Vitesse Motorsports Throttle Controller - WOW!!!!
12-01-2015, 08:42 PM
#121
Instructor
If you choose to look at it this way, then yes.
Another way to look at it, is this offers a reasonably affordable, easily reversible, plug-and-play way to allow driver-specified dynamic throttle response settings much like many modern high-end performance automobiles offer.
I happen to use a few different settings depending on driving conditions and I appreciate the ability to fine tune the throttle response to normal surface streets, heavy traffic, open highway cruising, autocross or road course track duty as I see fit to match my preferred driving style in each situation. Of course, I may also choose to lay down some rubber occasionally as well. The main point being it is now MY choice rather than GM's how the car responds to my throttle inputs.
Another way to look at it, is this offers a reasonably affordable, easily reversible, plug-and-play way to allow driver-specified dynamic throttle response settings much like many modern high-end performance automobiles offer.
I happen to use a few different settings depending on driving conditions and I appreciate the ability to fine tune the throttle response to normal surface streets, heavy traffic, open highway cruising, autocross or road course track duty as I see fit to match my preferred driving style in each situation. Of course, I may also choose to lay down some rubber occasionally as well. The main point being it is now MY choice rather than GM's how the car responds to my throttle inputs.
I understand your point but this is a very misleading post from the OP. Sounds like his traction control is also broken
"When I mashed the throttle, I proceeded to scare the crap out of myself as the car, with my brand new very expensive Michelin Pilot Sports laid down two of the longest and darkest black marks on the street all while pulling like a freight train and swaying from side to side !
(traction control was on)"
12-01-2015, 08:50 PM
#122
Burning Brakes
I'm not quite sure why the controversy here because most Corvette owners have had other muscle cars with direct, cable link to the throttle. Now with drive-by-wire and computer-controlled delay, this device just electronically equivocates the same thing as a cable. It's not a gimmick nor controversial nor does it "add" hp. It just mimics one-to-one throttle control (or a variation of it). I'm grateful that.
Last edited by Tropicana; 12-01-2015 at 08:51 PM.
12-01-2015, 08:52 PM
#123
Le Mans Master
Thread Starter
I understand your point but this is a very misleading post from the OP. Sounds like his traction control is also broken
"When I mashed the throttle, I proceeded to scare the crap out of myself as the car, with my brand new very expensive Michelin Pilot Sports laid down two of the longest and darkest black marks on the street all while pulling like a freight train and swaying from side to side !
(traction control was on)"
"When I mashed the throttle, I proceeded to scare the crap out of myself as the car, with my brand new very expensive Michelin Pilot Sports laid down two of the longest and darkest black marks on the street all while pulling like a freight train and swaying from side to side !
(traction control was on)"
I can assure you that there is nothing wrong with my traction control ..... I just loaded a Diablo Tune and now it breaks the tires loose on the 1st to 2nd shift ....
Have you ever driven a ZO6 ?
Mashing the throttle with traction control on results nothing but tire smoke ... is there anything wrong with it ....
There is a limit to how much power it can pull out ....
Dave
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12-01-2015, 08:54 PM
#125
Instructor
I got it due to the fact I almost had an accident trying pull into morning traffic. Hit the throttle went to move in the next lane and the car hesitated.
All I can now say is problem resolved.
All I can now say is problem resolved.
12-01-2015, 08:56 PM
#126
Le Mans Master
Thread Starter
12-01-2015, 09:05 PM
#128
12-02-2015, 08:41 AM
#129
This device is becoming very intriguing to me by the day. Tried to call Ahmet Monday, however, he was in an airport traveling and the call kept dropping.
Today while running errands I am going to stop by my mechanics (considered to be one of the best Vette Tech around the country). I trust his opinion without question. I'm going to see how the throttle controller interacts with the current mods on my 2013 427 LS7 (headers, custom tune, CAI). Car is already fast as all get out and can't imagine it becoming even more so.
More to report tomorrow.
Today while running errands I am going to stop by my mechanics (considered to be one of the best Vette Tech around the country). I trust his opinion without question. I'm going to see how the throttle controller interacts with the current mods on my 2013 427 LS7 (headers, custom tune, CAI). Car is already fast as all get out and can't imagine it becoming even more so.
More to report tomorrow.
12-02-2015, 09:33 AM
#130
Racer
Just ordered mine, based on all the positive comments on this thread.
12-02-2015, 09:38 AM
#131
Racer
I installed mine a couple of weeks ago,and love it.
WRT emissions, I read somewhere ( I know - no source provided , sorry) that dampening the speed of the throttle blade reduces emissions. I am not swearing this is gospel, but I do recommend verifying and not assuming it's a non issue.
WRT emissions, I read somewhere ( I know - no source provided , sorry) that dampening the speed of the throttle blade reduces emissions. I am not swearing this is gospel, but I do recommend verifying and not assuming it's a non issue.
12-02-2015, 10:39 AM
#132
This device is becoming very intriguing to me by the day. Tried to call Ahmet Monday, however, he was in an airport traveling and the call kept dropping.
Today while running errands I am going to stop by my mechanics (considered to be one of the best Vette Tech around the country). I trust his opinion without question. I'm going to see how the throttle controller interacts with the current mods on my 2013 427 LS7 (headers, custom tune, CAI). Car is already fast as all get out and can't imagine it becoming even more so.
More to report tomorrow.
Today while running errands I am going to stop by my mechanics (considered to be one of the best Vette Tech around the country). I trust his opinion without question. I'm going to see how the throttle controller interacts with the current mods on my 2013 427 LS7 (headers, custom tune, CAI). Car is already fast as all get out and can't imagine it becoming even more so.
More to report tomorrow.
12-02-2015, 03:00 PM
#133
Melting Slicks
I'm not quite sure why the controversy here because most Corvette owners have had other muscle cars with direct, cable link to the throttle. Now with drive-by-wire and computer-controlled delay, this device just electronically equivocates the same thing as a cable. It's not a gimmick nor controversial nor does it "add" hp. It just mimics one-to-one throttle control (or a variation of it). I'm grateful that.
Simple ...everyone is overthinking the install and the modification ...
This does not add HP but neither does a short shifter, or for that matter new tires but we all know they can make a difference in a track or a street race. What it produces is a more efficient foot to pedal response rate that you can fine tune to your preference ...I for one want to control this not just take the preset mother Chevy "lag a lot" setting..
Last edited by Cor430vette; 12-02-2015 at 03:03 PM.
12-02-2015, 03:30 PM
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12-03-2015, 04:46 PM
#138
Le Mans Master
Thread Starter
One is an adjustment to the gas pedal response made in the programing in the PCM ( COW ) . but this adjustment is fixed unless you ask for a Chuck for a change and then you have to reload it
The other is a box (Vitesse) that takes the gas pedal input , and depending on the setting you chose makes it more sensitive ( less lag ) or less sensitive ( more lag ) for a given input . so you can set it to anywhere that you like and you can make these changes on the fly
Not that many do make the changes , usually they find one setting that they like and leave it
So the only difference is its easier to change the response to suit your liking with the second one
Dave
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12-03-2015, 05:29 PM
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I can assure you that there is nothing wrong with my traction control ..... I just loaded a Diablo Tune and now it breaks the tires loose on the 1st to 2nd shift ....
Have you ever driven a ZO6 ?
Mashing the throttle with traction control on results nothing but tire smoke ... is there anything wrong with it ....
There is a limit to how much power it can pull out ....
Dave
. ..
Have you ever driven a ZO6 ?
Mashing the throttle with traction control on results nothing but tire smoke ... is there anything wrong with it ....
There is a limit to how much power it can pull out ....
Dave
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control wheel spin.
From a liability standpoint, tuning a car that way is very bad.
There is no reason the tuner should turn of TC because the option is selectable but the customer so, if
he wants it off, they have the option and they assume liability by doing so.
I've seen enough tunes where the tuner inadvertently turned it off because they didn't know what they were doing.
Chuck CoW
Last edited by Chuck CoW; 12-03-2015 at 05:29 PM.
12-03-2015, 06:17 PM
#140
Two torx screws hold the bottom cover on ... u also need to disconect the gas and hatch release switches
Don't forget it's easier to remove the pedal to get at the conector to remove it . Two 13 mm bolts and it drops right out . Sure beats trying to contort your body into shapes it does not want to go ... especially if you are as old as I am lol
Don't forget it's easier to remove the pedal to get at the conector to remove it . Two 13 mm bolts and it drops right out . Sure beats trying to contort your body into shapes it does not want to go ... especially if you are as old as I am lol