Heartofach

My perception of the differences between the 2 stand alone, other than quoting from the manufacturers specs is that i have worked with the v2 standalone before on a 95 eclipse, some of the controls and processes were just a bit hard to follow with tuning and getting it set up with all the sensors and had some issues with the software on the laptop. Apart from that, Wolf has been established in the import community and based primarily out of Australia where they have had a number of imports to work with, i guess you could say that the Wolf ems bread and butter was the 2jz platform. Just from talking with a few community groups about the Wolf ems, that they found it way better for simple plug and play as well as a standalone. Now bare in mind that I am not proficient by any means in tuning, and I want to learn. Apart from being told either from friends or someone who has been using the Wolf system before that it is much easier to use and customize. Again apart from pulling the info straight from the website which I will, I want to try something different, and part of the fact that I had gotten word that wolf wanted to sponsor my build for being in america. Thats the real big hype for me in this regards.

Heartofach

Wolf vs AEM

Wolf EMS

Duel on board maps allows two different fuels or tuning configurations that can be switched between.

Flexibility of OEM sensor compatibility there is no need to purchase "after market" sensors.

The ability of using OEM trigger settings being able to fit directly to your project without modification to your engine.

The flexibility of the Wolf V550 makes it one of the most versatile on the market with the ability of being able to control your automatic transmission as well as the engine.

The 8 Multicontrollers allow for accurate 3D control of such things as Nitrous, ignition over speed or even something as simple as rain sensitive wipers.

8 Sequential injection

8 Sequential ignition

Dedicated Staged injection 3D mapping

Closed loop quad cam control

Closed loop boost control

2 steps control

Dedicated Launch control

Dedicated Anti lag

Colour 3D mapping

8 Multicontroller maps

16 Auxillary input/output channels

8 Separate rev limiters

Onboard 30psi map sensor (with 45psi sensor available if needed)

Self tune

Automatic transmission control

Nitrous control

16 channels analog and digital

4 digital (wheel speed inputs)

Programmable interface

Name and graph your input sensors

Suspension sensors can be zeroed in software

200hz data logging

GPS map tracing

Data files stored on Micro SD

Software allows for old data to be compared with new data

Graph overlay


AEM EMS

Plugs directly into the factory harness. No rewiring necessary

Uses all the factory sensors

Includes start up calibrations

System is fully enabled and unlocked - Never pay for upgrades!

Context sensitive help eases tuning process

Maps can be password protected by the tuner to prevent unauthorized usage or sharing

Runs on Windows-compatible software

Tune using new USB communication port or serial port

Works with all AEM gauges

Electronic boost control

Full idle control

Programmable traction control

Software definable knock control

Two step launch control

User configurable soft-cut rev limiters

Wet or dry nitrous control

Up to 12 peak and hold injector drivers

Up to 8 direct-fire coil outputs

Up to 16 general-purpose outputs

Up to 8 definable switch inputs

Up to 4 EGT inputs with fuel trim

1MB of internal data logging

Heartofach

And yes that is straight from the websites of both the respectable parties, Id say in my opinion the WOLF offers more control or more of a deeper control into the car, where I can tune both engine and trans in one unit, its self learning, or self tune if you will. With respect to AEM there are similarities and differences that would come with any standalone. But I think the biggest kicker for the WOLF ems is that once Im done with this build and want to move on to something else, I can take this same ecu and put it into another car or truck with a new base tune and start from scratch, with the WOLF's make your own engine harness. So basiclly once I have one, I can go from project to project and keep 1 ecu through out the projects.

Heartofach

And I do apologize for the long period between posts, I currently work 3rd shift and with side jobs that I do in the mornings some days, its just been hectic keeping track of the days, but if anyone would like to chime in and offer their opinions on the matter please feel free

Heartofach

Decided to give the car some upgrades today, 8000k headlights and fogs

Heartofach

Got to hand it to ebay for the small stuff but I believe these clear makers will ketch some eyes, while I wait for more parts to arrive for the main build

Heartofach

Just one box of goodies that showed up to the shop, I dont want to start the main build until have all parts counted and present. We all know that once you start the build any missing parts can cause set backs and I want to avoid that as much as possible

Heartofach

Looks so much better with the 8000k HID kits. Will have to get a night shot sometime soon.

Heartofach

Because it wouldn't be JDM without zip ties right lol

Heartofach

This was from the previous owner lol I found it to be kinda funny, this is the side marker light, it should be a 10mm with a swivel washer. but its a 8mm with a miller lite bottle cap... lol if its stupid but it works. its still stupid haha

Heartofach

Just wanted to give you guys and gals an update on the progress of this build, I have finally begun tearing into the car, first real time getting an up close look at the underneath of the car and for it being over 200k and being in the mid west this car like I said before has very little rust minus the normal spot other wise the body it beautiful. Pictures are to follow.

Heartofach

Was able to rip out the exhaust system with the help of a cut off wheel and a little bending back and forth she came free





typical rust on the diff / shocks / control arms but over all not to damn bad if i may say so

Heartofach

yes this is the trans fluid being drained, it was time with 200k plus miles. yea it needs it





trans fluid should be red right





because draining 1 thing at a time is silly,





exhaust rust is my friend





so we all know that o2 sensor are a *****, well yea I kinda ripped mine out in the futile effort to keep and re use them. Shame on me for thinking thus so lol





Another well rounded but locked in place o2 sensor -__-

Heartofach

We are going to keep these around and weigh the whole exhaust vs the new 4in stainless and see what the difference is





not bad for the miles the only oil we found leaking was the power steering nothing coming from the rear main or the front Im truly speechless

DaddyYow23

great progress. good luck on the build