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Billy Mild · 03-20-2017

LSx computer or MegaSquirt with CNP module or use late model Cayenne/928 COP coils. Thing is getting it to talk to CCM and BCM, etc.

A26B · 03-20-2017

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Originally Posted by -=Jeff=-

Was thinking about this today and thought it could use a bump..

Just curious on the challenges on this.. I know Jerry is working on something..

Still working on it. We hit a long delay when one of the sub-contractors was obligated on another project. Back on the project now and making steady progress. One of the more obvious challenges in the initial phase is developing the receiver connectors that are molded into the OE DIS. The priority for electrical connectors is to make it all the same as the OE DIS within cost feasibility parameters. The 14 pin connector would be better if the female side was on a wire lead of about 6" in length, so that has been taken into account.

A26B · 03-20-2017

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Originally Posted by Billy Mild

LSx computer or MegaSquirt with CNP module or use late model Cayenne/928 COP coils. Thing is getting it to talk to CCM and BCM, etc.

Yes, there are alternatives to the OE DIS Module. There are negatives And positive considerations, cost, complexity, better performance on modified engines, plug & play installation, modified vs stock appearance and accessibility.

Our objective is direct replacement of the OE DIS Module, without modifications in consideration of cost affordability & justification.

-=Jeff=- · 03-20-2017

I will say I did reach out to a few individuals I know at Continental that were there when it was Motorola Telematics and Motorola Automotive. Being the design was in the late 80's and the acquisitions along the way I am quite sure the original designs are long gone or sitting in the bottom of a box somewhere..

Also I know they are not in any of the buildings they were in when it was Motorola Automotive division, so my best guess is any Motorola documentation has been shredded..

I did try though..

to add: one guy I knew remembered the project but wasn't part of it. He felt it was like finding a needle in a haystack

A26B · 07-25-2017

Project in Progress
Update

The following image is the prototype circuit board and billet enclosure. It may take several more months to complete the prototype module & actual engine dyno testing, before beta test units are placed in the field.

A1990 · 07-25-2017

Thanks Jerry.

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XfireZ51 · 07-25-2017

Jerry,

Can u outline any of the functional specs on this? Is this strictly a direct replacement or does it incorporate any enhamcements? Is there a price point?

A26B · 07-25-2017

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Originally Posted by XfireZ51

Jerry,

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Can u outline any of the functional specs on this?

Not until beta testing is complete. There may be changes between concept & production.

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Is this strictly a direct replacement

That is the intent.

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or does it incorporate any enhamcements?

None are planned. What are you thinking of in regard to DIS Module enhancements?

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Is there a price point?

Not yet. Until beta testing is satisfactorily completed, and production costs for the initial run are fixed, there is no way to calculate amortization of R&D + Cost of Goods.

GOLDCYLON · 07-26-2017

Great work Jerry keep it up. GC

tf95ZR1 · 07-26-2017

Thank you, Jerry!

03-20-2017	#51
Billy Mild Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: Kansas City, MO Posts: 835	Re: ECM And Ignition Module Availability/ replacement LSx computer or MegaSquirt with CNP module or use late model Cayenne/928 COP coils. Thing is getting it to talk to CCM and BCM, etc.

03-20-2017	#54
-=Jeff=- Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Bartlett, IL Posts: 7,155	Re: ECM And Ignition Module Availability/ replacement I will say I did reach out to a few individuals I know at Continental that were there when it was Motorola Telematics and Motorola Automotive. Being the design was in the late 80's and the acquisitions along the way I am quite sure the original designs are long gone or sitting in the bottom of a box somewhere.. Also I know they are not in any of the buildings they were in when it was Motorola Automotive division, so my best guess is any Motorola documentation has been shredded.. I did try though.. to add: one guy I knew remembered the project but wasn't part of it. He felt it was like finding a needle in a haystack __________________ 1990 Corvette ZR-1 #1051 Watson Headers (2" Primary) - Flowmaster Cats - Borla Catback Late Model IH - Plenum Coilovers - 4.10s Shelby Series 1 - Wilwood Brakes Custom Interior NCM Lifetime Member #978

07-25-2017	#55
A26B Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Arcadia, OK Posts: 3,392	Re: ECM And Ignition Module Availability/ replacement Project in Progress Update The following image is the prototype circuit board and billet enclosure. It may take several more months to complete the prototype module & actual engine dyno testing, before beta test units are placed in the field. __________________ Jerry Downey JERRYS LT5 GASKETS & PARTS http://www.jerrysgaskets.com 1994 *ZR-1*, Black/Black, Lingenfelter Aerobody, 416cu in, 3.91 gears, coil-over susp, Brembo brakes, etc. 2016 Black-Red, 3LT-Z51 Auto 8-speed.

07-25-2017	#56
A1990 Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Grand Island NE Posts: 1,510	Re: ECM And Ignition Module Availability/ replacement Thanks Jerry. Sent from my iPhone using ZR-1 Net Registry __________________ Dennis Fierstein 90 ZR-1 #2562 Atomic-Z ZR-1 Net Registry Chairman of the Board ZR-1 Net Registry Treasurer

07-25-2017	#57
XfireZ51 Join Date: May 2007 Location: Chicagoland, IL Posts: 9,682	Re: ECM And Ignition Module Availability/ replacement Jerry, Can u outline any of the functional specs on this? Is this strictly a direct replacement or does it incorporate any enhamcements? Is there a price point?

07-26-2017	#59
GOLDCYLON Join Date: May 2007 Location: Peoria, AZ Posts: 9,123	Re: ECM And Ignition Module Availability/ replacement Great work Jerry keep it up. GC __________________ GOLDCYLON - 91 ZR-1 #2014 GOLDCYLON - 90 ZR-1 #2794, 4L60e (Formerly Schrade's) GOLDCYLON - 11 CTS-V Arizona State Director 91 WHITE/BLACK #2014. 380 P&P&PCed,Ported Heads, Jeal Long tubes, Corsa Exhaust/FIKSE FM-5s /LED TLs, LED Headlights, Front Wilwood 6 piston narrowlite calipers and rear Wilwood caliper street shop mod,CNCed Coolant Pipes,TPI Cvr,Filter cover,Stainless Bolts, DRM/DOM PROM /ZFDOC mod build #102,DRLs,BMAD with stainless Debris Screen,Coplan Air Blaster, Pioneer APP Radio 4,Brey-Krause HB,Sub Bar,Fire extinguisher seat mount,DRM Coilovers,LEDs everywhere,Compass mirror (orange),V1 DIC hidden display, Homelink sun visor, Carbon Fiber top x3 and APSIS Carbon Fiber interior, APSIS CF Steering Wheel/NAPA Leather, Banski trailing arms, Guldstrand front suspension,urethane bushings from Prothane (total suspension) ZFDoc drive shaft safety loop, raptor shift light (orange),AO engineering louver front plate, Console seat cushion, 96CE seats with black custom Sheepskins, ss billet catch can,Viper remote entry/alarm,Cragar Rear Louvers,LED side louver lights, Dewitts Radiator with SPAL fans and a Woods 160 T-Stat 90 RED/BLACK #2794. 4L60e Automatic Stage V by RPM Transmission, TCI Dedicated TCM, OBX Stainless Headers, Corsa Exhaust, SAN Secondaries and Haibeck PROM, Exotic Muscle Coil overs, LED Interior Lights, LED Tail Lights, LED Headlights, 94 Sport seats with black custom Sheepskins , Cragar rear louvers, GS Front calipers, Banski Trailing arms, APSIS Carbon Fiber steering wheel, Front and Rear Baer Eradispeeds, DRLs, Guldstrand front suspension,urethane bushings from Prothane (total suspension), Dewitt's Raditor with Dual SPAL fans and a Haibeck 170 T-Stat 11 RED/GREY CTS-V

07-26-2017	#60
tf95ZR1 Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Northridge, CA Posts: 1,453	Re: ECM And Ignition Module Availability/ replacement Thank you, Jerry!