Tech
Engine protection features.
Posted by Tony eigenseher on
We all know that tuning engines for high performance can be costly and tiresome, but just how costly are you willing to allow your build to be? Link Engine Management offer a range of accessories which can prevent a small mishap within your engine from turning fatal. Fluid pressure, fluid temperature, CAN lambda and knock sensors are all vital items to compliment your latest ECU purchase. These accessories give you the ability to acknowledge when something is not quite right within the engine, and set parameters to send the car into limp mode if things are looking particularly bleak....
Planning your build!
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Link ECU Tuners are experts in horsepower. They sell, install and tune Link ECUs to unleash the maximum potential of your engine. Though some Link Dealers sell product online, we advise making personal contact with a Dealer via phone, message, or email, to help ensure you get the correct engine management package for your vehicle. A Tuner will want to know: -The exact model of your car (have the engine code & chassis number handy) -If you have transplanted the engine -What gearbox it has -What fuel it uses -Modifications done to the car (including turbo changes) -The condition of the current wiring and sensors. Have a quick look over them for any corrosion. -Photos. If...
Traction Control? Do you plan on competing? Or building a competition vehicle?
Posted by Tony eigenseher on
All Link ECU’s host a huge array of features and inputs applicable to performance vehicles. Selecting which of these are important to your build should be one of the first steps you make before deciding which ECU to purchase. With competition in mind, some of the following Motorsport specific features could be vital for you. Traction control Traction control helps limit tire slip in acceleration on slippery surfaces. Traditionally, drivers have had to feather the gas pedal to prevent the drive wheels from spinning wildly on slippery pavement or under extremely heavy acceleration. Aftermarket ECU’s however, can be programmed to control /...
Why you should use a CAN Lambda Sensor
Posted by Tony eigenseher on
A CAN LAMBDA sensor, often referred to as an oxygen sensor, measures the level of oxygen in exhaust gases. This level is critical in obtaining the optimal air fuel mixture when tuning an engine. CAN refers to the Controller Area Network which acts as the ‘nervous system’ of a vehicle, enabling communication from one part to another. The lambda calculation determines the ratio between the amount of oxygen actually present in the exhaust compared to the amount that should have been present to obtain perfect combustion. This air fuel ratio information which the CAN Lambda provides is essential for a tuner. The fuel input, power output and air fuel ratio...
Which ecu is for me?
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Link has a wide range of ECU's that offer many different features. You may be asking yourself, "Which is the right ECU for me?". That's where our handy comparison chart comes in. If you are unsure of which one best fits your needs and circumstances, then take a look at the chart below. This should help you in making a quick and informed decision. Alternatively, speak to your dealer who will be able to point you in the right direction. Please note, that our PlugIn ECU range runs on the same platform as the G4X XtremeX. The features...