Sprint Booster review for 370z 7 speed AT

cossie1600 · 09-06-2010, 04:16 PM

I don't think anyone is saying it doesn't work (by changing how linear your throttle is), but you can pretty much do the same thing by hitting the gas pedal harder. ECU and its mapping are the problems, not the actual throttle or throttle position sensor....

In my Prius, i think they call it "PWR mode" even though it doesn't add any power.

Zeto · 09-07-2010, 09:50 AM

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Originally Posted by cossie1600

I don't think anyone is saying it doesn't work (by changing how linear your throttle is), but you can pretty much do the same thing by hitting the gas pedal harder.

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Originally Posted by Westwood

you gotta try it to understand, tell me why then when i smashed the pedal i barely spin in stock mode and with that thing on race its goes side ways?

Please read the quote above cossie. He DOES floor the pedal! You can't go any harder than that

UNKNOWN_370 · 09-07-2010, 11:41 AM

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Originally Posted by cossie1600

I don't think anyone is saying it doesn't work (by changing how linear your throttle is), but you can pretty much do the same thing by hitting the gas pedal harder. ECU and its mapping are the problems, not the actual throttle or throttle position sensor....

In my Prius, i think they call it "PWR mode" even though it doesn't add any power.

I dont think smashing the gas will increase response time. the throttle position will still be in the same position that caused the delay in the 1st place, all you will be doing is sprinting quicker once the delay ends. This seems rather simple to me. By changing throttle position you get an increased response and the cars throttle moves quicker. Its correcting a mechanical issue, not a computer one. The ECU mapping can only do so much. Alot of these pedals are being designed for looks and i can see where some designs may go as far as to hinder throttle response.
i can see why maybe you would want to direct $300+ into another mod and i do see where mapping might play a role in what you are saying. but this makes alot of sense from a mechanical standpoint.

TrackRat · 09-10-2010, 02:13 PM

I know this product is controversial with most but I wanted to let you guys know that the guys at six speed online have a group buy going thats been extended thru this weekend (I think). I ordered one yesterday and the discount was $85!

Sprint Booster Group Buy - Page 8 - 6speedonline.com Forums

You order it directly from the vendor using the coupon code buried somewhere in the post.

I ordered yesterday morning and got an email confirming shipment this AM.

Zeto · 09-10-2010, 03:34 PM

So do I just order from throttle boost.com?

TrackRat · 09-10-2010, 07:55 PM

yeah i think the instructions are on the first or second page of the GB post. Basically go to the vendor website, select the model you want, enter the coupon code during check out and they adjust the purchase price.

Zeto · 09-10-2010, 10:07 PM

I can't find the coupon code....

Westwood · 09-10-2010, 10:22 PM

hope you guys get it

30 day money back cant go wrong... and im still in love with the race mode but man my tires are getting smoked lol

jpit · 09-11-2010, 12:31 AM

Coupon code is 6speedgroupbuy.

SalA · 11-20-2010, 08:12 AM

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Originally Posted by jpit

Coupon code is 6speedgroupbuy.

Their 30 Day Money Back Guarantee has a note:

No questions asked! NOTE: Group buy, coupon code and wholesale orders do not qualify for the 30 money back guarantee.

Westwood · 11-20-2010, 08:37 AM

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Originally Posted by SalA

Their 30 Day Money Back Guarantee has a note:

No questions asked! NOTE: Group buy, coupon code and wholesale orders do not qualify for the 30 money back guarantee.

once you have it you dont wanna get rid of it. i drive on race mode daily and never been happier about the throttle response.

SalA · 11-20-2010, 08:47 AM

I hear what you saying, but would be interested to know if anyone returned the SB?

I have an AT on the base model and find that to make a quick lane change or to pass a car on the highway, I have a lag then a surge in acceleration. NOT GOOD!!

Westwood · 11-20-2010, 09:20 AM

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Originally Posted by SalA

I hear what you saying, but would be interested to know if anyone returned the SB?

I have an AT on the base model and find that to make a quick lane change or to pass a car on the highway, I have a lag then a surge in acceleration. NOT GOOD!!

for 300$ dude vs 1000$ for a tune and according to some members even with a tune they still get this crapy lag! im getting my Z tuned in spring and im keeping my SB. once in a while i turn it off to feel the difference and man im happy i got this lil gadget!

Zeto · 09-11-2010, 08:55 AM

Thanks!

VinZ · 10-14-2010, 06:23 AM

Any new updates on people who have ordered this? Thinking of trying one out. I hate the the dreaded 1 sec delay on this car!!!

09-10-2010, 02:13 PM	#4 (permalink)
TrackRat Base Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Danville, CA Posts: 86 Drives: '10 370Z MB M6 Rep Power: 234	I know this product is controversial with most but I wanted to let you guys know that the guys at six speed online have a group buy going thats been extended thru this weekend (I think). I ordered one yesterday and the discount was $85! Sprint Booster Group Buy - Page 8 - 6speedonline.com Forums You order it directly from the vendor using the coupon code buried somewhere in the post. I ordered yesterday morning and got an email confirming shipment this AM. __________________ Rob Montgomery '10 370Z Sport 6MT - Pretty much stock... '88 Porsche 911 Turbo - You name it... its got it www.bloodsweatandbrokengears.com

09-10-2010, 07:55 PM	#6 (permalink)
TrackRat Base Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Danville, CA Posts: 86 Drives: '10 370Z MB M6 Rep Power: 234	yeah i think the instructions are on the first or second page of the GB post. Basically go to the vendor website, select the model you want, enter the coupon code during check out and they adjust the purchase price. __________________ Rob Montgomery '10 370Z Sport 6MT - Pretty much stock... '88 Porsche 911 Turbo - You name it... its got it www.bloodsweatandbrokengears.com

09-10-2010, 10:22 PM	#8 (permalink)
Westwood Track Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Ottawa,Canada Posts: 745 Drives: C63 AMG Rep Power: 17	hope you guys get it 30 day money back cant go wrong... and im still in love with the race mode but man my tires are getting smoked lol __________________ Mods: Stillen G3 \| Stillen lightweight crank pulley \| Berk hfc's \| Top speed pro 1 CBE \| Jic Magic y pipe \| 20" Vossen 9.5/10.5 \| Megan Coilovers \| Smoked JDM tail lights \| Blacked out headlights \| Sprint booster \| Shine Auto CF Front/Rear lip kit \| Evor R CF Side blades,CF fang cover,CF Nose Audio: Kenwood Excelon DNX9960 \| JL 1000w \| JL 12W6v2

11-20-2010, 08:47 AM	#12 (permalink)
SalA Base Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Milton, GA Posts: 247 Drives: 17 Nissan GT-R Rep Power: 16	I hear what you saying, but would be interested to know if anyone returned the SB? I have an AT on the base model and find that to make a quick lane change or to pass a car on the highway, I have a lag then a surge in acceleration. NOT GOOD!! __________________ 2017 Pearl White GT-R Premium \|Full Bolt-On E85 From Speed by Design\| Last edited by SalA; 11-20-2010 at 08:53 AM.

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09-06-2010, 04:16 PM	#1 (permalink)
cossie1600 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: californee way Posts: 5,380 Drives: 370, Leaf Rep Power: 30	I don't think anyone is saying it doesn't work (by changing how linear your throttle is), but you can pretty much do the same thing by hitting the gas pedal harder. ECU and its mapping are the problems, not the actual throttle or throttle position sensor.... In my Prius, i think they call it "PWR mode" even though it doesn't add any power.

09-10-2010, 03:34 PM	#5 (permalink)
Zeto Track Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: North NJ Age: 41 Posts: 766 Drives: 09 Pearl White 370Z Rep Power: 268	So do I just order from throttle boost.com?

09-10-2010, 10:07 PM	#7 (permalink)
Zeto Track Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: North NJ Age: 41 Posts: 766 Drives: 09 Pearl White 370Z Rep Power: 268	I can't find the coupon code....

09-11-2010, 12:31 AM	#9 (permalink)
jpit Enthusiast Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Washington State Posts: 440 Drives: 370Z Tour MT w/Spt Rep Power: 17	Coupon code is 6speedgroupbuy.

09-11-2010, 08:55 AM	#14 (permalink)
Zeto Track Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: North NJ Age: 41 Posts: 766 Drives: 09 Pearl White 370Z Rep Power: 268	Thanks!

10-14-2010, 06:23 AM	#15 (permalink)
VinZ Base Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Florida Posts: 47 Drives: 2009 370Z PG Sport Rep Power: 16	Any new updates on people who have ordered this? Thinking of trying one out. I hate the the dreaded 1 sec delay on this car!!!