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Old Apr 24, 2010 | 07:54 PM
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Has anyone tried this alternative to the Sprint Booster?

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Throt...ht_3205wt_1165

Any one tried this out? I know that the same item is produced under different brands but has anyone used this on their car? Experiences? For a 1/3 the price of the Sprint Booster I am really interested.
 

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Old Apr 25, 2010 | 09:26 AM
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I don't know. This just seems like one of those made for any car items Nd then they put it on different auctions for different vehicles. Could be worth it and if works as well as a SB, then you just saved yourself over $200. For something like this, I feel more comfortable buying a SB from a reputable dealer. Anyone think of trying this, then keep us in the loop.
 
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Old Apr 25, 2010 | 12:40 PM
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I have it and it works.
It's shape is not like the one in the auction's image but like the one you see near the steering wheel in a image in the description
 
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Old Apr 25, 2010 | 01:00 PM
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Originally Posted by denny_CMI
I have it and it works.
It's shape is not like the one in the auction's image but like the one you see near the steering wheel in a image in the description
Thanks Denny,you mentioned this in the other thread & your english is just fine
 
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Old Apr 25, 2010 | 01:48 PM
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tune your car!
 
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Old Apr 26, 2010 | 03:07 PM
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Originally Posted by Un0RiGiNaL
tune your car!
Ummmm not everyone has access to a tune, and as stated in other SB threads, this thing works well with a tune. I onlyngot a SB in the first place because MINI could not get rid of my lag and hesitation, although they admired that there was one.
 
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Old Apr 26, 2010 | 03:49 PM
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Originally Posted by Fatherdeth
Ummmm not everyone has access to a tune, and as stated in other SB threads, this thing works well with a tune. I onlyngot a SB in the first place because MINI could not get rid of my lag and hesitation, although they admired that there was one.
Doesnt the SB just advance the percentage of throttle at lower pressure?
 
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Old Apr 26, 2010 | 07:47 PM
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it changes the throttle map values (pedal/throttle butterfly) but adjusting the resistance (signal) the factory pedal system outputs.

If you have driven cars that have adjustable ETC response then you know/feel its about more than just needing to "press the pedal harder." It really changes the speed in which it reacts
 
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