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lkstaack
01-06-2008, 09:08 PM
I am selling a used Racelogic Traction control system with launch control and full throttle shift. I installed it into my E36 M3 a couple of years ago and removed it when I sold it. It cost about $1,100 when I bought it 3 years ago; with exchanges rates the way they are, I imagine it costs alot more now. I want $600 shipped for the complete unit. You can get detailed information on RL TC here: http://www.racelogic.co.uk/?show=Traction_Control. Here is the complete unit:
http://i27.photobucket.com/albums/c195/lkstaack/BMW/Racelogic/1Complete.jpg

Installing this unit is not for the faint of heart. It entails splicing injector wires between injectors and DME, splicing into the ABS module, and running wire. Also, there is a additional requirement for this unit to procure and install a 6-wire connector for the injector splices. The unit came with 2 sets of connectors so that you could remove the controller from the vehicle without cutting/desoldering wires. I removed this unit with 1 set of connectors with the other set still in the car connecting the DME with the injectors.

This is the controller with wires inserted. You will note that I labled all the wires to ease installation.
http://i27.photobucket.com/albums/c195/lkstaack/BMW/Racelogic/2Cntrl.jpg

You may have noticed that I modified the center ashtray to accomodate the RL adjuster and launch controller (I know that my craftsmanship leaves a little to be desired). Now you see it.
http://i27.photobucket.com/albums/c195/lkstaack/BMW/Racelogic/3Open.jpg

Now you don't.
http://i27.photobucket.com/albums/c195/lkstaack/BMW/Racelogic/4Close.jpg

The unit comes with manual and software.
http://i27.photobucket.com/albums/c195/lkstaack/BMW/Racelogic/5Manuals.jpg

It also comes with the documentation that I found on the web at the time and the schematic I drew after researching wire locations with the Bentley Manual and the RL Manual. However, my research was limited to an installation for my 98 M3.
http://i27.photobucket.com/albums/c195/lkstaack/BMW/Racelogic/6Docs.jpg

As I mentioned, installation should only be done by someone comfortable with your vehicle and splicing critical wires in places that are sometimes hard to reach. I am also available to provide assistance online, but it's been a few years since I did it.

dbl
01-06-2008, 09:52 PM
I will take it.

dbl
01-06-2008, 09:53 PM
Bibs I Will Take It

hotshu
01-06-2008, 10:04 PM
I'll buy that.

Sent you an email, awaiting reply.

rennteknik
01-06-2008, 10:07 PM
if everyone else backs up, ill take it as well...

lkstaack
01-06-2008, 10:56 PM
dbl was the first to respond, so I am reserving it for him until tommorow at 5: 00 PM PST. If I don't receive PayPal payment by then, I will offer it to hotshu.

Kreit2
01-06-2008, 11:02 PM
Wow, great deal!

hotshu
01-06-2008, 11:10 PM
Thanx, Lars! Couple questions.

Was it used with the factory 98 M3 DME or aftermarket tune (like Tec3r)? I was told it wouldnt work for oem obd2 without going aftermkt tune.

How did it perform with respect to your expectations & how the maker markets it's benefits on their website?

Was it used it for racing, track or autox, or just street? If for racing, how much improvement in lap times?

What kind of power did your M3 run, NA, turbo or supercharged?

lkstaack
01-06-2008, 11:41 PM
Thanx, Lars! Couple questions.

Was it used with the factory 98 M3 DME or aftermarket tune (like Tec3r)? I was told it wouldnt work for oem obd2 without going aftermkt tune.

How did it perform with respect to your expectations & how the maker markets it's benefits on their website?

Was it used it for racing, track or autox, or just street? If for racing, how much improvement in lap times?

What kind of power did your M3 run, NA, turbo or supercharged?
Wow, it's been so long that I've forgoten important info. You are right, the RL TC won't work properly on factory software; it creates misfires with OBDII software when shutting down the injectors. The work-around is to use software with adjusted misfire algorythms. I had this adjustment when I upgraded my software with Technique Tuning.

I decided to get RL TC when I removed my ASC to fit an Aftercooler for my supercharger. Although I didn't dyno my M3, I was putting down between 320-350 HP. The RL TC was wasted on me. Like many armchair racers, I anticipated using my beast in TEs, but never got around to it. My driving was limited to highways, canyons, and blvds.

I found that the RL Website was very accurate in their description of TC operation. It cut the fuel very smoothly and quickly.

Again, I have to point out that the installation and calibration was a bitch. The wheel speed sensor wires are very sensitive to electromagnetic interference and I had to install these wires twice to the ABS Module, taking care that the routing of the wires avoided electronic devices.

kingsiang
01-07-2008, 01:03 AM
thats a bloody deal... i have it on my car. i would say best traction control EVER!. 2 settings for launch control, 5 settings of slip... computer tuneable. That is a F"ing deal. No need luck for the sale OP! im 1000% sure u should have at least sell it for easily 800 usd shipped.

sbblowz
02-25-2008, 02:20 AM
is this by any chance still for sale?