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  1. future328driver

    future328driver Formula 3

    Dec 10, 2001
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    Dallas, Texas
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    Ken Thomas
    I have a 2000 360 and am planning to upgrade the TCU. Big question...go with the last 360 upgrade TCU, or get the 360CS TCU.

    Is the CS TCU "plug 'n play" with the 360 (except for the PIS setting changes using an SD2)?

    Any advantages of the CS TCU over the standard TCU?
     
  2. EZORED

    EZORED Formula 3
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    Nov 24, 2007
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    Scottsdale, AZ
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    Dennis
    Go to Ferrari and buy the racing exhaust system, They are clearing them out for $1800, comes with upgraded ecu. I bought just the SC ecu for $2000 and thought I got a good deal. So this is a home run. Yes it is worth the Money either way to upgrade.
     
  3. THL

    THL Karting

    Jun 11, 2009
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    Thomas Harvej Larsen
    I have a original TCU for sale if You decide to go that way.......

    Heres the add from club scuderia :

    I got lucky and purchased 2 of these very sought after factory original items. I needed only one, and I bought the other for a friend, but he decided to sell his 360 modena and instead he bought a F430, lucky him :)

    So now I am selling this unit, it fits all 360 with F1, here is how to install it properly:

    You have to make sure they do it in sequence as follows:
    1. Plug in an SD2, and on the parameter page, read the "new closed clutch position" and note it down.
    2. switch off the battery (obvious, i know, but you'll be suprised the amount of times i've seen e.c.u's destroyed if this isn't done!)
    3. Swap it out for the new t.c.u
    4. switch on the battery, switch on the ignition and leave for thirty seconds.
    5. plug in the SD2. On the diagnosis page, write the original closed clutch position figure into it.
    6. Set P.I.S. to around 4.7 to begin with.( this can be played with later to suit)
    7. Now on the diagnosis section of SD2, a FULL cycle test has to be carried out.
    8. Next, under diagnosis section, carry out a self-learn. At this stage, you will probably still see a blank screen.
    9. Switch off the Sd2 and then the ignition. Leave it for thirty seconds, then switch the ignition back on and manually run up and down the gears.
    By this time you should see your display working and gears should all be selecting as they should. If it's all o.k they just need to fiddle about getting the P.I.S setting right until the change is quick.

    It will improve Your upshifts dramatically, and downshifts will be spectacular.

    Price at Eurospares retail is 1242+VAT

    I am selling this for GBP 800,- incl. shipping anywhere in Europe secured tracking.

    Cheers Thomas
     
  4. English Rebel

    English Rebel Formula 3

    Aug 13, 2013
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    At $1242 (presumably plus shipping) that is a good deal. Although it's not the CS TCU it should be better than the one in the 2000. A member here sells re-flashed TCUs with the CS firmware -- you might want to see if he has any. He is Eric355.
    Alan
     
  5. Mr.Chairman

    Mr.Chairman F1 Rookie

    Mar 21, 2008
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    The ecus that come wth the exhaust for for fuel injection not the F1 TCU.. IS the Racing Exhaust System worth it.. YES... but.. if your looking to improve the function of the F1 trans. then upgrade the TCU.. They are several versions..

    the best 360 version would be part number 211023 or you can go with the challenge stradale TCU which from what I hear is king. Earlier TCU's are a waste of money and a challenge (race car) TCU will not work..

    Pick your poison.. me.. I would go with 211023 this way all the suspension switch functions as designed. You still need a SD2 and set the PIS..

    R
     
  6. Mr.Chairman

    Mr.Chairman F1 Rookie

    Mar 21, 2008
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    Part number of the TCU your selling..?

    R
     
  7. THL

    THL Karting

    Jun 11, 2009
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    Thomas Harvej Larsen
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  8. Toolie

    Toolie Karting

    Jan 15, 2013
    210
    Houston,TX
    check your PM
     
  9. THL

    THL Karting

    Jun 11, 2009
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    Retail is GBP 1.242,- + VAT total GBP 1453,- in US$ almost 2.500,-
     
  10. THL

    THL Karting

    Jun 11, 2009
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    Thomas Harvej Larsen
    PM sent

    Cheers
     
  11. BSU

    BSU Formula 3

    Mar 30, 2008
    1,012
    TX
    The newest regular tcu is 211023. The CS tcu is 196986.

    Can't go wrong with either one.
     
  12. stevecomp

    stevecomp Formula Junior

    Mar 1, 2013
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    TCU upgrades are only really noticed on the track, if you are going down the box at high rpm it will limit the clutch slip thus reducing the wear rate of the clutch plate, CS TCU software works better than the older F1 TCU that's a given, for road use the difference is minimal having driven a few 360’s with different TCU units it was hard to pick the difference between them to be honest.
     
  13. tazandjan

    tazandjan Three Time F1 World Champ
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    Jul 19, 2008
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    Steve- Dozens of 360 owners would disagree with you.
     
  14. 993man

    993man Formula Junior
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    Sep 20, 2009
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    Anyone have a link to the Ferrari place where I can grab an exhaust system?

    Already got the TCU but who cares.
     
  15. ferrame

    ferrame Formula 3

    Mar 2, 2005
    1,196
    Orange, Calif
    Check on ebay. There are a few for sale.
     
  16. THL

    THL Karting

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  17. THL

    THL Karting

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    Thomas Harvej Larsen
  18. stevecomp

    stevecomp Formula Junior

    Mar 1, 2013
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    I can only call it as I see it from the numerous 360's I have driven.
     
  19. slracing

    slracing Formula Junior

    Jan 13, 2011
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    If you are looking for a CS exhaust system, I would recommend Mr Reynolds at Ferrari Tampa Bay. Fast shipping and excellent service overall. Send me a PM if you want his email.
    Forgot to mention great price also.
     
  20. MPtolomey

    MPtolomey Formula Junior

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    +1
     
  21. English Rebel

    English Rebel Formula 3

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    You shouldn't have to pay VAT if it's being shipped out of the EU.
    Alan
     
  22. freaky1

    freaky1 Formula Junior
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    Dec 10, 2012
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    i disagree, i went from the very first version tcu to a CS one and the difference is night and day, whether im driving slow, or pushing it.
     
  23. English Rebel

    English Rebel Formula 3

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  24. stevecomp

    stevecomp Formula Junior

    Mar 1, 2013
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    CS TCU software works better than the older F1 TCU that's a given.

    What are you disagreeing about?
     
  25. Skidkid

    Skidkid F1 Veteran
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    Aug 25, 2005
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    John Zornes
    Drive them back to back and it is obvious. If there is time between the drives it would be difficult to tell the difference.
     

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