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What does Hondata do?
Hondata modifies standard Honda engine computers (ECUs), adding
features and expanding the capabilities of the ECU (e.g. for forced induction).
There are 2 basic product categories. The first category includes
fully tunable systems for B-series, D-series, H-series
and F-series engines. The second includes reflashes and fully programmable
systems for K-series engines.
Does Hondata cover my vehicle?
Hondata covers most vehicles from 1992 up, but some vehicles require
the use of an adapter harness and/or OBDI ECU swap.
Use the application wizard to see
what products are available for your vehicle, or view
applications by ECU, applications
by engine or applications by vehicle
Why should I buy a Hondata system instead of a replacement
standalone computer?
Nothing runs a Honda engine as well as Honda ECU. End of story.
If your car is a daily driver then this is the system for you. If you
are tuning a race only car where starting and idling is not a concern, and
you need features that Hondata does not offer, like control of 8 injectors,
then you will need to consider other systems. Running a Hondata system will
not limit your power though. Two of the world's fastest Hondas;
Erick's Racing's 9.99 second Civic
and the Progress/Vortech 204
mph Civic both use Hondata systems.
If you will not be tuning the system yourself, but will be paying others
for this, then the Hondata system not only drives better, it costs less,
and is much faster to tune as it is supplied with numerous Honda specific
maps to reduce your dyno time.
How do I tune the ECU?
For best results naturally aspirated ECUs should be tuned to each
individual engine setup and forced induction ECUs must be tuned.
Each engine combination is different and this is the only way to get optimum
results for your application.
You can either get it tuned by a dealer or
tune it yourself. Because it is best to tune the ECU using a dyno
and wide band lambda meter, it usually works out best to get a dealer or
someone with tuning experience and the equipment to tune the ECU for you.
If you want to tune Hondata for other people see
dealer requirements.
How much will it cost?
- If you get your system tuned by a dealer (or someone with Hondata
software) the prices range Hondata systems is from $195 to $995.
The dealer's installation and dyno time is not included in this price.
If your car is OBD2 you will need to convert to a compatible OBD1 ECU
from the compatible ecu list. For more information
see what specific Hondata
systems are offered
for your vehicle.
Where do I find more information?
- It is best to talk to your closest dealer
first.
- Read the tech section.
- Veiw the price list to see the costs of
each system.
- Download the software and manuals from the
downloads section to see how it all works.
- Visit our Hondata user forum
and ask questions there.
- Want to know what others think?
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