Ecotek cb-26p

Col · 28th January 2005, 12:07 PM

Has anyone tried fitting one of these so a MKIV tt ? It says you need 2 of them for anything over 2.5 liter. Everyone seems to be really happy with it. What do you guys think of it?

http://www.ecotekplc.com/ - Just incase you don't know what i mean

GavinL · 28th January 2005, 03:16 PM

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Quote[/b] (Col @ Jan. 28 2005,12:07)]Has anyone tried fitting one of these so a MKIV tt ? ?It says you need 2 of them for anything over 2.5 liter. Everyone seems to be really happy with it. What do you guys think of it?

http://www.ecotekplc.com/ ?- ? Just incase you don't know what i mean ?

If you want a vacuum leak just punch a hole in one of the hoses, no need to spend money on this rubbish

As with all these wonderful gadgets.....if they work that well why aren't they fitted as standard by all the major car manufacturers.

Col · 28th January 2005, 06:41 PM

Thats kind of what i was thinking. About the manufacturers anyway.

Bibby Noblett · 29th January 2005, 03:28 PM

I was also interested by these Ecotek valves when I first heard about them... at the time I decided to dig up anything I could find on the internet and came across mixed information, apart from the following:

It seems that pre 93/92 cars that ran with carburettors will definately benefit from these valves..... but when it comes to cars with O2 sensors and fuelling controlled by the ECU these valves can actually cause more problems with both performance and efficiency.

Although, I would like to see what would happen if you did fit an Ecotek vavle.....

**SZ_Matt** · 9th February 2005, 09:53 AM

I was surfing the net and found this, reckons it's better than the ecotek - I'm not convinced with either of them

http://www.speedydelivery.co.uk/fuel...ta-supra.shtml

SupraDave · 9th February 2005, 10:07 AM

I've not fitted one to a Supra but did fit one to my other car (a Mki MR2).

Was not impressed.

The exhaust manifold cracked a few weeks after fitting it and further investigation revealed that this can happen on the MR2's due to the mixture being too lean.

Also the horrible farty noises that it made on deceleration were not right for a sports car.

I would strongly recommend not fitting one (or two) to a Supra.

**SZ_Matt** · 9th February 2005, 10:07 AM

And this guy seems to like his 2 ecotek valves??? http://tyrekickers.com/newsreviews/story.php?id=11

GavinL · 9th February 2005, 11:18 AM

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Quote[/b] (**SZ_Matt** @ Feb. 09 2005,10:07)]And this guy seems to like his 2 ecotek valves??? http://tyrekickers.com/newsreviews/story.php?id=11

I would suggest that any performance increase after fitment is a result of resetting the ECU on a Supra.

GavinL · 9th February 2005, 11:25 AM

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Quote[/b] (GavinL @ Feb. 09 2005,11:18)]

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Quote[/b] (**SZ_Matt** @ Feb. 09 2005,10:07)]And this guy seems to like his 2 ecotek valves??? http://tyrekickers.com/newsreviews/story.php?id=11

I would suggest that any performance increase after fitment is a result of resetting the ECU on a Supra.

Personally I don't think that review counts for anything if you take into account the following observations and ramblings:

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First impressions on starting off are surprisingly favourable, the engine does seem to breathe better, easier, if you like. "Though this could be a psychological factor"

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But its not quite the ?amazing? difference Ecotek claim, and indeed others have claimed before.

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After using the Ecotek for around two weeks, the benefits are still very much there, even the fuel consumption has decreased, though admittedly only marginally. The Supra is a thirsty car anyway ? I rarely manage above 23 mpg ? but it appears to be providing me a regular 20 or so extra miles per thankful.

Personally I don't think that review counts for anything if you take into account the following observations and ramblings:

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First impressions on starting off are surprisingly favourable, the engine does seem to breathe better, easier, if you like. "Though this could be a psychological factor"

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But its not quite the ?amazing? difference Ecotek claim, and indeed others have claimed before.

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After using the Ecotek for around two weeks, the benefits are still very much there, even the fuel consumption has decreased, though admittedly only marginally. The Supra is a thirsty car anyway ? I rarely manage above 23 mpg ? but it appears to be providing me a regular 20 or so extra miles per thankful.

The Hornet · 9th February 2005, 04:24 PM

I found an article by some serious type dude about these devices. It was many pages long and took some digesting. Be prepared for a 15-20 minute read.

http://www.fuelsaving.info/ecotek.htm

Read that as he explains all about these devices.

You will then not buy one

29th January 2005, 03:28 PM	#4
Bibby Noblett Junior Member Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: West Sussex Posts: 41	I was also interested by these Ecotek valves when I first heard about them... at the time I decided to dig up anything I could find on the internet and came across mixed information, apart from the following: It seems that pre 93/92 cars that ran with carburettors will definately benefit from these valves..... but when it comes to cars with O2 sensors and fuelling controlled by the ECU these valves can actually cause more problems with both performance and efficiency. Although, I would like to see what would happen if you did fit an Ecotek vavle..... __________________ '94 J-spec NA SZ-R Manual

9th February 2005, 04:24 PM	#10
The Hornet Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Hull / UK Posts: 294	I found an article by some serious type dude about these devices. It was many pages long and took some digesting. Be prepared for a 15-20 minute read. http://www.fuelsaving.info/ecotek.htm Read that as he explains all about these devices. You will then not buy one __________________ 1993.5 MKIV T/T Auto J-Spec * Blitz NUR SPEC R - 3\" full de-cat ?* Blitz SBC-ID VIII EBC ?* Blitz Power-iD & xtra harness ?* HKS SSQV BOV ?* Apexi Power intake ?* TRL FCD ?* Denso IK24's ?* TRD Strut brace ?* Blitz LM FMIC ?* 3G discs, Endless Pads * Pics: www.netpostbag.com/~hornet/supra *

28th January 2005, 12:07 PM	#1
Col Member Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Newcatle, but mostly in Germany Posts: 169	Has anyone tried fitting one of these so a MKIV tt ? It says you need 2 of them for anything over 2.5 liter. Everyone seems to be really happy with it. What do you guys think of it? http://www.ecotekplc.com/ - Just incase you don't know what i mean

28th January 2005, 06:41 PM	#3
Col Member Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Newcatle, but mostly in Germany Posts: 169	Thats kind of what i was thinking. About the manufacturers anyway.

9th February 2005, 09:53 AM	#5
SZ_Matt Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Plymouth Posts: 91	I was surfing the net and found this, reckons it's better than the ecotek - I'm not convinced with either of them http://www.speedydelivery.co.uk/fuel...ta-supra.shtml

9th February 2005, 10:07 AM	#6
SupraDave Junior Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Berkshire Posts: 2	I've not fitted one to a Supra but did fit one to my other car (a Mki MR2). Was not impressed. The exhaust manifold cracked a few weeks after fitting it and further investigation revealed that this can happen on the MR2's due to the mixture being too lean. Also the horrible farty noises that it made on deceleration were not right for a sports car. I would strongly recommend not fitting one (or two) to a Supra.

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