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Old 23 April 2012, 06:13 PM
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As above, don't want to use the sensor yet, so is it ok to use simtek without temp sensor as long as I use MAF ?
Old 23 April 2012, 06:31 PM
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Wont use maf at all on the simtek. I think it can be configured without the temp sensor though
Old 23 April 2012, 06:46 PM
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I thought that the MAF was temperature compensated, if i use MAP then i would need the temp sensor ?
Old 23 April 2012, 06:54 PM
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Yep but that temp is measured pre turbo. Its prefered to measure the temp pre throttle body after the turbo and cooler
Old 23 April 2012, 07:07 PM
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Newage maf has a separate air temp sensor in
Old 23 April 2012, 07:15 PM
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OK, I will do a proper job and get it all fitted !
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