Doing a run of 90-93 NICO ECU's.. Whose in?

Post by **elwesso** » Tue Feb 26, 2008 10:05 am

I know some people are really looking for NICO ECU's... Well, I think im getting a little closer to getting my 94 boards done, so I'd like to get some 90-93 ECU's out of the way..

cost is $250 for a 2 way 90-93 NICO ECU

THIS ONLY APPLIES TO THE 8 BIT 90-93 ECU'S. I CANNOT DO ANY 94+ ECU

However, that does not mean 94-95 owners are out of luck. the ECU's are all cross compatible with a few minor differences.... Ive run a 91 Q ECU in my 94 for the past year or so and its worked great...

What im doing is a run of 2 way switchers for 90-93 ECU.. I'll probably program them with stage II and stage III unless someone else wants a custom one (not a big deal to make)....

I do NOT HAVE any CORES, so any ECU's that are getting programmed need to be sent to me for programming... All the cores I have I believe are 94 ECUs but I'll double check.

Next week is my break so I dont have anything to do, so hit me up if you want an ECU done!!!!!

Post by **mtcookson** » Tue Feb 26, 2008 11:34 am

I'd like to get mine done for the Q since the Z project is on hold. I'll send you an email. I finally found my spare ECU the other day.

Post by **Haitian_King** » Tue Feb 26, 2008 2:08 pm

Are these coming with switches or unwired? Is the switching ability really necessary? Can a NICO ECU just be the default setting and run all the time?

Post by **elwesso** » Tue Feb 26, 2008 2:19 pm

its really not that hard to add the switching. I like having the switching on there for people to run stage III because theres some instances where you may want/need to switch back to stage II

You can leave it at stage II for most the time and it will be fine.

You just buy a simple on/off switch.

Post by **d3funct** » Tue Feb 26, 2008 5:05 pm

I will wait until you have some core's and have more time to work on the 4-way switches.

Being in Australia, where Q's are extremely rare - I can't just go and buy an ECU for you to program unfortunately.

I look forward to more developments though, well done Wes

Post by **youngq45r** » Wed Feb 27, 2008 12:11 pm

Finaly!! Sweet. K. Let me check on my finances. Money is tight but these things are hard to come buy. I'll check my money and get back to you. IS there a posibility of a stage GAS SAVER MODE? Thats what i need. Also, got a spare ECU if anyone needs. got it out of some pick and pull Q. I have no idea what year. How can you tell?

Post by **lino** » Wed Feb 27, 2008 12:15 pm

This may tell you:

zer...D.pdf

zer...n.pdf

Post by **youngq45r** » Wed Feb 27, 2008 12:22 pm

thanks, i'll reaad that when i get home. then repost. Anybody want a core?

Post by **elwesso** » Wed Feb 27, 2008 12:31 pm

just tell me the number on the top and/or take a picture with the top off and I'll tell you in about 4 seconds.

Post by **youngq45r** » Wed Feb 27, 2008 12:33 pm

haha. ok. i'll check. in the f-ing library now. my net is down. Would you want a core wes?

Post by **infinitinut2** » Wed Feb 27, 2008 3:12 pm

Hi Wes: I gave up my place in line, some time back, not being in any great hurry, then. Now, my Q is in storage 2000 miles away, and I will not see it again until June! Again, put me in line for one, but it will be summer time before I can get you the core!

Thanks!John

Post by **rustyt** » Wed Feb 27, 2008 4:28 pm

I'm In. Let me know what it takes ? Does it make performance better ? What is top end ? What stage should I get?Rusty Taylore-mail: [email protected] Cell92 Q45 with 93 tcu(1st gear)

Post by **ILuvNkdChx** » Wed Feb 27, 2008 5:37 pm

Your not even sure of it's affects and your willing to spend $250.00 on it? I have "prime" land in Florida I can sell you!

Post by **lino** » Wed Feb 27, 2008 6:12 pm

rustyt wrote:I'm In. Let me know what it takes ? Does it make performance better ? What is top end ? What stage should I get?Rusty Taylore-mail: [email protected] Cell92 Q45 with 93 tcu(1st gear)

"The NICO ECU is simply a reprogrammed engine computer that enhances drivability, and should drop the Q45’s ¼ mile times from low to mid 15s, to high 14s. The NICO ECU gives 30HP proven on the dyno, and has no effect on fuel economy (it may result in higher fuel economy!) or emissions. The engine redlines at 7400 RPM instead of the factory 6900 (which is very safe and does not harm the engine). The best way I can describe it for daily driving is that it makes the dead spots in the Qs driving experience much less dead, and as you approach high RPM’s the car just pulls like a bat out of hell!"

That was taken from:

http://www.nicoclub.com/articles.php?id=170119

Post by **nismo silvia** » Wed Feb 27, 2008 9:20 pm

I would like to know of tunning options on this ecu is it progamable like through a usb port???? I am going to run a single turbo settup on my 93 and am probably getting pretty crazy with the project.

Post by **elwesso** » Thu Feb 28, 2008 3:27 am

nismo silvia wrote:I would like to know of tunning options on this ecu is it progamable like through a usb port???? I am going to run a single turbo settup on my 93 and am probably getting pretty crazy with the project.

no you cant tune it that way... You're going to need something far different.. This is basically a plug and play sort of thing for N/A VH45DEs.. Calumsult actually makes a flashable ROM that you can do what youre referring to in a stock ECU.

Post by **Infinitiguy19** » Thu Feb 28, 2008 9:55 am

whats the differnce bettween these ECU's and the nico 8 way ECU 'S?

will the price go lower with less features or will it just go lower?

Post by **Q45tech** » Thu Feb 28, 2008 10:31 am

Too many choices just creates confusion, why most old programmers gave you no choices or added a few hundred per small change.

Be sure to charge extra for phone calls by the minute and don't forget to charge 911 telecom tax.

Post by **Kiven422** » Thu Feb 28, 2008 12:04 pm

I got a 92 ECU core in the garage for just this reason but at this moment i'm going to have to wait until i get my tax returns hopefully it'll be a few days

Thu Feb 28, 2008 2:52 pm

How ya doing Wes? How long will you need it for programming? I know the basics of these things,but can you tell me the main differences between stage I and stageII verses stock ECU! Thanksp.s....how long are you doing the 90-93 ones?

thanks alot, SUBZEROCARFANATIC

Post by **elwesso** » Thu Feb 28, 2008 3:30 pm

ppastos wrote:whats the differnce bettween these ECU's and the nico 8 way ECU 'S?

will the price go lower with less features or will it just go lower?

I am not going to offer the 4 ways anymore unless people pay a hefty charge since it requires me to buy special hardware... 8 way ECU's were never offered to the general public as far as I know.

SUB ZERO CAR FANATIC wrote:How ya doing Wes? How long will you need it for programming? I know the basics of these things,but can you tell me the main differences between stage I and stageII verses stock ECU! Thanksp.s....how long are you doing the 90-93 ones?

thanks alot, SUBZEROCARFANATIC

I am expecting a 3-4 week turnaround time, which was about what Robert did when he was doing the ECUs..

Stage I is considered stock, stage II is the main upgrade where about 90% of the gains happen.. you get a 30 HP proven gain...

Post by **WesQ** » Thu Feb 28, 2008 5:09 pm

Wes, please sign me up for an ECU. I am a new Q owner who has been following this forum for several months. I want to thank all of the participants for the excellent information. Using forum advice, I inspected and bought a '94 Q45 with 34k miles. It was owned by an American Airline pilot who faithfully followed recommended maintence. After the purchase, I took it to Jerry's in San Diego for a fluid change and inspection. Since then, I have replaced the antenna whip, fixed the truck release and feed her 44K per forum directions. Tokico shocks and an A rear bar are on order from Scottsdale; you guys are right, they do have great prices.

If an spare ECU is for sale, please let me know else I will look into getting one from InfinitipartsUSA.

Thanks again to forum members for great advice on fixing and maintaining Qs.

Post by **maxnix** » Thu Feb 28, 2008 6:49 pm

Look for ECu at junkyards or in the Calssified Infiniti Parts Forum.

Antenna whip?

Welcome to NICO. Nice find.

Post by **silkysmoothyjud** » Thu Feb 28, 2008 7:38 pm

Right on!! I knew Wes would come through!! Yo, please repost a new thread when the 94+ ecus become available. Got cash set aside. Got incentive???

Post by **Black stallion** » Fri Feb 29, 2008 3:55 am

All I have to do is blow the dust off my $$$ Just say when...

Post by **qsiguy** » Fri Feb 29, 2008 1:08 pm

Wes, I got one of the early '93 ECU's and it's labeled "Stage I" and it's definitely NOT stock(which you stated above). Is this what you now call a "Stage II"? Says '91+ octane only on the case.

Post by **WesQ** » Sat Mar 01, 2008 1:11 pm

I'll check the junk yards and parts forum. Antanna whip - mean't replacement mast w/ nylon tail. Thanks

Post by **franknitty69** » Sun Mar 02, 2008 2:32 pm

wes,

i want an ecu. i have a 95 q45 active. it is a jwt ecu and tranny computer. what are my options?

Post by **db_autotek** » Sun Mar 02, 2008 9:58 pm

I've said it before, like many satisfied owners have:

This mod has paid for itself in smiles and sad mustang owners at redlights. If I only ever purchased one thing for my Q45, it would be this. Anyone who is even just considering this, please trust me/us and buy one. You will laugh at yourself for not making the decision sooner.

Mine has lasted well in two Q45's and is awaiting its' third transplant. Thanks again Wes! (by the way Wes, I killed the second Q. Remember the first one saved my life in a 75mph side impact. The green 1992 I managed to crack the block... don't ask, I bought a "bargain" Q and got what I paid for)

Post by **Q45tech** » Mon Mar 03, 2008 6:59 am

I remember back in 1993 when I paid $1105 for ecu mod on spare ecu and $995 for TCU and $495 for rear sway bar and Eibach spring and Tokico shocks and Stromung exhaust system..................in one month $4900 of mods then ran up to dealers and paid to have everything installed. Only 2 blocks from my office in FLA.

Left with 4 new spare polished pie pans and a rip snorting loud Q.

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