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It's not like I'd be starting from scratch I still have copies of the baseline startup map and the original map I've been running on for 2 years, I tracked the car on that map and they are both unchanged. I just don't know where to go from here

Unfortunately most of what you just said is greek to me, I don't have a frame of reference to pull from. If there are more basic terms and instructions I need those. I learn by example. The bike tuner is interesting. The first guy is well known and respected, not much bedside manner.

I replaced an older model Innovate Motorsports Wideband O2 that was physically broken with a newer model from the same vendor. I use Innovate software to manage the sensor. The Emerald software allows you to input the O2 data on a couple different ports. I used the Emerald and Innovate manuals to get the sensor and ecu talking. The issue came because Emerald uses a ground scheme to change maps internally one of three ports. One of the grounds I reconfigured for the new o2 sensor was in common with the ecu as directed by the instructions so when the ground disappeared to the ecu it switched back to the statup map for a 1.8 zetec stocker. The guy at the first tuneup shop I went to told me it was impossible and I didn't know what I was talking about and he'd never seen the software or the car.

The only reason I would change the ecu would be if it absolutely required time on a dyno and a mechanic that knows how to repair the car. Right now I don't have anyone in a 200 mile radius that will touch my cars computer except me. I should be able to tell if my map is functioning like I want it to with data logging but it wont tell me if I'm adding of losing power.

My ecu is a Emerald K3, all I have is engine management and a Wideband O2. I contacted Emerald they said the ecu is still within it's service life, wouldn't give much more. I understand I would probably need to but something new.

All good advice and thank you Vovchndr. Looks like I'm heading in the right direction even if I still don't have much of a clue. Yes I have a 2.0 Zetec Ford Racing head, ZX3 block, Eagle rods, Probe 10:1 pistons, Crower St3 cams, 65 mm throttle body, supposedly dyno'd at 170 rwh 15 years ago I'm sure a few of the horses have left the barn. Car's only 1200lbs it runs exceptionally well, scares me on the track with only a bar and not full cage. I'll reach out to Tom, thank you. Maybe he does remote, there's a shop in town that rents their equipment for remotes.

Has anyone else had a problem finding someone to tune their aftermarket ECU? The US market has done what it always does, run the little guys out of business and we’re left with a few ECU manufacturers and that’s what the “tuners” in my area want to work with. I had the good fortune to purchase a well sorted Birkin S3 that has preformed flawlessly for 3 years but after having to replace the O2 sensor and the associated wiring I found my ECU had jumped maps/tunes, it’s too complicated to explain the how but the car started running poorly and very lean as evidenced by the exhaust. My last instance of tuning a car for money involved changing plugs points and condenser so I am dating my skill level. So I contacted a “tuner” what a joke, who agreed to look at my software and decide if he wanted the job, did I forget to mention my ecu is a 20 y/o Emerald K3 from the UK probably didn’t. The first “tuner” I spoke to defined rude when we met face to face, if he didn’t want to take the job he should have just said so rather than belittle me for not knowing what I was talking about when I had already told him I knew nothing when it came to what he does. The second “tuner” I contacted has ghosted me on three platforms so I’m guessing he’s not interested either. There are a few shops in the area but they only tune what they build. I’m looking at $1,500 +- to swap ecu and harness parts alone then I am still at the mercy of folks that have been convinced by their customers that they are some kind of rock stars and some act like it. I have taught myself the ecu software it’s really not that complicated and am working on learning how to use logging software to confirm my mapping is working but without a dyno I have no yardstick to gauge the effects the changes I make are having on the engine. This has turned into an editorial instead of looking for some insight into what you folks may have experienced and how I might proceed. But this is a real PITA if you don’t have access. What’s your experience?

Found these on craigslist while looking for a stalker Superformance S1 Roadster https://austin.craigslist.org/cto/d/leander-superformance-s1-roadster/7629585283.html and Great British Sports Lotus 7 replica https://mendocino.craigslist.org/cto/d/willits-lotus-replica/7629180877.html

Overflow? catch can. I’m running a catch can are you venting the side vent on the crankcase as well as the cam cover? If you are venting the crankcase what are you using to attach to the engine I just have a plate with a fitting no baffles or anything to reduce the amount of oil making it to my catch can. These aren’t available anymore.

How does Caterham manage the crankcase ventilation? I have a Birkin with a Zetec and the system I have isn’t optimal. Thanks

I found an ad for this Stalker that is 6 years old. Same information and pictures. The text of the ad hasn't changed. I tried to contact the seller to see if it's on the up and up. I am actually interested in a V6 Stalker, just like to find one on my side of the Mississippi. May be nothing but thought it was worth checking to see if it's a scam, especially asking for money before a test drive. Just my 2 cents.

For some reason I don't have the option to PM I understand, I'm trying to figure out how to get everything else to Florida, the car is easy.

Is there any other way to contact you?

How much extra gear comes with the car?

Did your car sell?

Is your car still available?