crawlin

I need to upgrade my stock map sensor. i was looking at the 3 bar motorola map sensor on ebay and such. i was wandering how many people are using them and if you guys have any type of problems with them. i need to order one tonight so any input would be helpful.

thanks

HiProfile

As long as you get your EMS calibrated properly for them (pgmfi.org will have the numbers/calcs for them), they work great. They are very linear, and very cheap. The down side is they don't use a standard connector, at least not standard for automotive use.

Topdawgg

ive had mine for 2 seasons and its never given me a problem...

I run a GM 3 Bar now.. also with no problems

0xenocron

Motorola Map sensors FTMFW...I've been running my 4 bar for almost a year...2.5 bar for 2 years before that.

akira712

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CivicVX94

does anyone sell these with the correct plugs to use as a direct replacement? or do you have to do the wiring yourself?

crawlin

you have to do the wiring yourself but it comes with instructions. its 3 wires how badly could it go wrong.

0mtber

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The 2.5 bar sensor does a great job & is very reliable.

USDM 4G VTEC

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wow, i made that picture long time ago... im glad it has become quite popular! lol

crawlin

so you have to pin the wires into the sensor?

HiProfile

Yes, and that picture is the 2.5 bar sensor. The 3 bar only comes in the micro size IIRC, with a 1/8" port and TINY legs - you have to solder them onto it, as its meant to be put on a PC board. I'm surprized Xenocron didn't pimp his adapter boards for them yet

CivicVX94

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if you have to pin the wires into the sensor i'd rather pay any extra $20 for a plug and play sensor. i suck at wiring and would rather pay more than do shotty/questionable work, expecially with a map sensor...

USDM 4G VTEC

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if you have to pin the wires into the sensor i'd rather pay any extra $20 for a plug and play sensor. i suck at wiring and would rather pay more than do shotty/questionable work, expecially with a map sensor...</TD></TR></TABLE>

then instead of you doing it..
a- either get the pigtail for the motorola (just go to digikey and ask the online support)

b- get someone who can do it for you

crawlin

well i got the 3 bar map sensor so i guess ill have to sodder the wires on it shouldnt be to bad. will see when it gets here in the mail in a few days

0xenocron

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The 2.5 Sensor kit is the easiest really...just three easy wires to splice in.

I have the 3 and 4 bar kits in either DIY or already soldered up with the board Dave Blundell & I designed together.

I only suggest the mini 3 bar and 4 bar kits if you really need to run that much boost and possible want to HIDE this tiny map sensor inside your stock MAP for a stealth look.

CivicVX94

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thank god Dave is my tuner, now i don't have to worry about it

crawlin

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Modified by crawlin at 4:03 PM 9/12/2007