Anyone have this unit? Any pros other than the install process? Any cons? My new AT governor crapped out already, and it did it while I was pulling into traffic, so I may get this one, to replace it, or to just have as a back up
Location: Williamsport, PA
Posts: 43
My VIN: 3639 (Sept 81-April 12, RIP), 1805
Club(s): (DMA)
Anyone have this unit? Any pros other than the install process? Any cons? My new AT governor crapped out already, and it did it while I was pulling into traffic, so I may get this one, to replace it, or to just have as a back up
I don't have one but am using the board from this unit in my car.
In my opinion this is the best option for your problem. It isn't the only option as DMCH has their version as well. But I watched the designer/inventor of this unit install one on a car at DCS West in Vegas. Took them a little over an hour without having to lift the car or remove the old unit.
Dan
Did you get one of the new digital units from Houston? I would call them to see if it's still under warranty. The new digital ones are supposed to be more reliable. If you just got your old one rebuilt, then I would believe that it could die so easily. One of my buddies in San Diego has the governor that Hervey sells (he doesn't make them). I like this unit because it includes LEDs so you can see what gear you are currently in.
Chris Miles
For Better or Worse I own a DeLorean!
1983 Grey Manual, VIN #16409, Fresno, California
Location: Fort Lauderdale
Posts: 4,740
My VIN: 02613
Club(s): (DCF)
I have Jeff Angwin's AT computer and really like it. My installation is slightly different in that I mounted the housing in the ECU compartment behind the driver's seat. Also, Jeff was quite helpful when I had a few questions for him via e-mail during the installation. I give it two thumbs up!
Farrar
3.0L, automatic, carbureted
Location: Lexington, NC
Posts: 791
My VIN: #5000 (Grey, manual, SS chassis, intercooled twin turbo), #16128 (Grey, auto, efi twin turbo), #888
Club(s): (DCVA) (SEDOC) (DCUK)
I also have the Jeff unit, very pleased. I can also vouch for his customer service. Instructions are great and straightforward. I called him during the installation for one minor question, and left a voicemail. He called me back within 5 mins, and he was out of the country on vacation to answer my question! Buy the unit, you won't regret it.
Location: Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Posts: 3,047
My VIN: 16510 and carbureted
Club(s): (GCD) (SEDOC) (DCUK)
Location: Williamsport, PA
Posts: 43
My VIN: 3639 (Sept 81-April 12, RIP), 1805
Club(s): (DMA)
So my car went back out to DPI, turns out it wasn't the governor, but rather since we installed a NOS transmission, and since it had been sitting around for 30 years, the pump on it wasn't working, and in turn it caused the spline shaft to snap.