FAQ
What exactly is RaceTCS?
RaceTCS is a universal aftermarket standalone traction control system. It is Racelogic traction control alternative. It uses wheel speed sensors (usually used by ABS system) and intercepts fuel injector or ignition coil signals to control engine torque. It does not rely on any existing car electronics, except wheel speed sensors.
Is RaceTCS safe for engine?
RaceTCS replicates injector/ignition coil signal coming from ECU and when torque reduction is needed, it cuts whole pulse. There is no way that part of the fuel can get into the cylinder and cause lean burn. Since 2015 , when device was delivered to 1st test cars, there was not a single report of damaged piston or valve due to RaceTCS.
Does RaceTCS raise EGT during operation?
When RaceTCS cuts injection pulse to a cylinder, that cylinder cools itself with incoming air. Because of that , EGT is lower in cylinder , which was cut. In case of spark cut, fuel burns in exhaust system. This raises EGT and can put more stress on turbo or catalytic converter.
Why is RaceTCS better than other alternatives on the market?
RaceTCS is advanced traction control with a price tag of entry level product. It is very easy to setup, comes with predefined settings for many cars. For most cars it works straight out of the box. It is a standalone unit, works with OEM ECUs as well as standalone ECUs.
Competitior producs very often are complete ECUs or extension modules for their ECUs. Aftermarket ECU is expensive and very hard to install and setup - requires a professional. With RaceTCS you can retain your stock ECU and all safety features that come with it.
Which cars is it compatible with?
It is compatible with almost every car that has wheel speed sensors and has a petrol engine. You can retrofit wheel speed sensors (OEM or aftermarket) in your car. We can manufacture custom wheel speed triggers. For detailed requirements, please have a look at user manual in support section. RaceTCS has been used in American, European, Japanese, kit cars and single seaters.
If you are not sure whether RaceTCS is compatible with your car, please contact us.
How long do i have to wait for delivery?
We ship worldwide, cost and delivery time depends on location. To North America usually 7 days, EU 3 days, Asia 7 days.
What is included in the package?
RaceTCS V3
RaceTCS V3 package contains RaceTCS device, wiring harness with connector, preset selection potentiometer and plate, indication LED, 100R resistors.
We offer complete plug and play harnesses for specific car models. Please contact us for availability and pricing.
RaceTCS V2
RaceTCS V2 package contains RaceTCS device, connectors, USB cable, preset selection potentiometer and plate, indication LED, 100R resistors, mounting brackets.
Can I install it myself?
Many users install RaceTCS on their own. Installation requires basic knowledge of electrics. Experience with multimeter, soldering iron is a must. If you do not feel confident, leave it to a professional.
How to tune RaceTCS?
Application package contains setting files tested in many different car models. These range from small capacity turbocharged engines to big V8 with a supercharger. These setting files were tuned for specific car, so it is very good baseline. You can change PID settings and other parameters yourself.
You can also ask for help via message form. Later you can attach a log file and configuration to email. Usually you will receive a response with modified configuration and suggestions for fine tuning within 24h.
Can you recommend workshops that can install RaceTCS?
List of recommended workshops will be growing with time. We recommend :
Elite Street Performance 300 Alsace Ave suite 100, Jarrell, TX, United States, Texas
Max88Pefromance Towcester, Northamptonshire, UK. sales@max88performance.co.uk
MAX-Performance Al. 11 Listopada 156, Gorzów Wielkopolski, 66-400 Poland
Turbo Lamik Gwarków 53, Lędziny, Poland
Zen-TE Łódź, Pabianicka 10, Poland
Warsztat PomPa Sp. z o.o Aleja Prymasa Tysiąclecia 60/62, Warszawa,01-424 Poland
How is the adjustment done?
Adjustment is done via 11 position potentiometer with a knob (included in the package). It can be hidden (e.g. in ash tray) and should be mounted within driver's reach. Drilling a hole to mount the potentiometer might be required.
My car is fairly new and stock TCS is adjustable. Why should I bother with RaceTCS?
Very few cars have stock TCS that is performance oriented. For sure you tried to drive on the edge with your RWD car and traction control slammed on the brakes. It cut the engine power and you could not accelerate for a moment. This slows you down.
On the other hand, when it is slippery, you might be afraid to disable traction control completely. If you feel that your stock TCS is too strict, slows you down and takes the fun away, then RaceTCS is your best choice.
Does RaceTCS interfere with stock TCS or ABS?
RaceTCS in no way affects stock ESP/TCS or ABS, as they do not communicate. It uses the same sensors as ABS, but operates separately, it does not require ABS to be present. You can have stock ESP/TCS and RaceTCS on or off separately.
Do I need to activate it every time i start the car?
RaceTCS is active as soon as you turn on the ignition.
