I couldnt find much info on boost controllers just where some guys use a manual one cause there cheap and work. Would it be best to use a electronic one so adjustments could be made from inside the car? Ive read that guys just install a boost pill and turn boost up but dont tune, is there a safe amount of boost to run without tuning?

 

Using the ECU to control a 3-port BCS on the X is your best bet. I personally have a Grimspeed on my car but there are other good ones available too.

 

I have a turbosmart eBoost 2 in my X but it's very complicated to operate, at least in my opinion. Not sure if I'd recommend it yet, seeing I am going to take it in for a tune- we'll see how well the controller does then.

 

I agree, I'm in the process of using a gs 3port with ecu tune

 

Best ebc is the hks evc 6. Not cheap either. Mine cost $600ish

For ecu control i would go 3 port.

 

Headd that man bost cons don't run great with the tens. I had the turbo smart too hated it. Switched to a Greddy profect-b and love it and its easy use. Running 68-71% on stock turbo with full exhaust and intake stock turbo and injectors. Makes 22.5ish peak and about 19-20 constantly. IMO get the tune and be safe/make more power.

 

Price doesnt matter, I want the best for my evo. Thanks for all the info guys!

 

The best is stock ECU having control over boost through a 3 port. Don't waste your money on ricer boost controller, 600$ will take you a long way in your modding journey elsewhere.

Boost controllers are so 2008 on our cars.

 

Use what ever suits your driving needs/style the most. I went with a Open Ecu tune with boost controlled via ECU. I will be upgrading to a 3 port bcs and a few other parts later.

 

I'm using a Gm 3 port on my car and couldn't be happier.

 

Yeah I'll be tuning this week with the turbosmart. Depending on how well it does then, I'll either keep or sell it.

 

What yould be the best 3-port BCS? From what Ive researched the Grimspeed sounds nice, is there a better one?

 

GM 3-port.

 

Any good one is going to function about the same. Grimspeed, Pierburg, Perrin, etc. I went with the GS since it was plug & play and included a mounting bracket. I think the Pierburg (Cobb, CBRD, Tactrix, plus others sell this one) is also PnP with a mounting tab of some sort.

 

Man, I agree with this 100%. I have the GM. You can not go wrong with ECU boost and a 3 port for sure. You get so much greater control.