GM speed sensors & ECM suggestions

[swagaero]

Michael Baxter wrote:
> 
> I'm building a sequential port AMC 401. I've ransacked the aftermarket looking
> for an ECU that meets the requirements and come-up empty handed. Well, except
> for a $6,000 box from EFI Technologies :-o.
> 
>  After learning about the CarPROM software from Arizona Speed & Marine, I'm
> looking long & hard a using a GM ECM and recalibrating the data maps to the
> requirements of my 401. There are certainly some models of the GM computers
> that do everything I need. The problem is finding the right ECM and adapting
> as much of the GM system as I can.
> 
>  The 1st things that scares me are the vehicle speed sensor and the engine
> speed sensor & position sensor. I would appreciate any input/insight into
> these obstacles like whether they use a magnetic missing tooth or hall effect
> set-up, etc.
> 
>  Does anyone have a suggestion for a particular GM ECM that would work in this
> application? Or any references available that might help me choose the right
> one? Below is a list of requirements for this injection system.
> 
>  -8 injector drivers for sequential injection
>  -Speed-density system (saves me the hassle of fabricating a tight intake &
> MAF upstream of the air door.
>  -Ability to interface with a GM transmission control module (I'll be using a
> 4L60E behind the engine)
>  -Can't be an EEPROM type GM ECM since the CarPROM software can't handle those
> boxes.
>  -Knock sensor inputs (I think GM calls it ESC) since this engine will be 10
> to 1 CR
>  - And all the other stuff that should be a gimme on a GM box like Idle air
> control, EGR control, canister purge control & cruise control servo control.
> 
>  -- Michael Baxter, 74172.1164 at Compuserve.com
>  http://ourworld.compuserve.com/homepages/MBaxter
>  From Reno, NV USA on 05-Oct-1997 at 12:24:29 PDT
> 
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Caddilac Northstar minor reprogramming and away you go.

Steve
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