KitCarlson EMS Poll, How many should I build ??? Options

[KitCarlson]

Hey,

I know this question has a difficult answer. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/huh.gif) I would like to know a ball park number of EMS units to build in the first release. I need to order the mechanical parts and work with a contract manufacturer for the board build. Setup costs can be a significant cost for small orders. Lead time is also a concern.

Why is this question difficult? You are being asked to suggest to me your potential interest without knowing the exact cost or performance of the system.

The beta test unit is not yet in operation due to Brad's move. It was my hope to have un-biased tests in progress at this time. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/ohmy.gif) I have been working on the system full time since the start in October. The next step is to be production ready.

For those wondering what is the EMS. It is an engine management system that provides direct ignition, fuel, idle, and turbo boost control for VW and Porsche engines. It uses a special optical distributor sensor means to avoid the mechanical difficulties in crank/cam sensors. The ignition timing is electronic. The unit provides an easy upgrade for the D-Jetronic or L-Jetronic systems. The system will be sold turn-key with all parts and harness.
For more information please visit: http://home.mindspring.com/~dave.c/kitcarlson/

Please use a personal message to suggest your interest. I will answer questions you may have.

I really appreciate this BB that works to unite all 914 owners, and a means to conduct this poll.

Kit

[Mueller]

universal fuel injection

Becareful with "universal" kit's, that normally means tons of fabrication, time and money will be needed to finish the installation (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif)

I know you cannot have a kit for every single make and model car out there, but if you can come out with just a few at a time, you're going to be famous for giving the market what it needs and wants.

I thought about buying and building a few Megasquirts and making a true bolt-on kit, but I like your approach much better. Even thou the MS is a proven design and product, it will always have a slight stigma due to it being a DIY solder-sniffing-stuff-a-bare-board-approach.

Even the guy on eBay that is assembling them and selling it getting chastised by a few since some folks think he is making money off of a public or shared device and idea. He's being honest and is providing a service, but there are stupid/closed minded people that don't understand that.

Now back to your EMS, if there is anything I can do to help out, let me know, I'm not too up on electronics except for knowing that the best way to test a 9vdc battery is to stick it on my tongue. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/wacko.gif)

Oh, for the L-jet guys...no more flapper box between the throttle body and the aircleaner, so I think the best way to do that is to get the aircleaner assembly from a 1.7(?)