Dashdyno Experiences

[Super Unique]

Post your experience, discussion, and results using your dashdyno here!

I will start it off by posting up the frontal area needed in the DashDyno unit to correct for our specific vehicle.

Wheelbase 103.9 in
Track
front 1535 mm 60.4 in
rear 1525 mm 60 in
Length 4435 mm 174.6 in
Width 1765 mm 69.5 in
Height 1465 mm 57.7 in
Length:wheelbase ratio 1.68
Ground clearance 160 mm 6.3 in
Curb weight 1485 kg 3274 lb
Fuel capacity 14.5 US Gal
aerodynamics
Drag coefficient 0.310
Frontal area 2.19 m2
Cx 0.68
engine
Bore × stroke 87.50 mm × 94.00 mm
3.44 in × 3.7 in
Cylinders S-4
Displacement 2.3 litre
2261 cc
(137.975 cu in)

[757Speed]

Hmmm, how about yours??? =) I've been interested in this tool for almost a month now. But just can't find any decent reviews, so really, I don't know if its worth using or not. For me it was between the Dashdyno, Dashhawk, or Accessport, even tho the AP can't log, not even really the same type of tool but has some of the same features in a way. Dashhawk is cheap and proven, but losing/lost support by MSD to continue with it. Dashdyno is more expensive then the Dashhawk, has more features, can log more parameters at once, supposely has a better and more accurate tq/hp graph. Dashdaq is extremely expensive but has a ton of features and a really nice touch screen custom interface...

Still not sure if Dashdyno is fully configured for the MS3, and I'm pretty sure only the basic parameters are programmed in for the Dashdaq. Basically I think the only thing compareable is the Dashhawk, since its proven and almost everybody that has a MS3, seems to have the Dashhawk.

Still impatiently waiting for Haltech to release his 40+ page review between the tools he's testing...

[Super Unique]

I admit I am jumping the gun a bit with this thread, but I will be updating the first post as I go along. Mine is on order and expected to arrive any day now

I know I needed to get the correction factors for the speed3 which is in the info for the first post. Mainly weight, track, weight, frontal area (which is the hardest info to get) and Cd figures. Along with ratios. These are all required for the dyno portion to work correctly.

[danems6]

see; haltech...
interested in this thread... keep us posted!!!

[Super Unique]

I ordered their "pro" kit which is basically the dash dyno unit, a windshield mount (nice one) some other velcro mounts, interface cable to connect to windows PC or laptop, and software.



This packaging is $50 more than the base model, but gets you the very nicely done windshield mount w/ quick release, dashdyno GPS serial interface cable, ac adaptor, cable ties, usb interface cable. The windshield mount alone is worth the extra money.





The GPS serial port is useful to connect up with a "mouse" or puck style GPS receiver, such as this one..



These usually run about $49 or thereabouts. I already have a regular standalone GPS unit, but without serial interface. For me, the google maps trip flyover isn't something I was looking to do.

[Haltech]

Ive got the pro-kit, less the GPS. Im working with Auterra in getting all of our enhanced PIDs since they are virtually local to me.

i like the device alot, its more a less, what a DashHawk 2 should have been from the start. The only downside is its sort of troublesome to navigate or to get your warning lights setup.

[bioevolve]

Next toy to buy lol.

[757Speed]

Yea, I'm thinking for me now it's between either the Dashdyno or the Dashdaq...But do I wanna spend an extra $300, or whatever the price difference is, for it? I dunno yet...Assume I'll probably go with the Dashdyno since it'll probably be some time before the MS3 pid's are all figured out for the Dashdaq.

Haltech, is the Dashdyno completely working for the MS3?

[Super Unique]

The deciding factor for me was the portable nature of the dashdyno....

This means it is easily removed to stock, and can be used to help friends diagnose problems with their cars too. There are some really cool options using linux and carpc setups, but those are far more permanent in nature. More features, but not easily moved from car to car.

[Haltech]

Originally Posted by 757Speed Yea, I'm thinking for me now it's between either the Dashdyno or the Dashdaq...But do I wanna spend an extra $300, or whatever the price difference is, for it? I dunno yet...Assume I'll probably go with the Dashdyno since it'll probably be some time before the MS3 pid's are all figured out for the Dashdaq. Haltech, is the Dashdyno completely working for the MS3?

Theres just a few PIDs to get a handle on and it will be better than the DashHawk could ever be. The DashDyno features CAN 6X protocol which allows 6 PIDs at one time, to be datalogged with no latency in capture speed. im trying to get them going on the datalogger viewer as a standalone program. Many users arent to good with excel and trying to plot your data can be a pain in the ass.

[Haltech]

Originally Posted by Super Unique The deciding factor for me was the portable nature of the dashdyno.... This means it is easily removed to stock, and can be used to help friends diagnose problems with their cars too. There are some really cool options using linux and carpc setups, but those are far more permanent in nature. More features, but not easily moved from car to car.

The DashDaq is just as portable, if not more and not as bulky either. PhillyB can confirm this as he has seen practically all of my devices in the car at once. Its based on linux, its open source and their kernel is available on their site for download. Their Mazda support is excellent and is getting better. Im working with them on an NDA to improve and add more features. Between the two, its a tough choice. They are both great in their own rights. It boils down to what is in your budget. If you are a MS3 guy who doesnt have a nav setup, but want one, the DashDaq is a smart choice. Basically, im about 10 -17 days away from posting the review if everything works itself out right. It started out as 2 devices and now has grown to 6 and now, possibly 8. So, im trying to get all of these devices set up correctly to work with our cars. The DashDyno support has been awesome and so far, has everything except 2 or 3 PIDs we need ready to go. Im going to try to get these other few squared away this week.