[Paully104]

Hello everyone,

I recently purchased the DSC v2 controller and had the pleasure of testing it for a couple hours now. My general use case is as a daily driver and for entertainment, I have not taken my car to the track. With that in mind the installation is suppose to be fairly simple. I requested that future boards going out are 1/2inch shorter for the 2SS Camaro as the fitment is pretty tight. Additionally since its a pin connector if you do not connect it perfect you can get a warning that your suspension needs maintenance. I had to get the part replaced as a pin was slightly out of position. Once I installed the replacement I haven't had an issue yet.

The controller makes a noticeable difference and its easy to test by swapping the stock controller and the DSC v2. Touring is not only more gentle but you feel more confident in turns and I do not get any floating feeling. In track mode I drove out to Mexico and was impressed with how I was able to corner. At the very least this component inspires confidence. I had a test with my wife to guess what part was in and she was able to point out the difference. Her exact words were the stock controller feels "clunky" compared to the DSC V2.

Technical mishaps I would like to note to prevent people from being as dumb as me.
1) You can use WD40 to make the connector slide on easier, be careful not to get WD40 on the pins. If the pins are not fully connected or if you get WD40 on the pins and start your car your going to throw like 15 codes. Do not panic just unplug and make sure the pins are clean and put it back together. Then disconnect the negative terminal and walk away for 15 minutes and come back. Your car will start and should have no codes.
2) Check which way the pins are, one side is a 1 straight line and the other side is two rows. You wont bend the pins but you could sink the pins which can cause connectivity issues. I think this is how I messed up my first one.

I'd like to note that the shop was extremely helpful and took my calls. When I needed a replacement they sent it as a overnight. They stated if any firmware updates happened in the future they can send a board out and I can send mine to them. While I was nervous about my original board showing issues I'm glad I learned how helpful the shop was.

Edit: Had connection issues with the second board. Ending up returning and going to see if other folks are having issues. I spoke with the shop several times attempting to resolve the issue but for whatever reason I kept getting suspension warnings on the dash.

[Atomic Ed]

Thanks for your initial review! This was what I was expecting to hear given what the corvette folks have been posting about the controller.

Did you zero out the ride height yet? I also noted that they said something to you about firmware updates via a new board. I thought that firmware (we're not talking software updates) updates were still through a laptop?

Keep us updated as you use it, and in particular, if you play around with the tuning.

[thescreensavers]

Instead of using WD-40 and having to worry if it got on the pins and even on plastics, I'd use CRC 2-26 which is like 3$ at home Depot.

[Paully104]

Originally Posted by thescreensavers

Instead of using WD-40 and having to worry if it got on the pins and even on plastics, I'd use CRC 2-26 which is like 3$ at home Depot.

I'll have to look at CRC 2-26 , the WD-40 trick was told to me by them. Hopefully this saves someone a headache.

[Paully104]

Originally Posted by Atomic Ed

Thanks for your initial review! This was what I was expecting to hear given what the corvette folks have been posting about the controller.

Did you zero out the ride height yet? I also noted that they said something to you about firmware updates via a new board. I thought that firmware (we're not talking software updates) updates were still through a laptop?

Keep us updated as you use it, and in particular, if you play around with the tuning.

I read about zeroing out the ride height but that was not in the instructions I received. The instructions for the Camaro just stated to plug it in and drive.

[Atomic Ed]

Give them a call and let them walk you through it. Supposedly an easy thing to do and worth the effort.

Or, I just remembered there is a youtube on it somewhere.

[bubbajan21]

Originally Posted by Atomic Ed

Give them a call and let them walk you through it. Supposedly an easy thing to do and worth the effort.

Or, I just remembered there is a youtube on it somewhere.

This one?


BMR stated that our ride height sensors do not measure ride height but rather the rate of change. I guess the if the DSC controller can output a value for ride height then they are wrong.

[Atomic Ed]

Originally Posted by bubbajan21

This one?


BMR stated that our ride height sensors do not measure ride height but rather the rate of change. I guess the if the DSC controller can output a value for ride height then they are wrong.

I believe this is a matter of semantics. This looks like nothing more than zeroing out the static, at rest condition for the vehicle with the driver in it. I believe this step simply matches up the sensors with the controller.

I don't see anything in this video trying to output actual ride height.

[Paully104]

Originally Posted by Atomic Ed

I believe this is a matter of semantics. This looks like nothing more than zeroing out the static, at rest condition for the vehicle with the driver in it. I believe this step simply matches up the sensors with the controller.

I don't see anything in this video trying to output actual ride height.

I gave them a call and this is something that you do. They said that its pre programmed for stock height but if you lower your car you should do it right away.

[Atomic Ed]

Paully,

Now that you have lived with it for a while, any additional observations?

[JaxChris]

Does the v2 offered for the Gen6 Camaro include WiFi connectivity so you can leave it in the car for adjustments?

[Paully104]

Originally Posted by JaxChris

Does the v2 offered for the Gen6 Camaro include WiFi connectivity so you can leave it in the car for adjustments?

No wifi was advertised the board has a USB slot that you can connect a laptop to.

[Paully104]

Originally Posted by Atomic Ed

Paully,

Now that you have lived with it for a while, any additional observations?

I've stopped using my brakes to go around corners because my car turns so well haha. Honestly it feels fantastic compared to stock and I think this is a good part to get.

[Ryephile]

Oops just saw this thread. Thank you for the impressions!