Pedal Commander thoughts

man0steel · 06-14-2017, 10:55 AM

Pretty sure I will end up with a throttle controller in the near future, anyone try the Pedal Commander? I like the fact you can change the settings to your desired personal preference.

Evil-Bee-NH · 06-14-2017, 12:57 PM

I don't have the pedal commander just the VTC does the same thing you can adjust settings to your liking. You'll here a lot of flak and good stories about the units i'd urge you to make your own opinion on the product. Maybe use Amazon and PayPal as a method of purchase so you can return it easier if it's not to your liking.

Nate... · 06-14-2017, 04:33 PM

I have a JMS PedalMax

man0steel · 06-21-2017, 04:10 PM

I would love to get a tune but don't want the hassle with the dealer/warranty. Hard to believe that GM doesn't offer a better mapping of the throttle controller. I just want to be able to accelerate in a spirited manner without having to push the pedal all the way to the floor and waiting for the car to respond........ you know.........like every other car out there.

DarkFangz1100 · 06-22-2017, 12:38 PM

I recently got a tune on my car after using the Vitesse....I'd be willing to sell it if you wanted one for cheaper than a new one haha

ChicagoTommy · 06-22-2017, 03:46 PM

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Originally Posted by cooper1965

I have your solution!! Does NOT void warranty, And does the EXACT same thing as the controller..

You, sir, win the internet today! Congrats! I love it!

man0steel · 02-12-2019, 02:38 PM

Brought this thread back to give my 2 cents on the Vitesse controller after using it since this thread started over a year ago.

I like it, zero problems, No CEL's. I got used to it pretty quick and more or less forgot it was there and became comfortable with the response. All that being said, it did not change the throttle lag one single bit (knew that going in).

What it did do is make me more comfortable with the throttle as a whole, made it feel like a quarter throttle felt like a quarter power and so on. I especially like the way it feels when performance shifting is engaged.

Now that the car car is going in for the A8 flush (among other things) and the controller is removed, I miss having it and it will go back in the car as soon as I get it back.

I hope this helps anyone thinking of purchasing a throttle controller whether you decide to buy or not.

kropscamaro16 · 02-12-2019, 03:24 PM

i have one got it for free wouldnt pay for it but it was cool until i got a real tune

whiskeyfed · 02-13-2019, 07:12 AM

My Vitesse threw me into limp mode on a 2 lane, no shoulder highway and my car died in the right lane; like shut off died; DED. I was able to restart it and everything worked fine except a CEL. I went to a local autozone, bought a knife, and took it out ASAP.

This is not frequent apparently, but my understanding is that it was reading over 100% commanded throttle and the ecu poo'ed its pants and shut off. Look into RaceChip if you want more performance without voiding warranty. Throttle controllers are a waste unless you can get it for the low on here. You can buy an upgraded throttle body for probably less than a new one of these that'll actually do you some good and increase pedal response.

man0steel · 02-13-2019, 07:55 AM

I'm all good with the car the way it is with the throttle controller until my warranty expires in 3 years, then I will do some simple mods and a good tune. By then I would think most tune and mod bugs should be worked out and there should be good data for my decisions on what I want to do. Thanks for everyone's input

DarkFangz1100 · 02-14-2019, 01:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by whiskeyfed

My Vitesse threw me into limp mode on a 2 lane, no shoulder highway and my car died in the right lane; like shut off died; DED. I was able to restart it and everything worked fine except a CEL. I went to a local autozone, bought a knife, and took it out ASAP.

This is not frequent apparently, but my understanding is that it was reading over 100% commanded throttle and the ecu poo'ed its pants and shut off. Look into RaceChip if you want more performance without voiding warranty. Throttle controllers are a waste unless you can get it for the low on here. You can buy an upgraded throttle body for probably less than a new one of these that'll actually do you some good and increase pedal response.

Can vouch for the same issue....car did the same shit(almost killed by a semi) managed to make it to a gas station and i ripped that bitch out and sold it

RaceChip · 02-19-2019, 12:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by whiskeyfed

My Vitesse threw me into limp mode on a 2 lane, no shoulder highway and my car died in the right lane; like shut off died; DED. I was able to restart it and everything worked fine except a CEL. I went to a local autozone, bought a knife, and took it out ASAP.

This is not frequent apparently, but my understanding is that it was reading over 100% commanded throttle and the ecu poo'ed its pants and shut off. Look into RaceChip if you want more performance without voiding warranty. Throttle controllers are a waste unless you can get it for the low on here. You can buy an upgraded throttle body for probably less than a new one of these that'll actually do you some good and increase pedal response.

Thanks for recommending the RaceChip tune. However, RaceChip has a throttle controller, too. You have to experience the effect of a throttle controller yourself. Many people think it's snake oil (Why? Because there are some horrible products on the market & the effect is difficult to explain in general), but once they tested it, they love it (that's why RaceChip offers 30 days money back). I don't know why, but the Camaro has a huge throttle lag. Using a (high quality!) throttle controller will increase driving pleasure a lot.
Feel free to post your review in this thread: https://www.camaro6.com/forums/showthread.php?t=539498

irobles3680 · 02-22-2019, 08:37 PM

Just got the pedal commander only mode I really feel it was sport +. Feels pretty good basically gives you more open throttle faster so you don’t have to step on gas as much to get power. not worth $300 thoigh I bought for $150 on eBay I would say $100 is more like the price it should be though, no cel as of yet

jvillareal1978 · 03-08-2019, 01:14 PM

I have been seeing a lot on these throttle controllers. I am running a tune from VT would using a throttle controller make any difference, or is this built into tuners?

06-14-2017, 10:55 AM	#1
man0steel Drives: 2016 2LT vert 2.0 R/S A8 Join Date: Apr 2017 Location: oklahoma Posts: 106	Pedal Commander thoughts Pretty sure I will end up with a throttle controller in the near future, anyone try the Pedal Commander? I like the fact you can change the settings to your desired personal preference.

06-14-2017, 12:57 PM	#2
Evil-Bee-NH 603 Camaros Drives: 2017 NGM I4 1LT Coupe Join Date: May 2012 Location: Manchester, NH Posts: 6,779 View My Garage	I don't have the pedal commander just the VTC does the same thing you can adjust settings to your liking. You'll here a lot of flak and good stories about the units i'd urge you to make your own opinion on the product. Maybe use Amazon and PayPal as a method of purchase so you can return it easier if it's not to your liking. __________________ MY 2017 I4 CAMARO BUILD JOURNAL \| YOUTUBE \| INSTAGRAM \| 316RWHP - 385 RWTQ HPTUNERS DYNO TUNE \| 12.693s @ 105MPH 1/4 Mile

06-14-2017, 04:33 PM	#3
Nate... Drives: 2016 Camaro LTG Join Date: Jul 2016 Location: SE Michigan Posts: 316	I have a JMS PedalMax __________________ 2016 LTG Camaro in Hyper Blue with MRT V3 Catback and Brembo SS Brakes.

02-12-2019, 03:24 PM	#8
kropscamaro16 Drives: 2016 1ss camaro Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: 909 Posts: 9,813	i have one got it for free wouldnt pay for it but it was cool until i got a real tune __________________ 16 1SS NIGHTFALL GRAY METALLIC WITH NPP #BECAUSERACECAR #SAVETHEMANUALS

02-13-2019, 07:12 AM	#9
whiskeyfed Pat Drives: 2017 Camaro 1LT I4 Turbo A8 Join Date: Nov 2016 Location: Stratford, CT Posts: 827 View My Garage	My Vitesse threw me into limp mode on a 2 lane, no shoulder highway and my car died in the right lane; like shut off died; DED. I was able to restart it and everything worked fine except a CEL. I went to a local autozone, bought a knife, and took it out ASAP. This is not frequent apparently, but my understanding is that it was reading over 100% commanded throttle and the ecu poo'ed its pants and shut off. Look into RaceChip if you want more performance without voiding warranty. Throttle controllers are a waste unless you can get it for the low on here. You can buy an upgraded throttle body for probably less than a new one of these that'll actually do you some good and increase pedal response. __________________ Follow me on Instagram @whiskeyfed Subscribe on YouTube Whiskeyfed Camaro Follow my Build Thread The WhiskeyFed Camaro Current Modifications: JacFab Boost-O-Lator, Injen Evolution CAI, ZZP Catless Downpipe, RPM 3" Charge Pipe, Mishimoto Oil Filtration/Coolant Systems, R1 Concepts Brakes Package, Eibach Pro-Kit Lowering Springs, PTP Lava Exhaust Wrap & Turbo Blanket DYNO SHEET: 297whp / 374wtq Tuned by #danytechtuning

06-21-2017, 04:10 PM	#4
man0steel Drives: 2016 2LT vert 2.0 R/S A8 Join Date: Apr 2017 Location: oklahoma Posts: 106	I would love to get a tune but don't want the hassle with the dealer/warranty. Hard to believe that GM doesn't offer a better mapping of the throttle controller. I just want to be able to accelerate in a spirited manner without having to push the pedal all the way to the floor and waiting for the car to respond........ you know.........like every other car out there.

06-22-2017, 12:38 PM	#5
DarkFangz1100 Drives: 2016 Camaro SS Join Date: Nov 2016 Location: Tucson, Az Posts: 676 View My Garage	I recently got a tune on my car after using the Vitesse....I'd be willing to sell it if you wanted one for cheaper than a new one haha

02-12-2019, 02:38 PM	#7
man0steel Drives: 2016 2LT vert 2.0 R/S A8 Join Date: Apr 2017 Location: oklahoma Posts: 106	Brought this thread back to give my 2 cents on the Vitesse controller after using it since this thread started over a year ago. I like it, zero problems, No CEL's. I got used to it pretty quick and more or less forgot it was there and became comfortable with the response. All that being said, it did not change the throttle lag one single bit (knew that going in). What it did do is make me more comfortable with the throttle as a whole, made it feel like a quarter throttle felt like a quarter power and so on. I especially like the way it feels when performance shifting is engaged. Now that the car car is going in for the A8 flush (among other things) and the controller is removed, I miss having it and it will go back in the car as soon as I get it back. I hope this helps anyone thinking of purchasing a throttle controller whether you decide to buy or not.

02-13-2019, 07:55 AM	#10
man0steel Drives: 2016 2LT vert 2.0 R/S A8 Join Date: Apr 2017 Location: oklahoma Posts: 106	I'm all good with the car the way it is with the throttle controller until my warranty expires in 3 years, then I will do some simple mods and a good tune. By then I would think most tune and mod bugs should be worked out and there should be good data for my decisions on what I want to do. Thanks for everyone's input

02-22-2019, 08:37 PM	#13
irobles3680 Drives: 2017 2.0 Camaro LT Join Date: Aug 2018 Location: iL Posts: 63	Just got the pedal commander only mode I really feel it was sport +. Feels pretty good basically gives you more open throttle faster so you don’t have to step on gas as much to get power. not worth $300 thoigh I bought for $150 on eBay I would say $100 is more like the price it should be though, no cel as of yet Last edited by irobles3680; 02-23-2019 at 11:16 AM.

03-08-2019, 01:14 PM	#14
jvillareal1978 Drives: 2017 Camrao 2LT RS Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: Chandler, AZ Posts: 32	I have been seeing a lot on these throttle controllers. I am running a tune from VT would using a throttle controller make any difference, or is this built into tuners?

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