MYTH BUSTED || THROTTLE CONTROLLERS || Are they worth it?
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- Опубликовано: 3 сен 2022
- We get bombarded in the comment section about how rubbish/fantastic throttle controllers are. SO, we did some research and after a few years of using them we decided to make a vide addressing this. Are they worth it?
Spoiler: We gained 1000hrsprs. 
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This video boils down to "trust me, I can feel it"
Fantastic video Bridget yes the throttle controller really helps in the soft sand and even out there passing someone on the highway. Looking forward to watching your next video Ladies
To all those who are against throttle controllers ,try one first ,if you own a ford ranger it's a must , mine is my daily driver 90% on tarmac, and when you go to put your foot down there is a lag ,this can be a pain when you want to overtake or speed up to get out of trouble, the controller don't give you any more horse power it just gets the revs up there faster and it does it faster than you just using your foot so how can you slag something off without trying one first
I had the sprint booster & it definitely worked
Isn't the right foot a throttle control?
No the throttle controller makes hell of a different, infact I had to turn mine down ,I now use mine on Auto mode, it drives like factory but when I put my foot down it makes a hell of a different, just remember it also works in reverse so go careful, I nearly crashed my truck into my house reversing onto my drive
@@crazycressy7986 geez where'd you get your licence.
@@davidl9687 ????
@@crazycressy7986 how do you almost crash reversing into a driveway.. at the end of the day the idrive doesn't add any extra Hp.. couldn't imagine you in a v8 car with actual power🥴😂
@@davidl9687 this clearly shows you have not got a clue ,in all other comments I stated it do not give you any more HP, It just gets your revs up there faster ,when you fit something different to a vehicle you have to get used to it because of muscle memory, at the start of my drive there is a rased curb this would take a little press on the throttle to bump over the curd ,tight to my drivers side is my neighbours house wall and I have to come in on an angle and also watch out for my wife's car and 2 wheelie bins plus I have full blacked out windows ,it's a bit of a job ,you get use to how much pressure you use on your foot ,now the day I put on the throttle controller I took it for a spin ,great as it gets you upto seed faster and using less throttle pressure, now when I return home I go to reverse my truck back to it spot ,not realising the throttle controller also works in reverse but because I was use to the amount of foot pressure to use getting over the curb and not crashing into everything but no the throttle controller gave me more revs, thus nearly taking out my wall ,now are you clear on why maybe you need to ask a civil question next time and stop being a Karen ,infact go and get a throttle controller and try it yourself it might even put a smile on your face
US watcher here. I have a Tacoma that is tuned so for everyday driving I leave my EVC X throttle controller (which I think is an Aussie product) on the factory setting but for wheeling it is a huge help in eco mode for slow crawling or in ultimate for a throttle boost for blasting through muddy bogs.
Great video 👍🏻
Thats a really good and realistic view and explanation of how a throttle controller works
Just ordered my one for the 79 series. You certainly sold me 🤙
Have had the iDrive for years in my petrol 4wd and it certainly makes it a better drive, no question about it. Until you use one you’d be surprised . Steve 🇦🇺
This video was helpful, thank you! Teza from Sydney Australia.
Good info and great presentation.
Thank you
Run both the Idrive and Hike IT on our vehicles, throttle controller works great on the X-Trail towing the camper trailer, offroad the Prado definitely benefits with the controller, much more precise control in different terrains and off the line performance is better than standard turbo diesel config
I’ve been using an iDrive on my 2017 Colorado for 4 years now. I tow every day, and also get up to the Vic High Country a few times a year. This car is a totally different car with the iDrive! Would not be without it. Set on U8 every day🤙🏼🤙🏼
1 up that, (but keep mine at U2/3 for daily drive, (just what a colorado needs)
Thanks for the video, I haven't fitted mine as when I went to test it for my channel, I ended up doing a steering rack end and a cv hahaha
Love my hike it! Will you do lockers one day Bridget?
Had a HikeIt in my 2017 MU-X. Made a huge difference and wouldn't live without it.
Have a 2022 Hilux now and honestly don't believe I need it. Heaps less turbo lag (once warmed up like any diesel).
It's horses for courses and every vehicle is different. They do make a difference and a for some vehicles, it's a huge difference.
Pre tune mine was great for helping with lag and post tune it's great for being off road I chuck it on economy 5 or 6 and it's so much smoother. Rarely use it on the road!!! They can be a pain in the ass in a manual vehicle
These Hiluxes have very little throttle lag, I've driven my parents' 2010 and they are quite responsive. Drive something newer like a new Dmax, they have heaps of initial lag compared to this model of Hilux.
My 2021 BT50 (basically a Dmax) is the same, so I got a HikeIt throttle controller to help get rid of the initial spongy feeling
I have a torqit pedal controller in my 120 series (auto) and I find it makes a big difference plus the Mechanics have worked on my car noticed difference.I’m looking at putting one in the gf amarok
Have an idrive in my 2014 px ranger. Made a massive difference in acceleration, got rid of the lag.
Hey thanks for the hat and shirt from the show and thanks for the free sticker😁
I’ve personally found they’re better in autos over manual because it makes it hard to smoothly shift gears. Low range isn’t as bad because you don’t need the accelerator so much when disengaging the clutch. While they definitely have their moments, i think to leave it in factory in most situations because I know how the car is going to react. More experience with the controller might help but I haven’t felt a need it. In an auto though, 100%
Good review of his to use a throttle controller in different conditions.
Wowsers. Quality over quantity.
Why call someone with a different opinion a troll? I mean in simple terms it changes the input you throttle receives and sends on to your engine to your liking - that is cool and for one or the other model that might be a huge improvement - on the other hand some might have variable settings from factory and one might be happy with that... I would call neither side of opinion a troll as it is a personal thing. It is similar to the old discussion Manual / Auto or Toyota /Nissan and so on - you need to find the "thing" that fits you and your driving style in my opinion...
Exactly, but these youtubers keep pushing on this throttle controller like it does some kind of magic. I wonder how much they getting paid by Ultimate people for pushing it.. just crazy.
Also drive a heavy old hilux. I love my throttle controller for the otherside of things. In the higher setting, having a more aggressive curve is the only way I can get the old girl moving on the blacktop. It really helps get those revs up from stationary.
Thinking of getting a front auto lokka put in.
Auto Lokkas are great!
Thanks I was wandering weather to get one or not ☺️👍
Shit…how did 4wds drive on dirt tracks and on sand before throttle controllers 😮 😂
PS: People having a different opinion are not necessarily internet trolls.
Now do a test with your 4x4 tuned for torque and try with the throttle controller off.
No matter what kit you've got, there are situations where you need some kinetic energy.
At the end of the day the most important "tech" is driver skillset.
Gear ratios help also, I have a NA 1HZ 105 series no lockers with a simple 2 inch lift and running AT tyres 1st low 4x4 with almost zero right foot works for me in most cases if not max trax or my winch will get me out of trouble without valve bouncing the crap out of my engine 🤙🏼
I think I may have spotted you in a car park at some falls the other day. Didn’t click at all at the time who it was. Sorry for staring, you just looked too familiar at the time and I couldn’t figure it out haha.
I have an Idrive on a Mn Triton and a Hyundai Venue and it works great in both vehicles. Both setting 2 which is just right for me.
They call it electronic throttle controller because it sends more electricity Through the Wire which pulls the valve open quicker and more consistently
Good video looks like freeman's waterhole 4wd track
was skeptical but very happy with mine (RG Colorado) try b4 you get a tune you might not need more grunt just different response
I reckon old 4wds are way better than new 4wds .. IV got a 1hz in my LandCruiser toopy 1985 goes anywhere in Australia...👍👍
I’m interested in a throttle controller what is it about it that reduces wear and tear on the vehicle?
Hey Bridget what year holiday is it love how it looks and love what it does I’m a big fan of the channel and you girls should get to Perth wa more often we’d love to see yas
I can see how this might be helpful on a laggy engine. It's not for me mainly because my truck has decent torque even off boost and it sppols early, also since it's a mechanical pump and not drive by wire on like a newer vehicle it gives me the throttle response and feel to get through what i need when i need it.
How else would you reduce power up ????????
I was a non believer. Just installed on my 2012 prado and has changed the car so much. Its great for $200.
I'm not convinced that it would be worth it for me, I have the same model Hilux as you, but with the 1GR engine and the auto box. So, there's no lag to contend with, a flat torque curve to keep it consistent, and fast response when I need it. The only situation I can see it helping is really rough terrain that throws me around in the seat.
Where did she get those interior handles ?
Would highly recommend made a huge difference to my 2005 hilux
Petrol?
learning throttle control with ya foot will usually help and it revd harder with the throttle control on.....
I get why 4wd channels try to show the advantage of fiddling with the throttle controller but really any comments from people who say they don't need one that's becaue they don't have one. They make almost any modern diesel far better to drive in all situations.. I've had 4 diesels 4 throttle controlers and they have all been far better to drive. Just get one you will love it!
Do you have front and back lockers
i got clickbaited
Misses would the sell Prado if l took the idrive off it, big difference 🤠
Background music too distracting, get it down a notch or two, and you don’t really need it when you are talking
Oh gee thanks for that I had no idea I wouldn’t be able to 4wd with out them, ‘facepalm”
Fly by wire, as in a solid wire from the pedal to the carby 😂
I'm a total fan of throttle controllers, but despite showing the graph, you still seem to talk like it is adding power. I loved mine for that feeling of better throttle response, because I rarely put the pedal to the metal, but economy mode helped in rough terrain so it didn't feel like I was surging forward every time I hit a bump and bouncing on the pedal. My wife had one in her car as the throttle felt very touchy, and economy mode helped smooth/dull the throttle response.
It will never add power, but it will adjust the pedal input to give you the power you have when you want it.
🤙👍
Yeah they make a difference, but so does learning to drive
It all comes down to the owner/driver driving experience and his/her understanding of how well his/her factory specs 4wd vehicle can perform in difference tracks/roads conditions. Good piece of technology but you cant rely on it at all times to solve easy fix 4wd vehicle issues......Baby you got to work it hard to be a better driver of your own vehicle in those tracks/road conditions...🙏
Is the black smoke on sand mode a custom setting 😳
bad tune prob
Good Try at Trying to Explain how they work, Thankfully you also said YOU DO NOT GAIN POWER. And Showed the Graph with the Curve..
Unless people own a Turbo Diesel vehicle and use a throttle response controller, They will NEVER UNDERSTAND IT.. 😁 😁 😁 😁
I have one in the 200 series cruiser mine has Sport - Sports + and off road.. 3 simple settings..
Hope the RUclips Engineer's don't Troll you too hard mate.. The video can't convey what you feel ( No Lag and extremely Sensitive pedal ) when using one, Good job girl.
I have a 3l turbo patrol stock no motor mods only 2inch lift and 33s no mods to help like lockers etc at all walks up a lot of tracks without using throttle. 200 as is as a v8 and very under power for what it is unless you tune it
@@willb8812 100% agree with you. I'm saving for a Tune BUT not too make Huge Gains my tune will be just getting AFR 's in a sweet spot and maybe a tiny Tweak. My big heavy girl is laggy but I'm not towing or doing anything with it so my controller is off.. I come back from ANDREW DRYNAN PARK today via Boonah / Rathdowney and noticed when going up a hill I really had to push the pedal to the floor gently and it remained in 6th ( got a torque converter lock up kit) NOW IF I had my controller on Sport in the same situation and pushed the pedal like I did today it would ( changed the Curve / Responsiveness) and it would have violently dropped back to 3rd and feed it because of the change of Curve.. Im not sure if they even work on older cars. I think it's a newer common rail Electronic gadget thingy 😁 😁 😁 😁
And personally believe that they're designed for Towing.. When you're cruising down the hwy and see and opportunity to pass someone, It's reflex response to go is remarkable without the Laggy time to build boost and then decide to go..
Enjoy Wheelin brother 😉😉
Really looked like u drove it the same car didn’t sound like it was going to stall , Reduction gears would be better
They are also a lot more expensive.
Mythbusters use science, not seat of the pants feeling. If you wore a labcoat and safety glasses it would seem more scientific.
Baited to comment, Atleast you mentioned you don’t get any increase. But come on Might as well have said, If you’re incapable of learning to modulate your throttle this product is for you
It's painful listening to people talk about throttle controllers and keep mentioning power. They literally do nothing for power and simply tell the ecu you're pushing your foot further down than you actually are. I have one and turned it off because not once have I ever thought that I needed one to make it up any tracks.
Should’ve just got a ranger 😊
Sister. What is this evil, marketing led sorcery you speak of? Perhaps the town (a youtube credible auto engineer) expert could put this to the test.
Every 4wd is different to drive and different size/weights and all new modern 4wds can have throttle control then older 4wds and most older 4wds more capable than newer 4wds
Hahahahaaaa older 4wds have less expensive parts to break lmao you hit something hard full noise bounce around slip bash get through it..
I look at it and I've broken a Front CV before I've even touched the pedal lmfao 😂 😂 😂 😂 😂.. It's the creature comforts of the later models still very capable, Mines got all the fruit twin locked set up for touring So I Ain't hitting GLASS HOUSE with ya anytime soon lmfao 😂 😂 😂 but we'll have a beer on top BIG RED in the Simpson 😉😉😉😉😁😁😁
Buy a td42 lol
Some 4wd can’t get a throttle controller my 02 patrol can not get a throttle controller
Only auto drivers are the one's in need of help to drive...... ha ha ha;))
Pretty certain she has a Manual
Tell me you know fuck all about anything, without telling me
@@FREASHIE then I agree with the first comment...right foot control...ha ha ha... I am old.. I find the gadgets amusing and unnecessary...;))) worst case scenario = shovels and winches..lol
They are cheap as shit why wouldn't they b worth it
Really hard to watch sorry. Just full of rambling and useless demonstrations. I do like my throttle controller and will put it only down to an improved / pleasurable driving experience, akin to getting some good seats.... No one is gettng up or through any obstacles they can't or couldn't get up before with a throttle controller, just like seat upgrade won't help you climb that rock step either. Sure the seats make you happy and you feel a little less fatigued / your back is thanking you when you step out at the end of the day. Let's just all agree it can be much nicer to drive with one and stop trying to convince people something that it doesn't do and the trolls will go away.
not at all imo . unless youve got strange gear ratios going on . 🛻🏞️😎🤙
Throttle controllers are great, everyone I know who has them loves them, my car has a throttle cable so I'm stuck without one🥹