iDRIVE throttle controller

[jtcruz]

Heard about this product in another thread and did not want to hijack the thread but I have been reading about this product and how it increases the responsiveness of the throttle. Everything I am reading sounds positive. I think it may be just what I want/need to quicken the pedal responsiveness thus improving the driving of my manual tranny. Don't get me wrong, I like the MT but as most of you know, you have to feather the pedal when taking off sometimes. The standard setting is just a tad sluggish.

I did a search on this but did not get anything back.

Do any of you have experience with this brand, or other throttle controllers?

I have this and love it. It does make the throttle response way better. With the settings you can also go the other way to reduce the response when you need more control. I have not really used it in the eco mode to track mpg, but that is not why I bought it. This unit really makes it feel like a whole new jeep. i joke with the wife and say I can take her Supra off the line!!!!!

Quick and easy install.

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[be77solo]

That is great news and I am so glad that it is making a big difference!! I don't get a red cent from anyone buying anything, but it is very gratifying to know that you took the plunge and can feel and appreciate what it adds.
I really think that based on how Jeep sets up it's standard throttle response, that the impact of a throttle controller is perhaps more in a Jeep than other makes.
Now, if we could just get the rest of the Jeep users to make the same move you did, we will someday conquer the world!!! Ha, ha.

Seriously, glad you like it.

Yep, still loving it after further driving over several days and conditions. So much better than stock. All of my fears of using one of these on a Jeep manual transmission were proven wrong!

I had one of these on my last Tundra (automatic only option), and it made a nice improvement, but I agree with you, it's an even bigger improvement on the Jeep.... they just have such a lazy throttle to start with. Can only imagine how much it helps the Auto's ha.

 

[Montana_Wildcat]

So, my question is...can this be used at the same time as a Tazer Mini, or does it use the same port? I would love the improved throttle response, but also want to keep the Auto Start/Stop off. Thanks!

 

[ShadowsPapa]

So, my question is...can this be used at the same time as a Tazer Mini, or does it use the same port? I would love the improved throttle response, but also want to keep the Auto Start/Stop off. Thanks!

It connects at the throttle pedal. Not even close so you can use both. You unplug the throttle pedal at the top of the pedal, put their connector there, then plug the factory connector back in place IF I recall CORRECTLY.

So in short - no interference - you can have both. It doesn't use the OBDII port.

 

[ShadowsPapa]

I have an automatic. It's pretty good at getting me into tight traffic when trying to merge, etc. - but sometimes I need to nail it and the think acts like the accelerator pump is bad (on a carbureted engine, folks - I know it ain't got one)
It :"bogs" a bit.
The other day I was wanting to make a left turn. There was no left turn arrow - you just had to watch for an opening and turn. It was a slight hill. Looked clear, and as I started through a joker going 90 miles an hour pops over the hill and I knew I had to FLOOR IT to get through. I did floor it- and I thought the thing died as it didn't respond at all, then SLOWLY took off. It was scary. I've found when you HAVE to punch it fast at a slow speed, it goes BLAH then slowly takes off. On the highway at speeds over 30 or 40 I punch it and it goes.

I've wondered if this might make the JT more responsive like my cars. If I punch one of them I leave long rubber tracks on the road. Even the little 4.0 jumps more quickly from a stop.
I'm not looking for HP - I'm looking for response. If I want MPG, I'll drive more conservatively so it doesn't even have to meet gas saving criteria - I can do that myself.

 

[KHam]

I have the HikeIT one. It works decently well and has an automatic mode that adapts to how you drive. If you're easy going then it lowers the ramp. If you're constantly giving it quite a bit of throttle then it ramps up to meet your driving style. I like being able to add a little more response over stock for street driving, and lowering the response from stock when rock crawling. Prevents some of that low-range neck snapping and gives you a little more predictability and smoothness.

 

[ShadowsPapa]

I like being able to add a little more response over stock for street driving, and lowering the response from stock when rock crawling. Prevents some of that low-range neck snapping and gives you a little more predictability and smoothness.

For sure that makes total sense..

 

[mellendic]

I have an automatic. It's pretty good at getting me into tight traffic when trying to merge, etc. - but sometimes I need to nail it and the think acts like the accelerator pump is bad (on a carbureted engine, folks - I know it ain't got one)
It :"bogs" a bit.
The other day I was wanting to make a left turn. There was no left turn arrow - you just had to watch for an opening and turn. It was a slight hill. Looked clear, and as I started through a joker going 90 miles an hour pops over the hill and I knew I had to FLOOR IT to get through. I did floor it- and I thought the thing died as it didn't respond at all, then SLOWLY took off. It was scary. I've found when you HAVE to punch it fast at a slow speed, it goes BLAH then slowly takes off. On the highway at speeds over 30 or 40 I punch it and it goes.

I've wondered if this might make the JT more responsive like my cars. If I punch one of them I leave long rubber tracks on the road. Even the little 4.0 jumps more quickly from a stop.
I'm not looking for HP - I'm looking for response. If I want MPG, I'll drive more conservatively so it doesn't even have to meet gas saving criteria - I can do that myself.

I have one as well, and I have been noticing that same issue. There are articles about the voltage it pulls at max throttle, that can make the entire system unresponsive, and even stall, I have had that happen as well. I took it out this weekend when it happened on the highway while merging and the entire Jeep went into Limp mode. I may put it back, but not until I am sure it isn't drawing too much. The Banks version apparently takes power from the fuse box or OBD11 connection and doesn't have this issue...

 

[ShadowsPapa]

I have one as well, and I have been noticing that same issue. There are articles about the voltage it pulls at max throttle, that can make the entire system unresponsive, and even stall, I have had that happen as well. I took it out this weekend when it happened on the highway while merging and the entire Jeep went into Limp mode. I may put it back, but not until I am sure it isn't drawing too much. The Banks version apparently takes power from the fuse box or OBD11 connection and doesn't have this issue...

My issue was with the stock system. I about freaked when the truck, totally stock as far as engine, etc. bogged down like you shut the thing off for .005 seconds. It behaved like a 1980s car with a bad accelerator pump.

I'm assuming that's just how these things are to control traction and stability and such - but it's sure a nasty back thing when you find you have to mash it, and you say MUSH really loud - and it takes a nap instead.
So I was wondering if the idrive or whatever would make it jump up and run when I crack the whip. It reminded me of one of my cats when I tell it to "get off the table" - it sits and looks at me like huh?

 

[mellendic]

My issue was with the stock system. I about freaked when the truck, totally stock as far as engine, etc. bogged down like you shut the thing off for .005 seconds. It behaved like a 1980s car with a bad accelerator pump.

I'm assuming that's just how these things are to control traction and stability and such - but it's sure a nasty back thing when you find you have to mash it, and you say MUSH really loud - and it takes a nap instead.
So I was wondering if the idrive or whatever would make it jump up and run when I crack the whip. It reminded me of one of my cats when I tell it to "get off the table" - it sits and looks at me like huh?

it is more responsive, usually. I had one of these on my M3 and it was awesome, in the JT it can grab a bit more rubber, but isn't an SC or turbo...

 

[FloridaJT6MT]

My issue was with the stock system. I about freaked when the truck, totally stock as far as engine, etc. bogged down like you shut the thing off for .005 seconds. It behaved like a 1980s car with a bad accelerator pump.

I'm assuming that's just how these things are to control traction and stability and such - but it's sure a nasty back thing when you find you have to mash it, and you say MUSH really loud - and it takes a nap instead.
So I was wondering if the idrive or whatever would make it jump up and run when I crack the whip. It reminded me of one of my cats when I tell it to "get off the table" - it sits and looks at me like huh?

Mine is immediately responsive, but I have the 6MT, so I can’t really compare to the AT.

 

[ShadowsPapa]

it is more responsive, usually. I had one of these on my M3 and it was awesome, in the JT it can grab a bit more rubber, but isn't an SC or turbo...

HAHA - if I want to hear the sound of dollars being left on the pavement in the form of tire tread, I'll drive my car. I just want this to respond when I yell MUSH instead of looking back to see if I was serious or not.
When you are moving, already going, it's not bad, in fact sometimes downright snappy and responsive, but trying to get out of the way from a stop.......
These tires aren't cheap, so I'd prefer not to leave pieces of them laying around LOL

I've heard several times they are the cat's meow on the manual JT (boy, that one will age me)

 

[Montana_Wildcat]

It connects at the throttle pedal. Not even close so you can use both. You unplug the throttle pedal at the top of the pedal, put their connector there, then plug the factory connector back in place IF I recall CORRECTLY.

So in short - no interference - you can have both. It doesn't use the OBDII port.

Awesome! Thanks!

 

[be77solo]

Awesome! Thanks!

Yep, I can confirm. I'm using both the Pedal Commander (same hookup as idrive) with the Tazer Mini. Totally different ports, all work happy together.

Highly recommend both mods!

 

[Sorbs]

So, my question is...can this be used at the same time as a Tazer Mini, or does it use the same port? I would love the improved throttle response, but also want to keep the Auto Start/Stop off. Thanks!

Yes, the two do not interact.

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