Originally Posted by Cal_Cobra
As an engineer I'm more interested in what exactly makes it tick. I used to build a lot of home brew computer projects, electronic synthesizer projects, etc., so I enjoy the builder/tinkering hobby aspect of electronics. It might well be possible to improve upon the design (manual or otherwise programmed adjustments would be a welcome addition in my book, perhaps you don't want 2/3 throttle equal to WOT, or?).
Food for thought.
Are there any ECU reprograms to "enhance" the drive by wire experience ?
Good questions and thought line. The best products are usually invented by one and a "tinkerer" takes it to the next level and hopefully does so with the approval of the inventor. I have had my ECU remapped and at least the place that did mine could not correct the lag and I have not heard of any that can. I work in the heavy truck business and we have used drive by wire for some time so I understand what all is done by the computer with the information from the TPS, it isn't just throttle control.
Now having said that if we could add an old style throttle linkage and move the TPS from the foot pedal to the engine then the computer and I would both be happy!