HPF Methanol On/Off Switch Now Available

[HPF Chris]

Many customers with our stage 2 or higher turbo kits have wanted the ability to turn methanol on/off with a switch rather than have their car automatically use it when it's needed. This allows a customer to drive full throttle without methanol being used and then flip a switch when they want more power. This conserves methanol and allows them to ensure they always have methanol in their tank.

We originally gave our customers a schematic that allowed them to wire in their own switch. This design turned the methanol pump off and told the EMS that methanol was not to be used. This wiring schematic did not turn off the methanol fogger however and ultimately when the customer would go to use methanol again it would sputter and the methanol line would need to be purged before a clean pull could be done. We also had several customers mis-wire something which resulted in HPF support to get their cars fixed.

After using and testing all the switches that customers put in their M3's and dealing with the wiring issues, we decided to create a switch that was entirely plug-n-play, durable, easy to see whether it was on or off and simple to install. One that was shielded, the right length, and had the switch labeled. This new switch also turns off the methanol fogger nozzle so no purging is required when the switch is turned back on.

Here's a link to the new part...

http://www.horsepowerfreaks.com/partdetails/HorsepowerFreaks/Fuel/Methanol_Activation_Switches/E46_M3/14818

Here are some pictures...

http://www.horsepowerfreaks.com/miscellaneous/m3turbokit/methanolswitch/Methanol_Activation_Switches_E46_M3_LRG.jpg

http://www.horsepowerfreaks.com/miscellaneous/m3turbokit/methanolswitch/SwitchTop.jpg

http://www.horsepowerfreaks.com/miscellaneous/m3turbokit/methanolswitch/SwitchSide.jpg

http://www.horsepowerfreaks.com/miscellaneous/m3turbokit/methanolswitch/MethanolConnector.jpg

http://www.horsepowerfreaks.com/miscellaneous/m3turbokit/methanolswitch/MethanolConnections.jpg

[steelgrey330ci]

Love it, great stuff

[05SCM3]

Chris,

While it would require an additional wired connection or two, you might want to consider offering a rocker switch that has a LED indicator. They allow the driver to determine the status of his methanol switch at a glance and in all lighting conditions.

[funkboy316]

just ordered one of these from Dave the other day. for the electrically stupid i loved the idea of the plug and play switch..lol

[KamPow3r]

Chris,

While it would require an additional wired connection or two, you might want to consider offering a rocker switch that has a LED indicator. They allow the driver to determine the status of his methanol switch at a glance and in all lighting conditions.

I agree, a swtich which can be see at night that also matches the lights in the car would look perfect!

[HPF Chris]

Chris,

While it would require an additional wired connection or two, you might want to consider offering a rocker switch that has a LED indicator. They allow the driver to determine the status of his methanol switch at a glance and in all lighting conditions.

That's a great idea however it would require a 6 pin connector for us to get the power to it for the LED as well as all the other wires. Customers will easily be able to tell which way is on or off with our setup and the label. :)

Chris.

[RACEMX-M3]

Ordered mine today.. wondering where is everyone planning to locate the switch? I will probably put mine out of sight.

[funkboy316]

Ordered mine today.. wondering where is everyone planning to locate the switch? I will probably put mine out of sight.

i was going to mount mine out of sight as well, i just wanted it for the commute to work and for valet/service purposes.

[leletyM3]

Nice!! I want this switch for sure when I ll have the money for the kit!

[05SCM3]

Out of sight, but within quick reach . . . .

[RACEMX-M3]

i was going to mount mine out of sight as well, i just wanted it for the commute to work and for valet/service purposes.

valet, lol. we need a switch that puts the car into limp mode for the valet. :rofl:

[MSpired]

i was going to mount mine out of sight as well, i just wanted it for the commute to work and for valet/service purposes.

:loco::slap:

[yellowssm]

Ordered mine today.. wondering where is everyone planning to locate the switch? I will probably put mine out of sight.

i was going to mount mine out of sight as well, i just wanted it for the commute to work and for valet/service purposes.

I dont have the actual HPF switch, but just one I made up and when I get my car back from HPF ill post some pics of where I put my switch. Its mounted in the ashtray so when the ashtray cover is down you dont see it for the stealthy look. I still need to do a little more work to get it to fit flush, but I think its the best solution.

Maybe Chris or someone at HPF can take a pic and post it here for the guys.

[bimmerbum46]

Very nice Chris! :)

[azjimi]

valet, lol. we need a switch that puts the car into limp mode for the valet. :rofl:

definitely:rofl:

[HPFMTRE]

:hi:
http://i9.photobucket.com/albums/a77/RobErT77712/DSC00310.jpg

[funkboy316]

i got my switch last night. Once i insall it this weekend i will snap some pics.

[HPFMTRE]

i got my switch last night. Once i insall it this weekend i will snap some pics.

you will love having it...its funny how every new person who gets in the car will always ask what the switch is for haha..just tell them its a lil surprise LOL :excited:

[HPF Chris]

Just to be clear..... The schematics we sent out for the DIY switch will require you to purge your methanol quite often. This is because those wiring specs didn't also deactivate the methanol fogger closing it when methanol is not in use. You will need to get this pre-wired switch from us that does everything if you want to have full control of methanol without having to purge it.

Take care,
Chris.