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Mazda MX-5 Miata · Modifications

Standalone ECU and Tuning Basics

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Once you add forced induction or serious airflow, tuning stops being optional. On NA/NB the community standard is a standalone ECU (MegaSquirt, or plug-and-play units) so the car can properly manage fuel and timing under boost.

The factory ECU does a fine job with the factory setup. Change the airflow substantially, especially with boost, and you need control over fuel and spark it was never designed to give