Data Logger Worth it or Not?

Glenn Briglio · 06-18-2021, 09:26 AM

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Originally Posted by Dean Feiock

The Racepak Sportsman appears to be the entry level unit. Their website states that out of the box it will record:

Engine RPM
Drive Shaft RPM (Requires Driveshaft Collar Sold Separately)
Accelerometer G-Meter
Lateral G-Meter
Battery Voltage
12 volt event
Record Button

What information would you gain from these inputs? Wheel slip, acceleration rate, missed shift RPM?

What else would need to be added to that system when used on a carbureted stocker?

O2 sensor would help

Matt S · 06-19-2021, 08:01 PM

If you're going to buy Racepak, buy it from Greg Kelley at Motorsports Innovations.

If I could do it over, I would have went straight to the V300SD instead of the Sportsman. Don't get me wrong, I'm happy with the Sportsman, but by the time you add extra channels (and you probably will), the initial price difference between the two basically disappears.

The support you'll get from Greg is top notch. The support I've gotten from Holley isn't worth the time I spent waiting on the phone to get it.

FireSale · 06-21-2021, 08:52 PM

One thing I can add is that don't try to piece a data logging system system together on a budget as it just won't work well. Also keep in mind that you need a laptop (preferably with a second screen) and a secure place for a mobile data lab. An open trailer and a pickup truck won't really cut it.

06-19-2021, 08:01 PM	#2
Matt S Junior Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Posts: 98 Likes: 0 Liked 20 Times in 12 Posts	Re: Data Logger Worth it or Not? If you're going to buy Racepak, buy it from Greg Kelley at Motorsports Innovations. If I could do it over, I would have went straight to the V300SD instead of the Sportsman. Don't get me wrong, I'm happy with the Sportsman, but by the time you add extra channels (and you probably will), the initial price difference between the two basically disappears. The support you'll get from Greg is top notch. The support I've gotten from Holley isn't worth the time I spent waiting on the phone to get it.

06-21-2021, 08:52 PM	#3
FireSale VIP Member Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: Lakewood Washington Posts: 1,407 Likes: 29 Liked 237 Times in 126 Posts	Re: Data Logger Worth it or Not? One thing I can add is that don't try to piece a data logging system system together on a budget as it just won't work well. Also keep in mind that you need a laptop (preferably with a second screen) and a secure place for a mobile data lab. An open trailer and a pickup truck won't really cut it. __________________ Dale Shearon 68 Mustang 6394