Sprint Booster Power Converter

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Has any one tried this "Sprint Booster Power Converter "??
It is a module to reduce the accelleration response lag for smart car.

SmartMadness.com sells 3 verisons tailored to your particular driving style.
Verison 1 - normal daily driving
verison 2 - spirited driving
verison 3 - race

They are so sure that is works that they have a 30 day guarantee.
Usually there are no returns on electronic parts once they are installed.
They are located in southern calif.
I might stop in to check it out.
( sorry, tried to post a link, but this forum says no to newbies)

[John_H]

This and that are two threads already in place. What might interest you more - if you want this - is their latest addition here.

Aside from reading the forum regularly, I easily found this by doing a google search as follows:

site:smartcarofamerica.com sprint booster

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thanks john
Ive just seen the other threads on this subject.
Im particually interested in how many members have used this product and their evaluation of it.

The price and the name of the Sprint Booster seems to be a problem among some of the members. Not really concerned with either.

I would like to hear from those members who have purchased or returned it.

[SunDiego]

No ones returned it so far I believe. I got V.2 and love it.

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SunDiego
Thanks for your reply.
Sounds like no regrets.

[SmartMadness]

Thank you for your interest.

You are correct on the no returns on electronic parts. However, we made an exception for this item. So, here is how it works:

Order the item, we ship it out to you and once you get it install it on your car. Use it up to 30 days and if you are not completely satisfied simply take it off (2 minute process) and mail it back to us. As long as we get it back within 30 days we will refund your full purchase price (minus shipping). The part is nearly impossible to damage, so we are not worried.

The other option if you are close by is swing by. We will install it on your car and go out and take it for a drive. If you like it swing back by and pay for it. Use it for 30 days and make sure you like it. If not stop by and we will take it off and refund your money on the spot.

It is that simple. We are here to serve the community and want to make sure that everyone who deals with us gets great service and are satisfied with the products they receive from us.

Some folks on this board do not like this item and are free to voice their opinion. It is OK with us. However, those that have actually used it post regularly on this board and other boards about how much they love it. SunDiego is correct....Not a single person that has installed it and used it on his/her car has ever returned one.

I am sure that eventually someone will (simply do to the fact that they can use it for 30 days and then get their money back. If the times become financially tight for someone that bought one it is an easy $300+ they can get back to pay some bills.)

If you would like to stop by our shop please do. Please keep in mind that are shop this week is in a bit of a mess. We are installing new displays and shelving and have received huge shipments. So, there is stuff everywhere. By next week it should be a bit more organized. Regardless of that you are always welcome to swing by and chat.

Thanks!
Boris

[Smart_Dude]

On Saturday, I installed the version 2 (spirited) module. Subjectively speaking, I do perceive a faster response to accelerator pedal movement. Without the unit, the engine seems to hesitate a bit from a standing stop. With the module installed, the response is more positive… more immediate… more in coordination with the pedal. Shifting also seems a bit less hesitant since the accelerator response is now quicker. *However*, it certainly doesn't improve the time to shift.

Does the module turn my ’08 Smart Cabriolet into a flaming F1 machine? No. Did the module improve 0-60 times? Barely perceivable; if at all. Did the module make my brain 'sense' that the engine was in direct response to the accelerator pedal? Yes.

It is this latter point that some people want; others don't care about. Thus, the module is not for everyone as it really doesn't improve performance all that much. But for me, I enjoy more direct response from the accelerator pedal movement. Am I satisfied with the unit? Yes.

The only fault I have with the unit is that the module snaps correctly into the pedal assembly, latching the connector lock securely. But the cable assembly (that is installed with the Smart car) did not fit securely onto the module. The electrical connections make proper contact, but I could not get the cable connector lock to engage onto the module. Being a Mercedes guy and enjoying the precision of German motorcar engineering, I find this aspect a little disheartening. Would I return the module for this fault? No, but I do worry about what will happen driving down the road and the connector becomes loose. I would encourage Smart Madness to inquire through their supplier chain why it doesn’t lock correctly.

Cheers,
Jeff