stage1 vs boost controler

[ptgt1]

could somebody please explain the benifits of going with a stage1 vs pumping up the boost with a boost controler. Or is it the other way around?

[hoopdiewagon]

there are better tuned timing/fuel maps with the S1.

[hoopdiewagon]

there are better tuned timing/fuel maps with the S1.

EDIT: sorry, didnt realize that I didnt answer your question[B)]
just going with S1 will not only up your power, but do it safely with the correct fuel. Just blindly cranking up a boost controller is like throwing matches at a gasoline can...one day it will blow. Before turning up boost, you need to see a/f ratios and at least know what levels you are currently at. Turbos and fuel systems have limits and going past them can lead to some pretty bad stuff.

[Mr.Blonde]

if you dont have stage 1, and use a boost controller, you will have to deal with the engine going in Safe mode. ( from what i understand)

[PTGT_Boy]

It's better to use Stage 1 and a boost controller. Stage 1 has the benefit allowing you to crank to higher boost levels, the Stock ECM will throw a fit if you try to crank anything higher than 15psi.

Of course, visit the dyno to make sure your not running lean.

[2step]

What they said...
Also with S/1 you could plug & play without having to add on gauges to monitor everything. A boost gauge is an absolute minimum for a boost controler.