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Kirk@VectorMotorsports
03-05-2009, 10:34 AM
I had the opportunity to meet with the guys over at Drew Technologies.

They make a nifty little device called the DashDaq http://dashdaq.com

This is a very high quaility unit similar in function to the DashHawk. The main difference are the graphics and ability to program.

This thing is pretty awesome. You can make the gauges look just like the actual gauges in your car. It also has input channels so you can run a wide band a/f meter or a 3 bar map sensor and have it display on the screen.

Another big feature is the ability to upgrade to a navigation system.

I have been driving around with one for about a month and I can tell you this thing is pretty cool.

I am looking into interest in this product. I can get a substantial discount with quantity.

I would sell a G8 version with most of the GM data upgrade included in the price. We could also have a contest to see who can make the best G8 background & gauge screen.

Thanks Guys.

Interested?
Devilish34
03-05-2009, 10:41 AM
Would this be similar to Edge products and their system that you can change power settings?
MANOFSTEEL69
03-05-2009, 10:44 AM
I might be in
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p71
03-05-2009, 10:52 AM
It is cool...

It is expensive.
Kirk@VectorMotorsports
03-05-2009, 11:08 AM
Would this be similar to Edge products and their system that you can change power settings?

Not at this point :)

Lets just say there is lots of room to upgrade.
Blackdevil77
03-05-2009, 11:25 AM
Looks cool as hell and I'd love one, but no way I can get that money for something like that any time soon.
MtbDoc
03-05-2009, 11:33 AM
What about your hand-held tuner?!?!?! AND some upgraded Maggie tunes to boot!!!
R.Penguin
03-05-2009, 11:41 AM
WANT!

Question 1 - My DashHawk is currently mounted on the left side of the cubby that used to have Atari guages. Is the connector plug to the back of the DHawk the same?

Question 2 - What is the overall length and width of the unit? All I could find was that the touch screen (cool) was 4" (probably diagonal). So, need outside dimensions por favor. :p

OK, scratch question 2. 4.6” x 2.75” x 1”
G8GXP4now
03-05-2009, 11:45 AM
It is cool...

It is expensive.


How expensive?

We talking 1 piece forged wheel expensive?
p71
03-05-2009, 12:14 PM
How expensive?

We talking 1 piece forged wheel expensive?

http://dashdaq.com/buy/buynow.htm
BigRob
03-05-2009, 12:20 PM
Its cool, i just wanna see your handheld tuner!! ?'s for the tuner... will it be reversible and undetectable like the cortex? and PRICE!! i am holding out on the cortex because i am very interested in this!!
Kirk@VectorMotorsports
03-05-2009, 12:36 PM
How expensive?

We talking 1 piece forged wheel expensive?

Depending how much actual interest we would be looking at about 20% off the prices listed on their website. I would include most of the GM enhanced upgrade included in that same price.
R.Penguin
03-05-2009, 12:43 PM
MSRP or Sale price?

Question 1 - My DashHawk is currently mounted on the left side of the cubby that used to have Atari guages. Is the connector plug to the back of the DHawk the same?
Kirk@VectorMotorsports
03-05-2009, 12:52 PM
MSRP or Sale price?

Question 1 - My DashHawk is currently mounted on the left side of the cubby that used to have Atari guages. Is the connector plug to the back of the DHawk the same?

20% off their sale price. Different plug on the back.
R.Penguin
03-05-2009, 01:59 PM
Kirk, I'd really love to buy that gem, but hard to justify with the DashHawk too. :(
GM_Fan
03-05-2009, 02:18 PM
Depending how much actual interest we would be looking at about 20% off the prices listed on their website. I would include most of the GM enhanced upgrade included in that same price.

Now that sounds interesting.
TY2185
03-05-2009, 02:27 PM
I'm interested especially if you use this device for your tunes:)

Wade
Blackrider
03-05-2009, 03:47 PM
Interested!
jbradG8GT
03-05-2009, 06:30 PM
It seems like a pretty cool product. The price really isn't bad for Navigation and DashHawk fuctionality, hell a new garmin Nuvi 880 will cost you that much. When I bought my Nuvi 660 2 years ago it cost me more. If I needed one I would buy it.
G8GT594
03-05-2009, 08:08 PM
So if you get the discount it's 440(assuming my math is correct) for the non-navi unit. Cool device, i can see why people would like it. But you can get the DH for half that price and basically have the same functionality as the DASHDAQ. Little to large for my taste...
MANOFSTEEL69
03-06-2009, 03:53 AM
Frack! That's awfully expensive....even though it looks cool!
99-LS1-SS
03-06-2009, 04:53 AM
Depending how much actual interest we would be looking at about 20% off the prices listed on their website. I would include most of the GM enhanced upgrade included in that same price.

Can you please expand on what GM enhanced upgrade is? With the 20% off I would strongly consider the Navigation version.
-Ray-
03-06-2009, 05:14 AM
It's too much for me. I need that cash for performance upgrades. I have a Dashhawk now.
wreckwriter
03-06-2009, 05:19 AM
It's too much for me. I need that cash for performance upgrades. I have a Dashhawk now.

+1
TY2185
03-06-2009, 06:09 AM
This company is 5 miles from where I work. If you need anything local LMK.
MANOFSTEEL69
03-20-2009, 11:31 AM
Any more word on this Kirk?
MtbDoc
03-24-2009, 04:48 PM
And another BUMP for info...especially in light of the dash kit coming out of Aussieland. If this happens AND it fits, I will be very happy.
TY2185
03-25-2009, 06:37 AM
And another BUMP for info...especially in light of the dash kit coming out of Aussieland. If this happens AND it fits, I will be very happy.
+1 If this fits this would be great!
Steve@Vectormotorsports
03-25-2009, 06:47 AM
And another BUMP for info...especially in light of the dash kit coming out of Aussieland. If this happens AND it fits, I will be very happy.

we will be carrying the DashDaq but it will not be a loader it will be another version of the dashhawk, at least for now.
r33pwrd
03-25-2009, 06:48 AM
we will be carrying the DashDaq but it will not be a loader it will be another version of the dashhawk, at least for now.

could they be upgraded down the road? how much are they gonna be? No GPS?? :(
Steve@Vectormotorsports
03-25-2009, 06:59 AM
could they be upgraded down the road? how much are they gonna be? No GPS?? :(

yes there is a GPS option. pricing is still TBA.
edfiero
03-25-2009, 08:22 AM
I'm another guy looking for more info on what the GM enhanced is and also for more info on the Data Logging capabilities. The website says "Pick from over 2000 different parameters " However most Scan tools that are 500 bucks or less, only will show a few hundred at best, and many are more in the range of 40 to 50 parameters being monitored with the G8. I'd like to see a list of what can be monitored for the G8 and verify that you can save out the data to a spreadsheet for analysis.
95_9C1
03-28-2009, 11:19 AM
I was considering a DashHawk from VMS, should I wait until this product offer solidifies?

Would this DashDaq be able to perform a Crankshaft Position Variation Learn?

I really like DasDaq's multi-function and creative screen abilities. Those things go a long way in justifying the price.
edfiero
03-29-2009, 03:45 PM
:Bump. Anyone know how many parameters can really be monitored on the G8 with the DashDaq?
95_9C1
03-31-2009, 09:11 PM
:bump2:....
95_9C1
04-10-2009, 08:16 PM
I am looking into interest in this product.

Is this not going to happen?

FWIW, I'm in...if it can do a CASE relearn like the DashHawk...
TY2185
04-15-2009, 09:52 AM
Is VMS not interested in making this available at a GP price?
Mlozano
04-15-2009, 01:31 PM
Looks good, definietly intrested, price would be deal breaker.
dllb
04-15-2009, 02:55 PM
Dashdaq is only a 4 inch screen, not the 4.3 like most GPS units that fit in the center console gps upgrade.

I have a GPS that runs wince5, and bluetooth that I'm going to try and get to work with one of the bluedooth OBD II transceivers.

Should be interesting..
95_9C1
04-16-2009, 09:38 AM
Dashdaq is only a 4 inch screen, not the 4.3 like most GPS units that fit in the center console gps upgrade.

0.3" doesn't seem like a problem:

DashDaq = 4.6” x 2.75” x 1”

Garmin Nuvi 660 = 4.9" x 2.9" x 0.9"

Dash upgrade fits up to = 4.94" x 2.9" x 0.94"
TY2185
04-18-2009, 05:43 AM
has Vector abandoned this product?

seems like Vector has abandoned this product...

Vector has abandoned this product.

one of the above

LOL I sent an email directly to VMS on there website to reply to this thread.
Kirk@VectorMotorsports
04-20-2009, 10:21 AM
LOL I sent an email directly to VMS on there website to reply to this thread.

Thanks for the email. We just do not have time to check all of these threads. I figured if someone has questions they would call or email direct.

OK. Pricing is based on quanity. How many are actually interested?
TY2185
04-20-2009, 10:56 AM
I'll take one with all the options including the Innovate LM-1 WBo2 input support.
I don't need the GPS.

Thanks,
Mlozano
04-20-2009, 01:15 PM
I'll take one too depending on price, no GPS
MtbDoc
04-20-2009, 03:29 PM
I am REALLY interested w/ the GPS, assuming that it will be workable w/ the interior gps mount/swap kit that some of us have ordered out of Australia. This looks to be JUST the ticket. And I'm sure it can be adapted IF it won't be too hard to get the necessary wiring to it.