EFI computer mount

[Kyle.malone]

I am about to start hooking up my RJM harness and am stuck on where to mount my computer. I am not wanting to take out my dash as it is a pain in the A$$, but will if I have to. Where did you mount your ECM and please post pics..

 

[itsabronco]

Hey Kyle.m , I dont have pics yet but I mounted mine on the passenger side kick panel. I used a broken auxillary gas tank strap, bent it to fit computer, and a few self tappers and its done. I split a rubber hose to give the edges some cushion where the strap holds it. I will go get some pics for you in a bit.

 

[bigmuddy]

I did the same essentially. I wouldn't stick it to deep in the dash as you may need to take it out for troubleshooting? On top of the heater box with enough padding and it will stay put and still be able to be removed. DO NOT insulate it however as it needs to stay cool.

 

[CJ who???]

Next time you're at the J.Y., check out some other Ford trucks etc. for eec computer mounting brackets. I found a couple of different style brackets that I pulled and will use one of those when I mount it....

 

[Greg_B]

Mine sits on top ot the heater box. I made a custom sheetmetal glove box that allows access to the ECU through the glove box door. I can also pull it out from underneath but have never had to in over 9 years.

Greg

 

[Skiddy]

mine is up under the dash to the left where the clutch would go

 

[SC74]

I mounted mine on the firewall where the tunnel comes up. Here is a pic from my build thread. I have an angle on one side and an arm that pivots to let me get it in and out.

 

[Kyle.malone]

I mounted mine on the firewall where the tunnel comes up. Here is a pic from my build thread. I have an angle on one side and an arm that pivots to let me get it in and out.

Did you build your mount or is it out of a donor vehicle?

 

[SC74]

Did you build your mount or is it out of a donor vehicle?

Angle iron riveted to the firewall and a piece of bent flat stock for the swing arm riveted to under the cowl.

 

[NYLES]

cover pic...

 

[NYLES]

Did you build your mount or is it out of a donor vehicle?

Mounted mine like this see SC74 pic then moved it down to the firewall second go round

 

[gtnorga]

Kolibar Kustoms had an interesting install...similar to modern cars in the firewall. looks to be in the driver fresh air vent well.
see this link on the red bronco engine bay.
http://www.facebook.com/pages/KOLIB...77066467252.309821.65685897251&type=1&theater

 

[Scoop]

Since mine is a trail rig I didn't care about it being hidden from view. I was more concerned about it staying dry and getting cool air. Also I didn't want to lose any of my glove box space. Actually got this location idea from ransil.

 

[DirtDonk]

I think Steve83 mounted one there in the firewall too. Used a truck mount if I remember.

Paul

 

[AZ69EB]

I mounted mine behind the e-brake on driver's side. I made a small box holder out of 16 ga and used the door strap mounting location to hold it. I used some bedliner in a can to finish it off.

Thanks Kurt for the idea.

 

[itsabronco]

here are the pics of mine. I havent finished detailing around the computer yet . when you install the RJM, its designed to have the computer located on the passenger side. I just put CJ Whos?? harness in this weekend and finished up on the alternator wiring. I dont know if he mounted his computer yet but it along with the inertia switch will be located on the pass. side. you can see the inertia switch to the left of the computer...

This location works out nice because i have several extra computers, one with a superchip on it, and I can unhook and hook up a computer with ease for testing or what ever, I snag computers when ever I find a good one in the Junk Yards !!

Its just about the coolest place it can be and it dont look bad. No engine heat what so ever, No one even knows where it is until i point it out.

 

[ransil]

I mounted mine for easy access, that is a rough in my wire do not look like that.
this is the passengers side kick panel below/behind the glove box

 

[ilovemaui]

It sure doesn't look like the plug for the computer will fit through that little hole template provided with the RJM harness.

 

[itsabronco]

It sure doesn't look like the plug for the computer will fit through that little hole template provided with the RJM harness.

It goes !! you gotta hold your tongue just right !!