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Buy MIMA
|  | | | Full MIMA system with options (unfinished joysticks shown) |
The waiting list is no more.
All paid for systems have been shipped.
If you want to order a system and you have sent me the forms, just send payment and an e-mail describing what you would like for options.
I realize that all of the things happening in the world today, may have made the purchase of your MIMA system difficult, and I understand if you need to cancel or wait.
My timing for getting the systems ready could not have been worse.
Gas prices are sure to rise, and the MIMA equipped Insight is your best hedge against that inevitable future.
My wait list was over 70 systems which caused me to raise the investment in MIMA to 100 system. I need to sell at least 35 systems to recover my cost, without considering my labor. If that does not happen, I will have worked for two months for nothing, and will be sitting with a pile of MIMA systems without a home. No profit to fund the booster battery, e-wheel or any other work.
My pay pal account is 99mpginsight@charter.net
MIMA Status NOV 17 2008:
Mima is a plug and play install in both CVT and 5 speed Insights.
The base MIMA system will cost $1070
The three options are:
a second Joystick $30
TPS smoothing $25
FAS is only available for 5 speeds
FAS option $100
The joysticks will all be of the new leather covered type unless you want the bare board type.
TPS smoothing is the addition of a small resistor and capacitor to smooth the TPS signal to help keep the throttle signal stable even if your foot moves slightly.
This helps one stay in lean burn, and allows the MIMA joylock function to stay locked easier.This is something you could do later if you wanted to do it your self.This mod is based on this article by Julian Edgar.
Autospeed article
TPS smoothing and joystick details
The FAS board attaches to the ECM board, which needs etch cuts to enable the FAS function(Injectors).
If the FAS is ordered with the MIMA system, it will be prewired to the ECM plug in board, and be ready to run.
Because of the etch cuts,it will be best to order it with the system.
The FAS board will eventually be available separately, but I need to spend some time putting it in an easy to install format first.
The price of the FAS stand alone system will be in the 120-$150 range, and will not be available until all the back ordered MIMA systems are shipped.
Why two joysticks?
MIMA is both a performance enhancer like an electric turbo, and a MPG enhancer when used to add assist or regen with careful driving.
When running through the gears,with heavy acceleration,(performance) a shift lever mounted joystick allows easy application of assist for stronger than normal acceleration.
When cruising at speed, the 5th gear stick position means that your arm must be extended to operate MIMA.This has proven to be tiresome, and if ones hand spends a lot of time on the shifter, the syncros could be damaged.
The second joystick with the CVT insight may not be as useful, since shifting is not required.
A second joystick mounted on or near the e-brake allows MIMA operation with your arm comfortably at your side.
The box and supplied epoxy putty allow attachment to any surface in the car.
The second joystick is easy to add later, as a simple joystick calibration is all that is required for the switch from one to two.
The plug in harness can be purchased as a replacement for either of the two other style harness by people that have already bought systems in the past and want to upgrade to the plug in harness.
Price To be determined, contact me if interested.
a blog about the harness progress, and development of assembly fixtures and procedures is here:
Building the plug in harness
The plug in harness will be 100% tested here, so there should be no issues in the field except for any issues with the mechanical dis assembly and re-assembly.
The MIMA install video and some driving with PIMA videos are now on the 99MPG you tube channel:
99MPG YouTube channel
To get on the list, download the Two legal forms, print them, send them to me(address on the forms)
Waiver Of Liability
Transfer of ownership
Then send me an e-mail to let me know they are on the way, and to establish contact information.
Since there is no waiting list, the systems will be shipped shortly after payment has cleared.
Thanks to all of the MIMA users for taking a chance with such a deep modification, and I hope your MIMA grin continues.
Mike
Please refer to the MIMA system and Installation Instructions on this site to become familiar with all aspects of the system and to understand what is involved in the installation.
Feel free to give me a call @ (860)-935-5569 to discuss MIMA and the install.
If I am to continue with the level of support for MIMA, my research into how to cheaply add electric propulsion to standard vehicles,develop V-boost,and E+drive capabilities for the Insight and civic,
Payment in full before shipping.Pay pal,Bank check, or money order will expedite shipping.
If you send a personnel check, the check will have to clear before I ship.
Thanks again for your interest and patience.
Mike
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MIMA decals
|  | | | Dave's MIMA Decal on Randall's Insight |
Dave Wilson, a hybrid car fan, has a vinyl cutting machine, and has made some nice looking MIMA decals.
If you want one, contact Dave at:
Wrewin@aol.com
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