When asking for technical help at the very least let us know the version of firmware you are running.Cliff's Calibration (Mapping) Guide is a MUST READ: http://www.vemssupport.com/forum/index.php/topic,97.0.html
even with 8.5:1 compression it knocks? that is interesting.esp since you only run up to 1.5(250kpa) bar boost.have you checked that the ignition timing trigger is correct with a strobe light? It will make a big difference