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As the superchips 91 octane most certainly uses the stock timing the 100 octane should not make any measurable difference. In fact, most of the time it will show a slight decrease in performace because of the higher combustion temps required to burn 100 octane. If you modified your timing table to reflect the use of 100 octane it will show decent gains (10-15 whp) but on stock timing it is just placebo effect.
I only have 3000 miles on my car.. is it really necessary to replace the plugs or coils this soon? I deleted the code and it hasn't happened again, should I call the dealership and have them check it out?
Also I had to put some 93 octane fuel in because I was about to die and it was either that or 89. Do you think that could have caused the misfire?
Also I had to put some 93 octane fuel in because I was about to die and it was either that or 89. Do you think that could have caused the misfire?
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From: Naples
Below 91 octane = fail. Did not know this prior to posting my response to your cel. Drew is right...low octane can cause knock, misfires, bad mileage, and not to mention dirty as **** injectors/fuel system. Thats the probable cause to your misfire, if you cleared it out and it hasnt happened again youre good. Try to recreate the exact same situation and see if happens again, if not, then I would not worry. You have to remember with newer cars, means more detailed analysis of your cars performance, say 15 years ago, you more than likely wouldnt have even thrown a code for misfire.
I always give it time to warm up before driving off... even when it's 100 degrees outside and even hotter inside the car.
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From: Dunbar WV
I've been emailing superchips (since I ordered it and all) to find out about the 93 octane update and here's what they said....
Hello Austin, unfortunately, because many parts of the country do not
offer 93 octane, I have been told that they do not currently and will
not in the near future be producing such a program. Thanks again and regards, Barry.
Hopefully he' wrong but he does work there so I don't know.
Hello Austin, unfortunately, because many parts of the country do not
offer 93 octane, I have been told that they do not currently and will
not in the near future be producing such a program. Thanks again and regards, Barry.
Hopefully he' wrong but he does work there so I don't know.
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Ron at flashpaq.com forums said there is no plans for 93 octane either. Bummer.
I do want to see the baseline and tuned figures for the HHR SS manual
Ron @ superchips on flashpaq forum said, no talk of 93 octane
I do want to see the baseline and tuned figures for the HHR SS manual
Ron @ superchips on flashpaq forum said, no talk of 93 octane
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From: South Carolina yeehaww
That sucks!!! I wonder if they are going to do any more updates for the Cobalt. I don't think they realize how many people would go with a SCT if there was more than one tune available. Maybe they don't understand that while GM is dick'n off with their Stage tune that they could capitalize on some disgruntled folks wanting more power! OFFER MORE OPTIONS!!!!
I've been emailing superchips (since I ordered it and all) to find out about the 93 octane update and here's what they said....
Hello Austin, unfortunately, because many parts of the country do not
offer 93 octane, I have been told that they do not currently and will
not in the near future be producing such a program. Thanks again and regards, Barry.
Hopefully he' wrong but he does work there so I don't know.
Hello Austin, unfortunately, because many parts of the country do not
offer 93 octane, I have been told that they do not currently and will
not in the near future be producing such a program. Thanks again and regards, Barry.
Hopefully he' wrong but he does work there so I don't know.
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im seriously thinking about buying this.....Where is the cheapest place to buy this....maybe a rep can get a vendors account and do a group purchase or something, plus we will be able to contact them when we have problems
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From: Dunbar WV
^^^has them in stock and Domestic you just missed the sale they had, $25 off, not a whole lot, but every penny helps. If you order from them make sure you call and order and you can try getting a little bit off. If you're military they'll give you 5%.
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From: NJ
So what did the rant say?
What about tunes made for CAI's and exhaust mods?
I really don't understand them saying it wouldn't make a difference when there is a 93 octane tune available for G8 GXP that adds 15/15?
What about tunes made for CAI's and exhaust mods?
I really don't understand them saying it wouldn't make a difference when there is a 93 octane tune available for G8 GXP that adds 15/15?
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From: Milton WA
Scary post by staff over on Superchips Forum. I'm not a member yet over there so I couldn't respond but when asked why the HHR tune produced more power than the Cobalt, he gave this response I hope the whole staff knows what engine they are working on
This is a quote from Ron at Superchips posted yesterday why the HHR tune has better numbers than the Cobalt tune
This is a quote from Ron at Superchips posted yesterday why the HHR tune has better numbers than the Cobalt tune
HHR stock=220hp and 230 ftlbs of torque at the wheels
Cobalt stock=205hp and 199.4ftlbs of torque
Cobalt stock=205hp and 199.4ftlbs of torque
does anyone know if there is a superchip programer for the na ss
i was told by a few companys around my area they only offer one for the sc/tc
is that correct
if not can someone who has one give me the model # so i can get mine coming..thanks
i was told by a few companys around my area they only offer one for the sc/tc
is that correct
if not can someone who has one give me the model # so i can get mine coming..thanks
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From: Raleigh, NC
Scary post by staff over on Superchips Forum. I'm not a member yet over there so I couldn't respond but when asked why the HHR tune produced more power than the Cobalt, he gave this response I hope the whole staff knows what engine they are working on
This is a quote from Ron at Superchips posted yesterday why the HHR tune has better numbers than the Cobalt tune
This is a quote from Ron at Superchips posted yesterday why the HHR tune has better numbers than the Cobalt tune
