92 conv. install a chip?
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92 conv. install a chip?
My first Vette. Just picked it up Friday. 2.59 gears. Not the performer I thought it should be. Chalk it up to long gears. But, do you all recommend a chip as my first HP upgrade? Much difference? Or would Aircleaner, exhaust, hotter ignition be a better start?
Also, I hear alot about water on the Opti-spark. When one crashes, is there an upgrade to prevent future problems with it? I REALLY want to detail under the hood of my car, but worried about the water thing....
Also, I hear alot about water on the Opti-spark. When one crashes, is there an upgrade to prevent future problems with it? I REALLY want to detail under the hood of my car, but worried about the water thing....
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Long tube headers are one of the most often recommended mods. After that, I'd go for the gear swap, and probably upgrade the rear from a D36 (came stock in auto-tranny vettes) to a D44 (stock in the manual's). Just remember, the drivetrain is a SYSTEM, and not just a collection of parts. The choice of gears is tied closely to the Camshaft lobes and the piston size. Other than the basics (headers, cat-back, Air-Cleaner) you can start some very involved projects by making what seems to be 'just a small change". Of course, there is nothing Corvette-Specific about that.
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Opinion, here is that chips don't do much on stock engines...
If you have modified your engine, then get a custom burned chip.
There are several forum members offering those services, just search this forum.
If you have modified your engine, then get a custom burned chip.
There are several forum members offering those services, just search this forum.
