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Old Oct 6, 2006 | 05:39 PM
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For an 01' Z06 I decided the cheapest way for power is the LG Pro LT headers. I'm new to vettes and still trying to be a sponge for info. If I get the headers and a calloway honker, in order for the full HP potential do I need a chip to recal the ECU? If so what is the best one and can I trust a chevy tech to do this? Thanks
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Old Oct 6, 2006 | 06:01 PM
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I don't believe there are any chips on the market for LS1's
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Old Oct 7, 2006 | 01:35 AM
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The PCM on LS1s can be re-flashed with custom tunes...i.e. no chip required. Now the hard part: do it yourself or take it to a tuner shop.

Hint: I haven't heard of 'ANY' GM dealerships providing custom tunes...so don't go looking there.
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Old Oct 8, 2006 | 05:53 PM
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As a matter of fact, I hear the dealer is good for clearing a custom tune and returning it to stock.
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Old Oct 11, 2006 | 04:05 AM
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Originally Posted by muncie21
The PCM on LS1s can be re-flashed with custom tunes...i.e. no chip required. Now the hard part: do it yourself or take it to a tuner shop.

Hint: I haven't heard of 'ANY' GM dealerships providing custom tunes...so don't go looking there.
Take the PCM out and send it to this company for a custom tune then reinsall it.
http://www.wait4meperformance.com/
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