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Old Jun 4, 2015 | 11:44 AM
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I have read most of the threads on how to convert my '03 Anniversary Edition's electronic shock setup to standard shocks. However I have not found anyone with the proper programmer who is willing to do the reprogramming. Can some one point me toward some one who can do it right? I live in the Deep East Texas area, about 100 miles north of Houston.
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Old Jun 4, 2015 | 06:13 PM
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Originally Posted by RichardBumpus
I have read most of the threads on how to convert my '03 Anniversary Edition's electronic shock setup to standard shocks. However I have not found anyone with the proper programmer who is willing to do the reprogramming. Can some one point me toward some one who can do it right? I live in the Deep East Texas area, about 100 miles north of Houston.
I had to drive about 80 miles south to find someone who would do it on my 03 Anniv.

None of the 3 Chevy dealers in my area would do it.

Good luck!
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Old Jun 4, 2015 | 06:17 PM
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Could always get the simulators.. I was just looking at this.
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Old Jun 4, 2015 | 06:28 PM
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Cant use simulators on 2003 cars with the F55 mag ride shocks. Your going to havwe to find someone with a tech2 programmer to remove that RPO code..maybe a local speed shop. Most dealers will not mess with it.
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Old Jun 4, 2015 | 07:20 PM
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Originally Posted by captain-morgan
Cant use simulators on 2003 cars with the F55 mag ride shocks. Your going to havwe to find someone with a tech2 programmer to remove that RPO code..maybe a local speed shop. Most dealers will not mess with it.
Good to know..
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I'm not sure, but don't know why this wouldn't work with the F55 also..

https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...n-my-98-a.html
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Are there any tuners in your area? That is where I took mine to have it disabled.
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I hav not found any local, other than Chevy dealer. He won't do it. The tuners I have found in Houston are not interested. I guess my last resort is to live with 80 mph limit and just get rid of them.
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Its probably a drive but ENGLAND GREEN Performance in Houston will be able to do it. MAKE SURE that you call them. I have NOT been able to contact them since the flooding happened.

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Its probably a drive but ENGLAND GREEN Performance in Houston will be able to do it. MAKE SURE that you call them. I have NOT been able to contact them since the flooding happened.

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Thanks for the information, Bill

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Thanks for the information, Bill

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I talked to Stephen yesterday and he is doing well and his shop was NOT damaged by the flooding! Just give him a call
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