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Old 03-18-2011, 12:54 AM
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Default New to computer performance. PLEASE HELP

I am fairly new to the hot rod scene. Not too sure as to what i should do performance wise, and what precuations I should take when doing so.

My first questions is- Is it required to reprogram my computer, or put a chip in, if I do a cold air intake, 75 mm throttle body, 4.10s, shorty headers, x pipe, flowmasters, etc.

I am just going to do some minor bolt ons to open a little power up.I would just really like to make it a little quicker without robbing it of being a good daily driver.
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Old 03-18-2011, 06:49 AM
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the 5.0 section is for tech only, not what mods should I do...gen disc is for that, thank you
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Old 03-18-2011, 10:45 AM
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the car will not require a re-tune, but you will need to recalibrate the speedometer
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Old 03-19-2011, 11:37 PM
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Originally Posted by mjr46
the 5.0 section is for tech only, not what mods should I do...gen disc is for that, thank you
I ask if I need a chip to do those mods and that isn't a tech question? I believe that would be a question to avoid having a problem. Not trying to be a jerk, but I am not asking what mods I should do, but what precautions I should take when making the mods I listed.
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Old 03-20-2011, 01:22 AM
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no, its not a tech question. its a general advise question. You technically ARE asking if yo should tune the car, which is a mod. But as I posted, those small bolt on changes, wont affect you.

A tech question would be... What is the proper method for finding the center of gravity, and center of gravity height in my car.

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What are the proper clearances for the intake and exhaust valve when checking PtV.
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