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Switching auto to T56l, do I need to change my hypertech chip??

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Old Sep 3, 2001 | 02:00 AM
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Car: 1991 Camaro Z28
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Switching auto to T56l, do I need to change my hypertech chip??

Ok I completely didnt even realize this but Im gettin T56 swap done soon and I didn't even think about computer chips and I was browsing through a site with the chips and noticed theres different part #'s and listings for auto and manaual cars, do i need a new chip??

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Old Sep 3, 2001 | 11:05 PM
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Old Sep 3, 2001 | 11:54 PM
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Well, the automatic chips are different in that they lock up the trans in certain situations. I believe the manual computer also adjusts the idle for inbetween shifts. I did the T56 swap and used my same computer for a while. I got a SES light every once in a while, but it was definitely runable. As far as getting a new chip, I owuld just try out what you've got now and see how it works. Good luck! You'll love the T56!!!

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Old Sep 4, 2001 | 12:00 AM
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Ah great, as long as it should work with little sideeffects then I can live with it, 150-250$ can be spent elsewhere! thanks
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Old Sep 4, 2001 | 12:03 AM
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<font face="Verdana, Arial" size="2">Originally posted by SLAYER6669:
Ah great, as long as it should work with little sideeffects then I can live with it, 150-250$ can be spent elsewhere! thanks</font>
$150-250??? The chip is about $80 from GM. Or about $44 if you know anyone at a dealer.


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Old Sep 4, 2001 | 08:53 AM
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If you read the post it says hypertech chip, not the stock one.
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Old Sep 4, 2001 | 09:25 AM
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Coo. That's a $hitload for a chip, BTW.
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Old Sep 4, 2001 | 09:51 AM
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Car: 1991 Camaro Z28
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yeah, they are like 180$ on thunder racing, but i never bought mine it came with my car and i need it or i have to get a custom one because i have a 160* thermostat
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Old Sep 4, 2001 | 11:06 AM
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Keep your current chip. Its not like Hypertech or anyone else even offers a generic chip for a 350 TPI with a 6-speed.

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