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how does the power chip effect gas mileage

Old Jan 11, 2002 | 10:56 AM
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how does the power chip effect gas mileage

does a power chip affect the gas mileage. if so what way? im thinking about getting one, what kind do you recommend and do i need anything else to go with it? when it comes to engines i dont know nuttin
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Old Jan 11, 2002 | 11:05 AM
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Consider this: for the price of a chip you can buy a cam. A cam ='s more power thhan a chip, pulleys, K&N, and an exhaust combined.

Consider this: Save cash for an exhaust, better sound, same power gain, better mileage crusing on the highway.

Consider this: save a little longer and NITROUS. Can't compete for power gains. It is only about 475.00


I have a chip. Regret getting it so early. Look into fastchip.com and it had no ill effect except when my foot mashes the pedal down
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Old Jan 11, 2002 | 11:11 AM
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i have just one problem... i dont know what a cam is?? and can you combine a cam and a chip and get more power together?
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Old Jan 12, 2002 | 12:04 AM
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http://www.howstuffworks.com/camshaft.htm
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Old Jan 12, 2002 | 01:13 PM
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gt rick thanks that helped alot!
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