performance chips. Do they really increase MPG?
I've seen these ads regarding performance chips. Herer's one that staes a MPG increase-
SLR Motorsports I'm curious if they really do increase MPG and if so, how hard are they to install? Thanks |
They do on the diesels, I dont have one on a gas engine to tell you about that. My guess is yes but you might need higher octane to do it.
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regor -
This is ... fascinating (say it like Spock). I never heard of a chip for a Saturn (everything is soldered to the ECU/PCM). ... wait a minute ... Google google google : SLR motorsports chip Quote:
CarloSW2 |
IF the chip increased (advanced) spark timing, and IF the fuel you used (or added water/ethanol injection) could handle it without pinging, then a different calibration could improve fuel efficiency. Some cars have knock sensors and will automatically add spark if you're using higher octane fuel (the EPA tests are all run with 98 RON gas -- very good premium).
Personally, unless I knew exactly what these chips did I'd stay away from them. Too great a chance they could damage the engine. |
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