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Subject: Computer Chip Changes?
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04/12/2008 11:42 AM  
Frequently I hear people talk about the improved gas mileage or increased horse power obtained by changing the computer chip on their engine.  I have never seen anything on the motorhome forums about this.  would this be because motorhomes don't/didn't come under the same regulations as passenger cars and therefor were not de-tuned at the factory to meet some regulation?

I have a 1993 Airstream Legacy with the 454 Chevy engine.  I average 8.2 MPG when I drive properly and I am not complaining.  But improving either performance or MPG would appeal to me.
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04/12/2008 11:46 AM  
I wonder if the older units have a "chip" to change.
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04/12/2008 12:46 PM  
Posted By COOPERHAWK on 04/12/2008 11:46 AM
I wonder if the older units have a "chip" to change.


Yep, If a computer is in the new'r rigs a new/original chip can be reprogramed for your specific needs/wants....

Jim
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