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High Performance Engine Computer Chips

Austin Davis, March 17, 2012October 3, 2014

Hello this is Donald and I was wondering if you have happened to see these so called performance chips sold on ebay for like around nine dollars and then seven or so for shipping do you think they are ok to use or are they junk and will ruin a guys car.

Thanks Donald

 

Hello Donald,

I stay clear of things like that. I know some DO work like they claim, but everything comes with a price…what does the rest of your engine think about working twice a hard to crank out that extra horsepower and what long term effect will it have??

In my opinion, it is not worth it unless you are a competitive racer or have lots of free time and money on hand. I also doubt seriously it would give you an additional 60 horsepower….maybe 6 or 16…but for 60, I kinda doubt it.

Blessings,

Austin Davis

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