Originally posted by JETNBYA:
Chris,
I had the same problems. The Vortech chip comes from Superchips. I have been back to Vortech two times and will be going once more. I have been told, but have not proven it, that you can run without it. But, I do not want to risk blowing my baby up. I am not experiencing any of the failures that others have had. So far so good! I have about 7000 miles on mine.
Jim
Jim, I have also heard from Simon L., that he was also sent a SUperchip. Not sure why they decided to go with this other brand. There are 4 cut wires sticking out of both of the modules. That's really odd. However, I will wait for the Superchip.
Theoretically, with 8 psig of boost, we should be okay without a chip but I too, will not take the chance of running high rpms without it. I didn't have a chance to install a boost gauge of A/F gauge either so more reasons to be careful.
About the sticky lifter, it's tap, tap, tapping away. I will be taking it to the dealer today to check the A/C and to see if they will cover the lifter under warranty too. The A/C has leaked before and being off the road since the second week of July, it is most probable that the dealer never did find the original cause of the A/C leak, and it probably leaked again.
On that note, I get to drive the SVT to the dealer today, sticky lifter and all. At least I get to drive it.
It's been a few weeks.
