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Unichip vs. Hypertech : 35" 4.10 6spd

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Old Oct 7, 2008 | 07:41 AM
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Default Unichip vs. Hypertech : 35" 4.10 6spd

Which would be better for a 4dr with 35" tires 4.10 gears and a 6 speed?

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Old Oct 7, 2008 | 08:34 AM
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in my less than profesional analysis:

hypertech: less HP/gain more functionality, less cost, +MPG gain
adjustable: tire size, cooling temp, gear ratio, tuning (stock, reg, prem)

Unichip: more HP/gain no aditional functionality, more cost, -drop in MPG
adjustable: NA
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Old Oct 7, 2008 | 08:36 AM
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Originally Posted by Dwikto
in my less than profesional analysis:

hypertech: less HP/gain more functionality, less cost, +MPG gain
adjustable: tire size, cooling temp, gear ratio, tuning (stock, reg, prem)

Unichip: more HP/gain no aditional functionality, more cost, -drop in MPG
adjustable: NA
yup....like Dwitko said I'm super happy with mine
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Old Oct 7, 2008 | 04:36 PM
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The results are what I expected
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Old Oct 7, 2008 | 05:06 PM
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Originally Posted by simon
The results are what I expected
Same here. I didn't go into the purchase with the expectation of big gains and consequently I was pleased. The primary reason for my purchase was the speedometer/gear ratio calibration. However, I was pleased by the improvement in throttle response.
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Old Oct 8, 2008 | 04:34 AM
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Unless one plans on staying with stock tire sizes and/or gears, Hypertech all the way.
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Old Oct 9, 2008 | 12:43 PM
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From what I have read about the tuning, and my own personal tuning experience, I think you would by far be better off saving the $400 and putting it towards a gear swap. The difference would be MUCH more noticeable in the performance department. You aren't gonna feel a 10HP change on 35's, even if it was a true RWHP measurement which it isn't.
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Old Oct 20, 2008 | 07:18 AM
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Originally Posted by Westbayou
From what I have read about the tuning, and my own personal tuning experience, I think you would by far be better off saving the $400 and putting it towards a gear swap. The difference would be MUCH more noticeable in the performance department. You aren't gonna feel a 10HP change on 35's, even if it was a true RWHP measurement which it isn't.
True. Gears will give you a bigger bang, but you'll still need to adjust the computer for the new gear ratio. I ordered the Hypertech and will probably get gears down the road.
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Old Oct 20, 2008 | 08:08 AM
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X3 gears = big bang for buck espically 5.13's, RubyDoo launches off the line at lights.
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