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axis · 09-10-2010, 12:44 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SSLarry

About the GM TSB listed very early in this thread..the last line reads that the factory was informed 9/2009 that 93 octane would be added at the factory from then on.

Can one conclude then that if your car was made after 9/2009, you may not need a fuse pull unless the dealer topped it up with cheap gas?

It's not the factory that's having the problem. Your car isn't shipped with a full tank of gas. It's the dealer filling your car up with the cheapest stuff they can find. No matter how many TSB's you send out, many dealers won't pay to put premium in your car.

f5journal · 10-14-2010, 01:24 PM

It worked for me, but I think it has gone back now...some gas marked 93 must not be is my point

Caspers2SSRS · 10-14-2010, 01:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mibadd

When doing the fuse pull did any one here a clicking sound/ noise which last for about a few seconds or so then stopped that was coming from the box or in around that area ?
And if so is that a normal thing when pulling some fuses?

Thanks.

Be very leary of the crackling noises.................Its the Ford Guy's listening in on a hidden microphone.......................

jk ..............I couldn't resist. I heard no such sounds when pulling mine.

aldaron327 · 10-15-2010, 08:38 PM

I had all but forgotten about the fuse pull but decided last night to do it. I pulled them out at 7pm and then put them back in this morning at 6AM. I noticed better throttle response and it pulled a little harder than normal the couple of times I got on it today (gotta love merging onto I-70 at 5pm!

). My gas mileage increased by .2mpg on the way to work and then on the way home I reset the calculator and averaged 24.7mpg doing 78mph with the A/C blowing full blast. Then I decided to try out competition mode on the last leg of my drive. I'm happy to report that I chirped in 2nd from a 40mph roll (no clutch, just matting the throttle) and then chirped 2nd, 3rd, and 4th without winding it out all the way or revving between shifts (shifting at 4000rpm). My only performance mod is a CAI inc. cold air induction.

I'd say it works because I've not been able to do that before and my mileage was never this good either. Just my experience. YMMV.

-Tim

TXCammy · 10-17-2010, 02:22 PM

OK, got a question....I have the Diablo Predator tune on my car (along w/ Borla cat back exhaust and K&N CAI). Would a fuse pull benefit me or does the tune take care of it? I have noticed some of the things you guys are saying is happening w/ y'alls cars is also happening w/ mine. Any info is greatly appreciated.

Hemlawk · 10-17-2010, 02:46 PM

I wonder if this Fuse Pull issue will encourage aftermarket production of new ECU's. Assuming the ECU can be replaced. But if the Fuse Pull is the fix, I guess there is no reason to replace the whole damn thing...

TURBOJ · 10-17-2010, 08:48 PM

So what if 93 octane isn't available in my area? 92 should be ok? Is the computer only looking for 90+ octane?

HeavyD · 10-20-2010, 03:14 PM

I just pull the fuses every once and a while. You can't hurt anything. Plus, the car is hard to steal with them out.

NickJRE · 10-21-2010, 12:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TURBOJ

So what if 93 octane isn't available in my area? 92 should be ok? Is the computer only looking for 90+ octane?

92 is fine

. It's looking for premium fuel (91+)

Riderover40 · 10-21-2010, 12:20 PM

Is it safe to put 91 and 94 Octane back and forth ????

Williamsc · 10-17-2014, 11:57 AM

Is this only for the SS? And when u say replace u have to use new fuses? Or just put the same ones back in.

f5journal · 10-17-2014, 12:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Williamsc

Is this only for the SS? And when u say replace u have to use new fuses? Or just put the same ones back in.

Everything you need to know is here:

http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=38964

NotchedSS · 10-17-2014, 08:06 PM

Fuse Pull Every few weeks. Definately a wake up.

2Intense · 02-10-2016, 03:04 PM

Does this only work for cars with the auto transmission or will it work on the 6 speed manuals too?

10-15-2010, 08:38 PM	#172
aldaron327 Onward and Upward. Drives: '13 Equinox LTZ AWD,'09 Silverado Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Abilene, KS Posts: 398	I had all but forgotten about the fuse pull but decided last night to do it. I pulled them out at 7pm and then put them back in this morning at 6AM. I noticed better throttle response and it pulled a little harder than normal the couple of times I got on it today (gotta love merging onto I-70 at 5pm! ). My gas mileage increased by .2mpg on the way to work and then on the way home I reset the calculator and averaged 24.7mpg doing 78mph with the A/C blowing full blast. Then I decided to try out competition mode on the last leg of my drive. I'm happy to report that I chirped in 2nd from a 40mph roll (no clutch, just matting the throttle) and then chirped 2nd, 3rd, and 4th without winding it out all the way or revving between shifts (shifting at 4000rpm). My only performance mod is a CAI inc. cold air induction. I'd say it works because I've not been able to do that before and my mileage was never this good either. Just my experience. YMMV. -Tim __________________ 2010 Summit White 2SS/RS LS3 MODS: CAI by CAI, Flowmaster American Thunder Cat-Back, DBA 5000 Slotted/Cross-drilled rotors (Front), Hawk HPS Pads, Russell Braided Brake Lines, DBA 4000 Slotted/Cross-drilled rotors (Rear), Barton Short-Throw Shifter, UM Comp Extractor Hood & Gen I Spoiler, custom paint

10-17-2010, 02:46 PM	#174
Hemlawk AwesomeBillDawesonville Drives: CGM 2SS/RS =) Join Date: May 2009 Location: Jersey Shore Posts: 2,067	I wonder if this Fuse Pull issue will encourage aftermarket production of new ECU's. Assuming the ECU can be replaced. But if the Fuse Pull is the fix, I guess there is no reason to replace the whole damn thing... __________________ Order placed on 1/13/11 - Purchased 2/22/11 2SS/RS CGM

10-21-2010, 12:20 PM	#178
Riderover40 Drives: 2010 ABM Camaro 2SS LS3 w/RS Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: London, Ontario Posts: 648 View My Garage	Is it safe to put 91 and 94 Octane back and forth ???? __________________ Roto Fab CAI, Magnacharger MP2300, Kooks HO SS 1-7/8" LT's, Kook's Catted Connectors, Corsa SS Dual Rear Exit Cat-Back for A6 with Lasered Livernois Signature 4" Dual Wall Exit Pipes, Barton Short Throw. 546 RWHP 517 RWT This Car Rocks !! "Bring It On" GT-500

10-17-2014, 08:06 PM	#181
NotchedSS Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS/RS IOM L99 Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Hampton, VA Posts: 88	Fuse Pull Every few weeks. Definately a wake up. __________________ -RotoFab CAI -Kooks LTH -Ported TB -SLP Loudmouth I Muffler Delete -V8 Only Range Device -Technostalgia Advanced Taillights -Elite Engineering Catch Can -Anvil Notch Spoiler

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