2.0L Performance Tech 260hp (235hp auto) Turbocharged SS tuner version. 260 lb-ft of torque

Opinions on GM Stage 1 kit for auto SS

Old Feb 20, 2009 | 10:12 PM
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Opinions on GM Stage 1 kit for auto SS

Does it make a noticible difference in power for the auto SS?

I bought my gf a SS tonight and she was asking about getting the stage 1 kit this summer.
Old Feb 20, 2009 | 10:21 PM
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I don't have it (yet) but hear good things. 235HP to 290HP I would hope so
Old Feb 20, 2009 | 11:02 PM
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Yeah, that's equivalent to putting the supercharger on the base Vibe like I did, it was QUITE a noticeable difference!
Old Feb 20, 2009 | 11:16 PM
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HUGE difference. DO IT! It makes a good car great. Be ready for the traction control to kick in often :)
Old Feb 20, 2009 | 11:32 PM
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has gm resolved the install issues so all the dealers do not fk it up when they do it?

i guess we will go for it this summer.

Thanks for the info so far.
Old Feb 21, 2009 | 09:30 AM
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I'm still throwing out feelers to see if any nearby dealerships have done this one yet. Don't really want to be the test subject if i can avoid it.

Was hoping to have it done during my vacation time in a few months
Old Feb 21, 2009 | 09:58 AM
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Where in Indiana are you. I've had it done and then I got tired of the dealer not knowing what they were doing and I found a dealer in Indy that had done several. They fixed my install in an hour.
Old Feb 21, 2009 | 10:21 AM
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I would say if you are a power freak this is a MUST. First one I drove almost sent me into a panic attack when I hit 80mph in dallas traffic.
Old Feb 21, 2009 | 11:01 AM
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Thanks for the info, i am sure the gf will like it.

I hope to get that and the rear anti-sway bar in the spring for it.

It is a reallly nice looking car, I like it.
Old Feb 22, 2009 | 06:17 AM
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BTY the stock HHR SS Auto is rated at 250 HP. It is limited to 235 HP in 1st and 2nd gears only.

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