+Received vehicle July 17, 2002
+Neptune (Dark Blue) Pontiac Vibe GT
+1.8 Liter Inline Four, dual overhead cams
+Six Speed Manual
+Currently: Approximately 215 HP
+Unichip-GP Series
+Denso Iridium Spark Plugs
+K&N Short Ram Intake
+Borla Exhaust System
+ACT Street Disk and Xtreme Pressure Plate
+18 in Mille Wheels on 225/40 Dunlop 9000 tires
+Eibach Springs
+Sylvania Silverstar Headlamp Bulbs
+Blue Reverse bulbs
+35% tint
+Navigation System
+Short Chrome Antenna
+Chrome Shift Knob
After the initial install (Plug N Play) the power was adequate, and I was fairly happy. After about four days, when the ECU learned the Unichip, Lord Have Mercy. The low end torque is thunderous, and revs are quick. I routinely find myself missing my marks, and over reving (sometimes 8100 RPM's). When Unichip says 15 to 20 percent power increase, they are not lying. The new power is remarkable, and this is one of the best mods i've purchased thus far.
The Denso Iridium plugs really got the job done. It does it duty in the lower revs, and accelleration is smoother and quicker than the NGK iridiums. In addition, the quick revs makes reaching the 6300 boost seems like child's play.
Due to the deep dark woods of the Carolinas, these Sylvania Silverstars really lights up the reflections in the deers eyes.
The K&N box filter keeps the air flowing and cleaner. Now my gas mileage is a little better, considering high gasoline prices and the little mod you see at the top of this image. It's just a little device that richens the air-fuel mixture. When I purchased it I thought it would not work, but it does what was advertised.
Here is the little mod again. My K&N Short Ram should be in soon so that I can hook this little baby up to it. I am sure that it will spike the HP by 3 to 5 horses.
Here is the power block without its cover, and it is ready to receive the DENSO.
The old NGK's
The K&N Short Ram.
Don't go into the light Caroline.
Feeling Blue when in reverse.
Reflections of the VVTL-i.
BEFORE
Nice little pose to the left.
Nice little pose to the right. Due to NC Law, my tint can not fall less than 35%, shucks!!
A little on the backside.
Bird's Eye.
Let's peek inside.
Open up, I'm going in. By the way check out the little blue and chrome hammer, it grips nicely.
I believe its time to add some gogo juice.
This is one option I am glad I purchased (NAV), it makes my job a little easier. And the tunes are not bad either.
