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Offline jaspersolstice

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New to the Solstice and have Q's...
« on: April 14, 2013, 10:31:00 PM »
So, I'm new around here and to the solstice and have been doing lot's of research here and other forums.  I'm the new owner of an '08 GXP with only 34k miles on her, 1 owner prior to me.  Unfortunately, I bought this from a dealership, the original owner had traded it in. 

So, I am looking at getting the basic trifecta tune after much research, but here's where my question comes in.  So, I've read that stock(which I assumed it was), would run up to around 19 psi of boost and up to 23 - 27 with the new tune.  Problem is, today I drove it and watched the boost build on several WOT runs.  I hit 23 psi on a few of those runs...so my question is, is my car already tuned with a custom tune??  I don't want to pay for a tune if it already is, but I'd like to have the select a tune option as well.  Any input is welcome!!

Thanks,
Jason
« Last Edit: April 15, 2013, 09:17:20 PM by jaspersolstice »
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Offline U4EA

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Re: New to teh Solstice and have Q's...
« Reply #1 on: April 14, 2013, 10:51:22 PM »
May have GMPP upgrade, check the sensor on the intercooler tube drivers side for one or two screws.
1 screw upgrade, 2 screws stock.
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Re: New to teh Solstice and have Q's...
« Reply #2 on: April 14, 2013, 11:07:49 PM »
Good call, just ran down to the garage and checked.  1 screw, so I'm guessing GMPP???  If so, Trifecta may be a nice upgrade.
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Re: New to teh Solstice and have Q's...
« Reply #3 on: April 14, 2013, 11:14:23 PM »
Your Dealer can confirm the GMPP upgrade as it becomes part of the permanent record of the car with GM.
Yes the Trifecta tune is a nice upgrade.
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2007 Mysterious GXP Hard Loaded (all factory options avail. in 2007)
Trifecta Tune, GMPP Tune, GMPP CAI, Gm splash guards, Magnaflow 3" catback, DDM Race Backbone, "A" pillar gauge pod, Kapparoo pouch, Lil' Chromies, Gorgeous mirror, JPM center console & center grab handle, Windrestrictor V2 etched & lighted, Carolina Custom Upholstery door pockets, Kappakrap T2 decals, Custom front license plate relocation, Latin Venom Cooler, Fitted luggage, MBRP intercooler pipes, heat shield.

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Re: New to teh Solstice and have Q's...
« Reply #4 on: April 14, 2013, 11:25:59 PM »
I'll have to check it out with the dealer, thanks for your help and quick response.
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Re: New to teh Solstice and have Q's...
« Reply #5 on: April 14, 2013, 11:46:20 PM »
Welcome to the forum :)
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Re: New to teh Solstice and have Q's...
« Reply #6 on: April 15, 2013, 12:34:07 AM »
Jaspersolstice

Lots of things to do if you like.

Where are you located?

What color is your car?  Any photos?
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Re: New to teh Solstice and have Q's...
« Reply #7 on: April 15, 2013, 12:59:21 AM »
Quote from: Gentleman Jack on April 15, 2013, 12:34:07 AM
Jaspersolstice

Lots of things to do if you like.

Where are you located?

What color is your car?  Any photos?

Well given that his location says Atlanta GA I am going to have to guess he's in San Diego CA either that or Winnipeg Manitoba.
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Re: New to teh Solstice and have Q's...
« Reply #8 on: April 15, 2013, 10:58:38 AM »
Quote from: Sol Asylum on April 15, 2013, 12:59:21 AM
Well given that his location says Atlanta GA I am going to have to guess he's in San Diego CA either that or Winnipeg Manitoba.

That's just his witness protection program location.  He can't say where he really is. ;)

Welcome jaspersolstice!  Enjoy your ride!
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Re: New to teh Solstice and have Q's...
« Reply #9 on: April 15, 2013, 11:05:26 AM »
Quote from: ihawk95 on April 15, 2013, 10:58:38 AM
That's just his witness protection program location.  He can't say where he really is. ;)

Welcome jaspersolstice!  Enjoy your ride!

That's why I guessed his location, duh.
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Re: New to teh Solstice and have Q's...
« Reply #10 on: April 15, 2013, 12:00:36 PM »
Quote from: Sol Asylum on April 15, 2013, 12:59:21 AM
Well given that his location says Atlanta GA I am going to have to guess he's in San Diego CA either that or Winnipeg Manitoba.

I'm betting on Miami, FL or Miami, OH.
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Re: New to teh Solstice and have Q's...
« Reply #11 on: April 15, 2013, 03:37:59 PM »
Oh man I wish I would have guessed those places.
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Re: New to the Solstice and have Q's...
« Reply #12 on: April 16, 2013, 01:51:31 AM »
I'm sorry for my stupid questions JasperSolstice. I will be sure to check the full site next time rather than depending on my mobile device.

I forget why I asked

HPTuners?
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Re: New to the Solstice and have Q's...
« Reply #13 on: April 16, 2013, 11:16:56 PM »
To answer a few questions, I live outside of Atlanta, in the middle of the sticks, but everyone knows about where Atlanta is...She's a dark gray and dirty right now due to the dang pollen being everywhere.  I'll get some pics posted up ASAP.  Thanks for the welcome and the help identifying what I have.  Love the car and the top has been dropped a good bit lately!
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Re: New to the Solstice and have Q's...
« Reply #14 on: April 17, 2013, 09:45:04 AM »
Don't bother with pics, we've seen pollen.


... oh, maybe that's not what you meant ... :huh:
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