Originally posted by ed325its:
I am afraid the rule needs to be at either end of the spectrum (a) stock only or ( unrestricted. I am against the latter simply because of the cost.
I have offered this before. Write the as such:
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The stock ECU must be used (including board, housing, and connector). Up to two chips may be desoldered for the purposes of programming, and may be socketed (regular or ZIF sockets). Any replacement chips must have the same number of pins as stock. The ECU must be able to be read by any commercially available scan tool using the stock ECU configuration and ID.
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This allows reprogramming, without making the rule overly cumbersome to read and enforce. Hook up any scan tool, set the stock ID for that car, and check. If it don't respond, it's out. If there's a reason to look further (as in it's identified in the protest), pull the unit and check (probably a $50-75 bond).

What can you guys find wrong with this one? (that's an honest question- I really would like to know for my own improvement).

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Matt Green
"Ain't nothin' improved about Improved Touring..."