OK, looks like I am back to trying to find a vats module, junk yards, etc. The couple of places that showed them available on the internet didn't have any when I called this morning.

 

It would seem that is the best course to follow and probably the least expensive. Make sure that you get it from someone who understands what ignition key worked with it. Without the proper key, it will be a pain to figure it out.

 

Just so you know, I'm looking into another option for you which would be to replace the chip in the ECM. Some of my friends that race cars get the chip guys to turn off VATS for race cars where changing engines is commonplace. Unless you really want the VATS system (I can't imagine a single reason why) that would be the easiest way to solve this issue once and for all.

 

Check this out:

http://forums.corvetteforum.com/showthread.php?t=202488

I'm not sure you want to do the reprogramming yourself, so I'm still looking for a company you can buy a chip from or have yours reprogrammed. If anyone else can recommend a reliable service, please don't hesitate.

 

We found a "NEW genuine GM (General Motors) Factory Original Part" vats on e-bay. Only $75.00 and we were able to get it in the correct code, at least it is supposed to be the right one, I will see when it gets here.

I will definately read the information on reprogramming the ECM. I would rather keep the thieft deterrent, but if this one doesn't work, or breaks later, I don't want to have to go through all this again - UGH!!

Hope to have the new part sometime this week, and should know very soon after that if it works. Will update this and let you know, in the mean time if you find anything on the ECM reprogramming please post!!

Thanks again for all your help

 

Just got the new vats module in. Plugged it into the car and it starts!!! To verify that was the problem, I unplugged the new module and put the old one back in, no start for three tries. Plugged the new one back in and it starts first try.

Thanks for all the help, it is GREAT to have the car running again

 

Congratulations, I know that must have been a pain to deal with. I did find a chip company that custom burns C4 chips. Its name is MOTORVATION. They can turn off VATS at the ECM chip and eliminate the VATS module. It's not cheap $250-300, so you did the right thing.