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Post by Celtic Curse on Aug 17, 2004 23:31:16 GMT -5
Well after researching all this Turbo stuff I've decided to go custom supercharger. Like the idea that they are simply bolt on, and can get it done locally. I'm going for a bigger one than the factory type. I'm going to start pricing it out and working it into my mod budget so it's done by spring..and then watch out.
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Post by DJDoubleLP on Aug 18, 2004 0:30:40 GMT -5
That is going to cost some mucho $$$$ Ivan. Just have to make sure that the internals can handle the added boost. I believe that the TRD S/C only puts out about 12 to 14psi.
Why would you want to go higher and risk killing the engine?
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Post by celica girl on Aug 18, 2004 8:18:45 GMT -5
Hmmm the words custom supercharger sound scary to me.... If you really want to go FI go talk to Reg at RCTS he KNOWS toyota engines like the back of his hand... and I would trust his opinion on modding your vibe. Don't settle for any less. He is certified to work on Toyota engines and every year he goes to away for a month to work on Toyota's F1 cars.
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Post by celica girl on Aug 18, 2004 8:35:39 GMT -5
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Post by DJDoubleLP on Aug 18, 2004 9:02:41 GMT -5
Sounds like this guy knows his stuff Ivan......I would definetely go talk to him about wanting to get a custom S/C.
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Post by celica girl on Aug 18, 2004 9:14:52 GMT -5
If anything I'd ask Reg for a custom turbo.
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Post by DJDoubleLP on Aug 18, 2004 9:30:43 GMT -5
Plus the sound of a turbo blow-off valve is cool.  |
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Post by vibechick on Aug 18, 2004 10:22:13 GMT -5
It's WAY cool. I know a few of us have seen that blue SRT-4 that's in our neck of the woods...he was at the recycling bins the other day when I was. Love that sound when he drove past me to leave ;D
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Post by Celtic Curse on Aug 18, 2004 12:21:07 GMT -5
The VIbes are designed for SC's The TRD and GM ones only put out 8psi of boost, Besides the Power curve on the SC's comes on right away right through to redline, no waiting to spool up. Besides if I wantthe cool sound from the BOV I can stick my head out the window and do it. ANother factor is there is more room at the front of the engine bay than at the back. Anyways this Reg guy sounds really good I'll check it out next time I'm in that area or fire off an e-mail to see what he can do with the 1ZZ. Keep ya posted.
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Post by swirv on Aug 18, 2004 16:46:42 GMT -5
I remember these guys from RCTS -- there was also a write-up in Car & Driver on a IS300 which competed in the One Lap. From what I remember, C&D was giving this company high praise for the work they did on this Lexus.
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Post by AKLGT on Aug 24, 2004 16:19:25 GMT -5
The VIbes are designed for SC's The TRD and GM ones only put out 8psi of boost, Besides the Power curve on the SC's comes on right away right through to redline, no waiting to spool up. Besides if I wantthe cool sound from the BOV I can stick my head out the window and do it. ANother factor is there is more room at the front of the engine bay than at the back. Anyways this Reg guy sounds really good I'll check it out next time I'm in that area or fire off an e-mail to see what he can do with the 1ZZ. Keep ya posted. ya, having the instant power all thru the curve is a definite plus. the turbo is sweet, but if given the choice, i'd have to go w/ a s/c just because i think they're a bit more safe on the engine. good luck cc! |
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Post by Celtic Curse on Sept 9, 2004 13:02:15 GMT -5
YA an S/c is probably the way I'm going to go, now to figure out funding....anyone need a kidney?
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Post by vibechick on Sept 9, 2004 14:49:15 GMT -5
It's almost time to order my turbo kit...woo hoo!!  |
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Post by Celtic Curse on Sept 9, 2004 17:02:30 GMT -5
I can't believe your actually going to get it ???have you figured out who's doing it?
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Post by vibechick on Sept 9, 2004 17:42:24 GMT -5
An assortment of friends and family ;D
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