Hood scoops-Factory Option?
10-19-2004, 10:48 PM
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Hood scoops-Factory Option?
Did Toyota ever offer the hood scoop as an option for the NA engines, was it only for the s/c engines, or what? I mean installed at the factory/dealer, not a parts counter thing. I always figured the scoop meant a s/c, but apparantly that's not the case since there's quite a few peeps on here with the scoop and no s/c.
10-19-2004, 11:24 PM
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Originally Posted by alltrac165
Did Toyota ever offer the hood scoop as an option for the NA engines, was it only for the s/c engines, or what? I mean installed at the factory/dealer, not a parts counter thing. I always figured the scoop meant a s/c, but apparantly that's not the case since there's quite a few peeps on here with the scoop and no s/c.
Having a hood scoop doesnt mean that the 4runner is supercharger, nor is it required to have a hood scoop to install and s/c.
10-20-2004, 07:17 AM
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he is correct, it was only in 99-02 Sport Editions for 3rd gens. It serves absolutely no purpose. Hood scoop does not mean it has S/C, we just got the hood, nothing more. It is originally made for turbo diesel models in Japan
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10-21-2004, 10:43 AM
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Not only does the hood scoop NOT mean its supercharged, their were no supercharged models from the factory in the first place. The supercharger is aftermarket, even if you get a TRD unit. Dealer installed or do-it-yourself.
10-21-2004, 09:41 PM
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Ah, I see. I thought the scoop was required to clear the s/c. I knew the s/c itself wasn't a factory option. I just noticed a lot more scoops around here than I figured there would be if it was only to clear the s/c. Guess not. Thanks. Anybody know how much the 3rd gen SE weighs? I could search it I suppose...
10-21-2004, 10:31 PM
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I can see why they are popular. The scoop for the Highlander edition 4Runner was perfect - the best one I've ever seen. I wanted one soooo bad but with no 5 speed available no sale. EVER. (Not dissing autos, I just like to shift...) I thought about putting one on the flamed rig but it would cost about what the truck's worth to repaint the hood... 
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10-22-2004, 07:48 AM
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Originally Posted by Flamedx4
I can see why they are popular. The scoop for the Highlander edition 4Runner was perfect - the best one I've ever seen. I wanted one soooo bad but with no 5 speed available no sale. EVER.
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Yeah, I was just looking at that black one in southern Cal that's in the for sale area. I'd love to have it, but I don't need another street vehicle right now, in fact I am selling a couple (anyone want to buy a classic convertible?) to make room and get some cash together.
I meant the last time I was looking at new ones at dealers, musta been around 2001 or so, there were no longer any 5speed 4Runners. I was hoping to find a 5sp v6 doublecab, but nope. They had this georgeous black 4Runner with a scoop, I got the mean screaming GOTTAHAVEITS but wasn't interested in an auto or in buying used at the time. I was driving a 98 F150, I ended up keeping my truck and that was a good thing because not long after I bought a fairly large sailboat and now I need that fullsize truck... it all works out in the end!
I meant the last time I was looking at new ones at dealers, musta been around 2001 or so, there were no longer any 5speed 4Runners. I was hoping to find a 5sp v6 doublecab, but nope. They had this georgeous black 4Runner with a scoop, I got the mean screaming GOTTAHAVEITS but wasn't interested in an auto or in buying used at the time. I was driving a 98 F150, I ended up keeping my truck and that was a good thing because not long after I bought a fairly large sailboat and now I need that fullsize truck... it all works out in the end!
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