Need help with a supercharger question

Yochdog · 01-05-2005, 09:24 PM

ok friends. My 1998 4runner has 92000+- on her, and she runs great. I am having the 90000 service done next week and expect everything to be fine. Here is my conundrum:

I have a 21 foot wakeboard boat that I tow around all summer, and the 4runner, as good as it is, simply lacks the power for a boat that size. So I am left with a decision to make. Either I trade in the 1998 Runner for a 2005 with the V8(or something with similar power, ie, Armada, Titan, Sequoia, ETC) or I supercharge my current 4runner.

The question I have is regarding the age of the engine. Is it safe to put a charger on a 92000 mile 4runner? Will I run into a lot of problems supercharging a vehicle that is 7 years old?

Anyone with some insight on this subject would be greatly appreciated.

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Bagger · 01-05-2005, 09:44 PM

I have a supercharger, but for towing a good size boat and with the miles on your 4Runner, I would consider moving up to a V8 4Runner or Sequoia. Not just for the bigger engine but for a wider, more stable tow vehicle overall.

Better yet, maybe a new supercharged V8 4Runner from the factory!

Yochdog · 01-05-2005, 10:18 PM

Ya, if I had the money for a supercharged 2005 V8, I would do it, but I am considering supercharging my 1998 so I can save what little cash i have!

kevin444 · 01-05-2005, 10:49 PM

OH BABY SC"ED v8 ... droool

Yochdog · 01-06-2005, 01:25 AM

OK guys, I am getting zero help here. Please, anyone, is it a good idea to SC a 1998 4runner with 92000 miles?

kevin444 · 01-06-2005, 01:55 AM

I wouldnt see why not, If the engine is fine no oil leaks or anything by all means go righ ahead. Just get all the necessary fuel upgrades and stuff.

SLC Punk · 01-06-2005, 06:15 AM

I have 89K miles on mine (put the S/C on at 60K miles). I tow my 19" boat around all summer and it does just fine. If you do get the S/C, make sure that you get the URD fuel mods or do something to take care of the pinging problem.

I am using a TMC 1.1, 160 degree TRD Thermostat, 2 step colder plugs, and a tranny cooler to prevent any problems.

One day I will get the URD fuel mods, but for now, this setup works fine.

SLC Punk · 01-06-2005, 06:18 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bagger

Better yet, maybe a new supercharged V8 4Runner from the factory!

You can only get the S/C on the 2003-2004 V8's. The new VVT-i V8's don't have a supercharger..

FilthyRich · 01-06-2005, 06:48 AM

i s/ced my 4runner with 96,000 miles. As long as there a no leaks or major problems have at it. It is the single most noticable upgrade. But you will most likely need fuel upgrades to reap maximum benefit,

Amir904 · 01-06-2005, 06:57 AM

i plan on s/c in spring, i will have 120k by then...

***midiwall*** · 01-06-2005, 10:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Yochdog

OK guys, I am getting zero help here. Please, anyone, is it a good idea to SC a 1998 4runner with 92000 miles?

I just kicked an S/C on my 96 at 133k miles. It's awesome.

92k is less than 1/2 way through the life of the engine. I'd say do it.

Look around for a remanufactured S/C - they pop up from time-to-time and run a lot cheaper than new - but with a full warranty. Drop a line/call to this guy, he had 5 of them a while back and sold them all here in a few days:

Billy Ruhff
Part Manager
Town and Country Toyota
704-972-3840 Direct Line
Billy Ruhff <t&ctoyotaparts@setdlr.com>

fwiw, I'm running a piggy back computer for handling ignition and fuel issues, but am running stock plugs, stock injectors and a stock fuel pump.

Have fun!

WT · 01-06-2005, 10:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by midiwall

I just kicked an S/C on my 96 at 133k miles. It's awesome.

92k is less than 1/2 way through the life of the engine. I'd say do it.

Look around for a remanufactured S/C - they pop up from time-to-time and run a lot cheaper than new - but with a full warranty. Drop a line/call to this guy, he had 5 of them a while back and sold them all here in a few days:

Billy Ruhff
Part Manager
Town and Country Toyota
704-972-3840 Direct Line
Billy Ruhff <t&ctoyotaparts@setdlr.com>

fwiw, I'm running a piggy back computer for handling ignition and fuel issues, but am running stock plugs, stock injectors and a stock fuel pump.

Have fun!

I will second this

I installed mine on my 96 not to long ago either at @105,000 miles no fuel mods or anything else yet other than premium gas and all seems well, but I also don't push mine to hard. I got my from this guy too and was easy to deal with and a good price I couldn't resist. I will have to say best bang for the buck on a mod. Oh I did add a trans cooler which I would recomemnd.

01-05-2005, 09:44 PM	#2 (permalink)
Bagger Registered User Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Wyoming Posts: 281	I have a supercharger, but for towing a good size boat and with the miles on your 4Runner, I would consider moving up to a V8 4Runner or Sequoia. Not just for the bigger engine but for a wider, more stable tow vehicle overall. Better yet, maybe a new supercharged V8 4Runner from the factory! __________________ '97 T100 ~ TRD SC ~ ARB ~ FWC '85 FJ6O ~ 4E9 ~ locked ~ 33's '87 Turbo 4Runner ~ sold

01-05-2005, 10:49 PM	#4 (permalink)
kevin444 Contributing Member Join Date: Jun 2004 Posts: 1,865	OH BABY SC"ED v8 ... droool __________________ 02 4runner conversion complete!

01-06-2005, 01:55 AM	#6 (permalink)
kevin444 Contributing Member Join Date: Jun 2004 Posts: 1,865	I wouldnt see why not, If the engine is fine no oil leaks or anything by all means go righ ahead. Just get all the necessary fuel upgrades and stuff. __________________ 02 4runner conversion complete!

01-06-2005, 06:15 AM	#7 (permalink)
SLC Punk Contributing Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: SLC, UT Posts: 5,875	I have 89K miles on mine (put the S/C on at 60K miles). I tow my 19" boat around all summer and it does just fine. If you do get the S/C, make sure that you get the URD fuel mods or do something to take care of the pinging problem. I am using a TMC 1.1, 160 degree TRD Thermostat, 2 step colder plugs, and a tranny cooler to prevent any problems. One day I will get the URD fuel mods, but for now, this setup works fine. __________________ -Travis 1997 4Runner SR5 V6 4X4 Supercharged Desert Dune SOLD :( 1992 Celica All Trac (AWD-Turbo) #223 of 271 US spec for 1992 FOR SALE 2005 Tundra Double Cab Limited 4X4 2.5" lift 265/70R17 Dueler Revo's 4Runner and Celica Webpage

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Amir904 Contributing Member Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Boston/Albany Posts: 866	i plan on s/c in spring, i will have 120k by then... __________________ 07 4runner 4.7 SR5 98 4runner 3.4 SR5 87 FJ60

01-05-2005, 10:18 PM	#3 (permalink)
Yochdog Registered User Join Date: Sep 2002 Posts: 83	Ya, if I had the money for a supercharged 2005 V8, I would do it, but I am considering supercharging my 1998 so I can save what little cash i have!

01-06-2005, 01:25 AM	#5 (permalink)
Yochdog Registered User Join Date: Sep 2002 Posts: 83	OK guys, I am getting zero help here. Please, anyone, is it a good idea to SC a 1998 4runner with 92000 miles?

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