Supercharger prices!
Oct 31, 2002 | 12:31 PM
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Supercharger prices!
Did you guys see this on outdoorwire??
I am serious thinking of getting one now..
I am serious thinking of getting one now..
Alright guys, I told you I could do it.
After WEEKS of begging, TRD has given in, we got SuperChargers for $1700 + Shipping.
These are NEW, latest gen, with the tensioner.
Here is the deal. This is NOT a group buy. Order it today. Here is the contact information.
Jesse Sierra
Sterling McCall Toyota (Internet Parts)
9400 Southwest Freeway
Houston, TX 77074
1-800-392-3341 ext 3778
(713) 270-3778
This is for all 4Runner forum AND TTORA members.
ALSO: He is willing to do parts at 20% over cost. (much less than 15% off retail) Mention me (Dan) and that you are a Forum Member.
After WEEKS of begging, TRD has given in, we got SuperChargers for $1700 + Shipping.
These are NEW, latest gen, with the tensioner.
Here is the deal. This is NOT a group buy. Order it today. Here is the contact information.
Jesse Sierra
Sterling McCall Toyota (Internet Parts)
9400 Southwest Freeway
Houston, TX 77074
1-800-392-3341 ext 3778
(713) 270-3778
This is for all 4Runner forum AND TTORA members.
ALSO: He is willing to do parts at 20% over cost. (much less than 15% off retail) Mention me (Dan) and that you are a Forum Member.
, so that is definitely a steal 
Oct 31, 2002 | 01:29 PM
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Oh my god, that is AWESOME!!!! Check this out too....
http://www.romaniatoyotaparts.com/trdsupfor34v.html
Wow! Someone who has the S/C and has NOT done the tranny and fuel mods needs to chime in and let us know their luck with it. I still don't know if it's worth it if you need another $1000-$2000 worth of mods to run it and not fry the 4Runner.
Matt
http://www.romaniatoyotaparts.com/trdsupfor34v.html
Wow! Someone who has the S/C and has NOT done the tranny and fuel mods needs to chime in and let us know their luck with it. I still don't know if it's worth it if you need another $1000-$2000 worth of mods to run it and not fry the 4Runner.
Matt
Oct 31, 2002 | 01:31 PM
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That's one reason Im not married....I don't have to ask anyone 
I payed $1750 for mine but mine was used for about 3 months and came with tensioner. I like it but I actually thought it would be something alittle more. I guess it's hard for me to judge being a former Porsche owner and having a '69 Firebird with (2) four-barrel carbs and 456 posi rear. Don't get me wrong. The s/c is a nice upgrade, just not as "great" as I thought.
Paul
I payed $1750 for mine but mine was used for about 3 months and came with tensioner. I like it but I actually thought it would be something alittle more. I guess it's hard for me to judge being a former Porsche owner and having a '69 Firebird with (2) four-barrel carbs and 456 posi rear. Don't get me wrong. The s/c is a nice upgrade, just not as "great" as I thought.
Paul
Oct 31, 2002 | 01:37 PM
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Pfdaxe,
Most, including Jason B, swear that you have to do all the fuel and tranny mods or the thing will ping like crazy and fry your transmission. Others, who have 99+ models, say that it is not necessary on their late model third gens because of a different fuel mapping program. They recommend a tranny cooler, but thats it. Question is, how do you know unless you've been running a S/C for 2+ years on a 99+ Someone help us out here.
Are all of the fuel and tranny mods necessary??????
Matt
Most, including Jason B, swear that you have to do all the fuel and tranny mods or the thing will ping like crazy and fry your transmission. Others, who have 99+ models, say that it is not necessary on their late model third gens because of a different fuel mapping program. They recommend a tranny cooler, but thats it. Question is, how do you know unless you've been running a S/C for 2+ years on a 99+ Someone help us out here.
Are all of the fuel and tranny mods necessary??????
Matt
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Oct 31, 2002 | 02:21 PM
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I don't have any fuel mods, but I added the Hayden Tranny cooler. I have never experienced any pinging since I had my s/c installed....it is worth it.
I just bought it and had it installed..then dealt with the wife
I just bought it and had it installed..then dealt with the wife
Oct 31, 2002 | 02:55 PM
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gadgets site has the answers..
Oct 31, 2002 | 02:55 PM
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Dukestr,
How long have you had it on your 4Runner? Can you estimate the number of miles also. I think it is kind of a crap shoot. Some experience no problems and others have to do all kinds of crap to run it. Never had ANY pinging at all? Thanks dude.
Matt
How long have you had it on your 4Runner? Can you estimate the number of miles also. I think it is kind of a crap shoot. Some experience no problems and others have to do all kinds of crap to run it. Never had ANY pinging at all? Thanks dude.
Matt
Oct 31, 2002 | 02:56 PM
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HOLY SNAPS BATMAN!!!!!!!!
I knew something like this would happen!! Low prices on a S/C and I dont have money for it.....I knew I needed a job fast!! Hopefully this will be around for a while!!! *prays*:pat:
I knew something like this would happen!! Low prices on a S/C and I dont have money for it.....I knew I needed a job fast!! Hopefully this will be around for a while!!! *prays*:pat:
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Oct 31, 2002 | 03:19 PM
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AAAAAAAAAAAAHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!!!!
I have more than enough money right now but I already made my appointment to do my audio/visual stuffs and new alarm....:o( I don't think I can raise that much money before they run out of s/c's..........this sucks! Hey how much do you think installation would be if I bought it online but had the stealer install it?:cry:
....:prays along with CLin:
I have more than enough money right now but I already made my appointment to do my audio/visual stuffs and new alarm....:o( I don't think I can raise that much money before they run out of s/c's..........this sucks! Hey how much do you think installation would be if I bought it online but had the stealer install it?:cry:
....:prays along with CLin:
Oct 31, 2002 | 03:48 PM
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We've seen the same thing with the Tacoma's. The older ones seem to need the fuel upgrades a lot more than the newest generation.
I have about 30K on my 2001 since the supercharger install. I played with the fuel mods for a while, but went back to stock fuel delivery. The mods were too much hassle and it doesn't ping unless I force it to in stock configuration...
For those who are looking to carry it in and have the dealer do the install, check with your dealer first... many will not install carried in parts for liability reasons...
I have about 30K on my 2001 since the supercharger install. I played with the fuel mods for a while, but went back to stock fuel delivery. The mods were too much hassle and it doesn't ping unless I force it to in stock configuration...
For those who are looking to carry it in and have the dealer do the install, check with your dealer first... many will not install carried in parts for liability reasons...
hmmmmm have to check with my parental units to see if they can possibly loan me a bit of money 
Oct 31, 2002 | 04:13 PM
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I have stock fuel delivery with intake mod and tranny cooler. Nothing else. I do have slight ping in mid-range when I put my foot down heavy. I installed the tranny cooler because of living in the desert where it reaches about 150 in the summer I may install some Iridium plugs to see if that helps with the slight ping. I installed my s/c this past summer. Another reason I may have a slight ping is that every gas station around here only carries 91 octane as their premium fuel.
Paul
I may install some Iridium plugs to see if that helps with the slight ping. I installed my s/c this past summer. Another reason I may have a slight ping is that every gas station around here only carries 91 octane as their premium fuel.Paul
Oct 31, 2002 | 05:02 PM
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I think if it says for a couple of months...so like before christmas...I could buy one, which means I will have to hold my LCD computer monitor and new phone until next year.....TOO MUCH DECISIONS! I want everything but I don't have enough money.:cry: , which is always the case since I got this SUV
Oct 31, 2002 | 05:03 PM
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although I did check out romania parts for the shipping to Hawaii, it would be almost 100 for shipping here!!!!!! Sometimes it sucks to live in "paradise" especially since it's an island and if the dock strike is on after mediation we're basically screwed
Oct 31, 2002 | 06:03 PM
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Damn!
That's a great price. I was thinking of selling mine for like $1500. Kinda screws the used market, eh?
BTW I've had my SC (first gen) on my 99 4Runner since it was new. That was 70,000 miles ago. No fuel upgrades. Never had a pinging problem. I actually have injectors and an SAFC in my garage, but haven't gotten around to it. I'm contemplating getting a 2003.
Great deal and really makes the truck perfect.
Mike
BTW I've had my SC (first gen) on my 99 4Runner since it was new. That was 70,000 miles ago. No fuel upgrades. Never had a pinging problem. I actually have injectors and an SAFC in my garage, but haven't gotten around to it. I'm contemplating getting a 2003.
Great deal and really makes the truck perfect.
Mike
Oct 31, 2002 | 06:24 PM
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TRD Supercharger
I also have a TRD Supercharger (1st Gen) when I bought my 4Runner new. It's been 30K, and I loved it. No fuel mods, or tranny mods. Just installed a Hayden transmission cooler, installed 2 step colder plugs, coolant & tranny flushed, and switched over to Amsoil ATF, differentials, transfer case couple of weeks ago. It's so much smoother now, just like new.
