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Don't cheap out on anything, it may be regrettable in the future.
Power is getting up there though.
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Apparently thats all you can hear outside the car :D
I'll have a fiddle with the exhaust, should change that.
It's still mostly stock
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With stock compression, the 1GR doesn't like much more than 10psi extra on a day to day basis.
I've heard of guys pushing it to 14psi and some using 10psi with 50 or 75hp worth of nitrous as well, but its a risky game.
The 5VR (i think thats it?) V6 that came before the 1GR is a much more boost-friendly engine, there are some getting around the States with over 600hp.
Wasn't Peter Kittle's Finke Buggy running a twin turbo'ed Camry V6?
1GR comes with a nice factory supercharger kit though
That it does.
There are a few more kits for it out there, as well.
I'm sure that in a lighter platform, with a manual box behind it, a 1GR with stock boost levels would be great fun!
Getting away from the original question though. I do believe it has been answered? lol
I'm interested to see how this project goes :D
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With stock compression, the 1GR doesn't like much more than 10psi extra on a day to day basis.
I've heard of guys pushing it to 14psi and some using 10psi with 50 or 75hp worth of nitrous as well, but its a risky game.
The 5VR (i think thats it?) V6 that came before the 1GR is a much more boost-friendly engine, there are some getting around the States with over 600hp.
Wasn't Peter Kittle's Finke Buggy running a twin turbo'ed Camry V6?
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Thats a long way for a gear drive and off hand i cannot see enough benefits to outweigh the downsides.
Certainly strong engines, do they have the open-style deck like the 1GR's do?
I'd be looking for boost.
Filtration is easier to engineer to an application
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Wouldnt have a clue about your question, but welcome!
Go to 'Members Rides' and throw some pics up of your hilux
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I did a skid in the carport
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Don't get too excited til you get some particulars, boys.
I honestly don't like it.
Sounds too gutted.
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Ha ha!
Thanks for the comments, people.
I'm keen to hear from/talk to other TRD Hilux owners :D
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SNOWCONES
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We're not all 'average schmucks' as you so imply ;)
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I've enjoyed reading the replies, the logic here is not beyond me.
Whether it makes my hilux quicker or not, I enjoy the driving experience.
That is worth my money, it is no different to putting on a set of seatcovers, I may think they feel great, others not so much.
If you think the sprintbooster is a waste of money, then so be it. No one is forcing your hand. I understand Djkor is stating his opinion and thats what forums are about.
I get the feeling this is getting heated, but it is for no reason.
We are here to enjoy our cars, lets do it.
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I agree with you.
Now lets put throttle de-tuning into the mix.
I have it from a reliable source that the TRD (Hilux at least) had throttle opening times 'retarded', for want of a better word. There are obviously ways, means and gadgetry to test whether the sprintbooster is actually doing anything in this regard.
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Is it possible that the sprintbooster provides faster throttle actuation?
As I hear you telling me that what I'm feeling isn't actually happening, thats kind of like getting your palms read over the phone :D
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Safety is everyones concern, whether they have first hand experience in the matter or not.
I've had a lot of towing experience, one major spill so far.
You're correct in saying no vehicle is infallible.
If you're a caravanner and you do the speed limit or close to, you got my vote :)
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I will have results on paper come October, when I test at the dragstrip.
I was sceptical of the sprintbooster, I had nearly bought one months ago, but decided to do some other mods.
Finally bought one and put it in, I can notice the difference.
The people who are saying that they are no good, have you ever driven a vehicle equipped with one or equivalent?
I know full well that these do NOT change outright power figures, I never expected that, but the throttle response is great.
If you would not spend $400 on one, then that is up to you.
But the question in the first post IS "Has anyone fitted one of these to their car"...obviously there a few who haven't :D
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'88 Cruiser,'06 Cruiser,'04 Hilux,'08 Cruiser,'10 Cruiser,'09 Hilux
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I see some very underpowered and poorly setup vehicles pulling large vans come through town.
Makes me fear for them as a decent crosswind will spell the end of their happy days.
Get a car that can tow what you want, safely.
If your Rav can do it, then good luck to you, but if your 4 cylinder struggles, maybe that is telling you something.
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Fit a Holden Factory Supercharged V6
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My hilux is going great :D
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I sucked a small car into my intake*
Then I did a wheelstand down the road*
Then took it home and washed it*
*Only one of these is true and correct.
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Put a factory supercharged V6 in it.
F**k the oil burners lol
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Oh yeah, this will get moved more than likely ha ha
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I'll let you mugs know anyway :D
EBAY Trd charger for sale
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Smells hot to me.
would be a good pickup for not much more than that though