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  • 2020 Toyota Tundra TRD Off-Road – Harrop Supercharger & VF Tuner Tune

    2020 Toyota Tundra TRD Off-Road – Harrop Supercharger & VF Tuner Tune

     
    Clearly, Alex’s 2020 Toyota Tundra TRD Off-Road is no stranger to the trails!  But the added weight of the extra gear, rooftop tent, and larger tires really started to show up in the driving experience, both on and off road.  Alex’s ideal solution was to not only add power, but to do so in a way that wouldn’t affect daily drivability, or reliability on the trails.  And it just so happens that’s exactly what our Stage-2 Harrop Supercharged package delivers for 2007-2021 Tundras!
     
     
     
    This package is configured around the beautifully designed Harrop Engineering TVS2650 supercharger… yep, the same supercharger rotor pack that comes factory equipped on the legendary 755hp 2019 Corvette ZR1 and 760hp 2020+ Ford Mustang Shelby GT500!  Strapping this supercharger to the Tundra’s 5.7L 3UR-FE engine results in not only a significant increase in horsepower, but also a serious increase in low-end torque delivery.  Exactly what a weighed down Tundra needs!
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
    While our Stage-1 package “leaves well enough alone” with just the supercharger, our Stage-2 package takes things up a notch!  Stage-2 additions include ZPE GripTec 80mm supercharger pulley to increase boost pressure, DeatschWerks 650cc fuel injectors to keep up, a custom tune on the dyno via VF Tuner, topped off with optional cooling modifications including VMP Performance supercharger coolant reservoir, CSF Radiators aluminum radiator, with Mishimoto Automotive dual 10.00″ electric fans moving air even at low speed.
     
    Once everything was installed by the shop by Jerzy, the Tundra made her way to the dyno to get a custom tune on the dyno via VF Tuner.  With normal 93 octane in the tank, and the TVS2650 delivering ~9psi, this Tundra’s output increased to 485.80whp & 512.17lbft!  That’s an increase of over 200hp & 200lbft at the wheels over stock!  Pretty incredible results for such a simple combination of parts.
     
     
     
     

     

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  • 2019 Toyota 4Runner TRD Off-Road – Magnuson Supercharger

    2019 Toyota 4Runner TRD Off-Road – Magnuson Supercharger

    To us, there’s no arguing that the 5th Gen Toyota 4Runner is a fantastic vehicle both on and off road!  Capable, well-rounded, and just as comfortable in bumper-to-bumper traffic, as it is dragging bumpers on on the trails.  But the other point that deserves no argument, is that while these rigs have many merits, their major drawback is the 1GR-FE engine’s glaringly underwhelming power output across the board.

     

    Sure, it’s Toyota reliable and will basically run forever with minimal attention, but the more adventurous owners are left wanting a bit more than this engine can deliver in factory form.  The solution?  A supercharger system from Magnuson Superchargers, of course!  And that’s what Greg brought us his 2019 Toyota 4Runner TRD Off-Road to have done!

     

     

    With the stock intake manifold removed, the Magnuson Supercharger can now be set into place!

     

     

    Oh, yeah, looking much better already!

     

     

    Nicely designed supercharger drive belt system, as always from Magnuson Superchargers!

     

     

    And the finished product!  Now, this is one of the many things we absolutely love about Magnuson Superchargers systems… Stock-like fit & finish.  It looks like it came from the factory that way!  Even the factory airbox is retained, which is an added bonus for those with an aftermarket snorkel, as most are designed to connect to the factory airbox.

     

     

     

     

    And of course, one of the other things we love about Magnuson Superchargers, is the POWER!  While Greg did not opt for custom tuning with this project, we normally see between 320-330hp & 300-310lbft at the wheels with Magnuson Supercharger equipped 4Runners!  And considering that these rigs in factory form normally put down a flat 220-230hp & 230-240lbft at the wheels, that’s a significant improvement not only at peak, but also under the curve where you use it most!

     

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  • 2018 Toyota 4Runner TRD Off-Road – Magnuson TVS1320 Supercharger

    2018 Toyota 4Runner TRD Off-Road – Magnuson TVS1320 Supercharger

     
    Qaise’s 2018 Toyota 4Runner TRD Off-Road came to us as a solid street & trail rig, equipped with Icon Vehicle Dynamics suspension, rock sliders, 285/70R17 Falken Wildpeak A/T3W E-load tires, and other high-quality components. But it was missing one big thing: MORE POWER! And that’s exactly what our Stage-1 supercharger package brings to the underwhelming 4.0L 1GR-FE, featuring the Magnuson Superchargers Roller Rocker TVS1320 supercharger system.
     

    With the mechanical work wrapped up in the shop by Mike, John strapped her down to the rollers for post-work dyno pulls. With the Magnuson TVS1320 delivering ~6psi, output was increased to a nice square 306.15whp & 305.60lbft — a gain of 70whp & 45lbft at peak over the baseline of 236.92whp & 251.28lbft, with over 70lbft picked up in the mid range! That’ll definitely give Qaise’s 4Runner more usable performance for both the daily commute and the weekend trail runs.

     
     
     
     
     
     

  • 2020 Toyota GR Supra – Bolt Ons & Calibration

    2020 Toyota GR Supra – Bolt Ons & Calibration

    Jonathan brought us his 2020 Toyota GR Supra from Virginia Beach for some bolt-on performance and custom calibration! Modifications performed below:

    Performed by us:
    • In-house ECU unlock service
    • Powerneedy Motorsports down-pipe (customer provided)
    Pre-existing modifications:
    • MST Performance Auto Parts air-intake system
    • MST Performance Auto Parts turbocharger inlet
    With the mechanical work wrapped up in the shop by Dylan, Matt strapped her down to the rollers for a custom calibration by Vlad via EcuTek Technologies Ltd. With 93 octane in the tank, Vlad increased the B58’s output to 448.28whp & 518.73lbft! Solid results for this gorgeous Absolute Zero White A90!
     
     
     
     
     
     
     

  • 2020 Toyota GR Supra – AMS ALPHA 6 Turbo Kit

    2020 Toyota GR Supra – AMS ALPHA 6 Turbo Kit

    Steve brought us his Tungsten Silver 2020 Toyota GR Supra to get the 2-port B58 engine ALPHA 6 equipped, Flex Fuel enabled, and up to the 600whp mark! Setup below:

    • AMS Performance ALPHA 6 turbocharger system
    • Garrett – Advancing Motion GTX3076R Gen II turbocharger
    • AMS Performance down-pipe with EPA compliant GESi catalytic converter
    • AMS Performance 3.00″ charge pipe
    • Visconti Tuning Flex Fuel conversion
    • LG Motorsports auxiliary fuel pump
    • Mishimoto Automotive catch can
    With the mechanical work wrapped up in the shop by Michael, John strapped her down to the rollers for a custom Flex Fuel calibration by Vlad via EcuTek Technologies Ltd. With the factory direct injection system limiting ethanol content to E40, output still increased to 598.88whp & 555.06lbft — a gain of over 256whp & 159lbft over stock baseline at peak! These cars are an absolute blast at this power level!
    As we saw with Mark’s ALPHA 6 GR Supra build, with the addition of port injection, Steve would be looking at an additional 35whp & 20lbft when he’s ready for more jam.

     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     

  • Anthracite Metallic 1993 Toyota Supra- 1200whp

    Anthracite Metallic 1993 Toyota Supra- 1200whp

    Another 1,200whp Supra wrapped up and on the prowl! All the way in from New York, Alex brought us his beautifully setup Anthracite Metallic 1993 Toyota Supra to get the drivertrain and engine management squared away for big power!

    Work performed:

    • Driveshaft Shop 9″ rear end conversion
    • Driveshaft Shop 1,400hp 300M chromoly axles
    • Driveshaft Shop 4.00″ aluminum driveshaft
    • Grannas Racing GR700A T56 Magnum transmission conversion
    • Tilton Engineering ST-246 twin-disc clutch assembly
    • Wilwood Disc Brakes clutch master cylinder
    • Powerhouse Racing line lock system
    • Powerhouse Racing high-pressure power steering line
    • Freed Engineering catch can
    • Freed Engineering coolant overflow tank
    • NGK Spark Plugs BKREIX spark plugs
    • Miscellaneous systems rewired and improved
    • AEM Performance Electronics 150 PSIg stainless steel fuel pressure sensor
    • Fuel pressure and MAP signal fail safes set up
    • All the OEM Toyota gaskets, seals, and various components needed to complete the installation
    With the work wrapped up in the shop, Matt strapped her down to the rollers for Vlad to perform a custom Flex Fuel calibration via AEM Infinity 508. With E85 in the tank, and the Precision Turbo & Engine 6870 delivering 45psi, Vlad increased output to a killer 1188.70whp & 952.82lbft!

     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     

  • Renaissance Red 2020 Toyota GR Supra Launch Edition – AMS ALPHA 6

    Renaissance Red 2020 Toyota GR Supra Launch Edition – AMS ALPHA 6

    Mark brought us his Renaissance Red 2020 Toyota GR Supra Launch Edition to get the 2-port B58 engine ALPHA 6 equipped, port injection converted, and Flex Fuel enabled!

    Setup below:

    • AMS Performance ALPHA 6 turbocharger system
    • Garrett – Advancing Motion GTX3076R Gen II turbocharger
    • AMS Performance down-pipe with EPA compliant GESi catalytic converter
    • AMS Performance 3.00″ charge pipe
    • MOTIV Motorsport Re|Flex Controller with Visconti Tuning harness and firmware
    • Boost Logic port injection plate and fuel rail
    • Injector Dynamics ID1050x fuel injectors
    • Visconti Tuning Flex Fuel conversion
    • LG Motorsports auxiliary fuel pump
    • Akrapovic Exhaust System titanium exhaust system with sound kit
    • FLUIDYNE High Performance upgraded heat exchanger
    With the mechanical work wrapped up in the shop by Dylan, John strapped her down to the rollers for a custom Flex Fuel calibration by Vlad via EcuTek Technologies Ltd. With E85 in the tank, Vlad increased output to 632.60whp & 576.14lbft — a gain of over 295whp & 179lbft at peak! Given that Garrett rates the GTX3076R Gen II to 650hp, we’re super happy with these results!

     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     

  • Two A90 Toyota Supras – AMS Performance Alpha 6 Turbocharger Install

    Two A90 Toyota Supras – AMS Performance Alpha 6 Turbocharger Install

    Two A90 Supras under the knife, side-by-side, both receiving the newly released AMS Performance Alpha 6 turbocharger systems, fuel system upgrades, and a long list of supporting modifications! Stay tuned for more to come from each!

  • 2020 GR Supra – Pure800 Turbocharger

    2020 GR Supra – Pure800 Turbocharger

    Flex fuel enabled, a host of bolt-on performance, and a new billet-impeller Pure800 turbocharger under the hood, Juan’s 2020 Toyota GR Supra is one sweet ride. Back in to the shop for it’s second round of work, it was time to get this GR Supra over the 550whp mark! Modifications below:
     
    Performed by us:
    • Pure Turbos Pure800 stock-frame billet impeller turbocharger
    • AMS Performance aluminum 3″ charge pipe kit
    • LG Motorsports auxiliary fuel pump kit
    Previously performed by us:
    • In-house ECU unlock service
    • AEM Performance Electronics air-intake system
    • Extreme Turbo Systems down-pipe w/high-flow catalytic converter
    • Extreme Turbo Systems cat-back exhaust system
    • Visconti Tuning flex-fuel kit
     
    With the mechanical work wrapped up by Andrew in the shop, Matt strapped her down to the rollers for Vlad to perform a custom calibration via EcuTek Technologies Ltd. With flex fuel in the tank, Vlad was able to increase the B58’s output to a killer 581.50whp & 574.36lbft!
    With the first round of bolt-on performance yielding him a solid 436.53whp & 527.16lbft on 93 octane, the additional 140+whp is something Juan is sure to feel!

  • 1993 Toyota Supra – Cooling and Suspension Mods

    1993 Toyota Supra – Cooling and Suspension Mods

    TJ brought us his imported, RHD 1993 Toyota Supra for a cooling system refresh and to get the stance dialed in via some suspension upgrades! Modifications performed below:

    Performed by us:
    • Fortune Auto 500 series coilovers
    • Whiteline front and rear sway bar end links
    • Toyota Racing front and rear sway bars
    • Powerhouse Racing aluminum race radiator
    • Powerhouse Racing radiator hose kit
    • Powerhouse Racing CNC formed aluminum tank

    With the cooling system refreshed, the stance fully dialed in, and the MK4 sitting and handling better than before, TJ can enjoy the miles to come on one of the cleanest, closest-to-stock examples we’ve had in the shop so far!

     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
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