Supercharger

PhoneDrome · May 22, 2004

So, how can we get this? Shouldn't be the problem I think? ;)

aztech3 · May 22, 2004

That’s interesting yes is it possible?

As I prefer to have a quieter car when I want it to be.

Plus I already have that distintive whirr noise at low revs coming from the gearbox. Somtime it seems louder than the engine.

aido · May 23, 2004

I'll put some pics up of the reservoir tomorrow - off to work in a second :(

IS200Norway · May 23, 2004

I drive a 2002 IS 200 Sportcross, and I NEED more power!

How much does this s/c-kit costs in the uk?

I live in Norway, and I can get this kit installed with full motor-warranty at my local Toyota-store for about £6000 (that's about 70 000,- Norwegian money).

Does the kit harm the engine or drivetrain?

I see that a turbokit costs about 3000 $ in the us - this gives about 240 hp.

Is this a better choice than a compressor?

Sorry about my bad English.... ;)

Kindly regards

Remi

Oslo, Norway

ColinBarber · May 23, 2004

I think the kit is about £3000 + VAT plus fitting, although it is possible to fit yourself.

IS200Norway · May 23, 2004

Is it possible to install an "pop-off valve" (like there is on a turbo-car) on a compressorinstalled Lexus? I really like the "pttssssshhhhh-sound" when yo drop the gas-throttle.

aido · May 24, 2004

Is it possible to install an "pop-off valve" (like there is on a turbo-car) on a compressorinstalled Lexus? I really like the "pttssssshhhhh-sound" when yo drop the gas-throttle.

It makes this noise anyway when you thrash it - I heard mine do it earlier but I was thrashing the nuts off it!

I think if you change the TTE airbox to something like the HKS induction kit that TDI offer the sound becomes much more pronounced!

It's the bypass or something that makes the noise with the charger.

tdiplc · May 24, 2004

Welcome to the club Buddy :)

Could you ever go back to driving a standard car

aido · May 24, 2004

Rob, reservoir photos as promised, here we go fella:

http://www.lexusownersclub.com/gallery/album01/IMG_1785

http://www.lexusownersclub.com/gallery/album01/IMG_1787

http://www.lexusownersclub.com/gallery/album01/IMG_1790

Thanks to Chris for supplying the parts for this one (when are you doing your's matey?!)

Hiper should be here soon - was getting used to the car so will be nice to make it go even quicker - wonder how long til the next go faster mod

aido · May 24, 2004

Could you ever go back to driving a standard car

Cheers Mark, as for going back to normal, not a chance fella!!!!

Got my eye on your induction kit now - want to hear what she sounds like first but overtime permitting I might just have to have one :winky:

Rob · May 24, 2004

Rob, reservoir photos as promised, here we go fella:
http://www.lexusownersclub.com/gallery/album01/IMG_1785

http://www.lexusownersclub.com/gallery/album01/IMG_1787

http://www.lexusownersclub.com/gallery/album01/IMG_1790

Thanks to Chris for supplying the parts for this one (when are you doing your's matey?!)

Hiper should be here soon - was getting used to the car so will be nice to make it go even quicker - wonder how long til the next go faster mod

ok mate thanks very much for that, i keep meaning to do mine but you know...........

Monster-Mat · May 24, 2004

Aido..........

id get some paint on that weld, or rust will set in..............

aido · May 24, 2004

Thanks for the tip Mat, would something like Hammerite be alright on there?

Monster-Mat · May 24, 2004

Thanks for the tip Mat, would something like Hammerite be alright on there?

yep

Maz · May 25, 2004

does relocating the clutch reservoir mean you dont have to share the master cylinder for both the clutch and brake? is there any pro & con if they are shared? was also thinking of using some high performance clutch & brake fluid for my clutch & brakes..........