Supra2Man Posted March 28, 2010 Share Posted March 28, 2010 Own a 1993 n/a supra auto, looking to add bhp and better the car mechanically, are there mod stages to go through or is it just better intake and exhaust... Please help :-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geo Posted March 28, 2010 Share Posted March 28, 2010 sell it buy a TT. job done. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pezzler Posted March 28, 2010 Share Posted March 28, 2010 Hello mate, It may be worthwhile using the "search" tap on the tool bar; but to be honest, most of the results you will find will basically equate to - fit a TT engine You could go ahead and fit less restrictive intake and exhaust, but dont expect any massive power gains with what you have. Unfortunately the N/A is not the best base to work from if you want a fair kick of power. Your best bet will be to go for some form of forced induction, I believe a member is currently working on a supercharged project on his n/a, and there are a few n/a-T kits floating around Just do a search and see what you come up with, there's so much you could do, it just depends on what budget youre working with Happy searching Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nevins Posted March 28, 2010 Share Posted March 28, 2010 Best thing for an n/a is to not focus on bhp, but on the chassis. Uprate the suspension, poly bush it, upgrade the disks and pads or even the callipers. Best induction for the car would be stock. You could then decat the car and fit a exhaust system. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Supra2Man Posted March 28, 2010 Author Share Posted March 28, 2010 Thanks for the help guys, will search around... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thorin Posted March 29, 2010 Share Posted March 29, 2010 Fit the larger UK/export spec brakes if you haven't got them already. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Supra2Man Posted March 29, 2010 Author Share Posted March 29, 2010 Lookin to do that defo! Spoke with Paul at Whifbitz for a complete front + rear break overhaul! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tony tt Posted March 29, 2010 Share Posted March 29, 2010 A right good service mate may help a little bit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob_Mitchell Posted March 29, 2010 Share Posted March 29, 2010 A right good service mate may help a little bit. yeah i agree Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nic Posted March 29, 2010 Share Posted March 29, 2010 Don't expect to get much increase in hp from the 2JZ-GE, a tubular manifold, 2nd decat and exhaust will gain you around 10-15hp and improve response. A full service; fluids, plugs, distributor cap, rotor arm and leads will also help optimise performance. As has already been said, I would concentrate on the handling and braking, fit the bigger 4pot/2pot brakes, decent brake fluid and pads, quality set of tyres and suspension setup. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DSK Posted March 29, 2010 Share Posted March 29, 2010 Another vote for no point in chasing BHP on an NA unless you decide upon a TT conversion or just buy a TT. As mentioned, improving brakes, refreshing suspension components, ensuring the engine is 100% (all vacuum lines in good order, no perished pipes/hoses etc) and giving it a major service using OE parts is the way to go. Oh and good quality tyres. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Supra2Man Posted March 29, 2010 Author Share Posted March 29, 2010 Had two services done since I bought it in December, the second of which was at whiffbitz, changed engine oil, went to NGK iridium sparks and most of the rest! But not sure on which suspension to go for, car is lowered and not great on anything but smooth roads which we don't get in London! What shocks and springs work well when lowered... Really appreciate all the advice!!!! :-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nic Posted March 29, 2010 Share Posted March 29, 2010 I'd go for a set of OEM Toyota/Bilstein dampers with either a set of stock springs or if you want it a bit lower at the expense of some ride comfort a set of either Tein or Eibach springs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Supra2Man Posted March 29, 2010 Author Share Posted March 29, 2010 (edited) Any idea on price for bilstein dampners and tein springs??? Edited March 29, 2010 by Supra2Man Spelling mistake! (see edit history) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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