So if I wanted to keep my Scion tC what else should I do to increase its performance?

So Ive got a C.A.I., DC headers, DC exhaust, and a short throw shifter installed. I have a set of Tein H. techs waiting to be installed too. All of these combined have changed the characteristics of my car. Nothing to really brag about but its got a lot more "go" to it than it did stock. Now I used to own a Honda civic coupe with a b16 swap and the same mods done as my tC. I lost it during hurricane Katrina's wrath. I miss tinkering with those Honda engines. Don't know why but I just have so much fun with econo engines. So my big question is besides slapping a turbo kit on my tC, what are my options for performance gains? I just want a daily driver that can be respectable at the track. To my knowledge there aren't currently any other engines to swap into the tC (like the B series engines Honda has) that can drastically change the performance of the car. Ive contemplated on getting some head work done. Port and Polish, cams, and valve angle jobs. Im just not sure how much if any the 2az-fe (tC engine thats shared with the Camry) engine would benefit from this. I asked on this site whether I should sell the car and get a 240sx or a Honda hatch (b series swap for sure) and would like to go one of those routes. But if I can get the same addictive tinkering out of my tC id keep it in a heart beat. One last note, I purchased the scion tC because it came with all the standard goodies most cars twice its price have standard. Dont get me wrong its a great car all around. I just want more power from it. Please no "replacement for displacement" responses. Thanks.I like a little show on my cars but Id rather have go. I have alot of respect for the ford 3 and 4v 4.6. I would consider a bullet or mach 1 but I like the econo motors. LOL Thats the only thing that kills me with other tC owners is how they think our cars are so fast. 1. its heavy as crap. 2. the car has an all glass roof. 3. its tuned for gas sipping. So I still dont know what I should do.Wouldn't i need some kind of ecu controller or a piggy back chip of some sort to be able to tune my car on a dyno? It seems like I really don't have a choice but to turbo the engine. All i want is like 260-300 hp. Nothing crazy.

ANSWER: (Idk, a mustang gt owner here with a few mods as well. Why didn't you do a gear swap? I think you have a respectable setup compared to other 4 cyls or heavy v6's. A turbo won't really be effective unless you plan on going with forged internals and a better suspension setup. That head work is overpriced garbage. I haven't seen many people do work to their scions other than appearance junk. A lot of show, but no go.)

Turbo kit Scion tC/ Evo 8?

I was talking to some friends about my tc about making it turbo. One of them said that the tc and the evo had some what of the same turbo set up as far as placement of turbo manifold and intake. So to save a couple bucks will it be possible to take some parts off the Evo and installing them to the tC

ANSWER: (No, won't match up.)

What do i need to put on a turbo kit on my 05 scion tc?

I just bought a 05 scion tc and im thinking about putting a turbo kit on it. But i know u just cant slap it on and start driving it down the road. what all do i need to do? and one more thing...turbo or supercharger?

ANSWER: (supercharger is out of the question. 1. it lacks power 2. it lacks expansion on adding more power 3. for the same price you can get a turbo 4. TRD supercharger is very unreliable and 5. its been discontinued...and, so to speak, you can slap on a turbo on the tC. there was once a dude a while back who ran 6psi with a stage 0 turbo kit on the street, no tune at all and ran well. checks the links i posted. Ptuning has the better turbo kit and Dezod has the second best, and whoever you choose get their exhaust with the kit. and since its a kit, it comes with everything you need, and they come with preset boost levels with a preset tune. though its better to go to a tuning shop, run it on a dyno and get it tuned professionally. the 2AZ in the 05-10 tC's hold up to 400whp on a completly stock motor and highest boost levels ive seen on a stock tC is 14psi, and anyone that wants to argue that, or give me a thumbs down why dont you go look it up (google, as well as youtube, is a very powerful tool when its not in the hands of a moron. in fact the computer for that matter is very powerful when not in the hands of a moron) around 300whp though its recomended to to just get pistons and rods to support more load while under boost, and for precations if you want to turn up the boost. id suggest checking out those links and checking out scionlife(dot)com and youtube, there are a couple guys on youtube who will help. the last link, which is a youtube one, is a guy you can talk to as well.)

Scion tC more hp.........?

So, I have a Scion tC '07 with a base hp of around 160. I don't know much about upgrading, but what would be the best/cheapest way to increase the hp to somewhere around 200? Btw I know about turbo kits, but is there any other option?

ANSWER: (Scions weren't built for have any sort of forced induction.Replace the stock airbox with a cold air intake, The colderthe air that enters the engine the more dense it is.Exhaust is the next thing, you get better flow with no restrictions.)

Scion Tc turbo upgrades?

I have a 2006 scion tc 5 spd and i bought a ptunning turbo kit that will bring it to well over 500hp.what else do i need to upgrade besides CAI, ehxhaust, stage 2 clutch, headers/exhaust manifold, what else do i need most important things first. not only for the engine but around the body and frame to so it wont fall apart like upgraded half shafts or something? please let me know. Thanks

ANSWER: (you dont have to do a huge engine build in the tC's case. it holds alot, and has held up to 400whp with 14 psi on a stock engine. good choice going for Ptuning.anyways, well first and for most you need a boost gauge, A/F (air fuel) ratio gauge, as well as oil temperature gauge... once thats squared away all you really need for the engine to hold the power is pistons and rods. the tC's block will hold well over 600whp, been proven and shown on youtube. the stock sleeves as well, they will hold well over 600whp, the crankshaft will hold over 800whp. to produce that power though you need quite a few things.pistons, rods, turbo camshafts, valvetrain kit for those camshafts, turbo exhaust of course, clutch, flywheel, short shifter, fuel system (fuel pump, regulater, filter, larger lines, fuel rail) you want to keep the oil cooler so an oil cooler, and tranny cooler too, larger and tuned/equal length turbo manifold, and intake manifold if you want... Ptunings website has the majority of this stuff up so be sure to go back to their website, and if you go to Dezod's website you'll see a few other things. also it may be time to join up at scionlife...)

Supercharge my 2005 Scion TC?

I live in the Houston area of Texas and was wondering:What kind of turbocharged should I get (provide HP, Torque, PSI, etc and Price)?Where can I go get the turbo kit installed at around Houston?What other upgrades do I need to add to my TC so I don't tear it apart from all of the turbocharged pressure?Thanks My bad guys i want to turbocharge it. What about the Garrett GTX-R Turbocharger compared to what you recommended? And another question...does a turbocharge help your MPG not really a big deal to me just curiousCool your answering all my questions : ) a few more though.....for the ptuning kit is the price including installation also? If not how much will that be? And how long will it take to install?Your doing fantasticThanks so muchAm i going to need any additional parts for the turbo kit like bigger pipes and valves to put less tension and stress on the motor so it wont rip itsself apart? if so how much and what do i need to get. im looking at the ptuning kit

ANSWER: (yeah, are you talking about the supercharger or turbo???if your talking about the supercharger, then dont get it, its crap, and will always be crap...if your talking about a turbo kit, youre in luck. there are many to choose, the better ones are Dezod and Ptuning...the Ptuning kit should be PSI setting of 8-14 which is ideal for 250-380whp, give or take a few... 14psi is the max psi you should tune on a tC with everything stock. so if you run 8psi, with a professional tune, which it looks you are wanting to do since you want to know of a place to get it installed, then the tC's motor will run safely at 8psi and you should have any problems. just have to change the oil more frequently. the price for the Ptuing kits range from $4140-$5475 which isnt bad, alot of bang for your buck and plenty of room for future building/extraction of power.there is also the Dezod kit, which is around $3975 which isnt bad, but its limited, mainly for the tuners that just want extra power and dont want to push their car to its limits.. Dezod kit provides 200-270whp on boost from 5-8psi... while Ptuning is more wide tuner usage, for those that want limited power or unlimited power and want to push their car to the limits... torque numbers for both kits are close to the power numbers. there should actually be a place in Houston that does this stuff, installing wise... turbo kits are from online order, but there is a place somewhere up there cuz my neighbor takes his drag car engines up there sometimes. and there is actually a shop up there if im not mistaken that does tuner cars, you can ask around, or google it. as for other upgrades, like i said if you run 5-10 psi you should have any problems, some tC's have pushed 14psi all stock, with a turbo kit. but personally, 10-12 psi range is where you want pistons/rods/pistons rings, and then you'll b fine. later you can do, BC stage 2 turbo cams, with valvetrain kit.. also a much needed thing is an exhaust, thats the thing with Dezod they have a 2.5inch turbo back exhaust, while Ptuning has a true 3inch turbo back exhaust. so which evr kit you go for get their exhaust, but Ptuning is a better buy... a book to read for people new to turbochargering, or evern those familiar with it is Maximum Boost, by Corky Bell. so invest in that book first. answers alot of things. its actuall a good book, dont let the math and chemistry scare you though. EDIT: if you are looking at a specifc turbo, then are you looking to build your own kit? cuz Ptuning and Dezod are kits with a specific turbo matched to the tC's needs and the other components... and no increase on MPGs maybe it'll drop a little, maybe it'll stay the same, depends on how you'll drive it. ADDITIONAL EDIT: sorry i havent gotten back, school is taking its toll... no, Ptuning kit does not include installation, that doesnt even include shipping. but i think they always have a free shipping system anyways. its actually possible to do it yourself, the install. if you arent familiar with it though you may expect your car to be sitting in the driveway for a weekened as you work on it, and it would be helpful to have a buddy to help. or go to a local auto shop and get them to do it. installtion cost will vary on the shop due to: when you want your car back, the fact that there are other customers, various things. so i cant be specific on cost. bumper and will need to be removed.everything in the Ptuning kit is matched perfect to the tC, so nothing else is needed, unless you increase boost pressure, beyond the preset 8-10psi. its pretty much a plug and play kit, just have to use the preset boost, and fuel maps that come with the system. it is recomended to get an upgraded clutch and flywheel. you can find the cost for clutch and flywheel upgrades also on Ptunings site. some true facts and numbers of the tC..Chris Rado once ran his tC turboed at 535whp (wheel horse power) with a fully stock engine, only upgrades were pistons and rods. its not the pressure that hurts the engine but the "load" it bears. street riven daily driver tC's have seen over 400whp on a compltly stock engine. the tC's crankshaft will hold power into the 800whp range. the tranny has seen over 700whp. the tC's factory air/fuel (A/F) ratio is equivalent to a turbocharged engines A/F ratio. the block can support up to 700whp stock, and the stock sleeves have seen up to 700whp. so as you can see, its one heck of a strong machine, not given the respect it deserves, but pretty strong.)

whp and 0-60 times automatic turbo scion tc?

I have a 2010 auto scion tc. I want to make it faster. (no i am not selling my car...forget it) i was wondering what is the best turbo kit to get. and im into 0-60/ 0-100 times n that kinda stuff... so could someone give me some info as to what the turbo kits will give me (include whp and price)

ANSWER: (well i found thishttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e5VG0BybFeYso roughly 6-7 sec on a 0-60 auto turbo tC. he had no traction because he had bad tires and with better tires would have gripped the road, and if im not mistaken he didnt have the transmission cooler. built automatic tansmission for sure, turboed. and he was running GReddy kithttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pBferk916wY Dezod kit 200-235whp on 5psi, which is pretty good.)

What are the price ranges for these items?

Ideally, these would all be of good quality and Scion tC compatible. -H&R Coilovers-Turbo-Kit-Upgraded Clutch (to handle turbo)-Racing Seats & Harnesses-Exhaust-LSD-Roll Cage-Brake Kit-Wheels & Tires-Gauges/Pods-Lightweight Flywheel-High Compression Pistons-2 DIN RadioI do plan on doing all the installation (my brother and I have been taking auto-repair classes @ community college.) Didn't think of transmission, thanks. Also, there is nothing fun in buying a new car.

ANSWER: (Not to hurt your feelings but you really need to understand how things work in a car. First off you are naming parts but not asking for installation information...if you can't do the work yourself you don't understand the true cost of upgrading these things. First off: adding HIGH compression pistons is wrong when turbocharging a vehicle. You go the other way so that you don't blow the head gasket or brick the pistons. But I'll address your question by partThe installation of a lsd is around 600-700 dollars, the part itself is at least 400 dollars if you buy it from a cheap provider; you get what you pay for. The minimum quality you want is quaife. A good turbo kit runs at least 3k; a real turbo kit is 4k-5k. That's a complete kit.A full rollcage + installation is at least 1k closer to 1,500. A partial kit is around 800 installed. Upgraded clutch + installation is at least 800 for parts and labor; if you buy a real clutch (i.e. exedy hyper) expect to pay 1k for parts alone. Everything else varies with what you select. Easily, all this (junk in my opinion) is going to cost more than the value of your car. Easily 15k, more if you want quality stuff. And it doesn't address your drivetrain (i.e. AXLES and TRANSMISSION) which will be unable to handle the increase in power...guaranteed if it's over 15psi of boost. You essentially are putting the wagon in front of the horse. If you don't like your car trade it in for a cobalt ss turbo or wrx. End of story.)

TURBO SCION TC what do i need to do to the motor to hold 23psi?

so i have a 2006 tc and i have a greddy turbo kit not enough power so what would i need to do to the internals to be able to push 23 pounds? rods, pistons, valve spring/retainer kit, and turbo cams let me know

ANSWER: (somethings that may be good could be, crower rods, cp pistons, crower valvetrain, in fact if you check out youtube, there is a guy that owns a tC, his girlfirend actually drives it, he also owns a 09 C6 Z06 and their tC destroyed their Vette. you can check out his tC here:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=54bjpPVZazYthey are running 23 psi with 520+whp.basically just beef up the internals cuz it can be done.but i think thats really it what you said: cams, pistons, rods, valvetrain (springs/retainer kit) and valves of course, maybe valve guids. check out Dezod, they have a huge list of things you can check out. they have a stroker kit up, engine build. other things. and PTuning also)

SCION TC 2AZ FE 2.4L?? 2AZ FE??

what does 2AZ FE mean?? I have a s06 tock scion tc, but what does 2AZ FE mean? is itsome kind of modification for engine or is it on any stock scion tc..I was looking at some turbo kits and it always says SCION TC 2AZ FE 2.4L complete turbo kit.. anyone has any idea??

ANSWER: (2AZ-FE is just the engine name. many reffer to it as just 2AZ. AZ is the family name, 2 means second generation engine in the family (so the 2AZ is the 2nd sibiling and 1AZ is oldest sibiling) and FE is the tech side to it. F stands for economy narrow angled valves, and E is electronic fuel injection....2.4L is just the side of the motor its also 2362cc'sits fairly similiar to the 2AZ in the Camry but they are different. in the 05-06 tC's they were tuned and built differently than the Camry's which is why the:tC was at 160hp @ 5700rpm 161tq @ 4000rpmCamry 157hp at 5700rpm 160tq @ 4000both had a steady 9:6 compression ratio but were still tuned and built differently. Camry's motor in the US and the tC's motor in Japan. on the 07+ tC's the engine was retuned with some changes, adding oil squirters on the pistons, changing the exhaust flange, the MAF sensor as well as pistons and rods. now the engine is rated:161hp @ 6000rpm 163tq @ 4000 rpm with a 9:8 compression ratio.and the Camry's motor never changed. the tC's is based on the block used for the Camry but everything else is done differently with different internals so its not a Camry motor as many people say, they are actually different. the AZ family though is now being replaced by the AR family which has stepped up to Dual VVT-i and a little bit more technology, and the AR engines are 2.5 and 2.7 L 4 cylinder engines. and 2.7 is big for a 4 cylinder. power has increased and the AR is used in the newer Camry's its unsure if it will ever be used in the tC.)

is this a good turbo kit for a scion tc?

Dezod Motorsports Signature Turbo System-Scion tC 05-09http://www.dezod.com/pd_dezod_motorsports_signature.cfm

ANSWER: (thats the build it yourself kit. that one is for hardcore tuners that know what they want because youre choosing your turbo, wastegate, engine management and injectors. if you know what you are doing you can get it. their: Dezod S1 Scion tC Turbo System for the 05-09, is for someone looking for a "plug and play" method of forced induction. And the S2 kit is for full blown hardcore power which needs a clutch upgrade... but like i said if you know what your doing then the build it kit is right. but if your looking for a "plug and play" bolt on kit then the S1 kit is the right one plus the S1 kit will come out cheaper.link below.also be sure you select the right right trannsmission cuz they have auto and stick kits.)

what should i get for my scion tc 07 automatic (supercharger, turbo or nitro)?

i got some cash n want 2 add a little bit of bang into my car so i was wondering what should i get for a automatic car a supercharger, turbo kit or nitrous kit what is best

ANSWER: (dont listen to that other guy i have an automatic, and the auto can take up to 250hp. nothing happens if you go over that power limit, but its best to have an aftermarket transmission cooler to cool the fluid since the torque converter will be running harder. and theres no such thing as a auto clutch, its a torque converter.you should go for a turbo kit. Dezod Motorsports puts out a good kit for the auto. the supercharger on an auto doesnt put out much power. a manual tranny tC with intake, headers and exhaust can beat a auto S/C tC. best is get the turbo tranny cooler and the Dezod Exhaust. that'll add the bang you want. thats what im gonna do once i have the money. Let me just add more since everyone here doesnt know anything. I own a Scion tC, obviouse. the tC's auto tranny can hit up to 160mph with mods and the limiter removed. the auto tranny will hold up. it doesnt have to be built till you are over 300hp. as long as you have the tranny cooler it will last. the tC's engine will not blow up. the engine can handle over 500hp so it will last. the tranny just needs valve body work. I've been doing research on the tC since 05 it can take it. people think cuz its an auto it'll die. theres auto tC's with over 230hp no tranny work. the turbo's come with a "fit kit" to work with the auto tranny.)

which turbo kit is the best for the scion tc and which is putting out the most power? Ptuning?Dezod?Descendant?

Descendant(chris rado turbo kit)

ANSWER: (comparing Dezod and Descendant, Dezod is cheaper with pretty much the same stuff. Also Dezod offers the only catted down-pipe for people that want to stay legal. yeah Descendant is good cuz Chris Rado uses it but just because he uses it and is putting alot of power, amateurs think since he can do then they can and blow their car. Ptuning's is good in a way that the way the turbo is positioned, it allows a true cold air intake which is good. All three are good hands down but Dezods is cheaper for pretty much the same hp gains across the board. im going for a Dezod only because ive done more research on it, and fits my hp and price needs. Update. Ptuning's website no longer works, so I dont know what is going on there, cuz there doamin is up for sale or something.)

Scion tC help with turbo timer?

My 2005 Scion tC has a turbo kit on it and a Greddy Turbo Timer. When I turn on the car the car revs up by itself and then the car stalls. The turbo timer flashes blue and red too. What is going on?

ANSWER: (i cant really help you but if you have a youtube account then i can direct you to someone who may know. if you dont then just make one and go to:http://www.youtube.com/rhythmnsmokemessage him, he may point you in the right direction. he turbo his tC and has excellent knowledge, trust me.)

scion tc: boost or blow?

got a few bucks and ready to go forced induction. i have an 05 scion tc, not sure if i should go turbo or supercharger. the cheapest TRD charger kit i found was on Toyota Sparks.com on sale from $2200 to a price yet to be announced. i am also looking at getting an inexpensive turbo kit, possible the dezod s1 kit if funds provide. if not, something very basic. either way, i will be running less than 10psi until i get some engine work done. will also get it professionally tuned by a local performance shop. im just trying to figure whats gonna get me the most bang for the buck.im looking to get more power than what an I/H/E will doplus nothing can beat the sound of a bov

ANSWER: (rule #1: don't ever listen to 12pleze on stuff like this. he's 99% wrong.rule #2: turbocharger will always be more expensive, but you do get what you pay for. rule #3: when going f/i, make sure to have a back up plan just in case your car craps out on you/needs repairs/whatever, and make sure to have a just in case $ fund! okay, the most bang for your buck will be a turbocharger. dezod kit is very reliable, but going f/i on any n/a engine will have consequences on your engine. sure, it'll boost up your hp and torque by over 100, but the added pressure will add strain on the engine, thus it can reduce the life of your engine. it can also (if not set up/tuned properly/taken care of) blow up your engine. just wanted you to be aware of the risks you are taking when going turbo. to my knowledge, the best kits out there for your money are turbotoyotas and dezod. there are some new kits going to be released soon, but i don't know much about those. 10psi is the most you can run without having the engine become damaged, but make sure its with a good tune. turbocharger will most definitely get you the most bang for your buck, because with the dezod/turbotoyotas kit you'll be in the 300hp range, thus being able to keep up with the STi's and Evos. before going turbo, you should definitely do a bit of research of turbos so you know how they work and how to fix them if anything goes wrong. and while it is true you need to get other parts, it will not put you in the $10,000 range or above, like 12pleze is stating. truthfully, with a tune and some upgraded parts (clutch, exhaust, gauges) it'll be around 6 - 7k. those would be the necessary ones for hte 8 - 10psi range. after that, you'll need to reinforce the engine to go pats 10 psi.)

do i need to do any engine work to run a scion tc on low boost?

i plan to boost my tc soon, gonna get an inexpensive turbo kit. im gonna run low boost, under 10psi for now. do i need to do any engine work? or can i wait to do that for when im ready to crank up the boost?

ANSWER: (Wait until you see if the boost blows your engine.)

ok so im confused..if i turbo or not? help?

ok so im going to turbo my scion tc 08..people had told me not to buy a cold air intake,headers, and exhaust. they told me to wait, buy why wait?oh another question im sure i wana do this im just tryin to learn as much as i can. what other parts should i onsider to put so i can b ready for the turbo..by the way im getting a turbonotics full kitthanxx

ANSWER: (CAIs are usually crap. You think a piddlydink company with a few thousand dollar R&D budget can compete with Ivy-league educated engineers working for a multibillion dollar company? CAIs are marketing. If you find a dyno test from someplace independent (not a magazine that gets advertising dollars from CAI companies) you'l see that they don't do squat, and some even hurt horsepower. A Scion TC already has individual runner headers from the factory. Don't bother. Get a new exhaust; 3" all the way back with a Dynomax high flow cat. That and a turbo kit.)

Is it possible to have a Injen Cold Air Intake System and a Turbonetics complete turbo kit?

This is all for a 2006 Scion tC.

ANSWER: (technically, yes you can but you will have to modify the intake to fit. it will not fit right in because the turbo kit and its components take up too much room in the engine bay. im sure if you took it to a shop and told them to make your cai fit they could do it, but i'm pretty sure they'd have to cut it or in some way make it smaller.)

turbo plans for a scion tc 05 please need pro help with this PROJECT?

ok guys i got an 05 white scion tc no spoiler just a plain jane. i lost to my friends rsx type s didnt have much of a chance but still i want to stomp that into the ground along with my friends ss camaro that runs lower 13 im looking for a turbo kit prolly threadstone or greddy bolt ons both make about 300+hp then i was thinking about coil overs for better traction and handling then i was wondering how much the stock clutch can handle the guy who owned the car before me had a new stage 1 clutch put in however i was thinking of new one stage 3-4 with a new lightweight flywheel also what are the best tires to get for handling and for faster take offs i was thinking 225 or higher since stock is 215 and then prolly a spoiler and then slotted and drilled breaks and new brake pads and then i think i will be finshed maybe a hood cause all the cool kids are doing it =) PLEASE get back to me i have kida a set spending limit of 3 k and dont worry i can find everything for that cost so dont say i cant just wandering if thats going to be a pretty good set up what the stock clutch can handle if theres anything wrong with that order brakes will prolly be before the turbo i like to brake what i add on and what gauges you think i should have for the turbo other then boost i was thinking oil presure and water temp what other things i need for the turbo set up and anything else you think i may need for my car to be bitchingwell i just got megan coilovers front and back and the rotors and pads for 400 bucks the turbo kit im going to get for 800 threadstone i got a store hook up homiei do the turbo comes with everything but the intercooler so ill ad prolly for that thanks for the advice i want a time attack with drag too i just want a all around fun fast car which is going to be time attack i forgot all about the LSD thank you that is an add that will push out of the 3k range lol but that does seem like a worthwhile upgrade i need something to get more horse power to the ground i might have to change the front end any advice

ANSWER: (get a 2010)

Where can I find a turbo kit for my scion tc?

I have a 2009 scion tc and i was looking online for a turbo kit, but had trouble finding one for The '09 series. I did find one turbo kit (http://www.fastscions.com/scion-tc-turbonetics-turbo-kit-2007-2008.aspx) it says it works on the '07-'08 scion and I was wondering if it would work for the 09 tc. Also if you can find any turbo kits that work for the 09 tc please tell me

ANSWER: (I would suggest going to turbo-kits.com. They have multiple kits for the tc.)

ok..so what else do i need to turbo my car?

i have an 07 scion tc with, greddy exhaust system, AEM cold air intake.. n thats about it..i got about 5 thousand in hand..and im going turbo..i want a good kit that makes that shit fly..What should i do before getting a turbo..like what to buy and then what to expect after putting in a turboIf any one can help plz do on giving me some info..i have a good idea what to do but i just want to read what others woud do thanx

ANSWER: (when purchasing a turbocharger kit it is imperative that several precautionary measures are taken. Research on the mechanical load limits of the engine internals will assist in choosing which system to invest in. Too much boost pressure and your engine risks damage. second, the kit must contain a new MAP sensor, fuel injectors, fuel pump and lines, a PCM or a piggy back system, Inter cooler piping and inter cooler, Blow off valve, exhaust system for the modified routing, several hours at the local tuning facility, new intake piping, removal of EGR system and new spark plugs, coils and wires. This is the basic kit requirement for a serious investor. if you want to have a few laughs for a few hours before causing severe damage to your vehicle just by the "ricky racer" kits that everyone sells for one third the required price and only half the parts. To convert a system correctly without compromising engine longevity invest a few hours into research and begin with understanding the full logistics of turbocharger operation. if your still interested in converting look into Slowboyracing.com or an GT24 or smaller turbo. Enjoy!)

Can you use existing Scion tc cold air intake with new turbonetics turbo kit?

I have a injen cold air intake(NOT a short ram intake) and im seriously considering getting the turbonetics turbo kit for the tc and plan to just bolt it on at 8 psi and not doing any other mods to the car and my question is will my intake work the same or better with the kit? the kit comes with a short ram intake and i dont know if thiers any significance to the fact its a short ram and i dont know how the differently tuned intake will work. Experts help! Owners help!

ANSWER: (Well from the looks of it the intake will have to go with all the kits i am looking at i linked you to what im sure you have already seen. I think perhaps the Iject intake you have will possibly have to get taken out for whatever kit you have in here. It could possibly throw some stuff off time. Im sure if you want to keep your intake though maybe a pro could jerry rig it although whats the point when the kits have a nice intake for show! hehe! Good Luck on your project!)

Can I put a Turbo kit in my 2007 Automatic transmition Scion tc?

I own a 2007 Scion tc that is Automatic transmition unfortunatelyy) I was wondering if it is safe to put a turbo kit on the car or if doing so will result in costly repairs or dangerous situations? If anyone could help me out it be muchappreciatedd.....

ANSWER: (yes you can, and yes there will/might be problems. dont set the psi too high or else itll blow up your engine unless you reinforce it first (10 psi max on stock internals) but since its an auto you gotta keep the hp under 250 or else itll warp your tranny. yes your engine can blow up from installing a turbo, yes turbo kits/parts/tuning will cost you a lot of money. depending on your kit, its at least $5000, more likely higher. there are lots of problems that can come with f/i a n/a car, like engine dying sooner, brokn/cracked pipes, tc.)

ebay turbo kits any good?

ive always wanted to boost my scion tc but the kits where so expensive (starting at $4000 for parts only) and was considering supercharging. i was looking for the trd charger on ebay when i came across a bunch of inexpensive turbo kits, starting at $750. how good are these kits? i know they wont compare to a greddy or hks kit or others, but i will be running low boost and not racing or anything. i will get it professionally tuned though. whats the difference between a $750 kit and an $1100 kit? no negative comments please, just give me your honest opinions.im probably gonna have a shop install and tune it so are instructions necessary?

ANSWER: (Having looked into the differences between "kits" in the thousands of dollars and the e-bay kits, I can tell you a little about the differences.The biggest item is fuel and ignition management. The two biggest enemies of a turbo charged engine are detonation and lean burn. This necessitates bigger fuel injectors and better ignition control. In top grade kits these items are addressed.Another thing to look at when changing over is how complete is the kit. Now it may not seem big now, but is there plumbing for the exhaust. What about the fittings for coolant and oil?The last item I will address is instructions! Do you know where to get the oil for the turbo charger from, and how are you going to get it back into the oil pan? The 4000 dollar kit will have everything you need, including instructions on how to install it.)

I have a 2006 scion tc, is it worth it to buy a turbo kit?

i found out it would be close to $9000 to buy a turbo kit and have it tuned, installed, and everything else i will need for it.. but is it actually worth it?

ANSWER: (it really depends on if you think it'll be worth it. the real question is do YOU want to turbo your tc or not? sure there are pros to it, more so on the "i have a turbo in my tc" bragging rights as well as a considerable gain in whp and torque, but there are also a lot of negatives to it as well. for one, you'll have to start pumping premium only, two you run the risk of your engine crapping out on you way sooner than it normally would, three is that now your car requires a lot more maintenance, etc. there is good along with the bad, so its actually up to you to decide. in my personal opinion, if i had the money to burn than yes, i would do it. mainly because for a car that costs considerably less (even with a turbo install) than an sti or evo, depending on the kit and the tune you'd be able to at least hang with them.)

what is the best deal on a turbo kit for a 2006 scion tc?

i am debating on whether to get a turbonetics turbo kit for $3500 and it comes with WHP: +100whp PSI: 8psi * T3/T04 E-50 Turbonetics Turbo * Cast-Steel Turbo Manifold * Turbonetics Heat Shield * Stainless Steel Mandrel-Bent Downpipe * Turbonetics Evolution 35mm Wastegate * Spearco W.A.V.E Front-Mount Intercooler * Black Chrome Aluminum Intercooler Piping * (4) Motron 630cc Injectors * Unichip TRUE Plug n Play EMS * Turbonetics Raptor Blow Off Valve (BOV) * K&N Air Filter * (1) Case TS-1 Synthetic Turbo Oil * Install Instructions & Wiring Diagrams * All Necessary Hardware & Fittings * 1 Yr Warranty .. or the turbo toyoas turbo that is $4425. and includes Stage 1 Turbo Kit: 300whp + at 8-10psi Good all around kit for those wanting that little bit more from there daily driver T3/38 Stainless Steel Equal Length Turbo manifold....Version 2.1 Garrett T3/TO4E Tubocharger 57trim .63ar 3.0" Stainless Steel Downpipe and S-pipe combo with extra 02 bung for wideband sensor Tial 38mm Wastegate(.5bar spring) Greddy or HKS BOV 2.5" Aluminum intercooler piping w couplers and t-bolts clamps : powdercoated black Custom Garrett Intercooler core with fabricated end tanks 2.5" air intake with AEM Dry Flow air filter powdercoated black Turbotoyotas vacuum manifold with fittings Steel Braided Oil Feed and Return lines Hardware and installation instructions FUEL MANAGEMENT IS NEEDED TO RUN THIS KIT AND CAN BE PUCHASED ALONG WITH THE KIT AT ADDITIONAL COST Fuel management: AEM FIC: 550cc plug n play injectors: Plug n play adapter for FIC: Kit price: $4425.00

ANSWER: (turbotoyotaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa. seriously, turbotoyota. you will get the most gains seen out of any bolt on kit on the market right now. i have a friend whose on the stage 1 turbotoyota kit making 310 whp and 272 torque @ 10psi off of this bolt on kit. he does have the aftermarket exhaust which also does help with the hp. actually, for the tc's the pistons already come sleeved. you also do not need to install a fuel pump either. these kits were made to work with the tc's stock parts. the engine already comes with sleeved pistons which is why the engine can handle up to 350 hp on stock internals. once you go above the 350 hp mark, then yes you will need to strengthen in the pistons, etc. you will also need to upgrade your clutch after installing the stage 1 kit, as the added power will cause your tranny to slip (manual) or warp (auto). but yeah, on top of the installation of the kit, you need to pay for gauges, gauge pod, exhaust, upgraded clutch, tune, and you should also have some money left over for the "just in case" situations. you kinda need to plan for the worst when installing and driving a turbocharged car, since it was n/a to begin with the likelyhood that something bad may happen is greater than a stock turbo car. just pay attention to the car, maintain it properly and it should be okay. go to the link and to the forum, talk to a guy named java09. ask him about his turbotoyota kit.)

How much would turbo kit cost for scion tc?

Just a baseline price

ANSWER: (If you are going to buy a kit yourself it is about 3400+ and that is from turbokits.com http://www.turbo-kits.com/tC_turbo_kits.html i would check around try scionlife.com and other forums you migth be able to get one cheaper. Do some research before buying,and i would buy from a reputiable company. maybe Evasive motorsports if they carry parts for your car.)

Can someone help me and hook me up with a link to where i can purchase a zpi stage 0 turbo kit for my scion ?

ANSWER: (The only turbo that will work without about 15,000 in parts is the optional Supercharger which gives 85Hp and 80lb's of torque.With K@N option and Borla exhaust option and free flow exhaust option and last change all fluids to synthetic you will get close to 300HP and 300 lb's of torque for 4100.00. I do not think you would want to go any faster then that. 300lbs of torque ina little lightweught car is a lot and will blow doors off subaru WRX Rally Edition and is cheaper by 10,000.00)

making universal turbo kit question?

im trying to make a custom turbo kit since scion xd has not came with a kit on the aftermarket yet .. is an intercooler, wastegate, tubes/pipe and turbo all that is necessary.. and perhaps fuel injectors?im trying to make a custom turbo kit since companies has not came with a kit on the aftermarket yet for scion xd .. is an intercooler, wastegate, tubes/pipe and turbo is all that is necessary? and perhaps fuel injectors?

ANSWER: (...and after you've done everything else you'll blow your engine because it wasn't designed for a turbo. At the very least you will need to keep a steady supply of head gaskets handy and you will become very proficient at changing them lol)

What engine would be good to swap in a 2006 Scion tC?

Just wondering what engine would be the easiest to swap in the 2006 Scion tC. Looking to get a lot more power, and yes I know about the Turbo kit and the supercharger that you can add to the tC, I just want to know what engine would be good to swap it with.

ANSWER: (what the heck you bought a tc, if you wanted more power why didnt you buy a porsche)