Gettin' sick of it all....
07-07-03, 04:00 PM
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Gettin' sick of it all....
Ok,... I hear of a mythilogical single turbo possibility for the SC400,... no confirmed prices or performance gain.... I'm actually thinkin' f@#$%! it and get a damn supra turbo or 300Z TT. The idea of getting a 97 SC300 and doin' a conversion doesn't seem very cost effective. Speakin' with the shop I trust in Austin, to do it "right" and not half @ss,... it would cost about $10K on top of whatever it costs me to get the car,.... and yeas, he said it could be done cheaper, but not the best way. Any suggestions???
How much do you think REALLY I would get for a 97 SC4 with 115K miles on it? Some of these Edmunds' type of sites think about $17-18K.
NAZTY in need of turbo power!
How much do you think REALLY I would get for a 97 SC4 with 115K miles on it? Some of these Edmunds' type of sites think about $17-18K.
NAZTY in need of turbo power!
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07-07-03, 04:37 PM
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The single and TT's are totally do-able and pretty easy.
I recently sold the Turbos I was going to use for a TT setup on EBay and will most likely go with supercharging the car because of the EZ installation.
I have too many things 'on my plate' at this time to do it
I recently sold the Turbos I was going to use for a TT setup on EBay and will most likely go with supercharging the car because of the EZ installation.
I have too many things 'on my plate' at this time to do it
07-08-03, 12:55 PM
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Dont give up on the V8, good things come for those who wait. We should have a Supercharged Kit out for the LS and SC V8 by the end of this year.
Single and Twin is possible, not too many people willing to loose AC or PS. That is why i am working on a Supercharged Kit that will bolt on. Low boost for street use. Hardcore will go with turbo.
Single and Twin is possible, not too many people willing to loose AC or PS. That is why i am working on a Supercharged Kit that will bolt on. Low boost for street use. Hardcore will go with turbo.
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07-08-03, 04:13 PM
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cool,... i just got set back with replacing that crack rim / tire, a $250 parkin' ticket, and need to get some new and lower suspension,... when doin' tha math,... i was like whoa,... the coupe is gettin' on my nerrrrves!! a supercharger will make all those disgruntlements go away.... I'll be too bizzy being happy with my new found power.
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07-08-03, 04:39 PM
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The funny thing is that Lexus SC400/LS400 owners want more power, but they are not willing to pay for it. I have many connection with go fast parts, but no one seem to be interested.
07-08-03, 09:59 PM
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Originally posted by Lextreme
The funny thing is that Lexus SC400/LS400 owners want more power, but they are not willing to pay for it. I have many connection with go fast parts, but no one seem to be interested.
The funny thing is that Lexus SC400/LS400 owners want more power, but they are not willing to pay for it. I have many connection with go fast parts, but no one seem to be interested.
Wich reminds me. I need a CF hood. I have $$$$$$$$$$$
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07-09-03, 05:37 AM
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Originally posted by Lextreme
The funny thing is that Lexus SC400/LS400 owners want more power, but they are not willing to pay for it. I have many connection with go fast parts, but no one seem to be interested.
The funny thing is that Lexus SC400/LS400 owners want more power, but they are not willing to pay for it. I have many connection with go fast parts, but no one seem to be interested.
brakes and suspension are a must..... before going any faster in the car... and they are alot of money.
People who buy these cars either overstretched paying for their cars already or are buying the real cheap ones... so in 1 case you have people who spent all the money buying the car and the other case is that they are on a tight budget to begin with.... and also stuff for our cars are alot more money than others in comparison.
lextreme: if you have sources for Kaazz 1.5way LSD let me know. Cusco will do also.. i need it to be drop in with same gear ratios so Supra LSD won't do. PM me with the info. Thanks.
I have a 92 SC400
07-09-03, 08:45 AM
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Originally posted by Lextreme
The funny thing is that Lexus SC400/LS400 owners want more power, but they are not willing to pay for it. I have many connection with go fast parts, but no one seem to be interested.
The funny thing is that Lexus SC400/LS400 owners want more power, but they are not willing to pay for it. I have many connection with go fast parts, but no one seem to be interested.
People will complain that there are no companies that make products for their cars but dont support the company's efforts.
Take a look at Weapon R or Cleansc4's company...They went the extra mile to do ECU's when everyone was 'talking' about them. Around the same time we started on an ECU project that was completed before those two.........but it was just for my car because I knew what the end result would be: Lots of R&D that will NEVER be recovered.
I pretty much just do stuff for my own car
We did a group effort on hoods years ago: My BF paid for a few hoods (before the ones I have) on good faith after listening to people complain about no parts
1 guy ended up sending half the money for the hood. LoL!!! AWJ- I know you're serious about wanting a hood.
But I cant have these pressed for 1 or 3 hoods because of the methods/materials used for making them. I personally know of 2 companies that have tried and gave up because its not worth getting it done. One couldnt get it done without 20 up front. ...LoL!!
The other reason is: No one here wants to support the SC anymore..... at all
It is something that I'd still like to do, But I wont have any time till after NOPI, since it will be my personal 'project'.....I'll get it done
07-09-03, 08:51 AM
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We have tinkered with the idea of working with either PHR or CDI on doing the 1UZ-FE single turbo or twin turbo. I was quoted around $50,000 for engine, transmission and MoTec; the money isn't the problem. The problem is the time involved to get it right since it would be a "one off kit". You would think if you pay enough, everything will come out ok. But after the incident with my IS 300 (partially because I don't know how nor do I want to learn how to drive a manual transmission and don't care to "warm up" nor "cool down" a turbocharged car), I'm hesitant on going forward with other Lexus forced induction projects.
On the other hand, I still love how the SC look and plan to purchase a late model one in the future.
On the other hand, I still love how the SC look and plan to purchase a late model one in the future.
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07-09-03, 08:58 AM
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Originally posted by VSsc400
....People who buy these cars either overstretched paying for their cars already or are buying the real cheap ones... so in 1 case you have people who spent all the money buying the car and the other case is that they are on a tight budget to begin with....
....People who buy these cars either overstretched paying for their cars already or are buying the real cheap ones... so in 1 case you have people who spent all the money buying the car and the other case is that they are on a tight budget to begin with....
.....I like the lines of the SC400 , I love the sound of its engine.
We have more than a few cars, that cost a lot more than mine........but this one is simply my favorite
I'm Seriously an SC enthusiast.