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Old 01-23-22, 03:39 PM
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Default RC 350 Performance Mods?

I’m looking at picking up a rc350 here pretty soon, the only thing holding me back is the aftermarket support. I can mainly only find air intakes, tunes, or an exhaust system. Is anyone making anything other than that? Turbo kits or super chargers? Does anyone know how much power these cars can really put out?
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Bolt on 430 HP out of the stock V6

​​​​​​https://www.rr-racing.com/RR-Racing-...grxscr1001.htm

These motors are pretty bomb proof......Sounds like you need to start with an RCF if you want big V8 power + mods from there though. Your starting point with the F is 472 HP and those V8 motors are super stout as well. To be honest, there's so much more about these cars than just straight line performance.
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Originally Posted by Forewheel
Bolt on 430 HP out of the stock V6

​​​​​​https://www.rr-racing.com/RR-Racing-...grxscr1001.htm

These motors are pretty bomb proof......Sounds like you need to start with an RCF if you want big V8 power + mods from there though. Your starting point with the F is 472 HP and those V8 motors are super stout as well. To be honest, there's so much more about these cars than just straight line performance.

I am fairly new to the car scene. So far I’ve only looked at a Lexus rc350 and an Infiniti Q60. I would say the Lexus has a much better quality overall. The rcf is just a little out of my price range. I just want to be able to hit 500hp and call it a day. Thanks for the advice though!
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Originally Posted by Gtchum
I am fairly new to the car scene. So far I’ve only looked at a Lexus rc350 and an Infiniti Q60. I would say the Lexus has a much better quality overall. The rcf is just a little out of my price range. I just want to be able to hit 500hp and call it a day. Thanks for the advice though!
With the RC350 yu can do a full exhaust (headers and catback) and a tune. This is good for an extra 40-45wheel hp over stock.

If you want big HP numbers we offer the bolt on Supercharger kit that instantly gives you 420 wheel hp. (500+ Crank hp). You will need to do the exhaust prior to installing the SC.

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Originally Posted by RRRacing
With the RC350 yu can do a full exhaust (headers and catback) and a tune. This is good for an extra 40-45wheel hp over stock.

If you want big HP numbers we offer the bolt on Supercharger kit that instantly gives you 420 wheel hp. (500+ Crank hp). You will need to do the exhaust prior to installing the SC.

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Thank you very much! This is pretty much exactly the answer I was looking for. On a side note, would I be sacrificing a ton of reliability with doing everything listed above?
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The only issue with supercharging an RC350 is killing the warranty. If that's not an issue, go for it.
Plus, resale value will be **** as well. If it was me, I'd try to find a really good used RC-F.
Power is there, reliability still there, and warranty. Each one their own though and all in what
makes you happy. I'd love to have a supercharger on my RC but the mentioned reasons outweigh
that plan.
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I've done the intake, and a 3 inch exhaust it's pretty gnarly. Doing headers next if I can find a set soon for a good price

2JZ Back end inspired (rear mounted turbo to come)
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Originally Posted by SimpleJACKLEAT
I've done the intake, and a 3 inch exhaust it's pretty gnarly. Doing headers next if I can find a set soon for a good price

2JZ Back end inspired (rear mounted turbo to come)
Why would you do a single exhaust with a V motor?
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Originally Posted by jgscott
Why would you do a single exhaust with a V motor?
He wants it to look like a Supra lol.
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Originally Posted by KennyFSU
He wants it to look like a Supra lol.

Looks wack on a RC to me. lol!
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Quad tips fit much nicer IMO, got valved mufflers and carbon fiber tips on my RC.


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AeroEdd,now that quad look is really nice. Keeps the balance. Which is what the RC is about.
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You take 2.35 inch each side = 4.7 inches total flowing and exiting, exhaust gases, and reduce it down to 3 inches?

Also if you ever look up under the car unless you want a big abomination hanging down under to get caught and knocked off. There is very little, to no room to mount a rear Turbo underneath.
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