TRD parts

[iSpyMike]

Originally Posted by Packofcrows

They are worth it but not for full price. You can find those items 'newish' or new for UP TO 75% discount at times!

Just got out bid, so to speak, for a TRD intake with 800 miles for $140.

Quick question.

Does the TRD S/C (supercharger) bolt on easily on the FA20?

I'd hope so considering it costs $26,000 USD and you need to buy 2 of them last I checked.

[Packofcrows]

Originally Posted by iSpyMike

I'd hope so considering it costs $26,000 USD and you need to buy 2 of them last I checked.

haha I called Scion in SoCal, they were out at lunch, but they did tell me those S/C had special 'regulations' that had to be met in order to be purchased. Not sure what that meant.

Wish they were available for cheaper. $7k i'd consider one!

[donoman]

They're worth it... Typical aftermarket parts look like junk after 2-3 years in the elements. These TRD parts are built to last to Toyota standards. I spent the extra money and went for it. Install and forget. I don't want to deal with paint flaking or looking cheap in general...

[strat61caster]

Originally Posted by Packofcrows

haha I called Scion in SoCal, they were out at lunch, but they did tell me those S/C had special 'regulations' that had to be met in order to be purchased. Not sure what that meant.

Wish they were available for cheaper. $7k i'd consider one!

They're for sponsored race teams only is the jist of the 'regulations'

Nobody calls up a dealership to get one, you either have a direct line to Toyota's Racing Division or you don't. Having them on order through the dealership is just to make it legal for certain series where certain parts must be OEM provided.

[Rampage]

Originally Posted by iSpyMike

I'd hope so considering it costs $26,000 USD and you need to buy 2 of them last I checked.

Originally Posted by Packofcrows

haha I called Scion in SoCal, they were out at lunch, but they did tell me those S/C had special 'regulations' that had to be met in order to be purchased. Not sure what that meant.

Wish they were available for cheaper. $7k i'd consider one!

When Ken Stout racing gave up racing the FR-S in the PWC GTS class they sold off their stuff. $7K is exactly what a guy from Atlanta ended up paying for one of those SC. KSR could never get the car to work while SCed. Personally, I would not have bought one for even half that when there are proven alternatives avaiable if you want to go FI on this high compression engine that was not designed for FI.

But I do like most TRD parts. My Spyder has some TRD stuff on it. Great quality. I put a USD TRD exhaust on my son's FR-S that I picked up for $300. It is solid and sounds great.

[Packofcrows]

Originally Posted by Rampage

When Ken Stout racing gave up racing the FR-S in the PWC GTS class they sold off their stuff. $7K is exactly what a guy from Atlanta ended up paying for one of those SC. KSR could never get the car to work while SCed. Personally, I would not have bought one for even half that when there are proven alternatives avaiable if you want to go FI on this high compression engine that was not designed for FI.

But I do like most TRD parts. My Spyder has some TRD stuff on it. Great quality. I put a USD TRD exhaust on my son's FR-S that I picked up for $300. It is solid and sounds great.

I'm a noob.

What would be best alternative to giving the FA20 about 35-50hp? Besides exhaust and intake/drop in filter. Street legal, of course. In your opinion.

[Bergen23]

Originally Posted by Packofcrows

I'm a noob.

What would be best alternative to giving the FA20 about 35-50hp? Besides exhaust and intake/drop in filter. Street legal, of course. In your opinion.

How much money do you want to spend?

[weederr33]

Originally Posted by Packofcrows

I'm a noob.

What would be best alternative to giving the FA20 about 35-50hp? Besides exhaust and intake/drop in filter. Street legal, of course. In your opinion.

Supercharger. Any CARB legal one would be nice if that's what you need. Of one like mine which looks awesome

[Packofcrows]

Originally Posted by Bergen23

How much money do you want to spend?

$7k on parts tops, $3k on tune ups tops. Overall, $10k. No more. I'd rather save up to buy a Supra then spend more than $10k.

[weederr33]

Originally Posted by Packofcrows

$7k on parts tops, $3k on tune ups tops. Overall, $10k. No more. I'd rather save up to buy a Supra then spend more than $10k.

If you're looking at a CARB kit, get the Jackson Racing. If you want something like the TRD supercharger, look into the Edelbrock or Cosworth kits.

[ZX88]

The body kit is worth it i feel, perfect fitment, proper fittings, and paint that matches.

[Rampage]

Originally Posted by Packofcrows

I'm a noob.

What would be best alternative to giving the FA20 about 35-50hp? Besides exhaust and intake/drop in filter. Street legal, of course. In your opinion.

You are asking the wrong person. First, I do not think the car needs 35-50 more HP. Second, I am not a proponent of FI on an engine that was not designed for it without doing internal mods such as forged internals and lower compression pistons. That can lead to big $$$. I also would advise against FI if you cannot diagnose issues and work on the car yourself.

There have been a few modders that have achieved 200WHP with bolt ons and 93 octane tunes. As most stock twins only do about 155-170 WHP that is a pretty healthy gain. That is the route I would follow.

Drop in filter w/ modded snorkel
Crawford power blocks
EL Header
3" exhaust from header back w/ high flow cat
ECUTek
Quality tune from Delicious
Lightweight flywheel
Lightweight wheels
4.56 FD conversion

I think that would result in a pretty quick and reliable car.

Before you make up your mind, read a lot of the mod threads on this site. Also take a look at the For Sale section and note how many FI cars are for sale on there. Ask yourself why that would be.

[humfrz]

Originally Posted by Newtothegrounds

...................... I paid for the trd exhaust and was wondering at the price if I would have been better off going after market or if this one is good.

That one is good ...... be happy and just enjoy your car .......


humfrz

[1GiantTurtle]

TRD Quick Shift kit for 150$ ABSOLUTELY WORTH IT
TRD brake pad for 80$ maybe
TRD wheels about 250$ a wheel meh
TRD Intake for 300$ just get a K&n panel filter
TRD springs for about 210$ maybe...
TRD gas cap 20$ nah
TRD sound changer NO!
TRD USDM Exhaust NO!
TRD Shift Knob It's lighter than stock i got mines for free i can't complain.