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Magnuson Supercharger - I bit the bullet

Discussion in '5th Gen 4Runners (2010-2024)' started by Narbeh, Aug 8, 2019.

  1. Aug 16, 2019 at 7:02 AM
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    The original numbers are 270 hp and 278 ft-lb torque, but of course performance is what you see when you drive at normal speeds, and not what the dyno reads out
     
  2. Aug 16, 2019 at 7:41 AM
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    That’s to the crank. Not wheel.
     
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  3. Aug 16, 2019 at 7:48 AM
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    Got it
     
  4. Aug 30, 2019 at 10:16 PM
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    How’s the SUV running?
     
  5. Aug 30, 2019 at 10:37 PM
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    Phenomenal
     
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  6. Aug 31, 2019 at 4:48 PM
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    '19 Limited Nightshade, Midnight Black Metallic, front leveling kit, 265/60-20 KO2's and Magnuson Supercharger.
    Congrats! I've had mine since January. It was already installed by the dealer when I bought it. Had trouble findin' your intercooler reservoir but finally spotted it. LOL! On another forum two guys have had leaks at the hose connections. I don't. But it might be a good idea to check.

    Also, did you get your tuner? I had a bit of problem getting mine, 'til I had the service manager talk to Tim at Magnuson.

    About the blower whine ... once it gets wound up a bit, kinda sounds like its electric. No more of that pukin' it's guts out sound. KOOL! Mileage is 'bout the same as my '13, not that that was what I was after. LOL!
     
  7. Sep 2, 2019 at 4:47 PM
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    Is plasti-dip a mod?!
    Awesome! I’d love to be able to do this to mine one day. Keep us posted!
     
  8. Oct 2, 2019 at 11:15 PM
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    Congratulations. The AFR kind of spooks me. This is with the tune that Magnuson provided you after you sent your factory map? I did mine in March 2019, but never did a dyno session, so I'm curious

    Actually, after looking closer, it's only lean at the lower rpm then drops to a richer mixture at higher rpm\boost?
     
  9. Oct 3, 2019 at 6:27 AM
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    Yes. But will be getting a new tune at some point.
     
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  10. Dec 8, 2019 at 9:09 PM
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    Maybe I missed it but why the Magnuson instead of the TRD? Do you have any trouble with the low-end, new power and wet roads as this is your hauler?
     
  11. Dec 9, 2019 at 6:45 AM
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    The TRD branded superchargers were discontinued several years ago.
     
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  12. Dec 9, 2019 at 6:48 AM
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    and those TRD superchargers were made by Magnuson, right?
     
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  13. Dec 9, 2019 at 1:56 PM
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    Correct. The current Magnuson superchargers are identical to the TRD ones without the logo.
     
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    How much HP increase and cost per HP?
     
  15. Dec 9, 2019 at 3:19 PM
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    There is a thread on here about this.
    I think I remember it was like $7k & gets you over 300 whp.
    Post 42 & 52 will answer your questions.
    @wawuzit
     
  16. Dec 9, 2019 at 3:29 PM
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    So is the $7k is not including labor to install. 8 grand for 30 hp.? Wow. Must be nice.
     
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    30 hp?!
    You have your numbers wrong. Sorry.
     
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    Keep in mind that a simple pulley change can get you more boost aka more power babeh
     
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    To the wheels chief not crank.
     
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    This looks like a fantastic mod and I’m seriously considering. Has anyone considered the implications for air/fuel mixture? Other SC mods for other makes (e.g., Dinan Superchargers for BMW) include larger injectors. Also, I understand that the Tacomas have a variable speed fuel pump, which 4Runners do not? The SC is by definition leaning out the mixture, which if not adjusted for can eventually lead to failure of the head/valves, etc. i would think.
     
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    Welcome to the forum.
    There are plenty of electronics out there to get it to run properly. I bet he talks about it in the build list...
     
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    My local Toyota dealer is currently running a special for the Magnusson SC installed for free with purchase of $5,999. Seriously considering it for the extra power to tow an offroad trailer:transformer:
     
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    Just out of curiosity, which dealer?
     
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    Findlay Toyota in Henderson NV. Look up their current service specials:gossip:
     
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    None yet, got it yesterday!
    What's the latest on this one? Get a before/after dyno? MPG suffer a ton?
     
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