I think toyota puts less power on their vehicles for reliability, the more power, the more wear you'll have. Faster moving components. Make sense. Toyota is all about reliability.
I have a 91 4runner with the 5speed that i swapped a 5vzfe into it. I was lucky enough to find a supercharger at a price that no one would pass up. I will be installing it next spring.
I agree. This one has 7th injector and a high pressure fuel pump. It needs headers and exhaust. I read that performance didn't change much with a upgraded air intake though.
@@goatsinapond I have learned the hard way after 250k supercharged miles that the 7th mod is a must have as I’m currently replacing 2 cracked heads. I have the TRD headers/SS exhaust, and high flow air filter since truck was brand new but no other improvements. So the 7th going to happen now, and also replacing the fuel pump. What fuel pump did you go with? …and how did you find the 7th install/tune? th-cam.com/video/oYSU6iMz1SQ/w-d-xo.html
@@LoneScout1 I reached out to Underdog Racing Development (urdusa.com/). They helped me pick a fuel pump and provided me with all documentation for the tuner. As far as I know they still sell all the necessary mods for the 3.4L Supercharger.
I wouldn't say this engine lacks power in a 4Runner. I have a Japanese Hilux Surf of the next generation with a 5VZ engine. Also, by the way, produced in 2002. The traction reserve is quite enough to easily get away from 70-80% of the cars in the stream. P.S. Greetings from Russia!
Is there any tuning required? How does your kit balance out the Air/fuel ratio since you're forcing a lot more air into the intake? Is it just the bigger injectors that add the extra fuel?
I have a tuner from Underdog Racing that balances the air fuel mixture. To accomplish this you need a bigger fuel pump and bigger injectors. I installed all these pieces on the 4runner.
Great video… I have a 04 Tacoma Supercharged 270K miles (with all fuel mods, aem fic8) If you install headers(2.5”OD)and cat back(2.5”OD). Pipes and catalytic converters in between still at 2.25”OD. I installed a single high flow cat(2.5” OD in/out) and changed the pipes to a 2.5” OD to make all the exhaust even. Here in Florida we have no emissions… by the way the ECU didn’t notice its running on a single cat.
My fill ups cost more because of the Premium fuel. But, MPG has remained the same. I drive the same way I always did. Only difference is I have more power at the pedal if I need it.
I have 170k on mine, got it from the dealer supercharged. 99. I have had no significant issues for the life of it. the only pain in the butt is removing it and all the parts that may break
I wouldn't completely rebuild at 200k on a Toyota 3.4L. I would check valves for clearance tolerances and adjust if necessary and other 200k maintenance. I have heard the same info about upgrades to the transmission. I haven't had issues with mine, but I also don't drive it really hard. Only occasionally do I get on the throttle.
I've not installed a supercharger before, but from what I read it is somewhat less reliable and more likely to decrease fuel economy. The supercharger is going to increase the amount of air and fuel being aspirated. It will produce more heat too. This can be pretty rough on the engine, decreasing reliability. It's sort of a Murphy's Law thing: you have just added more things that can go wrong. That's not to mention you have to use premium gas after adding a supercharger. It's up to you to decide if the increase in power is actually worth it
i know a guy with the most recent Magnuson supercharger version. He says he has a safe tune on it so it wouldnt mess with reliability and the mpg have stayed the same. He gets 14 in the city and 18 in the highway. He drives a lot on the express/highways and said that he needed the supercharger because he got tired of trying to catch up to speed 😂
I think I read to change it around every 30k miles or so. When I got the SC, I changed it right away because I didn't know the last time it was replaced.
I guess u missed the part where he fixed the truck and then sold it... So I'm sure he got his money back plus a supercharger... Sounds like a great deal to me...
No difference for me. I only notice a decrease in fuel mileage if I accelerate quickly all the time. I typically only use the extra power if I have to.
If you want it, and the truck is acceptable condition for you, then get it. 200k isn't much for the 3.4L if it was taken care of. I like to check the maintenance records before buying. The supercharger also has to be rebuilt at certain intervals. It's worthwhile to ask about that and how long it's been on the vehicle.
Hey John, sorry I missed this comment. I do my best to respond to all of them. I imagine you already made your purchase by now, but I would ask if they installed a higher pressure fuel pump, if the supercharger was ever rebuilt, and when was the last time they replaced the oil in the nose cone on the supercharger.
I have a used car dealer license in GA. I bought a 2000 2WD 4Runner with a gas leak from the wholesale auction and it had the super charger installed with tuner and bigger injectors. I swapped all that equipment over to my 4runner, and put my stock parts on the 2000 then sold it after fixing the gas leak.
I think toyota puts less power on their vehicles for reliability, the more power, the more wear you'll have. Faster moving components. Make sense. Toyota is all about reliability.
170k.miles here. the only pain in the ass are the parts of the engine you need to get to with the SC in the way
My 99’ has 244k miles and drive half way across the US with not one issue and still driving strong! 🤘🏽
I have a 91 4runner with the 5speed that i swapped a 5vzfe into it. I was lucky enough to find a supercharger at a price that no one would pass up. I will be installing it next spring.
That's killer! I love the 90s body style. Classic.
That's awesome! My older brother did the exact same build. He has a 89 Toyota 4runner
Try driving a truck with the 3.0 in it and then jump into a 3.4 you’ll be grateful for the 3.4 all day long
Same with Hondas bro 1.5 crz to a k24 feels like the car has a super charger it’s the vtec but it’s still crazy to me
Fwiw, I have a 1999 limited edition SR5 with 102k miles n/a. It's still running strong. 23 years strong. Crap gas mileage included.
I have a 2002 tacoma trd 4x4 been supercharged since the day it rolled off the lot at 295k miles bone stock no issues
Love to hear it. I've put about 15k miles on the SC so far. No issues.
@upat3am what are your mpg's?
Appreciate your supercharger thoughts
Thank you ! I’ve been wondering ! I have this engine in my 2002 regular cab tundra.
Thanks for checking the video out. The SC will give it some boot, scoot, and boogie.
I got a 3rd gen 4runner (2000) with a 5 inch lift on 33s stock motor stock 4.10 gears gets 20mpg !! 274k miles baby
Heck yea. That's awesome. Love seeing another 4runner still chugging.
Thanks for this video man!
You're welcome. Thanks for checking it out!
Without pics, it never happened.
What a badass deal you snagged bro
Thanks man. I got really lucky.
Saw a really slick LS swapped Tacoma on TY and it haunts my dreams 😴
important to upgrade upgrade air intake, fuel pump, headers/exhaust, and add 7th injector mod as a minimum
I agree. This one has 7th injector and a high pressure fuel pump. It needs headers and exhaust. I read that performance didn't change much with a upgraded air intake though.
@@goatsinapond I have learned the hard way after 250k supercharged miles that the 7th mod is a must have as I’m currently replacing 2 cracked heads. I have the TRD headers/SS exhaust, and high flow air filter since truck was brand new but no other improvements. So the 7th going to happen now, and also replacing the fuel pump. What fuel pump did you go with? …and how did you find the 7th install/tune?
th-cam.com/video/oYSU6iMz1SQ/w-d-xo.html
@@LoneScout1 I reached out to Underdog Racing Development (urdusa.com/). They helped me pick a fuel pump and provided me with all documentation for the tuner. As far as I know they still sell all the necessary mods for the 3.4L Supercharger.
In this video I briefly show the tuner and how it's installed in the 4runner. th-cam.com/video/RJZY1YhsXbY/w-d-xo.html
Great thanks for letting us know. I just ordered one.
You're gonna love it!
I wouldn't say this engine lacks power in a 4Runner.
I have a Japanese Hilux Surf of the next generation with a 5VZ engine. Also, by the way, produced in 2002. The traction reserve is quite enough to easily get away from 70-80% of the cars in the stream.
P.S.
Greetings from Russia!
Thanks for watching! I love the Hilux Surf.
Is there any tuning required? How does your kit balance out the Air/fuel ratio since you're forcing a lot more air into the intake? Is it just the bigger injectors that add the extra fuel?
I have a tuner from Underdog Racing that balances the air fuel mixture. To accomplish this you need a bigger fuel pump and bigger injectors. I installed all these pieces on the 4runner.
Nice 👍 I’m looking to get one badly
You'll be happy you did. Good luck with your search.
I have a 99 3rd Gen factory supercharger. 170k miles, love how it feels. stock otherwise
SC makes a big difference. These are awesome little SUVs
Great video…
I have a 04 Tacoma Supercharged 270K miles (with all fuel mods, aem fic8)
If you install headers(2.5”OD)and cat back(2.5”OD). Pipes and catalytic converters in between still at 2.25”OD.
I installed a single high flow cat(2.5” OD in/out) and changed the pipes to a 2.5” OD to make all the exhaust even.
Here in Florida we have no emissions… by the way the ECU didn’t notice its running on a single cat.
Hey, thanks for the info. Headers and exhaust is in my plans. How does it sound with your setup?
i have a third gen 4runner had it on and took it off because of the gas prices
Seem like you should put it back on and update your resume. Level up that job status to offset the cost of gas.
Do you want to sell it?
@@goatsinapond😂😂😂😂
Minutes? 0 to 60?
How is the fuel mpg with the supercharger, did it improve
Hey Goats- nice video! I noticed the 4runner decal on the side of your Yota- where did you get it?
Thanks for watching. You can find the decal on eBay!
Thanks!
What about mpg, especially since you now have to pump a higher octane gas?
My fill ups cost more because of the Premium fuel. But, MPG has remained the same. I drive the same way I always did. Only difference is I have more power at the pedal if I need it.
Wait … question. So let’s say I supercharge my 03 taco, would I still use 87 ? Or would I go with 91
@@cozmo562 Have to run premium with the supercharger. You'll get engine pinging with lower octane.
I have just over 300k miles on mine, is it worth it & will it jeopardize reliability?
I have 170k on mine, got it from the dealer supercharged. 99. I have had no significant issues for the life of it. the only pain in the butt is removing it and all the parts that may break
Will you recommend doing that to a four-cylinder 4Runner just got mines 1 week ago
I don’t know much about the 4 cylinder. Seems to be a good engine overall. Give it more power!!
How many miles does she have now? 😍
Sitting at 137,596. Chugging a long strong.
Do you have to rebuild the engine if you have over 200k? Also, I heard you need to upgrade the tranny/valve body?
I wouldn't completely rebuild at 200k on a Toyota 3.4L. I would check valves for clearance tolerances and adjust if necessary and other 200k maintenance. I have heard the same info about upgrades to the transmission. I haven't had issues with mine, but I also don't drive it really hard. Only occasionally do I get on the throttle.
If I install a supercharger will it mess with my reliability and MPg?
I've not installed a supercharger before, but from what I read it is somewhat less reliable and more likely to decrease fuel economy. The supercharger is going to increase the amount of air and fuel being aspirated. It will produce more heat too. This can be pretty rough on the engine, decreasing reliability. It's sort of a Murphy's Law thing: you have just added more things that can go wrong. That's not to mention you have to use premium gas after adding a supercharger. It's up to you to decide if the increase in power is actually worth it
i know a guy with the most recent Magnuson supercharger version. He says he has a safe tune on it so it wouldnt mess with reliability and the mpg have stayed the same. He gets 14 in the city and 18 in the highway. He drives a lot on the express/highways and said that he needed the supercharger because he got tired of trying to catch up to speed 😂
How did you handle the tuning side of things?
I wired in a tuner to the ECU from Underdog Racing. Adjusts everything for the bigger injectors and more airflow.
How often do you have to replace the oil?
I think I read to change it around every 30k miles or so. When I got the SC, I changed it right away because I didn't know the last time it was replaced.
What auction are you using? Im in GA
Mostly Manheim Atlanta and Manheim Georgia. I also buy from out of state and have stuff shipped.
"I don't wanna spend $4k on a new supercharger"
*Spends $4k on truck that has a supercharger with 140k miles on it*
Sounds accurate.
I guess u missed the part where he fixed the truck and then sold it... So I'm sure he got his money back plus a supercharger... Sounds like a great deal to me...
What about fuel mileage?
No difference for me. I only notice a decrease in fuel mileage if I accelerate quickly all the time. I typically only use the extra power if I have to.
Looking at a 2002 tacoma with 200k miles and its supercharged. Is it a good idea to purchase
If you want it, and the truck is acceptable condition for you, then get it. 200k isn't much for the 3.4L if it was taken care of. I like to check the maintenance records before buying. The supercharger also has to be rebuilt at certain intervals. It's worthwhile to ask about that and how long it's been on the vehicle.
I'm about to look at a supercharged tacoma with 2.2 pully and 7 injector modes. Anything I should be aware of before my purchase ?
Hey John, sorry I missed this comment. I do my best to respond to all of them. I imagine you already made your purchase by now, but I would ask if they installed a higher pressure fuel pump, if the supercharger was ever rebuilt, and when was the last time they replaced the oil in the nose cone on the supercharger.
I have a 99 4Runner with the supercharger
That's awesome. How do you like it?
@@goatsinapond I love it, it’s a lot of fun to drive
@@goatsinapond but mine has been tuned as well by the dealership when the previous owner had it
how did you get one without paying 4k$?
I have a used car dealer license in GA. I bought a 2000 2WD 4Runner with a gas leak from the wholesale auction and it had the super charger installed with tuner and bigger injectors. I swapped all that equipment over to my 4runner, and put my stock parts on the 2000 then sold it after fixing the gas leak.