Average HP Gains (?30HP?)

Supra Saiyan · 08-07-2010, 07:40 AM

From the 3 items on a 88 MK3 Turbo A/T.. What HP gains you think I will see?

Air filter system - BLITZ LM Intake System
Down pipe - Megan Racing 3in
Exhaust system - Custom 3in W/Dual 3in Muffler

I was thinking it would bring me from 230 to 260.

10hp for the filter system
5hp from the down pipe
15hp from the exhaust system
30HP gain

What you think.?

Green7mgte · 08-08-2010, 01:34 AM

think you need to build a heat shield around that air filter. or you might see hp loss.

Supra Saiyan · 08-08-2010, 01:51 AM

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Originally Posted by Green7mgte

think you need to build a heat shield around that air filter. or you might see hp loss.

GREAT IDEA!! I was just going to make a plastic box.. however, heat shield box?? what do you think?? What type of metal is easily available, affordable and works great as a heat shield?

Supra Saiyan · 08-08-2010, 01:53 AM

I looked for the answer but no find? Anyone know if one of them LONG cone filters are any better than the average size one like the one I have listed above? I seen the long ones in the part store... Was just wondering..

87mk111 · 08-08-2010, 06:34 AM

You can use a small, rectangular plastic trash can to make the heat sheild for the filster with. Just cut it so that teh plastic will cover any side taht might be expsed to hot air form the engine. Hope that helps.

907mge · 08-08-2010, 03:39 PM

If you take your time you can use a dremel and a drill to make a nice one out of aluminum. Just use posterboard to make up a template first. I used rubber hose and zip ties to make guards for the edges. Although mine is for a 7mge, it can be done for a 7mgte.

Supra Saiyan · 08-08-2010, 05:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 907mge

If you take your time you can use a dremel and a drill to make a nice one out of aluminum. Just use posterboard to make up a template first. I used rubber hose and zip ties to make guards for the edges. Although mine is for a 7mge, it can be done for a 7mgte.

Wow, dude.. Love it!

cre · 08-08-2010, 05:50 PM

At the wheels or at the crank? In either case I'd say your estimates may be close or just a little over optimistic. What mods do you currently have that put you at 230 and how was that measured?

The stock intake isn't THAT restrictive and close to stock engines see little improvement.... running a crap filter in the stock box... now that's another story. Once you get into the mid 300's the box has gotta go or be modded appropriately.

Supra Saiyan · 08-08-2010, 06:01 PM

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Originally Posted by cre

At the wheels or at the crank? In either case I'd say your estimates may be close or just a little over optimistic. What mods do you currently have that put you at 230 and how was that measured?

The stock intake isn't THAT restrictive and close to stock engines see little improvement.... running a crap filter in the stock box... now that's another story. Once you get into the mid 300's the box has gotta go or be modded appropriately.

Well, closer to crank.. You know me.. Mr.Optimistic.. What would you say would be a better estimate of the parts I listed above in HP gain?

Green7mgte · 08-08-2010, 08:22 PM

another idea if you dont want a box in your engine bay, just route a pipe down under the headlight behind the fog light near the road. fresh cold clean air and a non cluttered engine bay..

08-07-2010, 07:40 AM	#1
Supra Saiyan 3" Exhaust Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Oregon Posts: 225	Average HP Gains (?30HP?) From the 3 items on a 88 MK3 Turbo A/T.. What HP gains you think I will see? Air filter system - BLITZ LM Intake System Down pipe - Megan Racing 3in Exhaust system - Custom 3in W/Dual 3in Muffler I was thinking it would bring me from 230 to 260. 10hp for the filter system 5hp from the down pipe 15hp from the exhaust system 30HP gain What you think.?

08-08-2010, 01:34 AM	#2
Green7mgte Supra Forum Moderator Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Green-Ohio Posts: 1,297	think you need to build a heat shield around that air filter. or you might see hp loss. __________________ 92 Ma71 7mGTE Auto. SafcII Supra FAQ Supra MKIII FAQ Classified Section guidelines :

08-08-2010, 06:34 AM	#5
87mk111 3" Exhaust Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: akron, ohio Posts: 226	You can use a small, rectangular plastic trash can to make the heat sheild for the filster with. Just cut it so that teh plastic will cover any side taht might be expsed to hot air form the engine. Hope that helps. __________________ 87 N/A 5spd BHG, soon to be gte with r154

08-08-2010, 05:50 PM	#8
cre Toyota Racing Development Join Date: Apr 2007 Posts: 5,038	At the wheels or at the crank? In either case I'd say your estimates may be close or just a little over optimistic. What mods do you currently have that put you at 230 and how was that measured? The stock intake isn't THAT restrictive and close to stock engines see little improvement.... running a crap filter in the stock box... now that's another story. Once you get into the mid 300's the box has gotta go or be modded appropriately. __________________ If something breaks or you need to contact a member of the administration please post HERE. Unless it's a private or administration matter please post it on the forum. It benefits no one else if car related questions aren't posted for future users and takes away from the time I'm able to spend helping on the rest of the forum. If you're so inclined I'm always more than happy to accept tips via PayPal. Tip Jar --->

08-08-2010, 08:22 PM	#10
Green7mgte Supra Forum Moderator Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Green-Ohio Posts: 1,297	another idea if you dont want a box in your engine bay, just route a pipe down under the headlight behind the fog light near the road. fresh cold clean air and a non cluttered engine bay.. __________________ 92 Ma71 7mGTE Auto. SafcII Supra FAQ Supra MKIII FAQ Classified Section guidelines :

08-08-2010, 01:53 AM	#4
Supra Saiyan 3" Exhaust Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Oregon Posts: 225	I looked for the answer but no find? Anyone know if one of them LONG cone filters are any better than the average size one like the one I have listed above? I seen the long ones in the part store... Was just wondering..

08-08-2010, 03:39 PM	#6
907mge 20psi boost Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Harrisburg Posts: 759	If you take your time you can use a dremel and a drill to make a nice one out of aluminum. Just use posterboard to make up a template first. I used rubber hose and zip ties to make guards for the edges. Although mine is for a 7mge, it can be done for a 7mgte.

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