Intake Setup

scruffboy · 01-02-2007, 08:21 PM

Can someone explain to me what part 17875, the connector for the intake hoses does? Why is it a big bulge? I was thinking of gettin a K&N filter and just running a direct hose to the throttle body. As long as I keep the AFM would this be acceptable? I have seen pics of set-ups where this connector has been done away with. Any input would be appreciated.

Scruffboy

Bill UK · 01-02-2007, 09:38 PM

I know where your coming from Scruffboy, nice straight polished ally pipe with a big air filter, I ve seen it so many times before. The thing that worries me is, if Toyota with their millions of dollars and resources didn’t think of it before, makes you think why. The bulge on the N/A I believe is an air reservoir and resonator designed for that reason. The Turbo has no bulge but the hard black nylon pipe was designed for a similar reason. The problem with the Supra is because of their age (and they are normally high mileage vehicles) any modifications to increase power will no doubt shorten the life of the engine. My first Supra I bought from new in 1986 I owned it for 15 years I done 250,000 miles when it was written off in an accident. Three BHG`s but no other problems and no modifications. I'm on my third now hopefully another 15 years of pleasurable driving.

Bill UK · 01-02-2007, 11:03 PM

My third Supra no mods (well just a few small ones) Supranatural no need for extra shinny pipes, just cleanup what Toyota fitted.initially.

scruffboy · 01-03-2007, 01:04 PM

I respect your opinions and will follow your advice. I love my Supra and want to keep it around as long as possible. I'm not some young kid lookin to squeeze as much horse power as I can out of the engine until I finally blow it up. I'm just a middle-aged guy who likes a little "kick" when he hits the accelerator, and a stock Supra, even an N/A, gives me that. I think I'll keep it the way the Toyota Gods created her.

Scruff

Supra2NR · 01-04-2007, 12:01 AM

Quote:

I'm just a middle-aged guy who likes a little "kick" when he hits the accelerator

dont say that, jus put it this way
your another speed unthusiasts, hows that?

and bill, props to you, one of the cleanest,if not the cleanest,
stock 7mgte engine bay
what did you do to clean it up

Bill UK · 01-04-2007, 01:41 PM

I had a slight advantage, I did a BHG repair then 5 months later the Big ends went so I had to remove the engine. Whilst waiting for parts I decided to clean the engine up (as you do.)I used a combination of general household cleaners like Flash and Mr Muscle etc just did a bit at a time. I re sprayed the bock and any heat shields with high temperature silver paint although once I replaced the engine its hard to see.

j3pz · 01-05-2007, 12:25 AM

omg good. beautiful

01-02-2007, 08:21 PM	#1
scruffboy walbro fp Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Kearny, New Jersey, USA Posts: 427	Intake Setup Can someone explain to me what part 17875, the connector for the intake hoses does? Why is it a big bulge? I was thinking of gettin a K&N filter and just running a direct hose to the throttle body. As long as I keep the AFM would this be acceptable? I have seen pics of set-ups where this connector has been done away with. Any input would be appreciated. Scruffboy

01-03-2007, 01:04 PM	#4
scruffboy walbro fp Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Kearny, New Jersey, USA Posts: 427	Thanks Bill I respect your opinions and will follow your advice. I love my Supra and want to keep it around as long as possible. I'm not some young kid lookin to squeeze as much horse power as I can out of the engine until I finally blow it up. I'm just a middle-aged guy who likes a little "kick" when he hits the accelerator, and a stock Supra, even an N/A, gives me that. I think I'll keep it the way the Toyota Gods created her. Scruff

01-05-2007, 12:25 AM	#7
j3pz 500whp yet? Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Mechanicsville, MD, US of A, 20659 Posts: 1,060	omg good. beautiful __________________ 88 N/A w/ 5spd - stock - not running, bhg 87 turbo/targa w/ 5spd- fidanza light weight flywheel, new oem slave cylinder, apexi air filter, no ac and no heat

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01-02-2007, 09:38 PM	#2
Bill UK AEM EMS Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: UK Posts: 891	I know where your coming from Scruffboy, nice straight polished ally pipe with a big air filter, I ve seen it so many times before. The thing that worries me is, if Toyota with their millions of dollars and resources didn’t think of it before, makes you think why. The bulge on the N/A I believe is an air reservoir and resonator designed for that reason. The Turbo has no bulge but the hard black nylon pipe was designed for a similar reason. The problem with the Supra is because of their age (and they are normally high mileage vehicles) any modifications to increase power will no doubt shorten the life of the engine. My first Supra I bought from new in 1986 I owned it for 15 years I done 250,000 miles when it was written off in an accident. Three BHG`s but no other problems and no modifications. I'm on my third now hopefully another 15 years of pleasurable driving.

01-02-2007, 11:03 PM	#3
Bill UK AEM EMS Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: UK Posts: 891	My third Supra no mods (well just a few small ones) Supranatural no need for extra shinny pipes, just cleanup what Toyota fitted.initially.

01-04-2007, 01:41 PM	#6
Bill UK AEM EMS Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: UK Posts: 891	I had a slight advantage, I did a BHG repair then 5 months later the Big ends went so I had to remove the engine. Whilst waiting for parts I decided to clean the engine up (as you do.)I used a combination of general household cleaners like Flash and Mr Muscle etc just did a bit at a time. I re sprayed the bock and any heat shields with high temperature silver paint although once I replaced the engine its hard to see.