I posted this on another forum and was referred to this forum as there are potentially more 4th gen's here.
I know this question has been asked quite often, but after much searching, I haven't been able to find a definitive answer. Has anyone successfully done the deckplate mod on a 4th gen 4runner V8?
On my 2003 (Canadian orginally... not sure it matters), there is a small (3in or so?) concave section on the front of the intake that looks like it might be a good place. I'm not sure though... I'm kind of new to all of this stuff. I have over 120k on my truck now and just want to cheaply (as possible) increase performance and mpg (if possible...). A nice engine sound would be good as well. I do mostly highway driving and towing a boat on occasion (less often than I would like). I was thinking about the deckplate mod and a high-flow air filter. If it's not worth it... just let me know. And if there's any other mods I should look at, I'd appreciate the insight!
Also, I just saw a 'catback system' from Magnaflow I think. It seemed kind of pricey, but would that be worth it? Is it easy to install (for someone who pretty much only knows how to change the oil, antifreeze, etc.)? Is it TOO loud (in the cabin)?
Thanks!
jason
I know this question has been asked quite often, but after much searching, I haven't been able to find a definitive answer. Has anyone successfully done the deckplate mod on a 4th gen 4runner V8?
On my 2003 (Canadian orginally... not sure it matters), there is a small (3in or so?) concave section on the front of the intake that looks like it might be a good place. I'm not sure though... I'm kind of new to all of this stuff. I have over 120k on my truck now and just want to cheaply (as possible) increase performance and mpg (if possible...). A nice engine sound would be good as well. I do mostly highway driving and towing a boat on occasion (less often than I would like). I was thinking about the deckplate mod and a high-flow air filter. If it's not worth it... just let me know. And if there's any other mods I should look at, I'd appreciate the insight!
Also, I just saw a 'catback system' from Magnaflow I think. It seemed kind of pricey, but would that be worth it? Is it easy to install (for someone who pretty much only knows how to change the oil, antifreeze, etc.)? Is it TOO loud (in the cabin)?
Thanks!
jason
