MTD
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I live in the boondocks haha the closest thing I have to a ramp around here is a corn field.
The 3.4L TRD Supercharger Thread
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I live in the boondocks haha the closest thing I have to a ramp around here is a corn field.
shootmymime
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so is the program fully loaded. the driver software for the usb -serial cable quite?
so you cant connect the R4 to your vehicle correct? have you tried changing the com ports and running through all the com and try to connect?
maverickhawk
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masphx
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So I picked it up. $500 for all this...
Serial number on it is 000598 and the boost gauge has 98 on the back of it so I'm assuming this unit is quite old. PO said the unit made good boost when he removed it but I think a rebuild is in order before I install on my truck.
I have a few question. Some of them are noobish but first time I have dealt with a supercharger...
PO said he removed the bolt to the right and used it on his manifold. Is this a special bolt or is it easy to track down?
What is this elbow thing? If I grab and wiggle it will move a little and there was some dirty oil surrounding it before I cleaned it up..
From what I can see everything inside is covered by a film of oil. I guess this is why a catch can is advised? How should I go about cleaning this out?
Here are all the parts that he had. Anything that is missing that I will have to track down for install? The part list on the front page is for the second gen so cant go off of that. Also the install guide PDF for thr 1st gen has no part listing plus bad pictures.
Thanks for the help,
Mason
Serial number on it is 000598 and the boost gauge has 98 on the back of it so I'm assuming this unit is quite old. PO said the unit made good boost when he removed it but I think a rebuild is in order before I install on my truck.
I have a few question. Some of them are noobish but first time I have dealt with a supercharger...
PO said he removed the bolt to the right and used it on his manifold. Is this a special bolt or is it easy to track down?
What is this elbow thing? If I grab and wiggle it will move a little and there was some dirty oil surrounding it before I cleaned it up..
From what I can see everything inside is covered by a film of oil. I guess this is why a catch can is advised? How should I go about cleaning this out?
Here are all the parts that he had. Anything that is missing that I will have to track down for install? The part list on the front page is for the second gen so cant go off of that. Also the install guide PDF for thr 1st gen has no part listing plus bad pictures.
Thanks for the help,
Mason
afg10000
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So I picked it up. $500 for all this...
Serial number on it is 000598 and the boost gauge has 98 on the back of it so I'm assuming this unit is quite old. PO said the unit made good boost when he removed it but I think a rebuild is in order before I install on my truck.
I have a few question. Some of them are noobish but first time I have dealt with a supercharger...
PO said he removed the bolt to the right and used it on his manifold. Is this a special bolt or is it easy to track down?
What is this elbow thing? If I grab and wiggle it will move a little and there was some dirty oil surrounding it before I cleaned it up..
From what I can see everything inside is covered by a film of oil. I guess this is why a catch can is advised? How should I go about cleaning this out?
Here are all the parts that he had. Anything that is missing that I will have to track down for install? The part list on the front page is for the second gen so cant go off of that. Also the install guide PDF for thr 1st gen has no part listing plus bad pictures.
Thanks for the help,
Mason
I assume it installs similar to a 2nd gen as far as your bolts and stuff go. Looks like you have the important accessories. Maybe IAC check valve and throttle body gasket? Again, I have a 2nd gen, but I was missing some of the pieces you already have. Sounds like a smokin deal.
maverickhawk
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Mason, Excellent find. Looks used but not abused. I am not an expert, but I believe a rebuild will be simple enough and worth the effort.
Good luck & keep us updated.
Good luck & keep us updated.
lhsoulrebel
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IF a dealership doesn't have one, I read somewhere that you can use certain PCV valves... I don't recall what make and model pcv valve, but a little searching on this forum or yota tech should work. Good luck
lhsoulrebel
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My pulley situation update
I known you guys were all dying to figure out how I resolved my rattling pulley problem
. So, no one on the forum seemed willing to part with their old stock pulley...I get it, a back up is always nice.Therefor I Spent sometime trying to figure out how to order a stock pulley. TRD wouldn't sell me one with out ordering an entire new nose cone... which wouldn't work for me even if I wanted to spend that kind of money... In fact, the only way I could order a new stock pulley from TRD for the Grey supercharger, was by ordering an entirely new supercharger.... effectively making the pulley $3500! I called magnasun, and they wouldn't sell me one either, as TRD has proprietary rights to their products... they didn't even want to talk to me about it! I didn't want to do any fuel mods, as I had the stock pulley running well with out pinging. So I ordered the closest size I could to stock from pullet boys...2.3". Anyway, I'm happy to report that its running great with out any additional fuel mods!! I'm getting about 8-8.5 psi ( I know that, because I finally installed my boost gauge). I can tell its leaning out a bit at high speeds and high rpms, but no more than it used to with the stock pulley. I don't have a way to check AFR's. Because everyone wants to see pics, see below... I did have to invent a tool to remove the pulley nut... what a stupid design!
I known you guys were all dying to figure out how I resolved my rattling pulley problem
. So, no one on the forum seemed willing to part with their old stock pulley...I get it, a back up is always nice.Therefor I Spent sometime trying to figure out how to order a stock pulley. TRD wouldn't sell me one with out ordering an entire new nose cone... which wouldn't work for me even if I wanted to spend that kind of money... In fact, the only way I could order a new stock pulley from TRD for the Grey supercharger, was by ordering an entirely new supercharger.... effectively making the pulley $3500! I called magnasun, and they wouldn't sell me one either, as TRD has proprietary rights to their products... they didn't even want to talk to me about it! I didn't want to do any fuel mods, as I had the stock pulley running well with out pinging. So I ordered the closest size I could to stock from pullet boys...2.3". Anyway, I'm happy to report that its running great with out any additional fuel mods!! I'm getting about 8-8.5 psi ( I know that, because I finally installed my boost gauge). I can tell its leaning out a bit at high speeds and high rpms, but no more than it used to with the stock pulley. I don't have a way to check AFR's. Because everyone wants to see pics, see below... I did have to invent a tool to remove the pulley nut... what a stupid design!Attachments
gamefreakgc
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Ok... I'm running out of ideas. Trying to get the nut off of the supercharger pulley but the thing is on there really tight. I tried heat, oil, oil filter belts, but it's stuck on there really good. Problem is I can't hold the pulley tight enough to torque the nut off. Even used rubbing alcohol to clean the rubber and metal surfaces for extra grip to no avail.
I do not have an impact wrench or access to one, but not sure that would help since I can't hold the pulley still.
Just saw your post, but it looks like you put a hole in the pulley or something? I have to re-use my pulley again though.
I do not have an impact wrench or access to one, but not sure that would help since I can't hold the pulley still.
Just saw your post, but it looks like you put a hole in the pulley or something? I have to re-use my pulley again though.
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shootmymime
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Couldn't have waited? I installed my 2.2 a couple weeks ago. Haha.
How are you getting 8? I'm only reaching 5. And 6 when my 7th injector sprays.
shootmymime
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Keep the belt on it. Wedge something soft I between the pilot and belt (don't want to brake the belt or cause a tear.)
Use a rag and wrap it around the pulley with a death grip.
Be expensive and get an impact or have a shop just brake it loose for you then hand tighten it back on. Then go home and change it.
My stock pokey needed pullers to take it off (even heating the thing). But the urd aluminum one slid right on perfect fit.
CdaleR4000si
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I ordered mine from Camelback, but you ca get it here also...
TRD Replacement Check Valve - One Way (3.4 V6 S/C) PTR26-35042
I think that somewhere in the beginning of this thread, someone mentions that you can also use a PCV from a certain Isuzu model (not sure which one though).
lhsoulrebel
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I drilled 3/4 of an inch into it... The pic tells the rest of the story. I could still use the pulley if it wasn't messed up to begin with. But if you are tring to reuse it, try all the other methods first... Worked like a charm for me though... And I was struggling like you.
lhsoulrebel
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Oh, and I needed a pulley puller and a ball joint fork to remove the damn pulley after I finally got the nut off.
lhsoulrebel
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Ha ha!! Yeah, the noise was driving me nuts, and I was worried the bearings might be getting damaged from the wobbly pulley. I'm getting 8-8.5 psi, because the pulley is 2.3" v 2.37" that's what pulley boys advertised, I was skeptical, but I feel it, and the boost gauge confirms it. It's running well, but I may add a meth kit in a year or so.... I'm trying my best to avoid tuning!
MTD
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I make 6-7 stock, you may want to get your rotor pack recoated.
A.Wilson013
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Finally was able to pull my map for my 7th injector. If anyone needs it just PM me your e-mail and I'll get it sent out.
It was dyno tuned at WOT, and I have tinkered with it some for daily driving.
It runs pretty rich from 2000-3000 RPM, but does not run lean at any point that I have noticed.
Specs of my 4Runner when tuned...
Elevation: Sea level (but seems to be pretty consistent even at higher elevations)
TRD 2nd Gen Supercharger
2.2" Pulley
URD 7th Injector
TRD Exhaust (no headers)
Deckplate, ISR, and "Elbow" mod
Finally was able to pull my map for my 7th injector. If anyone needs it just PM me your e-mail and I'll get it sent out.
It was dyno tuned at WOT, and I have tinkered with it some for daily driving.
It runs pretty rich from 2000-3000 RPM, but does not run lean at any point that I have noticed.
Specs of my 4Runner when tuned...
Elevation: Sea level (but seems to be pretty consistent even at higher elevations)
TRD 2nd Gen Supercharger
2.2" Pulley
URD 7th Injector
TRD Exhaust (no headers)
Deckplate, ISR, and "Elbow" mod
gamefreakgc
Elite Member
I couldn't get it off
I will see if someone has an impact wrench I can borrow at work or if my shop will do it if I stop by. Sucks because all the other threads and how-to's just say something like "just hold the pulley and the nut comes right off". Sure it does!
