lsuMEdesigner
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Background: Ive had 3 fast cars while growing up. 1) 99 WS6TA H/C and spray 2) 92 MR2-T 3) BMW E36 M3. About half way through my engineering degree the funds were running low so decided to get out of the racing scene and purchased a truck that I thought was the slowest saddest little truck possible.
I do not own a XR, but I do own a Silver 2007 Reg Cab Tacoma 2.7L 5 speed manual. Over the last 3 years of college me and the Tacoma have become very close and honestly I really love this truck.
Now that I am officially out of college and working full time I have decided to start my build thread.
Mods currently on truck:
Tinted windows, Tinted lights, fog light mod, airbox mod, front and rear bumpers painted to match, XXI drop coils in front and mono leafs in rear 2/3 drop, QA1 rear struts, Pioneer door speakers, 8in bass tube, XR center console, XR bucket seats.
BUILD PLANS:
I know a lot of people will try and talk me out of this, but I refuse to sell the truck and just buy a XR. Its really more of a sentimental thing then anything.
So the truck will be getting a new motor and trans. My goal is 400hp to the wheels, retain street manners, some auto cross, and some drag racing.
Option 1) LS1/T56- I can get a LS1 for the same cost as a 1GR motor, because where I live Im surrounded by two huge LSX performance shops, so tons of local aftermarket support and help. I would pretty much mimic the LS1 setup I had in my Trans Am with a H/C package which put me at 400hp and an additional shot of spray on the side.
The problems I see with this is having to get rid of the drive by wire electric throttle, custom mounts, possible clearance issues, header selection, oil pan selection, and a wiring headache.
Option 2) 1GR/with 6speed- The cost of motor and trans is about same, but with a 1GR I could use Tacoma mounts, simple wiring, and no modification of subframe.
What do you guys think???
LS1:
Pros- Reach goal NA, can increase power easily, dont have to go in shortblock
Cons- Custom fab, custom wiring, tight fit
1GR:
Pros- easy install, 6speed, remains true Toyota
Cons- Weaker motor, must SC to meet goal
I do not own a XR, but I do own a Silver 2007 Reg Cab Tacoma 2.7L 5 speed manual. Over the last 3 years of college me and the Tacoma have become very close and honestly I really love this truck.
Now that I am officially out of college and working full time I have decided to start my build thread.
Mods currently on truck:
Tinted windows, Tinted lights, fog light mod, airbox mod, front and rear bumpers painted to match, XXI drop coils in front and mono leafs in rear 2/3 drop, QA1 rear struts, Pioneer door speakers, 8in bass tube, XR center console, XR bucket seats.
BUILD PLANS:
I know a lot of people will try and talk me out of this, but I refuse to sell the truck and just buy a XR. Its really more of a sentimental thing then anything.
So the truck will be getting a new motor and trans. My goal is 400hp to the wheels, retain street manners, some auto cross, and some drag racing.
Option 1) LS1/T56- I can get a LS1 for the same cost as a 1GR motor, because where I live Im surrounded by two huge LSX performance shops, so tons of local aftermarket support and help. I would pretty much mimic the LS1 setup I had in my Trans Am with a H/C package which put me at 400hp and an additional shot of spray on the side.
The problems I see with this is having to get rid of the drive by wire electric throttle, custom mounts, possible clearance issues, header selection, oil pan selection, and a wiring headache.
Option 2) 1GR/with 6speed- The cost of motor and trans is about same, but with a 1GR I could use Tacoma mounts, simple wiring, and no modification of subframe.
What do you guys think???
LS1:
Pros- Reach goal NA, can increase power easily, dont have to go in shortblock
Cons- Custom fab, custom wiring, tight fit
1GR:
Pros- easy install, 6speed, remains true Toyota
Cons- Weaker motor, must SC to meet goal
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