A guide to Toyota Supra turbos and other upgrades

If you’re the proud new owner – or existing owner – of a Toyota Supra, congratulations. This iconic car is a one-of-a-kind way to hit the road and take your drive time to a whole new level. However, as amazing as your original Supra is, there are always ways to up the ante in terms of your driving experience. Let’s talk Toyota Supra upgrades.

How to choose parts like Toyota Supra turbos, exhausts, and air intakes

There are so many upgrades available for your Orlando Toyota Supra. You can enhance performance, technology, and aesthetics… the options are endless, but we’re focusing on performance as that seems to be the most popular type of upgrade for this incredible Toyota.

Picking a Toyota Supra Exhaust

When you’re choosing a Toyota Supra exhaust, it’s critical that you know WHY you want it before you start shopping. A new exhaust system can make your car sound louder and more aggressive, improve airflow to your engine for more power, and even improve fuel efficiency. Here are some things to keep in mind when choosing a new Toyota Supra exhaust system:

• Choose a quality material. Most exhaust systems are made of stainless steel or aluminized steel. Stainless steel is durable, and it’s resistant to rust, high temperatures, and corrosive environments. Aluminized steel is cheaper and very lightweight, but it’s not as durable as stainless steel.
• Consider the piping diameter. You should also consider the piping diameter of your new Toyota Supra exhaust. Piping that is too narrow or too wide can affect how exhaust gasses flow, which affects performance. Ask one of our Toyota of Orlando techs which piping diameter is best for you.
• Think about installation. You want to make sure that the Toyota Supra exhaust system that you choose is specific to the model and year of your car for an easy installation that doesn’t involve cutting and welding. Make sure your mechanic knows what they’re doing when it comes to installation.

Choosing a Toyota Supra Turbo

Turbocharged options are becoming increasingly popular for models across the Toyota market – even the new Toyota Highlander has a turbocharged engine under the hood. Turbochargers increase both power and torque in a car by increasing airflow and fuel into the engine via forced induction.

Not sure how to choose a Toyota Supra turbo? Here are some tips:

• Have a target horsepower range picked out ahead of time – what are you aiming for? The biggest turbo out there might actually not be the best choice for you – you may not have enough traction or a big enough engine to handle it.
• Think about thermodynamics. You obviously want to maximize forced induction to increase power, but not at the risk of raising temperatures too high and damaging something under the hood.
• Make sure you choose the right compressor for your Toyota Supra turbo. You want a compressor that can push the most air into your engine’s cylinders, but you also want to ensure that it’s doing it efficiently.

Still not sure how to go about choosing the right Toyota Supra turbo system? Let the pros at Toyota of Orlando help you choose the BEST one for your driving needs and your vehicle.

Settling on a Toyota Supra air intake

A Toyota Supra air intake system works similarly to a turbo or exhaust – it uses air to create more power. Air intake combines a series of airflow tubes and an air filter to push more oxygen into your engine. This extra oxygen enhances the combustion inside of your engine, which leads to a performance that’s both more powerful and more efficient. Here are some things to consider when choosing a Toyota Supra air intake:

• Cold air intakes are preferable to all of the performance aficionados out there. Cold air is richer in oxygen, which enhances combustion better.
• There are two types of style when it comes to cold air intake – short ram and true.
  • A short ram system requires less fabrication work because it makes accessing the air filter easier.
  • A true cold air intake pushes the air as far forward as possible, and might require more “plumbing” and fabrication.
• Make sure you choose a Toyota Supra air intake that’s specific to your car’s model and year. If it isn’t compatible, you’re going to have a hard time getting it installed and working.
• Heat-resistant materials are important when choosing your air intake. Remember, cold air has more oxygen, so you want it to stay cold on its way into the engine.
• Straight hoses in the system are more efficient with airflow than curved hoses, so consider how the tubing will flow in your Toyota Supra air intake before purchasing.
• Make sure that the system you choose is weather-resistant and protected from water. Water that gets sucked into the system can lead to catastrophic engine failure.

Get help with all of your Toyota Supra aftermarket parts today

Ready to shop parts for your Orlando Toyota sports car? Call or visit Toyota of Orlando today. We’re conveniently located just off I-4 near the Millenia Mall at 3575 Vineland Road, and you can reach us seven days a week at (407) 298-0001.