Building my own is-F, Tom's s/c kit
03-19-08, 04:16 PM
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thats a very spiffy engine cover, hey guys he knows we all want the numbers, if im not mistaken some where on here he said he didn't like to post on here because its alwasy so negative, maybe if we all play nice then we will get what we want, yeah the model chick is hott!
03-19-08, 04:50 PM
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I believe that this occurred before my time on the forum....
But, from what's been mentioned on similar threads since, a lot of people were "disappointed" in the results, and decided to flame the owners of the cars, saying that the gains weren't worth the money, etc etc etc, instead of commending the owners for being (for lack of better terms) guinea pigs for technology.
But, from what's been mentioned on similar threads since, a lot of people were "disappointed" in the results, and decided to flame the owners of the cars, saying that the gains weren't worth the money, etc etc etc, instead of commending the owners for being (for lack of better terms) guinea pigs for technology.
03-19-08, 04:56 PM
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i believe he has an unlocked JDM ecu with the TOM's supercharger, yielding more gains then a stock US-spec ECU. this car is unique......and i would like to see some numbers also.
Lucky lady!
03-19-08, 07:33 PM
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To all buds reading this,
There are many concerns I have regarding the Tom's s/c kit. The two most concerns are:
1. $20k engine mod means secret receipt.
2. I am a slave at work; I feel working 25 hrs per day and 8 days a week. I don't feel good going home at 10p and take pics to show off in a forum. I don't have time to wash the car for car shows and I don't carry a camera when in car shows. I am sorry because I am too busy.
Thanks to FFTEC, the s/c kit is done and in full working condition and very stable. No engine check light and was setup for 100 octane to follow JDM standard and reduce other risks. If you care, it is about 5.5 psi @ 2500 rpm, or nearly 50+ rwhp added to the car.
I am very happy overall with Tom's S/C, and I made a lot of oversea friends in this project. To guys who put speed mods on priority, the Tom's S/C is not a good approach for sure. For me I am not into speed since the day I pick up this car. Knowing sti and evo are always the better platforms to grow muscles, I pick a Lex because I love Toyota.
I knew Tom's S/C won't have a big gain before I start it, because I was at TOM'S HQ checking out the outcome before I ordered it. I want it because I love JDM. I have JDM cancer...
Joseph
ps. I love Rolex but I know Casio is a better watch. Life is complicated and things are not always about money.
There are many concerns I have regarding the Tom's s/c kit. The two most concerns are:
1. $20k engine mod means secret receipt.
2. I am a slave at work; I feel working 25 hrs per day and 8 days a week. I don't feel good going home at 10p and take pics to show off in a forum. I don't have time to wash the car for car shows and I don't carry a camera when in car shows. I am sorry because I am too busy.
Thanks to FFTEC, the s/c kit is done and in full working condition and very stable. No engine check light and was setup for 100 octane to follow JDM standard and reduce other risks. If you care, it is about 5.5 psi @ 2500 rpm, or nearly 50+ rwhp added to the car.
I am very happy overall with Tom's S/C, and I made a lot of oversea friends in this project. To guys who put speed mods on priority, the Tom's S/C is not a good approach for sure. For me I am not into speed since the day I pick up this car. Knowing sti and evo are always the better platforms to grow muscles, I pick a Lex because I love Toyota.
I knew Tom's S/C won't have a big gain before I start it, because I was at TOM'S HQ checking out the outcome before I ordered it. I want it because I love JDM. I have JDM cancer...
Joseph
ps. I love Rolex but I know Casio is a better watch. Life is complicated and things are not always about money.
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03-20-08, 02:29 AM
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2. I am a slave at work; I feel working 25 hrs per day and 8 days a week. I don't feel good going home at 10p and take pics to show off in a forum. I don't have time to wash the car for car shows and I don't carry a camera when in car shows. I am sorry because I am too busy.
Blasphemy! Lexus is not a Toyota!
My wife is Japanese.
03-21-08, 02:28 AM
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I just found this from another forum...
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This will be my last entry in this tread. I will get better pics when I have a chance. I just moved and I need some weekends to settle.
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This will be my last entry in this tread. I will get better pics when I have a chance. I just moved and I need some weekends to settle.
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03-21-08, 05:03 AM
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So long you enjoy it that is all that matters Took some **** to step up and try this out the way i look at it! I would like to do something myself. Funny i was at the Acura dealer last nite having the techs help me out and they where all like...lets figure away to get this thing more!! lol...i told them i wish!
Enjoy the ride! Looks great i might add!!
PS...send us some nice weather in Chicago! Its snowing today
Took some **** to step up and try this out the way i look at it! I would like to do something myself. Funny i was at the Acura dealer last nite having the techs help me out and they where all like...lets figure away to get this thing more!! lol...i told them i wish! Enjoy the ride! Looks great i might add!!
PS...send us some nice weather in Chicago! Its snowing today
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