Hey I went down to Magnuson yesterday to see if I could check out the TRD 5.7 S/C. They said that everything was boxed up to go out right now, but if I come back in a week or two they will be in production again if I wanted to see them. Everything was good to go and now we are just waiting on TRD. He said HP and TQ were in the 500 range at the Flywheel.

The next step is it being available for pre-order!!

your rcsb looks sick!!!:devil:

magnuson who?

Thanks! Yours is Bad *** too! How are those Deavers treating you Sandcruiser?

Magnuson is the company making the TRD Superchager for the 5.7 and they also made the 4.0 and 3.4 ones.

Magnuson Products, Inc. is the sole exclusive remanufacturer of Eaton superchargers in North America and offers new and remanufactured replacement superchargers for Buick, Oldsmobile, Pontiac, Ford, GM and Jaguar vehicles. (http://www.magnusonproducts.com/)

Check'em out

Thanks! Yours is Bad *** too! How are those Deavers treating you Sandcruiser?



thanks, not as good as expected, just installed them, maybe they need time to break in...But i LOVE the DR and TC stuff.

Right on. I am still waiting for DR to come out with the Rear frame bracing. I talked to them a few weeks ago and they said they should have some more stuff out including rear shocks by the end of the year.

Thanks for sharing this great news! It won't be long now.....:)

I'm guessing there's going to have to be a software upgrade along with the SC as well right? Any info on this yet?

Yes there is actually. My local Toyota Dealer Shop Foreman said, when he saw it a few weeks ago the Rep told him that TRD was working on fine tuning the software to meet CARB Reg's.

cool i got the trd supercharger for my 01 disapointed but hay maybe there better now, cant wait.for the new tundra s/c to come out its bought, hope it comes with a speed limiter upgrade i tried to get it adjusted at the delearship and they told me no way..

This thing is gonna be balls to the wall!

Yeah, and it's surely going to test the rest of the drivetrain :D

I expect to see some transmission related failures with the SC, but what the hey... it's under warranty since it's a toyota designed product :tu:

I'm assuming they will recalibrate the shift points/firmness with this new SC. I'm saving up for mine right now :sleep:

I hope they don't water it down with a heavy dose of torque management, but I'm sure they will. I think we'll still need an aftermarket programmer to pick up the slack.

Pro Comp(made by hypertech) makes a programmer now for the 5.7l tundras i called 4 wheel parts and he wouldnt give a part number but told me it was $359

How much do superchargers usually cost for engines like our 5.7? I just want to know how rich I should be if I want one by the time it comes out.

The TRD s/c for the 4.0L Tacoma is going for around $3700, includes water-air intercooler, injectors, intercooler radiator, brackets, basically the whole package. I'm no expert by any means but I'd guess in the upper 4k range.

Previous mention of the TRD S/C for the 5.7l was in the $5800 range, IIRC.

Previous mention of the TRD S/C for the 5.7l was in the $5800 range, IIRC.

I really hope that figure is off by a few hundred dollars. Because you still have to take in consideration that the dealer charges $75 per hour and this is supposed to be about a 7 hour install so your looking at an extra 500 to 600 dollars.:eek:

I'm sure the blower for the 5.7 will be physically larger, the injectors will be higher capacity and the cooling system will be larger, so I'm sure it will be in the $5000-$5,500 range. That aint bad for a well-designed FI system that will add 100 hp and maintain a factory warranty.

Pro Comp(made by hypertech) makes a programmer now for the 5.7l tundras i called 4 wheel parts and he wouldnt give a part number but told me it was $359

This is big news! More info please. Is there a website with more information? I looked at the 4 wheel parts website and it only lists applications for The Big 3 just like every other site. I don't think Hypertech has releasd the Tundra programmer yet.

:eek:

I'm sure the blower for the 5.7 will be physically larger, the injectors will be higher capacity and the cooling system will be larger, so I'm sure it will be in the $5000-$5,500 range. That aint bad for a well-designed FI system that will add 100 hp and maintain a factory warranty.

The problem is you, me, and about 5 other people are the only people interested in owning one. Where's the market for a supercharger anyway? At some 6k installed are we all going to charge or finance this add-on? From a marketing standpoint, I would think TRD would be in the forum providing updates, and hyping the crap out of this product. /rant off

I could see scraping together 5 grand as it is a one time cost, but I would be curious to see what the first few people who go the s/c route will be getting for fuel economy.

If getting the s/c means you have a 9 mpg city, 12 mpg hwy of 91 octane slurping truck, I might pass since the truck is 60 percent utility and 40 percent casual transportation for me.

What kind of economy did the 3.4l tacoma s/c's get? Those were 20- 22mpg trucks stock as I seem to recall.

I could see scraping together 5 grand as it is a one time cost, but I would be curious to see what the first few people who go the s/c route will be getting for fuel economy.

If getting the s/c means you have a 9 mpg city, 12 mpg hwy of 91 octane slurping truck, I might pass since the truck is 60 percent utility and 40 percent casual transportation for me.

What kind of economy did the 3.4l tacoma s/c's get? Those were 20- 22mpg trucks stock as I seem to recall.

With most of the SC kits I have seen fuel mileage depends upon how disciplined your right foot is....

I looked on Hypertech's web page and they list nothing for the Tundra's.

The problem is you, me, and about 5 other people are the only people interested in owning one. Where's the market for a supercharger anyway? At some 6k installed are we all going to charge or finance this add-on? From a marketing standpoint, I would think TRD would be in the forum providing updates, and hyping the crap out of this product. /rant off
Agreed, they really need a better marketing department over at TRD. Oh and I'll be financing mine:cry:

id say around 4000.. without installation.

hypertech says they dont do any thing for the tundras but i called 4 wheel parts @ 1-877-474-4821 and asked a guy and he assured me they had a prog. for the 5.7l 07 tundras but would not give me a damn part number ! i think procomp has the contract with hypertech that only they can sell it first .... i noticed a "power package" that they sell intake exhaust and programmer for like 1100 bux so i wondered about just the programmer so thats when i called and ya so thats all i know ! hope it helps

hypertech says they dont do any thing for the tundras but i called 4 wheel parts @ 1-877-474-4821 and asked a guy and he assured me they had a prog. for the 5.7l 07 tundras but would not give me a damn part number !

If there are any aftermarket performance parts for the 5.7 Tundras you won't see them until after the SEMA show where they debut the latest and greatest.

BTW - Try shopping @ 4wheelparts.com by using the "shop by truck" option they don't even have the 5.7 or the 4.0 engine option listed all they give you is the 4.7 for the 07 Toyota Tundra ...

So, nothing for the 4.7L?

I'd like a charger, but with school dont think I could afford it. So i'd def. be trying to finance through the parental units. or we could call it the bday and christmas gift for the rest of my life, heck id be fine with that.

hypertech says they dont do any thing for the tundras but i called 4 wheel parts @ 1-877-474-4821 and asked a guy and he assured me they had a prog. for the 5.7l 07 tundras but would not give me a damn part number ! i think procomp has the contract with hypertech that only they can sell it first .... i noticed a "power package" that they sell intake exhaust and programmer for like 1100 bux so i wondered about just the programmer so thats when i called and ya so thats all i know ! hope it helps


That guy didn't know what he was talking about. He probably would have sold you a GM or Ford programmer. Anyway, I think TRD knows that this supercharger will not be a high volume seller, so why spend a ton of money marketing it. Are any of their superchargers flying off the shelves? I doubt it. The true enthusiasts who would buy one already know almost everything there is to know about it until its released. I bet the Tundra supercharger will sell more than the Tacoma and FJ. I believe we will see a lot of tuner Tundras with the supercharger. Also just because a handful of people on this board are interested, doesn't mean there aren't many others who don't frequent this board. Personally, I'm waiting to see the effects on mileage and whether premium fuel is necessary.

I'm waiting to see the effects on mileage and whether premium fuel is necessary.

If you can afford the addon, you can afford the gas.

If you can afford the addon, you can afford the gas.
that is exactly what I was thinking. If you are thinking about wanting that much power, then gas mileage isnt normally a big concern. But it sure would be nice to have a diesel supercharged hybrid, then you could get the best of every world, lol

If you can afford the addon, you can afford the gas.


While that may be true for certain people, the question is, do I NEED that much more power ALL the time? The stock truck with all the bolt-ons, intake, exhaust, headers, programmer, pullies, etc., would be one fast mofo, mid-high 13's. It has all the passing power one would ever need. Now if you're a weekend track warrior, and you want more, would you be willing to deal with poor gas mileage and premium fuel EVERY day just to be able to walk 350z's at the track (or street) once in a blue moon. If not, then nitrous would be a better investment, all the power but only when you need it. With this truck you don't need 500 hp for a daily driver. If, however, the mileage isn't affected greatly and premium is not required (probably will be) and it drives like stock, then I would consider it. The supercharger is a one time investment, but the possible negative side effects would be a constant pain in the ***.

no i called and spoke to another 4 wheel parts store they DO have the programmer for the tundra maybe in a couple weeks i'll get one

While that may be true for certain people, the question is, do I NEED that much more power ALL the time? The stock truck with all the bolt-ons, intake, exhaust, headers, programmer, pullies, etc., would be one fast mofo, mid-high 13's. It has all the passing power one would ever need. Now if you're a weekend track warrior, and you want more, would you be willing to deal with poor gas mileage and premium fuel EVERY day just to be able to walk 350z's at the track (or street) once in a blue moon. If not, then nitrous would be a better investment, all the power but only when you need it. With this truck you don't need 500 hp for a daily driver. If, however, the mileage isn't affected greatly and premium is not required (probably will be) and it drives like stock, then I would consider it. The supercharger is a one time investment, but the possible negative side effects would be a constant pain in the ***.
Sounds like an SC is not for you. If you can't afford the fuel, you shouldn't be wasting money you need for other things, on an S/C.

no i called and spoke to another 4 wheel parts store they DO have the programmer for the tundra maybe in a couple weeks i'll get one

And they would be who?

Link please!

If you can afford the addon, you can afford the gas.

That blanket statement kind of rubs me the wrong way. Even rich people don't like to throw money down a black hole.

Sometimes you need a truck that doesn't need to be refueled three times on a 500 mile trip. My fear is that I would not drive the truck a lot and that a s/c wouldn't be a big gain on resale (I trade vehicles frequently).

That blanket statement kind of rubs me the wrong way. Even rich people don't like to throw money down a black hole.

Sometimes you need a truck that doesn't need to be refueled three times on a 500 mile trip. My fear is that I would not drive the truck a lot and that a s/c wouldn't be a big gain on resale (I trade vehicles frequently).

Exactly. Just because one can afford a supercharger and the extra gas doesn't mean one would want to bother with getting 200 miles per tank versus 300 miles per tank. This would be more of a pain in the *** in having to refuel more often. Please stop making asinine comments like "if you can afford the supercharger you can afford the fuel." My RX8 got about 12-14 mpg and had half the power of my Tundra, so I'm used to paying at the pump.

Exactly. Just because one can afford a supercharger and the extra gas doesn't mean one would want to bother with getting 200 miles per tank versus 300 miles per tank. This would be more of a pain in the *** in having to refuel more often. Please stop making asinine comments like "if you can afford the supercharger you can afford the fuel." My RX8 got about 12-14 mpg and had half the power of my Tundra, so I'm used to paying at the pump.

So you're saying you can afford the gas, and you can afford the S/C, but filling at the pump would be too much trouble? If you want zero "hassle", then a S/C probably still isn't for you.

That blanket statement kind of rubs me the wrong way. Even rich people don't like to throw money down a black hole.

Sometimes you need a truck that doesn't need to be refueled three times on a 500 mile trip. My fear is that I would not drive the truck a lot and that a s/c wouldn't be a big gain on resale (I trade vehicles frequently).

jeez 500 mile trip on 1 tank must have put a redbull in the tank. I have to fill up every 300 miles or less!!!!! my truck is a little modified:rolleyes: doesn't the FJ fun 94 oc? stock?

LoL I love how everyone always starts bickering about every little thing!

Dude about that "programmer"...

Has anyone every made a programmer for any Toyota or Nissan? Usually its a software update and you have to take out your ECU. Maybe they finnaly will have one though now. Who knows.

As for mileage... whats that? I don't even check mine anymore. When the lights on I fill up. End of story. All you lucky DC guys with your Mileage LCD displays!

Why is everyone always so worried about MILEAGE!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Get a Prius!!!!!!!!

sorry guys i posted on page 2 of this topic but "THEY" would be 4wheelparts.com but you have to actually call them to find out about the programmer their # is 1-877-474-4821 and also when u call or go to their website make sure to sign up for the free OFF ROAD ADVENTURE magazine you get it free for 2 years it's paid for by 4 wheelparts and they are VERY high on the tundras they are doin a build up on one now wheels,brakes,cold,air intake ect....... they also have a "power package" at 4wheelparts.com that has intake programmer and a catback exhaust for like $1050 but the programmer is an actual programmer not a chip or nothing it plugs in to the OBDII port and changes stuff like speed gov. tire size. and power upgrade (how much doesnt say)

It must be a handheld programmer like Hypertech/Superchips/SCT; I emailed both Hypertech and Superchips and was told they do not have anything for the Tundra yet..I would like to know what can you change with the "programmer" they offer..and since I already have a CAI/exhaust what the programmer alone costs...

As far as price, I paid $4800 to get on a preorder list.

awesome that price isnt that bad, is there an estimated release date?

read that Gale banks is coming out with a programmer.. along with headers and CAI.. (their catback is already available)

I could see scraping together 5 grand as it is a one time cost, but I would be curious to see what the first few people who go the s/c route will be getting for fuel economy.

If getting the s/c means you have a 9 mpg city, 12 mpg hwy of 91 octane slurping truck, I might pass since the truck is 60 percent utility and 40 percent casual transportation for me.

What kind of economy did the 3.4l tacoma s/c's get? Those were 20- 22mpg trucks stock as I seem to recall.

My 3.4 4runner with the TRD blower, intake and exhaust started stock getting about 16 city and 19-21 highway. It is a manual and it got worse mileage than my sister's 2000 3.4 auto 4runner which gets more like 22 or so hw. Once the blower was on, feathering on the hw, I was lucky to get 17 or 18 mpg, and God forbid there were hills. City was depended on your foot, but not flooring it everywhere (hard to do), I got between 10-12 mpg consistantly. Just to give you an idea, add 100 hp, if the tune was PERFECT, counting in drag to turn the charger, you can expect to lose at least 3 mpg city and will probably be very close to stock on the hw. Remember that with the charger, your truck will almost NEVER downshift even uphill.

Josh

Latest delivery was March/April. That was as of Monday.

Latest delivery was March/April. That was as of Monday.

Uh-huh... Pardon my skepticism. It's not you, it's just that TRD has not been known to be any where near their delivery dates for new SCs.

Uh-huh... Pardon my skepticism. It's not you, it's just that TRD has not been known to be any where near their delivery dates for new SCs.
Ditto, take their original "estimated" date and add about 2 years to it. So we might see it the summer of 09. At least you get plenty of time to save your money, if you can even do that, know I have a hard time. Sure hope I'm wrong about this...

Well, I for one have NO problem with this delayed date. TRD did nothing more than shid the bed on the 3.4 charger. No intercooler, no fuel management, no fuel pump, no injectors. It was a "direct bolt up and go" design that put my AFR in the 15's at 5-7 lbs. Good thing I built my own. I think that Manguson Products and TRD are on track to out-do themselves with this one. And I know Toyota will not have nearly as much luck with this 5.7 holding up like my 3.4 did. That engine was a TANK internally. Anyone know if there is a writeup anywhere that discuss what our internals are made up of? (ie. sleeved, forged pistons rods and/or crank, cast, picture of the internals?). 10.2:1 is not going to be pretty on boost. Its probably a good thing we have E15 out these days, the alcohol should help us from detonating as much. It would be killer of the software upgrade also worked timing, I know my 3.4 was balls out stock timing even blown (36 degrees advance at WOT and 13psi with my upgraded pulley). not sure this engine will take that either.

Josh

You're absoutely right about the 3.4. I had one in my Tacoma as well. But it looks like TRD figured it out if the 4.0 liter s/c they just released is any indication:

Intercooler
Injectors
Spark plugs
Reprogramming

Sounds like a real s/c kit now.

You're absoutely right about the 3.4. I had one in my Tacoma as well. But it looks like TRD figured it out if the 4.0 liter s/c they just released is any indication:

Intercooler
Injectors
Spark plugs
Reprogramming

Sounds like a real s/c kit now.

Ditto, and I wonder if anyone has checked out their AFR's on the truck with the kit, injectors, programmer and spark plugs installed? Wonder how well tuned it is...

Josh

Well, I for one have NO problem with this delayed date. TRD did nothing more than shid the bed on the 3.4 charger. No intercooler, no fuel management, no fuel pump, no injectors. It was a "direct bolt up and go" design that put my AFR in the 15's at 5-7 lbs. Good thing I built my own. I think that Manguson Products and TRD are on track to out-do themselves with this one. And I know Toyota will not have nearly as much luck with this 5.7 holding up like my 3.4 did. That engine was a TANK internally. Anyone know if there is a writeup anywhere that discuss what our internals are made up of? (ie. sleeved, forged pistons rods and/or crank, cast, picture of the internals?). 10.2:1 is not going to be pretty on boost. Its probably a good thing we have E15 out these days, the alcohol should help us from detonating as much. It would be killer of the software upgrade also worked timing, I know my 3.4 was balls out stock timing even blown (36 degrees advance at WOT and 13psi with my upgraded pulley). not sure this engine will take that either.
Josh

I agree with you here. My 974Runner: S/C, Supra 314cc injectors, Greddy Ultimate FIC, DeckPlate Mod with Amsoil filter, Downey OffRoad Headers, Jardine(Doug Thorley) CatBack, Level 10 Valve Body and torque converter, Supra Turbo MAS and a killer stereo(doesn't make it faster, just feels that way)
.....and my engine has been bullet proof. I can't ask more of it right now. I actually get better gas milage when I stay out of the floor with the right foot. I have averaged 1.8 mpg better than when it was stock. I have to put premium in it if I run it hard, but daily it takes mid-grade. I have seen as much as 3mpg on the highway with premium. The performance is worlds above the stock 175hp...need to get my lazy butt to a dyno for true numbers, but should be around 300hp I'm guessing.
Now--as it relates to TRD and our much anticipated 5.7 charger....We all need to keep in mind that Toyota didn't own TRD until fairly recently. TRD was able to do all their own stuff and granted it was tough because the consumption of the S/C was fairly low, they did do a pretty good job considering. TRD was working with Toyota on the s/c application and knew about the lean out/pinging problems when they sent the s/c to market. Toyota choose to do nothing to help TRD with it and TRD simply did not have the money if you believe them. Now that Toyota owns them, they are reworking the TRD concept yet again. Their thoughts on the S/C are to dumb them down considerably and require us to go to the tuner market and get upgrades. Believe me, they learned what it was like to replace a blown engine or 100 with the 3.4 application and they don't want those warranty headaches again. You will probably see the S/C come out with an oversized pulley to keep the compression ridiculously low and the software with make the application pretty retarded compared to the underlying IQ of its potential. I am sure the warranty on the new 5.7S/C will be very clear about doing ANYTHING to the system or your warranty, on the whole drivetrain, will go out the window. With the upgrades that my 3.4 required to just maintain it's drivetrain, and the 5.7 being a marshmellow in comparison, I will await the first adopters and see what smokes out first!;);)

Ditto, and I wonder if anyone has checked out their AFR's on the truck with the kit, injectors, programmer and spark plugs installed? Wonder how well tuned it is...

Josh

Back when I used to visit customtacos.com more often I remember reading that it was actually very well tuned and the afr was right were it was supposed to be.

So i called 4 wheel Parts today and the guy said he's 100% sure they do NOT carry a programmer for the 5.7 tundra and whoever started that rumor was misinformed. i was ready to order and have it over nighted too! Ruined my morning...

I was told today that the 5.7 SC should be out in 3 weeks! I hope this really goes through!

My direct source is the man in charge of the 5.7 SC Project at Magnuson in Ventura. Magnuson is the company making the 5.7 SC for TRD.

Sweet!!!:D

I was told today that the 5.7 SC should be out in 3 weeks! I hope this really goes through!

My direct source is the man in charge of the 5.7 SC Project at Magnuson in Ventura. Magnuson is the company making the 5.7 SC for TRD.

Sweet!!!:D

This is great news indeed, maybe I'll save my money for this instead of the drop kit. I'll wait the 3 weeks and see what happens, God I hope your right lol

Tell me about it! I don't know about you but I think about the SC at least a few times everyday!

I almost would have had my Ground Force kit on yesterday but the place I was getting it from had a crew cab one. My new one should be here on wed of this coming week. I am going to run Bilstein HD's up front with the new coils. My custom 2 piece 22x10 30lb wheels are about 6 weeks out. I am going to run 305/40/22's. Can't wait!

Check out the wheels here. Pro Wheels (http://prowheels.net/rims.html) They are the ones called Boost in the top left corner.

Tell me about it! I don't know about you but I think about the SC at least a few times everyday!

I almost would have had my Ground Force kit on yesterday but the place I was getting it from had a crew cab one. My new one should be here on wed of this coming week. I am going to run Bilstein HD's up front with the new coils. My custom 2 piece 22x10 30lb wheels are about 6 weeks out. I am going to run 305/40/22's. Can't wait!

Check out the wheels here. Pro Wheels (http://prowheels.net/rims.html) They are the ones called Boost in the top left corner.

Not quite everyday but a few times a week, man something must be wrong with us lol. Can't wait to see your truck with the lowering kit and those wheels are sick! You'll have the nicest looking Tundra on here for sure, at least until I catch up;)

the 3.4 s/c was a joke. i had an 00 w/ manual and the gas mileage was horrible. less than 10 in the city and 14 or so on the highway max. was fun as hell to drive. traded it on on the tundra and a week later the s/c blew and trashed the engine

Tell me about it! I don't know about you but I think about the SC at least a few times everyday!

I almost would have had my Ground Force kit on yesterday but the place I was getting it from had a crew cab one. My new one should be here on wed of this coming week. I am going to run Bilstein HD's up front with the new coils. My custom 2 piece 22x10 30lb wheels are about 6 weeks out. I am going to run 305/40/22's. Can't wait!

Check out the wheels here. Pro Wheels (http://prowheels.net/rims.html) They are the ones called Boost in the top left corner.

Very nice! Would you mind sharing what those wheels will cost? I like the Magg's myself. Those are also pretty light wheels for the size. You might pick up some mileage from this mod. Not sure what your current wheels/tires weigh, but I'm guessing you may drop about 8-12 pounds per wheel. Rotational mass, that could put you at around ~ 30 - 50 pounds total. That can add up to quicker acceleration, and breaking too. Can't wait to see pics of them on your ride. It is already a sweet looking truck.

The wheels I am getting through a friend connection for a very good deal. $600 a piece and that includes Black anodizing. $2400 OTD. The cheapest 22'' Billet wheel I could find otherwise was $960 each plus tax. I'm stoked.

So what else do you have planned for your truck sfz? Were gonna be rolling around on some all around SRT10 killers! Get the BBK for sure before you get going to fast!

So what else do you have planned for your truck sfz? Were gonna be rolling around on some all around SRT10 killers! Get the BBK for sure before you get going to fast!
Performance wise I'll be adding JBA headers and the supercharger when it comes out. As far as looks go, I did the black head light mod today and installed grill and de-badged last weekend. Hope to get lowered and windows tinted soon. I'd like to get some nice wheels like yours but that'll have to wait. That BBK looks nice but I can't see paying that much for it right now. Killing SRT10s will be fun though, I figure we'll be in the high 12s with our mods. We need to start a site for RCSB Tundras or something.....anyway, I'll be keeping an eye on your truck:tu: