i`m new here and need a good advice for upgrading my fantasma

fantasma87 · 10-02-2010, 06:32 PM

i have a 87 supra 5 speed, i will upgraded with a walbro 255 pump , rc 550 injectors , lightweighted flywheel "14 pounds" , new intercooler and hks type bov , 3" exhaust system and the fuel regulator . I`m deployed in Iraq right now but as soon I get to the states I will start putting it together. I need to know what else I can get to improve it. It got the stock turbo and I will change the head gasket for a HKS one and the head studs. thank you , Q

89ST · 10-04-2010, 09:32 PM

Hey, I figured i'd return the favor.

Those upgrades sound like a great start. When you do the flywheel you'll want to put a stronger clutch in to hold the increase in power you'll be attaining. Also supra-store.com has a really nice one piece aluminum drive shaft that helps lighten up the drive train for much quicker response. I would consider upgrading the suspension so that it can handle the increased power (so the car doesn't squat so hard when you throttle it). A nice electronic boost controller will go very well with the increased fuel flow.

89ST · 10-04-2010, 09:34 PM

oh, and with the larger injectors and the high flow fuel pump you'll want to run the maf off a lexus v8. this upgrade will also allow you to run more boost(from that nice boost controller!!) with out hitting fuel cut.

and if you really wanna have fun. upgraded cam shafts with adjustable timing gears are fun..

fantasma87 · 10-04-2010, 10:07 PM

hey man that sound good, i`ll check the drive shaft and any specific boost control you can recomend me. thanks a lot. Q

89ST · 10-05-2010, 12:11 AM

nothing specific no. But the supra store.com web site has pretty quality stuff. Now you'll notice the manual boost controllers are cheaper. and they do work but with an electronic bc you'll spool a lot quicker and peek boost will hold once reached. with manual the boost will start to fade as the rpm's climb near the top of the rev range. This is because the load on the engine decreases, and boost is directly related to load.

89ST · 10-05-2010, 12:14 AM

when you do purchase your exhaust.

Get the turbo back hks super dragger. Don't got for a cat back system. The Hks super dragger has a great sound(not stupid loud) and i know some people that have gained almost 30WHP with the addition of that system. Again available on supra store

btwilson86 · 10-05-2010, 03:48 AM

Dang 89ST, I hope suprastore.com is paying you much $$$ for all the advertising you're giving them lol

This isn't really performance specific, but make sure when you start doing all of your work you don't neglect your trans and diff gear oil. And I'd recommend running a synthetic oil (my preference is Royal Purple). The reduced friction allows a cooler running engine, not to mention it being a lot smoother and revving *slightly* quicker

89ST · 10-05-2010, 04:52 AM

that would be nice if they were!! its just a good spot to get parts that isn't ebay. and its vehicle specific so I've found it really helpful. thought i would share it..

fantasma87 · 10-05-2010, 02:39 PM

hey 89st thanks for the info on the site. i`ll be checking it during the day. i`m deployed in Iraq right know and still have a few months here so it will be nice to check parts around. CANT WAIT TO GET BACK HOME AND START WORKING ON MY FANTASMA. THANK BRO . Q

kamikazemkiii · 10-05-2010, 05:40 PM

Be careful were you shop, I wouldnt suggest buying from suprastore. I have a EBC upgraded turbo that fits stock manifold and down pipe, down pipes, clutch. Let me know what u might need im parting my supra and its all going.

10-02-2010, 06:32 PM	#1
fantasma87 3" Exhaust Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: kansas Posts: 166	i`m new here and need a good advice for upgrading my fantasma i have a 87 supra 5 speed, i will upgraded with a walbro 255 pump , rc 550 injectors , lightweighted flywheel "14 pounds" , new intercooler and hks type bov , 3" exhaust system and the fuel regulator . I`m deployed in Iraq right now but as soon I get to the states I will start putting it together. I need to know what else I can get to improve it. It got the stock turbo and I will change the head gasket for a HKS one and the head studs. thank you , Q __________________ Nice 87 Supra, Pearl white, targa top, 5 spd, 7mgte ARMY STRONG !! La fiebre Boricua Puerto Rico!!!

10-04-2010, 10:07 PM	#4
fantasma87 3" Exhaust Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: kansas Posts: 166	hey man that sound good, i`ll check the drive shaft and any specific boost control you can recomend me. thanks a lot. Q __________________ Nice 87 Supra, Pearl white, targa top, 5 spd, 7mgte ARMY STRONG !! La fiebre Boricua Puerto Rico!!!

10-05-2010, 03:48 AM	#7
btwilson86 Super Moderator Join Date: May 2007 Location: Billings, Montana Posts: 1,034	Dang 89ST, I hope suprastore.com is paying you much $$$ for all the advertising you're giving them lol This isn't really performance specific, but make sure when you start doing all of your work you don't neglect your trans and diff gear oil. And I'd recommend running a synthetic oil (my preference is Royal Purple). The reduced friction allows a cooler running engine, not to mention it being a lot smoother and revving slightly quicker __________________ 1989 7MGTE R154 Targa Top White Package w/Blue Interior Driftmotion 57trim CT26, Upgraded Intercooler, 2.25" Hard Pipes, 3" Turbo Back Exhaust with Test Pipe, HKS VPC w/GM 3 bar MAP sensor, APEXi S-AFC, Walbro 255lph fuel pump, ProSport EVO Series Boost / Fuel Pressure / AFR gauges, Lotek a Pillar Gauge Pod, HKS Type 0 Turbo Timer, Eibach Lowering Springs, Tokico Illumina II TEMS struts, custom powder coated Motegi Racing TrakLite wheels

10-05-2010, 02:39 PM	#9
fantasma87 3" Exhaust Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: kansas Posts: 166	hey 89st thanks for the info on the site. i`ll be checking it during the day. i`m deployed in Iraq right know and still have a few months here so it will be nice to check parts around. CANT WAIT TO GET BACK HOME AND START WORKING ON MY FANTASMA. THANK BRO . Q __________________ Nice 87 Supra, Pearl white, targa top, 5 spd, 7mgte ARMY STRONG !! La fiebre Boricua Puerto Rico!!!

10-04-2010, 09:32 PM	#2
89ST Intake Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Hamilton Ontario Posts: 40	Hey, I figured i'd return the favor. Those upgrades sound like a great start. When you do the flywheel you'll want to put a stronger clutch in to hold the increase in power you'll be attaining. Also supra-store.com has a really nice one piece aluminum drive shaft that helps lighten up the drive train for much quicker response. I would consider upgrading the suspension so that it can handle the increased power (so the car doesn't squat so hard when you throttle it). A nice electronic boost controller will go very well with the increased fuel flow.

10-04-2010, 09:34 PM	#3
89ST Intake Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Hamilton Ontario Posts: 40	oh, and with the larger injectors and the high flow fuel pump you'll want to run the maf off a lexus v8. this upgrade will also allow you to run more boost(from that nice boost controller!!) with out hitting fuel cut. and if you really wanna have fun. upgraded cam shafts with adjustable timing gears are fun..

10-05-2010, 12:11 AM	#5
89ST Intake Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Hamilton Ontario Posts: 40	nothing specific no. But the supra store.com web site has pretty quality stuff. Now you'll notice the manual boost controllers are cheaper. and they do work but with an electronic bc you'll spool a lot quicker and peek boost will hold once reached. with manual the boost will start to fade as the rpm's climb near the top of the rev range. This is because the load on the engine decreases, and boost is directly related to load.

10-05-2010, 12:14 AM	#6
89ST Intake Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Hamilton Ontario Posts: 40	when you do purchase your exhaust. Get the turbo back hks super dragger. Don't got for a cat back system. The Hks super dragger has a great sound(not stupid loud) and i know some people that have gained almost 30WHP with the addition of that system. Again available on supra store

10-05-2010, 04:52 AM	#8
89ST Intake Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Hamilton Ontario Posts: 40	that would be nice if they were!! its just a good spot to get parts that isn't ebay. and its vehicle specific so I've found it really helpful. thought i would share it..

10-05-2010, 05:40 PM	#10
kamikazemkiii 3" Exhaust Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: raleigh Posts: 138	Be careful were you shop, I wouldnt suggest buying from suprastore. I have a EBC upgraded turbo that fits stock manifold and down pipe, down pipes, clutch. Let me know what u might need im parting my supra and its all going.