3rd & 4th Generation (1992–1996 & 1997–2001)Toyota Camry Discussion for years: 1992-1996 & 1997-2001
Topics of discussion range from fuel economy, safety, modifications, performance all involving America's favorite family car, the Toyota Camry.
Hi, guys I'm new to the forums but I have a stock 99 camry le 2.2. the only thing I have done engine wise/body wise is replace the stock air filter with an k&n air filter and upgrade the headlights to sylvania and added a oe style spoiler. Are there any relatively cheap/inexpensive DIY upgrades that me (very low to none car experience) could do that could improve take off speed /hp and or overall performance/gas mpg? thanks in advance
Yes you could get uprgarde from the stock airbox to a short ram intake and maybe get a new muffler welded on. But thats more for sound your not really gonna get any noteicable performance.
to your ? quangtran89 I'm not really sure was just looking for some ideas, I've been trying to find oem 14" toyota alloy wheels new with the center caps but no luck, just trying to up it a little but keep it stock for the most part, I know about the short ram intake, but was asking about the little things
sorry to dissapoint but theres nothing cheap you can do that would make any differance. a good tune up would be your best bet. things liek intake/exhaust on an auto 2.2 will be more for sound and looks then perormance.
Hi, guys I'm new to the forums but I have a stock 99 camry le 2.2. the only thing I have done engine wise/body wise is replace the stock air filter with an k&n air filter and upgrade the headlights to sylvania and added a oe style spoiler. Are there any relatively cheap/inexpensive DIY upgrades that me (very low to none car experience) could do that could improve take off speed /hp and or overall performance/gas mpg? thanks in advance
Adam
For a car that old a good tune up is probably the best - and cheapest - way to get some easy hp. None of these are DIY for a complete novice, but here's a quick checklist of things which you should get a competent mechanic to look at for you:
- Injectors: dirty or worn injectors can steal a lot of power from your engine
- Spark plugs/ignition timing
- Timing belt: this should be replaced every 60 or 70 thousand miles if memory serves, it could affect performance and mpg
Finally, if you really want to go deep, have the mechanic take off the head and polish the cylinders. 10 years worth of carbon deposits can really sap some performance and mileage from your car.
Apart from that last tip, all of these things are relatively inexpensive. You should get anywhere from 5 to 25 hp recovered from your original engine power, especially if the injectors are too beaten up!
For a car that old a good tune up is probably the best - and cheapest - way to get some easy hp. None of these are DIY for a complete novice, but here's a quick checklist of things which you should get a competent mechanic to look at for you:
- Injectors: dirty or worn injectors can steal a lot of power from your engine
- Spark plugs/ignition timing
- Timing belt: this should be replaced every 60 or 70 thousand miles if memory serves, it could affect performance and mpg
Finally, if you really want to go deep, have the mechanic take off the head and polish the cylinders. 10 years worth of carbon deposits can really sap some performance and mileage from your car.
Apart from that last tip, all of these things are relatively inexpensive. You should get anywhere from 5 to 25 hp recovered from your original engine power, especially if the injectors are too beaten up!
Ehh 25 hp is a bit far off. Maybe like 3 lol. Yeah these are all good tips, just getting the heads cleaned would just be easier by sucking in some seafoam and gunning it a few times. Pretty much just do the SeaFoam treatment and then wires/plugs and youll be getting all you can out of it ( stock anyways).
Pour at least half a can of seafoam into half a tank or less of gas, and drive it as low as you feel safe with ( almost empty) and thatll clean your injectors up.
The timing belt doesnt affect performance or mpg unless your timing off (aka your car runs like complete crap or doesn't run at all)
not that I'm going to, but would it even be possible to put a supercharger in it? I know it would be kind of dumb but I was just curious
Yes you can. RippModds in Staten Island, NY use to make them kits. You just gonna gave to find them in the classifieds. But IMO turbo is the way to go.
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turbo is the way to go but as many will say...unless you put alot of time and money into doing it right...its not worth it. most of the turbo 5sfes that have come round in the past have been budget ones and only produce numbers around the stock V6. not that it cant be dont right with great results. but most didnt have the money or knowledge to make that happen.
First off - make sure your car is properly maintained - tune up, wheels run straight, tires properly inflated. Not only will performance be restored, but your fuel mileage will increase
Whatever DOES need replacing - UPGRADE IT!
If your springs/shocks are gone - lower it. Need a Tune up - use premium parts
For the cheap upgrades
-"Swiss Cheese" your air filter box
-lose all the excess weight you can. If you got CAA - dump all the spare tire stuff (DIY FREE)
-delete the resonator and up the exhaust piping 1/4" ($100-200)
-Home Depot Lip kit ($25)
-stiffen the chassis with some strut bars ($50-$100)
the extra HP#s arent great - but at least it'll feel tighter, sound nicer, run smotther. Together - it'll feel faster.
Half the cars out there only have suspension, intakes and exhausts - then weighed down with 100lb subwoofers in the trunk. But yet - it feels faster than stock to the owner
Ehh 25 hp is a bit far off. Maybe like 3 lol. Yeah these are all good tips, just getting the heads cleaned would just be easier by sucking in some seafoam and gunning it a few times. Pretty much just do the SeaFoam treatment and then wires/plugs and youll be getting all you can out of it ( stock anyways).
I believe he was referring to a port and polish job, which on a 5s-fe would dramatically increase power.
On any account, your best bet is making a custom intake, advancing your timing, and getting a good tune up
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