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bevan papsmeek · 02-07-2005, 02:53 AM

Hi everyone,

I just bought a 2001 wagon and would like to hear from anyone who has advice regarding engine modifications. I am contemplating fitting a turbo or supercharger at about 6psi boost, but not sure which way to go - has anyone done this here? I have a 6 speed sequential Hewland gearbox out of the old Camry Super Tourer that ran a couple of years back which will fit with a little bit of jiggling and will take the horsepower OK.

I'm not sure if I should lose the carbon clutch though - has anyone ever driven a car with a carbon clutch, I hear they are a bit 'on/off' in operation?

This will be a daily driver from school and back each day, so I'm undecided if I should fit 19" wheels - they might attract too much attention.

Any advice would be appreciated.

Bevan

terrastrife · 02-07-2005, 04:58 AM

500bhp 3SGTE.

Wibbit · 02-07-2005, 05:48 AM

dont fit 19" wheels, not legal (at least in vic). 18x7.5 is max. and yes they will attract too much unwanted attention (cops and thefts). Carbon clutch may be a bit full on for a daily, especially when you need to replace it

Toysrme · 02-07-2005, 08:56 AM

Forget legality in the wheels... Anything over 18" on a Camry is ghetto to begin with

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I am contemplating fitting a turbo or supercharger at about 6psi boost, but not sure which way to go

TRD S/C is expencive, but easy to install.
Turbo will make however much power you want...

Ultima · 02-08-2005, 02:43 AM

did your car come out with stock 14's or 15's? coz here in vic legally you can only go up two inches from stock. but then again it isn't a law regularly enforced. i say go 17's or 18's.