ok so my land cruiser is slow as sh*t and i wanna turbo it. there is absolutely nothing on the internet about it, at least i didn't find anything on it. can it be done? i have a 98 4.7 v8. how could this be done? i saw see i think had a turbo kit for install in their shop only so i guess thats not an option. the only problem really is the exhaust manifold to mount the turbo. i have no welder or a tube bender so is there any manifold i could bolt to my 4.7 and turbo it???
1998 land cruiser turbo
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Something like this:
Slee - AVO Turbo Kits
Or
Try to find one of the out of production TRD superchargers for the 4.7 v8:
For Sale: - US/CA TRD SuperCharger 4.7L for sale - refurbished with new MP90
How much is that extra horsepower worth?
Slee - AVO Turbo Kits
Or
Try to find one of the out of production TRD superchargers for the 4.7 v8:
For Sale: - US/CA TRD SuperCharger 4.7L for sale - refurbished with new MP90
How much is that extra horsepower worth?
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but it says that kit is 7400 dollars... what the...
hoser
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Sell Land Cruiser and get 5.7 Tundra.
Sorry. No input from me on a turbo. I would use $7400 and build a badass '98 4.7. Not gonna need a turbo on a trail. At least I don't think so. 
Two other alternatives:
1) Take the $7400, and see if you can find a 91/92 FJ80 with a 3fe. Drive the FJ80 around a bit. When you get back in a 100 series, it will feel supercharged/turbocharged. Re-sell the FJ80.
2) Trade the 100 series in on a 200 series.
1) Take the $7400, and see if you can find a 91/92 FJ80 with a 3fe. Drive the FJ80 around a bit. When you get back in a 100 series, it will feel supercharged/turbocharged. Re-sell the FJ80.
2) Trade the 100 series in on a 200 series.
2001LC
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I found it amazing Toyota didn't void warrantee when the TRD breather was installed. Says something about our engines ruggedness.
Side note; I had a PO complain about "no pep" in high millage (270K) 00LX. I found all spark plugs where loose (hand tight). These plugs where not the one's recommend in my 01LC FSM, they where NGK iridium BKR6EIX-11. Once tightened I found it actual had surprising peep, more than stock than my lower millage well tuned 01LC or 01LX.
Well turned, I find stock is all I need.
Side note; I had a PO complain about "no pep" in high millage (270K) 00LX. I found all spark plugs where loose (hand tight). These plugs where not the one's recommend in my 01LC FSM, they where NGK iridium BKR6EIX-11. Once tightened I found it actual had surprising peep, more than stock than my lower millage well tuned 01LC or 01LX.
Well turned, I find stock is all I need.
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no i dont take it on the trail a lot i just want it to be quicker around the city. the tires are stock size and if i gear it differently i won't be able to go fast on the interstate.. and why did they use four speeds...you can't even go fast.. why didn't they put in like a 6 speed or something?
"Rockcrawlingyota" wrote-
Why did you buy a Land Cruiser if you want to "go fast"? Gearing will make a big difference in around town pep. But honestly, it sounds like you don't actually want the best strongest built v8 expo rig in the world. Just buy a used Chevy SUV with a huge motor. Problem solved.
Toyota built these rigs for 25 years of hard use in the 3rd world. Speed wasn't a goal. Longevity, reliability and robust contruction were. Most places Land Cruisers are relied upon for transport don't have many miles of paved roads, so "highway" speeds tend be around 80KPH, or 50mph.
Why did you buy a Land Cruiser if you want to "go fast"? Gearing will make a big difference in around town pep. But honestly, it sounds like you don't actually want the best strongest built v8 expo rig in the world. Just buy a used Chevy SUV with a huge motor. Problem solved.
Toyota built these rigs for 25 years of hard use in the 3rd world. Speed wasn't a goal. Longevity, reliability and robust contruction were. Most places Land Cruisers are relied upon for transport don't have many miles of paved roads, so "highway" speeds tend be around 80KPH, or 50mph.
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yeah good point id rather have a reliable car than a fast car.. and i know my land cruiser is a tank... ok well thanks everyone for setting me straight.. 
You could always get some throaty aftermarket exhuast...atleast make it sound like a little more 'fast'
I have a 99 LX with the 4 speed and my brother-in-law has an 03LX with the 5 speed. I can tell a difference in acceleration. If you want a 100 that might be an option to move to a slightly newer one.
