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Treetrunk,
Research this forum a lil more because I'm sure you'll find some useful info regarding the airbox mod. I don't know if you should add a pipe/tube that extends the opening to behind the headlight. That might actually choke some of the airflow. Also, for hiding purposes, there are a few mods on this forum that might apply for you. Take a look at Bama's upgrade, pic below, and you can see that you could screw in a "plug" to hide the hole...
Research this forum a lil more because I'm sure you'll find some useful info regarding the airbox mod. I don't know if you should add a pipe/tube that extends the opening to behind the headlight. That might actually choke some of the airflow. Also, for hiding purposes, there are a few mods on this forum that might apply for you. Take a look at Bama's upgrade, pic below, and you can see that you could screw in a "plug" to hide the hole...
I would really think about finding another in the area to test drive and see if you notice a difference between the two. If you dont, it could be your expectaions of the rig. If you do, then I would take it in to have a pro look it over and figure out what is going on. I have never felt my rig was lacking in power..... Might actually be something wrong....
This is what you use: 4" Deck Plate for a Boat
The reason you use a deck plate and not a PVC fitting is so that you can screw the "cap" back into the hole, and put the box back into a "normal" OEM configuration. If black, it's not very easy to spot, and looks somewhat factory for the smog nazis. You can also put the cap back in the deck plate for water crossings, which was the primary intent of using something that is water tight (boat hardware).
This is how you install it: LINKY
The reason you use a deck plate and not a PVC fitting is so that you can screw the "cap" back into the hole, and put the box back into a "normal" OEM configuration. If black, it's not very easy to spot, and looks somewhat factory for the smog nazis. You can also put the cap back in the deck plate for water crossings, which was the primary intent of using something that is water tight (boat hardware).
This is how you install it: LINKY
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i've had a 2000 Tundra, an '04 tundra and now a '10 tundra. the 2000 and the 2004 had basically the same engine as my 99LC. they were both considerably more peppy, especially the 2000 as it was not 4WD. However, the LC engine is much smoother than both of the tundras were. in spite of all that, the LC is faster top end than all 3 tundras. the 2000 cut off at 110, the '04 at 104 and the '10 at 108. the LC doesn't shut off but just won't overcome the wind resistance at 112.( all confirmed by GPS)
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I'm pretty certain our 100's top speed is electronically limited. Manufacturers often will set the limit at what the tires are rated for. We get S-rated tires and so 112 mph limit. I believe installing a unichip is one way to bypass the speed limiter. My tires are only rated up to 99 mph though!
Another way to temporarily raise the limit would be to set your speed calibrator box so it thinks you have tiny tires.
Another way to temporarily raise the limit would be to set your speed calibrator box so it thinks you have tiny tires.
Could be about hte electonic limitation on the cruiser. however, at 112 it just wouldn't go any faster but the engine was still turning over. On all my other vehicles there is no doubt when the computer shuts it off. you suddenly feel the engine quit and then when you spontaneously let up on the acclerator, it resumes power.
hoser
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A 100 in 2wd configuration actually is quite a bit more "peppy" from a stop. Mine has run in 2wd for about 2 months while gathering the funds for the ARB. Unfortunately it didn't really change fuel mileage much.
How many of you guys would be interested in an open deckplate/closed deck plate dyno comparison on a 100 series cruiser?
I may do this mod and throw it on the dyno, I'm curious what the cruiser puts to the wheels stock.
I may do this mod and throw it on the dyno, I'm curious what the cruiser puts to the wheels stock.
Definitely interested to see a dyno comparison.
I have always been interested, it's just taking a drill to my airbox that gets me everytimes
Yes please 
Drill to air box is not a biggie.
On the dyno truck, do you have DT headers?
On the dyno truck, do you have DT headers?
I think the Sequoia/Tundra 4.7 got bumped up to 270hp in '05 or so... thanks to VVTi goodness. =)
My '02 is a dog, but it gets the job done. I didn't buy it to go fast.
My '02 is a dog, but it gets the job done. I didn't buy it to go fast.
I don't, my cruiser is a stock motor 98. I have three dyno's at work, so I figured I'd pick up a deck plate today, throw it in, and get you guys some numbers on monday.
Based on the work that I do on a daily basis, I must admit that I'm a bit skeptical, but seeing the tacoma dynoplot has really peaked my interest.
