Planned engine upgrades - 20R

Discussion in 'Engine/Drivetrain' started by Henry, Aug 7, 2013.

  1. Henry

    Henry Enthusiast

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    Where are you located?
     
  2. Littleorange75

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    Hey guys I also have a 20r and would you guys reccomend or not reccomend adding a super coil to it ?
     
  3. Raffaelli

    Raffaelli Toyotaholic

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    I would seriously consider a different motor for a chinook. I have a 78 w a 20r, and that thing needs at least a 6 cyl in it.

    I've toyed with the idea of putting my hybrid engine in it, but it (the truck) is too damn heavy and un-areodynamic. I wouldn't really reccomended putting an aftermarket carb on it. It's going to burn a bunch more gas than it already does.

    I bet a 5 speed would be a better swap.
     
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    I'd go with a 22r/20r hybrid build, cam, exhausr and carb with ignition. looking at doubling the power..and it keeps it simple and reliable.
     
  5. Henry

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    A 5 speed swap is something I'll probably end up doing aside from any possible engine upgrades.

    I also have spare sr20det in the garage that I daydream about swapping in there as well. Turbo camper?
     
  6. 78MicroMiniToy

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    Hey, I'm in a similar boat (78 Micro Mini), and am looking to do a similar build for some more power. Have done the smog delete, Weber 32/36 electric and now on to exhaust.

    Did you ever get a header and if so what brand/model did you go with? My stock manifold is cracked, warped and way beyond shot. Don't really want to drop a ton of money for something that may not fit, so any tips you've got would be awesome if you've been there, done that.
     

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