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dngz · 11-29-2006, 07:33 PM

the wr intake dynoed with increase of 10 TQ and 11 HP without moving air (i think, according to the vid) so, either way, not too shabby!

boris13 · 11-30-2006, 11:16 AM

I'm curious about what the characteristics of a Weapon-R type (short) intake might be vs. the characteristics of a longer intake like the AEM or the TRD. Which type of intake is going to give me better low-end torque and will not hurt my mpg? I would love to go with a more efficient intake for better everyday drivability, and more power is certainly OK, but I don't want to sacrifice much in fuel economy.

Thoughts?

ChinoCharles · 11-30-2006, 12:50 PM

Boris brings up a good point. If you're serious about the life of your car, you shouldn't be buying products based on the amount of hp/torque you gain alone. There are more important factors to consider.

This is why I lean so hard towards the TRD intake. If Toyota would put their seal of approval on it, it obviously must be built to work in conjunction with the 1NZ-FE to provide stable, reliable power. Notice the piping length is inbetween the AEM and WR versions. Its a happy medium.

I am going to try and work with the guys at The Race Car Factory here in Ohio to get a viable american-made TRD intake replica. However, I need to show them that there is enough interest in the aftermarket to warrant the development of a part like this, so if you want to help go check out this thread.

http://www.yarisworld.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2857

Let us know what you as an American consumer would like to see for the Yaris, and I'll pass the good word along.

The Race Car Factory is an awesome company, and they aren't one of those that hopped on board after the F&F came out. They've been in the business for 30 years. They develop superchargers and do R&D for the likes of Greddy and Vortech, and also are involved in NHRA/IHRA... one of those true "we can do anything" speed shops. I talked the guys ear off about this forum, this community, and our car, and I think he sensed my excitement. So like I said, let us know what you want to see.

When I toured the shop yesterday, they had some amazing projects. The one that caught my attention was a motorcycle that got a rear axle to convert it to a trike. They then stretched the chassis about 5 feet, had a chopped Ford Model A body waiting to be mounted up to it, and sitting next to it was an 800 hp Ford V8 that was awaiting install. That was one of the most unique projects I've ever seen.

They also had a 3000 hp funny car that just got back from a drag featured on ESPN. All in all there was about 12,000 HP in the room and only 12 cars, ranging from two Dodge Darts to a Datsun with a heavily-modded 4G63 to a brand new RX-8 that was putting 400 hp to the rear wheels with the help of the Greddy e-manager, which RCF helped develop. I left with quite the horsepower woodie.

keesue · 11-30-2006, 01:50 PM

Excellent point, ChinoCharles. Toyota tests and certifies 'performance' products to keep reliability within a certain parameter; i.e., engine life. They then give these 'specs' to companies that already make these products to 'private brand' them. To that end, the company you site could produce products that meet these requirements (clone them) at a much more competive price. I'd be very interested in an intake, sway bars, braces as these are the easiest to produce.

Doc Zaius · 11-30-2006, 05:21 PM

how come the CAI isn't listed on TRD Japan's offerings for the Vitz? http://trdparts.jp/english/list_new-vitz.html they only have the sports air filter which fits into the stock air box. it seems there are not nearly as many japanese companies offering CAIs as compared to their north american counterparts. why is that?

dngz · 12-01-2006, 02:31 AM

how much life would a supercharger take away from this lil engine that could?

11-30-2006, 01:50 PM	#22
keesue Chillin' out by the Bay Drives: 2007 Yaris Liftback Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: The back streets of San Fran Posts: 151	Excellent point, ChinoCharles. Toyota tests and certifies 'performance' products to keep reliability within a certain parameter; i.e., engine life. They then give these 'specs' to companies that already make these products to 'private brand' them. To that end, the company you site could produce products that meet these requirements (clone them) at a much more competive price. I'd be very interested in an intake, sway bars, braces as these are the easiest to produce. __________________ Gettin' all the way down. Meteorite '07 HB STILL completely stock; but.... checkin' out da other ones to see what's what.

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11-29-2006, 07:33 PM	#19
dngz View User's Garage Drives: black yaris sedan Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: vancouver Posts: 475	the wr intake dynoed with increase of 10 TQ and 11 HP without moving air (i think, according to the vid) so, either way, not too shabby!

11-30-2006, 11:16 AM	#20
boris13 Drives: 2007 Yaris Liftback, 5-speed Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Royal Oak, MI, USA Posts: 167	I'm curious about what the characteristics of a Weapon-R type (short) intake might be vs. the characteristics of a longer intake like the AEM or the TRD. Which type of intake is going to give me better low-end torque and will not hurt my mpg? I would love to go with a more efficient intake for better everyday drivability, and more power is certainly OK, but I don't want to sacrifice much in fuel economy. Thoughts?

11-30-2006, 12:50 PM	#21
ChinoCharles Banned Drives: LB Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: OH Posts: 7,787	Boris brings up a good point. If you're serious about the life of your car, you shouldn't be buying products based on the amount of hp/torque you gain alone. There are more important factors to consider. This is why I lean so hard towards the TRD intake. If Toyota would put their seal of approval on it, it obviously must be built to work in conjunction with the 1NZ-FE to provide stable, reliable power. Notice the piping length is inbetween the AEM and WR versions. Its a happy medium. I am going to try and work with the guys at The Race Car Factory here in Ohio to get a viable american-made TRD intake replica. However, I need to show them that there is enough interest in the aftermarket to warrant the development of a part like this, so if you want to help go check out this thread. http://www.yarisworld.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2857 Let us know what you as an American consumer would like to see for the Yaris, and I'll pass the good word along. The Race Car Factory is an awesome company, and they aren't one of those that hopped on board after the F&F came out. They've been in the business for 30 years. They develop superchargers and do R&D for the likes of Greddy and Vortech, and also are involved in NHRA/IHRA... one of those true "we can do anything" speed shops. I talked the guys ear off about this forum, this community, and our car, and I think he sensed my excitement. So like I said, let us know what you want to see. When I toured the shop yesterday, they had some amazing projects. The one that caught my attention was a motorcycle that got a rear axle to convert it to a trike. They then stretched the chassis about 5 feet, had a chopped Ford Model A body waiting to be mounted up to it, and sitting next to it was an 800 hp Ford V8 that was awaiting install. That was one of the most unique projects I've ever seen. They also had a 3000 hp funny car that just got back from a drag featured on ESPN. All in all there was about 12,000 HP in the room and only 12 cars, ranging from two Dodge Darts to a Datsun with a heavily-modded 4G63 to a brand new RX-8 that was putting 400 hp to the rear wheels with the help of the Greddy e-manager, which RCF helped develop. I left with quite the horsepower woodie.

11-30-2006, 05:21 PM	#23
Doc Zaius Lurker supreme! View User's Garage Drives: old and boosted! Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Ottawa, ON, Canada Posts: 792	how come the CAI isn't listed on TRD Japan's offerings for the Vitz? http://trdparts.jp/english/list_new-vitz.html they only have the sports air filter which fits into the stock air box. it seems there are not nearly as many japanese companies offering CAIs as compared to their north american counterparts. why is that?

12-01-2006, 02:31 AM	#24
dngz View User's Garage Drives: black yaris sedan Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: vancouver Posts: 475	how much life would a supercharger take away from this lil engine that could?