5 Mods to Make the MKV Supra Perfect for Drag Racing
Sep 18th 2022
How to Set Your Supra Up for Drag Racing
The MKV Supra is a performance powerhouse that doles out thrill after thrill, even without modifying a single component. And yet, as you grow accustomed to its power and driving dynamics, you'll undoubtedly start to crave more. Whether you've got a number in mind at the drag strip or you're simply chasing that feeling of being pressed into your seatback, modifying your Supra for the drag strip is as fulfilling as it is thrilling. From most budget-friendly to most performative, here are some modifications you can do to your MKV Supra to prepare it for the strip.
1 - Upgraded Rear Traction Links for MKV Toyota Supra
When launched hard, the MKV Toyota Supra can suffer from wheel hop, wasting precious milliseconds and diluting the excitement of a proper launch. Upgrading the rear traction links in your MKV Supra is a great way to mitigate wheel hop during hard acceleration on the track and during your spirited drives. For high-quality rear traction links that fit your MKV Toyota Supra, browse the Boostin Performance online store or speak with one of our team members to find the right parts for your build.
2 - Methanol Injection Kit for MKV Toyota Supra
As good as the B58 motor of the MKV Supra is straight from the factory, owners will quickly hit a performance ceiling as they begin to add power, being limited by knock. The natural solution would be to switch over to a higher-octane fuel like e85, but the higher fuel consumption needed for ethanol isn't supported through the B58's stock injectors. A methanol injection kit for your Supra is a great way to reduce intake air temperatures (IATs) and, as a result, reduce the likelihood of knock. This allows the ECU to maintain timing and, especially in those upper RPMs, yield more power from the engine.
3 - Ethanol Fuel Kit for MKV Toyota Supra
Odds are you're familiar with the performance benefits of ethanol, but if not, we'll sum it up by saying ethanol offers a higher-octane rating over regular pump gas, and that allows you to push more boost without experiencing knock. Ethanol also produces a cooling effect as it is injected (not dissimilar to the cooling effect of methanol injection as described above), further solidifying its anti-knock capabilities. You may have also heard about all of the struggles drivers used to have to go through measuring out ethanol content and running a tank of fuel empty when switching between gasoline and ethanol, but don't worry. High-quality ethanol fuel kits can sense the ethanol content of fuel and apply the appropriate map when properly tuned (like by the professionals at Boostin Performance). From Supra ethanol injection kits to ethanol tunes and component installs, Boostin Performance has you covered.
4 - Stickier Tires for MKV Toyota Supra
As you start making more power, your tires will quickly become overpowered and will become your next barrier to performance. The standard Michelin® Pilot® Super Sport summer tires are a plenty grippy option, but if you're putting in runs at the drag strip, there's nothing quite like a proper set of drag radials to get you a proper launch. The right set of tires, paired with the upgraded rear traction bar links we mentioned above, will help translate the beefy B58 power to the pavement as you continue to modify and tinker with your MKV Supra.
5 - MKV Supra Turbocharger and Bottom End Upgrades
When the power of your Supra grows stale and you find you're not hitting the numbers you'd like to be reaching, it's time to get into the more serious upgrades like a heftier turbocharger and a strengthened bottom end. You may even want to consider a stroker kit for your Supra to bring up the static displacement; anything that will put more power down to the wheels and send you down the track to your heart's content. Boostin Performance is your local automotive performance shop for MKV Supra modifications that'll fit your budget and make reliable power.
Shop Supra Drag Parts at Boostin Performance
If you're ready to start drag racing your MKV Supra, shop drag-ready parts on the Boostin Performance store. We only stock parts we're confident in, so you can rest assured when you choose to buy your performance automotive parts from Boostin Performance. If you're not sure which parts are best for your build, start a discussion with us today to see how Boostin Performance can help you meet your power goals. From performance parts to installations and tunes, Boostin Performance is your local automotive performance shop for it all. Get in touch with us or browse our online store today!