Custom Turbo Camry Setup -- Turbocharged Camry V6 1MZ-FE
Turbo 1MZ-FE 1994 Toyota Camry V6 LE Automatic... the only one in the world (Nov. 22, 2002).
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Before the Project Started... (November 2002)
The left picture is the stock Camry engine bay.  This is before anything had started.  The only changes on this engine bay were an intake, custom airbox and a strut tower bar.
Preparation for Turbo install
A picture of the Camry engine bay with all the necessary items removed and relocated (battery, wire harnesses, lines, etc...).  All the work was done to make room for the turbocharger and its related components. 
TurboCharger Specifications
Toyota CT-26
JDM 7M-GTE
437 cfm
(33 lb/min)
0.70 a/r
0.50 a/r
40- trim
Full-Floating Bearing
8-10 psi
14 psi
Yes
300-320 HP @
12-14 psi
Designation:
Source of Turbo:
Rated Flow Capacity:
Compressor A/R Ratio:
Exhaust A/R Ratio:
Compressor Trim:
Bearing Type:
Optimum Boost Level:
Max Recommended Boost: 
Water Cooled:
Estimated HP (7M-GTE)
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Turbo Piping
The turbo piping was very difficult to make and was very time comsuming.  A lot of test fitting and trial and error were involved.  The pipes had to be routed in away from hoses/lines or close to fuel components.  With turbocharger being placed at the front of the engine bay, it didn't make the job easier.   The pipes were composed of sections of SS pre-mandrel bent tubing and SS straight tubing.   Some awkward bends had to be crush bent to adjust for minor angles.
2.5" Turbo Downpipe, 2.0" Up-pipe and Collector Pipe
Test Mounting the Turbocharger
The turbocharger was test-fitted in the engine bay.  It was a tight fit, but relocating more parts in the engine bay freed up more room.  A custom pivoting turbocharger mount was fabricated to compensate for engine movement.
Turbocharger and Piping Installed Successfully
The turbocharger was successfuly bolted down.  The piping was wrapped with DEI exhaust wrap to keep engine bay temperatures at a minimum.  The Camry has started and the beast was alive.  No oil leaks or exhaust leaks anywhere.
Intercooler, Intercooler Piping and Blow Off Valve
The front bumper had to be slightly trimmed to fit the 6" x 20" x 3.5" front-mount intercooler (core dimensions).  With the endtanks, the total length of the intercooler was 31" long.  The hood latch reinforcement rod was modified to clear the intercooler.
TurboXS Type H-RFL Blow Off Valve.  It shouldn't make too much noise with the car being automatic...
Project Turbo Camry 1MZ-FE Completed -- Friday November 22, 2002
The project is completed.  There is still Air Conditioning after the turbo install, there is power steering, and there is everything else that was in the car originally (well, except for cruise control).  There is still more final cleaning up to do, but this is a quick shot of the completed custom turbo install. 

This is the first ever turbocharged Camry V6 1MZ-FE.

Project Completion Date:  Friday November 22, 2002
Project Turbo Camry Final Engine Pics
Custom-made turbo heatshield keeps the heat where it should be.   Custom canister-style air filter with HKS filter element was fitted inside the limited engine compartment space.
Stock power Steering cooler was replaced with a Earl's unit and relocated beside the coolant reservoir tank.
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