I've got a SOS supercharger on my s2000 and I am wondering if I should remove it to replace the TCT? I think I can get to the TCT pin using a pair of 90degree needle nose pliers but I'm worried about dropping the pin in the timing chain case. How have you guys handled TCT replacement?

 

Remove the rear cover of the TCT and thread in a bolt with a nut to hold the piston where it is and pull the pin. Install into the car and unthread the bolt and reinstall the oil jet bolt or whatever the proper term for it is.


I think most aftermarket TCTs are installed this way; Billman is one of the few that's done by the book afaik as he sends it with the pin. My Toda one didn't come like that.

 

Appreciate it!

 

I did this today on my SOS Supercharged s2000. It was actually not that big of a deal. Just followed Billman's instructions and used right angle needle nose pliers to yank out the pin. Took maybe 10 minutes. You will not be able to see the bolts or the pin with the supercharger installed. Maybe if you get a mirror just right. But I just did it all by feeling.