fjstl Posted June 19, 2005 Share Posted June 19, 2005 my 97 LS 400 has almost 170k, mostly hiway miles, with the original suspension. It still rides smoother than my 2001 Camry. As I read thru the messages, it appears that most members change the front end parts at about 100k. If my ride is still smooth, no vibrating, etc., should I be concerned, or am I supposed to do some preventative maintainance on it. If the front end parts do begin to wear, but they are still safe, what is the worst that can happen? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jadecuir Posted June 20, 2005 Share Posted June 20, 2005 my 97 LS 400 has almost 170k, mostly hiway miles, with the original suspension. It still rides smoother than my 2001 Camry. As I read thru the messages, it appears that most members change the front end parts at about 100k. If my ride is still smooth, no vibrating, etc., should I be concerned, or am I supposed to do some preventative maintainance on it. If the front end parts do begin to wear, but they are still safe, what is the worst that can happen? ← If it ain't broke, don't fix it! My LS had 270,000 miles before I did any repairs, although it could have been done sooner. Watch for unbalanced tire wear, or steering wandering. Listen for clunks and rattles from front end, and check suspension components every time you change the brake pads. Don't worry about it. Gradually increasing sloppiness in the steering/suspension is the only adverse effect of bushing/ball joint wear. John Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GRAND_LS 4 Posted June 20, 2005 Share Posted June 20, 2005 my 97 LS 400 has almost 170k, mostly hiway miles, with the original suspension. It still rides smoother than my 2001 Camry. As I read thru the messages, it appears that most members change the front end parts at about 100k. If my ride is still smooth, no vibrating, etc., should I be concerned, or am I supposed to do some preventative maintainance on it. If the front end parts do begin to wear, but they are still safe, what is the worst that can happen? ← If its fine, I'd leave it.... You dont want anyone messing up anything. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lovlex Posted June 22, 2005 Share Posted June 22, 2005 i think the road conditions your car travels the most determines the life of the front end Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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