rrose1968

Well that's cool! These cars (so far) are really nice and seem to be dependable, except for that air suspension. But after 17-18 years it was bound to go sometime. And they ride smooooooth. But I admit, the 99 powertrain seems a lot better than the 91. Smoother, more power. I guess that's technology. Only reason I'm replacing the air suspension with shocks/struts is the car is paid for at 205,000 and I am certain that I may be able to get another 100,000 out of it. Timing belt, plugs, wires, tires (Michelin) and all that were changed after I bought it. And even though it's a 1991, it still looks modern inside & out.

Ok, first of all, on a 1991 LS400, is there any way to manually fill the air shocks? Both rears are down, fronts stay up but never hear the pump kick on. I'm switching to a kit from Strutmasters anyway as even though the car has 200,000 there is absolutely nothing else wrong with it. So why get rid of it. But in the meantime, I wish there was a way to manually fill the shocks so I can at least keep it driven umtil fixed. Second question: 1999 LS400, why exactly do the headlights go up and down when they come on? Is it just some type of self-leveler, because it doesn't look like the type of headlights that move with turns. The 91 is the 1st Lexus I have ever had, bought it 19 months ago. In great condition and I liked it so much, I bought a black 99 LS400. A world of difference between the 2 even though both have 200,000 miles. However the 99 was a lease vehicle for around 8 years in Florida, transferred to Knoxville, sold to a guy who traded it after a year, then I got it at auction. Well taken care of. Thanks for the help. Robert