Leroy

I don't see any integrated retro fits solutions yet but sure they will come. You can get external units. http://www.qualitymobilevideo.com/TVTHD1.aspx

I have 125k on mine, I'll let you know when I have problems :D

As long as you do not print a label and add that to your homemade CD there is no difference in the CD. If the label lifts slightly on one edge then that causes big problems. I always label with permanent marker.

I have been told by the manufacturer that a lot of times the problem is caused by CD's that are burnt at home.I have used them in my 4runner and my wifes Sienna without problems so I am hoping for the best in my IS300.

Info from internet search.

http://www.mp3carpros.com/advanced_search_...t=Find+Products

They did not have anything for my 2000 LX

I swapped out the battery in my 2000 LX when the battery went dead about 1 year ago. There was no reset. I would also guess fuse.

Mine also had a slight clunk, funny that is the best description of the sound. I took it to shop at 57k miles and they replaced the entire shaft under warranty. THey said it would have been $800 otherwise (seemed low considering most Lexus repairs :P )

I'm sure you have seen these links. http://www.eham.net/forums/MobileHam/8771

I would have +/- 12 volt connection from the battery, coax from the radio to the tuner and then the tuner close to the whip. Is the whip grounded or is it mounted in plastic?

Nice equipment!

I would call a large salvage shop (used to be called junk yard until they improved their image). I found an engine for my son's ES300 that way. Luckily there was one local, but they are networked now so they can do a country wide search. They will also likely have someone in the shop or close by that can install it for you. I used Brothers here in Indianapolis. http://www.brothersauto.com/

Hello from WA4OTD!

I would reference everything to RF ground near the radio. Run DC power and then the radio is the center. Sounds like it has a built in tuner? What antenna do you have and where is it mounted? Is it connected with coax? Does it connect to ground where it is mounted?

You have had a lot of noises LX470TUNER! I'm very sure mine is just the climate control system adjusting. Otherwise mine is very quiet.

Just turn the radio a little louder!

We bought a key FOB for my son's '95 ES300 and it was $150 at the dealer.

I'm pretty sure mine is the vent flaps adjusting.

Local garage changed my left side out today for $490. He said it was very difficult as steering shaft goes through there also. He tried to weld it but could not. I cannot believe how quiet it is now! Right side is ok.

I have the same tick with my LX470. I have 120k but it has been doing it for some time. I think I will try my local shop instead of the dealer on this one.

THis thread was right on! I found the bulb at Walmart, two for $6.

I would also like to get some more facts on the noise, does the frequency or amplitude vary with speed or motor RPM?

I'm guessing maybe something in the EFI system. Just a guess, but it could give random results based on how it adjusted the fuel mix and give a vibration that is hard to track down.

Can other people in the car feel the vibration and tell where it comes from. There is a certain road feel each vehicle has and there are certain very small vibrations I feel at different times.

:chairshot: Funny Jim!

Googled equaliser hitch and now understand. Never used it or seen one.

I really cannot imagine this vehicle needing this.

I have a noise somewhat like that on start up, but maybe more of a rattle. I traced it to a piece of metal loose at the back end of the muffler.

What is an equaliser hitch? Never hear of that. Is that one of the hitches where it goes lower or higher than straight out?

I tow a boat and trailer that weighs ~5500 pounds. All stock, don't know why you would need an anti-sway bar? Never had a problem, tows like there is nothing back there, except for lack of acceleration. Sometimes the rear end will be lower, like when I just put the boat on, but when I start it up it levels out perfectly.

thanks my question is do you use a equaliser hitch? and do you use a anti-sway bar my trailer tows fine but one needs an anti-sway control and if i adjust that up my height control goes into low, thats with the same trailer, same load, it seems the anti-sway control interferes in some way. some say switch the height control off, i havent tried that yet , also i have been told to just buy the equaliser hitch

david

NO, definitely not, KBB showed mid $25's and sounded like a nice deal, not just on price.

I had 80k miles when cords starting showing through!

On our 95 ES300, I was powering a DC-AC converter for a 100Watt sub-woofer and now the outlet doesn't work. Checked with VOM and the actual lighter.

1. I have checked the 15 amp fuse in the fuse box and it is ok.

2. We tried to pull out the cigarette lighter assembly, took off the wood panel, took out the two screws, was really loose, but would not come out yet. Searched everywhere and could not see any other releases or anything else holding it. One thread mentioned a release just above the lighter, but cannot see it.

3. We have read of another 7 or 7.5 amp fuse for the cigarette lighter, but cannot find that.

I think we will run another wire for the amp, but still want the cig lighter to work. Any hints on the best place to connect a wire to for around 10 amps peak draw?

I would say you got a great deal! Enjoy! Perfect condition and low miles.

Honda is starting the mega service routine also. Was cheaper and I'm sure didn't have to do as much as a 470 requires, but still expensive.