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joelsin

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    2001 LS430, 2004 ES330
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    2004
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    Connecticut (CT)

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  1. Following up on my original post, I installed the 215/60/16 94H Primacy tires on my ES330. I can't notice an appreciable difference in handling and they ride smooth. I used a local installer who did the tire balancing using stick on wheel weights, installed from the inner sides of the wheel. When I questioned him on this method he said that there was no way to use lead on the outer side of the wheel and that the wheel esthetics using stick on weights. Additionally, he filled the tires with N2 but not until he first filled them with air for balancing purposes. I told him I thought the N2 should have been used initially and not inject air into the tire prior to filling them with N2. As for tire pressure the tires were inflated to 36 lbs above the 29 lbs. the ES330 recommends. The max tire pressure on the tire is 44 lbs. Cost of the tires were 636.00.
  2. Today I spoke with a long standing rep for Costco and he was adamant about running H rated tires on an ES330. He said that the vehicle handling would change and warned me against ordering the 215/60/16 Primacy H rated Tires. I've considered going with the Energy S8's and even the Exalto's in a V rated tire. Just recently I checked with another tire guy with years experience and he warned me about changing from a V to an H. This selection process is getting to be so complicated and time consuming. Today I called Michelin and spoke with a rep and she confirmed that the handling of the ES would be affected with the H rated tires. Regardless, I am leaning towards the Primacy H rated tires. I just finished installing them on my LS430 and they run great.
  3. Can someone explain exactly how to turn off the remote key unlock feature. My recently acquired 2004 ES330 has a battery that drains on occasion and I can't figure out what is the cause. I have an XM Radio which was added to the vehicle, but is not being used. The other day I changed the air filter and unplugged the connection that connects to the housing. When i tried to start the vehicle the instrument panel indicated a drained battery which was not the case; previously, the battery was starting the vehicle just fine.
  4. I just received a notice from Lexus Motor Sales in CA of a special service campaign to have the link system removed. While I don't mind hearing the car tell me the LINK sysetem is active, I do not see what need there is in having it removed if leaving it installed is not a problem. I called the dealer and asked what would be done should i bring my 2001 - LS430 in for service and was told buttons wouild be removed and a small visor would be installed. I am reluctant to have any changes made that will not affect the preformance of the vehicle in a positive manner. Any thought on the matter are appreciated. regards, joe
  5. Yep, I have a 2003 LS430 and the front seats are very hard on the butt. I've spoken to Lexus dealer but to no avail, they just disregard whatever it is you're telling them. A simple solution is to have a soft throw, towel, or lamb skin that you sit on. Place on the seat so it covers all but the last 4 inches of the seat and you will notice a difference in how the seat affects you're butt. Hope this helps, I do the same with my compuer seat when i sit for long periods of time. regards, joe
  6. The noise I'm hearing appears to be the door latch releasing when i open the door from the inside. It is not the normal release that i feel, but it happens only on occasion. The door release is not a smooth normal release, rather a snapping or dull click to the release of the locking mechanism. Almost as if the door was realigned improperly and needs to be realigned. It is not a huge problem, just a annoyance that comes and goes.
  7. I have the same problem on my LS430 2001 model. I've spoken to the dealer about this, but the clicking or snaping noise, heard only when the driver side door is opened from the inside, is very intermittent or occuring randomly. The dealer won't adjust anything unless they can pin point the problem. When observing the door alignment and the chrome strip along the base of the window, it is off ever so slightly and doesn't align with the rear chrome strip - as if the door is not closing completely. I am wondering if something has shifted or moved with the door. This is the first I've heard of this problem on the forum. Perhaps others have noticed this problem as well?
  8. Thanks SW for setting me straight with the buffer, I appreciate it. One quick question regarding layering a wax coat. Is it better to apply only one coat of wax periodically, say every 3 or 4 months, as opposed to applying 2 or 3 coats of wax at one time. Thanks again for the help.
  9. It seems to me that my PC 7336 Buffer is not spinning fast enough with a 7.5" foam buffing pad attached. I find that the spinning slows as I increase the speed setting of the buffer. It appears that the number of revolutions comes to a complete stop as the increse of speed is advanced. At the #5 setting the rotation of the buffer is almost non-existant. Perhaps I am not familiar enough with this buffer to know what to expect of it. However, I am assuming the buffer will spin as a somewhat normal rate of speed along with the orbital pattern or action. Please correct me if I am wrong in assuming this buffer is not working correctly. Thanks for your help.
  10. Thanks for your response SW. As for Polishes I'm using, I have Meguiar's Step 2 Polish, Mother's Power Polish and some older Dupont #7 that are all available. Whether or not I should be using them is another matter. I have purchased the S100 paste wax and have some Meguiar's Deep Crystal Carnuba PW as well. I am now finishing the bumpers and find the Back to Black is a bit tricky to use. The directions say to buff out after drying. The Mother's forum says to add a protectant over the BB as it will run with wet weather. I've also ordered the 303 and the Poorboy's Natural look for the dash. I can't beging to tell you the hours I've spent on this car. Oh, one other thing...........the tires I'd prefer, not a wet look, but a natural look; what do u suggest for a good trie dressing? Thanks a million for your help.
  11. Thanks for replying to my previous message. Let me clarify what you're saying because things do have a way of being misinterperted. 1.To remove scratches spin the compound with an orange, foam cutting pad, keep the pad lubricated using water At this point there should be no buffing compound left to wipe off the painted surface. Proceed with using a polishing compound to remove any swirl marks or haze. 2. Polish the surface to remove hazing and swirls using a white foam pad to bring back the luster and shine. 3. Apply the wax using the PC buffer and a black, foam finishing pad. Remove the dried wax using the PC buffer and a clean, foam, black finishing pad. Whether applying synthetic sealants or wax the black foam pad is an acceptable way to apply/remove either of these materials. I am assuming that this is what you are saying that I should be doing and a good technique to use to achieve excellent results. Thanks in advance for any corrections and suggestions. I appreciate you comments and help.
  12. Thank you gentlemen for you responses and advice, it is much appreciated - I certainly will invest some time and effort to obtaint the correct pads to use. With regard to the pad, should I be applying the compound and then, once applied, remove it with a micro-fiber cloth using a 50/50 solution of water and alcohol: the same applies for the polishing compound? It, to me, is a bit unclear if the buffing compound is removed wet or dry? Additionally, with regard to the sealant, should i be applying and then using the PC and a fine buffing pad to remove it ? In the past, I have been applying the sealant by hand and then removing it with a micro-fiber cloth. Thanks again for your assistance and advice.
  13. Thanks for the recommendation to have the bumper covers repaired by autobody shop. As for the buffing pad, it is the same pad that came with the PC - a 6" buffing pad, supposedly safe for all applications. Additionally, I have used the pad for both compounds (cleaning and polishing) while cleaning the pad with Dawn or Tide detergent between applications. The two compounds I have used so far are Meguires #1 Medium cleaner for scratches and Meguires #9 Swirl Remover and polish. I recently purchased MOTHER'S POWER POLISH for all Buffer TYPES. The product says that it removes Swirls & Scratches and is safe for Clear Coats. I found that when using the Meguiar's #1, I had to go back several times to get the scratches reduced or removed. Perahps if i had used the buffer at a higher spin rate it would have produced a better result - I used the #3 setting for the polisher. Thanks for your assistance.
  14. I have a black Lexus LS430 that needs a thorough cleaning both inside and out. I've been using a 7336 PC Buffer to polish the dark surface which showes every mark imaginable. I have clayed and used a scratch removing compound as part of the first 2 applications. As for polishing the surface, my question is: how fast do I regulate the speed of the buffer to achieve the best finish on the different compunds? Also, the plastic bumpers are in need of some major cleaning and gouge repair. I have a Bondo repair kit to fill the deeper scratches and am not sure if this is the appropriate material to use. Over all, the conditon of the vehicle is excellent, however it has never been totally and thoroughly detailed. Your response is appreciated......thank you.
  15. I have had my 2001 LS430 for approx. 6 mts. now and find that the seats are relatively hard when sitting in them for extended periods of time ( 2+ hours or more. ) This is my first experience with leather seats and I find them not as comfortable as cloth. Is there something that Lexus can do to make them more comfortable to sit in, the vehicle is approaching 50K miles. Thanks for suggestions and/or work arounds. Regards, joelsin
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