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Would like to say Happy B-Day to one LOC's best. Happy Birthday Matthew And many many more...................

You're right, its not worth it. My issues were never with his opinion. I believe his opinion is shortsighted and as RX in NC mentioned based on a lack of comprehension of the nature of the Automotive industry, but they are his opinions and he's entitled to them. My issue comes from his insinuation that it is those owners of vehicles built on shared platforms that don't understand what they are buying, got duped, and are too cheap to "pay what something is worth". That insinuation is insulting, and to put it the way you did "mean". As an owner of a shared platform car, An es. I am cheap, I got dupped and I paid for something that was not worth it. I insulted myself and was also mean to myself. Nice spin. Nc, Sorry that this topic was seemingly used to tear myself a new one. Again, Best of luck with your future endevours.

It would be practical if one could edit the topic title when creating a new post/thread. After starting a new topic if one chooses to edit the post, The title can't be edited, Even when the " full edit " was available one could not edit the title. Thanx for the consideration on this.

Finaly someone that agrees with me. I really feel like I need low end torque. This lag drive me crazy and I am waiting for the part that will come out and take care of it. If you hear about something please let me know. Thank you. I am with the understanding that an intake upgrade may only give one a little more hp @ WOT not @ low end torque. One would have to upgrade the torque converter and/or remap the ecu to achieve anything on the low end. A intake/exhaust upgrade may feel like there is more power @ the low end, But only a dyno would substantiate the facts. Keep us informed as to what upgrades you go with. Thanx.

DC's got every right to say what he's said here, as he was doing what I asked in the thread's subject of input? I'm sorry guys, and I'm not trying to *BLEEP* on anyone's shoes here, but insulting him by saying his opinion is less than comprehensive is....mean. He likes cars on their very own platform..so what? I like extra sour cream on my burrito supreme from taco bell.. so??? If I had the money, I'd be in a ferrari enzo. If I could convince the Mrs.. into a Lexus in general, I'd be more than happy! But, my small-town, daughter of a retired SBI agent, Carolina country girl doesn't want the "flash" of a Lexus when she visits her family back in their tiny town 60 miles east of here. It's just not her style. That doesn't mean she can't out-class ALL of us on here inside of 30 seconds, even in a PT Cruiser. ;) Again, not trying to offend anyone here, but come on guys, let's tone down the opinion mud slinging. We're all friends here and DC didn't do anything wrong. He just voiced his opinion, which is what I asked for to begin with! LOC Diplomat has spoken....UN Session is now ajurned while I go review my hooked-on-phonics to learn how to spell. ;) NC, I compliment you on your acute vision and ability to filter the typed word. I wish you and your future wife all the best

The show was at the mouth of the channel on Lake Havasu City. I really don't know of any other shows in the state, One would have to search the local schedules in the area of destination. It was a pretty good sized show, Maybe 300+ cars. I have a boatload of pix, Will post more soon.

Newsflash, if every car were built off the same platform you wouldn't be able to afford your GS either. Its because of low R&D cost vehicles like the ES that they can develop unquiely platformed vehicles like the GS and deliver them at a comfortable cost. Anyways, I personally don't appreciate the insinuaion that those of use who bought vehicles that are built on shared platforms bought them because we were too cheap to buy vehicles on distinct platforms. Your GS is 8 years old, and maybe worth $12k. I compared the GS300 and ES300 new and got the ES simply because I liked the way it rode more, the cost was absolutely the same so the only reason to buy the ES was because I preferred it. Shared platform or not. Sorry you feel that way, I must have struck a nerve, Sorry about that too ! Insinuation was not my motive. My discussion on this topic was not directed to anyones choice of platform, Just mentioned that My choice is defined. If you think that the mention of the word " cheap " is a reflection of your choice of vehicle then so be it. Since I own both, I would have a gs ( for myself ) over a es anytime. Individuality should never be compromised......

Reset the ecu. It sounds like there is more power because the stock intake is very well baffled to supress noise. You might gain at WOT. How do I reset the ECU? Do I just simply disconnect the battery or take out the ECU fuse? Or is there another way to reset it? Either way you mentioned is just fine.

It would be the shiznit if one could integrate a signal into the mirror itself ( not on the glass, In the glass ). ;)

At least ;) :D :D :D

Nc, If she really wants it, Get it. After all the dust settles She's always right anyway. My vote is : Whatever makes the wife happy ;) ( one learns to go along with this ) Let her pick it out, When she asks "Honey should I get it fully loaded with the turbo" Just say Honey anything you want is fine with me. In Fact have one personally built with some choice custom upgrades. Enjoy Life !

UPDATE: I don't know what happened but the problem has apparently fixed itself. I'm wondering if a buildup in moisture within the cd changer caused it to shutdown until the excess moisture departed. Whatever the reason, it's playing fine now. Not a moisture issue. Are you using burned cd's ? Do yourself a favor and thouroughly clean the magazine and the cd holders, Then burnish the edges of any burned cd's. But I do suspect an alignment issue with the laser. Run a memorex laser cleaner, twice, Should clear things up.

Reset the ecu. It sounds like there is more power because the stock intake is very well baffled to supress noise. You might gain at WOT.

I got what I paid for too......considering only about 25% of the underpinnings are modified Camry bits, the rest is Lexus. ;) You kind of make it sound that one who buys a vehicle off the same platform is getting ripped off. Not my intention, There are certain guidelines that I prefer to stand by. I really am not concerned what other people buy, That is there choice. I enjoy the choices I make, Or I would not make them. Life is quite simple when you abide by your decisions. That's all ;) I mean, I can't change the weather but I can change the automobile that I drive.

In the furure remember that when ANY electrical work is done on any lexus the neg. battery terminal MUST BE DISCONNECTED. When the work is done reconnect.

It's a fair point.....I personally however do not mind platform sharing, stuff like that does not bother me. To each their own. B) But SW is correct, if every car had it's own unique platform, purchasing a car would be astronomical because of the engineering costs alone. B) That is correct, Then one would get what they are paying for. I didn't mind paying for my gs, I got what I paid for. ;)

Sure, Like I said alot of car co.s share platforms, I just don't agree with it. And yes, lexus does it too, But I still do not agree with it. I bought a gs for myself because it is unique to it's own, Like the ls is. The sharing is great for part swapping and such but I personally do not care for it. That is just the way I am, Unique in MY own way ( by choice ). I am not saying that the pt is junk, Just not the type of auto I would spend my $ on.

Spent a couple of weeks in Az.recently, Took in a local auto show, Just wanted to share some pix:

Yes, I do realize the fact that there are many vehicles built on the same platform, But I don't agree with that type of shortcut in the production of an automobile = CHEAP ENGINEERING. :chairshot:

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It seems to me that the 4.02 disk is usa only, You would have to get a disk from a lexus dealer in the country that YOU need. Does that make sense to you ?

So? Anyways the platform is only loosly derived from the Neon. Well, The neon reminds me of a "Spec " a very small uncomfortable car. And to build anything on that frame reminds me of balancing a bowling ball on a marble and setting it in the middle of the highway. I guess such an auto would be ok for getting around town for groceries and such but just not for me or the wifey.

But why is it considered "patriotic" to laugh at an image of planes dropping bombs? "Yeah! We're gonna get you!". Childish !Removed! waving if you ask me. And why am I considered unpatriotic for not participating? In my world there is nothing patriotic about laughing at images of planes dropping bombs or relishing the thought of " Yeah were gonna get you " in fact I think that perception is quite childish and twisted. To be patriotic is ones choice and should be respected. Non participation in patriotism could send the wrong message in a mostly patriotic society ( especially during times of war ) when the phrase " United We Stand " never meant more to our country. Again, It is ones choice to be a patriot. ;)