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Low Tire Warning Light
Statman replied to chemistken's topic in 04 - 09 Lexus RX330 / RX350 / RX400h
My HiHy not only has this, but reports the actual pressure for all 5 tires. And to the OP, I had the same exact thing happen....spare tire low. -
Drove A Highlander Hybrid Today
Statman replied to SW03ES's topic in 04 - 09 Lexus RX330 / RX350 / RX400h
I sold my GX470 and got a HiHy (highlander Hybrid, Limited) several months ago. Couldn't be happier. Getting over 28 mpg, better pick-up if needed. My wife still has her 400h. -
Rx 400h Ethanol Usage Reducing Gas Mileage?
Statman replied to JoeRX400h's topic in 04 - 09 Lexus RX330 / RX350 / RX400h
I use 91 octane with 10% ethanol (by law in CO)...get 28 mpg. -
I live in Colorado...drive all the time in the mountains....no problem with the 400h. The stock battery can be a problem. Either get a replacement (like an optima) or keep a charger in your car and you are good to go.
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In The Market For An Suv
Statman replied to skassamali's topic in 04 - 09 Lexus RX330 / RX350 / RX400h
Some additional food for thought. My wife has a 400h, I just traded my GX470 for a Highlander Hybrid. I am getting 28 mpg and it is not yet broken in. Not quite the finish of a lexus, but really quite nice. -
Rx 400h Or Highlander Hybrid?
Statman replied to TrojanFan's topic in 04 - 09 Lexus RX330 / RX350 / RX400h
My wife has an RX400h. I just traded my GX470 for a Limited HiHy....I have ben very impressed with the HiHy thus far. The summary above is quite good, but to be honest the HiHy is fine for comfort. I was amazed at the gas mileage so far (I have 2200 miles on it). Average is 28.2. I just drove to and from Steamboat twice this last week and averaged 33.4. My wife likes the RX more, smaller mainly. -
Some very different opinions...I think it is one of the worst features (on my GX470 and RX400h). I would never get it again if I had the choice.
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So what octane are you using in the mountains? 91 at 5300 ft. is like 93 in the flatlands...perhaps you get more mileage because of higher effective octane at altitude. What do you tend to drive when in CO? Short trips around town or highway miles?
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perhaps this will help: Coastaltech
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Black with Charcoal interior.
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I beleive the reset is to hold the window button either up (or down) for several seconds after the window is in that position. Give that a try, it won't hurt.
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Driving In Deep Snow
Statman replied to Colo Springs RX400h's topic in 04 - 09 Lexus RX330 / RX350 / RX400h
No problem...32" first storm...14" in the second...never got stuck! Oh and 18" in the third... -
Driving In Deep Snow
Statman replied to Colo Springs RX400h's topic in 04 - 09 Lexus RX330 / RX350 / RX400h
No problem here...about 30" on the ground. -
Surely you mean 600 rpm....otherwise you have other problems.
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The main purpose for using nitrogen is that it has less moisture in it. The other reasons are probably unperceptable to us regular folks (e.g., size of nitrogen molecules, etc.).
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I did the usual maintenance reset and that worked.
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Broken Mirror - Really Bad Luck
Statman replied to resmer's topic in 04 - 09 Lexus RX330 / RX350 / RX400h
this is your quote This sounds like you have not used it...why would you be thinking of switching to it if you have used it? Whatever mr. detail expert. I am no zealot for Zaino. I have a rather expensive vehicle and have tried souverain, p21s, poorboys, klasse, four star, rejex, meguiars & ultimate. None of them are quite as good as zaino for finish and longevitiy IMHO. -
Broken Mirror - Really Bad Luck
Statman replied to resmer's topic in 04 - 09 Lexus RX330 / RX350 / RX400h
You obviously do not understand Zaino...It's application is definately a process which starts by removing old waxes, claying the paint (possibly paint cleansing and swirl removal if necessary)and then multiple applications of the Z5Pro and Z2Pro with Z6 and/orZ8 in between each layer. I suggest you refrain from commenting on a product you obviously have never used. You are not the only detailer in the world (I am also a memeber of autopia and detailcity and I detail my 996TT myself.) Peace -
Broken Mirror - Really Bad Luck
Statman replied to resmer's topic in 04 - 09 Lexus RX330 / RX350 / RX400h
So I spent $350 for this application...that is not too far off an initial full detail and there is no warranty for a detail. I just have too many cars to detail each myself (also own my own business). BTW what sealant do you use? I realize that there is no way they could get real teflon to bond to the car paint...need really high temps for this. I agreee it is a marketing ploy. As I said I have not had problems yet...IOW I have not had them deny it. I did not realize that you are the definitive person to keep track of these statistics...forgive me. I guess the BBB is aware of these false claims since they are so prevalent? How stupid of me...I guess I have no business sense. How much do you pay a detailer? I have been detailing one of my own cars for a couple of years (see my sig). I have yet to find a detailer that comes close to my own work (I use Zaino BTW). There is no way I could get a detailer to do the job I want for as you say "weekly for several years" for the money I spent on the Teflon hose job. Agreed, there may be some paint cleansers that would help...P21S and Zaino both make one....worth a try. I do like Klasse as wwell! I understand your opinion and actually agree that is probably an overpriced sealant job, but the warranty is interesting. I will let you know if I get screwed. Cheers! -
I may be wrong, but I'll take a shot at explanation. The computer actually "looks" at your driving habits (measured in terms of mpg) and uses historical data to predict how long you will get with the amount of fuel in the tank. If you drive with mpg considerations...slower starts, lower top speed, etc. you will find your predicted miles to empty wil change.
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Broken Mirror - Really Bad Luck
Statman replied to resmer's topic in 04 - 09 Lexus RX330 / RX350 / RX400h
Try and put a claim in to it, there are WAY too many ways they can deny it. Its totally worthless, trust me. Read the warranty they gave you, there are at least 20 ways they can get out of paying a claim and they will. It also doesn't remove you from the need to protect the finish, it won't last more than 3 months anyways so you'll still need to wax, and if you can't prove you put the booster product on however often they tell you too, thats one of the 20 ways they can get out of paying a claim. On top of the fact that anything that results from a collision they don't cover (which means this mirror issue), its just a total ripoff. When you look at what this *BLEEP* costs, it should be a crime. I used to detail professionally, I know a lot of people who have tried to put claims in for paint work because they had that junk, and I don't know of ONE time anybody had a claim processed. Not one time. Oh so you have the teflon as well? I actually have had no problem with them denying my claim. Just have not had time to get the work done. -
Broken Mirror - Really Bad Luck
Statman replied to resmer's topic in 04 - 09 Lexus RX330 / RX350 / RX400h
Correct. They will take care of the problem 100%. I got it for my wife's car as I do not have time to keep-up/detail another car. I spend my detailing time on my P-car! -
I agree with the above 2 posts!
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Broken Mirror - Really Bad Luck
Statman replied to resmer's topic in 04 - 09 Lexus RX330 / RX350 / RX400h
Wow, my wife broke hers and I noticed the same "spots" in the paint. I did not know what it was. I had had the special teflon protection put on so I don't think the damage is anywhere near yours...it actually is difficult to see except I am OCD. I'm still waiting to get it looked at. -
Chrome Wheels On Gx? Show Mw What You Got
Statman replied to AV-GX-VFR's topic in 03 - 09 Lexus GX470