clomicky

Almost all SM oils from the major oil manufacturers are really good nowadays. I would not spend a lot of money for synthetic oil for an LS. I'm not just saying this lightly, as I myself, really love taking great care of my cars (including of course my Lexus) and I've done a ton of research into this subject of oil, and have concluded that "regular" 5W-30 oil (changed often enough) is probably the best way to go. I strongly feel that it's better than 25,000 miles on a really good synthetic.

I use regular (yellow bottle) Pennzoil 5W-30 in my LS400, and change it every 3 or 4 thousand miles, maybe even more if the conditions are right. If you want to be extra safe with the oil, get the Japan-made 90915-20004 oil filter.

Do you know what I mean by SM oil? If not, no big deal, just post again and I'd be glad to go into more depth on this subject.

Hi Forum,

Just sold my 96 LS 400 w/ 207K miles and bought a 2002 LS 430 w/ 76K miles. The 430 is a family car, never seen a winter road yet, and been almost exclusively dealer maintained except for oil changes. Has had a combination of Castrol Synthetic Blend & conventional oil changes every 3K miles.

Questions:

1) Has anyone used AMSOIL Motor oil? Is it really as good as they say it is? Can you go 25K miles between changes w/ a AMSOIL filter?

2) My LS 430 has no oil leaks now. Should I be concerened about switching over to a 100% Synthetic oil?

3) I usually have Jiffy Lube change my oil, but I just don't trust them, too much employee turnover, and too many scandals. Does anyone know any shops in Massachusetts where I can get an AMSOIL flush & oil changeover done?

4) What about AMSOIL air filters, they are guaranteed for 100K miles if you clean them every 25K miles. This seems a little extreme!

Thanks,

NausetDog

ellismr@charter.net

Amsoil is very high density oil that I use for my motorcycle. As far as LS concern, I always use Castrol Syntec blend and go with factory recomended grade (5W-30). It works great for me....but its just my personal prefference. I wouldn't try to have any car run more than 5k on any type of oil or filter - syntetic or not. I think LS was engineered by very smart people...why would I want to test their knowledge?? Again....my personal opinion.

I want to install a stock cd changer in the glove box of my 96 LS400. The car is "pre-wired" for the cd changer as per the original window sticker. Also, there is a CD button on the stock (not the Nakamichi) stereo. But, there is no obvious wiring in the upper glove box. Is the wiring in there somewhere or do I need to get a wiring harness of some sort for this?

Unbelievable car, I've owned Toyotas for years, but this is my first Lexus, and boy do I love it.

Thanks in advance for any assistance.

Craig

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clomicky, The car is prewired, The wiring harness is tucked up and away.These changers are very ,very rare to come by especially the faceplate for the changer is even harder to come by. I have 1 of each if interested post your email. ;)

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My email is cclomicky@netzero.com

I want to install a stock cd changer in the glove box of my 96 LS400. The car is "pre-wired" for the cd changer as per the original window sticker. Also, there is a CD button on the stock (not the Nakamichi) stereo. But, there is no obvious wiring in the upper glove box. Is the wiring in there somewhere or do I need to get a wiring harness of some sort for this?

Unbelievable car, I've owned Toyotas for years, but this is my first Lexus, and boy do I love it.

Thanks in advance for any assistance.

Craig