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Your car looks great. I love a plain black look. Are you thinking about adding the OEM spoiler?

The steering wheel is interesting. Sans airbag eh?

Enjoy...

FYI I believe there are a total of 8 screws.

If you think a stock SC4 is quick off the line then you obviously have had little experience with truly fast cars. They are all dogs off the line without the conversion and will not lay rubber no matter how you decide to beat on it. Sure a chirp, but not anything like it could be.

my .02

I've been through two 12'ers this year ultimately settling for an Ipod.

Are you are certain you put the correct wattage bulb in?

Microphone for OEM car phone...handsfree...which is on the left side of the s.wheel on my 400.

There is also a grill to the right of the s.wheel on the dash (near to ones knee) which is where the interior thermometer resides. It allows the climate control to function/adjust by measuring interior temps.

That or maybe your car hasn't thought of anything to say...

I have had my SC400 for a couple of months now. I am the second owner. It just reached 119,000 miles. I have had it in to lexus for the power steering pump replacement.($1316) They are telling me the timing belt that turns the Cams was originally specked to be replaced at 120,000 but they dialed it back to 90,000 miles. They want me to get it done right away. I am trying to set the cash aside for them to do it. They Did Do a really good job on the power steering. They are saying it is a job of basically over $1000. I am also considering getting the water pump replaced and some front oil seals at the end of the cams only because what are the chances they are almost at the end of their life, and most of the labor is already done to do the timing belt. What does anyone think? I want a quality replacement on the belt soon, but I am not a rich man. Any experience on when this might break (under normal wear and tear), how long do I really have to do this before it becomes A dangerous situation?? In miles of course. can I go another 10,000 miles or no? I am told on the 95 if the belt did break it could cause major valve and head damage, I don't want that. Any answers or experience might help me sleep a little better at night for now. Thanks

Firstly, there was a recent thread discussing if the engine is an interference motor. It was concluded that it was not through '97 if my memory serves me. That said, you do not need to feel rushed about the timing belt. The worst result would be it snapping and needing a tow. No valve damage would occur on your generation. Further, a response to the thread was a gent with something like 175k on his original t-belt.

Second, if you have to save money for dealership costs its time to find an independent tech. $1,316 for the steering pump !!! Christ, I bought the pump and alternator myself and had a trusted independant perform p.s pump, alternator and belts for something like $175 (all in all $475 for parts&labor). I would post on the other (more active) Lexus forum for advice regarding a independant Toyota tech. It is just a ten year old Toyota 4.0 and a former master tech with near any import backround can bang these jobs out no problem. I often print out step by steps and leave them in the passenger seat for my guy.

Hth.

FWIW...I just had the same issue arise with my passenger door. My tech is going to fix it Saturday and claims he can do it inexpensively. I will let you know the result.

The bulb is removeable...

The passenger seat on my '95 SC400 is suffering from a similar issue. Here is a link to some feedback I received:

http://us.lexusownersclub.com/forums/index...showtopic=33888

Do let me know if you find a resolution to the problem. I put it on the backburner for now waiting for summer weather. While I appreciate this individuals suggestion it is a little over my head(tools/space/talent) and am hoping for an easier solution.

I think my best bet is to try to find a seat motor out of a wreck with a functional regulator.

Hth.

Let me know how you make out...I am in the exact same position having replaced all the same parts.

FWIW, I was just at a 'Tweeter' store the other day and asked their installer if he knew of anything. He did not. I had seen something on Craigslist which was what promted the question, but have not seen it again. Though I don't know that he is correct he was allegedly certain that such an item does not exist for our application.

Hth.

I bought a used rack for $270...

UPDATE:

I should have done the repair properly and removed the door panel. The repair has already split again...though admittedly still looks better <_< .

Once the weather improves I am going to repair it properly by removing the panel and sealing the crack.

I believe his odometer is working fine. He is concerned with losing the accurate mileage.

Yes, I too feel this forum is lacking. Not only is there little action, but all too often the writing is dreadful. I visited Club Lexus and while there is considerably more postings (a greater community vibe if you will) the writing is even worse. Strikes me as a bunch of uneducated 20 somethings dumping all their dough into a ride with questionable results. Not to mention the horrid advertisements bouncing all over the screen. :o

There is no fix...I am just venting. :cries:

No, not all forums are like this. I belong to a BMW forum that is incredible. :D

I will let you know.

Frankly, that troubles me and is probably just what I need to get going on this major service. <_<

You need not yell...

Regardless, I too hear the same noise in the last 10mph of braking. I had my tech check the Trans. Mount and stated it was solid. I have accepted it as a quirk of the model/trim. Curious if anyone can state otherwise?

I know at one point I saw a TBelt kit for approx $550 which included tensioners and the like. Shall I assume this is what you are referring to as aftermarket and that I should purchase the parts from the stealership?

:cries:

Thanks

You should purchase the parts online and have a reputable mechanic do the labor.

irontoad.com, lexuspartsonline.com, sewelllexus.com, autopartswarehouse.com.... and the like. Ask for quotes on OEM parts and go with the least expensive. ;)

Thank you,

That is just what I will do. Thank you for the links. I have a great tech to do the work I was just trying to buy the supplies as cheap uggh I mean as inexpensively :P as possible.

I know at one point I saw a TBelt kit for approx $550 which included tensioners and the like. Shall I assume this is what you are referring to as aftermarket and that I should purchase the parts from the stealership?

:cries:

Thanks

Can someone recommend a Timing Belt kit? What have others done? Do you need everything found in a kit? Any help is appreciated. :)

I would forgo the gold and return it to the factory chrome. It is hard to find these cars without a gold package on them.

It looks gross and belongs in the 90's where it began. :o

Oh... and FYI, it is approx. 14 degrees F in this photo and dropped to 1 degree last evening. That said, this is tightly stretched and may become even more subtle in warmer temps.

Here you go. :D

Unfortunately, I neglected to take the before photo but I am sure you can imagine it by comparing your own. You can still make out a slight line in this photo which is where the split was. It measured approx. 1'' and in the cold weather would separate the width of a clipped thumb nail.

Anyway, my friend had not seen it and upon inspecting it said I had two options.

a. I could have him remove the entire door panel, first fix the actual break from behind and then remount it before performing the vinyl repair. This was estimated at taking over an hour and at least $100.

b. He could fix it in 10 minutes for $40.oo and it would look pretty good. Further, if the repair fails in the future he will perform the more laborous repair for an additional $60.

I am not a fanatic and opted for option 'b'.

Well, the wife came home with a piece of our BMW's seat in her hand :cries:

...but on a positive note her hands were small enough to change the bulb :D

Helluva Girl