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2rotor

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  1. It is true that you have to seperate the Ball Joint. I spent forever trying to do it without.... It has to be seperated... Also for those of you that are planning on purchasing the DF210 springs, you will need a spring compressor.
  2. Where did you purchase the HID kit?
  3. I am working on putting in my Tanabe DF210's and was reading on another website that you have to remove the ball joints... Is this true, or does it just make it easier? I will have to go find a puller if it is actually needed... Anyone have experience..?
  4. They called today and have agreed to replace the driver's side seatbelt and Mechanism FREE!!! Wow.. How awesome is Lexus? 320,000 miles now and they are replacing parts for free..
  5. I use some "transmedic" or "seafoam transtune" 500miles before each trans fluid change.. Works wonders...
  6. I run 17x9 all around.. I noticed no change in ride quality.. It's just much grippier now..
  7. Thanks! I am a little concerned due to the fact that I am running a pretty low offset....
  8. You can do it with a socket set... Some people use a spring compressor, but I don't use them. When you put lowering springs in they usually drop in.. I use a impact wrench makes life easier. But if it is your first time doing it, rent a spring compressor to avoid losing a finger.
  9. i am trying to figure out the Suspension travel. I bought some Tanabe "dress up form" lowering springs and I was wondering what the suspension travel in inches is under normal driving... Thanks
  10. I have the TANABE springs on the way right now... If you can find B+G springs get those.. they are by far the best springs on the market.
  11. +1 I have never gotten over 24mpg no matter what I do... I am due for plugs and a new air filter and fuel filter though.
  12. Not sure if this matters but according to the Tech department at work the BlackBerry Infastructure is currently experiencing some issues. My BB is just now up again after being down since 2pm. Perhaps due to the service interruption you have been unable to sync up..
  13. As I mentioned Python I am not going to get in a great debate, i am not an engineer, I never even mentioned OCTANE BOOST nor did I claim it would make the car go faster.. So you can stop trying to prove that point wrong, cause I never said that. Bottom line the car accelerates faster on 93 then it does on 87. FACT. If it is beause of retarded timing fine, bottom line it does. As to the gentleman who mentioned that i will have a hard time getting help in the future- Check my previous posts, I asked for help once, and then took that help and wrote a writeup with my experience to assist other members (how to set your timing/belt replacement) so go ahead and threaten me and see how it effects the forum. I was doing this as an experiment, and will continue to do so until i see reason not to. I never claimed that the Mustang was a super reliable awesome car, therefore I do make sure that it has 93 (as it is supercharged and requires it or it will die and be towed by the Lexus) From MY EXPERIENCE (NOT A POULAR MECHANICS ARTICLE) putting 93 in non High output car shows no difference (like my xterra, or my wife's old 04 civic) but when used in a car that has an ecu set up/ higher compression (like my motorcycle) it is benificial. I still get 24mpg on 87 as I did on 93 and have only noticed a difference in acceleration.. my findings, do what you want with them.. Enjoy your day.
  14. Not going to get in a *BLEEP*ing match over this.. But those who quoted me are leaving out an important part.. "The ecu is programmed for higher octaine fuel so the fuel curve is programmed for fuel to burn as does a higher octaine." Your honda civic is not "programmed" to accept the higher octane fuel, which is why it will not "go faster".... Regardless, i haven't heard any pinging (and I am a seasoned boosted vet so I know what detonation sounds like).. I have 318k on my Lexus, if it was a newer Lexus I would for sure not take a chance (as I don't take any chances with my Mustang GT or my Turbo Rx-7's...) But for goodness sake the car is a beater LS400 worth maybe $4000... It's not a $48,000 car anymore.. I guess this thread can be closed, I have not recieved any info I wasn't already aware of (knocking/pinging, slower acceleration, alleged fuel economy sufferage) and I have only expereinced slower acceleration, so I may continue using 87 as the prices of fuel seem to be skyrocketting. If I notice any mal effects I will let you guys know. Other then that this thread might as well be closed.
  15. Actually the fuel does make a difference. I have several High output cars that fuel makes a big difference. 93 octaine fuel burns faster and hotter making the reaction in the chambers faster, thus the burning reaction happens faster and more efficiently. The LS DOES accelerate faster on 93 octaine. The ecu is programmed for higher octaine fuel so the fuel curve is programmed for fuel to burn as does a higher octaine. I have noticed no change in fuel economy but the accleration has suffered a little. High output cars (such as the LS, Mustang GT's, Nissan Z cars ect) do react to octaine, but putting high octaine fuel in your honda civic wont "make it faster"..... Please educated responses only, I have done a 4 week run on regular so I have something to base my statements off..
  16. Well I have been pinched lately due to the increasing fuel costs. I drive 75 miles a day to work and have been trying to save on my fuel costs. I started running 87 octaine fuel exactly 4 weeks ago (aka 4.5 tanks of gas ago), to see if the car would run ok on lesser grade fuel. My reaction has been that the car will run well on regular fuel, it is not as fast on 87 but it does not exibit any "ping" or "knock". I think that I may start to run 87 unless there is a super scary reason not to... Anyone else run regular fuel? Anyone have definitive reasons why I should go back to 93 octaine?
  17. Yeah I rolled the inside of the fenders on my Miata for travel clearance but I have seen some cars that have used a method of rolling the lips to make flares...
  18. Well I am going to start driving ZX-6R when it warms up so the Lexus will be sitting most of the time.. I was thinking of doing some mild work on it while it is parked. I am picking up a set of Tanabe Springs, a Celsior Grill/badges.. And Well I also found an Pontiac GTP Supercharger that is priced reasonably.. I have an SAFC2 at my disposal and was wondering if anyone has tuned the engine using an safc2 on this car? I may try to fab up the Supercharger and patch in an SAFC..... Regardless of the Supercharger I still would like to add the SAFC2 if it will benefit the performance.. Well I will open up for comments/experiences
  19. Mine is stiff first thing in the morning (well has been this winter) not sure what the deal is.. I haven't checked my fluid.. maybe I should.. After I drive 2 seconds it goes to normal.
  20. I am waiting on a call back, as I made this call this morining.. I have 318,000 miles on the car now. THey seemed really helpful on the phone, and I hope that they fix this issue with the semi promised "goodwill repair".
  21. Look at the rears on this car.. Are they just rolled or are those add on?
  22. I am running 245/45/17.... They are pretty wide..
  23. Well I had these laying around and thought they might look good on the LS.. They dont rub. But they are sticking out about 1/4 inch... Are there any flares for these cars?? I am ordering some Eibach springs to drop it a little, as it looks like a 4x4...
  24. Don't forget to update the thread on the Rx-7 forum too.. GL with the sale to a fellow 7 owner...
  25. You have to pull the fender lining out and then access the "pinch clips" for the chrome trim from inside the fender. It requires some needle nose pliers and a thin flat head. You pinch the plastic clips with the needle nose pliers and then pry the chrome trim off with the screwdriver. The rest removes itself.
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