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Recommendation on Tires for 2016 Lexus ES350
Lexusfreak replied to Nik6718's topic in 2013 - 2018 ES350 / ES350h
What are you looking for & / or what is important to you in a replacement tire? Also, what is your tire size? That will help in narrowing down your options. -
I have watched this video before a few times....very good info! I have not experienced any issues with the 8-speed automatic on my 2020 with 11,000 miles personally (of course I have done it's first 'drain & fill' with Amsoil 'Signature Series' ATF...with 2 more to go in the coming months. It shifted smooth before I changed the ATF....but it shifts even better now.
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Plans for my ES 350
Lexusfreak replied to Lexusfreak's topic in 2019 - Present ES250 / ES300h / ES350 / ES350h
Thank you RX! And I really appreciate the video! (I found several other ones as well that also demonstrated the lack of filtering performance of the K & N filters...I was shocked & frankly, quite angry to see the poor filtration). I can honestly say after getting steered in the right direction (which I greatly appreciate), I will stick with nothing but OEM or Wix 'paper' air filters. Luckily I never installed it yet on my ES.....I will also be removing the K & N filter in my Wife's 2020 GMC Acadia SLT V6 AWD. -
Plans for my ES 350
Lexusfreak replied to Lexusfreak's topic in 2019 - Present ES250 / ES300h / ES350 / ES350h
Ummmm wow!!!! That is eye opening for sure!! Not sure what to say....😳 RX, what do you use for an air filter? Wix, OE etc? I have to say, that is very disappointing re the results of the K & N air filter.... -
Plans for my ES 350
Lexusfreak replied to Lexusfreak's topic in 2019 - Present ES250 / ES300h / ES350 / ES350h
Ummmm wow!!!! That is eye opening for sure!! Not sure what to say....😳 -
Since I just got my ES yesterday....the only thing I have done so far is the Aquapel glass treatment (I swear by this stuff) & Rain X. As for what I am going to be doing to my ES 350....this is a 'teaser' pic....as I am just getting started as I have other items on order....'
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Just picked up my 2020 ES 350...beautiful vehicle & am so happy to be back with Lexus. One observation when I parked in my garage & closed the door....the OE LED bulbs at the bottom of each door & the trunk are pretty 'weak' in terms of light output. I LED'd the hell out of my old Charger (one is almost shocked when you find out how many bulbs are actually in the vehicle! LOL ). Anyway, right now I am looking to replace those bulbs & the owners manual only states what bulb sizes one needs for the front side marker lights & front turn signal lamps (which I have purchased Philips LED's for already. Can anyone help with the bulb sizes please? I usually get mine off Amazon...just need the sizes. Much appreciated.
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I highly recommend switching to Amsoil synthetic ATF (which not only meets, but exceeds Toyota WS standards). Great video....& now Amsoil has the 'easy pack' packaging which is basically a quart bag to make things much easler with less mess & waste. I have tried them all over the years....experience is a good teacher....I have never had an issue with Amsoil products in 22+ years on my vehicles. Not one regret.
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If you have the service history & the car is in good mechanical condition...give er! It's a Lexus/ I do miss my 2001 ES....beautiful vehicle.
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Might be back in the Lexus fold...
Lexusfreak replied to Lexusfreak's topic in 2019 - Present ES250 / ES300h / ES350 / ES350h
Glad to speak with you again DC!! Pics will be coming...a few personalized things I need to do to the car beforehand & I will share. -
Might be back in the Lexus fold...
Lexusfreak replied to Lexusfreak's topic in 2019 - Present ES250 / ES300h / ES350 / ES350h
Absolutely RX! Not to worry, I am doing many things even before I pick up the vehicle....including upgrading to an AGM battery. I have spend $1,500+ so far on parts / fluids & accessories to make it 'mine'. I will 'stretch her legs' a few times per week. -
Might be back in the Lexus fold...
Lexusfreak replied to Lexusfreak's topic in 2019 - Present ES250 / ES300h / ES350 / ES350h
Purchase has been made!...I could not turn down the deal I got & the actual ES...2020 ES 350 'premium' with only 11k miles in Nebula Grey Pearl (windows are already tinted)....over 2 years of full factory warranty remaining; 1 owner, full service history & Lexus CPO. Our 'premium package' in Canada is equipped quite differently than our friends south of the border....with more features / standard equipment. Originally I wanted the UL package....but in these parts, they are very rare (I reached out to 17 Lexus dealers in a 400 mile radius of me...the UL units that are available are 5 to 6 k more & only about 20% are actually at Lexus dealers...the premium pkg checks 95% of the boxes I was looking for....as the expression goes 'don't look a gift horse in the mouth'. I literally have a 6 minute drive to work... I pick the car up this Saturday. -
1990....I am just exploring options vs. the stock size tires. I just might stick with the 215 55 17 tire size...the car has only 11,000 miles on it, however I would like to upgrade the existing Michelins to a more 'sportier' set of shoes (yes I am aware that the ES is not a sports sedan). I only put about 5k miles a year on my car. I am thinking of the Michelin Pilot Sport A/S 4's.
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I have made my purchase....a 2020 Lexus ES 350 'premium' with the factory 215 55 17 tires size. I would like to safely '+0' the tires on the same OE wheels. From my research & experience (keep them within 3% & you are good). From what I have researched....I can safely move from a 215 55 17 tire to a 225 55 17 tire. Looks like a 1.6% difference overall. Can anyone please confirm this or suggest a different tire size I should research? Much appreciated everyone!
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I am considering a 2020 Lexus ES 350 'premium package' with the 17" OE alloy wheels (I am pretty sure I know the answer already, I just want to ask the group)... What I am planning is to use the OE 17" wheels for my winter wheels / tires & upgrade to the 18" OE Lexus wheels from the 'Ultra Luxury' package. In theory, they should be the exact same offset & bolt pattern. Will they fit 'plug & play'? Finally, is anyone selling these wheels that are in great shape? I can cringe going to the parts dept at the dealer to find out how much these are. Thanks in advance everyone!
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Hello everyone, Still in the here....I am shopping for an ES 350... I found a 2020 ES 350 'premium' package in the colour I want with 17,000 Km's (11,000 miles)...with the 'premium package' One owner, service history & Lexus CPO. I originally was hell bent on the ultra luxury package...(I really like the LED headlamps on this model)....however, considering what the package includes, I am wondering if it is actually needed (especially the price on a used model); 5 to 6k more. The premium package checks almost all the boxes for what I want / need. What are fellow members thoughts on an ultra luxury package vs. the premium? Thanks!
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Might be back in the Lexus fold...
Lexusfreak replied to Lexusfreak's topic in 2019 - Present ES250 / ES300h / ES350 / ES350h
For the last 10 years, I have owned a rare 2012 Dodge Charger 'Blacktop' edition with the 300 hp V6 * 8-speed automatic (only 52,000 miles)...fully loaded (bought it out of the showroom brand new). The car I went to see was decent, however all 4 wheels has severe curb rash & cosmetic issues....I parked mine beside it & just shook my head as my 10 year old Dodge was in far better shape than this 2019. The ES drove nice & I had high hopes....but this unit was not from a Lexus dealer & certainly not Lexus CPO....at least here in Ontario....due to the supply chain issues...off make dealers are buying 'used' cars at auctions & what ever rock where they can find some sort of product & charging full pop for it. If I had a dollar for every time the sales manager said to us that it was the 'ultra luxury package' I would have been able to take the Wife out for a premium steak dinner LOL. This one was a no go....but I am still actively looking for 'my' Lexus....I will know it when I see / drive it. I think patience is will be my friend / asset... -
Hello fellow Lexus members!.....very long time since I have been here & it is awesome to be back! I am considering a 2019 Lexus ES 350 with the 'Ultra Luxury' package....with only 35,000 Km's (21,700 miles); one owner with service history (non Lexus CPO). But still has 1 full year of bumper to bumper warranty, pluse the balance of the powertrain warranty. I am going to the dealer tomorrow (about an hour out of town) to inspect & test drive the vehicle with my better half. I have some questions for those who own this model... What should I be paying very close attention to (I have read that there are possibly issues with the 8 speed automatic...is there anything else I should have my eyes peeled for? Speaking of the 8-speed automatic specifically, can anyone confirm if this tranny has a transmission filter when performing a transmission fluid change? If so, how difficult is it to replace the filter when performing this service? IE: does the transmission have to be taken apart to access the filter? Any feedback would be greatly appreciated. Thank you everyone!
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I will be due for new brakes soon on my 2005 ES 330...I have priced out OE Toyota replacement parts & frankly the dealers around here are astronomical just for the parts (front & rear pads & rotors). I am considering a complete brake kit from Powerstop which includes front / rear cross drilled & slotted rotors & "Evoloution' front & rear ceramic pads for approx $320, plus free shipping. Does anyone have any experience with these & if so, I would love to hear your feedback. More info here: http://shop.autoanything.com/brakes/61A5870A0A0.aspx
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It's possible sure...fingers crossed.
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Having said that, a bit disappointed that a 7 or 8 speed automatic has not been introduced...