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Old 09-13-08, 05:59 PM
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Default Random Pics of my LS 430

Just playing around with my new camara and took soum pics of my ride. I know it is not VIP but hey I luv my Mordern Lux LS! Anyway thx for taking a peek.


BTW any tips on getting better shots, such as lighting (time of day) settings etc would be greatly appreciated.



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Definitely feelin the ride... no tips though I'm less than a novice with a digital cam haha
Old 09-13-08, 06:23 PM
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Better pics cuz. I'm on it!!!
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sweet man. like the setup. anyway you can provide the specs on the exhaust tips (inlet size, outlet size, length). i really wanna switch mine but i see so many different sites that have different measurements claiming to fit our car.
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damn bro. looks hot. loving that color.
Old 09-13-08, 07:13 PM
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Thx all for the props!

Originally Posted by froboy272
sweet man. like the setup. anyway you can provide the specs on the exhaust tips (inlet size, outlet size, length). i really wanna switch mine but i see so many different sites that have different measurements claiming to fit our car.
Flowmaster #15365



-Logo Embossed Polished Stainless
-Double Walled Rolled Edge Angle Cut
-4.00" Tip dia. x 2.50" Pipe dia. x 7.50" Length
-Clamp On (I had mine welded on)



Click here for the Tips... http://www.************.com/acp/deta...365&xlog=ddx-c

Here are some close ups of the tips, I think it gives the rear amore beefier look than the stock tips.






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Thanks Tee. I have been wondering about changing the tips since i got the car. They look really nice on your car i may have to get myself a pair.
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i like those rims.. car looks good (Y)
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nice shots.....not my style...but great pics
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Originally Posted by 97-SC300
damn bro. looks hot. loving that color.
I agree, very nice color for the LS430
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Originally Posted by junjdm
nice shots.....not my style...but great pics
which the rims or the tips? iv been looking for the perfect tips for hours now since i now know the dimensions. rims are always very personal though to each their own.
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Give it a drop and it'll look perfect
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Hey Tee - i see you welded on your tips. all of the tips that iv found are much shorter than the 7.5" ones you found. would i be able to get away with a shorter length and still have it stick out to the same point by welding it further down the stock 2.5" pipe?
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Thx guys for the kind words! Far as the drop 2 things i have to think about more.

1. The streets, driveways, parking decks and lots have killer dips (uneven entryways) that could mess my party up, I was thinking 2" drop in the front & 1" in the rear.

2. I will have to wait until my CPO warranty is up (I don't want to give the dealer any reason to trip) so if i slam it, I want to do it right. I want my ride to not be compromised, just for the look b/c the ride is unlike anything i have owned.



Originally Posted by froboy272
Hey Tee - i see you welded on your tips. all of the tips that iv found are much shorter than the 7.5" ones you found. would i be able to get away with a shorter length and still have it stick out to the same point by welding it further down the stock 2.5" pipe?
I think you could if the shop extended the exhaust pipes to compensate for the shorten length, I'm sure they can come up w/ something that make it work. If not you may have to go with the ones I'm using.
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Originally Posted by Tee
2. I will have to wait until my CPO warranty is up (I don't want to give the dealer any reason to trip) so if i slam it, I want to do it right. I want my ride to not be compromised, just for the look b/c the ride is unlike anything i have owned.
Nice pictures Tee

I hear you on the warranty thing regarding lowering it when the cpo runs out.
You got to wait another 3 years though

For the exhaust tips, stock is 3.5" already, but it's oval and the walls are thin, so it doesn't look as big.

For the length, you can go as long as 8-9" before having to remove a metal plate that extends from the exhaust can.

Nice upgrade on the flowmasters!!!


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