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Old 01-22-13, 01:42 PM
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I just bought my first lexus and Im very pleased with the overall quality and feel of it, but I kind of feel too much of the road while driving.Based on all the reviews I've read about my 05 es330, a smooth ride is what sold me.Reading other threads have me thinking I need struts but there is no noise.Is there any way to know before I just replace the struts.

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Just to make sure are you 100% Stock?
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Yes. All stock. 76600 miles
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What tires are on the car (runflats or regular?) and what tire pressure? What is their condition?
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It's has BF Goodrich regulars 215/55/17. It's certainly time to replace them based on wear.
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The tires and suspension are the two most important determining factors in your ride quality.

Get some Michelin Primacys... better yet, go to Tire Rack or Discount Tire and get a wheel/tire package.
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I will check those out. Thanks
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