1998 Lexus ES 300
07-16-09, 06:48 PM
#16
Well, I got my new Magna Flow exhaust put on and it's actually quieter than my universal Magna Flow exhaust I had on there prior. You can still hear the throaty sound, but quieter. Also noticed that my acceleration is quicker, I guess due to less back pressure, being that the exhaust is a straight thru system. I posted a pic of my new exhaust from magna flow exhaust web site.
Mine was/is a "Magnaflow Muffler 14278 Polished Stainless (Single / Dual, 3" Inlet/ Dual 2.25" Outlet, 18" Body Length, 24" Overall Length. )"
I wonder how much difference in sound/tone/etc. there is between models?
Regardless, I'm ecstatic that you're happy with yours! Nothing beats a nice rumble as you motor down the boulevard!
07-17-09, 12:30 PM
#17
Ahhh...I see the different model number.
Mine was/is a "Magnaflow Muffler 14278 Polished Stainless (Single / Dual, 3" Inlet/ Dual 2.25" Outlet, 18" Body Length, 24" Overall Length. )"
I wonder how much difference in sound/tone/etc. there is between models?
Regardless, I'm ecstatic that you're happy with yours! Nothing beats a nice rumble as you motor down the boulevard!
Mine was/is a "Magnaflow Muffler 14278 Polished Stainless (Single / Dual, 3" Inlet/ Dual 2.25" Outlet, 18" Body Length, 24" Overall Length. )"
I wonder how much difference in sound/tone/etc. there is between models?
Regardless, I'm ecstatic that you're happy with yours! Nothing beats a nice rumble as you motor down the boulevard!
10-11-09, 05:24 PM
#18
Updated photos of my car.
Here are some updated pics of my car. I've added some 18inch Boze iForged two piece rims and 255/40/18 tires. Added 8k HID's lowbeam and 6k HID driving lights. Also, added a rear LED spoiler and some interior wood trim and chrome, along with a shift handle. I replaced my rear OEM subwoofer with an aftermarket 8 inch sub and had to replace my OEM amp that I fried, trying to add a stronger sub woofer. Very near future mod will be the rotors and pads. Im going with slotted and drilled rotors with ceramic pads. Future mods are to lower it with coilovers, 00-01 wood grain steering wheel, 00-01 rear tail lights and a front lip, then eventually a body kit, skirts and rear bumper cover.
Last edited by angmedic91; 10-11-09 at 05:30 PM.
11-01-09, 09:14 AM
#21
Update: 11/01/2009
Well, since my last post 3 weeks ago, I now have drilled and slotted rotors with ceramic brake pads from ebay, they squeak a little, but told that should go away once everthing is settled and worn in a bit. Otherwise it brakes very nice and quick. I also upgraded to the 00-01 ES300 wood grain steering wheel that I got off of ebay, the wheel is black and wood, looks good with my tan interior, went with the black wheel cause I could not find a tan leather and wood wheel, black wheels are plentiful off ebay. FYI, you will have to use your old airbag and place it on the upgraded 00-01 ES300 steering wheel due to different connectors on the airbags. Lastly, installed a new OEM Solara strut bar I bought from Carson Toyota, fits perfectly, but hits slightly under the hood. No hood bulge thou and you can tell the difference when you corner, car doesnt dive into the turn, stays more flat.
My next immediate mod is getting new OEM headlights, my original ones have scratches on the outside and realized its hazed and dirty on the inside. So Im buying new OEM replacements off ebay for 274.00 a pair, should have them by mid week.
Future mods are: 00-01 rear taillights, TRD rear sway bar, coilovers, and a front lip. Photos to follow once I install my headlights.............
My next immediate mod is getting new OEM headlights, my original ones have scratches on the outside and realized its hazed and dirty on the inside. So Im buying new OEM replacements off ebay for 274.00 a pair, should have them by mid week.
Future mods are: 00-01 rear taillights, TRD rear sway bar, coilovers, and a front lip. Photos to follow once I install my headlights.............
11-01-09, 10:44 PM
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Sup bro,
Welcome to the family...ur grill is unique ... although im not feeling the spoiler ... then again each to their own.
Enjoy ur ride and take good care of her ... the guys on here are very useful and always be there in case u need some advices on mods.
PEACE !
Welcome to the family...ur grill is unique ... although im not feeling the spoiler ... then again each to their own.
Enjoy ur ride and take good care of her ... the guys on here are very useful and always be there in case u need some advices on mods.
PEACE !
11-02-09, 01:54 PM
#24
The grill I made, went to Pep Boys and bought some mesh grill wire in chrome and cut it so it would fit to my orginal grill and then I painted some slip ties chrome, drilled small holes in my original grill, which I also painted chrome, and tied down the mesh to the grill and molded the mesh into the grill. I wish they made aftermarket grills with the chrome mesh, like the IS 300's and the new GS'.
Everyone likes the spoiler, they say it balances the look of the car, plus I dont see any ES300 with spoilers. But, like you said, to each there own. Thanks for the welcome, but Ive been on here since April 2009 and already have picked the brains of everyone on here with questions.
Everyone likes the spoiler, they say it balances the look of the car, plus I dont see any ES300 with spoilers. But, like you said, to each there own. Thanks for the welcome, but Ive been on here since April 2009 and already have picked the brains of everyone on here with questions.
Last edited by angmedic91; 11-21-09 at 06:57 PM.
11-21-09, 07:06 PM
#25
Update: Nov. 21, 2009
Well, its been another 3 weeks and I've added some stuff and replaced other worn out stuff. Well, I replaced my original headlights and bought new OEM headlights. What a difference in the HID's thru clear lenses. I upgraded my OEM crankshaft pulley to a Non Stop Tuning underpulley. What a difference in weight and throttle response. Lastly, changed out my tail lights and placed the 00-01 ES300 taillights. Looks so much better now, no more amber lenses. Hopefully soon, I'll take some pics and post them up on here.
Next mods are a rebored throttle body, should give me more pony power and a TRD rear sway bar. Mods to follow after are a front lip and coilovers to lower it.
Next mods are a rebored throttle body, should give me more pony power and a TRD rear sway bar. Mods to follow after are a front lip and coilovers to lower it.
Last edited by angmedic91; 11-23-09 at 09:20 AM.
11-24-09, 10:27 AM
#28
Holy wheel gap batman!!
Just kidding, a good set of coilovers will really set the car off. The stance of a car always changes the whole dimeaner of a car.
What style of front lip are you going with? I've kinda been looking into front lips, but havent really fell in love with one yet. I do like the exclusive lip, but I dunno.
Just kidding, a good set of coilovers will really set the car off. The stance of a car always changes the whole dimeaner of a car.
What style of front lip are you going with? I've kinda been looking into front lips, but havent really fell in love with one yet. I do like the exclusive lip, but I dunno.