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Old 02-14-06, 12:23 PM
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very usefull!!!

just got a set of chromes too, however...

can i see some pix of these installations, i hate to bring this to the dealer and get charged for $500.00
Old 02-14-06, 01:14 PM
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Originally Posted by manila_boy
very usefull!!!
just got a set of chromes too, however...
can i see some pix of these installations, i hate to bring this to the dealer and get charged for $500.00
WHOAAAAA

Its easy just follow the instructions and you should be good...
its not that hard if your handy or you have done stuff like this before...

there is no way that its a $500 job./..ouch .can i hear the word..overpriced...DAmmmmmm
Old 02-14-06, 01:35 PM
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Originally Posted by GSoup
WHOAAAAA

Its easy just follow the instructions and you should be good...
its not that hard if your handy or you have done stuff like this before...

there is no way that its a $500 job./..ouch .can i hear the word..overpriced...DAmmmmmm
well this is my first time, the thing is i want to see it in details (pix.) on how to install it-i don't want to mess this thing up (ie: sctrach it, break it. etc. etc.), i'm not very familiar with these door parts. anyways the cost of the intallation is really off the hook - it is very well over price, i just called glendale lexus and they gave me a quote for $552.00/4.5 hours!!! really sux

anyhow, i think i'll try to do this mod this coming weekend-i think i'll do fine, given a full detail on how to do it

...installation price at the dealer

...don't be lazy and go to clublexus
Old 02-14-06, 01:44 PM
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552 bucks You can get the SRT intake and some other mods for that $$$. Rip-offs Gimme 125 and I will glue it on
Old 02-14-06, 04:30 PM
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My installer did the chrome door handles, LED wedge bulbs, LED side markers, and chrome trunk trim for $160. About four hours.
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I've done...those mods already to either my car or to other CL'ers car for free...

1) chrome door handles
2) Led wedge bulbs
3) LED side markers
4) chrome trunk trim....

4 hours????? wow... i need to start charging people..then
Old 02-15-06, 10:07 AM
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Originally Posted by GSoup
I've done...those mods already to either my car or to other CL'ers car for free...

1) chrome door handles
2) Led wedge bulbs
3) LED side markers
4) chrome trunk trim....

4 hours????? wow... i need to start charging people..then
supposed to PM u might as well reply to this (so others will know). can u make a write-up on how to install the t-bar-also getting that, arriving together witht the handles

thanx
Old 07-04-06, 11:36 AM
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sorry but i'm bringing this back from the dead... shop quoted me $400 to do this so i'm going to try and brave it on my own

has anyone been in contact with TONE w/regards to the installation pictures? i've opened up the rear door panels and.... i'm suddenly scared

also, i don't understand how the child door lock is a problem? what makes it screw up when replacing with the chrome handles?
Old 07-18-06, 11:25 AM
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does anyone have any info on how to install these door handles do you have any pictures or any sites that show diy's?
Old 07-18-06, 06:26 PM
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dammit tad i could have done it for you for some frikkin pizza and diet coke..yikes 500 bucks for the install is just ridiculous.. gimme a bottle of crown royal and ill be good to go!
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gsoup do you think you could post up the pics ?? iam attempting this now and it would help out a great deal if i could see what i need to do !! oh and is there anybody in tampa clearwater area willing to help !!
Old 04-26-07, 07:01 AM
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Default Installing chrome door handles!

Well I got chicken'd out and wouldn't attempt to do this mod myself,and reverted to a local mechanic who knows our cars inside and out and only charged me $160.00 to do the install! Both fronts were done in like 15 minutes but the rear took a little longer with total time taking maybe 1.5 hours with two mechanics working on each side! I'll post a pic of the finished product this evening! I love them and think they really compliment the car well!
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Well, I am glad that this thread came back, my handles should be here friday, and would love to see them on the car this weekend.
Old 04-26-07, 09:11 AM
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lol wow! This was the first thread I posted when I joined CL I love my chrome door handles!
Old 04-26-07, 09:24 AM
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lovely is'nt it-gald i got me a set, i know some ppl are not liking it-i guess it's the way their car is set-up or their just not into it at all nyways i did'nt have enough time to take pix on the install before-i wish i did it's not that hard to install at all, w/ the help of my brother we finished it in about an hour


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