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Old 06-20-07, 05:51 AM
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Wow! Nigel, I didn't know you were gonna make a grand entrance like this! Holy crap!Now this is what I call contributing to help others! Thank's for the compliments and hopefully we can hook up and share info soon! Welcome to CL!



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I recently bought a 98 GS 300. I have loved these cars from the beginning. I was very please to find this forum, quite by accident to be exact. I found a clip of Automan’s GS, nice ride by the way, when researching Lexus models and he mentioned CL in the clip. I located the site and joined that day, about a month now. I would like to thank everyone for all the information that is provided from this site. Everyone is very knowledgeable and also so willing to help. I have contacted Wringo since he lives close to me in Central Florida and can't wait to meet him, moreover to see his car. Thanks Wringo for answering all my questions. I hope my schedule changes in the near and I can make it to some of the local club meets. I never planned on doing any mods to a car I think is beautiful stock but after looking at many of your cars I know that I will.

I have compiled some threads from this site that I think will be helpful to many new guys looking for answers like I am. Thanks to all the members who answered by no means I am taking any credit for anything so I apologize in advance if I offend anyone for using their thread.

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Spring replacement:
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/sho...ht=replacement

Lower door molding replacement:
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/sho...ht=replacement

O2 sensor replacement:
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/sho...ht=replacement

Header replacement:
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/sho...ht=replacement

Brake pads replacement:
http://www.lexls.com/tutorials/brake/

Brake bleeding sequence:
http://www.stoptech.com/tech_info/wp...edbrakes.shtml

Starter GS 400 replacement:
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/sho...=starter+gs400

TTE Lip install:
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/sho...te+lip+picture

Factory HID bulb replacement:
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/gs-2nd-gen-1998-2005/40979-instruction-for-factory-hid-bulb-replacement.html

Transmission flush:
http://www.amsoil.com/faqs/ATF_and_F...Procedures.pdf

Power Steering fluid flush:
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/sho...ht=replacement
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/sho...d.php?t=267774

Transmission cooler:
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/sho...ghlight=cooler
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/sho...mission+cooler

TB coolant bypass:
http://sr1.clublexus.com/forums/show...coolant+bypass

Header install:
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/sho...d.php?t=219863

L-Tuned suspension:
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/sho...hlight=L-Tuned

Steering rack bushing replacement:
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/sho...hlight=L-Tuned

Lower Ball Joint DIY :
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/sho...wer+ball+joint

Stripping grille:
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/sho...y+chrome+grill

Spring/Shock reference:
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/sho...d.php?t=276772

Jack placement:
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/sho...highlight=jack

JeffTsai DIY projects:
http://www.projectgs.com/diy/

Buffing headlights:
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/sho...d.php?t=273145

Steering rack bushing replacement:
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/sho...d.php?t=246613

Radio settings:
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/sho...agnostics+Mode

HID retrofit:
http://sr1.clublexus.com/forums/showthread.php?t=189336
http://www.hidplanet.com/forums/view...69d9ddbb1506e8

Turbo install:
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/sho...d.php?t=270853

Rear Lower brace install:
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/sho...d.php?t=279353

Head Gasket replacement:
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/sho...d.php?t=278212

Headlight cleaning:
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/sho...d.php?t=267579

Speaker replacement 4 inch.
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/sho...d.php?t=104283

Radio removal:
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/sho...=radio+removal

Aftermarket radio installation:
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/sho...d.php?t=281411

Spark Plug replacement:
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/sho...d.php?t=116654

Skid plate DIY:
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/gs-2nd-gen-1998-2005/86621-skid-plate-project.html

Cabin filter DIY:
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/sho...d.php?t=199503

Dome lighting DIY:
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/sho...=139725&page=4

Rear fender shave DIY:
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/sho...d.php?t=278551

Timing belt replacement:
http://mkiv.com/manual/manualtt/timi...t_replacement/

Banangs DIY page:
http://web.archive.org/web/200302071....netfirms.com/

L-Tuned side installation:
https://www.clublexus.com/gallery/sh...8&ppuser=13362

Avic D3 installation:
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/sho...d.php?t=286180

Fuel system upgrade; fuel return line:
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/sho...d.php?t=286338

Headlight removal:
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/sho...d.php?t=174247
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/sho...threadid=41770

Sub replacement DIY:
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/sho...GS+kicker+easy

Factory Car Stereo Repair:
http://www.carstereohelp.com/

Radio lights DIY:
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/sho...te+control+LED
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/sho...t=radio+lights

Fog lights mod DIY:
http://cliffud.com/lexusdiy/fogmod.htm

Disabling day running lights:
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/sho...ht=disable+drl

Bleeding brakes DIY:
http://www.lexls.com/tutorials/brake/bleeding.html

Lexus LS DIY that may apply to GS:
http://www.lexls.com/

Valve body DIY modification:
http://www.importperformancetrans.co...structions.pdf

Supercharger installation:
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/sho...hlight=replace

Custom methanol DIY :
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/sho...ght=intake+box

K&N filter replacement:
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/sho...ght=intake+box

Debagging DIY:
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/sho...d.php?t=288407

LSD installation:
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/sho...d.php?t=250495

Bluetooth installation:
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/sho...ight=Bluetooth

Paint touch up and wet sand:
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/sho...paint+wet+sand

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Old 06-20-07, 05:59 AM
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Holy crap now thats what I call a " how do you do" intro.... Great to have you. I just checkedout the link for buffing the headlights and am ordering that kit to today for my mom's car. I've tried everything on her headlights and nothing worked that link made me a believer....Thanx..
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Wringo, thanks for all your help man. I am so glad that I got in touch with you. I know that you made me feel at ease about buying the 300. I hope we can hookup in the near future, even if it just to meet in person.

I hope you can use some of this stuff even though your car is slamming already. lol

Just glad I can do something to help out other members.

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Old 06-20-07, 06:02 AM
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bluelex I have done this mod to my caravan before I sold it and it really works. I LOVE your car my son loves both yours and wringos and since you both are in Florida I hope we can meet up so I may be able to learn from your experiences.

Thanks again
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I'm not worthy. Thanks ole Great One!
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Someone finally used the search button Halleluuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuujah
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Originally Posted by lexmenow
Someone finally used the search button Halleluuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuujah
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search and ye shall find.

Glad to help nate. There were other info also in the audio and video forum so you might want to do a more extensive search. Hope it works out for you. I could not find anything on your other concern.
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Gheez. Thanks!

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STICKIE THIS PLEASSE!!!
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I have just updates the first page to include supra TT bbk upgrade with illustrations showing the process. It also includes the piston rebuild process and SS brake line upgrade.



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https://www.clublexus.com/forums/sho...ight=sparkplug

GS 400 DIY Sparkplug install, by TLW...
All the links I saw were GS 300
 
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here's another thread to add to the list somehow..

https://www.clublexus.com/forums/sho...en+roof&page=2

it has some great pdf's on how to remove the headliner / moonroof assembly to fix rattles and a tsb to fix the prob on earlier GS's

thanks for the consolidation btw!
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Originally Posted by magnetik
here's another thread to add to the list somehow..

https://www.clublexus.com/forums/sho...en+roof&page=2

it has some great pdf's on how to remove the headliner / moonroof assembly to fix rattles and a tsb to fix the prob on earlier GS's

thanks for the consolidation btw!
Updated thanks for the link.
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Mods I hope this is ok.

MANUALS:
Service Manual:
http://www.bedlib.org/ebsco.html

Click on the ARRC logo for the login page.
LOGIN NOT WORKING LOOKING FOR OPTIONS
User : user
pass: password

Then scroll down in the list and select ARRC
Many local and county libraries offer this service for free via their website. All you need is a library card to log in. My library doesn't offer it, but I was thinking some members could check with their local library. If your able to get access please share with us.
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