Got a 02 gs300 and need advice
08-27-12, 12:40 PM
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08-27-12, 05:13 PM
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Looks great! With your mileage chances are the front suspension will need some attention (LBJ, tie rods, caster bushings, lower control arm, rack bushings, end links).
Give those a good inspection before doing anything else.
best of luck.
Give those a good inspection before doing anything else.
best of luck.
10-15-12, 06:42 PM
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Thanks for the advice...I ended up changing the lower caster arm (bushings were worn), lower ball joints, outer tie rods, steering rack bushings, and sway bar bushings. The car is much more stable now and the steering feels a lot tighter. Then went to a lexus dealer for an inspection and they told me to replace the upper control arms. They were asking $1700 so I did what most of us would do and walked out...
10-15-12, 08:55 PM
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11-25-12, 10:55 PM
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so, after getting the 3gs wheels I am thinking of lowering the car by about 1-1.5 inches all around. I don't want to sacrifice too much of the ride quality so I was thinking of going with NF210's...what do you guys think?
11-26-12, 05:56 AM
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Thanks for the advice...I ended up changing the lower caster arm (bushings were worn), lower ball joints, outer tie rods, steering rack bushings, and sway bar bushings. The car is much more stable now and the steering feels a lot tighter. Then went to a lexus dealer for an inspection and they told me to replace the upper control arms. They were asking $1700 so I did what most of us would do and walked out...
11-26-12, 09:01 AM
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Car looks very clean. Lovely buy. Btw, if your looking for a mechanic, just look around. You'll find 1 bro. Good luck with that. Take care of your car will ya? Lol
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11-26-12, 10:06 AM
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11-26-12, 10:08 AM
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Thanks buddy...yeah I found a great guy here in Richmond VA who does most of the work on the car.