IS - 1st Gen (2001-2005) Discussion about the IS models up to the 2005 model

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Old 06-13-11, 10:46 AM
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Lightbulb new to club lexus from Houston

hey guys, im Josh. i just bought a 2001 IS300 a few weeks back for track and weekend use. plan to learn everything i can about the car and hopefully make a pretty good track car.

mods so far:

2jzge w/ 60 tim t3/t4 garret
fmic
aluminum radiator (forgot the name)
uknown body kit (came with the car)
semi built internals
aem fuel pressure reg
automatic with shift kit and a pretty big stall (dont know the exact number)

ill make a better list thats not all crappy later in the thread. lol just stoppin in to say hey club lexus.

edit: made 381hp at 10psi

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Old 06-13-11, 10:56 AM
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welcome bro. nice numbers your putting down. 381 should be a fun car to drive
Old 06-13-11, 11:00 AM
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thanks. yea it is a fun car to drive at the moment, but looking for more. i know enough about the car now but wanting to learn everything. my roomate was a mechanic for lexus for over 6 years, so it helps out A LOT. he also has a turboed ride, ap1 s2000 at about 350whp.
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Very nice and welcome. One question what is semi built internals? As in forged pistons only or what? Just curious
Old 06-13-11, 02:10 PM
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Welcome to Club Lexus
Old 06-13-11, 02:35 PM
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congrats and welcome
Old 06-13-11, 10:19 PM
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Nice welcome
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