pearllex09

Nice wheels! Did they come with the lexus center cap?

DFig619

Looks like the center caps from the stock fsport wheels

mwl7698

They are indeed the caps from the fsport wheels. Fortunately they fit perfectly in the new wheels. The silver TSW caps that came with the wheels stuck out to much and not in a good way.

Nikon

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definitely don't waste your time with fsport springs. you will be very unhappy if you're trying to actually lower the car. other brands will get lower without being too low. many people here use the H&R lowering springs for a healthy drop without going coilover slammered.

mwl7698

I've been reading some good things about the H&R springs. Is that what you are on? Was just looking at your avatar pic.

Hoovey689

iTrader: (16)

Wouldn't be my choice, but not bad

mwl7698

Yours looks sharp too!

Nikon

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yes. like ~$250 shipped and an afternoon in the garage.

mwl7698

Any thoughts on Tein? Eibach?

iRyan

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depends on price you looking to spend...springs (Tanabe, Tein , Road MAgnets) you are looking between $190- $270 + installation, while coilovers will run from Megan EZ $649, LP $800, BC (the best lol) $950, Tein approx $1100..

IS300_white

Just my 2 cents ...the rear tires should really be a 30 series rather than a 35 series. With a 275 wide tire, the sidewall is taller with a 35 series.

FYI, the front tires are 25.2 inches in diameter, but the rear tires are 26.58 inches in diameter right now. More than an inch of difference. With a 30 series, the rears would be 25.5 inches.

mwl7698

I was looking through your build thread. Very nice! I saw that you changed from springs to coil overs. What are some of the pros and cons of each and why did you make the change?

Yeah, I've decided to have the rears swapped out. As I've been looking at the pics more, it looks like kinda like a drag car. Not exactly the look I want. Thanks for the recommendation, I'll probably go with the 30s.

ParkIanho

Looks great! Congrats on the nice bday present to yourself! Just curious, what made you choose the Michel Pilot Sport tires, as im looking to replace my tires soon?

mwl7698

Thanks! I chose the michelins due to excellent reviews for ride and handling and for one of the best tread wear warranties in their class.

Initial G

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Congrats on the new wheels.

I'd skip the f-sport springs and go with a nice set of coil overs. With coil overs you will be able to adjust the height to your liking.

I currently have Tein H tech springs and they were a nice drop with the stock 18s. But once I upgraded to 19s the gap became bigger and now I need more of a drop. Saving up for coil overs now.

Good luck with your mods.