IS - 3rd Gen (2014-present) Discussion about the 2014+ model IS models

RC axle back on 3IS

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old 09-12-16, 03:15 PM
  #16  
gpxluke
Former Sponsor
iTrader: (2)
 
gpxluke's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jan 2014
Location: Vancouver BC
Posts: 505
Likes: 0
Received 38 Likes on 23 Posts
Default

That diffuser should be plug and play...hum..looks pretty good.
Old 09-12-16, 03:37 PM
  #17  
RocketG35
Intermediate
 
RocketG35's Avatar
 
Join Date: Feb 2015
Location: SF Bay Area, CA
Posts: 328
Received 19 Likes on 19 Posts
Default

Originally Posted by E46CT
I would retrofit that diffuser and exhaust tips in a heart beat. I wonder if that's all it is...
I would retrofit that diffuser too...but with quad tips!
Old 09-12-16, 03:52 PM
  #18  
E46CT
Lexus Test Driver
 
E46CT's Avatar
 
Join Date: Mar 2016
Location: zero maintenance
Posts: 8,608
Received 2,080 Likes on 1,571 Posts
Default

I'd keep the integrated Genuine Lexus tips! Looks high end factory expensive and professional! I wonder if they bolt on
Old 09-13-16, 07:07 AM
  #19  
JM Auto Racing
Sponsor
iTrader: (1)
 
JM Auto Racing's Avatar
 
Join Date: Dec 2012
Posts: 5,856
Received 18 Likes on 17 Posts
Default

Originally Posted by Rudiculous
How would someone try it without installing? Honest question
You'd be able to tell by holding the new exhaust up to the car (on a lift of course) or put your stock vs. the new on top of each other
__________________
Email:sales@jmautoracing.com
AIM: jmautoracing@gmail.com
www.jmautosports.com
1-855-998-8726
Old 09-13-16, 08:37 AM
  #20  
RocketG35
Intermediate
 
RocketG35's Avatar
 
Join Date: Feb 2015
Location: SF Bay Area, CA
Posts: 328
Received 19 Likes on 19 Posts
Default

Originally Posted by JM Auto Racing
You'd be able to tell by holding the new exhaust up to the car (on a lift of course) or put your stock vs. the new on top of each other
I'd be interested, but I have the stock diffuser right now...so even if it was a direct fit, I couldn't use it yet. Maybe someone with a quad tip diffuser will step up before I get around to it???
Old 09-13-16, 10:55 AM
  #21  
gpxluke
Former Sponsor
iTrader: (2)
 
gpxluke's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jan 2014
Location: Vancouver BC
Posts: 505
Likes: 0
Received 38 Likes on 23 Posts
Default

Originally Posted by JM Auto Racing
You'd be able to tell by holding the new exhaust up to the car (on a lift of course) or put your stock vs. the new on top of each other
Wanna PM me a price shipped to 98281?
Old 09-13-16, 11:18 AM
  #22  
JM Auto Racing
Sponsor
iTrader: (1)
 
JM Auto Racing's Avatar
 
Join Date: Dec 2012
Posts: 5,856
Received 18 Likes on 17 Posts
Default

Sure PM Sent!
__________________
Email:sales@jmautoracing.com
AIM: jmautoracing@gmail.com
www.jmautosports.com
1-855-998-8726
Old 09-13-16, 05:42 PM
  #23  
mjh09e
Lexus Test Driver
iTrader: (2)
 
mjh09e's Avatar
 
Join Date: Apr 2011
Location: FL
Posts: 1,210
Received 15 Likes on 13 Posts
Default

Originally Posted by E46CT
I would retrofit that diffuser and exhaust tips in a heart beat. I wonder if that's all it is...
I'm with you! Definitely down for the new diffuser!
Old 09-13-16, 08:44 PM
  #24  
RocketG35
Intermediate
 
RocketG35's Avatar
 
Join Date: Feb 2015
Location: SF Bay Area, CA
Posts: 328
Received 19 Likes on 19 Posts
Default

Heard back from Tanabe. Exchanged a couple emails. Seems they haven't tried it, so can't confirm it. Also, the rep may not have dug into the internals. Seems easy to find out but oh well.


> Tanabe: "Grant

For the Lexus RC and Lexus IS it uses a specific bolt-on exhaust systems that are specific to that application."

> Me: "Hi - Is it more about the performance could be affected or the fit? Interestingly, the RC and IS use the exact same OEM F-Sport upgrade exhaust system. That indicates they fit and performance isn't negatively affected. The RC requires a new diffuser to fit the single tips, but that's all."

> Tanabe:
"Grant,

Mainly because of the fit but not sure if the internals are dramatically different between the two."

If you have any other questions, please let us know."

Old 09-13-16, 09:14 PM
  #25  
UngBuck
Pit Crew
Thread Starter
iTrader: (1)
 
UngBuck's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jun 2016
Location: california
Posts: 130
Received 2 Likes on 2 Posts
Default

Originally Posted by RocketG35
Heard back from Tanabe. Exchanged a couple emails. Seems they haven't tried it, so can't confirm it. Also, the rep may not have dug into the internals. Seems easy to find out but oh well.


> Tanabe: "Grant

For the Lexus RC and Lexus IS it uses a specific bolt-on exhaust systems that are specific to that application."

> Me: "Hi - Is it more about the performance could be affected or the fit? Interestingly, the RC and IS use the exact same OEM F-Sport upgrade exhaust system. That indicates they fit and performance isn't negatively affected. The RC requires a new diffuser to fit the single tips, but that's all."

> Tanabe:
"Grant,

Mainly because of the fit but not sure if the internals are dramatically different between the two."

If you have any other questions, please let us know."
Thanks for getting back at us with the information.
Old 10-04-16, 03:55 PM
  #26  
RocketG35
Intermediate
 
RocketG35's Avatar
 
Join Date: Feb 2015
Location: SF Bay Area, CA
Posts: 328
Received 19 Likes on 19 Posts
Default

Any updates on the fitment????
Old 12-27-16, 09:05 AM
  #27  
ddvette9
Pole Position
 
ddvette9's Avatar
 
Join Date: Dec 2014
Location: Florida
Posts: 342
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
Default

I just bought a 2017 a few weeks ago and am dying for an exhaust. Any updates?
Old 12-27-16, 09:18 AM
  #28  
specONE
Racer
iTrader: (3)
 
specONE's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jan 2008
Location: SF, California
Posts: 1,987
Received 487 Likes on 246 Posts
Default

Originally Posted by ddvette9
I just bought a 2017 a few weeks ago and am dying for an exhaust. Any updates?
i think you will need to try since you have an actual 2017 with the diffuser on already as stock.

The rest of us would need to retrofit to the piece you have on your car and then buy an exhaust to try. That will be money and money just to try.
Old 12-27-16, 02:13 PM
  #29  
ARK Performance
Former Sponsor
 
ARK Performance's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jul 2014
Location: California
Posts: 170
Received 5 Likes on 5 Posts
Default

Originally Posted by UngBuck
anybody got pictures or clip of an RC axle back installed on their IS? i want to hear how they sound like lol. is it the same as regular RC? For those doing custom quad tips, why don't you just get an RC350s axle back instead of welding a tip. just wondering.

Thanks in advance guys!
It doesn't fit.

We are however looking for a 2017 IS that is willing to come by for us to prototype something new for the community! Spread the word.
Old 12-27-16, 02:20 PM
  #30  
gpxluke
Former Sponsor
iTrader: (2)
 
gpxluke's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jan 2014
Location: Vancouver BC
Posts: 505
Likes: 0
Received 38 Likes on 23 Posts
Default

So I took my own risk ordering a RC350 Greddy axelback from JM Auto Racing to test fit them on my Lexus 3IS. Thanks JM Auto Racing for the special holiday pricing. I will let you guys know once I receive the exhaust.
The following 2 users liked this post by gpxluke:
specONE (12-27-16), UngBuck (12-28-16)


Quick Reply: RC axle back on 3IS



All times are GMT -7. The time now is 09:14 AM.