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Ordering some stuff from Sewell. What else?

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Old 03-28-13, 10:12 AM
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Default Ordering some stuff from Sewell. What else?

Initially, I only wanted 8 new 0-ring assemblies for the two sets of TPMS sensors I have. But as it turns out, shipping to my address is more than the cost of the o-rings

To make the most of shipping, I was thinking about ordering some other stuff that I might need in the near future. Thinking about adding the F-Sport sway bar set, but I haven't looked into anything besides that.

My car currently has about 65,000kms (just over 40k miles) and it's an 08. I thought about the door cup LED mod, but that's not really a necessity. I'm also going to install a set of coilovers, are there any OEM bushings or bolts prone to breaking that I should throw in the cart?
Old 03-28-13, 10:15 AM
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i would throw in touch up paint, oil filters, steering wheel damper. Those are items i wouldn't order standalone
Old 03-28-13, 10:41 AM
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^^^ what he said, I myself just ordered the Fsport front lip and included some oil filters, touch up paint.
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steering wheel damper, front and rear sway bars. I didn't buy my sway bars from them but i got lexus of miami to match the price free shipping.
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Hmmm maybe I'll try going through my local dealership.. not likely to get a better price, but its worth a shot I think.

I'll def get the steering damper, touch-up paint, and the extra oil filters. Maybe a cabin filter or two as well.

Thanks guys
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How about a sun visor, new floor mats, 60K mile service kit. Depending on the color of your car they have the gfx sides for $60.
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Mike order a 2013 IsF and have it shipped to my house
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Check the closeout deals and order some lexus quick detailer spray! $4 a bottle!!! I got 4 bottles
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Originally Posted by jbone29
How about a sun visor, new floor mats, 60K mile service kit. Depending on the color of your car they have the gfx sides for $60.
Yeah I thought about getting stuff for the 60k service, but that's still 2 years worth of driving away. I can probably hold off on that for now.

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Mike order a 2013 IsF and have it shipped to my house
Sure Yoan, just give me 25 years to save up

Originally Posted by bob4256
Check the closeout deals and order some lexus quick detailer spray! $4 a bottle!!! I got 4 bottles
Oooh good call Bob. I shall add a couple of bottles
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A spare door lock cylinder cover, spare key fob batteries, discontinued GFX parts, wiper blades. I wish on my last purchase with them I had remembered the Toyota A/C refresh kit. My wife hates the smell upon start-up...I just deal with it.
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is sewell the best place to buy fsport exhaust?
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Originally Posted by Gville350
A spare door lock cylinder cover, spare key fob batteries, discontinued GFX parts, wiper blades. I wish on my last purchase with them I had remembered the Toyota A/C refresh kit. My wife hates the smell upon start-up...I just deal with it.
Oh right, batteries and wiper blades! I get the "Key Low Battery" every now and then when I turn off my car, but it's been doing that for over a month now.
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Wait, why is everybody recommending the purchase of the steering damper? Is this is service item, or a common failure on the IS?
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Originally Posted by myculito
Wait, why is everybody recommending the purchase of the steering damper? Is this is service item, or a common failure on the IS?
It supposedly reduces vibrations and gives the wheel a heavier feel. Just an add on item
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Yep exactly. Definitely something nice to have, especially if you're lowered or have low profile tires.


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