Lots of bad news from the stealership today!
08-02-13, 08:21 AM
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i still agree with the OP, the dealership is ruthless man.. i had to get a nut off of my ball bearing bolt, and could not, so they wanted to charge me 800 dollars to replace the whole upper control arm, my buddy fixed it for 50 bucks. guess i cant complain too much due to the 7500 dollar engine rebuild they did for free.
08-02-13, 10:17 AM
#18
whats exactly wrong with your rotors that you need to replace them? You dont have to buy shims you can reuse them, you dont need that brake fitting kit. Buy some brake cleaner and anti squeal grease
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08-02-13, 10:20 AM
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whats exactly wrong with your rotors that you need to replace them? You dont have to buy shims you can reuse them, you dont need that brake fitting kit. Buy some brake cleaner and anti squeal grease
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/sus...g-caliper.html
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/sus...g-caliper.html
08-02-13, 10:36 AM
#20
if they are thick enough, save your money and just change the pads. The DIY on IS350 brakes is so laughably easy.
http://us.lexusownersclub.com/forums...mum-thickness/
http://us.lexusownersclub.com/forums...mum-thickness/
According to the 2007 Lexus IS Repair Manual, here's the following specs:
For 2GR-FSE:
- Minimum disc thickness is 27.0 mm (1.063 in.) on the front and 16.5 mm (0.650 in.) on the rear.
For 2GR-FSE:
- Minimum disc thickness is 27.0 mm (1.063 in.) on the front and 16.5 mm (0.650 in.) on the rear.
08-02-13, 04:48 PM
#25
Rotors are optional... if your rotors are in good condition ( free of uneven wear, warp, etc..), then you can use your existing rotors.
I didnt get the front brake fit kit when I upgraded to IS350 BBK, I doubt this is needed. You can re-use the pins and spring clips. I would just get the shims to prevent squeeling and the low dust brake pads.
For the price of Lexus rotors, you can probably buy a set of powerslot rotors on eBay for less. And that included free shipping.
You can use the search function... I remember there is a post on a DIY to change spark plugs
I didnt get the front brake fit kit when I upgraded to IS350 BBK, I doubt this is needed. You can re-use the pins and spring clips. I would just get the shims to prevent squeeling and the low dust brake pads.
For the price of Lexus rotors, you can probably buy a set of powerslot rotors on eBay for less. And that included free shipping.
You can use the search function... I remember there is a post on a DIY to change spark plugs
08-02-13, 05:45 PM
#26
always thread the spark plugs by hand, very important. Torque wrench is a bit important too
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/is-...g-service.html
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08-03-13, 04:36 AM
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08-03-13, 06:22 AM
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The profit margin on selling a new car is pretty low.
