1998 LS400 Ride Height
#1
Pit Crew
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1998 LS400 Ride Height
98 LS400
stock 16" wheels
oem size tires
165k miles
Ride height measured from ground to fender at center of wheel:
Front (Driver & Pass) 28"
pass Rear 28"
drivers rear 27"
what could be causing the 1" diff in ride height? Struts, Springs ???
I believe all struts and springs are original. Never changed. Trunk is empty aside from full size spare.
thanks
stock 16" wheels
oem size tires
165k miles
Ride height measured from ground to fender at center of wheel:
Front (Driver & Pass) 28"
pass Rear 28"
drivers rear 27"
what could be causing the 1" diff in ride height? Struts, Springs ???
I believe all struts and springs are original. Never changed. Trunk is empty aside from full size spare.
thanks
#4
Pit Crew
Thread Starter
Ride height does not change at that corner regardless of gas in tank. Ive measured it at nearly empty and 100% full. it always stays at 27". is it safe to say that i have an issue with my spring at that corner. also it might be worth mentioning that i have no unusual tire wear at that corner. If not the spring could it be something else causing the 1" gap
thanks for your response
#6
Lexus Champion
Lexus parts department informs me Rear springs on LS400 are common call out. In fact on most 20 year old cars will rear springs sag.
If ordering replacement springs, stay with OEM. DO NOT use aftermarket. Be sure Lexus parts counter person has your VIN # to insure correct part.
While at it, a
lso replace the upper coil spring rubber insulators. Item # 48257B on Lexus parts diagram
If ordering replacement springs, stay with OEM. DO NOT use aftermarket. Be sure Lexus parts counter person has your VIN # to insure correct part.
While at it, a
lso replace the upper coil spring rubber insulators. Item # 48257B on Lexus parts diagram
#7
Pit Crew
Thread Starter
aside from OEM springs, is there an alternative? i have not priced oem springs and struts yet. but i imagine they are not gonna be cheap. Just doing a quick search i found these. but they are not OEM. anyone ever use these or another aftermarket brand?
http://www.ebay.com/itm/90-00-Lexus-...BUf3K5&vxp=mtr
http://www.ebay.com/itm/90-00-Lexus-...BUf3K5&vxp=mtr
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#8
Lexus Champion
aside from OEM springs, is there an alternative? i have not priced oem springs and struts yet. but i imagine they are not gonna be cheap. Just doing a quick search i found these. but they are not OEM. anyone ever use these or another aftermarket brand?
http://www.ebay.com/itm/90-00-Lexus-...BUf3K5&vxp=mtr
http://www.ebay.com/itm/90-00-Lexus-...BUf3K5&vxp=mtr
#9
Pit Crew
Thread Starter
just got off the phone with my local lexus dealer. Quote for all 4 corners to replace with OEM components is $2608 I dont think so. IM just going to have to deal with the ride of aftermarket struts and springs.
quote included strut mount, 2 rubber insulators, springs & struts.
quote included strut mount, 2 rubber insulators, springs & struts.
#10
Four OEM shocks are around $900 shipped from partcom, I would do that. Get rubber insulators too. Springs are likely OK.
The difference between ride quality of OEM and aftermarket could be huge. Stiffer, choppier...
The difference between ride quality of OEM and aftermarket could be huge. Stiffer, choppier...
#11
Lexus Champion
just got off the phone with my local lexus dealer. Quote for all 4 corners to replace with OEM components is $2608 I dont think so. IM just going to have to deal with the ride of aftermarket struts and springs.
quote included strut mount, 2 rubber insulators, springs & struts.
quote included strut mount, 2 rubber insulators, springs & struts.
Lexus will not install non OEM parts.
Acquire Lexus parts and shop an Independent shop...just be sure they put in writing they will torque all fasteners to factory spec..and sign it.
Check this site.
LEXUS PARTS SOURCING
https://www.amayama.com/en/
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