Stabilizing fins. Possible fix for wind noise in pre 2013 cars.
06-10-14, 10:27 AM
#91
Instructor
David -- Did you have any problem getting the old pieces off, or did you simply pry them off with your fingers? I"m considering installing the new pieces to see if it helps minimize the wind noise on my new LS600hL, but don't want to mess anything up. Thanks for sharing your experience with me!
06-10-14, 11:18 AM
#92
Lexus Test Driver
I'm not David, but i have done this before! 
Just pry them off riknchar! My left one snapped in half because i pulled a little to fast, but the right side came off perfectly. use a spatula or something if you can't get your fingers underneath. . .
Just pry them off riknchar! My left one snapped in half because i pulled a little to fast, but the right side came off perfectly. use a spatula or something if you can't get your fingers underneath. . .
06-10-14, 01:14 PM
#94
Instructor
I wonder what my local Lexus dealer would charge to "professionally" install the new wind deflector? Since I just bought the car from them (CPO), I'll bet I could talk them into doing it for cheap (maybe free), since it's such an easy fix.
06-10-14, 01:28 PM
#95
Lexus Test Driver
$40 or so with shipping from Sewell, and $5 or so from the local hardware store for 5-minute epoxy was all it took for me. I did the jmcraney fix with the sealant, but then epoxied the new triangles in.
believe me, $45-$50 is better than riding around in a $#itty ES350 like i've been doing for the last few days!
believe me, $45-$50 is better than riding around in a $#itty ES350 like i've been doing for the last few days!
06-10-14, 01:31 PM
#96
Instructor
$40 or so with shipping from Sewell, and $5 or so from the local hardware store for 5-minute epoxy was all it took for me. I did the jmcraney fix with the sealant, but then epoxied the new triangles in.
believe me, $45-$50 is better than riding around in a $#itty ES350 like i've been doing for the last few days!
believe me, $45-$50 is better than riding around in a $#itty ES350 like i've been doing for the last few days!
06-10-14, 01:45 PM
#97
Lexus Test Driver
lol!
Well after putting about 300 miles on this ES in the last 4 days, the hard plastic center console is driving me nuts and making me ashamed of Lexus.
I can also see why somebody buying in that price range would go straight to a Kia or Hyundai to be honest. . .
Well after putting about 300 miles on this ES in the last 4 days, the hard plastic center console is driving me nuts and making me ashamed of Lexus.
I can also see why somebody buying in that price range would go straight to a Kia or Hyundai to be honest. . .
06-10-17, 08:17 AM
#99
Wow, nice look. Found these using the part number on the first page on a Japanese site for $11 each but, $13 shipping to the US, it came to $37 shipped, just ordered them today, I was going to do the jmcraney fix (thanks for to jmcraney for coming up with this great find) but, I think this will do a minor update as well as fix the wind problem on my 2007.
http://jp-carparts.com/ is where I got them and looking around at reviews of the site, not a lot of reviews but, the ones they have were really good.
GO here...
http://jp-carparts.com/lexus/partlist.php?maker=lexus&type=431150&cartype=3&fig=7503
On that page do a search for
67496-50030
67495-50030
Then click "add inquiry" do that for both, fill out the form and they will send you a email based on stock if they are available and a link to pay via paypal (your covered if they scam you, and I paid via credit card so double covered)
On they at $11.29 now... I got my invoice in and they were $11 each.
I know this is a old thread but, it is a nice look.
Edit: Ordered on the 10th, got a email today, going to have on them on the 15th, wow quick shipping from Japan.
Edit 2: Got them today, OMG shipping from KANSAI - JAPAN, DHL, They shipped it on 13th.. and I got them today (14th), well worth the $13 shipping...Shocked, I expected to take 2-3 weeks at least. I'll install them this weekend.
http://jp-carparts.com/ is where I got them and looking around at reviews of the site, not a lot of reviews but, the ones they have were really good.
GO here...
http://jp-carparts.com/lexus/partlist.php?maker=lexus&type=431150&cartype=3&fig=7503
On that page do a search for
67496-50030
67495-50030
Then click "add inquiry" do that for both, fill out the form and they will send you a email based on stock if they are available and a link to pay via paypal (your covered if they scam you, and I paid via credit card so double covered)
On they at $11.29 now... I got my invoice in and they were $11 each.
I know this is a old thread but, it is a nice look.
Edit: Ordered on the 10th, got a email today, going to have on them on the 15th, wow quick shipping from Japan.
Edit 2: Got them today, OMG shipping from KANSAI - JAPAN, DHL, They shipped it on 13th.. and I got them today (14th), well worth the $13 shipping...Shocked, I expected to take 2-3 weeks at least. I'll install them this weekend.
Last edited by DavidinCT; 06-14-17 at 06:17 PM.
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06-14-17, 09:06 PM
#101
Driver School Candidate
It would seem Lexus is touting one of the major improvements in the 2013 redesign for the LS is the triangle cover on the front door. Take it with a pound of salt that it supposedly increases the stability of the car at high speeds but one thing I found that was significantly important is that it may reduce wind noise.
The question is, will it fit our cars and I think it might if this link below is correct.
Edit: 12/5/2013 It's a perfect fit.
http://blog.livedoor.jp/ptsjapan/archives/51287729.html
I do not know if it will be any benefit since we don't have the matching rear tail lights that has the other stabilizing fin but I think it's worth a shot for $40.
I have done the JMcRaney fix and it helped quiet a bit but I do still hear some turbulence. I believe these stabilizing fins is the Lexus fix which might smooth turbulent air that might be the root of the problem.
The question is, will it fit our cars and I think it might if this link below is correct.
Edit: 12/5/2013 It's a perfect fit.
http://blog.livedoor.jp/ptsjapan/archives/51287729.html
I do not know if it will be any benefit since we don't have the matching rear tail lights that has the other stabilizing fin but I think it's worth a shot for $40.
I have done the JMcRaney fix and it helped quiet a bit but I do still hear some turbulence. I believe these stabilizing fins is the Lexus fix which might smooth turbulent air that might be the root of the problem.
06-15-17, 06:49 AM
#102
Crazy fast shipping from Japan...
06-15-17, 07:52 PM
#103
Driver School Candidate
How do I order it> I got to the point where the only option for me is to send an email to ask for stock
06-16-17, 03:02 AM
#104
Driver School Candidate
The shipping cost for me is 20 on the invoice. Did you select shipping method when you place the order？
06-16-17, 05:54 AM
#105
It came to $13 for shipping to 06339, maybe because your in CA ?
Last edited by DavidinCT; 06-16-17 at 05:57 AM.