JPanther

Hey fellas,

Just trying to get my feet wet on the lexus forums. I've been modding mazda's and other cars for years, but i just recently picked up a loaded (airbag, h.i.d, wood, etc) LS 400 with 87k on the odometer. Very happy with it, got some plans for it in 2013. Any suggestions/advice from you guys would be great. Here are some pics!

usoff89

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Looks like a very clean car to start with. I look forward to seeing some mods!

PureDrifter

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get the maint. up to spec and ditch the air suspension before it ditches you.

dengman

^ i just giggled..


get that maintenance done and its good to go for many years to come.

timmy0tool

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check out the FAQ for all your maintenance questions. mainly you are looking at the timing belt, water pump and associated parts that come along with that. that's the main 90k service, but after that let the modding begin.

i would keep the air suspension myself if it's in good order. it WILL fail eventually so be aware. most guys on here will remove it altogether and replace with either coilovers or shock/spring combination. love the color and cleanliness of your car! not very often you see a white/grey combo (besides mine hehe). welcome!

JPanther

Thanks for the advice. I'm sticking with air because I'm switching to an air runner system, riding static is not practical for my daily driving, I know from experience. I'll get the maintenance done asap, already switched to synthetic and k&n air filter. Do I have to mod the strut towers to lay frame?

denverdog

the best thing is to get used to using the search function. just about everythng has been answered already.

Rockatansk

Nice & clean one! Sub´ed!

Joshcar

If you're gonna run air, and plan to lay frame I'd suggest making holes for your UCA's. I'd generally recommend that if you're lowering your car haha. Once the hole is done try and get someone to weld a box over it so it'll look cleaner

hotdawwg

car looks amazing... From what I have heard the stock air suspension is not the good when dumped. I have heard that it rides to soft and bottoms out... but if you have it, slam it. Then get the an aftermarket air ride after to really adjust it.

ladycrz

Oh wow that interior is amazing kinda jealous over here the grey looks rly great with the wood ^__^ I look forward to your build looks like you got quite a steal on that