KiPod's LX Pic & Mod thread
08-02-16, 11:20 AM
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KiPod's LX Pic & Mod thread
Howdy Club Lexus,
I'm starting this thread to track the progress I make with this build. I've been away for a while and am glad to be back with Lexus.
Some people might know me from my previous build https://www.clublexus.com/forums/gs-...od-thread.html
I've had quite a few cars since the GS and I still miss it but family and life changes led me to something larger.
This LX is mainly a family hauler but I do have fun with the added versatility of a larger SUV.
The boys and I also like playing with Plasti-Dip so we do little projects every now and then to have some fun
Mod list so far:
Pro Comp Wheels w/ BFGoodrich Tires
Removed Running Boards
Tow Hitch
Front Runner Slimline II Roof Rack
Built in Bluetooth Audio
DVD Headrest Monitors for the boys
And plenty more mods and pics and fun to come.....
I'm looking forward to sharing my experiences here on Club Lexus and will continue to update this thread to keep information in one spot.
I'm starting this thread to track the progress I make with this build. I've been away for a while and am glad to be back with Lexus.
Some people might know me from my previous build https://www.clublexus.com/forums/gs-...od-thread.html
I've had quite a few cars since the GS and I still miss it but family and life changes led me to something larger.
This LX is mainly a family hauler but I do have fun with the added versatility of a larger SUV.
The boys and I also like playing with Plasti-Dip so we do little projects every now and then to have some fun
Mod list so far:
Pro Comp Wheels w/ BFGoodrich Tires
Removed Running Boards
Tow Hitch
Front Runner Slimline II Roof Rack
Built in Bluetooth Audio
DVD Headrest Monitors for the boys
And plenty more mods and pics and fun to come.....
I'm looking forward to sharing my experiences here on Club Lexus and will continue to update this thread to keep information in one spot.
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08-02-16, 10:34 PM
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Howdy Club Lexus,
I'm starting this thread to track the progress I make with this build. I've been away for a while and am glad to be back with Lexus.
Some people might know me from my previous build https://www.clublexus.com/forums/gs-...od-thread.html
I've had quite a few cars since the GS and I still miss it but family and life changes led me to something larger.
This LX is mainly a family hauler but I do have fun with the added versatility of a larger SUV.
The boys and I also like playing with Plasti-Dip so we do little projects every now and then to have some fun
I'm looking forward to sharing my experiences here on Club Lexus and will continue to update this thread to keep information in one spot.
I'm starting this thread to track the progress I make with this build. I've been away for a while and am glad to be back with Lexus.
Some people might know me from my previous build https://www.clublexus.com/forums/gs-...od-thread.html
I've had quite a few cars since the GS and I still miss it but family and life changes led me to something larger.
This LX is mainly a family hauler but I do have fun with the added versatility of a larger SUV.
The boys and I also like playing with Plasti-Dip so we do little projects every now and then to have some fun
I'm looking forward to sharing my experiences here on Club Lexus and will continue to update this thread to keep information in one spot.
Nice LX, btw.
08-04-16, 03:58 AM
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Thank you.
When my father was growing up, he had a neighbor who let his kids paint his car. He drove it to work everyday just like that no matter how ridiculous it looked to some. I always remembered that story and for someone like me, who is very much into cars, I figured it would be nice to have a "project" where the kids could be right there with me and not stress about rips, tears, scratches, etc. Kind of like a open canvas type of thing.
When my father was growing up, he had a neighbor who let his kids paint his car. He drove it to work everyday just like that no matter how ridiculous it looked to some. I always remembered that story and for someone like me, who is very much into cars, I figured it would be nice to have a "project" where the kids could be right there with me and not stress about rips, tears, scratches, etc. Kind of like a open canvas type of thing.
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I would probably sell it for the right price, it just had valve seals done, and powder coating on some parts in engine compartment. Needs a paint job, paint failed quickly in this Florida sun...
10-21-16, 06:46 AM
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I decided to mix it up and Plasti Dip the LX.
I didn't want anything too crazy so I went with Camo Green mixed 50/50 with gloss for the last two coats.
Crazy how much different the color looks in shade vs direct sunlight and it changes the look of the LX quite a but.
I'll probably rock this through the winter and try another color in the spring.
I might make this a seasonal thing.
I didn't want anything too crazy so I went with Camo Green mixed 50/50 with gloss for the last two coats.
Crazy how much different the color looks in shade vs direct sunlight and it changes the look of the LX quite a but.
I'll probably rock this through the winter and try another color in the spring.
I might make this a seasonal thing.
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I haven't been on the forums lately so I figured I should post up some updated pics.
This is from the winter when my normal parking spot turns into a plowed snow bank (posed shot)
And this one is from when my family moved into our new house last month.
I also installed OME lift from Slee a few weeks ago. Need to get some pictures of that posted as well. Good instructions and actually a very smooth install.
This is from the winter when my normal parking spot turns into a plowed snow bank (posed shot)
And this one is from when my family moved into our new house last month.
I also installed OME lift from Slee a few weeks ago. Need to get some pictures of that posted as well. Good instructions and actually a very smooth install.
06-28-17, 06:31 AM
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What's up man! Thanks! Yeah, family is growing fast and we're doing well. We needed a larger vehicle and I knew the LX would fit what we needed and be great for me as well.
We did a car meet last fall at the store. Don't know if you heard about it but it was a good turn out (like 80+ Lexus'). I'll keep you posted when we have another. Probably later this year.
We did a car meet last fall at the store. Don't know if you heard about it but it was a good turn out (like 80+ Lexus'). I'll keep you posted when we have another. Probably later this year.
06-28-17, 01:49 PM
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The more coats you spray the easier it is to come off. Its like a popped balloon or a latex glove when you peel it off. Sometimes it takes time to get all the jams clean from overspray but you just wipe it down with a microfiber cloth or maybe some solvent. Not that big of a deal IMO. I order from dipyourcar.com but you can find it other places as well. My local Pep-Boys has a pretty decent selection in aerosol cans. I use them to test out colors sometimes. I have another color ready for the LX but haven't had time to knock it out yet.
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More updates on my LX:
I have had a color I made about three years ago for my now sold Audi A6 Avant.
Since it was around one year from when I last Plasti-Dipped my LX, I figured it was time for a change.
Originally this was a color for wheels and then the Audi so I wasn't sure how it would look on such a large vehicle.
At first I wasn't a big fan but it has grown on me and surprisingly I'm receiving a lot of compliments on the color.
I'm just going with this as my "fall" color.
It changes a lot from light, dark, sun, shade, etc.
I have had a color I made about three years ago for my now sold Audi A6 Avant.
Since it was around one year from when I last Plasti-Dipped my LX, I figured it was time for a change.
Originally this was a color for wheels and then the Audi so I wasn't sure how it would look on such a large vehicle.
At first I wasn't a big fan but it has grown on me and surprisingly I'm receiving a lot of compliments on the color.
I'm just going with this as my "fall" color.
It changes a lot from light, dark, sun, shade, etc.
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The same day I finished the paint job I picked up a used CVT roof top tent.
I already had a Foxwing awning and the tent now gives us a place to sleep and shade on both sides and rear.
Two days later I was in the MOCO Epic Bike Ride and received some nice support at the finish.
You can see the different looks of the paint in the different lighting situations.
I already had a Foxwing awning and the tent now gives us a place to sleep and shade on both sides and rear.
Two days later I was in the MOCO Epic Bike Ride and received some nice support at the finish.
You can see the different looks of the paint in the different lighting situations.