I've had my fenders rolled once on my SC and the place that did it (out of business now) created some strange dent looking like creases along the edge. Plus, my paint started cracking. Definitely have someone who knows what they're doing do this for you. I only paid $75. I'm certain getting a quality guy would cost double or triple now
I've had my fenders rolled once on my SC and the place that did it (out of business now) created some strange dent looking like creases along the edge. Plus, my paint started cracking. Definitely have someone who knows what they're doing do this for you. I only paid $75. I'm certain getting a quality guy would cost double or triple now
This is exactly why I suggest shaving instead of rolling. The 1st gen IS, SC and GS have double thickness sheetmetal in the rear fender area so cracking, uneven bending are easy to happen if a pro doesn't do the work.
For the front fenders on all lexus models, the sheetmetal thickness is only single thickness so rolling those lips makes sense, but you still have to be careful with rolling. On the 2nd gen IS250/350 the rear sheetmetal is thinner so you could roll the lip on the 2nd gen ONLY.
SO to REPEAT, it is not recommended to roll the lips on the above models. Shaving is easier and cheaper if you pay EXACT to do the work. You can roll lips on a Honda /Acura, but we are talking Lexus here.
Do note that you still have to be carefull for either process, but the shaving makes the most sense in the rear by far.
I don't need to convince anyone who has seen the shaving work and felt the inner lip on my GS. I have 20 x 11 rims with 295 size tires and absolutely NO RUBBING, because I was able to get more clearance by shaving instead of rolling.
If anyone has questions or concerns about shaving please post. Me, solo, redgs4, jawnthen, rominl, Neo and many other long time members have all our shaved fenders, and have been fielding these questions on CL for over 5 YEARS now, but will be happy to respond if asked.
This is also the preferred method in the Supra community. Rolled rears especially tend to look bad, and there's actually quite a bit of metal that can be removed to fit wider tires and wheels. I've seen 315's on 11" rims with just a prudent trimming on the fenders.
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I agree, Shaving is the best way to go. I took my GS to Exact Motor back in August and John did a great job. You will not be disappointed. I don't remember the exact price but I believe it was under a $100. Call John or Sandy at Exact to find out.
I was wondering where are some of the shops that you guys got to install the S&S Headers around San Jose? If you do mind me asking how much did you pay for the install?
I am surprised that no one thinks to ask if Exact if they do it.
Isn't it obvious who our GO TO Lexus installer / maintenance / service in the Bay Area is ????????????.
Call them because after getting the installation down to a science, they have probably minimized the labor time, which I guarantee you is still going to cost a chunk of money. Except for those who got the 20% discount coupon for attending EOS.
Before ordering the headers, call em to find out what the labor will be.
I'm sorry, I'm still new to this whole clublexus world. . . thanks for the recommendation. . . I called Exact and some other local shops. . . I am going with Exact since I feel more comfortable knowing that they have experiance with this job. . . My car is going in for headers to be installed this Thursday. . . I am quite excited
I'm sorry, I'm still new to this whole clublexus world. . . thanks for the recommendation. . . I called Exact and some other local shops. . . I am going with Exact since I feel more comfortable knowing that they have experiance with this job. . . My car is going in for headers to be installed this Thursday. . . I am quite excited
No apology required. I'm just being sarcastic. Just used this post as a good opportunity to remind everyone that Exact supports everything mechanical for our cars from 30/60/90 service to installing suspension, brakes to installing Superchargers, Turbos, etc.
Over 5 years experience in serving the NorCal Lexus Community.
They are a CL sponsor, read their flyer for more info.
Actually I thought of asking Exact first, and I did, but John told me I'd have to go to a muffler shop becuase on my car I need a custom weld for the EGR pipe. He said he wouldn't be able to do that.
I just went to go pick up the car today and man I love the difference it made. . . Thanks Glen for calling to make sure my headers were welded before they installed it. . . I really appreciate that. . . I actually had my headers rewelded by John at Speed Dee Mufflers. . . but yeah thanks again Glen
Hi.. I just got a 1996 ls400 with 120K miles and am looking to get some work done. I love these boards so far, lots of great info.
Any recommenations near Palo Alto on good lexus mechanics? I saw that the sponsor is exact motorsports in milipitas, but I'd rather find somebody closer.
Here' a brief rundown on the services I'd like to do:
Front brake pads
Front rotors
New struts ( inc. bumper stop )
Replace lower ball joints
Replace sway bar bushings
Replace 2 engine mounts ( 1 tranny mount )
Cabin filter
Air filter
Fan belt
Check spark plugs
Flush trans
Flush radiator
Oil change
Wiper blades
I'm not really interested in diy'ing it this time. I just want to enjoy and drive my lexus..
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