txes

Ordered from Ali Express.

They don't have the same one available, but they do have this one:

http://www.aliexpress.com/item/High-...638510244.html

John

wallykeys

Thanks for the link, I'll keep a look out and hopefully they will get more stock in soon.

ericsan13

Looks great John! Did you use double-sided 3M tape to mount it or did it come with something? Any rattling problems?

Edit: looks like your link is for the bumper and not the trunk.

-Eric

wallykeys

Is this the same scuff plate? Looks like they do have them, but It's listed for the RX 450h and not the rx 350 which makes sense since its not offered on the rx 350!
http://www.aliexpress.com/item/chrom...487909934.html

corradoMR2

Since I'm OCD on the tiniest squeak, took door panels and window trim off to troubleshoot. Will post tomorrow in this door panel rattle thread with (hopefully) some progress.

kitlz

Interesting project corrado. I'll keep an eye on the other thread for your write up. In the meantime can you let us know if you fixed the squeak?

corradoMR2

^^^ Anita, after many hours of troubleshooting and disassembling, I have eliminated that infamous B-pillar ticking/squeaking many of us hear right by the driver's left ear. I also found and eliminated most of the door panel squeaks. Found a few sources and due to the moderate complexity, the project warrants a new thread - working on it!

kitlz

Glad you fixed the squeak. It looks like it was pretty intense.

azinn

Went to local Toyota dealer today and bought four lug nuts to replace the worthless wheel locks. Fourteen bucks and change well spent to prevent future problems on my new ride. Probably would have cost double @ the Lexus dealer.

corradoMR2

^^^ What was the issue with your wheel locks? Not concerned about wheel theft?

azinn

Not concerned with wheel theft. My truck spends most of the time in my garage......................... those locks are pretty much useless. If they want your wheels those locks aren't going to stop them. Also if they get damaged from routine tire rotations you might not be able to get them off yourself. Pretty much a personal decision on my part. Never had any wheels stolen in the past on my Mercedes ML430 or the three RX-7's I've owned.

You might want to check out this video -

corradoMR2

^^^Good video. True, the wheel locks are not theft prevention devices, but as we can see from the video, it still has its valid application as a theft deterrent. With theft, every second counts and the wheel locks can still discourage many would-be thieves for those who leave their car parked outdoors.

jacobichka

Hi to all ! Today I installed the best, as I know, cell phone car mount. Bought it from www.proclipusa.com Was easy to instal and fit like a glove. I bought one with the charger and use 12V outlet right under the console. Very recommend. See pictures above

jacobichka

One more:

corradoMR2

^^^Very nice clip and it's a good spot for the RX. Does it have rubber or felt pads where it mounts onto the console?