Steering ECU
10-02-01, 03:08 PM
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Steering ECU
Well I just installed the TRD front STB and the L-tuned steering ECU in my 98 GS400. Parts were bought from Steve at Carson Toyota and were shipped promptly. Big thumbs up!
My car has a stock suspension and 16 inch wheels so I was a little worried about not really being able to feel the effect from teh ECU. Nothing to worry about. This is a fantastic mod for anyone who cars about steering feel. There is no longer that center deadspot and the steering has much more weight to it at all speeds. THis makes for a more linear feel and makes the car feel more German. IMHO this is a must mod.
My car has a stock suspension and 16 inch wheels so I was a little worried about not really being able to feel the effect from teh ECU. Nothing to worry about. This is a fantastic mod for anyone who cars about steering feel. There is no longer that center deadspot and the steering has much more weight to it at all speeds. THis makes for a more linear feel and makes the car feel more German. IMHO this is a must mod.
10-03-01, 03:05 PM
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Great input
Thanks for letting us know that just the ECU and front stab bar makes such a diff.
I have called around and asked, but get wishy-washy answers.
I WANT to feel the road...luxury is nice, but sports luxery is nicer!!
I have called around and asked, but get wishy-washy answers.
I WANT to feel the road...luxury is nice, but sports luxery is nicer!!
10-04-01, 08:51 AM
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Re: Steering ECU
Originally posted by matjen
Well I just installed the TRD front STB and the L-tuned steering ECU in my 98 GS400. Parts were bought from Steve at Carson Toyota and were shipped promptly. Big thumbs up!
My car has a stock suspension and 16 inch wheels so I was a little worried about not really being able to feel the effect from teh ECU. Nothing to worry about. This is a fantastic mod for anyone who cars about steering feel. There is no longer that center deadspot and the steering has much more weight to it at all speeds. THis makes for a more linear feel and makes the car feel more German. IMHO this is a must mod.
Well I just installed the TRD front STB and the L-tuned steering ECU in my 98 GS400. Parts were bought from Steve at Carson Toyota and were shipped promptly. Big thumbs up!
My car has a stock suspension and 16 inch wheels so I was a little worried about not really being able to feel the effect from teh ECU. Nothing to worry about. This is a fantastic mod for anyone who cars about steering feel. There is no longer that center deadspot and the steering has much more weight to it at all speeds. THis makes for a more linear feel and makes the car feel more German. IMHO this is a must mod.
10-06-01, 05:56 PM
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I know where you are coming from meanboy. My wife made me get a Lexus after years of riding in very stiff and manual transmission German cars. GS400 is the perfect compromise because it has the trademark Lexus luxury/quietness for her but can be paddle shifted if i require it and is fairly modable by luxury car standards. I cane from a Mercedes 190 2.3-16 and my wife thinks the GS400 drives like a Caddy Fleetwood!
01-28-02, 10:58 AM
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Re installation of the recalibrated steering ECU, I removed the 2 screws holding the panel (below the brake release) and compressed the clip. This loosens the panel on the left side, but it seems hung up on the right side, and I don't want to force it. Am I missing something?
01-28-02, 11:16 AM
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I had an article on ECU 101 but can't find it but go here to: http://www.super-lexus.com/howto/ltuneecu.html
Hope that will help.
Michael
Hope that will help.
Michael
01-28-02, 06:46 PM
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This sound amazing......i just got my GS400 and i missed the feels of my old MB. May be this will fix it.....
Can somebody tell me how much for the ECU unit and any good website where i can purchase this ECU unit from.
Thanks.
Can somebody tell me how much for the ECU unit and any good website where i can purchase this ECU unit from.
Thanks.
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01-28-02, 07:15 PM
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Contact Steve Ganz at Carson Toyota (or check www.l-tunedparts.com). It's a cheap part, about $130 I think.
01-29-02, 09:32 AM
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Just installing the ECU alone without lowering the car or installing a strut tower, can you still feel a significant difference between before and after.
From the sound of it, $135 is a small price to pay to enhance the handling feel......
From the sound of it, $135 is a small price to pay to enhance the handling feel......
01-29-02, 10:07 AM
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"Significant"? Hard to say if you'll think it's significant. Noticeable, yes. Somewhat subtle though. But definitely an improvement.
01-31-02, 06:41 PM
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My recomendation is to Never buy FROM Carson TOYOTA I get all my parts from TOYOSPORT Steerign ECU $116.39 Vs. $135.99 @ Carson, so shop here... http://www.toysport.com/catalog.htm give these guys a try, for best prices, ask for Mario, and tell him Talal from San Diego sent you.......call him direct at 1-323-755-1177 Remember to tell him I sent you.....
02-01-02, 10:15 AM
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Originally posted by talalhz
My recomendation is to Never buy FROM Carson TOYOTA I get all my parts from TOYOSPORT Steerign ECU $116.39 Vs. $135.99 @ Carson, so shop here... http://www.toysport.com/catalog.htm give these guys a try, for best prices, ask for Mario, and tell him Talal from San Diego sent you.......call him direct at 1-323-755-1177 Remember to tell him I sent you.....
My recomendation is to Never buy FROM Carson TOYOTA I get all my parts from TOYOSPORT Steerign ECU $116.39 Vs. $135.99 @ Carson, so shop here... http://www.toysport.com/catalog.htm give these guys a try, for best prices, ask for Mario, and tell him Talal from San Diego sent you.......call him direct at 1-323-755-1177 Remember to tell him I sent you.....
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Originally posted by talalhz
My recomendation is to Never buy FROM Carson TOYOTA I get all my parts from TOYOSPORT Steerign ECU $116.39 Vs. $135.99 @ Carson, so shop here... [url]
My recomendation is to Never buy FROM Carson TOYOTA I get all my parts from TOYOSPORT Steerign ECU $116.39 Vs. $135.99 @ Carson, so shop here... [url]
Can you say the same about TOYOSPORT?
Does anyone else have experience with TOYOSPORT?
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Sometimes price is not everything especially when you are talking about Steve Ganz. Yes, it may cost a bit more for the ecu at toyosport, BUT if there is a problem, Steve wil take good care of you especially if you mention that you are a CL member. I once purchased a TRD grill from him and it came cracked. I called Steve and he immediately asked his staff (Gordon or Angel) to send out another one as soon as he received mine. No question asked!