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Old May 22, 2012 | 11:00 AM
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Originally Posted by SargeISF
Dremel the opening that closes at the base alot more to accept the IS-F mount.
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/5854587-post203.html

The wireing is another pain, if you are going to do this mod, your going to need intestinal fortitude because your pretty much disecting a very expensive vehicle just to run a tiny wire.

For me, I was at a point of no return. So 6 hours later.....
Actually, for the wiring part you can take a look at the IS250/350 tutorial.
They are pretty much the same.
I am sure this is his first time, so it took 6 hours.
Tommy @ Music box can do it in one hour for the IS F.
Your car is now so much better compare to day 1. haha
I am happy that you like the mirror!!
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Old May 27, 2012 | 06:13 AM
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Early Morning pic.

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Old May 29, 2012 | 07:30 PM
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Originally Posted by SargeISF
Early Morning pic.
Damn Sarge looks good, I'm really impressed at the turnaround you gave this car,.. simply amazing. I wanted to thank you for your recomendation on those brake pads as well. I put them on this weekend along with the KW V3's and the breaking is silent, quick, and dustless. Thanks again!

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Old Jun 2, 2012 | 06:54 PM
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Thanks Capt.

Im glad you liked the brakes. You cant beat the price, and performance that you get with them.



Originally Posted by Straightik
Damn Sarge looks good, I'm really impressed at the turnaround you gave this car,.. simply amazing. I wanted to thank you for your recomendation on those brake pads as well. I put them on this weekend along with the KW V3's and the breaking is silent, quick, and dustless. Thanks again!

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Old Jun 2, 2012 | 07:03 PM
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Update 06/02/2012

So today I started installing my new sub box. What a PITA!!! LOL

Here is what Im installing. Its not a complete system, i just wanted more bass.

Zenclosures sub box
2 JL 10W3V2
JL Slash 500x1
Audio Control LC2i

Ill have some pics up in the morning of the install. I placed the amp under the passenger side seat. I placed the LC2i in the trunk next to the ML amp. I tested the wiring, and everything works fine for the exeption of a couple of small issues with the LC2i. Its turning on and off by itself, but I think its because of the way I have it connected to the sub wires coming from the amp. I might also have to run a trigger wire, and bypass the Smart control.

We shall see. Start again in the morning.
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Old Jun 2, 2012 | 10:25 PM
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Sarge,

Car is beautiful and an inspiration...question...the Zenclosure box how do you like it? Reason I am asking is because I plan on getting this box and I am running a 10w6v2 and just wanted to ensure the sound quality.



Originally Posted by SargeISF
Update 06/02/2012

So today I started installing my new sub box. What a PITA!!! LOL

Here is what Im installing. Its not a complete system, i just wanted more bass.

Zenclosures sub box
2 JL 10W3V2
JL Slash 500x1
Audio Control LC2i

Ill have some pics up in the morning of the install. I placed the amp under the passenger side seat. I placed the LC2i in the trunk next to the ML amp. I tested the wiring, and everything works fine for the exeption of a couple of small issues with the LC2i. Its turning on and off by itself, but I think its because of the way I have it connected to the sub wires coming from the amp. I might also have to run a trigger wire, and bypass the Smart control.

We shall see. Start again in the morning.
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Old Jun 2, 2012 | 10:27 PM
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Originally Posted by SargeISF
Early Morning pic.

Car is definitely something else... great job.. love these led drl's
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Old Jun 3, 2012 | 04:08 AM
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Thanks for the compliment Fresh!

Im a repeat custumer with Zenclosures. They made the boxes for several of my cars in the past, and I have had nothing but compliments on the sound and look.

He has 2 diffrent styles for the IS line. I had him custom build one for me using 2 diffrent colors to match the color scheme on the F.

You wont be dissapointed, and the price is incredible.


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Sarge,

Car is beautiful and an inspiration...question...the Zenclosure box how do you like it? Reason I am asking is because I plan on getting this box and I am running a 10w6v2 and just wanted to ensure the sound quality.
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Old Jun 3, 2012 | 05:46 AM
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you have really turned this car around! All your mods flow together well and it looks amazing, Looking forward to de-chromed pics
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Old Jun 3, 2012 | 04:31 PM
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Good look on that input sarge I will be placing my order this week


Originally Posted by SargeISF
Thanks for the compliment Fresh!

Im a repeat custumer with Zenclosures. They made the boxes for several of my cars in the past, and I have had nothing but compliments on the sound and look.

He has 2 diffrent styles for the IS line. I had him custom build one for me using 2 diffrent colors to match the color scheme on the F.

You wont be dissapointed, and the price is incredible.
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Old Jun 3, 2012 | 05:05 PM
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Sarge, Lookin good and cant wait to hear it soon at the ILDS meet in miami on the 16th
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Old Jun 3, 2012 | 07:07 PM
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Curious, how did you install your Lexon lip? Did you take the bumper off or did it in place?

I've had my Lexon CF lip for a year now sitting in the living room and looking to installing it soon.
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Old Jun 3, 2012 | 09:01 PM
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you should be crowned the poster boy for mods. great job and the car looks hot. what else can you do???????
at this pace you could have built another car.
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Old Jun 3, 2012 | 10:27 PM
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nice!!! liking the leds with the front lip....
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Old Jun 4, 2012 | 04:47 AM
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Originally Posted by Silver10
Sarge, Lookin good and cant wait to hear it soon at the ILDS meet in miami on the 16th
Ill be there!! Looks like its going to be a great time. Over 600 people going.

Originally Posted by Silver88
Curious, how did you install your Lexon lip? Did you take the bumper off or did it in place?

I've had my Lexon CF lip for a year now sitting in the living room and looking to installing it soon.
At first it looked like it was off. But it was perfect. There are holes in the Lexon lip. What you do is mount the closest one to the wheels first. There is already bolts there from factory on the car. Get a couple of boxes to hld the front of the lip up while bolted on the sides. Install some good 3m tape around the leading edge of the lip that will be touching the bottom of the bumper. Now slowly lift up and stick it making sure its aligned. Once that is done with a drill, make holes through the bottom of the bumper using the Lexon lip and a guide. Then finally use the bolt kit it brought to secure the lip in place. Shouldnt take more than maybe 30 min.

Originally Posted by sydtoosic
you should be crowned the poster boy for mods. great job and the car looks hot. what else can you do???????
at this pace you could have built another car.
Thanks!! Oh there is alot more to come. Headders, sway bars, custom engine parts..

Originally Posted by Evil Teo
nice!!! liking the leds with the front lip....
Those were probably the best mods that changed the look of the car completley. It gave the car a very aggressive posture.
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