GiantsFan's MRM Build Thread
04-06-12, 11:26 PM
#33
Moar pics??? OK!
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So onto my little update!
Some of you know how long I have been waiting for my LEDs .... well, 2 months after I ordered them they finally arrived. Was meaning to post up some pics earlier, but due to work/school/computer having to be fixed, I wasn't able to until now.
The ones I ordered were VLEDs "platinum amber".
http://www.v-leds.com/Exterior-LED-B...48887-1-2.html
No "egg yolk"
Now, with LED turn signals, you get the famous hyper-flash. One solution is to get an aftermarket flasher, and the 2nd is to modify your stock one.
I chose option 2
What you want to do is grind down the metal "U" until the hyper flashing stops... The benefits of doing this, vs buying an aftermarket one, is so you don't get a louder click (Some aftermarket ones may click louder), as well as retain the flash for lock/unlock. (There is a newer flasher that keeps this functionality, but I couldn't get a hold of one).
REVIEW:
These bulbs are bright, and I'm very happy with them!
I love the instant on/off of LEDs, and as a lot of other cars are now moving to OEM LED turn signals - I hope lexus does as well.
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So onto my little update!
Some of you know how long I have been waiting for my LEDs .... well, 2 months after I ordered them they finally arrived. Was meaning to post up some pics earlier, but due to work/school/computer having to be fixed, I wasn't able to until now.
The ones I ordered were VLEDs "platinum amber".
http://www.v-leds.com/Exterior-LED-B...48887-1-2.html
No "egg yolk"
Now, with LED turn signals, you get the famous hyper-flash. One solution is to get an aftermarket flasher, and the 2nd is to modify your stock one.
I chose option 2
What you want to do is grind down the metal "U" until the hyper flashing stops... The benefits of doing this, vs buying an aftermarket one, is so you don't get a louder click (Some aftermarket ones may click louder), as well as retain the flash for lock/unlock. (There is a newer flasher that keeps this functionality, but I couldn't get a hold of one).
REVIEW:
These bulbs are bright, and I'm very happy with them!
I love the instant on/off of LEDs, and as a lot of other cars are now moving to OEM LED turn signals - I hope lexus does as well.
04-09-12, 05:43 AM
#34
Phat!!
Also I noticed you debadged, are there still holes in the trunk or did you fill them??
Also I noticed you debadged, are there still holes in the trunk or did you fill them??
04-09-12, 11:24 AM
#36
For the exhaust - loud is subjective, but to me it's perfect. Its loud enough where people notice it, and It has a great tone
My car is a DD so I didn't want a setup that was too loud or had drone on the freeway.
04-16-12, 11:41 PM
#39
^haha..... Maybe later 
Last week a couple co workers and I went out and did a quick shoot... the weather was weird that day- we had sun, rain, hail, everything,... and and I think the shots came out pretty good.
As always, all comments welcome!
And a couple rolling shots!
Last week a couple co workers and I went out and did a quick shoot... the weather was weird that day- we had sun, rain, hail, everything,... and and I think the shots came out pretty good.
As always, all comments welcome!
And a couple rolling shots!
Last edited by GiantsFan; 10-22-12 at 09:26 PM.
Soooooo gorggg, looks even more amazing in person
04-23-12, 05:45 AM
#42
Looks great!
10-22-12, 08:20 PM
#43
Added a couple things since I last updated this thread.
IS350 Brakes with Stoptech drilled rotors:
Painted a metallic red w/ MotoGFX lexus decals
Then finally, after almost 15 weeks of waiting ... my gunmetal Forgestar F14 wheels came in
Specs on the wheels are as follows:
19x8.5+30 235/35/19
19x9.5+33 265/30/19
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v2.0 - Current Mods:
Engine
F-Sport intake
Megan Mid-Pipe
Lexus HKS exhaust
Wheels/Suspension/Brakes
H&R springs
Forgestar F14
Red PIAA Lug Nuts
IS350 Brakes
Stoptech Drilled Rotors
Exterior
GFX Front Lip
F-Sport Grille
Plasti-Dipped Grille Surround and Emblems
AVS Visors
Roof Spoiler
Window Tints
NorCal/CL Plate frame
Painted Engine Covers
ISF tails
Interior
IS-F CF Interior
IS-F Steering Damper
F-Sport Shift ****
OEM iPod Kit
Lighting
HID 3000k Fogs
Fog Light mod
LED Dome lights
LED Blinker Bulbs
IS350 Brakes with Stoptech drilled rotors:
Painted a metallic red w/ MotoGFX lexus decals
Then finally, after almost 15 weeks of waiting ... my gunmetal Forgestar F14 wheels came in
Specs on the wheels are as follows:
19x8.5+30 235/35/19
19x9.5+33 265/30/19
========================================================================================================================
v2.0 - Current Mods:
Engine
F-Sport intake
Megan Mid-Pipe
Lexus HKS exhaust
Wheels/Suspension/Brakes
H&R springs
Forgestar F14
Red PIAA Lug Nuts
IS350 Brakes
Stoptech Drilled Rotors
Exterior
GFX Front Lip
F-Sport Grille
Plasti-Dipped Grille Surround and Emblems
AVS Visors
Roof Spoiler
Window Tints
NorCal/CL Plate frame
Painted Engine Covers
ISF tails
Interior
IS-F CF Interior
IS-F Steering Damper
F-Sport Shift ****
OEM iPod Kit
Lighting
HID 3000k Fogs
Fog Light mod
LED Dome lights
LED Blinker Bulbs
Last edited by GiantsFan; 09-29-13 at 10:32 PM.
