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Old 09-22-14, 01:10 PM
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I'm also interested in the size difference of the sway bars
Old 09-22-14, 05:06 PM
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Originally Posted by HammerDown
I'm also interested in the size difference of the sway bars
The TRD bars are actually smaller than stock. It was explained to me that these bars are designed to be used as a full set including the TRD shocks & springs for overall ride quality.

Since I don't have the rest of the suspension & for now am installing RSR Down springs, I have decided not to install these.

Front bar IS350 F Sport stock 25mm - TRD 23mm
Rear bar IS350 F Sport stock 17mm - TRD 14mm
Old 09-22-14, 07:10 PM
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the car looks way too aggressive for the stock wheels! lol. can't wait to see with the rims, drop and big brakes!!!
Old 09-25-14, 06:05 PM
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Originally Posted by Fooz
The TRD bars are actually smaller than stock. It was explained to me that these bars are designed to be used as a full set including the TRD shocks & springs for overall ride quality.

Since I don't have the rest of the suspension & for now am installing RSR Down springs, I have decided not to install these.

Front bar IS350 F Sport stock 25mm - TRD 23mm
Rear bar IS350 F Sport stock 17mm - TRD 14mm
Interesting..... I wonder what size sway bars are on the is250 or are they the same as the is350?
Old 09-25-14, 08:58 PM
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RSR Down before & after ..... 36mm drop front & 31mm drop rear

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Old 10-01-14, 12:47 AM
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Well I have another bit of eye candy here, the wheels went on today!

I ended up getting Michelin Pilot Super Sport Tyres all round, 235/35/19 fronts & 275/30/19 rears. Here's a quick pic I took on the way home.

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I put plenty of research into the offsets for these wheels including doing rough measurements of the stock car at the dealership before I ordered the Volk Racing G25's. I'm pleased to say I think I have nailed the offsets pretty bloody well

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Old 10-01-14, 05:24 AM
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that being said, what are your offsets?
Old 10-01-14, 05:39 AM
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Originally Posted by NVMarkus
that being said, what are your offsets?
Front 19x8.5" 35mm offset
Rear 19x9.5" 45mm offset
Old 10-01-14, 09:42 PM
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Looks good!
Old 10-02-14, 02:25 AM
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Originally Posted by NVMarkus
Looks good!
Cheers!

Will have the new Magnaflow Quad outlets on next week & have booked the Brembo install the week after
Old 10-02-14, 05:44 AM
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Loving the rims man gj
Old 10-07-14, 01:47 AM
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Got the exhaust done today to suit the TRD rear diffuser. Stainless steel axle back with Magnaflow mufflers & black ceramic coated quad tips.

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Old 10-07-14, 06:31 AM
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Great build!!!
Old 10-07-14, 06:40 AM
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You have the best looking 3IS that I've seen on the forums yet.
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Originally Posted by NVMarkus
Great build!!!
Originally Posted by redspencer
You have the best looking 3IS that I've seen on the forums yet.
Thanks guys!!

Can't wait to get the Brembo's on next week


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