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Old Aug 7, 2015 | 05:22 PM
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Hello everyone!

New Lexus IS250 F-sport owner here, Switched from Acura to lexus! Im totally new to the modding world, and would love some pointers on some "Starter mods" I`ve already got the windows tinted to 20%, debadged her, and removed the gah aweful pinstrips But im kind of in a ponder of what to do next! Things i dont need? Must haves? any suggestions would be awesome!

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Old Aug 7, 2015 | 08:49 PM
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Well its all a matter of taste and budget.

But for me, Lexus left these cars looking quite 4x4 from the factory... so my suggestion for a first must have is to lower it. That doesn't mean it has to be slammed, but at least a set of springs to bring it down 1-2" minimum.
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Old Aug 7, 2015 | 09:20 PM
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Will the stock shocks be okay with lowering springs? I found some RS-Rs for $200+
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Old Aug 8, 2015 | 06:36 PM
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Welcome aboard! Congrats on your new ride! Feel free to check out my build thread!

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Old Aug 8, 2015 | 07:54 PM
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Originally Posted by Kinglex865
Will the stock shocks be okay with lowering springs? I found some RS-Rs for $200+
Depends on which springs you choose. RS-R Half Downs or Downs should not be an issue. Here is a pic of my wife's ride I lowered with Swift Sports, part number 4T912. Sits nearly perfect, handles impeccably, rides like a stocker.
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Old Aug 9, 2015 | 05:32 AM
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I was looking at the RS-R Downs guess ill be ordering them then!
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Old Aug 9, 2015 | 11:16 AM
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Congrats on your new IS and welcome to the forum.

I have RSR Downs on my 250 and ride is 95% stock which is to say very good while reducing body roll further during cornering.
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Old Aug 9, 2015 | 02:55 PM
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Originally Posted by corradoMR2
Congrats on your new IS and welcome to the forum.

I have RSR Downs on my 250 and ride is 95% stock which is to say very good while reducing body roll further during cornering.
Totally agree on the ride quality. Just got back from a trip across Michigan for a wedding and on the open road it drives like a dream can't go wrong withe RSR downs
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Welcome! Usually, lowering+wheels is the easiest way to change the overall appearance of the car.

Look forward to seeing progress in your build!
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