RL9010's modified 2011 GS450h
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Lead Lap
Joined: Sep 2007
Posts: 518
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From: CA
Hybrid battery replaced at 144k
Just an update and timestamp for myself. Updated the hybrid battery. No codes or anything really wrong, but decreased MPG and total tank distance. I was barely clearing 300miles per tank. New Oem battery installed by dealer, I had to push for the work as "nothing is wrong". I now see better mpg, and battery performance. I can charge the battery higher than I have ever before and seems to be faster as well. All in all a worthwhile upgrade to refresh the car.
Pit Crew
Joined: Apr 2013
Posts: 174
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From: Singapore
Just an update and timestamp for myself. Updated the hybrid battery. No codes or anything really wrong, but decreased MPG and total tank distance. I was barely clearing 300miles per tank. New Oem battery installed by dealer, I had to push for the work as "nothing is wrong". I now see better mpg, and battery performance. I can charge the battery higher than I have ever before and seems to be faster as well. All in all a worthwhile upgrade to refresh the car.
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Lead Lap
Joined: Sep 2007
Posts: 518
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From: CA
Not necessarily faster, but it fixed the battery performance (car stays off the motor longer etc) The biggest improvement is being able to hold the charge for longer. I suppose that just leads to better performance overall. All in all it revived the car to new condition.
8th Gear
Joined: Nov 2024
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From: Canada
TOMs Bracing
Hello RL9010,
Very nice setup! I am a new member here just saw the video review of your car on YouTube. I have a 2007 model, and have been looking for the TOMs bracings like the ones you have but couldn't find them anywhere. Do you know if the bracings from Ultra Racing for the 4GS/3IS would fit on our cars? Any other brand you suggest? Hopefully you will be seeing this. Thank you any advice helps!
Very nice setup! I am a new member here just saw the video review of your car on YouTube. I have a 2007 model, and have been looking for the TOMs bracings like the ones you have but couldn't find them anywhere. Do you know if the bracings from Ultra Racing for the 4GS/3IS would fit on our cars? Any other brand you suggest? Hopefully you will be seeing this. Thank you any advice helps!
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