Just wanted to say hi. Got a 2016 CT F-Sport
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Just wanted to say hi. Got a 2016 CT F-Sport
I love the car so far. Had it for about two weeks. Averaging 43mpg indicated. The very next day after purchasing it, I installed RX350 bi-xenon projectors inside the factory headlights complete with dual-relay harness, Denso ballasts, and Osram CBI bulbs. I also installed LED fog lights (actual LED fog lights and not cheap LED bulbs). Needless to say, the lighting is night and day. I also swapped out all bulbs in the entire car with LED bulbs. Turn indicators, back up lights, interior, etc. I installed a subwoofer and amp to the factory system. I also added a dash cam which is hardwired. I'll post some info on how I did each one of these things.
On order are Lexus F Sport springs and 10/15mm spacers for F/R w/ extended studs. After that I'll get tint and MAYBE do front speakers and amp. And that's about it!
I have a huge DIY background and come from the BMW world. So I plan to contribute very high quality info and writeups to the community.
On order are Lexus F Sport springs and 10/15mm spacers for F/R w/ extended studs. After that I'll get tint and MAYBE do front speakers and amp. And that's about it!
I have a huge DIY background and come from the BMW world. So I plan to contribute very high quality info and writeups to the community.
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Welcome! I'm glad to hear that you're already planning to post up some DIY guides, I've attempted to make a few myself (front/rear emblem replace and Alpine amp installation), but I've been waiting for a projector guide, so I'm definitely looking forward to that. There are DIY guides for interior LEDs and front/rear speakers, but extra tips wouldn't hurt.
Also, which wire did you tap for your dash cam? I was lazy and used the same wire as the one I tapped for a LCD rear view mirror (for back-up cam), but occasionally the dash cam won't turn on automatically, so I want to change it without having to test more wires to find an accessory.
Also, which wire did you tap for your dash cam? I was lazy and used the same wire as the one I tapped for a LCD rear view mirror (for back-up cam), but occasionally the dash cam won't turn on automatically, so I want to change it without having to test more wires to find an accessory.
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Thanks. Sorry the pic came through jumbled.
As for the dash cam, I spliced into the 12V constant from the cig lighter socket at the center console and ran a wire across the driver side and up the a pillar. Same thing as I did in the Prius. I tested every single wire using a multimeter at and around the map console plug as well as the LCD mirror and could not find a constant 12V. Very strange.
I found I had to do the same thing in my 2015 Prius (traded it in for this car)
As for the dash cam, I spliced into the 12V constant from the cig lighter socket at the center console and ran a wire across the driver side and up the a pillar. Same thing as I did in the Prius. I tested every single wire using a multimeter at and around the map console plug as well as the LCD mirror and could not find a constant 12V. Very strange.
I found I had to do the same thing in my 2015 Prius (traded it in for this car)
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As for the dash cam, I spliced into the 12V constant from the cig lighter socket at the center console and ran a wire across the driver side and up the a pillar. Same thing as I did in the Prius. I tested every single wire using a multimeter at and around the map console plug as well as the LCD mirror and could not find a constant 12V. Very strange.
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I am not sure about the Tanabe's. but I had the Megans on before and they are 1.5" in the front and 0.9" in the back. I thought they rode great, just not low enough for me. They are blue just like the F-Sport lowering springs.
The Lexus site say "F Sport™ Lowering Springs offer a more aggressive stance and a lower center of gravity. Installing these springs front and rear sets the vehicle approximately 1" closer to the ground. "
The Lexus site say "F Sport™ Lowering Springs offer a more aggressive stance and a lower center of gravity. Installing these springs front and rear sets the vehicle approximately 1" closer to the ground. "
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I am not sure about the Tanabe's. but I had the Megans on before and they are 1.5" in the front and 0.9" in the back. I thought they rode great, just not low enough for me. They are blue just like the F-Sport lowering springs.
The Lexus site say "F Sport™ Lowering Springs offer a more aggressive stance and a lower center of gravity. Installing these springs front and rear sets the vehicle approximately 1" closer to the ground. "
The Lexus site say "F Sport™ Lowering Springs offer a more aggressive stance and a lower center of gravity. Installing these springs front and rear sets the vehicle approximately 1" closer to the ground. "
got it, I was misinformed.
I thought they lowered the car .5 inch all the way around.
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congrats! Did you lease or buy? If you leased, do you mind sharing your deal? I'll be going to Longo this weekend and the blue CT200h f sport is exactly what I am interested in. Thanks!
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As for Mike K internet sales manager! Tell him I sent you (tell him I bought the blue F sport from him a month ago) he will remember me. I leased mine. My lease details are going to be different because I rolled my 2015 Prius lease defecit into the new car. I got a great deal though
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Oh also, if you get a chance can you take a picture of your HID cutoff? Thanks!