Notices
GS - 2nd Gen (1998-2005) Discussion about the second generation GS300, GS400 and GS430 (1998 - 2005)

Help: Wald kit

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old Jul 21, 2007 | 02:01 PM
  #1  
dboyz85's Avatar
dboyz85
Thread Starter
Pole Position
iTrader: (2)
 
Joined: Jun 2005
Posts: 312
Likes: 0
From: SoCal 714
Default Help: Wald kit

Hey I was wondering if someone with the wald executive kit can tell me how they fix the rubber molding on the bottom of the doors so it didn't stick out with the side skirts on. Thanks for all your help.
Reply
Old Jul 21, 2007 | 09:41 PM
  #2  
AristoPra's Avatar
AristoPra
Lead Lap
iTrader: (10)
 
Joined: Apr 2006
Posts: 664
Likes: 0
From: CA
Default

Originally Posted by dboyz85
Hey I was wondering if someone with the wald executive kit can tell me how they fix the rubber molding on the bottom of the doors so it didn't stick out with the side skirts on. Thanks for all your help.
i removed them when i realized they were sticking out when the doors closed. hope this helps.
Reply
Old Jul 21, 2007 | 10:13 PM
  #3  
dboyz85's Avatar
dboyz85
Thread Starter
Pole Position
iTrader: (2)
 
Joined: Jun 2005
Posts: 312
Likes: 0
From: SoCal 714
Default wald kit

How did it look when u removed them? Can u tell that there is a gap between the door and sideskirts? thanks for the help
Reply
Old Jul 22, 2007 | 12:16 AM
  #4  
Lexus GS3's Avatar
Lexus GS3
Trouble Maker
iTrader: (2)
 
Joined: Oct 2001
Posts: 1,855
Likes: 26
From: *626*California
Default

Originally Posted by Lkn4aGS
i removed them when i realized they were sticking out when the doors closed. hope this helps.
how does it look after removing them? GOt a close up picture????? Please post
Reply
Old Jul 22, 2007 | 04:23 AM
  #5  
DCMango's Avatar
DCMango
Lead Lap
 
Joined: Oct 2005
Posts: 545
Likes: 0
From: Florida
Default

You cannot retain the rubber molding without it looking wired. I have the Sportline kit and I also had to remove the actual molding. How does it look, well it looks normal, nothing out of the blue. You can see a slight difference if you are at eye level where the side skirts start, but other then that, you won't even notice.
Reply
Old Jul 22, 2007 | 04:31 AM
  #6  
dboyz85's Avatar
dboyz85
Thread Starter
Pole Position
iTrader: (2)
 
Joined: Jun 2005
Posts: 312
Likes: 0
From: SoCal 714
Default kit

Did u also remove the little bit of molding on the front fender and the rear fender too? thanks. and pics please if u have them.
Reply
Old Jul 22, 2007 | 08:59 AM
  #7  
DCMango's Avatar
DCMango
Lead Lap
 
Joined: Oct 2005
Posts: 545
Likes: 0
From: Florida
Default

Are you talking about the molding that's on the front and rear rocker panel? If so, yes, they should be removed for a perfect visual match. My car ofcourse is in the shop, I will shoot some pictures for you guys tomorrow if no one has done so by then.

Idealy, it will not be wise to leave the molding on the car, not only does it effect the car cosmetically, but the hard rubber molding can also over time scratch the top of the side skirts.

Originally Posted by dboyz85
Did u also remove the little bit of molding on the front fender and the rear fender too? thanks. and pics please if u have them.
Reply
Old Jul 23, 2007 | 12:58 AM
  #8  
dboyz85's Avatar
dboyz85
Thread Starter
Pole Position
iTrader: (2)
 
Joined: Jun 2005
Posts: 312
Likes: 0
From: SoCal 714
Default kit

Thanks alot for the help i will try it and let u know how it goes.
Reply
ClubLexus Stories

Celebrating Lexus & Toyota from Around the Globe

story-0

10 Lexus Designs That Have Aged Like Fine Wine

 Verdad Gallardo
story-1

8 Tips for Improving Your Hybrid or Plug-in Hybrid's Efficiency!

 Michael S. Palmer
story-2

10 Best Lexus Models No One Remembers

 Joe Kucinski
story-3

TRD Off-Road Premium: Best 2026 4Runner, Except This One Thing

 Michael S. Palmer
story-4

Top 10 Lexus & Toyotas to Drive Before You Die!

 Joe Kucinski
story-5

Top 10 Lexus/Toyotas With The LEAST 5-Year Depreciation

 Joe Kucinski
story-6

Lexus LC500 Convertible Auction: A Preview of Rising Values?

 Brett Foote
story-7

GX 550 vs TX 550: Best 3-Row Luxury Lexus Family Hauler

 Michael S. Palmer
story-8

9 Best Lexus Models You Can Buy for Half Price (And 1 You Shouldn't!)

 Joe Kucinski
story-9

2026 Lexus NX Buyer's Guide: Models, Features, Prices & More!

 Brett Foote
Old Jul 25, 2007 | 12:28 AM
  #9  
Lexus GS3's Avatar
Lexus GS3
Trouble Maker
iTrader: (2)
 
Joined: Oct 2001
Posts: 1,855
Likes: 26
From: *626*California
Default

No pics yet?
Reply
Old Jul 25, 2007 | 04:21 AM
  #10  
DCMango's Avatar
DCMango
Lead Lap
 
Joined: Oct 2005
Posts: 545
Likes: 0
From: Florida
Default

Sorry sorry, will take pictures when I walk in this morning!
Reply
Old Jul 25, 2007 | 06:10 AM
  #11  
DCMango's Avatar
DCMango
Lead Lap
 
Joined: Oct 2005
Posts: 545
Likes: 0
From: Florida
Default

Hey guys, sorry about the poor picture.

Just clarify, I have the Sportline kit, not the Executive kit. I am assumming that the kits fits similar.

Reply
Old Jul 25, 2007 | 11:01 AM
  #12  
vborder's Avatar
vborder
Lead Lap
 
Joined: Sep 2005
Posts: 788
Likes: 0
From: KY
Default

Good lookin DC BTW your ride is so fresh
Reply
Old Jul 25, 2007 | 01:12 PM
  #13  
dboyz85's Avatar
dboyz85
Thread Starter
Pole Position
iTrader: (2)
 
Joined: Jun 2005
Posts: 312
Likes: 0
From: SoCal 714
Default kit

Thanks for the pic. I was wondering if u can take a pic kinda farther away so we can see how it looks from afar. Sorry for the all trouble. thanks
Reply
Old Jul 31, 2007 | 01:13 AM
  #14  
dboyz85's Avatar
dboyz85
Thread Starter
Pole Position
iTrader: (2)
 
Joined: Jun 2005
Posts: 312
Likes: 0
From: SoCal 714
Default kit

Anymore pics? thanks
Reply
Old Jul 31, 2007 | 03:53 AM
  #15  
GS300Rich's Avatar
GS300Rich
Lexus Fanatic
 
Joined: Mar 2003
Posts: 9,392
Likes: 2
From: Florida
Default

Im thinking about removing the molding as well. Any special tricks to remove this cleanly?
Reply



All times are GMT -7. The time now is 10:25 PM.

story-0
10 Lexus Designs That Have Aged Like Fine Wine

Slideshow: Some luxury cars chase trends, but these Lexus models look better now than they did when they first rolled into showrooms.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-05-06 17:58:29


VIEW MORE
story-1
8 Tips for Improving Your Hybrid or Plug-in Hybrid's Efficiency!

Slideshow: How to Get the Best Fuel Economy with a Hybrid and Plug-In Hybrid!

By Michael S. Palmer | 2026-05-05 20:54:44


VIEW MORE
story-2
10 Best Lexus Models No One Remembers

Slideshow: 10 best Lexus models no one remembers.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-05 17:33:28


VIEW MORE
story-3
TRD Off-Road Premium: Best 2026 4Runner, Except This One Thing

Slideshow: diving into 4Runner TRD Off-Road Premium's pricing, performance, fuel economy, features, and amenities!

By Michael S. Palmer | 2026-04-23 13:09:18


VIEW MORE
story-4
Top 10 Lexus & Toyotas to Drive Before You Die!

Slideshow: the 10 Lexus and Toyota vehicles you need to drive before you die.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-04-23 10:34:24


VIEW MORE
story-5
Top 10 Lexus/Toyotas With The LEAST 5-Year Depreciation

Slideshow: Top 10 Lexus/Toyota models with the lowest 5-year depreciation rate.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-04-08 12:19:06


VIEW MORE
story-6
Lexus LC500 Convertible Auction: A Preview of Rising Values?

The LC hasn't even disappeared from the Lexus lineup yet, and we're already seeing signs of an explosive market.

By Brett Foote | 2026-04-06 09:25:02


VIEW MORE
story-7
GX 550 vs TX 550: Best 3-Row Luxury Lexus Family Hauler

Slideshow: comparing the pricings, specs, power, fuel economy, fun-factor, and features of the GX 550 Luxury+ and TX 550h+ Luxury.

By Michael S. Palmer | 2026-03-19 13:44:11


VIEW MORE
story-8
9 Best Lexus Models You Can Buy for Half Price (And 1 You Shouldn't!)

Slideshow: 9 best Lexus models you can buy for half price and 1 you should avoid

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-03-19 12:01:07


VIEW MORE
story-9
2026 Lexus NX Buyer's Guide: Models, Features, Prices & More!

Here's everything you need to know about the latest NX.

By Brett Foote | 2026-03-19 11:56:59


VIEW MORE