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Old Jun 28, 2011 | 11:47 AM
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Went ahead and took a stab at tinting---went with 20% on the fronts, rears are 5%.

WAY too much work but it came out good. Waiting on some rear RCAs and then I'll move on to the drivetrain next year.
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Old Jun 29, 2011 | 08:01 PM
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Originally Posted by Uneekstyle
looks good to me. even though i generally think 18's look somewhat small on these cars, i think if you lower it a bit more the look will pull together nicely
i agree with this guy ^
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Old Jun 30, 2011 | 07:51 AM
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cooln....i like
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Old Jun 30, 2011 | 07:34 PM
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Originally Posted by DeanGS
Been doing some work and am getting there...
Installed front RCAs
Replaced front lower control arms, caster arms, tie rod ends and lower ball joints
Lowered the car a bit more
Painted and installed LED mirror covers
Installed HID fog light kit
Installed Tein EDFC (this actually works surprisingly well)
Installed LS front brakes

The car now rides really nice, much sharper handling and much better braking now but still very "Lexus like" and comfortable. Next step is the body shop to get some minor things taken care of and a total repaint.
When you repleaced your suspension parts like ball joints and stuff. Did it ride better? Why did you change them?
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Old Jun 30, 2011 | 08:58 PM
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I replaced the suspension components because of wear and it really is a simple install. I noticed a good deal of steering improvement and the car is much more stable, especially when cornering.
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Old Jun 30, 2011 | 08:59 PM
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Nice GS bro love the truck with no wing. ( lucky guy)
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Old Jul 1, 2011 | 05:50 AM
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nice sterns. im afraid to roll on 18's with semi low profiles
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