New GS Owner
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New GS Owner
New owner of this gold 1998 GS300. The first thing I am looking to get for it is actually a gold OEM wing when I find one.
So far I am loving it, coming from a 1999 Miata this is quite the executive ride.
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Also, I am going to re-tint the center tail lights. Does any one have an opinion on whether or not to use the spray on tint or the film? Both are cheap but I am unsure on longevity of spray.
So, congrats and welcome to the club.
Check out this link.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/98-05-LEXUS-...86OQSA&vxp=mtr
use this, I've had it for a few years now. No complaints, but I'll eventually get some new inners.
Check out this link.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/98-05-LEXUS-...86OQSA&vxp=mtr
use this, I've had it for a few years now. No complaints, but I'll eventually get some new inners.
Replacing balljoints should be first on your list. As for the inner tails, just check out your local junkyards for an 01-05 set. Those don't don't have the fading problem and aren't too expensive either.
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New 2003 GS300
I have taken my recently purchased 2003 Lexus GS300 to Lexus Service for service and inspection.
Among others Lexus advised to do the following:
1. Replace Timing Belt (There 185000 miles on it).
2. Front Control Arms.
Both of them are expensive. Do you think i should be able to pick up these from Junk Yard?
Also i notice there`s some noise (like boiling pressured water) from behind the dash. Do you think its a failed water pump?
Please advise.
Among others Lexus advised to do the following:
1. Replace Timing Belt (There 185000 miles on it).
2. Front Control Arms.
Both of them are expensive. Do you think i should be able to pick up these from Junk Yard?
Also i notice there`s some noise (like boiling pressured water) from behind the dash. Do you think its a failed water pump?
Please advise.
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The timing belt you need to buy new, and if you are car savvy, do it yourself. Control Arms you might be able to find a used set but you'll beed bushings etc. The boiling water I'm not sure. Mine has a new water pump but whomever installed it didn't seal it properal from the top, nothing some rtv won't fix.
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I have taken my recently purchased 2003 Lexus GS300 to Lexus Service for service and inspection.
Among others Lexus advised to do the following:
1. Replace Timing Belt (There 185000 miles on it).
2. Front Control Arms.
Both of them are expensive. Do you think i should be able to pick up these from Junk Yard?
Also i notice there`s some noise (like boiling pressured water) from behind the dash. Do you think its a failed water pump?
Please advise.
Among others Lexus advised to do the following:
1. Replace Timing Belt (There 185000 miles on it).
2. Front Control Arms.
Both of them are expensive. Do you think i should be able to pick up these from Junk Yard?
Also i notice there`s some noise (like boiling pressured water) from behind the dash. Do you think its a failed water pump?
Please advise.
I used the control arms below for like $80 shipped for the pair when I changed mine. Takes less than an hour so pretty easy to do yourself.
https://www.1aauto.com/lexus-control...=360413&y=2001
I have not done a timing belt to this car yet but there is a kit for like $62 with just the belt and tensioner or a kit for $175 with belt, tensioner, and water pump.
https://www.1aauto.com/lexus-gs300-i...=518745&y=2001
https://www.1aauto.com/timing-belt-w...=593574&y=2001
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I have taken my recently purchased 2003 Lexus GS300 to Lexus Service for service and inspection.
Among others Lexus advised to do the following:
1. Replace Timing Belt (There 185000 miles on it).
2. Front Control Arms.
Both of them are expensive. Do you think i should be able to pick up these from Junk Yard?
Also i notice there`s some noise (like boiling pressured water) from behind the dash. Do you think its a failed water pump?
Please advise.
Among others Lexus advised to do the following:
1. Replace Timing Belt (There 185000 miles on it).
2. Front Control Arms.
Both of them are expensive. Do you think i should be able to pick up these from Junk Yard?
Also i notice there`s some noise (like boiling pressured water) from behind the dash. Do you think its a failed water pump?
Please advise.
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Grap a set from RockAuto and do the upper control arms yourself; it's easy and will embolden you to tackle other tasks on your car.
You'll need a 14 inch closed ratcheting wrench to remove the 2 bolts on each side.
Oh, before you start, make sure to say "man, gotta change dem control arms again..." aloud so people think you're a pro
good luck
You'll need a 14 inch closed ratcheting wrench to remove the 2 bolts on each side.
Oh, before you start, make sure to say "man, gotta change dem control arms again..." aloud so people think you're a pro
good luck
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