Hybrid Technology Unique topics related to the 2004 -2009 RX400H model hybrid drivetrain and other features/options found only on the RX400H. Please use the main forum for discussion about shared components with other second generation RX models.

Grill for lower bumper opening

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old 04-01-11, 07:21 AM
  #1  
thomas1
Pole Position
Thread Starter
 
thomas1's Avatar
 
Join Date: Sep 2006
Location: Sacramento, California
Posts: 3,035
Received 91 Likes on 77 Posts
Default Grill for lower bumper opening

Has anyone done anything with the opening below the bumper to prevent rock damage to the radiator and condensor core? I may make up something to prevent damage. I heard on the Old RX330 that folks experienced failure of the AC because of debris damage.
Old 04-01-11, 01:25 PM
  #2  
mowmow
Lead Lap
 
mowmow's Avatar
 
Join Date: Mar 2009
Location: CA
Posts: 771
Likes: 0
Received 3 Likes on 3 Posts
Default

I had a rock punctured my AC condenser cost $1500 to replace, lucky I end up getting Lexus to pay for the whole thing.
Old 04-02-11, 02:34 PM
  #3  
rcy
Lead Lap
 
rcy's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jun 2009
Location: Ontario
Posts: 668
Likes: 0
Received 9 Likes on 8 Posts
Default

Somewhere I saw a post with a DIY about removing the front bumper (I've done this...it's not that hard) and placing some gutter guard screen behind the grill opening. It looked pretty good...
Old 04-02-11, 02:41 PM
  #4  
kitlz
No, I don't play soccer!
 
kitlz's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jul 2009
Location: NJ
Posts: 6,652
Received 159 Likes on 134 Posts
Default

I used plastic gutter guard screen on my 450h. Fold the screen into the opening and spread out. Secure with ties. Done. Took all of 5 minutes and $5. I have plenty of screen left too.
Old 04-02-11, 05:26 PM
  #5  
thomas1
Pole Position
Thread Starter
 
thomas1's Avatar
 
Join Date: Sep 2006
Location: Sacramento, California
Posts: 3,035
Received 91 Likes on 77 Posts
Default

Ok here was my solution....dont laugh would you believe barbeque screen.....
Attached Thumbnails Grill for lower bumper opening-lower-grill-guard-2.jpg   Grill for lower bumper opening-lower-grill-guard.jpg  
Old 04-07-11, 04:03 PM
  #6  
mowmow
Lead Lap
 
mowmow's Avatar
 
Join Date: Mar 2009
Location: CA
Posts: 771
Likes: 0
Received 3 Likes on 3 Posts
Default

Originally Posted by rcy
Somewhere I saw a post with a DIY about removing the front bumper (I've done this...it's not that hard) and placing some gutter guard screen behind the grill opening. It looked pretty good...
rcy, you have picture you can show us ?
Old 04-08-11, 06:31 AM
  #7  
rcy
Lead Lap
 
rcy's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jun 2009
Location: Ontario
Posts: 668
Likes: 0
Received 9 Likes on 8 Posts
Default

2nd gen

https://www.clublexus.com/forums/rx-...n-air-dam.html

3rd gen

https://www.clublexus.com/forums/rx-...ification.html


Hmm..maybe the mods can sticky those posts???


Looks like I was wrong in that you don't have to remove the bumper to do this mod.
Related Topics
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
lalin
RX - 4th Gen (2016-2022)
15
03-10-16 05:36 PM
SCGS350
GS - 3rd Gen (2006-2011)
1
11-22-12 01:12 PM
SALTY2
RX - 3rd Gen (2010-2015)
7
11-30-09 01:29 PM
sahara78
IS - 2nd Gen (2006-2013)
17
04-09-09 02:00 PM
BananaGS
Maintenance
3
08-22-02 02:51 PM



Quick Reply: Grill for lower bumper opening



All times are GMT -7. The time now is 04:41 PM.