Cross-country Road Trip - Which Mod??
06-20-13, 11:20 AM
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Cross-country Road Trip - Which Mod??
Hey guys, I have a '09 IS350 with Lux package. I love the car. However, I'm going to be taking her on a 2,500 mile journey which will include some very TWISTY mountain roads and probable even include the "Tail of the Dragon".
I've never modified this car in anyway. I was wondering... if I could do just ONE mod... what would you guys recommend??
Front strut brace?
Sway bar rear?
CAI?
Some DIY I don't know about?
Thanks! PS (Tires are good but I need new pads... was just going to go with Lexus spec)
06-20-13, 11:26 AM
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Fsport rear sway...hands down the best mod to produce the most return in the way the car feels in the twisties
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06-20-13, 11:43 AM
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Fsport rear sway...hands down the best mod to produce the most return in the way the car feels in the twisties
Thank you quick123
06-20-13, 11:46 AM
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+1 on sways to enjoy those twisties! oh and a viddy camera to share the action with us
06-20-13, 11:48 AM
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So, dumb question here.... fsport sways.... best to get get from Sewell lexus?
06-20-13, 12:02 PM
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you could get them from sewell or ebay as well. dealer some how selling parts on ebay as well
06-20-13, 12:09 PM
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Add a 12v outlet in the trunk and get a mini fridge
I loved having mine on my cross country trip.
Just went from Seattle to NY and back, have fun!
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Redouts
jk I wouldn't modify anything.
06-20-13, 01:07 PM
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Redouts
jk I wouldn't modify anything.
Okay, so funny enough- I forgot that and I did in fact do a Mod!
I got red outs for like 9 bucks on ebay. To me, the car looks 100x fresher from the rear! No more amber!! Best 9 bucks every spent...
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Safety first! If you're coming close to the end of the life on those pads, get new ones BEFORE the trip.
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fsport intake!!! feel the power of your car roar!!
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