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Cross-country Road Trip - Which Mod??

Old 06-20-13, 11:20 AM
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Default 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)
Old 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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Originally Posted by quick123
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
Old 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
Old 06-20-13, 11:48 AM
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So, dumb question here.... fsport sways.... best to get get from Sewell lexus?
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you could get them from sewell or ebay as well. dealer some how selling parts on ebay as well
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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.
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Originally Posted by keyframe13
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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isfjay---agreed
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F sport rear sway.
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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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