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Old Jul 24, 2013 | 12:57 PM
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Lowering is a priority. Figure it out. You've got too much little stuff without a Major part missing.
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Old Jul 24, 2013 | 02:54 PM
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Originally Posted by Sffd103
Lowering is a priority. Figure it out. You've got too much little stuff without a Major part missing.
Sig-worthy.

Lower the car first, and do it right with a decent set of coils. BC coils are good, and they are great if you invest in Swift springs. Someone in the classifieds is selling a brand new set of BCRs for around $850 if I remember right. As far as getting in your driveway, either enter and exit the driveway at an angle, or keep makeshift "ramps" in your garage. Might seem like a hassle, but the first time you see your cars reflection in a store window while you're driving is all worth it, trust me.


Edit: Never mind, the set sold already. Listed for less than a day lol

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Old Jul 24, 2013 | 03:50 PM
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BC coils, HID kit, sway bar (rear)
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Old Jul 24, 2013 | 11:41 PM
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just ordered rear sway bar from eBay for $225...

after googling, found out other sites sell it for much cheaper...$165
oemlexusparts.com ... lexuspartsnow.com

thanks to this forum, i learned that i do not need front sway bar...does not make much difference...just need rear
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Old Jul 25, 2013 | 06:05 AM
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Originally Posted by andy350
just ordered rear sway bar from eBay for $225...

after googling, found out other sites sell it for much cheaper...$165
oemlexusparts.com ... lexuspartsnow.com

thanks to this forum, i learned that i do not need front sway bar...does not make much difference...just need rear
the front does make a difference. I used my rear only for a couple weeks until I bought the front and put it on. It was more balanced.
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Old Jul 25, 2013 | 10:09 AM
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Originally Posted by bob4256
Megan EZ coils for ~$600. Whoever is charging $500 for install is ripping you off. Use the rest for hids or a lip kit
What he said, for example I charge $150.00 to install and that includes resetting your bushings.
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Old Jul 25, 2013 | 10:57 AM
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Originally Posted by B16da9
What he said, for example I charge $150.00 to install and that includes resetting your bushings.
Damnit, I should have gone to you lol. I paid $200
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Old Jul 25, 2013 | 12:13 PM
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What is a fair price to pay for rear sway bar installation and how long does it usually take?
Thanks!
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Old Jul 25, 2013 | 12:16 PM
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yourself 30 min easier to do than isntalling an intake
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Old Jul 25, 2013 | 12:23 PM
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do it yourself only few bolts. you will need a tourque wrench
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Old Jul 25, 2013 | 12:35 PM
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having ramps helps a lot too. Heck Sewell gives you the instructions for the sway bars, its very simple. Ramps, basic tool, and a torque wrench for added security is enough.
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Old Jul 25, 2013 | 12:42 PM
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One more stupid question: i love the way my back tires skid and slide when i am at a complete stop, then take a fast right or left turn...it skids and slides...i love this...

So after i install the rear sway bar...will i be able to skid and slide just as easy?
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Old Jul 25, 2013 | 12:50 PM
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This is pretty good information. Ill have to look into getting the sway bars as well.

what do you mean your wheels skid and slide when you are at a stop?
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Old Jul 25, 2013 | 01:03 PM
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When i am at a complete stop...then stomp on the gas while making a turn...it skids and slides...feels good...
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Old Jul 25, 2013 | 01:05 PM
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I think he means when he accelerates hard, the tires break loose and peel out a bit. I think you still retain that with the sway bar upgrades.. only way to get rid of that is to upgrade to better tires I think.
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