... with my new wheels (summer setup):

 

... that you're happy.

Jeff

 

Glad you are happy OP.

Ever consider getting springs or coil overs?

 

I gave it a bit of thought. The car came with f-sport lowering springs, but I swapped them out for the stock setup. I dislike the lowered look, and the roads I travel obviate such a setup. I was thinking of adding 15mm rear adapters, but I'm entirely happy with the stock wheel offset.

What's occupying my attention now is tires. The all-seasons on the car have probably a summer's worth of driving in them. They'll need replacing for next year, but I'm not sure with what. I want long tire life, but I also want increased steering feel. (I think the IS250 is lacking in that area.) Mutually opposing requirements it seems. (I am leaning towards the Michelin Pilot Sport A/S 3's.)

 

And you? Are you happy with your summer setup with those new Bridgestones?

 

Not installed yet. Soon.

Jeff

 

For increased steering feel, I would recommend the ISF steering wheel damper kit that runs for about $30 from Sewell Lexus. You can also look into swapping in an ISF steering ECU, I've read that it also increases steering feel. I have neither installed so I can't comment first-hand on how effective each is, but there are quite a few members who have reported good things.

 

 

Happiness abounds!

 

Thanks for the tips. I'm familiar with both "solutions," and have actually driven an IS250 with both mods installed. Of course, the comparison is skewed since the two cars do not share the same tires. But I will continue to compare and contemplate.