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Old 04-30-13, 05:03 PM
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Default My new LS430 03

Just got her last month.Had the windows tinted,exhaust extensions,Ipod hookup.Next is Rims.I love the ride and dont want to change it at all so I think maybe 17s or 18 only.The problem is the lady that had the car before me was a curb hitter!!!!The tires are brand new 17s.Dont know if I should wait for 18s after tires wear or stay with 17s and get the rims now?????The car only has 57,500 miles on her.
I hate the way the rims look now.Oh well I will think about this ....

Old 04-30-13, 05:28 PM
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Congrats on your purchase! Looks great and low miles. I just picked up a 03 UL package last month also. Getting tint this weekend. What kind of ipod hookup did you get? I need one.
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Its an audiovox and then u need 2 more adaptors total cost 320. I also have the UL pkg.The tint is 50% in the rear and only 5% on the pass and driver window(NJ) and one strip across the top of windshield..Good luck with ur Lexus!!!
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Wow! I may go with the vaistech unit. I have it in my SC and love it. Charges my iphone, compatible with steering wheel controls and gets rid of the annoying I AGREE button. I'm going with 20% tint on the front windows and 5% on the winshield. I disconnected the Lexus Link system and added all LEDs to the interior and license plate. Next mission is to re-foam my sub.

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super low miles!! welcome !!
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how do you do the exhaust extensions?? did you have to cut the rear valance? They look great but I cant figure out how to do them on my 03...thanks
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Had to order them from Car Toyz.They are a little bigger then the norm.Then they were welded into place.Good Luck!!
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nice pick up man. it looks clean. post some photos of your interior. Where you the one to install your Ipod hook up? or did you get it done at a shop. Im using a FM transmitter right now and i hate it..
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I too like the exhaust extensions and have read all the previous threads on the install. Does your extensions come out straight or do they turn slightly downward? Did you have to adjust the muffler or rear bumper cover to allow clearance as not to heat up the rear cover?
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Originally Posted by Bocatrip
I too like the exhaust extensions and have read all the previous threads on the install. Does your extensions come out straight or do they turn slightly downward? Did you have to adjust the muffler or rear bumper cover to allow clearance as not to heat up the rear cover?
No adjustments needed.They are a little bit bigger extentions and were welded on.Will post pics of interior soon.Not a crack on the leather at all.The extentions are a straight fit....The ipod was done at a shop and had the wire hookup come out of the little slide box(storage) under the stereo....
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Congrats on the LS! Looks to be in really good condition!
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Originally Posted by Seize
Congrats on the LS! Looks to be in really good condition!
Thanks bro!!! I am lookin at rims and u posted some sick ones on the site here.What do u think.I have new tires on here from other owner.Should I go with 17s or move up to 18s??Dont want to change the ride of the car at all.I like the ones u posted the (work rim euroline) thicker rim 2 piece alloy on the blk Lexus in front of the garage...Thoughts....

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Originally Posted by CJF1
Its an audiovox and then u need 2 more adaptors total cost 320. I also have the UL pkg.The tint is 50% in the rear and only 5% on the pass and driver window(NJ) and one strip across the top of windshield..Good luck with ur Lexus!!!
Did you buy the Mediabridge or the Duo?
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low miles, looks great, great find.
Time to enjoy it...
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Congrats! looks clean!
I noticed more of a difference in ride going from 17" to 18"wheels than I did going from Stock suspension to BC Coilovers on the softest setting... I don't think an aftermarket rim smaller than 18"s will look right on the car. If your ever in the md area you can see how my car rides on 18s and coils, just let me know.


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