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Old 05-30-18, 11:06 AM
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I used Dorman 961-045 and they fit perfectly: https://www.dormanproducts.com/p-8818-961-045.aspx

The Dorman package contains (3) large-diameter that fit engine covers and (3) small-diameter that fit light access covers and other panels that require smaller head diameter.

Pep Boys has them in stock at the location near me...



I also found these while searching around: https://www.buyautosupply.com/produc...exus-trim-clip
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I have not checked, but Lowes has an automotive section in their hardware aisle...and they might be there also. I have bought other sizes there also.
Thanks for the part number!! They can be found on Amazon as well.
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I did check a large local hardware store I use for fasteners for my motorcycle projects but they had nothing like this in stock.

The next time I am at Lowes I will check there as well. Since you're a bike owner... 1986 Yamaha SRX600...


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You can Google or eBay "90467-" - this is the Toyota part number prefix for several of their various fasteners. You could also go to eBay and search for Toyota fasteners or clips.

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Quibbling about a few bucks on a Lexus for proper fasteners seems a bit much to me. If you don't want a luxury car without paying for it, forget about it! Just my opinion.
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Originally Posted by jayclapp
Quibbling about a few bucks on a Lexus for proper fasteners seems a bit much to me. If you don't want a luxury car without paying for it, forget about it! Just my opinion.
In my case it was about time, not money. These were hanging on a hook at a local store.
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Originally Posted by VortecCPI
I used Dorman 961-045 and they fit perfectly: https://www.dormanproducts.com/p-8818-961-045.aspx

The Dorman package contains (3) large-diameter that fit engine covers and (3) small-diameter that fit light access covers and other panels that require smaller head diameter.

Pep Boys has them in stock at the location near me...



I also found these while searching around: https://www.buyautosupply.com/produc...exus-trim-clip
Thanks for the info on these fasteners. I'll need a few when I do the timing belt.
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This is a very strange "area," maybe demand driven. My wife's GM vehicle, the screws for the fender liner are about $4 each ($3.xx)!! I find it amazing when eBay cannot help. Usually someone in the world deep discounts factory parts, not this screw. I think each wheel takes 8. Long ago I just broke down and ordered the genuine Toyota stuff, discount online (discount parts monster and parts.com) for the entire front of the car...maybe I wasted $30, but I like knowing I have them...they can be reused, but imho they are no longer very good after 2-5 undoings...
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I think I have both but I prefer to just keep Christmas tree fasteners in the drawer. Just press them in when your done. The twist in fasteners get splayed out and snagged it seems like. I like just the press in type -simple to use and you can always find them at the hardware store.
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Originally Posted by VortecCPI
I did check a large local hardware store I use for fasteners for my motorcycle projects but they had nothing like this in stock.

The next time I am at Lowes I will check there as well. Since you're a bike owner... 1986 Yamaha SRX600...


Nice bike! I just bought a '86 Fazer last weekend. It's still being shipped here but once I get some pics I'll dig up the other thread about LS owners with bikes.
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Originally Posted by caverman
Nice bike! I just bought a '86 Fazer last weekend. It's still being shipped here but once I get some pics I'll dig up the other thread about LS owners with bikes.
I was a young lad and this dude had a V65 Magna, I was in awe....lol same era I think
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I keep a ten pack of the Lexus ones for both my GX and my LS laying around... replace as needed.
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Originally Posted by jayclapp
Quibbling about a few bucks on a Lexus for proper fasteners seems a bit much to me. If you don't want a luxury car without paying for it, forget about it! Just my opinion.
Some times it is not about 'quibbling about a few bucks'. It is that gross feeling that I get inside knowing that you are paying Lexus for something that I could have gotten for less, of same/similar quality.
Yes, I partially agree with the idea that if I want a luxury car I have to pay for certain things. This does not imply that I have to pay over $100.00 for an oil change, for example.
In fact, all the "luxury" cars that I have owned has been possible by me not throwing my money away.
For me it is a question of reliability and comfort, not a status symbol. In fact, in 1998 I bought a 6 cylinder Ford Contour, which I believe does not qualify as a luxury car. I gave it to away to family in 2002. It is still going strong; it has proven to be a nice car.
The idea that, "If you don't want a luxury car without paying for it, forget about it!", is something that I don't understand. Reading people's posts you will find many younger individuals, some still in school and living with their parents, that have been able to buy a Lexus but, have to be creative with maintenance.
Just my opinion.
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Originally Posted by caverman
Nice bike! I just bought a '86 Fazer last weekend. It's still being shipped here but once I get some pics I'll dig up the other thread about LS owners with bikes.
Here is a quick little video of the bike before the tuned intake system was built and added. I was testing the secondary carb hence the delayed throttle opening. It is a 600cc kick-only single with a slider primary and CV secondary. Bikes now weighs ~360 pounds due to removal of non-essential items. SuperTrapp exhaust system and White Brothers airbox delete + DynoJet kit are all from 1990. Bike now has ~10,000 miles on the clock. Extremely rare machine...


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A kit with all various plastic fasteners can be had on amazon for 15 bucks. You will never need to buy any again. Some kits even comes with tools for removal.


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