Notices
Performance Forced induction, intakes, exhausts, torque converters, transmissions, etc.

GS headrests

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old Dec 17, 2003 | 09:12 PM
  #16  
BigVIPness's Avatar
BigVIPness
Thread Starter
The Green Grundel
 
Joined: Sep 2003
Posts: 1,323
Likes: 0
From: MN
Default

My cars black, I really like the barbados but I can't find any good pictures of them. Do you have any pics of your freinds car?
Reply
Old Dec 17, 2003 | 09:44 PM
  #17  
bluelex's Avatar
bluelex
Lexus Fanatic
20 Year Member
Photogenic
Photoriffic
Shutterbug
 
Joined: Oct 2002
Posts: 11,243
Likes: 6
From: USA
Default

did u try giovans's website they have many cars with those on them...
Reply
Old Dec 17, 2003 | 09:49 PM
  #18  
BigVIPness's Avatar
BigVIPness
Thread Starter
The Green Grundel
 
Joined: Sep 2003
Posts: 1,323
Likes: 0
From: MN
Default

Ya but I'd like to see them on a lex not a benz, plus i'd like to see them from someones actauly digital camera instead of pictures they tweak to make them look amazing.
Reply
Old Dec 17, 2003 | 09:54 PM
  #19  
bluelex's Avatar
bluelex
Lexus Fanatic
20 Year Member
Photogenic
Photoriffic
Shutterbug
 
Joined: Oct 2002
Posts: 11,243
Likes: 6
From: USA
Default

Originally posted by IVXX
Ya but I'd like to see them on a lex not a benz, plus i'd like to see them from someones actauly digital camera instead of pictures they tweak to make them look amazing.
thats a great point.. and one that most people don't know about...they way company tweak thier pics of the their wheels... i don't know of anyone here with the barbados tho...mayb search the gallery all one thousand pages or so
Reply
Old Dec 18, 2003 | 03:42 AM
  #20  
D2-AUTOSPORT's Avatar
D2-AUTOSPORT
Former Sponsor
 
Joined: Jan 2003
Posts: 13,001
Likes: 1
From: D2'sville
Default

Originally posted by IVXX
My cars black, I really like the barbados but I can't find any good pictures of them. Do you have any pics of your freinds car?
Sorry man, I dont have any pics! he actually took them off for the winter, but I will try to see if he can scan a few.

Are you going to do suspension mods as well?
Reply
Old Dec 18, 2003 | 10:28 AM
  #21  
BigVIPness's Avatar
BigVIPness
Thread Starter
The Green Grundel
 
Joined: Sep 2003
Posts: 1,323
Likes: 0
From: MN
Default

Ya I think i'm going to go with GR-2 Shocks and Intrax Springs.
Reply
Old Dec 18, 2003 | 04:42 PM
  #22  
D2-AUTOSPORT's Avatar
D2-AUTOSPORT
Former Sponsor
 
Joined: Jan 2003
Posts: 13,001
Likes: 1
From: D2'sville
Default

Originally posted by IVXX
Ya I think i'm going to go with GR-2 Shocks and Intrax Springs.
If I had to do it all over again I wouldnt do it! the ride was very good on smooth roads, but the dampening could have been better.

See if you can get Espelir or Tein springs, or if $$$ permits, coilovers
Reply
Old Dec 18, 2003 | 08:47 PM
  #23  
BigVIPness's Avatar
BigVIPness
Thread Starter
The Green Grundel
 
Joined: Sep 2003
Posts: 1,323
Likes: 0
From: MN
Default

I want coilovers but I just can't justify spending that much. I want a 1.7 inch drop at least, ebach is like 1.2 or something like that. Are the shocks bad too or just the springs?

Currently Leaning Tword: Milanos
Reply
ClubLexus Stories

Celebrating Lexus & Toyota from Around the Globe

story-0

2026 Lexus ES Review: Lexus Re-Embraces Founding Principles

 Michael S. Palmer
story-1

10 Lexus Bargains That are Cheaper Than a New Toyota RAV4

 Joe Kucinski
story-2

8 Weirdest Things Lexus Has Ever Built

 Verdad Gallardo
story-3

10 Lexus Designs That Have Aged Like Fine Wine

 Verdad Gallardo
story-4

8 Tips for Improving Your Hybrid or Plug-in Hybrid's Efficiency!

 Michael S. Palmer
story-5

10 Best Lexus Models No One Remembers

 Joe Kucinski
story-6

TRD Off-Road Premium: Best 2026 4Runner, Except This One Thing

 Michael S. Palmer
story-7

Top 10 Lexus & Toyotas to Drive Before You Die!

 Joe Kucinski
story-8

Top 10 Lexus/Toyotas With The LEAST 5-Year Depreciation

 Joe Kucinski
story-9

Lexus LC500 Convertible Auction: A Preview of Rising Values?

 Brett Foote
Old Dec 18, 2003 | 08:57 PM
  #24  
bluelex's Avatar
bluelex
Lexus Fanatic
20 Year Member
Photogenic
Photoriffic
Shutterbug
 
Joined: Oct 2002
Posts: 11,243
Likes: 6
From: USA
Default

mayb get the kyb shocks i've better things about those...
Reply
Old Dec 18, 2003 | 09:04 PM
  #25  
D2-AUTOSPORT's Avatar
D2-AUTOSPORT
Former Sponsor
 
Joined: Jan 2003
Posts: 13,001
Likes: 1
From: D2'sville
Default

Originally posted by IVXX
I want coilovers but I just can't justify spending that much. I want a 1.7 inch drop at least, ebach is like 1.2 or something like that. Are the shocks bad too or just the springs?

Currently Leaning Tword: Milanos
The KYBs are fine, the problem is when you combine them with a 1.9" drop (what the Intrax settles to just about), they cant keep up with the springs. Like I said man, the car DID NOT have a bad ride, my mother used to ride in it and not complain. The problem was over rough stuff, the impacts were sharp, and the dampening could have been better.

Also, you never know what deal on coils you might be able to get! Good luck bro, and let me know if you need more info on the intrax/KYB thing
Reply
Old Dec 18, 2003 | 09:07 PM
  #26  
BigVIPness's Avatar
BigVIPness
Thread Starter
The Green Grundel
 
Joined: Sep 2003
Posts: 1,323
Likes: 0
From: MN
Default

First off thanks for all your help with this!

Secondly, if coilovers were in the $700-800 range i'd get those in a heartbeat.

Stupid question but if I get coilovers I still have to get shocks and springs right?
Reply
Old Dec 18, 2003 | 09:11 PM
  #27  
D2-AUTOSPORT's Avatar
D2-AUTOSPORT
Former Sponsor
 
Joined: Jan 2003
Posts: 13,001
Likes: 1
From: D2'sville
Default

Originally posted by IVXX
First off thanks for all your help with this!

Secondly, if coilovers were in the $700-800 range i'd get those in a heartbeat.

Stupid question but if I get coilovers I still have to get shocks and springs right?
No stupid questions when your learning.

Coilovers are a shock and spring that are matched and height adjustable/dampening adjustable. So NO you would not need to buy anything else!
Reply
Old Dec 18, 2003 | 09:15 PM
  #28  
BigVIPness's Avatar
BigVIPness
Thread Starter
The Green Grundel
 
Joined: Sep 2003
Posts: 1,323
Likes: 0
From: MN
Default

Well then I guess i'm going to have to choose; I can get the shocks/springs and Xerd headers OR coilovers. Damn, I'll just drop the headers and pick up coilovers instead. Any good places to get them? (besides intensemotorsports)
Reply
Old Dec 19, 2003 | 04:46 AM
  #29  
D2-AUTOSPORT's Avatar
D2-AUTOSPORT
Former Sponsor
 
Joined: Jan 2003
Posts: 13,001
Likes: 1
From: D2'sville
Default

Originally posted by IVXX
Well then I guess i'm going to have to choose; I can get the shocks/springs and Xerd headers OR coilovers. Damn, I'll just drop the headers and pick up coilovers instead. Any good places to get them? (besides intensemotorsports)
Trust me man, coils are a BETTER choice. For power man, just turbo your GS! To be honest thats why I NEVER did any intake or anything on my 1st Gen, I always said, with this big heavy car, with big heavy wheels, and stereo crap, what the hell is 6hp gonna do!!!!

Carson/TMEngineering/GS4Will man, PM johnee78, I think he has been doing some coilover research, and maybe he can help you out!
Reply
Old Dec 19, 2003 | 11:58 AM
  #30  
BigVIPness's Avatar
BigVIPness
Thread Starter
The Green Grundel
 
Joined: Sep 2003
Posts: 1,323
Likes: 0
From: MN
Default

I was going to turbocharge it but the engine already has 117,000 miles on it, it's easier to just do a 2jz swap... or have I said to much

As for the coilovers I can't seem to find them for the 1st gen GS's, do they not make any for them?
Reply



All times are GMT -7. The time now is 04:51 PM.

story-0
2026 Lexus ES Review: Lexus Re-Embraces Founding Principles

Slideshow: Our First-Drive Review of the 2026 Lexus ES!

By Michael S. Palmer | 2026-05-29 20:30:16


VIEW MORE
story-1
10 Lexus Bargains That are Cheaper Than a New Toyota RAV4

Slideshow: 10 Lexus bargain that are cheaper than a new Toyota.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-20 10:28:20


VIEW MORE
story-2
8 Weirdest Things Lexus Has Ever Built

Slideshow: From hoverboards to luxury yachts, these are the strangest projects Lexus has ever attached its badge to.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-05-16 11:34:36


VIEW MORE
story-3
10 Lexus Designs That Have Aged Like Fine Wine

Slideshow: Some luxury cars chase trends, but these Lexus models look better now than they did when they first rolled into showrooms.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-05-06 17:58:29


VIEW MORE
story-4
8 Tips for Improving Your Hybrid or Plug-in Hybrid's Efficiency!

Slideshow: How to Get the Best Fuel Economy with a Hybrid and Plug-In Hybrid!

By Michael S. Palmer | 2026-05-05 20:54:44


VIEW MORE
story-5
10 Best Lexus Models No One Remembers

Slideshow: 10 best Lexus models no one remembers.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-05 17:33:28


VIEW MORE
story-6
TRD Off-Road Premium: Best 2026 4Runner, Except This One Thing

Slideshow: diving into 4Runner TRD Off-Road Premium's pricing, performance, fuel economy, features, and amenities!

By Michael S. Palmer | 2026-04-23 13:09:18


VIEW MORE
story-7
Top 10 Lexus & Toyotas to Drive Before You Die!

Slideshow: the 10 Lexus and Toyota vehicles you need to drive before you die.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-04-23 10:34:24


VIEW MORE
story-8
Top 10 Lexus/Toyotas With The LEAST 5-Year Depreciation

Slideshow: Top 10 Lexus/Toyota models with the lowest 5-year depreciation rate.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-04-08 12:19:06


VIEW MORE
story-9
Lexus LC500 Convertible Auction: A Preview of Rising Values?

The LC hasn't even disappeared from the Lexus lineup yet, and we're already seeing signs of an explosive market.

By Brett Foote | 2026-04-06 09:25:02


VIEW MORE