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Old Aug 9, 2023 | 08:37 AM
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same here at age 70 .

it always cost me twice as much to do something myself because they have to undo what i did trying .

i would think not but does the 500h have predrilled holes for the flaps ?
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Old Aug 10, 2023 | 07:07 AM
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How about the one on Amazon. I am not sure of how to install them as I don't see the screw holes where it should screw on to? $39.00
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Old Aug 10, 2023 | 11:04 AM
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Originally Posted by Lexus-SSA
How about the one on Amazon. I am not sure of how to install them as I don't see the screw holes where it should screw on to? $39.00
I don't know about the 2023 model as I have a Gen 3, but there were some screw holes, and the trim around the wheel arch was plastic on mine, so could be drilled/screwed through. I bought some from aliexpress for about £25 and they took about 30 mins to fit.
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Old Aug 10, 2023 | 11:47 AM
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We call them salt guards here. Usually get them but did not when we bought the 2013 RX. As it turns out, all the paint behind the tires looks great, wheel wells, etc. so no need.
But our 2023 came with them installed, so there's that. They do look decent, not like add ons.
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Old Aug 10, 2023 | 12:14 PM
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My car that I had coming in had them on it but another car with exactly the same options except with out the flaps came in for someone else who cancelled. I told the dealer I would take that car if they installed them for free (I paid the $165.00 cost). If your not very sure on what your doing I wouldn't start drilling holes in a 60K car and install generic amazon flaps. Get the real ones and let the dealer or someone that knows what their doing install them. (just my thoughts)
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Old Aug 29, 2023 | 10:23 AM
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Default Mud guard install

Hi all,
I ordered an oem set after delivery so i will be installing myself.
Anyone have a "how to" or video?
thx!
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Old Aug 29, 2023 | 11:03 AM
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Post #5 here: https://www.clublexus.com/forums/rx-...mudguards.html

Oops, wrong link, I know there is one on here somewhere but no time to look more.
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Old Aug 29, 2023 | 02:42 PM
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This is for the 22= NX. might be similar? https://www.clublexus.com/forums/att...structions.pdf
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Old Oct 10, 2023 | 07:26 PM
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Default Door edge guards/mud guards pics

This is the first car I’ve had in years that did not come from the factory with door edge guards or mud guards. I have an eminent white pearl RX, but I was just wondering what the door edge guards look like. I’ve seen pictures of the mud guards, and my question about those is if you feel they really help with anything. I like the look of the Rx without them, but I’ve not driven my car in any kind of weather since I’ve gotten it to know if they would help do anything. So just wondering about that. But I do feel the door edge guards have helped on my past cars. Just wondering what they look like on the RX. Thanks
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Old Oct 11, 2023 | 05:20 AM
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Originally Posted by pray84
This is the first car I’ve had in years that did not come from the factory with door edge guards or mud guards. I have an eminent white pearl RX, but I was just wondering what the door edge guards look like. I’ve seen pictures of the mud guards, and my question about those is if you feel they really help with anything. I like the look of the Rx without them, but I’ve not driven my car in any kind of weather since I’ve gotten it to know if they would help do anything. So just wondering about that. But I do feel the door edge guards have helped on my past cars. Just wondering what they look like on the RX. Thanks
Ours (also Pearl White) happened to come with the door edge guards, which we've never had before. They look nice...you don't really notice them unless you look...so we're happy with both the edge guards and mud guards.
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Old Nov 10, 2023 | 07:17 AM
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Anyone know if PK389-13P00-TP is the correct PN for a 2024 RX450h+? Has anyone installed them DIY, and if so, was it similar to the NX install that Eagleboy99 posted?

After our recent road-trip, we are planning to get a set.
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Old Nov 10, 2023 | 07:45 AM
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I have the mudguards (they are standard up here) and TBH, I am not that impressed. The front ones especially could be larger to block more of the tire spray. So much so that I am still considering Xpel for the rear quarter panels to protect against rock damage. Problem is that the Xpel kit is full rocker panels, etc., and costs hundreds. That said, they are better than nothing.

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Old Nov 10, 2023 | 07:56 AM
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Even if it cost some $, I went with XPEL almost all over the car, only 4 months with my RX350h, so far so good.
As you, am in Canadian dollar and each door for XPEL was $360.
Time will tell if it was a good decision or not.
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Old Nov 10, 2023 | 08:19 AM
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I had hoped it was possible to get a rounded triangular piece for the splash area - would have been about $40 a side, but my PPF people only do the kits. I just had them do all four door inside rocker panels for $50 as I think that will save them from scratches.
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Old Nov 10, 2023 | 09:46 AM
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I ordered a set from Amazon. They were fairly inexpensive, easy to install, look fine and have the appearance of the OEM. I will also be installing a set on my wife's new NX450h+, after it arrives at our dealership.
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