92 SC400 front lip removal.....need help...

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Jul 17, 2011 | 01:11 PM

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RemSteele

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SC300 that looks incredible. Just to make sure I understand. that is an OEM factory lip just painted to match the car. Correct?

Skirts. My question exactly?

Jul 17, 2011 | 02:05 PM

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Wow that is super nice! Although what's wrong with the hood? Is the paint fading or it's just moist?

At that time, The paint on the hood was fading, I've long since had had it re-done.

Jul 17, 2011 | 02:08 PM

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Originally Posted by RemSteele

CrazySC300 that looks incredible. Just to make sure I understand. that is an OEM factory lip just painted to match the car. Correct?

Skirts. My question exactly?

Yes, That is the factory oem '92-'94 SC400 lip painted to match...'92-'94 SC400's all got them in black, No matter what the color was on the car, All '91-'96 Toyota Soarers got them painted to match however.

And Yes, I have the oem '97+ side skirts outfitted on the car as well.

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Jul 17, 2011 | 05:58 PM

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Crazy SC300 thanks. Again it looks great. I have to tell myself the only way I'm getting that is if they do some kind of group purchase with hardware. I've already spent too much for OEM mudguards from the "Stealer" $$$$$$$$

Jul 18, 2011 | 04:48 AM

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just keep lookin around for the lip. i just picked one up at a junkyard for dirt cheap. theyre still out there.

Jul 18, 2011 | 08:01 AM

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Dedik8d1

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This junk yard near San Diego was parting out a few old Lexus. Don't know if they have what you need. here is the craigslist ad
http://sandiego.craigslist.org/ssd/pts/2492086785.html
The ad has "photos"

Lexus SC300 / SC400 Parts

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Date: 2011-07-13, 9:26AM PDT
Reply to: see below [Errors when replying to ads?]
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4.0 V8 motors.. V6 transmissions..
etc..

Advance Auto Wrecking
777C Energy Way
Chula Vista CA 91911
(619) 216-6012 M-F 8-5, Sat 8-3.

Installation available.
We will take the part off for you (no need to bring tools).
Over 200 cars in stock for parts.

sc300 sc 300 sc400 sc 400 Lexus

Jul 18, 2011 | 02:46 PM

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*Sigh*

If only we lived closer to each other (No homo LOL!) I'd show you the method of how to remove the lip and the mounting hardware without breaking anything...It's surprisingly very easy, It's just too hard to explain on these forums...It's best to show it in person on how it's done.

If anything, To completely remove the lip and all mounting hardware, It will have to involve removing the headlights to access "The other side" of those brackets on the very bottom of the front bumper.

would it be possible to access all of those from the bottom too? this car doesnt have any of the plastic guard at the bottom anymore. any other tips you can give me? we're going to try and remove it again tomorrow.

Jul 18, 2011 | 02:49 PM

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You can, But it's too awkward and cumbersome...It's better to access it from the top by removing the headlights, especially since those AC lines will get in your way when you're at the bottom of the car trying to reach around.

Jul 18, 2011 | 07:15 PM

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RemSteele

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Well I had a little encouragement today. My local Lexus dealer can still get them, I was quoted for hardware and all $1100. I also have been in contact with ExtremeDimensions. Does anyone have any experience with them?

Thanks,
RJ

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