Which Kit Do You Like Best?
wow, seems like teeman did a lot of homework, nice job!!!! that's how you learn 
anyway, yes, especially on the sc430, where the rear fenders are so wide compared to the front, you almost have to get staggered setup in order for everything to look right.
oh man i can't wait for the "big" meet now
anyway, yes, especially on the sc430, where the rear fenders are so wide compared to the front, you almost have to get staggered setup in order for everything to look right.
oh man i can't wait for the "big" meet now
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For you "WALD" fans, check this out:
http://www.wheelexperts.com/gallery/...humbnails.html
This is what dreams are made of......
http://www.wheelexperts.com/gallery/...humbnails.html
This is what dreams are made of......
Tom's SC50
Last edited by talwang; Nov 3, 2011 at 02:22 AM.
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Based on what I saw from the internet for the modded SC430's, like jsl757, ROMINL, GSXOTIC, DRSupra and garcia2, for asthetic reasons, the key set-up is staggered 19's or 20's w/ a nice lip size of a cell phone or bigger (when you place the cell phone on the lip). I noticed on all the different models in CL have a couple of things in common. Staggered tires/rims w/ wider back stance and a medium to large rim lip (polished or chrome). Then, you get into the technical design of the rim like 2 or 3 piece, 5 spoke, mesh and so on. The 5-spoke polished w/ a chrome big lip looks solid and mean, similar to that of jsl757 and ROMINL. The multi-spoke polished w/ a chrome big lip looks classy and distinguished similar to that of camillian, GSXOTIC and others. The mesh design on DRSupra (WORK rezax) provides a complicated but yet intriguing flow of the rims, kind of like a puzzle. It looks puzzling, but all the pieces fit together on that kind of rim. It's hard to describe and it's unique. Anyways, you get the big picture.
Of course, the lowering will eventually get rid of that massive factory setting wheel gap and provide a better comfortable ride (depending on the type/manufacture of the springs/coilovers). 8 out of 10 recommend TEIN CS for the complete suspension application. But then, you have Pearlpower and a select few who is like the "First man on the Moon" for our cars that enjoys exploring the outer limits and actually test these aftermarket applications and provide results.
I'm sticking w/ my chrome TRD 18's (all around) and tires at 245/40 18. I did drop it 1". I'm getting spacers to flush the front/back tires out to make it even w/ the side-view.
I didn't want this modding to be too complicated for me in the long run w/ buying a different size tire/rim if I encounter issues like a crack/bent rim, flat tire, etc. I wanted simplicity at it's best w/out sacrificing ride/comfort/handling and overal apperance of the car.
I've waited for everyone else's opinions and results and followed the norm or appropriate standard mods for our cars. I've gained alot of knowledge and respect from those pioneers of SC430 modding and appreciate the "sweat and tear" work that was involved.
I accomplished my modding goals and very happy w/ the results.
WALD kit
Soarer Emblem
Eibach Pro Kit springs (1" drop)
nice chrome TRD rims (18x8 all around)
non-run flat Michelin Pilot Sport AS (245/40 18)
Zaino application (over 100 coats - after claying and adding a coat each time for the past 3 years)
Spacers (15mm and 25mm - front/back)
Clear Bra
possible next mod: metal or billet cabin bracke/acceleration pedals, compact CB radio in the glove, cold air intake
MENTAL NOTE: Dang...This "mod bug" never stops. I just can't stop. Someone pinch me before I spend some more money......AAAAARRRRHHH.....ERRRRRR........
BTW, I come from a loyal Toyota family and this is my first Lexus, luxury sports car ever. Going from a 280ZX which the engine blew and donated to an auto body shop, to a 4-door '98 Toy Avalon for 5 years and to now this?......I've never imagined owning a Lex, yet getting mods done to this type of high-caliber vehicle.
I would like to thank DPRsupra for his inspiration on the Soarer Emblem, RMMGS4 for his assistance w/ my car, ROMINL for his expertise in car mechanics and Pearlpower for his innovative strategies in pushing the SC430 to it's maximum capacity.
Group Hug please.....
Of course, the lowering will eventually get rid of that massive factory setting wheel gap and provide a better comfortable ride (depending on the type/manufacture of the springs/coilovers). 8 out of 10 recommend TEIN CS for the complete suspension application. But then, you have Pearlpower and a select few who is like the "First man on the Moon" for our cars that enjoys exploring the outer limits and actually test these aftermarket applications and provide results.
I'm sticking w/ my chrome TRD 18's (all around) and tires at 245/40 18. I did drop it 1". I'm getting spacers to flush the front/back tires out to make it even w/ the side-view.
I didn't want this modding to be too complicated for me in the long run w/ buying a different size tire/rim if I encounter issues like a crack/bent rim, flat tire, etc. I wanted simplicity at it's best w/out sacrificing ride/comfort/handling and overal apperance of the car.
I've waited for everyone else's opinions and results and followed the norm or appropriate standard mods for our cars. I've gained alot of knowledge and respect from those pioneers of SC430 modding and appreciate the "sweat and tear" work that was involved.
I accomplished my modding goals and very happy w/ the results.
WALD kit
Soarer Emblem
Eibach Pro Kit springs (1" drop)
nice chrome TRD rims (18x8 all around)
non-run flat Michelin Pilot Sport AS (245/40 18)
Zaino application (over 100 coats - after claying and adding a coat each time for the past 3 years)
Spacers (15mm and 25mm - front/back)
Clear Bra
possible next mod: metal or billet cabin bracke/acceleration pedals, compact CB radio in the glove, cold air intake
MENTAL NOTE: Dang...This "mod bug" never stops. I just can't stop. Someone pinch me before I spend some more money......AAAAARRRRHHH.....ERRRRRR........
BTW, I come from a loyal Toyota family and this is my first Lexus, luxury sports car ever. Going from a 280ZX which the engine blew and donated to an auto body shop, to a 4-door '98 Toy Avalon for 5 years and to now this?......I've never imagined owning a Lex, yet getting mods done to this type of high-caliber vehicle.
I would like to thank DPRsupra for his inspiration on the Soarer Emblem, RMMGS4 for his assistance w/ my car, ROMINL for his expertise in car mechanics and Pearlpower for his innovative strategies in pushing the SC430 to it's maximum capacity.
Group Hug please.....
hey thanks for the shot out, now i just gotta keep from banging my front lip before the meet happens
I was going to do that, but my car is silver. so...
My idea was to do some action blur both on the wheels and background by photoshop and make it look like both car are racing each other.
And here comes Junction Produce Sports kit.
I think this JP kit is the best for those who worry about scraping since it still gives you pretty good ground clearance.
Last edited by talwang; Dec 6, 2006 at 06:46 PM.
