AtomicAWD's IS350 F-Sport+ Build
#46
That's a great looking build, man.
On those RS-R springs, did you have to buy a full kit of each and only install the ones you wanted, or did you find a place to buy separate front/rear? I plan on a slight lowering with no rake, so I'm pretty sure I'll need a variety like you did.
On those RS-R springs, did you have to buy a full kit of each and only install the ones you wanted, or did you find a place to buy separate front/rear? I plan on a slight lowering with no rake, so I'm pretty sure I'll need a variety like you did.
#47
Lead Lap
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That's a great looking build, man.
On those RS-R springs, did you have to buy a full kit of each and only install the ones you wanted, or did you find a place to buy separate front/rear? I plan on a slight lowering with no rake, so I'm pretty sure I'll need a variety like you did.
On those RS-R springs, did you have to buy a full kit of each and only install the ones you wanted, or did you find a place to buy separate front/rear? I plan on a slight lowering with no rake, so I'm pretty sure I'll need a variety like you did.
As mentioned in the thread, just Downs on the front did give it a noticeable rake, but the Halfs in the back evened it out pretty well. Another AWD F Sport who did Halfs in the front only said the difference was barely noticeable.
#48
How did the new resonators affect the drone, especially uphill? I live in a fairly hilly area and I've found the Tsudo catback on mine to be pretty brutal at the 1900-2500 rpm cruising range, and it's very pronounced going uphill.
I just took mine in to have them put the Ultra Quiets (6.5"x4.75") on, but they wouldn't quite fit beside each other, so I'm ordering some 1793's tonight and hoping for the best. The volume doesn't bother me at all, but that drone's gotta go.
I just took mine in to have them put the Ultra Quiets (6.5"x4.75") on, but they wouldn't quite fit beside each other, so I'm ordering some 1793's tonight and hoping for the best. The volume doesn't bother me at all, but that drone's gotta go.
#49
Lead Lap
Thread Starter
How did the new resonators affect the drone, especially uphill? I live in a fairly hilly area and I've found the Tsudo catback on mine to be pretty brutal at the 1900-2500 rpm cruising range, and it's very pronounced going uphill.
I just took mine in to have them put the Ultra Quiets (6.5"x4.75") on, but they wouldn't quite fit beside each other, so I'm ordering some 1793's tonight and hoping for the best. The volume doesn't bother me at all, but that drone's gotta go.
I just took mine in to have them put the Ultra Quiets (6.5"x4.75") on, but they wouldn't quite fit beside each other, so I'm ordering some 1793's tonight and hoping for the best. The volume doesn't bother me at all, but that drone's gotta go.
Speaking of UQs, a guy on here did have them on and had to angle them to get them to fit so it is possible. They would certainly take out more sound than the regular bottle-type, and partially because of that he later swapped them out, ha.
#50
Intermediate
Very very nice ride and thread @AtomicAWD !
Your car looks awesome and definitely shows that you know what you're doing modding it. I seen some people just slap on mods because it's big, trendy and loud without thinking f how it affects the performance of the car. Kudos
As I'm also in the lower mainland you can bet I will look out for your ride
Your car looks awesome and definitely shows that you know what you're doing modding it. I seen some people just slap on mods because it's big, trendy and loud without thinking f how it affects the performance of the car. Kudos
As I'm also in the lower mainland you can bet I will look out for your ride
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AtomicAWD (04-05-20)
#51
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Awesome thread and car @AtomicAWD .
I have a very very similar car, and live in Kits. (2015 Atomic 350 F-sport AWD) I found your profile shortly after I bought my 3IS.
I've had the same BloxSport spacers (your recommendation!) on my stock 18's for a few months now. I've had spacer on several cars before and was impressed with the quality of these.
-Have you experienced any sort of increased road feel/vibration at slower speeds?
Always difficult to explain vibrations, but it's like a rotational vibration in the front wheels at slow speeds & slow turning, only since installing these BloxSport spacers. I've uninstalled and reinstalled the spacers with a bit of sandpaper and anti-seize to make sure a flush fitment, but the problem is still there. Cruising speeds are smooth as expected.
I'm starting to wonder if it's the LCA's showing more signs with the pronounced stance of the car. I'm switching out my winter tires this week, so might solve it too.
Anyways, just thought I'd check to see if you've had any similar issue? (I've searched this forum, but can't find anything similar)
Cheers, keep up the great thread! H
I have a very very similar car, and live in Kits. (2015 Atomic 350 F-sport AWD) I found your profile shortly after I bought my 3IS.
I've had the same BloxSport spacers (your recommendation!) on my stock 18's for a few months now. I've had spacer on several cars before and was impressed with the quality of these.
-Have you experienced any sort of increased road feel/vibration at slower speeds?
Always difficult to explain vibrations, but it's like a rotational vibration in the front wheels at slow speeds & slow turning, only since installing these BloxSport spacers. I've uninstalled and reinstalled the spacers with a bit of sandpaper and anti-seize to make sure a flush fitment, but the problem is still there. Cruising speeds are smooth as expected.
I'm starting to wonder if it's the LCA's showing more signs with the pronounced stance of the car. I'm switching out my winter tires this week, so might solve it too.
Anyways, just thought I'd check to see if you've had any similar issue? (I've searched this forum, but can't find anything similar)
Cheers, keep up the great thread! H
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AtomicAWD (04-07-20)
#52
Lead Lap
Thread Starter
Thanks, guys! I think I did mention in the thread that my mechanic broke one of the BloxSport studs, but they sent me out two replacements. Ironic, in that their specs are actually better than industry standard for hardness.
I noticed nothing different at all with the spacers, as we put them on when I changed out the brakes. Since doing the springs and bushings I haven't noticed any vibrations either, just that sharp road drops or bumps have to be taken with care or there's a significant BANG in the suspension.
Are you on the FB Club Lexus Vancouver group? I tried to get to meetups last year but they kept having them on Sundays; hoping to do so this year.
I noticed nothing different at all with the spacers, as we put them on when I changed out the brakes. Since doing the springs and bushings I haven't noticed any vibrations either, just that sharp road drops or bumps have to be taken with care or there's a significant BANG in the suspension.
Are you on the FB Club Lexus Vancouver group? I tried to get to meetups last year but they kept having them on Sundays; hoping to do so this year.
#53
Intermediate
Thanks, guys! I think I did mention in the thread that my mechanic broke one of the BloxSport studs, but they sent me out two replacements. Ironic, in that their specs are actually better than industry standard for hardness.
I noticed nothing different at all with the spacers, as we put them on when I changed out the brakes. Since doing the springs and bushings I haven't noticed any vibrations either, just that sharp road drops or bumps have to be taken with care or there's a significant BANG in the suspension.
Are you on the FB Club Lexus Vancouver group? I tried to get to meetups last year but they kept having them on Sundays; hoping to do so this year.
I noticed nothing different at all with the spacers, as we put them on when I changed out the brakes. Since doing the springs and bushings I haven't noticed any vibrations either, just that sharp road drops or bumps have to be taken with care or there's a significant BANG in the suspension.
Are you on the FB Club Lexus Vancouver group? I tried to get to meetups last year but they kept having them on Sundays; hoping to do so this year.
But it seems the Admins on that group are too busy to accept new join requests
If meets only happen on Sundays, it'll be hard to get to meets as my Sundays are pretty busy...
#54
Driver School Candidate
Thanks, guys! I think I did mention in the thread that my mechanic broke one of the BloxSport studs, but they sent me out two replacements. Ironic, in that their specs are actually better than industry standard for hardness.
I noticed nothing different at all with the spacers, as we put them on when I changed out the brakes. Since doing the springs and bushings I haven't noticed any vibrations either, just that sharp road drops or bumps have to be taken with care or there's a significant BANG in the suspension.
Are you on the FB Club Lexus Vancouver group? I tried to get to meetups last year but they kept having them on Sundays; hoping to do so this year.
I noticed nothing different at all with the spacers, as we put them on when I changed out the brakes. Since doing the springs and bushings I haven't noticed any vibrations either, just that sharp road drops or bumps have to be taken with care or there's a significant BANG in the suspension.
Are you on the FB Club Lexus Vancouver group? I tried to get to meetups last year but they kept having them on Sundays; hoping to do so this year.
I'm not unfortunately. No Facebook for me... The Toyota 4x4 guys are always bugging me to join too.
If there are every any meets, please feel free to share here, i'd be happy to join once covid is over!
Thanks again
#55
Would you recommend this spacers setup 25mm front, and 20mm on the back?
i have a 16 IS300 AWD FSPORT on RSR Down springs with full nia body kit. I live in NYC with bad roads. I want it to be flushed
i have a 16 IS300 AWD FSPORT on RSR Down springs with full nia body kit. I live in NYC with bad roads. I want it to be flushed
#56
Lead Lap
Thread Starter
Hi, I'm not the best one to ask for recommendations, but on mine I think I could have gone 25s on the front but the 15s on the back are visibly very close to the wheel wells so don't think I'd do 20s there, unless the camber helps them clear.
#57
Oh wow my H&R spacers arrived today.. got the 25 in the front and 20 in the rear
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