IS350 Build from Western Australia
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Trackday at Collie Motorplex - 2.5hours drive from Perth Western Australia
Its a private track sessions with my mates - M3 / M5 / DC5S / DC5R / FD2R / FK8 / EVO 4 / EVO 9 / Toyota Mark X etc.
Awesome track, smooth surface but really harsh on the brakes - EBC Yellow 800deg pads with braided lines and Motul high temp brake fluid couldn't cope - Looking to upgrade to a proper 6pot BBK
OS Giken lsd performed great, great combination with the AD08R, ability to power out mid through the corner
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Its a private track sessions with my mates - M3 / M5 / DC5S / DC5R / FD2R / FK8 / EVO 4 / EVO 9 / Toyota Mark X etc.
Awesome track, smooth surface but really harsh on the brakes - EBC Yellow 800deg pads with braided lines and Motul high temp brake fluid couldn't cope - Looking to upgrade to a proper 6pot BBK
OS Giken lsd performed great, great combination with the AD08R, ability to power out mid through the corner
![IS350 Build from Western Australia-nkrcrw4.jpg](https://www.clublexus.com/forums/attachments/build-threads/486269d1683149566t-is350-build-from-western-australia-nkrcrw4.jpg)
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Thank you for the kind words!
Yes brake change might be an option - any recommendations on daily/track dual purpose brake pads?
Endless MX72+ or CCRG seems to be the common pick here among my mates.
Yes brake change might be an option - any recommendations on daily/track dual purpose brake pads?
Endless MX72+ or CCRG seems to be the common pick here among my mates.
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[QUOTE=v1no;11152523]Hi everyone, just an introduction on myself and the IS350. Prior to the 350, my previous Lexus are GS300 / LS460 / ISF .
This is a 2012 IS350 X with 48k kms from Lexus of Perth dealer. Follow me on IG @limpehis350
Day 1 when i picked it up from the dealer August 2020:
![IS350 Build from Western Australia-zyttzkr.jpg](https://www.clublexus.com/forums/attachments/build-threads/486203d1683149515t-is350-build-from-western-australia-zyttzkr.jpg)
Lowered the car 2 weeks later with Tein Street Advance Z coilovers, disappointed in how soft n floaty the car feels:
![IS350 Build from Western Australia-dy6bf7x.jpg](https://www.clublexus.com/forums/attachments/build-threads/486204d1683149515t-is350-build-from-western-australia-dy6bf7x.jpg)
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Focusing on the handling, I had replaced the Tein Street Advance Z with HKS Hipermax 4 GT – Night and day difference!
Also added:
Hardrace front sway bar
Cusco rear sway bar
Hardrace LCA Bushings
Hardrace front camber arm
RR racing front strut bar
Megan Racing front H bar
Megan Racing rear subframe bar
![IS350 Build from Western Australia-bf6riql.jpg](https://www.clublexus.com/forums/attachments/build-threads/486205d1683149515t-is350-build-from-western-australia-bf6riql.jpg)
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![IS350 Build from Western Australia-je2u4d1.jpg](https://www.clublexus.com/forums/attachments/build-threads/486206d1683149515t-is350-build-from-western-australia-je2u4d1.jpg)
For the brakes department - EBC Yellow pads front and rear . DBA T2 rotors , Stoptech braided brake lines :
Hi mate. Great thread. I’m looking at entering the IS350 game. Not much info here in NZ. Was wondering. I have the chance at buying an IS350 version S 2010 model. I’m trying to get my head around the versions. What’s the differance between an S version and an F Sport. The dealer says the S version has uprated brakes and suspension but I’m not sure. Cheers buddy.
This is a 2012 IS350 X with 48k kms from Lexus of Perth dealer. Follow me on IG @limpehis350
Day 1 when i picked it up from the dealer August 2020:
![IS350 Build from Western Australia-zyttzkr.jpg](https://www.clublexus.com/forums/attachments/build-threads/486203d1683149515t-is350-build-from-western-australia-zyttzkr.jpg)
Lowered the car 2 weeks later with Tein Street Advance Z coilovers, disappointed in how soft n floaty the car feels:
![IS350 Build from Western Australia-dy6bf7x.jpg](https://www.clublexus.com/forums/attachments/build-threads/486204d1683149515t-is350-build-from-western-australia-dy6bf7x.jpg)
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Focusing on the handling, I had replaced the Tein Street Advance Z with HKS Hipermax 4 GT – Night and day difference!
Also added:
Hardrace front sway bar
Cusco rear sway bar
Hardrace LCA Bushings
Hardrace front camber arm
RR racing front strut bar
Megan Racing front H bar
Megan Racing rear subframe bar
![IS350 Build from Western Australia-bf6riql.jpg](https://www.clublexus.com/forums/attachments/build-threads/486205d1683149515t-is350-build-from-western-australia-bf6riql.jpg)
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![IS350 Build from Western Australia-je2u4d1.jpg](https://www.clublexus.com/forums/attachments/build-threads/486206d1683149515t-is350-build-from-western-australia-je2u4d1.jpg)
For the brakes department - EBC Yellow pads front and rear . DBA T2 rotors , Stoptech braided brake lines :
Hi mate. Great thread. I’m looking at entering the IS350 game. Not much info here in NZ. Was wondering. I have the chance at buying an IS350 version S 2010 model. I’m trying to get my head around the versions. What’s the differance between an S version and an F Sport. The dealer says the S version has uprated brakes and suspension but I’m not sure. Cheers buddy.
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[QUOTE=Aspikemill;11196630]
I've had a 2008 IS350 for almost 2 years now. I have also never heard of an "S" model. I assume that is the base, in which the "F-Sport" is the superior. They come with upgraded suspension as the main upgrades compared to the base. It sounds like whoever is trying to sell you this was trying to get it out. Eitherway, the "IS" models and absolutely incredible, and reliable daily drivers. Mine has almost 200,000 miles and still runs like new with basic upkeep. Good luck to you!
Hi everyone, just an introduction on myself and the IS350. Prior to the 350, my previous Lexus are GS300 / LS460 / ISF .
This is a 2012 IS350 X with 48k kms from Lexus of Perth dealer. Follow me on IG @limpehis350
Day 1 when i picked it up from the dealer August 2020:
![](https://i.imgur.com/zyttzkr.jpg)
Lowered the car 2 weeks later with Tein Street Advance Z coilovers, disappointed in how soft n floaty the car feels:
![](https://i.imgur.com/dY6bf7X.jpg)
/
Focusing on the handling, I had replaced the Tein Street Advance Z with HKS Hipermax 4 GT – Night and day difference!
Also added:
Hardrace front sway bar
Cusco rear sway bar
Hardrace LCA Bushings
Hardrace front camber arm
RR racing front strut bar
Megan Racing front H bar
Megan Racing rear subframe bar
![](https://i.imgur.com/Bf6RIQl.jpg)
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![](https://i.imgur.com/Je2u4D1.jpg)
For the brakes department - EBC Yellow pads front and rear . DBA T2 rotors , Stoptech braided brake lines :
Hi mate. Great thread. I’m looking at entering the IS350 game. Not much info here in NZ. Was wondering. I have the chance at buying an IS350 version S 2010 model. I’m trying to get my head around the versions. What’s the differance between an S version and an F Sport. The dealer says the S version has uprated brakes and suspension but I’m not sure. Cheers buddy.
This is a 2012 IS350 X with 48k kms from Lexus of Perth dealer. Follow me on IG @limpehis350
Day 1 when i picked it up from the dealer August 2020:
![](https://i.imgur.com/zyttzkr.jpg)
Lowered the car 2 weeks later with Tein Street Advance Z coilovers, disappointed in how soft n floaty the car feels:
![](https://i.imgur.com/dY6bf7X.jpg)
/
Focusing on the handling, I had replaced the Tein Street Advance Z with HKS Hipermax 4 GT – Night and day difference!
Also added:
Hardrace front sway bar
Cusco rear sway bar
Hardrace LCA Bushings
Hardrace front camber arm
RR racing front strut bar
Megan Racing front H bar
Megan Racing rear subframe bar
![](https://i.imgur.com/Bf6RIQl.jpg)
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![](https://i.imgur.com/Je2u4D1.jpg)
For the brakes department - EBC Yellow pads front and rear . DBA T2 rotors , Stoptech braided brake lines :
Hi mate. Great thread. I’m looking at entering the IS350 game. Not much info here in NZ. Was wondering. I have the chance at buying an IS350 version S 2010 model. I’m trying to get my head around the versions. What’s the differance between an S version and an F Sport. The dealer says the S version has uprated brakes and suspension but I’m not sure. Cheers buddy.
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[QUOTE=Aspikemill;11196630]
Hi there, S version should be just the regular version - We did not have that in Australia. Fsport will have "sportier" shocks and springs, fsport lip, fsport wheels and more supportive fsport seats.
Hi everyone, just an introduction on myself and the IS350. Prior to the 350, my previous Lexus are GS300 / LS460 / ISF .
This is a 2012 IS350 X with 48k kms from Lexus of Perth dealer. Follow me on IG @limpehis350
Day 1 when i picked it up from the dealer August 2020:
![](https://i.imgur.com/zyttzkr.jpg)
Lowered the car 2 weeks later with Tein Street Advance Z coilovers, disappointed in how soft n floaty the car feels:
![](https://i.imgur.com/dY6bf7X.jpg)
/
Focusing on the handling, I had replaced the Tein Street Advance Z with HKS Hipermax 4 GT – Night and day difference!
Also added:
Hardrace front sway bar
Cusco rear sway bar
Hardrace LCA Bushings
Hardrace front camber arm
RR racing front strut bar
Megan Racing front H bar
Megan Racing rear subframe bar
![](https://i.imgur.com/Bf6RIQl.jpg)
t>
![](https://i.imgur.com/Je2u4D1.jpg)
For the brakes department - EBC Yellow pads front and rear . DBA T2 rotors , Stoptech braided brake lines :
Hi mate. Great thread. I’m looking at entering the IS350 game. Not much info here in NZ. Was wondering. I have the chance at buying an IS350 version S 2010 model. I’m trying to get my head around the versions. What’s the differance between an S version and an F Sport. The dealer says the S version has uprated brakes and suspension but I’m not sure. Cheers buddy.
This is a 2012 IS350 X with 48k kms from Lexus of Perth dealer. Follow me on IG @limpehis350
Day 1 when i picked it up from the dealer August 2020:
![](https://i.imgur.com/zyttzkr.jpg)
Lowered the car 2 weeks later with Tein Street Advance Z coilovers, disappointed in how soft n floaty the car feels:
![](https://i.imgur.com/dY6bf7X.jpg)
/
Focusing on the handling, I had replaced the Tein Street Advance Z with HKS Hipermax 4 GT – Night and day difference!
Also added:
Hardrace front sway bar
Cusco rear sway bar
Hardrace LCA Bushings
Hardrace front camber arm
RR racing front strut bar
Megan Racing front H bar
Megan Racing rear subframe bar
![](https://i.imgur.com/Bf6RIQl.jpg)
t>
![](https://i.imgur.com/Je2u4D1.jpg)
For the brakes department - EBC Yellow pads front and rear . DBA T2 rotors , Stoptech braided brake lines :
Hi mate. Great thread. I’m looking at entering the IS350 game. Not much info here in NZ. Was wondering. I have the chance at buying an IS350 version S 2010 model. I’m trying to get my head around the versions. What’s the differance between an S version and an F Sport. The dealer says the S version has uprated brakes and suspension but I’m not sure. Cheers buddy.
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Another track day at Driver Risk management course with the boys.
Might have to dial back the front negative camber by about a degree, currently on 2.8-3deg.
New set of track wheels n tyre setup - Rays Gramlights 57CR 18x9.5 with Hankook RS4 front 265/35r18 rear 275/35r18
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Might have to dial back the front negative camber by about a degree, currently on 2.8-3deg.
New set of track wheels n tyre setup - Rays Gramlights 57CR 18x9.5 with Hankook RS4 front 265/35r18 rear 275/35r18
![IS350 Build from Western Australia-hly3vq8.jpg](https://www.clublexus.com/forums/attachments/build-threads/485544d1683149078t-is350-build-from-western-australia-hly3vq8.jpg)
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Another preparation for a track day this Friday.
Changed up previous brakes setup to Dixcel FS rotors with Dixcel Z brake pads:
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Tyres setup to 265/35r18 fronts and 275/35r18 rear Hankook RS4
Changed up previous brakes setup to Dixcel FS rotors with Dixcel Z brake pads:
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Tyres setup to 265/35r18 fronts and 275/35r18 rear Hankook RS4
Thanks.
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