pic of what happen to my ride today...
01-09-09, 10:55 AM
#47
The 2 main sponsers here are sewell and carson toyota(google to find their sites). Both are highly recommended and give great service. (there are CL coupon codes avail for both search this site)
However, FWIW, I've found buying from parts.com is slightly cheaper. They use the same catalog system as carson, but the discount is slightly more, especially since sales tax is collected at carson for CA customers. For non-CA customers price might be about the same as carson. For my orders from there, I received OEM parts with toyota labels exactly the same as the other sources.
Where ever you buy from, remember to pick up extra random service items (filters etc) to save on bundled shipping.
However, FWIW, I've found buying from parts.com is slightly cheaper. They use the same catalog system as carson, but the discount is slightly more, especially since sales tax is collected at carson for CA customers. For non-CA customers price might be about the same as carson. For my orders from there, I received OEM parts with toyota labels exactly the same as the other sources.
Where ever you buy from, remember to pick up extra random service items (filters etc) to save on bundled shipping.
Last edited by raytseng; 01-09-09 at 11:06 AM.
01-09-09, 12:08 PM
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Car was lowered, then bagged even. No play yet....but every time i read these post u guys scare the crap out of me. lol. Sorry to the OP, its an easy fixer but ur wheels' inner barrel will need a good sand and buff to get that gouge out.
01-09-09, 01:08 PM
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Don't know if this statement is true but I'm @ 160k and still going strong.
Car was lowered, then bagged even. No play yet....but every time i read these post u guys scare the crap out of me. lol. Sorry to the OP, its an easy fixer but ur wheels' inner barrel will need a good sand and buff to get that gouge out.
Car was lowered, then bagged even. No play yet....but every time i read these post u guys scare the crap out of me. lol. Sorry to the OP, its an easy fixer but ur wheels' inner barrel will need a good sand and buff to get that gouge out.
01-09-09, 02:09 PM
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just got back from the dealer awhile ago and they told me $600 to change out both ball joints and alignment..not bad i guess but what sucks is the rims are cracked and i been calling around to get a new one but they all said sevas are out of business and they cant get them no more or have any in stock so im pretty much fu**...on the other note they said i had no body damages to the car cause the rims took most the impact so that good
01-09-09, 06:04 PM
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+1 sorry to see you go thru that bro..a good thing that you're on a local street..Does that damage the inner of wheel badly?...I hope you can get it fix soon and inexpensive..
01-09-09, 06:27 PM
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LBJ Failure
With any joint that does not have the capability of greasing, you are going to have certain failure. It's nice not to have to maintain and you don't have the greasy mess, but the trade-off is you must maintain by regular replacement. Typically this kind of setup has a rubber type ball in the socket and so it is inevitable that it will wear to the point of separation. Whereas a joint that is metal to metal with a grease film will last much longer when maintained with new grease (think of bearings in engine use thin film of oil on surface, lifters, etc.). So all the joints, ball, tie will need to be scrutinized on this vehicle.
01-09-09, 07:41 PM
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Sorry, about your car and glad you are alright. My car goes in the shop wednesday for the 60k service. So, I will see what they say. Will let everyone know the cost if you are in the Charlotte NC area. I got a quote earlier last year and it was not that bad but I will see.
01-09-09, 08:33 PM
#59
For everyone new to this forum and asking questions, refer to the sticky under the Suspension and Brakes forum for all your FAQ on 2GS ball joints:
Sticky:
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/sus...gs-owners.html
DIY:
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/sus...-pictures.html
Summary:
The parts cost
ball joints 43340-39415-02 $110
outer tie rods 45460-59015-02 $104 (optional)
(sewell+CL911M coupon)
Market labor price:
You should expect to be charged 2hrs of labor
+ an alignment.
Lexus Dealer is of course waay more expensive.
An enterprising local mechanic of course may charge less then 2hours.
You can print out the DIY and give it to your mechanic.
Sticky:
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/sus...gs-owners.html
DIY:
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/sus...-pictures.html
Summary:
The parts cost
ball joints 43340-39415-02 $110
outer tie rods 45460-59015-02 $104 (optional)
(sewell+CL911M coupon)
Market labor price:
You should expect to be charged 2hrs of labor
+ an alignment.
Lexus Dealer is of course waay more expensive.
An enterprising local mechanic of course may charge less then 2hours.
You can print out the DIY and give it to your mechanic.
01-09-09, 11:27 PM
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For everyone new to this forum and asking questions, refer to the sticky under the Suspension and Brakes forum for all your FAQ on 2GS ball joints:
Sticky:
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/sus...gs-owners.html
DIY:
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/sus...-pictures.html
Summary:
The parts cost
ball joints 43340-39415-02 $110
outer tie rods 45460-59015-02 $104 (optional)
(sewell+CL911M coupon)
Market labor price:
You should expect to be charged 2hrs of labor
+ an alignment.
Lexus Dealer is of course waay more expensive.
An enterprising local mechanic of course may charge less then 2hours.
You can print out the DIY and give it to your mechanic.
Sticky:
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/sus...gs-owners.html
DIY:
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/sus...-pictures.html
Summary:
The parts cost
ball joints 43340-39415-02 $110
outer tie rods 45460-59015-02 $104 (optional)
(sewell+CL911M coupon)
Market labor price:
You should expect to be charged 2hrs of labor
+ an alignment.
Lexus Dealer is of course waay more expensive.
An enterprising local mechanic of course may charge less then 2hours.
You can print out the DIY and give it to your mechanic.
Just the info I needed...
I'm not putting mine off any longer... last thing I need is a balljoint to snap while I'm driving 90mph. 