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Got my Tanabe Medallion system. Its BIG TIME

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Old 02-20-08 | 09:08 PM
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Originally Posted by I8ABMR
cost for install at the lexus dealership was 228 bucks. Its not even a cat back system. Its an axle back system. Easy to install.
Which dealer installed it? I'm assuming this dealer is mod friendly.
Old 02-20-08 | 09:11 PM
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Originally Posted by rwdds
Do notice any improvement in the acceleration response? BTW, I also vamped my previous ride - a G35 coupe - with an aftermarket exhaust. It was freakin' loud! Impressive performance gain on that mod alone. I loved it, neighbors did not....
I had a worked G sedan and I agree the exhaust systems can be a little to hardcore when you are retarded after a very very long day. Lots of fun when pushing the car but tedious after a little while. I really notice absolutely zero gains in response. Its the sound that makes the car fell faster. I really love the deep sound. Very quiet while cruising. You will only hear the exhaust if you push the gas pedal.
Old 02-20-08 | 09:14 PM
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Originally Posted by mEx_lEx
Which dealer installed it? I'm assuming this dealer is mod friendly.
I did my springs at arrowhead lexus and the exhaust and ipod adapter at Bell Lexus. Mods dont void warranty unless they are the direct cause of failure. Its a myth that mods will void warranty. They had to clear the spring install with the shop manager. But other than that no probs. My last car was nicely tuned and all mods were done at the dealership. No problems. I bought the exhaust through superstion springs lexus
Old 02-20-08 | 09:16 PM
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That's cool man thanks.
Old 02-20-08 | 09:20 PM
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Originally Posted by memasterac
You finally pulled the trigger! I am glad that you like it and most importantly, the wife likes it. (I sold my HKS because of wife's disliking) I assume it does not drone between 1.3K-3.5K rpm? Update us again after the Tanabe breaks in.
It does drone between those rpm under acceleration. You will hear it only when you push the pedal. I have noticed that today it sounds a little louder than yesterday. Is that normal ?. I made sure to have them save my stock exhaust at the dealer. Next time I go in they are going to give me a RX loaner. My service guy doug is awesome. Just in case I want to back to silent mode. The labor is cheap so the flexibility is always there. I think you will be happy with it. It makes noise when your car drops a gear. I noticed if I take the power setting off the car doesnt drop a gear a readily therefore you hear it even less while driving
Old 02-20-08 | 09:23 PM
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Originally Posted by TomLee
can someone define drone to me please?
It sounds like a very deep tone or moan. The car sounds like somethhing special now. It sounds like the car doent belong to a retiree.
Old 02-20-08 | 10:23 PM
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um.... where the heck are all pics???!!!

request:
rear shot
side shot
bottom shot
corner angle...

all of it
Old 05-16-08 | 04:59 PM
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no one ever addressed the most important question... performance gains???
Old 05-17-08 | 12:00 AM
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NOT cat back for the 3GS! wow, too bad, but that explains why its cheaper than the catback system for the 2GS.
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Originally Posted by NAZTY97
no one ever addressed the most important question... performance gains???
Personaly for me this is not the most important question. I know that performance gains are almost none.

For me the beauty look and the wonderful low frequency sound were important.

I don't want to make new threads, so I'll post new pics here.



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Love your car! You need to lower it and wheels!
COME ON.. YOU CAN DO IT!
Old 05-03-11 | 08:04 AM
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Originally Posted by designo
Love your car! You need to lower it and wheels!
COME ON.. YOU CAN DO IT!
Thanx Bro!
But I already did my best
R18 is the best choice for our bad roads.
R18 is the best choice between comfort ride and the look.

Maybe I will lower it after sometime with F-Sport springs.
The gap in the front is SUV style
Old 05-03-11 | 12:04 PM
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Don't you love how the exhaust tips just fill up the rear so much nicer than the puny stock ones RennatUSSR?
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