Nixsun's 06 GS3 thread
05-28-09, 11:44 AM
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Ya I was really reluctant to drop my car as well, but after reading many posts on the NF210's it seems like a really good thing to do. They are only 5% stiffer than stock suspension and I have heard zero complaints about the ride quality with the springs.
The drop I did on my ES was pretty aggressive and I also replaced the struts with some aftermarket brand. I think that is why I had such a bad ride in my ES when it came to any little bump in the road.
I'll keep my fingers crossed and let you know how the NF's work out.
05-28-09, 12:00 PM
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i've had no problems with my low profile tires...i guess it all depends on how good or bad your roads are.
05-28-09, 03:48 PM
#33
Just got back from the wheel shop. They were great! They used a heat gun on the front fenders and it is perfect now and doesn't even look like they touched it.
I was really scared to run skinnys on my wheels. They were telling me horror stories about people with 25s on 4k wheels that were getting bent all the time due to high tire pressures and little to no protection from bumps.
I think when I do the drop, I will however get the rear fenders rolled. It is inexpensive and they also told me that they can roll them so that they align more with the rear wheel. Since I have a 10.5 rear wheel it is poking out a little bit right now and a rolled fender will actually fix that. To top if off its really cheap to do.
I'll keep you guys updated!!
I was really scared to run skinnys on my wheels. They were telling me horror stories about people with 25s on 4k wheels that were getting bent all the time due to high tire pressures and little to no protection from bumps.
I think when I do the drop, I will however get the rear fenders rolled. It is inexpensive and they also told me that they can roll them so that they align more with the rear wheel. Since I have a 10.5 rear wheel it is poking out a little bit right now and a rolled fender will actually fix that. To top if off its really cheap to do.
I'll keep you guys updated!!
1) it's a much much better idea to shave the rear fenders. rolling is not a good idea on lexus at all coz' of the fender design.
2) there is no camber adjustment on the gs at all, so shaving the fender won't really help them to align more. best they can do is to adjust the toe to compensate inside wear
05-28-09, 04:13 PM
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Small update. Got some new parking lights. What a difference!!
Thanks Rominl, I will definitely look into this. Drop first.. where are my springs already!
Thanks Rominl, I will definitely look into this. Drop first.. where are my springs already!
05-28-09, 07:01 PM
#35
Hey Nixsun,
Light's look good
. Thanks for the constant update it's been very helpful to me also as you know I'm in the upgrading stage. The wheels came in today just waiting on the tires, should be in tomorrow. I will also be running 245/35 and will probably have to do the heat gun method to take care of any rubbing. Can't wait to see your car dropped. Have you ordered your Tanabe springs?
I think before I go with the drop I'm going to upgrade the exhaust to the Tanage Medallion exhaust. This will give the car a little growl.
Anyway have a good evening
RG
Light's look good
. Thanks for the constant update it's been very helpful to me also as you know I'm in the upgrading stage. The wheels came in today just waiting on the tires, should be in tomorrow. I will also be running 245/35 and will probably have to do the heat gun method to take care of any rubbing. Can't wait to see your car dropped. Have you ordered your Tanabe springs? I think before I go with the drop I'm going to upgrade the exhaust to the Tanage Medallion exhaust. This will give the car a little growl.
Anyway have a good evening
RG
05-28-09, 08:00 PM
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I just called the wheel shop and they want me to bring the car in to take a look at what is going on. I'm going to swing in tomorrow around lunch time.
They did say that the 245/30 & 285/25 would cost more money for even the same exact brand tire. Any truth to this?
Thanks for the help guys.
They did say that the 245/30 & 285/25 would cost more money for even the same exact brand tire. Any truth to this?
Thanks for the help guys.
05-28-09, 09:34 PM
#37
Hey Nixsun,
Light's look good. Thanks for the constant update it's been very helpful to me also as you know I'm in the upgrading stage. The wheels came in today just waiting on the tires, should be in tomorrow. I will also be running 245/35 and will probably have to do the heat gun method to take care of any rubbing. Can't wait to see your car dropped. Have you ordered your Tanabe springs?
I think before I go with the drop I'm going to upgrade the exhaust to the Tanage Medallion exhaust. This will give the car a little growl.
Anyway have a good evening
RG
Light's look good
. Thanks for the constant update it's been very helpful to me also as you know I'm in the upgrading stage. The wheels came in today just waiting on the tires, should be in tomorrow. I will also be running 245/35 and will probably have to do the heat gun method to take care of any rubbing. Can't wait to see your car dropped. Have you ordered your Tanabe springs? I think before I go with the drop I'm going to upgrade the exhaust to the Tanage Medallion exhaust. This will give the car a little growl.
Anyway have a good evening
RG
05-29-09, 06:16 AM
#38
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Hey Nixsun,
Light's look good. Thanks for the constant update it's been very helpful to me also as you know I'm in the upgrading stage. The wheels came in today just waiting on the tires, should be in tomorrow. I will also be running 245/35 and will probably have to do the heat gun method to take care of any rubbing. Can't wait to see your car dropped. Have you ordered your Tanabe springs?
I think before I go with the drop I'm going to upgrade the exhaust to the Tanage Medallion exhaust. This will give the car a little growl.
Anyway have a good evening
RG
Light's look good
. Thanks for the constant update it's been very helpful to me also as you know I'm in the upgrading stage. The wheels came in today just waiting on the tires, should be in tomorrow. I will also be running 245/35 and will probably have to do the heat gun method to take care of any rubbing. Can't wait to see your car dropped. Have you ordered your Tanabe springs? I think before I go with the drop I'm going to upgrade the exhaust to the Tanage Medallion exhaust. This will give the car a little growl.
Anyway have a good evening
RG
yes, it is a decent amount too, i wanna say it was gunna be close to $300 more for the same set up. i am running 245/35 and 285/30 falken fk452, i rub in the rear on really big dips, but nothing up front yet. or nothing that i have heard at least, ill get out there and check one of these days.
I don't think you will see a rub in the front because you have an 8.5 wheel. Mine is a 9.5 and it was just barely touching so you should be good.
05-31-09, 05:55 PM
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Yellow fog update, check the first thread. Be sure to view my photostream for more photos.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/3874208...7618985888679/
http://www.flickr.com/photos/3874208...7618985888679/
05-31-09, 07:09 PM
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Yellow fog update, check the first thread. Be sure to view my photostream for more photos.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/3874208...7618985888679/
http://www.flickr.com/photos/3874208...7618985888679/
Fog Lights look good
RG
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