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Old 03-08-09, 05:39 PM
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Default AWD GS on Road Magnet Springs... w/pics!

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So far so good, I'm holding all ''conclusive'' driving experience notes until a few more days of riding with these on. Yes, ride quality is down, but overall 'G' is up and no complaints there

...goodbye 4X4 GS!
Old 03-08-09, 05:46 PM
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How much has the ride quality suffered? How big is the drop?
Old 03-08-09, 05:53 PM
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You definitely feel the bumps more, you no longer have that cushy, piloting-an-airplane kind of ride. If you've been spoiled by the factory springs then these aren't for you lol. I do miss the comfort of the stock springs, but I enjoy the overall effect of these much more... not to mention when the wheels go on I need to have the right setup. The drop in the front is 1.7" and 1.2" in the rear.
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is it gonna stay that low or get lower while settling
Old 03-08-09, 09:27 PM
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y not wait for the f sport once from lexus?
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Huge difference!
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Keep us posted on your performance feedback.
Old 03-09-09, 08:05 AM
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looks nice man even makes the stock wheels look good... did the install set off the afs light on the dash?
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Originally Posted by DjVolume
y not wait for the f sport once from lexus?
yeah, I'm curious if they'll (Lexus) ever release AWD lowering springs....
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looks 100x better....any vibrations??

Originally Posted by gs350on22s
is it gonna stay that low or get lower while settling
All springs settle from OEM to Aftermarket.
Old 03-09-09, 08:37 AM
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Originally Posted by retrospexo

...goodbye 4X4 GS!

..... and hello rattles!

damn, the car looks like a jelly bean from the side, esp in black.
Old 03-09-09, 12:36 PM
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looks great. i was soooooooo glad to get rid of that 4x4 look.

Originally Posted by jtrue28
yeah, I'm curious if they'll (Lexus) ever release AWD lowering springs....
i doubt it..
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