UK - IS200 - Is this noise normal
10-26-01, 12:47 PM
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UK - IS200 - Is this noise normal
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first post - been lurking for a while - but have finally gotten round to registering.
Got my IS 200 - I'm in the UK - a few weeks ago.
SE , 17 in rims, the new sat nav system - very happy with it - came from a <ahem> Renault before - leap in class is not the phrase.
I have a question though - when I start the car, and pull away - there is a slight clunk type noise from the rear of the car.
It only happens the once - can then drive for hours, stop / start - and no noise.
But if I turn the engine off - on again and pull away - theres the noise.
Its not a horrible 'oh dear! what was that' type noise - but it is noticeable - seems strange on a car that is so quiet normally as well (until you go over 4000 revs
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Does anybody have any idea what this is? Does it happen on your car?
Like I said - no too concerned - don't think its anything broken - if anything I reckon it is some piece of gadgetry starting up - but would really like to know WHAT it is.
Thanks guys - lovebeing in THIS club!
first post - been lurking for a while - but have finally gotten round to registering.
Got my IS 200 - I'm in the UK - a few weeks ago.
SE , 17 in rims, the new sat nav system - very happy with it - came from a <ahem> Renault before - leap in class is not the phrase.
I have a question though - when I start the car, and pull away - there is a slight clunk type noise from the rear of the car.
It only happens the once - can then drive for hours, stop / start - and no noise.
But if I turn the engine off - on again and pull away - theres the noise.
Its not a horrible 'oh dear! what was that' type noise - but it is noticeable - seems strange on a car that is so quiet normally as well (until you go over 4000 revs
)Does anybody have any idea what this is? Does it happen on your car?
Like I said - no too concerned - don't think its anything broken - if anything I reckon it is some piece of gadgetry starting up - but would really like to know WHAT it is.
Thanks guys - lovebeing in THIS club!
10-26-01, 12:55 PM
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HUGE hello
hello m8,my names mat, welcome,
firstly would you like to register at UK lexus club Lexussportuk
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well the clunk is nothing to worry about its just the handbrake shoes reseating,normally they only make this noise if left to cool on the drum face,then released cold.........if you see where im coming from,if you have any more probs PM me...................mat
firstly would you like to register at UK lexus club Lexussportuk
and if you want, my photos
supercharged IS200
well the clunk is nothing to worry about its just the handbrake shoes reseating,normally they only make this noise if left to cool on the drum face,then released cold.........if you see where im coming from,if you have any more probs PM me...................mat
10-26-01, 01:01 PM
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Matt
thanks mate - absolutely excellent!
knew it wasn't a problem - but still wanted to know!
luverrly motor mate - but seems awful low to the floor.
do you not have problems with potholes and speed bumps?
We had problems get our kid's CRX down my parents street - and tha wasn't anywhere near as low as yours.
thanks mate - absolutely excellent!
knew it wasn't a problem - but still wanted to know!
luverrly motor mate - but seems awful low to the floor.
do you not have problems with potholes and speed bumps?
We had problems get our kid's CRX down my parents street - and tha wasn't anywhere near as low as yours.
10-26-01, 01:02 PM
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noticed that this semed to be a predominatly US site - but seemed awful friendly too - so figured I'd jump on in!
If you are ever in The Netherlands, tell me, maybe we could meet up. Would be cool!!
10-26-01, 01:04 PM
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Originally posted by Richie
If you are ever in The Netherlands, tell me, maybe we could meet up. Would be cool!!
If you are ever in The Netherlands, tell me, maybe we could meet up. Would be cool!!
Can't rule that out - I may be signing up a client in Holland (I run an IT consultancy) - still just swapping emails at the moment.
would have no problem finding you either - the new sat nav is DVD based - so works in Europe too - a friend just back from Garda in Italy - and we plotted a course to his hotel with it!
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10-26-01, 01:08 PM
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Can't rule that out - I may be signing up a client in Holland (I run an IT consultancy) - still just swapping emails at the moment.
would have no problem finding you either - the new sat nav is DVD based - so works in Europe too - a friend just back from Garda in Italy - and we plotted a course to his hotel with it!
10-26-01, 01:17 PM
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well we might as well make a big meet then as i work in Germany Mat,so id just have to cruise down to holland ........ only take me 3 to 4 hours from where i am,normally in the UK i live in either Milton Keynes or Manchester(not tellin you where or youll nick me wheels..........LOL),Have you looked at the club yet,not really much at the mo but i will be eventually turnin it into a proper web site (somthing like this one but for UK LEXUS)When i know how to cos i want to build a site for my company Weasle-Racing.com,(wink,wink)
this is my 3rd is200,but i buy them Tax Free so i just trade them in and make cash on them back in the uk,however this one im keeping untill ive saved up for my Skyline........................mmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm
this is my 3rd is200,but i buy them Tax Free so i just trade them in and make cash on them back in the uk,however this one im keeping untill ive saved up for my Skyline........................mmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm
10-26-01, 01:24 PM
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BlownIS200, that's cool. The first European Clublexus meet.
Mat, where do you work in Germany?? Are you comming to Essen this year for the Motor Show?? I'm going on the 5th of december.
You're saving for a skyline?? Good taste!!
Wich one are you going for? R32. 33, 34??
Mat, where do you work in Germany?? Are you comming to Essen this year for the Motor Show?? I'm going on the 5th of december.
You're saving for a skyline?? Good taste!!
Wich one are you going for? R32. 33, 34??
10-26-01, 02:11 PM
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Yeah, we're meeting up!! So, the 5th is alright with you?
Mat, if you read this, would you be interested on joining us on our trip to Essen??
Mat, if you read this, would you be interested on joining us on our trip to Essen??
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10-26-01, 02:25 PM
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what are the dates for Essen,cos wednesday,mid-week may be difficult for me to get away,and saturday 8th the otherhalf goes back to work(not that i see a problem with that........lol)