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Old 12-03-22 | 02:48 AM
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Thought I'd make a fool of myself potentially on the internet before making a phone call. Bought a 2022 f sport is350 rwd and absolutely love it. Was wondering if it's possible to install the avs after the fact or am I going to have to live with my choice for the time being? I love everything about the car, I just wish it felt 'sharper' in the corners. Thank you guys in advance.
Old 12-03-22 | 07:33 AM
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Unless the wiring is already all in place (which I doubt), it would be a heck of a job making it work like OEM. You'd need a load of parts and that would mostly be cost prohibitive.
Get RSR Coilovers instead, it'll be way cheaper and easier.
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Couple of pages attached that show how extensive a job retrofitting AVS would be.
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Old 12-03-22 | 04:04 PM
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Originally Posted by Answer
Unless the wiring is already all in place (which I doubt), it would be a heck of a job making it work like OEM. You'd need a load of parts and that would mostly be cost prohibitive.
Get RSR Coilovers instead, it'll be way cheaper and easier.
I’m having a hard time finding a car with AVS. Can you explain to me (an idiot) what RSR coilovers do?
Old 12-03-22 | 04:57 PM
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You want it sharper in the corners, no need for AVS, those will give even better results and in the end, will be cheaper.

https://www.rs-r.com/product/lexus-i...rtsi-coilover/
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Originally Posted by Answer
You want it sharper in the corners, no need for AVS, those will give even better results and in the end, will be cheaper.

https://www.rs-r.com/product/lexus-i...rtsi-coilover/
Holy rabbit, you sent me down quite the spin. I've been looking at spacers and coilovers galore. Thank you. Any idea by chance what mm spacer to get the wheels to sit flush with the hub of the car?
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Originally Posted by Answer
You want it sharper in the corners, no need for AVS, those will give even better results and in the end, will be cheaper.

https://www.rs-r.com/product/lexus-i...rtsi-coilover/

Is something like this available for the AWD?
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Holy rabbit, you sent me down quite the spin. I've been looking at spacers and coilovers galore. Thank you. Any idea by chance what mm spacer to get the wheels to sit flush with the hub of the car?
15/20mm if my memory serves me well
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Originally Posted by iamcc88
Is something like this available for the AWD?
30 seconds search
https://www.rs-r.com/product/lexus-i...s-i-coilovers/
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Thank you! I try searching for stuff and can never find it. I’m an idiot. Even now, I’m trying to find threads comparing the coilovers to AVS and see a million threads but none what I’m looking for.
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AVS will simply firm up the suspension in Sport S+ mode, there's no wizardry in there! With coilovers, you can pretty much adjust the suspension the way you want it. It's just not gonna adjust itself when changing driving modes
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Seems like offerings for 2022 Coilovers are limited. Any other options available besides rsr? I'm willing to spend 3k. I've even seen some that are adjustable on the fly which I'd be willing to do. I like the idea of having comfort on, then hitting a button to stiffen things up for spirited driving/occasional track use (2-3times a year).
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I would also note that, in my experience, AVS feels softer in Normal mode than the standard suspension does. But yeah in S+ it definitely has a little less body roll.

If you want a sportier experience, probably not worth it unless you really do want extra comfort.
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Originally Posted by arentz07
I would also note that, in my experience, AVS feels softer in Normal mode than the standard suspension does. But yeah in S+ it definitely has a little less body roll.

If you want a sportier experience, probably not worth it unless you really do want extra comfort.

You mean Sport+ has less body roll than Sport or you mean Sport+ has less body roll than normal? If that makes any sense… lol

I’m assuming AVS Sport+ has the least body roll out of everything?
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Originally Posted by iamcc88
You mean Sport+ has less body roll than Sport or you mean Sport+ has less body roll than normal? If that makes any sense… lol

I’m assuming AVS Sport+ has the least body roll out of everything?
AFAIK only S+ has the firmer suspension setting. Sport and Normal should be the same. But also, keep in mind AVS is always adapting to conditions.



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