Snapshots of my virgin white IS-F + family
10-08-09, 11:20 PM
#92
For those who have used spacers, what size did you use? I'm trying to AVOID having to replace the studs with longer ones and that means I can only use the >15mm integral units.
Thanks JoeZ for the pictures of the Ventross piece. Trying to imagine how it would look on my car without the black trunk. I may use Vinyl to simulate it first to see if I like it.
stvincent: Thanks it's fun to have multiple cars except when the insurance bills show up in your mailbox!
Good news is I finally found a lip style I like so going to do something custom for my front end. Hopefully it will turn out well, stay tuned!
rick
Thanks JoeZ for the pictures of the Ventross piece. Trying to imagine how it would look on my car without the black trunk. I may use Vinyl to simulate it first to see if I like it.
stvincent: Thanks it's fun to have multiple cars except when the insurance bills show up in your mailbox!
Good news is I finally found a lip style I like so going to do something custom for my front end. Hopefully it will turn out well, stay tuned!
rick
10-17-09, 01:00 AM
#93
Update 10/16/09:
I've had these 4 projects for my IS-F on the burner so wanted to give some updates as some are curious:
a) IS-F mesh grill: Postponed since the end result did not turn out right
b) Custom square exhaust tips: Still working with metal shop on mold
c) Custom rear diffuser: Testing phase done and building wood template version similiar to VIP Lexus (aka F430 style)
d) Custom front lip/splitter design: JUST COMPLETED TODAY built out of ABS
Finally one project is done...pictures will come once I get a chance to wash the car! hehehe
Standing back to admire (d) the end result turned out just the way I wanted as it's inexpensive to replace, durable being made of ABS and both simple and looks stunning! Glad something finally turned out right.
rick
I've had these 4 projects for my IS-F on the burner so wanted to give some updates as some are curious:
a) IS-F mesh grill: Postponed since the end result did not turn out right
b) Custom square exhaust tips: Still working with metal shop on mold
c) Custom rear diffuser: Testing phase done and building wood template version similiar to VIP Lexus (aka F430 style)
d) Custom front lip/splitter design: JUST COMPLETED TODAY built out of ABS
Finally one project is done...pictures will come once I get a chance to wash the car! heheheStanding back to admire (d) the end result turned out just the way I wanted as it's inexpensive to replace, durable being made of ABS and both simple and looks stunning! Glad something finally turned out right.
rick
10-19-09, 12:37 PM
#95
Over the weekend I completed one project (c) front lip splitters and did a mock test of the rear diffuser in black (d). I’m still on the fence about cutting the rear bumper for a proper F430 style diffuser so going to build a test setup out of wood first for fitment purposes as it’s getting pretty obvious I need to cut the bumper to get the VIP style look.
Enjoy
Rick
Front Lip splitters are ABS plastic:
Rear diffuser section in black:
Enjoy
Rick
Front Lip splitters are ABS plastic:
Rear diffuser section in black:
10-23-09, 09:55 PM
#99
Updated: 10/24/09
Can we say "CARBON FIBER" hehehe - think I went a bit crazy as I only intended to do the roof but as they say, modding is never done
I love this new CF material, so easy to work with I even managed to wrap my Blackberry, wait till you guys see the results........
Patience
Can we say "CARBON FIBER" hehehe - think I went a bit crazy as I only intended to do the roof but as they say, modding is never done
I love this new CF material, so easy to work with I even managed to wrap my Blackberry, wait till you guys see the results........
Patience
10-26-09, 05:49 PM
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Rick, very nice man! The mirrors look sweeeet! and the diffuser just keeps lookin better and better. Really looks like a high quality job from the pics. And all this for a small fraction of the cost compared to the other guys! Should I start booking appointments? 
Are the splitters wrapped yet? Will stop by to take a peek soon.
Are the splitters wrapped yet? Will stop by to take a peek soon.
10-29-09, 02:59 PM
#102
Splitters are done, just awaiting some more parts from UPS before putting them back on the car
The roof before looks plain, now it's really got a nice race look to it, amazing in person and even more amazing in sunlight! So smooothhhh
The roof before looks plain, now it's really got a nice race look to it, amazing in person and even more amazing in sunlight! So smooothhhh
11-02-09, 02:18 PM
#104
Originally I was going to keep this car stock looking but with all these new mods, the car is just begging for a new set of rims.
I've been looking for deep concave rims but so far nothing that has the look or quality we are after. This is the last step in getting this car more show worthy. I love the stock rims but just not aggressive enough.
Planning to keep with the 19" size as rolling stock and comfort is important.
The CF flippers and CF fog lights really bring the front together nicely and ties in with the roof and diffuser. It's not over the top but just tasteful and subtle which is how a Lexus should be done.
Look for a full shoot once the car is ready and I'll post pictures here as always.....
I've been looking for deep concave rims but so far nothing that has the look or quality we are after. This is the last step in getting this car more show worthy. I love the stock rims but just not aggressive enough.
Planning to keep with the 19" size as rolling stock and comfort is important.
The CF flippers and CF fog lights really bring the front together nicely and ties in with the roof and diffuser. It's not over the top but just tasteful and subtle which is how a Lexus should be done.
Look for a full shoot once the car is ready and I'll post pictures here as always.....
11-30-09, 10:54 PM
#105
12/1/09: OMG the diffuser is finished! I'm frankly amazed it looks so OEM and makes the rear of the car so much more aggressive but CLEAN. Drove it over to my buddies place and parked it next to his white e92 m3 with the Vorsteiner diffuser to compare.
The rear valence brings down the rear end about 3/4" and visually makes the rear a$$ a bit more "squated" - also does a good job hiding part of the shiny JoeZ pipes now (not sure if that is a good thing)
Too dark to take pics but I will snap some soon for all to see......
Now it's onto my exhaust tip and LED projects next
rick
The rear valence brings down the rear end about 3/4" and visually makes the rear a$$ a bit more "squated" - also does a good job hiding part of the shiny JoeZ pipes now (not sure if that is a good thing)
Too dark to take pics but I will snap some soon for all to see......
Now it's onto my exhaust tip and LED projects next
rick