What did you do to your SC today?
09-07-13, 06:31 PM
#3691
^^I'm glad to hear you noticed a big improvement, my car goes in Monday to have the transmission mount and steering rack bushings replaced.
I installed 6 new Denso coil packs this afternoon. The screws holding the old packs in were a nightmare to get out without stripping. Ended up having to drill one of 12 out. I noticed intermittent breakup when turning the boost up before - its smooth right up to 15 psi now
I installed 6 new Denso coil packs this afternoon. The screws holding the old packs in were a nightmare to get out without stripping. Ended up having to drill one of 12 out. I noticed intermittent breakup when turning the boost up before - its smooth right up to 15 psi now
09-07-13, 10:09 PM
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I replaced my transmission mount but didn't notice anything because my motor mounts are gone, motor mounts and transmission mounts will for sure make a HUGE difference. I didn't notice much when i replaced my steering rack bushings though, idk it may just be me, my PS pump is shot so it might be that, lol
09-10-13, 07:37 PM
#3694
Got my car back form the shop with OEM Supra engine mounts, new transmission mount, new fuel filter, new radiator, and GP Sports Megatech cooling fan. One engine mount was pretty worn and the other was ripped in half. Acceleration, shifting, turn-in, and response are all so much better after the new ones were installed. 
09-11-13, 09:22 AM
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^^^ W58? I bet that V8 feels alive now
I fixed a problem with the clutch pedal that has been bugging me for awhile. The return spring (metal spring on plastic perch) was squeaking and the feeling with the clutch all the way down was mushy and decidedly non-Lexus like.
The original grease on the spring was beyond dry, I rotated it some in the perch and worked in a graphite lubricant. The clutch stop (at least on my car) was a plastic tab similar to what holds in trunk lining. It was ever so loose and was causing that squirming/creaky feeling with the clutch fully disengaged. Popped that out and rigged up a rubber clutch stop with a bolt/washer/rubber tubing. Feels infinitely more solid, I can see how they actually sell these to BMW guys.
I fixed a problem with the clutch pedal that has been bugging me for awhile. The return spring (metal spring on plastic perch) was squeaking and the feeling with the clutch all the way down was mushy and decidedly non-Lexus like.
The original grease on the spring was beyond dry, I rotated it some in the perch and worked in a graphite lubricant. The clutch stop (at least on my car) was a plastic tab similar to what holds in trunk lining. It was ever so loose and was causing that squirming/creaky feeling with the clutch fully disengaged. Popped that out and rigged up a rubber clutch stop with a bolt/washer/rubber tubing. Feels infinitely more solid, I can see how they actually sell these to BMW guys.
no build thread.
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09-14-13, 07:06 PM
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The case of the missing "Cabin Air Filter". Checked to see what condition my cabin air filter was in. Does it need cleaning? Does it need to be replaced? I don't know. The car doesn't have one. Should I get one? If Lexus doesn't believe the car should have one then why should I disagree? This could fall into the category of: If it's not broken, don't fix it.
09-15-13, 07:52 PM
#3701
^^^ W58? I bet that V8 feels alive now
I fixed a problem with the clutch pedal that has been bugging me for awhile. The return spring (metal spring on plastic perch) was squeaking and the feeling with the clutch all the way down was mushy and decidedly non-Lexus like.
The original grease on the spring was beyond dry, I rotated it some in the perch and worked in a graphite lubricant. The clutch stop (at least on my car) was a plastic tab similar to what holds in trunk lining. It was ever so loose and was causing that squirming/creaky feeling with the clutch fully disengaged. Popped that out and rigged up a rubber clutch stop with a bolt/washer/rubber tubing. Feels infinitely more solid, I can see how they actually sell these to BMW guys.
I fixed a problem with the clutch pedal that has been bugging me for awhile. The return spring (metal spring on plastic perch) was squeaking and the feeling with the clutch all the way down was mushy and decidedly non-Lexus like.
The original grease on the spring was beyond dry, I rotated it some in the perch and worked in a graphite lubricant. The clutch stop (at least on my car) was a plastic tab similar to what holds in trunk lining. It was ever so loose and was causing that squirming/creaky feeling with the clutch fully disengaged. Popped that out and rigged up a rubber clutch stop with a bolt/washer/rubber tubing. Feels infinitely more solid, I can see how they actually sell these to BMW guys.
no I'd have a boring build.
installed DM power steering line. Eh thought it could be better but lets see if it works good.
tired to install the pressure plate but didn't fit. I need to order another. Was excited to install the tranny but now I'm sad.
09-15-13, 10:25 PM
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set out to do a simple oil change. got bored while draining the oil and ended up doing extended studs up front (for a future wheel setup). Then realized that Ray's extended lugs don't work with extended studs and no spacers, so I had to take the volk racing formula lugs from the tC. The car still has no new oil in it. I'm now certain I have ADD
09-16-13, 07:31 PM
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Had a 4 wheel alignment. $209.80. More than I expected. I learned something today. Having the ride height lowered with a coilover suspension limits the adjustment for the front alignment. I have about a 1/2 degree more negative camber than the factory spec. I can live with that. Helps the car handle better in the corners.
09-16-13, 07:43 PM
#3705
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Had a 4 wheel alignment. $209.80. More than I expected. I learned something today. Having the ride height lowered with a coilover suspension limits the adjustment for the front alignment. I have about a 1/2 degree more negative camber than the factory spec. I can live with that. Helps the car handle better in the corners.