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  1. Its me, riding the Blues road again. I have another LS400 details to follow. Heres a nice picture of Ellie. 1999 red LS400 73k
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  2. Welcome back Mike 😁 Looks like a nice LS400. RIP John, now driving Heavens Highway,....in a Lexus no doubt.
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  3. Most people's first instinct is to regard the battery charge level in the same way as the fuel tank level - Full is good, Empty is worrying. But this is not the way to look at it. On these hybrid cars, the hybrid battery is not primarily to drive the car along. Instead, it's a receptacle to store regenerated electricity. If the battery is full, there's no room for any more regenerated electricity so the power has to be discarded as heat instead. Trying to keep the battery full would be like going shopping with a full shopping bag so that you have no room to carry your groceries. After the electricity has been stored, it can then be used to help drive the car along and make use of power that would otherwise have been lost as heat from the brakes. The computer aims to keep the battery about half full. This leaves plenty of room for more electricity to be stored, while at the same time having a decent reserve available to power a sudden burst of acceleration. As others have said, the gauge doesn't represent reality. On other models and probably the NX too, one bar represents around 40% full. The engine will start if it reaches this level to prevent it going any lower. Eight bars is around 80%. Keeping the battery in this range helps to extend its life.
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  4. In this video they start with the spaceframe (but in another Ferrari/Toyota build they show construction of the spaceframe without jigs and crudely formed and finished parts are made.) This video with a lot of adverts, majors on the body and associated parts plus fitting the engine and mechanicals in what looks like a back yard! Although speeded up it's still a long video so I scrolled through a bit. Something rather fascinating and somewhat like a more basic version of those programmes on specialist American Custom Shops. Anyway, for anyone interested makes a change from the few Lexus problems we see here.
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  5. Just arrived back from a trip to the Nurburgring for N24 and just a general driving holiday, obviously had a play on a deserted evening autobahn to stretch the cars legs and managed to hit a speedo indicated 190mph!! I am wondering what speeds other people have hit?
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  6. The RZ is significantly more powerful also.
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  7. If you already have problems with starting up the hybrid, that's way overdue replacement, whatever the age. That's minimal power compared to cranking the engine. Be mindful that these are not full-sized 12V car batteries, but smaller ones because, again, all it needs to do is power up the hybrid system, and it's the NiMH traction battery that cranks the engine. Toyota/Lexus chose these to save space and weight. However, this means that the 12V holds less charge (45Ah vs. typical 60-70Ah) and may wear out faster (VRLA does not like deep discharge, for example, when sitting long), especially if your mileage is irregular/low. Also, your 10 years in the Skoda, isn't that rather exceptional? VRLA technology tends to last 10 years only in ideal conditions, which means always fully charged, never too warm. A car rarely provides ideal conditions. If your warranty is disputed ('computer says no'' situation), your best chance is always a letter to the dealer head office, appealing to an expectation of higher standards. Good luck!
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  8. Yes but I can’t buy a Toyota lol neighbours will think I’m skint 😆
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  9. Yes, front discs and pads straight forward, the bolts holding the caliper cradle can be very tight so a breaker bar and socket might be needed or a thick walled tube to give you leverage. Normally it's the rear calipers that might need the piston winding back in if the handbrake activation uses the rear pads to grip the disc. On some Lexus models Lexus also like to use a set of old fashioned brake shoes which are hidden behind and therefore inside the rear disc. Think of the disc's central hub as a mini brake drum. Maybe the IS just uses the existing pad set up to activate the handbrake and may need the piston winding back in but not the fronts which can normally be forced back using a lever. Make sure the brake fluid reservoir cap is loosened/ lifted off to allow for the level to rise as the brake pad pistons retract. The vent hole in the reservoir cap can act like a water pistol and the fluid forced out under pressure if not loosened which can damage paint work if it touches unprotected surfaces.
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  10. If you know where it is, not long. But it could be in the boot cutting the fuel pump, under the dash cutting the brake light switch, under the bonnet cutting the starter or an ECU, or even in the centre console cutting the gear selector. I know where mine is - it’s a black box next to about a dozen other black boxes - if you don’t know where to look or exactly what to look for it’d take ages to get round it, unlike canbus software which once it’s jailbroken is utterly useless
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  11. Not sure if there is wiring in place, but I do have the sunshade if you need 😄 Sadly, no longer have the covers around it. Again I would say - in early cars there may have been extra wiring, but the times 2010 rolled and F-Sport was released as separate trim I really doubt they left anything extra. e.g. in my 2006 car I have all the wiring for radar cruise even thought it was not fitted. Also there is different distinction - if the model could have it as an option e.g. SE-L could have radar cruise as an option, then SE-L comes with wiring for it regardless if it is fitted or not. However, if model does not even have that as an option e.g. F-Sport could not be purchased with sunshade, then it is unlikely to have wiring.
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  12. Remove the cawl cover an check. That windscreen has what appears to be heaters for wiper blades, does not mean it has actual heating element - I can send you the picture of how wiring for that looks like (actually I have spare wiring as well). If you want to retrofit it properly, then I am not even joking - it is engine out job as the harness in which the wire runs is behind the engine and all the brake lines (just happened to change it recently and I wanted to burn the damn car), but if you just get the plug for the element and then run your own fuse to the button (I also have a button and the fuse), then I think it should be relatively easy (as long as actual windscreen has heating element - should be 3 wires coming out of windscreen) Can it already be in the harness... could, be, but I doubt it for 2010 car. Mostly what I have seen the early cars had "extra wiring", as the time gone by they optimised a lot and I think by 2010 they must have had separate wiring for specifically F-Sport without windscreen heaters. That would be my guess.
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  13. This was my LS460 I sold in 2018, I now have a LS500h Premier equally outstanding. I can understand your wish to find the right one for you. There are still a few about that will meet your criteria I'm sure.
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  14. Some insurers see it as a modification and it increases the costs of repair should a panel need repainting. There have been reports of insurance being refused.
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  15. Lexus paint has self healing properties in the clear coat. Swirls and minor scratches will self repair. Stone chips another story, I had a significant chip within 6 weeks on my RC 🥴 If applying PPF don't forget to declare it to you insurer...
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  16. I personally like it because I dont really need to reach far (if the screen was placed up on the dash) Reason why I placed mine there was because tbh my car is on one temp setting for the majority of the time I'm driving as well as I can adjust it via the touchpad - not that big of a deal. I like being able to have my maps and music in a more convenient form factor. I have the USBC wire in between the panel as I have an additional USB plug hardwired underneath the center column. When I drive a different vehicle its easy to swap over. I contemplated the "seamless carplay screen" that runs around $800 but imo not worth it because the touchpad doesnt work the same, lag, hiccups with other oem car features (climate, settings, etc) versus this for $100.
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  17. I’ve heard that in some cases, parking in a garage is more expensive because a lot get damaged putting it in.
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  18. Clown emoji because I decided I don’t want to spend £25k on a 10-15 year old Lexus…
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  19. Unfortunately, Aaron, it’s not quite that straightforward. As I recall the video, the TPMS valve is a sealed unit and there’s no direct access to the battery. The unit has to be broken open to reveal the battery - which is wired in and encased in a thick, white gel to insulate it from road shock. It was not long after that I decided it was easier just to buy a new one! I bought my Lexus from them as a two-year old (that’s the car!) complete with a three-year service contract - which I have maintained. In my personal experience they have been exemplary in the quality of service provided. Occasionally I have used the Collect & Deliver facility, which has worked very well. The last two services were accompanied by a video tour of the car highlighting and commenting on the areas checked - which I found very reassuring. They also like to stay in contact to see if I’m interested in a new Lexus. Unfortunately, they sold me the best Lexus the first time!
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  20. He did mention he checked the rears but I'll go round them again and make sure they are all equal
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  21. Hi Mike, yes I got worried, I was thinking that you've been real quiet on this forum, I hope your okay, and the car looks great
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  22. Hey she looks a great one ….. detail and piccys will be great too when you can Are you getting out and about in her ok …….. we’re a tad worried for you Mike Best wishes Malc
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  24. Welcome and enjoy the platform! So I'm not sure about the auto lights on with Techstream, never heard of anyone that's done it, but not to say impossible. Wing mirrors on can be done but you need a relay and a custom setup. I know of a few people that have them installed. Not sure about the door handle. I'm assuming yours is loose? The stereo is a bit of a pain with the ISF. There are options out the such as GROM Vline, which can give you an updated stereo system with more options, but it's not the most stable of software. I've had it and sold it, others had better luck with it and kept it. Spare parts there are a few places such as Lexus Parts Direct, but most people use RockAuto from the States. Competitive and fast delivery. Just keep asking questions on here and we'll try to assist. Happy motoring and enjoy the car. Pictures welcome 😊 Rich
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  25. As already suggested, the easiest way of keeping the mirrors out/unfolded is to basically unlock the car, open one of the doors and then the car will remain unlocked. Whatever you do though, don't leave the key in the car. After a few minutes, the car will start doing those 'long peeps' at you! Especially if you go near the door handles! I tend to leave the key on the nearest window sill. I'm staying with the car anyway, so it's not a problem. On a slightly different subject whilst still remaining on 'car washing', I've had to develop a knack when it comes to drying. Once I've dried the bootlid, I'll then open it whilst drying the rest of the car. It tends to hold quite a bit of water in the channels and will leave those annoying 'drips' running down the rear bumper and rear quarters! By the time you've dried the rest of the car forwards of the rear quarter, it's mostly 'drained' itself...!
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  26. There was no service history except for that the one done at lexus Burnaston, id love to figure out who it was, but they stripped the car, even the owners manual. Thanks. I will attempt it, but i spoke with someone else on here who said he wasnt very helpful in their case, in fact he didnt respond. Anything is worth a try. Full HPI check has been done, no write offs. Im beginning to realise roughly what happened. The service done at Lexus Burnaston also included replacement of an alloy wheel and the tyre repair kit, and a tire. Im assuming they had a blowout leading to the damage and cracking the alloy.
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  27. Correct. This is specific NX information showing how the state of charge changes as the vehicle is driven - it lacks scale detail but is essentially the same as all the Toyota/Lexus hybrids with a NiMH traction/hybrid battery.
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  28. I fitted KYB parts to my LS430 and cannot fault them.
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  29. It’s an absolute farce motor insurance in the uk. I moved house last year and duly informed my insurer. They told me that there would be an additional premium payment on my new post code….+15% on the original amount. Frustrating….but to be fair I wasn’t surprised as we are within an area popular with JLR workers and pensioners. Doesn’t seem to be a week goes by without another story of someones Land Rover being nicked. So when renewal came around a few weeks ago….. I already had gritted teeth and a head full of friends and family ( especially the young) getting eye watering renewal quotes. When mine came back from my current insurer at + 20% on last year I felt I should be biting there hand off!! But being the old miser I am I thought for the sake of a few minutes I’ll give it a wiz through the comparison site. Lo and behold….. with an additional £100 on excess and a small windscreen excess…. ( but still with no claims protection) I managed to better my renewal quote by nearly( -30%!!!) Ive checked and checked the policy as I felt I must be missing some howler that will have me weeping if I had a claim….. but I couldn’t see it. Gladly I’m on the right side of the current debacle….. but totally confused 🤷‍♂️ (.com) on how. P.S. As I’m married into a farming family who have used NFU for over a generation for everything….. I can confirm that they are generally very efficient and compassionate with claims…… but by god you pay for it.
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  30. Better audio from CDs - no compression!
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  31. I feel like i''m the only one who still carries around a load of CD's with me lol. When the young salesman was first showing me the car, he laughed about the fact it still had a CD player fitted as though it was an old 8-track tape cassette (remember them!) - he seemed somewhat surprised when I told him that's how I listen to my music.
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  32. Hassle your dealers and Lexus themselves. Regularly. April has come and gone. The only cars with any solution so far are the RX and even then you have to know there’s a problem, know there’s a solution available and know to ask your dealer - there’s no evidence anyone is actively promoting this to owners. I’d also argue riveting bits of tinplate over stuff in the wheelarch in the vain hope it’ll stop an entire global network/industry in its tracks isn’t exactly going to be a permanent solution once thieves find another access point to the canbus system eg tailgate, tail lights, under the car etc.
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  33. Not sure I’d trust a real no name Chinese special - I had some real junk off Amazon for my old Landcruiser - something nongenuine but branded eg KYB, Bilstein, Sachs should be ok as they supply OEM anyway.
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  34. Nice! One week into my new NX ownership and like you Steve I’m delighted with the car.
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  35. Just seeing Mike Bluesman hasn’t been back here since May 2023 …….. a years a long time and thanks for trying to see what’s happening Steve Best wishes Malc 🙏
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  36. I have Techstream. I'll check if the option is on there for the ISF.
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  38. yo man. I just literaally repaired this leak for 45$ like 3weeks ago maybe. What do you need : x x2 - in Poland (where I am from) it costs 60PLN = 15 USD 1m of aluminium pipe - 1 USD in Castorama x1 around 50PLN = 12 USD then these things : 50PLN = 12 USD = 60x2 + 50 + 1 + 50 = 221 PLN = 45 USD it took me maybe 3 hours but I restored few screws holding some covers just in case. It's easy as hell o course if your faulty one is the smaller one(aluminium, not with rubber) . Simply you cut off the original pipe before and behind the tank. There is completely enough space to do it. cut it off, fit new pipe, use leaklock, use metal connection and voila. In Poland nobody wants to repair it for me (I wanted to someone replace whole pipes for me) and after 15 calls only one guy said OK but it will cost 10k PLN = 2,5k USD. WTF. And I got annoyed and did it myself. for 45$. If youwould need any questions, fell free to ask.
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  39. Sadly, John passed away last year 😢
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