The-Acre
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Nice to read about a positive outcome! Well done. And as Graham says, it adds to our knowledge.👍 -
When I took my old one off I connected it to a 12v battery, what a racket, it sounded like a jackhammer! Good luck with it, and keep us updated.
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I once replaced the compressor on an LS and so I took the old one apart, very basic actually and the little piston appeared to made of plastic, or maybe it just felt like it. One of the things that can make the compressor noisy is the three rubber mountings becoming worn, but they are replaceable. I paid £75 for a used compressor but it was only slightly less noisy. Personally I think air is way overrated.
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No, I'd be stuck in that until someone with a crane came along!
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I like the MX5 but when I went for a ride in a friend's I had trouble getting back being so low!
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I agree. It'll be nice to see yours in the flesh sometime, I'll let you know if I'm heading to Essex sometime.
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They look really good. I agree with Phil, most non leather car seats can be a bit naff so why don't we have nice options like the Japanese! I've just chauffered a couple of people in mine and they were raving about the comfort of the seats. I'm so glad my Celsior didn't come with leather!
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Yes please, keep us updated as the info may be invaluable. Also it's the first time I can remember reading this regarding a GS so assuming the fluid mix is the problem then it may help as a warning to other GS430 owners to take action.
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I think the Lexus eBay shop may still have them. Worth contacting them anyway.
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I wouldn't want to be the one to say yes in case the damage isn't too bad, but from what you say about the two fluids already being mixed it may be beyond that now anyway. Another couple of members had the same issue and spent money on having the transmission checked and flushed, but as far as I recall one was saved and the other wasn't.
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I fitted a cooler to a previous LS but came to the conclusion a new radiator is easier, plus its another part that should be good for some years.
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I don't want to sound like the harbinger of doom but it seems that most who have had this problem have found the transmission is beyond redemption. I hope I'm wrong! The transmission is cooled by the fluid being pumped through an integrated cooler in the bottom of the radiator, the seals fail due to corrosion/O ring failure which in turn sucks coolant into the transmission.
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When will you be getting behind the wheel?
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As you have the same engine as the LS430 I can't help thinking you have the dreaded transmission fluid/coolant mix which can wreck the transmission.
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Have you considered fitting a rear camera? I fitted one to a previous LS, and apart from being easy to do it was very impressive, and all for about £20.
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Very nice, a MK3 which some say is the best looking LS400. Has it had the essentials done? Unlikely you'll ever find a more bomb proof or more reliable car.
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Welcome to the LOC Steve, a great choice of car. Photos please!
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Is it as big as an E class estate? What's under the leather covers?
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We had a Camry as a rental car in Canada about 15 years ago, it was every bit as smooth and comfortable as an LS, just superb.
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Now that I really like! I'm becoming such a fan of these Japanese imports, and just look at the underside, definitely not been parked up in Margate all its life!
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Sadly no, did you do the job yourself?
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Superb! How you getting on with tinted windows, any problems with the law? My Celsior has very dark factory tinted rears which I wasn't sure about at first but now I really like them. How much for the paint work detail?
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Very nice, welcome to the LOC.
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Celsior from Finland
The-Acre replied to Micco's topic in LS 400 / Lexus LS 430 / Lexus LS 460 / Lexus 600h / Lexus 500h Club
Will you be keeping the rain/wind deflectors on? I took mine off as I thought they were horrible things. -
toyota century
The-Acre replied to abdallian's topic in LS 400 / Lexus LS 430 / Lexus LS 460 / Lexus 600h / Lexus 500h Club
My only experience of a Century was last year when I went to London with another forum member to look at a Celsior (which he bought) and the owner had a beautiful Century. It was mint, and large and way over the top with gadgets which was marvelous. The V12 engine was a tad scary though! I believe his was a 90's model. My concern would be the vast amount of electronics, and of course the fuel consumption!
