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    GS400 Turbo or Supercharge?

    So Here it is- I want to boost my car. It is a 99 GS400 with VVTi &E-shift. I have am immediate budget of about $1800 and a complete budget of about 4-5k$ I will like to have extra power as soon as possible. I am willing to try supercharging fro now due to $ and then later move to...
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    GS400 Lowering Advice

    Any suggestions? I want to lower my car, and begin to build my suspension. I don't know if I should invest firstly in Springs, strut bars (F&R), traction rods and a good & solid suspension bushings replacement, or should I buy a nice set of coilovers and strut bars...(not both due to $) For...
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    Attention lexus gs 2nd gen owners

    Hey guys, Trini here. I have returned with the answers to some questions I have had over the last few months, concerning suspension and steering problems that has been plaguing my sweet and dear 99 GS400. If you search the suspension forums, you should be able to find my thread concerning...
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    SC400 suspension issues

    PS... Forget about looking good. If you plan on altering the suspension on one axle, do it on the rest. Safety 1st!! Looks will come with a PROPERLY lowered vehicle. Happy Tuning Y odathespian :-)
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    SC400 suspension issues

    Hey yodathespian87, I think you should check this link, it will give you plenty of options for the SC. Personally, I like Tein and Eibach. Also, keep in mind it is important what your plans are for the vehicle.... Daily driver, weekend warrior etc..... Spring rates play an extremely...
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    LS400, SC400 power steering pump swappable?

    I would also suggest looking arou nd for some pics, or Pm'ing some folks on here for some pics, and do a matchup. That should solve your problem! Good Luck
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    LS400, SC400 power steering pump swappable?

    RE:Just got my first V8 out of a SC400 and it didn't come with a power steering pump, If you found a pump, is it possible to do a side by side comparison, or... is it possible for you to find out the dimensions of said PS pump(including any hoses and related hardware, bolts,clamps etc....) and...
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    MAJOR Suspension Help!!

    Guys I'm Back. I need some insight. I will outlay the symptoms below. FYI - 1999 GS400 (Silver Black Interior) 183,000k Running Purty:-) No Modifications 1. Extremely Severe tire wear. On the Inside.I went through A "new" set of front tires in less than two and a half weeks. With...
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    Just Purchased 99 Gs400!

    Thanks So Much Thermactor!! I will keep everyone posted!! p.s -- myheadlights seem to be way outta alignment, seem to be aimed to high.... i read on a post somewhere this needs to be done at the dealership, and I read elswhere it can be done with a "very long phillips screwdriver" any...
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    Bushings??? HELP!

    Thanks Steve! I will be going through these procedures in the upcoming week!! I will keep "US" posted
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    Bushings??? HELP!

    Thanks Sooo Much for all the insight and guidance!! :-) I'm not sure now if its the ball joints or the CArmBushings... Can anyone give me the slightest clue? Symptoms-Steering is horrible! Especially in rain, low speed or high,it just feels like it wants to pull in its own direction. Braking...
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    Just Purchased 99 Gs400!

    Ball Joints! thanks so much guys for all your insight and advice. I decided to purchase the FL and FR ball joints for installation this week. Does anyone have any pics, steps etc... or anything that might prove helpful to me in this install? THANKYOU!!!:):)
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    Bushings??? HELP!

    I have a problem guys.... Based on my research throughout the forum I think my Gs400 (182K on the clock)might have a bushing issue. Symptoms-- Unstable steering at high speeds(over 50) Steering feels like it is wandering when turning lanes at high speed When making a U turn, I sometimes hear...
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    Just Purchased 99 Gs400!

    Bushings.. :confused: I have a problem guys.... Based on my research throughout the forum I think my Gs400 might have a bushing issue. Symptoms-- Unstable steering at high speeds(over 50) Steering feels like it is wandering when turning lanes at high speed When making a U turn, I...
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    Should I supercharge my 1uz 4runner if I am going to sell?

    IMHO. I would say no. For 3 main reasons... 1. Your selling,why spend more $ than necessary? 2. Depending on who's buying, you might not want to add on aftermarket parts, especially those involving any "heavy" work.{might scare some folks,i.e most seniors or those unfamiliar with said component}...
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    Just Purchased 99 Gs400!

    Hey Everyone! My name is Kevin. I'm a noob to the forum. I just acquired a 99 Gs400 over the weekend!! Truly a beast under the hood! :D And soooo much sexier than 3rd gen lol I have spent some time reading and researching before I officially joined,and I look very much forward to being a...


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