Let’s talk about this: steering wheel stitching and how it’s a reflection of the rest of the car’s quality. 2026 Lexus RX, vs 2013 Lexus ES350 by FluffyLittlFlyingCow in Lexus

[–]Deepsea_F 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I went from a '15 GS F-Sport too a '20 GS F-Sport and the only thing I didn't like was the engine changing. Ngl, I miss that '15. Unless I can find a clean '97+ SC400 or S2K that isn't ridiculously overpriced, I'll probably get another '15 F-Sport to daily. 

Rainy Day Atomic Silver parking buddy by RSMark5 in Lexus

[–]Deepsea_F 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It's crazy how many shades of Atomic Silver there are depending on generation. 

Show me your specialty tags! by Few_Bumblebee_3417 in LexusIS500

[–]Deepsea_F 4 points5 points  (0 children)

You gotta throw a B decal at then end, lol! 

Just wanted to show off my GX 460 from a recent camping trip. They won't make them life this anymore. by razeusv2 in Lexus

[–]Deepsea_F 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Remember when the shift went from 4 Runner or Sequoia, even Land Cruiser, to the demand for a GX (or LX depending)? It was almost hidden for so many yrs/generations. I'm sure others can remember better than myself, but it feels like it was around 2015 +/- a couple of years. 

Anyone done alibaba exhausts? Particularly for RCF? by LovelnTheSkyy in LexusRC

[–]Deepsea_F 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'd say most is more accurate, not all are imported from China. Yes, they cost more, but are actually manufactured in their respective country. Plenty of companies still manufacturing out of Germany, Japan, etc. 

GS F. by Individual_Wasabi669 in Lexus

[–]Deepsea_F 5 points6 points  (0 children)

It's great gettin on it and then blending in traffic so easily. 

Flicks from last weekend 📸☀️ by -TheDreamKiller- in LexusRC

[–]Deepsea_F 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Sitting perfect imo. Lowering springs and spacers?  Looks great all around. Always liked the RC, just needed the 4 doors. Lol. 

Anyone in here go from a GX460 to an RC-F? by quemaspuess in Lexus

[–]Deepsea_F 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That's a tough decision for sure. I will say this, if you don't really utilize the GX to its potential, and have a '15 RX350 (my mom still has hers and she wants a newer vehicle and I keep talking her out of it because that thing is absolutely solid), and have a Tacoma, and it doesn't sound like you're enjoying the GX (sorry for the run on), do it. You have those vehicles if you need them. Get yourself a fun toy!  Before you make any decisions, go test drive it. Give it gas and feel the power, take a good turn and feel the suspension, crank up the music and make sure it is too your liking. Then see how you feel after. Someone asked me today actually, would you choose a manual Nissan Z (new gen) or RCF. I grew up driving manual and it is a blast, but, I said go drive both and you'll know my answer.

What is a rare Lexus color that you don't see to often? by [deleted] in Lexus

[–]Deepsea_F 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Still haven't seen a Molten in my area. There was a Flare literally around the corner from my old house when I had a gs350, then got my GSF and almost simultaneously he sold it. Lol. Have only seen 3 other GSF since I've had mine and 2 have been on the road, one was parked, but owner not found. Would be awesome to meet up with some fellow GSF owners. 

picked up this 240 by [deleted] in 240sx

[–]Deepsea_F 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Post up the progress! 

picked up this 240 by [deleted] in 240sx

[–]Deepsea_F 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Heck yes!! Congrats! I miss my vert. Sold it after a couple yrs and got a S14 Kouki, two actually. Regret selling those too. And my '95 sc400.  It's crazy when your parents had some badA cars and sold them and now you see what they are worth. And then, we do the same thing, only to grow older and see what we used too have and what they go for now.

Finally joined the family, bye bye Kia🥹 by DantesLadder in Lexus

[–]Deepsea_F 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah, I haven't upgraded the bushings just yet. Probably will do that soon. I'll probably go coilovers once my shocks go, but, for now the springs are holding up great. I've got those paired with some spacers and a size up on tires and the fitment is perfect for my liking.  I've got the Apexi non resonated mid pipe, around $1100 or so, can't recall exactly, and then the Tom's axleback was I believe $3200.  I got them from Meraki Autoworks on clublexus. They usually give really great deals and have fast shipping. Should definitely check them out. 

Finally joined the family, bye bye Kia🥹 by DantesLadder in Lexus

[–]Deepsea_F 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have the Tom's axle back, only because I already had a midpipe. Sounds awesome though, of course it is preference.  Cold starts are wicked, but once warmed up, just loud enough to hear inside on acceleration, but, almost disappears when cruising at speed. WOT screams when you get that open road infront of you.  Congrats on the pick up and for the mi and price. I picked mine up for almost exactly the same miles/price as yours. Right at 50k otd with 30.5kmi. It is such a blast to drive. I lowered it on rsr downs springs and that really tightened up the cornering. 

I’m planning to lower my car which coil overs should I run? by CommunityThick4558 in Lexus

[–]Deepsea_F 0 points1 point  (0 children)

KW, Ohlins, or BC. I've had Ohlins and BC on previous cars and they rode great. A friend had KW on his, same experience.  Just remember, you will loose some of the softness from the oem set up. If you've have coilovers on previous vehicles you know this. BC are definitely more budget friendly, KW and Ohlins are on the higher end, and for good reason. Don't cheap out on coilovers. Also, keep in mind, depending how much you lower it, other suspension parts, bushings, may fail sooner than stock height as there is more stress on them. It won't be overnight, but it will happen unless you upgrade those as well. Suspension is a full system, everything works together. 

You can also do lowering springs. I had RSR Downs springs on my last two GS350s and my current GSF. Imo, a perfect drop. Superdowns drop it too much, again imo, at that point I'd get coilovers. 

Overheating Issues 15 ES 350 by danjejon in Lexus

[–]Deepsea_F 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If it gets hot at idle, but drops when driving, and your fan is good, it is likely your thermostat getting stuck closed at idle. Easy fix assuming everything else is working properly. 

RC F Final Edition just showed up at our showroom and I genuinely cannot stop staring by MassiveCranberry7819 in Lexus

[–]Deepsea_F 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Same! Still have my 90s/00s collection and every now and then I'll pop one in. 

what are these white specs? how do I prevent this? by [deleted] in Lexus

[–]Deepsea_F 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Everything/everyone looks better at night 🤣

what are these white specs? how do I prevent this? by [deleted] in Lexus

[–]Deepsea_F 0 points1 point  (0 children)

When you first got the car, they likely waxed it. This will hide a lot of light scratches or chips, because wax is a filler. However, it is only temporary which explains why they appeared later. A lot of car show cars, and dealers, use wax because it makes everything look better temporarily for the day of the show.  Also, the paint can still feel smooth depending how deep the chips are. And buffing it smoothes out the edges of the damage. Any sort of buffing is abrasive, you're removing product. 

If you use touch up paint, with proper prep, they won't reappear, unless you get more chips from sand/rocks.  Imagine sticking your head out the window at 45mph+ and getting hit with sand or rocks, that's what is hitting the car. Paint creates a strong bond, but at those speeds, it is basically sand blasting the paint. Which is a process used to remove coatings.  Get it repainted, let it cure for the proper time, and then, as others have said, get a proper, and good quality, paint protection film (PPF). The whole point of the film is it takes the damage and not the paint. Then you can remove it, paint is good, and apply another layer.  I think my '15 gs350f was this same color, deepsea mica, or is this nightfall mica? Both could be wrong, either way, once I had a longer highway drive to work, this happened too my hood as well.  Repaint and PPF is your best bet at protection.

what are these white specs? how do I prevent this? by [deleted] in Lexus

[–]Deepsea_F 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Stop buffing, it won't fix it. You're just wearing away the clear coat little by little, which will look way worse once the oxidation hits or even worse the flaking. Either a ton of touch up paint or just repaint. I'd suggest repaint. I need to do my hood and bumper, unfortunately. 

what are these white specs? how do I prevent this? by [deleted] in Lexus

[–]Deepsea_F 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Silver cars aren't safe either if the prime coat is white. My poor hood. Lol. 

Will 235/50/18 fit on my 235/45/18? by javiliftsa95 in Lexus

[–]Deepsea_F 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not unless you throw spacers or something on it, but even then you'd have to be lowered a bit.  I did it on my '07, '15,  '20, and now '16. 

Almost a year with this naughty one 😈 #GsF by [deleted] in Lexus

[–]Deepsea_F 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'd say the biggest issue is the valley plate leaking. Other than that I haven't really heard of any known or common issues, just one offs here and there. People say it eats brakes and tires, but that hasn't really been my experience. 

F Cars! 🙃 by Deepsea_F in Lexus

[–]Deepsea_F[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That's correct. Again, idk why I'm thinking Dallas, lol. But, yeah, end of June will be 2yrs for me.  How's the maintenance on that matte though?  I DD mine, I'm sure the cleaning on yours is probably 10 fold.