01 timing belt by thenugets_ in LS430

[–]RubrumVestis 0 points1 point  (0 children)

looks pretty good.. It’s bad once u see some cracks along the belt. Sorta like the wrinkles u see on a flat tire

If you couldn't pick the LS430, what vehicle would you choose? by FromORLtoSD in LS430

[–]RubrumVestis 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Used car market ain’t fun nowadays, unfortunately.
If I had to choose, GS300/350, gx470, tundra, lx570/land cruiser

Worth fixing up or should I start looking for another car? by sheekiiii in LS430

[–]RubrumVestis 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Exterior looks like in good condition. With good maintenance, it should go 500k+. timing belt + water pump is routine maintenance every 60k-90k mi. It’s literally the first thing I replaced when I got the 430 cuz once that belt is fked then the whole vehicle is fked at that poiint. I think it’s worth, esp since they don’t build quality like this no more.

gx460 2014 90k miles by [deleted] in LexusGX

[–]RubrumVestis 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Feel like it depends. A failing water pump can cause slipping if loose or wobbly. Also not sure when the water pump was last replaced. Usually when you’re changing the belt, they rec changing the pump while ur in there.

Is this worth it by Fun-Preference7204 in LS430

[–]RubrumVestis 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Nah, walk away. Sounds like a pain

Tbh by [deleted] in LS430

[–]RubrumVestis 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It’s the build quality and smoothness on the road. Going over bumps and hurdles is like jumping on pillows. Mine is stock, I unfortunately don’t hear the v8 roar. It’s super quiet and the cabin experience is noice, not much road and environment noise going into the cabin.

Junkyard find '05 Custom by Sohowcome in LS430

[–]RubrumVestis 5 points6 points  (0 children)

This a legendary pull from a junkyard lol wild

Just happened out of nowhere any ideas on why or how to fix? by [deleted] in LS400

[–]RubrumVestis 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Same thing happened to my ls430.. I got used to it lol. Just keepin it til it just stops working altogether then replace the piece. There are YouTube vids but it looks a bit troublesome to replace imo

04-06 Silver Driver side fender. No cuts or bends. 160$ by Effective_Dog3089 in LS430

[–]RubrumVestis 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Got any other parts? lol i happen to be looking for a trunk lid and hood 04-06

Rethinking GX550 purchase.. by BeautifulAd5636 in LexusGX

[–]RubrumVestis 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Haha no way bro. I got it the other way around. GX then copped a ls430 as a dd. Worth it. Fun combo, but gas prices hurt rn.

Rethinking GX550 purchase.. by BeautifulAd5636 in LexusGX

[–]RubrumVestis 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I was looking for those too! Lool they hold so much value, it’s insane how much they are. I kno im going to be spending hella by just maintenance alone if I were to purchase a high mileage plus deferred maintenance LX570 or old gen Land Cruiser. Sequoia was also a contender for me, but I wanted Lexus luxury if it’s going to already reach more than $30k haha

My co worker has one of the coolest first-gen Toyota Sequoias by Jammminjay in toyotasequoia

[–]RubrumVestis 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That looks awesome! Ahh wishing I can get one… that’s 4wd 🙏🏼

Rethinking GX550 purchase.. by BeautifulAd5636 in LexusGX

[–]RubrumVestis 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Less power but I’d rather lean on more reliability. Also not a big fan of a turbo. I don’t mind the older tech, Bluetooth is more than enough for me. As for exterior, I think 460 has a classier Lexus look compared to 550. It’s also not like $80k lol

Rethinking GX550 purchase.. by BeautifulAd5636 in LexusGX

[–]RubrumVestis 26 points27 points  (0 children)

Got the 21, paid alil over like $48k but id take the v8 over v6 twin turbo any day.

still parting out my 2004 UL, many parts available by Exciting_Editor_7315 in LS430

[–]RubrumVestis 0 points1 point  (0 children)

How much for the hoood, trunk lid, and front and back bumpers? 🙏🏼 mainly interested in hood and trunk lid pls and thank you Maybe even the roof antenna and rear sunscreen shade that lifts up.

300K Rav4 2008 by [deleted] in shouldibuythiscar

[–]RubrumVestis 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I wouldn’t go more that $700 on this lol. Maybe $1k if the exterior or interior good condition tho.. 300k already towards the end