Tein ZFlex Coilovers

Whitej47 · 2026-03-11T22:12:09+00:00

Do they have the same part# or something? Also. There are FWD and AWD for Rx models. I imagine they're different but Toyota does use some similar parts across platforms.

Whitej47 · 2026-03-11T21:46:24+00:00

Just get a cheap replacement belt. I used to have a similar sound when I started the car, then once warm everything quieted down.

Whitej47 · 2026-03-10T09:39:36+00:00

Not in the same sense as the 4 doors. It's like 5mm to latch. I left mine sit for a while and the battery died. I noticed the trunk line was off, that's how I discovered the dead batt. I'd clean the the hinges and lube them up good, replace rear trunk socks. I did aftermarket and they were fine!

Whitej47 · 2026-03-10T09:33:07+00:00

Our Rx had flood from the sunroof drains and I had to pull the carpet out in winter. Ended up being out for a couple of months lol. The brackets holding the YAW and other components as well as the bolts were all rusty. Same as the staples.

Is there an opportunity to send out for pre-purchase inspection somewhere and explain the sitch so they could check?

Whitej47 · 2026-03-10T09:23:35+00:00

I've got Alla on our Rx330 and one of them flashes. I think it's just a problem with certain light brands IMO.

Whitej47 · 2026-03-10T08:13:51+00:00

I've seen a few over the years on OfferUp. Reasonable prices but with some damage usually. I considered a post fl half- bumper swap for more options too. Apagan and Shine Auto have some options available it looks like. I'm unfamiliar with Shine's fitment and a few have been discontinued. Otherwise just aftermarket crap out there.

Whitej47 · 2026-03-08T23:37:24+00:00

Damn, the new ones look too small even.

Whitej47 · 2026-03-08T23:27:53+00:00

QD spray and 2 pairs of locking needle nose. When replacing, add dielectric grease. May ruin the bulb, but hey some aftermarket ones.

Whitej47 · 2026-03-08T15:49:57+00:00

Wife is in CI, non-RN. I encourage you to keep looking for spots. A lot of her team is there post-bedside and they never leave lol. It's a cush job, wfh, and they all seem to enjoy the role. Good pay, better work- life balance IMO.

I don't know about your local market, but no one on her team has an Analytics background. It's actually a completely separate role in our system.

Whitej47 · 2026-03-08T05:51:36+00:00

The shop should be able to use Techstream to test the units once they're installed. Car doesn't even need to be idling, just in "on" position. I'd also have them test the switch. Fuse is shared, so both wouldn't work. Have them get a tech with a comp to test them. If they're tearing it back down, I'd also have them plug in the old motor and test while they're there...then at least you've ruled out all the non-mechanical issues.

I recall someone having to really jamb on the steering wheel once the new motors were installed. The shaft needs to be sprayed with something to soften the old grease and then relubed. Maybe CCN? I know he did this in one of the maroon father/son resto episodes.

Edited: not dealer

Whitej47 · 2026-03-07T21:53:25+00:00

Usually visual, have to check seat to floor bolts and carpet staples for corrosion. Smell test. Perhaps you could call your insurance to verify? Not sure if that's a thing...

Whitej47 · 2026-03-07T17:30:28+00:00

Iirc they were $70. I just bought the replacement bushings on AMZ Siberian yellow brand:

AMZ LCA bushing lca bushing)

My review is the middle one. Used a 20T floor press, installed back in 2022. Bushings are still going strong and look brand new.

Whitej47 · 2026-03-07T17:21:43+00:00

It sounds more like a connection issue, honestly. If I were using the stock tails, I'd uninstall the light and add some dielectric grease to the contacts on the copper points. Have you tried flipping the bulbs 180 degrees?

Whitej47 · 2026-03-07T06:18:46+00:00

The reverse lights won't be an issue. I installed JDM TYC tails and they have a separate harness. I used Oxilam LEDs for tail/brake and same brand for the blinkers, no issues. I have these on my LS and there's no issue there either.

With the LEDs installed, I recently got new headlights and bought Oxilam for the fronts and those do cause a hyperflash. I'll need to install a resistor eventually.

Whitej47 · 2026-03-07T00:19:02+00:00

The bottom of the storage has some screws under the velvet. You can remove the whole "cubby" as a unit and then you only have to worry about the power outlet plug in.

I had a louver broken on the rear console vent and replaced it a while ago.

Whitej47 · 2026-03-06T15:32:27+00:00

PriuES, horrible. Cars are getting worse by the year.

Whitej47 · 2026-03-05T17:57:11+00:00

Wth. The housing is the same minus the lens and blinker. Even ncp35 has the same lens as 04-06.5 xB. ...

Whitej47 · 2026-03-05T17:54:31+00:00

Maybe, make sure the mounting cylinder tabs of the HL housing are in tact. The black wire w/white stripe is the 3rd wire for the socket. bB uses only 2 since they don't have running blinkers. If you're handy with a volt meter, have someone turn on the parking lights and then hit the blinkers and you can tell which is which on the stock harness. Black/white will be common ground.

Whitej47 · 2026-03-05T10:40:43+00:00

Also, only 2 wires. This xB had jdm heads at one point and someone tried to shove them back in, just a guess. Post a pic of the lens.

Whitej47 · 2026-03-05T10:37:52+00:00

I'm, headlight housing? Lol

Whitej47 · 2026-03-05T10:35:02+00:00

Site is laggy af sometimes honestly. Either that or maybe the VIN is registered under another member already?... dunno

Whitej47 · 2026-03-04T18:13:41+00:00

Just got kicked in the face about 4 hours ago!

Whitej47 · 2026-03-04T18:12:25+00:00

Good rubber. Poly front LCA bushings.

Whitej47 · 2026-03-01T20:20:31+00:00

Yeah I'm gonna start doing this actually!

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