Rbthx0408 1st Gear September 15, 2018 Share September 15, 2018 hello just gotten a COE is250 intending to change the shocks as i am probably driving for another 10 years any bro mind sharing their setup? ↡ Advertisement 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Theoldjaffa Hypersonic September 15, 2018 Share September 15, 2018 hello just gotten a COE is250 intending to change the shocks as i am probably driving for another 10 years any bro mind sharing their setup? You may wanna get a set of coilovers. I'm using Tein Flex Z, made in Japan. About 1.7k from ST Powered for my model (IS200t). You may wanna check with them. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rbthx0408 1st Gear September 15, 2018 Share September 15, 2018 You may wanna get a set of coilovers. I'm using Tein Flex Z, made in Japan. About 1.7k from ST Powered for my model (IS200t). You may wanna check with them. sorry...i shouldve be more clear not looking for anything too sporty/firm...family ride am looking into tokico/kyb/koni or maybe even sticking to original? 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Theoldjaffa Hypersonic September 15, 2018 Share September 15, 2018 sorry...i shouldve be more clear not looking for anything too sporty/firm...family ride am looking into tokico/kyb/koni or maybe even sticking to original? Oh then stock will be best if you don't intend to lower your car. Try getting a quote from the stockists. I've used Koni Yellows with stock springs in my previous car, the ride is cmi. You can feel every vibration and the car is bouncy. Tein Flex Z is very comfortable, very close to my stock. I ferry 80+ year old folks and they didn't notice the difference nor complain about any discomfort. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
steveluv Twincharged September 16, 2018 Share September 16, 2018 Lexus ES becomes the world's first production car with digital side mirrors https://newatlas.com/lexus-es-digital-mirrors/56314/ Just checked with Lexus Thailand, this feature will not be available in Thailand. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rbthx0408 1st Gear September 16, 2018 Share September 16, 2018 Oh then stock will be best if you don't intend to lower your car. Try getting a quote from the stockists. I've used Koni Yellows with stock springs in my previous car, the ride is cmi. You can feel every vibration and the car is bouncy. Tein Flex Z is very comfortable, very close to my stock. I ferry 80+ year old folks and they didn't notice the difference nor complain about any discomfort. did u by any chance adjust the konis? i understand there are adjustable? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Theoldjaffa Hypersonic September 16, 2018 Share September 16, 2018 did u by any chance adjust the konis? i understand there are adjustable? Yep, but it's of no use. I'm of the opinion that aftermarket sports shocks are not compatible with tall stock springs. I've also used RS-R lowering springs with stock dampers. This one is better. Comfortable and closer to stock feeling with lowered looks, but you're not looking to lower so I guess this is out. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hybrids 2nd Gear September 17, 2018 Share September 17, 2018 hello just gotten a COE is250 intending to change the shocks as i am probably driving for another 10 years any bro mind sharing their setup? My experience: KYB OEM style shocks not too expensive. Swift springs excellent for slight lowering and comfort. T005 good tires to have quiet with reasonable performance. Engine gearbox mounts worth replacing for the 'can’t tell engine is running or gear in drive' feel. DI engine so check for valve carbon build up. CD player can jam. Auto box generally reliable, same used in Toyota 86. Lowering final drive ratio livens acceleration significantly. Sticky dashboard and internal plastics check with agent. Exhaust baffles can fail leading to slight sporty sound which many pay lots of money to obtain. For ISF steering feel use ISF steering ECU module, also possible to install OEM weights inside steering wheel standard on later models. alternator can be noisy, electronic noise suppression fails first, followed by inability to charge battery. Adding neg camber in front suspension transforms front end grip. 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rbthx0408 1st Gear September 18, 2018 Share September 18, 2018 Yep, but it's of no use. I'm of the opinion that aftermarket sports shocks are not compatible with tall stock springs. I've also used RS-R lowering springs with stock dampers. This one is better. Comfortable and closer to stock feeling with lowered looks, but you're not looking to lower so I guess this is out. oic yep...i was reading some where that probably need lowered spring to fully utilize koni or sport shock? that seem abit too much to spend on now Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rbthx0408 1st Gear September 18, 2018 Share September 18, 2018 My experience: KYB OEM style shocks not too expensive. Swift springs excellent for slight lowering and comfort. T005 good tires to have quiet with reasonable performance. Engine gearbox mounts worth replacing for the 'can’t tell engine is running or gear in drive' feel. DI engine so check for valve carbon build up. CD player can jam. Auto box generally reliable, same used in Toyota 86. Lowering final drive ratio livens acceleration significantly. Sticky dashboard and internal plastics check with agent. Exhaust baffles can fail leading to slight sporty sound which many pay lots of money to obtain. For ISF steering feel use ISF steering ECU module, also possible to install OEM weights inside steering wheel standard on later models. alternator can be noisy, electronic noise suppression fails first, followed by inability to charge battery. Adding neg camber in front suspension transforms front end grip. yep...am considering kyb now..they are considerably cheaper than original shocks even=\ i have just changed to PS4 tyres engine n transmission mounting changed as well and they really make a great difference particularly during idling the mech I went to said that the gasket was a little leaky coz there were some oil when he removed a plastic cover/panel from the bottom..did add that it is very minor and i can probably ignore it for now? do u think I can do the valve cleaning during gasket change? anything else i shld be ready to replace during that as well...for me since already opening part of the engine may as well replace whatever wear n tear i can? how do i change the drive ratio? change 1 of the gear rings? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Purplexus 2nd Gear September 19, 2018 Share September 19, 2018 recently spotted 5yr old ES250 on sgcarmart selling for 13k per year depreciation.. looks cheap enough to give it a try in the future... The new model is coming out in Q4 and prices of the old model have plummeted. My 3 year old ES is still under warranty and service and cannot fetch more than 140K No choice but to just drive it. Its a good car, reliable, quiet, a little underpowered but OK for Singapore and exceptional cruiser. Just trying to console myself and stop these terrible temptations of changing into the new model which is really cool looking. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Louis2015 1st Gear September 19, 2018 Share September 19, 2018 You may wanna get a set of coilovers. I'm using Tein Flex Z, made in Japan. About 1.7k from ST Powered for my model (IS200t). You may wanna check with them. IS200t 很新, 那 Agent Warranty 会受影响吗 ? 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Theoldjaffa Hypersonic September 19, 2018 Share September 19, 2018 IS200t å¾æ°, é£ Agent Warranty ä¼åå½±åå ?我从来不在乎什么warranty的 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Earthboy 4th Gear September 19, 2018 Share September 19, 2018 The new model is coming out in Q4 and prices of the old model have plummeted. My 3 year old ES is still under warranty and service and cannot fetch more than 140K No choice but to just drive it. Its a good car, reliable, quiet, a little underpowered but OK for Singapore and exceptional cruiser. Just trying to console myself and stop these terrible temptations of changing into the new model which is really cool looking. Did you get lexus to quote you trade in price. They have many used car dealers on there panel. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
DACH Supersonic September 19, 2018 Share September 19, 2018 我从来不在乎什么warranty的 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Theoldjaffa Hypersonic September 19, 2018 Share September 19, 2018 High SES.Toyotas are reliable. Moreover I'm changing parts that are considered "wear and tear" and not covered under warranty anyway. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
inlinesix Supersonic September 19, 2018 Share September 19, 2018 Toyotas are reliable. Moreover I'm changing parts that are considered "wear and tear" and not covered under warranty anyway. If shocks oil leak during warranty period, not cover? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
alex976 5th Gear September 19, 2018 Share September 19, 2018 Did you get lexus to quote you trade in price. They have many used car dealers on there panel. My experience with lexus trade-in is eg. you can sell the car direct for 138k, prepare they will offer you ard 130k (depending mileage). If the car is less than 5 years old and in good condition, they will normally take in themselves and sell via their used car division. seldom they go thru the used car dealers. ↡ Advertisement Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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