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2015 model design - USB reader in center armrest compartment. Problem. When playing the media USB while driving I found that when I hit a bump in the road the media/USB unit would switch off and would have to turn on again every time until I hit another road bump or speed hump etc.. This got annoying until I found the solution. Solution I bought off eBay for around £3 a USB extension to hold to the USB away from the car socket to combat the impacts coming through the suspension and after three weeks of trail it has passed bump test. Hope this helps others with similar problem.

Pics of item fitted.

Update on rear wiper carbon cover. I used a 2022 Carbon Model cover which I fitted over the previous version. Cost around £22 with postage. The previous versions (All China made) correct for my car years 2014-2021 only come in chrome so that was not an option for the look I was going for. The fitment is correct accept for the ball part which has been resigned for the 2020 and will lose the option to flip up rear wiper fully, But you still can lift about 5 inches from screen for cleaning window and replacing the rubber on the wiper only (Slide on/off etc.). When fitting I recommend using some extra double sided number plate stickers £2 (Cut to size) for extra hold and to fill in the small gap when fitting the ball section. Both other pieces fitted as usual. Was going to try and fit a 2022 wiper arm to the earlier models but as of yet not parts around to buy or able to get a picture of the unit to check fitment, So just done the place over method as mentioned above. If someone does try and change the arm design then please let us know on the forum if it is compatible (2022 connection to the 2012-21 models). Will do doing a full Interior and exterior modification thread later in the next month or so with loads of other carbon style bling bits. I'm 90% completed on this car and just waiting for a couple more things before I post a thread. Hope this helps someone and if you need to hide the ugly rear wiper in factory black plastic.

You can just remove the unit and put in a double din unit Dab radio which sometimes comes with dvd players etc. I did this to my previous one years ago.

Hello Does anyone have the new model 2022 NX 350 etc and is able to take a picture of the rear wiper nut and arm assembly where it connects to rear window. Reason I need to find out if the new design arm assembly can be refitted back to an older model car 2015-2021. There is no pics of the rear arm yet up on the internet as being so new model currently. There is a reason for my question before anyone asks. Below is pics for the older connections in what I mean.

I'll be honest with you. For the value of car don't bother with timing belt unless the water pump starts leaking for some reason. It's a true fact if you go into any Lexus dealer and ask the service boys how many broken Cam belts they have had I bet they would say none or 1-2 in all the years they have been running the MK 1-3 before the LS430. I've changed quite a few in my time at intervals and still think the belt coming off was good to do another 100,000 miles before really changing. The belt is a very thick wide belt and can take more wear than say a Ferrari belt which at best is only 3mm thick and about 6mm wide when built the same years as the LS400 were made. Keep your money for other things like clear side indicators and clear front lights indicator sets will transform your looks and along with some strut braces will transform the handling loads especially around roundabouts. Baz.

I hate to say it but when Mercs have extra chrome on all the arches it's only hiding the common major fault of these Mercs being built from 1998-2007 is the rust they badly suffer from on bodywork.

Top Tip When you guys change Barrels keys Etc. from parts suppliers second hand always ask for the Vin number and Reg of the car it came from. Baz.

Just for the record of others following. I had to replace my front window of the MK1-2 at a cost of £250 for the front fully fitted with Vat with Auto Windscreens. I also had to replace the MK4 rear windscreen at a cost of £500 but went through insurance(£50 excess) also with Auto Windscreens. Please note last year there was only two rear windscreens left in whole of UK for MK3(98 model) and I had one of them, So I think there is only one new one left in UK. Auto windscreens have changed since they went more or less bankrupt Etc. a few years ago and are 50% cheaper than auto windscreens in price every time I got a quote these days. Try them for a price and post it up here for others to follow. FACT: The windscreens have to be wire cut out or they will just smash when removing any other way. Baz.

All parts are still available for the LS400 MK1 and MK2. You just need to know where and how to get them. For example you will find brake calliper's can be sourced either second hand from breakers, Japan market under Clesior, Aftermarket replacement parts or refurbished and the duel use of parts like some Supra calliper's fit Lexus. As for the wheel bearing they can be replaced and has been covered by myself in this forum somewhere. They cost around £30 to £40 off the top of my head for one front bearing. You can always find out the bearing size and then just ask any bearing supplier to match size. Goggle the internet to death and you'll find the answers to LS400 parts. Baz.

Simply way around this. Sell the Nissan and buy another LS with LPG fitted. Best of both worlds.

18x8 is the size to go for a ls400. loads on ebay at a price of around £300 - £400 for a nice new set.

Burn them out with welding torch or can heat them up and when they go hot and bright you can hit them hard with something to force them out as well. Also use a air pressure axe saw blade(The garage will know what tool I mean) to cut the inside out and then knock the rest out.

Got to say I used Cardiff branch twice with my 2 LS's and being a motor trader/mechanic they haven't got a clue there and never had used them again and travel to Coventry instead if I need main dealer help with something on a Lexus which is rare these days.

Think you need advice on what to look for in a ls400. Here's a few things you can do yourself. I take it you're looking at a MK1 - MK3 model. 1) HPi Check 2) Bottom of the Cats where they join exhaust and look for Rust/Rot on underside and rear sub frame. (If any can be expensive and over the value of the car to fix) 3) All buttons works/ Windows/ Locks and dash lights etc.. 4) Had at least one water pump change with timing belt within the last few years.(Saves you loads in not doing it as the cost can be also over the value of the car) 5) Check the body work for fresh paint and dents 6) Leaking power steering pump. 7) Test drive and check out handling breaking etc. 8) Use your own judgement. If you have doubts then walk away. Baz.