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  1. Daveyboy20
    Done the front two - it's looking awesome up front! It drives better; it vibrated on the old wheels - nice and smooth on these! Doesn't tram line and the drop in comfort is not noticeable at the moment. Perhaps when the rears go on it'll be perceivable. 100 lb/ft on the spacer nuts and 80lb/ft on the wheel nuts. I'll drive it a week and check them all.
  2. Daveyboy20
    I'm expecting it to lose some of its comfortable floatiness purely because of the drop in side profile on the tyres. It'll still be lovely simply down to the suspension and size of the car. It should feel more planted through corners as a positive side-effect. It'll look sweet as another positive side effect! I'm using Japspeed spacers all round with the widest still only being 25mm. Everything will be torqued to the correct spec and done properly. Nuns and kittens are safe for a little longer...
  3. Daveyboy20
    Don't forget that manufacturers make many different versions of cars, with different options. The DHP for the 400 includes bigger wheels that stick out further than the 16s, yet all they have changed is the ride height - no major geometry changes. Had I gone for wider 17s and dropped it a bit i'd probably still be given grief for altering the manufacturers holy settings! With regards to the pictures - they're unknown brand, unknown quality spacers. I could show you pictures of failed alloy wheels - would that mean you shouldn't run alloy wheels? No! It'd mean you wouldn't buy cheap copy alloys...
  4. Daveyboy20
    In what way? Lower profile tyres making it a bit harsher or a different issue?
  5. Daveyboy20
    Also - it's about the quality of the parts. I've bought Japspeed spacers - not ebay rubbish. Cost more but worth it for peace of mind: Japspeed hubcentric spacers: Manufactured from high strength, lightweight aircraft grade aluminium alloy Forged hard anodized for durability and corrosion protection Limited life range tested for wheel bolts/studs (1 million times) in accordance with ISO3800 Strength tested for applications (bolt/stud/nut) in accordance to ISO0898-6, SAEJ429, SAEJ995 Anti-rust tested (NSS 72hrs) for applications (bolt/stud/nut) in accord
  6. Daveyboy20
    Nice! I don't suppose you have any CAD plans for those spacers? I wouldn't cut the springs - don't worry!
  7. Daveyboy20
    Well this thread took a turn for the worse! I've been modifying cars for over 20 years... I rarely keep any car standard, so I'm not afraid to deviate from the almighty wisdom of the manufacturer. I'm insured with a company that is specifically for people who modify cars, so no worries there either. Hubcentric spacers, when used properly, are perfectly safe. The whole point of them is that they increase track safely! They'll put a little more pressure on the bearings, but they're not dangerous. They're hubcentric for a reason.
  8. Daveyboy20
    Hi guys - my 18s go on my 98 LS this week. I have a feeling I'll want to lower the front by 1-2" afterwards. It seems hard to find springs over this side of the pond. I can't afford to import and i certainly can't afford coilovers at the moment. Anyone had any luck?
  9. Daveyboy20
    Mine is on 117k and is 20 years old - mot in August... fingers crossed
  10. Daveyboy20
    Cool - I've bought some 15mm spacers so i guess a little trim is on order. Could've got 20mm spacers instead but didn't want the front track to be wider than the back. Bought 25mm spaces for the rear to be sure!
  11. Daveyboy20
    Fantastic - thanks 🖒 Do you know if the standard studs will need cutting down with a 15mm spacer?
  12. Daveyboy20
    Hi guys - I've just bought a set of 'pie-dish' SC430 wheels and remember seeing some posts from aomeone who's done it mentioning the need for spacers. I've tried searching but not found any info; does anyone know what I'll need to fit them to my '98 LS400? Also, tyre size suggestions would be wonderful. Thanks in advance. Oh - will my standard wheel nuts fit?
  13. Daveyboy20
    Seems steep to me. Got to add tyres to that price!
  14. Daveyboy20
    Are they electronic butterfly valves?
  15. Daveyboy20
    Hmmm - mine's only on 118k, maybe I'm being paranoid!
  16. Daveyboy20
    Hi guys, my 98 LS400 is beginning to develop a slight knock at the front over bumps. I have about 4 months until mot time so thought I'd do the ground work now. I'm assuming it's going to be a bush in either a top or bottom arm? I've read a few issues with rubbish ebay parts and a lack of decent parts available. What are my best options?
  17. Daveyboy20
    I use my '98 400 everyday.
  18. Daveyboy20
    Thanks a lot - ordered a set 🖒
  19. Daveyboy20
    Hi guys - tried a standard wheel nut in my Lenso RS5s and it didn't fit. Presume it needs taper nuts? Any one know the thread of the wheel nuts?
  20. Daveyboy20
    I didn't have the windows and moon roof down on the motorway! Drove late on when the heat dropped down.
  21. Daveyboy20
    Chop some silencers out of the exhaust and live the V8 dream... I'm gonna do that soon myself ;) A little way off from retirement, though...
  22. Daveyboy20
    For reference: I have it in PWR mode at all times!
  23. Daveyboy20
    Well - return leg produced 37.5 mpg I'm impressed. 🖒
  24. Daveyboy20
    Just checked - driving around London yesterday and today has caused it to drop to 34mpg..still mightily impressive! I'll being the thread to its natural conclusion once we arrive at home later!
  25. Daveyboy20
    Left at about 7pm so traffic was good the majority of the way. Been cruising about London all weekend - not checked mpg again yet so I'll report back before we head back to the Wirral. Going for another evening/night drive in the hope the traffic is favorable. Air con needs a re-gass so it's 4 windows down and moon roof open!
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