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  1. Hi All, It’s been a while since I bought my GS (Oct 19!!!) and I’ve been a top lurker since then 😌, but my intention was always to tweak it a bit, when I finally got ‘round to it, as I’ve been unable to not tinker with any car I’ve bought, ever! This one was going to be no different and this build thread is the result. So, to the car, a 2006 Mark 3 GS430, with a Black exterior and Grey/Black interior. I spent a long time looking for exactly that colour combination and still love it! Pics below… As I do a high (ish) mileage, there was no way I could afford a V8 running on normal Petrol, and I never planned to, as it was always on the cards to LPG convert it. This was completed straight after purchase and I now have it running fine, although I had to sort out a few issues first (not with the LPG per se – it’s just very sensitive to existing issues in the car). Over the last year, not helped by COVID-19, I’ve worked through the little issues, which I wanted to get done before posting on here, which including giving it a much needed clean first off: Interior Leather: Mats: … although cleaning the exterior just highlighted that the paintwork needs a full detail, which I’ll get cracked when the weather gets better in Summer, hopefully: Swirled Paintwork: However, before I could get stuck into the proper mechanical stuff, there was a slight mechanical hiccup in Aug last year that put things on hold, which I’ll expand on soon (I’m still editing the video on that one), teaser here: Heads: So, I’ll stick up a link up to the video when ready. It’ll be in three parts – which gives an idea how much of an epic it all was (!), but hopefully all will become clear! Now that the car’s back on the road after five months, I’m going to be working through all the little things that I hadn’t had time to do before, so will be sticking all the updates in here. I’ve already managed to get a few little jobs done, starting with refurbing a set of these: Calipers: The plan (Small ‘p’). As there’s not a massive amount of performance upgrades for the Mk3 GS (please don’t mention superchargers… 🤐) my focus was going to be getting it cosmetically spot on and making a lot of improvements to the ride and handling, without compromising comfort (one of the key attractions of the car to me). This will be focused on Suspension (coil-overs, sub-frame, bushes, anti-roll bars) and Chassis (bracing front and rear) plus whatever else may come along. As I’ve alluded to, my intention is to document the work through a small (capital ‘s’) You Tube channel I have, which I’ve been doing as an interest thing for just over half a year. Still very much learning as I go, but I’ve found it really fun to do and a bit of a challenge to try and get things that look and sound decent. Very much not there yet, but practice makes… so criticism will be more than welcome! More to follow soon! 😊 ETA: A flipping link to the Channel wouldn't have gone amiss I suppose!! - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKsjaW4uQpjLO6zKekj6wiw Enjoy, hopefully!!
  2. Hi, I am looking to buy a Lexus GS430 sport from anywhere in the UK. If anyone is selling one or prepared to sell one please let me know as i am ready to purchase one. It must be in good condition, genuine sport, no rust etc. Id prefer a darker colour but i'm open to anything. Feel free to text me if you have one for sale - 07722478473 Thank you, Zain, pic of my 1 of 1 GS300 sport in Royal Sapphire Blue with 50k miles
  3. 2nd Gen GS430 - 2003 B1218 - Has anyone had this code before and managed to fix it? It's Body ECU Number 2 Communication Stop. Stored in current codes on Techstream. I've checked that it's all plugged in and that the fuse for it is in good shape and all appears fine. Thinking I'll just get another ECU and swap it out. I've done some forum/Google trawling and it seems to be a semi-common problem but no confirmed solution! Any info welcome.
  4. Hi all, So, I was originally on the hunt for a GS430 and I settled recently for a nice example of a GS300 in my other post. Looks as though I didn't stop looking and I bought a GS430 this weekend just gone. I must be mad, I can't own 2 cars! So, the GS300 will be going soon despite not having it very long (6 weeks perhaps!). I'll be moving the G Spider wheels and Tanabe springs over to the GS430! Pics to follow...
  5. Hi guys! just thought I'd introduce myself recently purchased a 2006 Lexus GS 430 Got it for a great price, does need a few bits and bobs but otherwise a very nice car. I've already taken the back boxes off it and now it sounds like a real V8! FullSizeRender.mov
  6. Hi there, By accident I become an owner of GS430. Salvaged this fine piece of Japanese engineering from hands of mad youngster who clearly did not have an idea how to maintained it to appropriate standard but wanted to have a rice machine So to name few mods: - no cats + blowing exhaust - Front grille made out of fiberglass + filler + B&Q steel mesh - ls400 brakes with no RCA + angle grinder mod to tie rod ends - RX8 wheels with +30mm spacers - random lug nuts - polybushed front axle - leaks from both rocker cover gaskets - LPG that does not work - hazy, yellowed headlights - weed car scent Drove it in this appalling condition and felt in love. Very erratic handling, loud as hell but..... there is plenty of power! Decision has been made - give it 2nd life and restore the original look. Purchased so far: - Fat 5-spoke LS430 wheels - various exhaust bits - rocker cover gaskets - 0w30 engine oil + filter + ATF T-IV + pink coolant Hope I will find here help with sourcing various bits and bobs as well as advice in changing car's appearance. Cheers! -
  7. Hi, I may have to have the rear shocks replaced on my 2000 GS430. After a bit of research I think these are the required replacements. I understand that KYB might be the lexus part. Can any of you good folks confirm: 1. They're good parts to use. 2. That the one in the screenshot is the correct part. Thanks folks.
  8. I know it's wrong but I do like the idea of cruising to work in this 😳 http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/192170336908 Feel free to slate me 😧
  9. Fault: "VSC" (Vehicle Stability Control) and "VSC off" warning lights stay on Car: 2nd Gen Lexus GS430 (UK - right-hand drive vehicle) - 2004 model How did the fault arise? Car ran out of fuel just short of a petrol station. I put it in neutral and manually pushed it, just a bit. After filling up and switching on, the warning lights came on, and ever since then, these warning lights have stayed on. They were never there prior to this pushing - 100% certain. What have I tried to do since? In the central console (between the front seats) there is a button to switch VSC off. That has no effect at all. I have tried disconnecting the battery for 30 minutes. Each time on reconnection, the warning lights come back on almost immediately. I have looked for the OBD-II connector, because I read that shorting out pins 4 and 14 of this connector might clear the fault. This connector is supposed to be near the boot-release (trunk-release), but I cannot find it. I have peered underneath and looked for any panel, and used Google Images, to no avail. HELP!
  10. My recently acquired GS430 is losing around 1litre of coolant every 200 miles. No obvious sign of an external leak. Engine Oil & Cap look healthy. Recent new rad fitted by Lexus. Block test was negative. Can the exhaust be tested for traces of coolant with a Gas Analyser?
  11. robbyD

    Passenger Luxury

    From the album: GS430 Sport

    Series II GS has the most comfortable rear seating of any contemporary car. The All Black interior is pretty cool too.
  12. robbyD

    Window Badge

    From the album: GS430 Sport

    Presumably monogrammed just on the near-side because only pedestrians would read it when parked Hiding under the Petrol Filler Flap is also the LPG filler nozzle. You have to use an adapter which is a bit fiddly (and can be downright annoying at some pumps) but there's no separate LPG filler cap spoiling the aesthetics and the fuel costs are much the same as a small modern car.
  13. robbyD

    GS Sport Grille

    From the album: GS430 Sport

    Great TTE styling mod for the Sport models. Bumper, Bonnet & Grille were re-painted not long ago. Colour match isn't bad…blends well in most lighting situations and no stone chips yet!
  14. robbyD

    Super Salinas

    From the album: GS430 Sport

    The OZ Salinas are such beautiful wheels! After Market clear lens' side-repeaters were swopped over from the old GS. I bought them off ebay years ago…they don't seem to be around these days.
  15. From the album: GS430 Sport

    The Sport came with after-market LED rear lighting & blackened exhaust finishers. Again, the old GS came to the rescue with perfect donor light clusters & shiny end pipes. My only gripe about the car is with the non-factory reversing sensors…but they do work well.
  16. robbyD

    Engine Bay

    From the album: GS430 Sport

    Yum! The brand new headlamp units look good on this pic. (unfortunately I couldn't swop these with the new looking shells on my old GS…they aren't HID)
  17. robbyD

    Driving Seat

    From the album: GS430 Sport

    A nice place to be. The memory seats are a welcome upgrade from the old GS…as is the Navi. Fitted bluetooth connectivity via Parrot. Currently working on a project with a spare GS wood/leather steering wheel…want to strip back the brown wood finish & re-colour to grey/black…will do a post if successful.
  18. robbyD

    The Chariot Awaits!

    From the album: GS430 Sport

    Very impressed with this car. Totally effortless & extremely capable. The sure-footedness was such that I opted for a fresh set of winter tyres to maintain performance during the colder months.
  19. robbyD

    Lower Stance

    From the album: GS430 Sport

    Apart from a more taught suspension the Sport sits some 20mm lower than an SE. I'm a fan of the Boot Spoiler…the rear view is the weakest angle from the styling point of view & the spoiler detracts from that. Also it does work at cruising speeds giving more stability. I had to replace the weak boot springs tho…the extra weight of the spoiler on the boot lid needs proper counterbalancing!
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