Since I got my car for about three years now and I haven’t change the differential oil. This do-it-yourself is quite easy and can be accomplish within 30 minutes. From the Lexus repair manual you will need 1.3 qts. I got three Mobile One full synthetic oils (75-90W) from a local auto store. However, you … Read more
A broken antenna mast is a very common problem for Lexus LS400 and SC400. Both vehicles share the same motor and mounting position. The two most common mast damage include but not limited to wear and test of the plastic gear and physical damage to the mast itself. One of my experiences was having my … Read more
When forced induction is mentioned, two other topics also need to be addressed. First would be the Air which a turbo or supercharger would provide. Second would the Fuel which larger injectors, larger fuel pump or increase fuel pressure would solve part of the FI problems. The third issue also need to address but usually … Read more
This article is to show you how you can change your injectors by yourself. The task is not too hard and it will take about 1 hour or so. When I took my car to my mechanic few months back, he spent too many hours on it and cost me an arm and a leg. … Read more
The stock Lexus SC400 and LS400 1UZFE injectors are top feed high impedance 13.8 ohm with 251 cc/min and estimated around 50.2 bhp each injector or 401.6 bhp total. If you plan to have any type of forced induction like turbo, supercharged or NOS, larger injector will be needed. Stock injector is max out around 6-7 … Read more
After weeks of research and making lots of phone calls, I finally put together an ARP Studs/Bolts Kit for the Lexus 1UZFE and 3UZFE. This kit will fit on all Lexus V8 engines. All GS400, GS430, SC400, SC430, LS400 and LS430. NO LONGER AVAILABLE. OUT OF STOCK. This kit contain the followings: * 20 ARP … Read more
I get about 5-10 emails a day regarding Lexus automobiles and most of them are about Lexus brake system. So, in this article, I would like show you how to install a proper set of stainless steel braided lines. I purchased this kit www.luxurymods.com and their products and custom service is best on the net. I have … Read more
Like everyone else on the web I was in the market for two turbos. I was interested in a Garrett GT35/40R so I visited Ebay and saw something very interesting. Here is the exact Ebay advertisement from SSAutochrome I was very interested in the spec listed below: SUPER TURBO BRAND NEW GT35/40R BALL BEARING TURBOCHARGER .82 … Read more
This section is dedicated to Forced Induction of the 1UZFE engine. Forced Induction means turbo or supercharged and NOS. We have a collection of Twin Turbo Lexus Toyota V8, Supercharged Lexus Toyota V8 engine and few more coming. If you know any FI V8 1UZFE, please let me know. I would love to put it … Read more
93 SC400 225 rwhp with Intake Modification & 225 RWHP 93 SC400 Video 93 SC400 180.2 rwhp Stock LS400 Air Fuel Calibrator Single Turbo Lexus LS400 Dyno Results Update Single Turbo LS400 Dyno Date: 01-31-2003 Location: SP Engineering, Condition: Denature Alcohol Injection @ 7 psi, Non Intercooled Boost: 8 psi, Result: 324.5 rwhp 324.7 rwtq Net Gain: … Read more