Recent content by cfarrrell

Holy crap! It would be cheaper to ship it off to Canada for the repair.

My thoughts exactly.

Finding a shop in my area to work on it will be difficult (NY, Albany area). I've already received a couple of offers, but I need to weigh my options.

I agree completely. It does sound like they are playing games. After this, I wont' be buying another Lexus. They have not brought the issue of a new vehicle.... yet.

Thank you for the tip, I will ask. I am also going to ask if I can see the underside once it's on a lift, and have them point out to me all the parts they think need to be replaced. Then I'll ask for a cost breakdown sheet.

Unfortunately I do not have pictures.

That is a very helpful diagram! I think it's the red line that burst. I'll see if I can determine the part number.

He said it as if he tells people number like this all the time.

Thank you for the tip, I've already received a couple of offers. I'm not ready to part with the vehicle just yet, I'm hoping that I can find a reasonable way to fix the problem.

Agreed, I am looking for options. The area I live in is not known for off-roading, and finding a specialist will be difficult. I live near Albany, NY. If anyone can recommend a specialist in my area that would be great.

Thank you for the advice. I'm still waiting to hear back from the dealer after our initial conversation. I am inclined to walk away, but finding someone who can address the issue in my area will be difficult. I am going to make some calls.

That's a very helpful link. Sounds exactly like the issue I am having.

Thank you for the tip, I will give that a try.

I have a 2013 LX570. One of the hydraulic lines on the AHC system burst with just 86,500 miles on the odometer. The dealer says this was due to rust and corrosion. To replace the line I was told that the body must come off the frame. Additionally they can not say if other parts need to be...