Recent content by ohlancaster

I had to re-read this three times. It increases as the Shock Compresses.

Off subject, but for what it's worth, that sound was infact a bad bearing (2nd time to replace DF) that must not have been OEM.

Shoot, you're right. I apologlize.

Hello again, my astute pillars of the Lexus world. Can I impose an ongoing issue with the CA emissions and the ACH? My '09 Lexus LX 570 Illinois Registration expired in January, and I am still dealing with the emissions/registration. After replacing the Cats and taking the Christmas tree lights...

Hello All, I moved to CA with my '09 Lexus LX 570 and am now dealing with the emissions/registration. After replacing the Cats, I finally got the dash lights off. I decided to try L4 for the first time in four years, which worked fine until I disengaged; the wonderful lights reappeared...

I got to ask a question that will likely show my ignorance and make people cringe. I got lucky and noticed the outer quarter edge of the serpentine belt is cut and my belt is 75% the width it should be. I need to go 6 miles to the mechanic. I'll be ok if I'm cautious...right? Any takers?

I was a price whore. We learn. Sounds like you miss Walmart :) excruciating hours, but had to do it to make your numbers.

That's an awesome reply 😀

It was the bearings, driver front wheel bearings. My suspension feels brand new and the sponge is gone. After dealing with both calipers, front pads, a new rotor and, the discovery of the 39 mm 1/2 inch socket and what you need to know about having your driver front hub wheel bearing assembly...

My radiator failed around 175k. Crack. Replaced. Now leak under motor.

Ok guys, some of you recall that I had to replace all 4 actuators in my 09 570 on April 7th [4 months ago.] This service was handled by the same tech who just inspected my 570 for damage from the tire; he provided the estimates below to fix the damage caused from the tire and then some. Rear...

It's how they do the estimate

Your bringing up a significant point most people never consider demanding. Because it's not something offered, that's for sure. I've made my claim and have an appointment for next week for their body shop to estimate. Wonder how this will work? The body shop won't be the ones to approve the...

Lexus Dealer indicated both rear caliper pins seized. The dealer quoted $44 in parts and $450 in labor oddly. I had the local shop delve into this. Replaced right caliper and pins and bushing for both. Paid close to what the dealer quoted which was not by design.