Perth Gs300

[Chimpira]

Hi All. i recently picked up a 2000 GS300. I wanted a reliable, smooth ride so what better than a 2j with silky smooth vvt-i.Going for the VIP look (rims, coilovers, tint, exhaust) I thought better open her up first and change all fluids,timing belt, plugs, leads etc.

fine so far but after further delving discovered the harmonic balancer was cracked. So a new one was fitted along with an original radiator and hoses as the original had a crack. Other work which was done all at once lists as follows;

• New Optima yellow battery
• New spark plugs and leads
• Cleaned air mass meter and throttle body
• New water pump, thermostat, cam and crank seals
• New timing belt, tensioner and hydraulic tensioner.
• Cleaned VVT-i controller filter.
• New braided brake lines(bit better response over factory) and flushed brake system.
• Installed 2nd hand TRD cat back exhaust.
• Replaced both upstream O2 sensors.
• Installed 2nd hand Cusco coilovers
• New intank fuel filter
• Installed genuine Pivot voltage stabilizer and earth kit.
• Extra cold air ram and another hole cut into air box for added air.
• Spare tire and tow bar removal (less 50kg)
• Engine cover delete (heat soak)

After all this was done it really transformed everything about the car. drove like new and stopped a bit sharper. Exhaust isnt loud and really opens the 2j up. Especially up high as it now pulls like a kiddy fiddla at a wiggles concert after 80km/hr. Dont know if its the earthing kit/voltage stabilizer or extra air but i dont have to put my foot down as far on the loud pedal to invoke a response. Probably better on petrol too which is always 98 RON

extra cold air ram

Rims are SSR Viennas. 10's rear.9's front. (cant remember offset) Tires are Kumhos 225/40 R18 (f) 265/35 R18 ®

Future plans are tint, front lip (ordered from ebay and coming mid month) sound system upgrade, maybe a strut brace. bigger tires front to fill out guards and smaller ones rear to clear guards as scrapping occasionally.

Thanks all. comments and suggestions appreciated.

[Chimpira]

I think I forgot to mention the 5litres of Mobil 1 5w-50 oil change and engine flush prior. Also new toyota air filter which flows better than aftermarket. As some of them ive noticed have solid sides which impede air flow. cheers

[LTuned]

Hello & welcome, a nice GS. you will enjoy it.

[Chimpira]

thumbs too clumsy. thats a 'like' lol

[Chimpira]

cruise tonight in Perth if anyone keen? Weather permitting