zee007

Nice one.... :)

The rear fog lamps should be the same wattage as the brake lamps @ 21W B) That's correct - the bulbs are the same, but the reflectors in the fog lights are slightly different, and therefore slightly brighter.... but not irritating for the guys behind in most cases.....

I thought it was a water temeprature gauge - not oil temp.... It is in Europe - I have a seperate oil temp gauge...

yeah - the TRD one looks good.... I spoke to them early last year, but they weren't sure if it fitted the IS200, and I've heard it's very stiff... But worth it if it's cheaper! Zee. :D

CLICK HERE for a detailed instructions on what to do if your key is stuck in the ACC position! Zee. ;)

Hi zee007: So B & M has made a quick shifter specifically for IS200/Altezza 6MT!? How much did u pay for ur B&M quickshifter? and Is it easy to install? can be DIYed?(need to drill any holes or cut any thing?) also can it be changed back to stock shifter easily? thanks very much! SSML Yes - the B&M quick shift is specifically designed for the IS200/Altezza. It was around £250 sterling and I installed it myself in the dark - took me no more than 30 minutes. It came with instructions, and all the new bolts etc. Very easy to fit and is all done inside the car (no need to cut holes or drill - direct replacement). You can swap back to your stock shifter easily when you come to sell your car! It is a short throw and will take some getting used too, and its difficult to engage reverse, but VERY positive. I like it - others may not. Here's a piccie for you: :) Zee. B)

3 VERY true points - very well made...... :D

I have a B&M quickshift fitted - reduces through by nearly 50%, but is a lot tighter/stiffer change.... a lot more positive......

yep - looks the same....

They changed the Sport suspension after 2001 (15mm lower and a little firmer)...

The TTE S/C is a nice and easy bolt on option with good power gains for the money. Adding 32% more power, and 27% more torque to the IS200, the bolt-on supercharger kit will transform the baby Lexus into the car it should have been. Increase in power approx: 36.8Kw Increase in Torque approx: 50Nm Improved accleration: 0-100km/h by 2.2 secs Improved accleration: 40-120km/h by 3.2 secs Improved accleration: 40-160km/h by 7.9 secs

This kit is also known as the TRD kit in Europe and is available from your Lexus dealer...

Standard plugs for a Tezza/IS200 are Denso Iridium...

HKS Surefire Iridium Sparkplugs (and get a slightly cooler running temp rating too....)

Keith is correct - check after a few days. I changed my rad hose for a Greddy aluminium one, but my pipe has a bleed valve on it... Monitor it over the next few days and let us know how you get on...

All the rear view mirrors in the IS's/Tezza's should hang from the roof......

Just an option - consider changing your spark plugs for cooler ones - may help....

Good idea, we have something similar on the UK forum - so I'll kick off..... :D Zee (male) Single and 3 kids (I'm godfather to them all - not my own!) 26 Work for a Bank as head of European Enterprise Risk Management/IT Controls and Governance Nottingham/London, UK based Had my IS200 Sport Supercharged for over 2 years Minor mods can be viewed in my garage below.... spent far too much...

The Snow Button is a waste of time. It basically enables you to control your Clutch/Revs in bad conditions to limit wheel spin.... it doesn't work! Apexi Coilovers eh? Average price for copilovers in the UK are around £1200 so you got yourself a cracking set-up there mate... :)

Hope you are enjoying your time in Japan mate - I'm sure the Tezza will help improve your experience......! B)

Welcome to the club Henry - nice choice of colour mate........! ;)

Welcome to the club buddy....! :D

Hayden, The uprated anti-rolls are indeed for the front and rear (they come as a pair). The standard anti-rolls are hollow, thin and generally "flexible". Thus, the uprated ones are heavier, thicker and reduce roll considerably. Cusco are an excellent brand - I know Eibach do them too... Cheers Zee

I have standard Shocks but Eibach Lowering springs at the moment. I have ordered and will be getting fitted TTE (Toyota Team Europe) Coilovers in Germany at the beginning of March (Driving over!). Remember, if you want an improvement in handling, consider uprated anti-roll bars too - not too expensive but a HUGE improvement in handling.......

Welcome to the Club! Keep that yellow Tezza shining..... ! :D