BLK ISF

Saw the video on FB.........nice :-). The tune seems on the money given yourself, Sparky and me appear to have similar mods and produced similar power. The other ISF that produced 15-20 more than us had headers. Would love to see a supercharged one on the dyno but cant see anyone going that hardcore anytime soon. From memory a tuned RCF with exhaust, filter and other basic boltons was about our power range as well which i thought would be more surprisingly. Ps Checked my oil/air seperator yesterday and still appears that the little indicator has barely moved, if at all. Not complaining, just peace of mind that for my level of street use, its not an issue at all and its doing its job. On a side note, what fuel were you using during the tune. Sonny mentioned to a few others that Caltex was the best. I had 2 tunes over a week period given his laptop was playing up but on the 2nd occasion i had Caltex and that combined with a few other factors, gave me a better result. How much of was contributed to the fuel, im not sure though.

Hi all, A bit of a noob question i know but havent had much luck looking for an answer. I have a 08 ISF so not sure if the newer ones have the same issue but i miss not having a simple USB connection to plug into for audio playback. Currently using CD's etc but its a bit of a pain to keep burning new ones for an additional song here and there whereas adding extra music onto a USB is as simple as it gets. Besides upgrading the unit to something like the Vline or connecting an MP3 player to the Aux port, is there another way to utilise the Aux port so i can easily add a USB stick through some kind of cable, connection etc. Ideally id like to use the interface to control audio playback like a CD which is a must for a USB. Even if i connected with an MP3 player, id like control via the head unit.

Always look at car sales when a bit bored. Saw a few 2007 BMW M5's for sale with the V10 at cheap prices. Ok dont get me wrong, i know its older and no i wouldnt do it as im sure they are not as reliable as the ISF but damn, imagine how much fun it would be listening to a V10 everyday

I wouldnt do it, not yet. Wrote my essay explaining why on the US site, didnt realised you posted here lol. Im getting a full detail with ClearFX protection end next month so that will make me feel like im driving a newer car lol I know the ride quality could be better but i came from a lowered WRX for over a decade so the older ISF's are pure luxury in comparison lol

Yeah i had a full flush by a transmission specialist (name slips my mind right now) few weeks back. Anyway, similar, about 13ltrs, pan gasket, oil, filter etc. Mine has about 90k and im sure it hasnt been done prior. He showed me my oil. Obviously it wasnt pinkish but ive seen pics of black however mine was light brown. He remarked reasonably good so it gave me peace of mind as well, knowing i wont have to get it done for quite some time especially as i dont track it.

Would be good as a few of us with slightly different mods have all gone and so far its consistent given given the differences with our cars. i.e. Exhaust vs no exhaust vs headers etc. Tuning ISF's is still relatively new vs other V8's like the Euro competitors etc and Sonny mentioned to me in due time, he'll be getting newer software/updates etc that will allow for greater tuning ability with your ISF's so only better things to come :-)

Curious, where you getting the tune from. Autowerks?

I rembered reading about a guy who had the same issue, same filter etc in the states..........Here is his update for the fix........ "Hi Guys just an update regarding my CEL, we have resolved the issue and thought you guys might want to know what to do. After removing the stock airbox while installing the air intake kit there is a circuit that was left open and according to the instructions that came with the air intake kit it didn't mention anything about closing that open circuit so what we did using a small wire was to close the circuit and reset the computer module allowing it to run its pre check's and she was a lot happier and no more ECL or traction control warning lights. The whole process took about 20 minutes hope this information would be helpful to everyone. Thanks for the feedback and assistance guys"

Booked mine in a few weeks ago Lexus Parramatta but first available date was end Aug so ended up settling on a date mid Sep. Much longer than expected but not phased, dont expect any issues with mine regarding the recall. They'll give me a loaner as well. Hopefully the GSF so i can upgrade the ISF but highly doubt it lol

Think mine idles about the same, maybe touch more. I used to get the VSC signal monthly and i disconnected the battery etc as a quick fix (not ideal but was lazy lol). Anyways noticed it after i got a catback exhaust (cooincidence maybe but there are anti foulers available). Well i ended up getting a custom tune and not only did it make more power but the VSC signal hasnt come back since so double win for me haha. So good excuse to get it tuned :-)

Got my 90k service for my ISF about 3 months ago. Lexus Parramatta quoted me approx $1300, so i kindly declined lol I always buy me own stuff (OEM parts where possible) to keep costs down. Anyway got Autowerks in Bev hills to do my service given he did a few mods for me and tuned the car etc so he was familiar with it. He is well aware of what is required for the service (even without my service manual), checks everything even down to the wiper blades etc. I supplied the Oil (10ltrs of it at about $65 for 5lts), oil filter from Toyota parts for about $25 (ryco equivalent even cheaper), Aircon cabin filter (Lexus about $70 but can get a Maxflow for about $20), 8 x Denso plugs for under $20 each (Lexus are about $50+ from memory each) and a few other things cant remember.

Mines booked in, no warranty and a loan car wasnt an issue. Had to take it to Lexus about 6 months ago for another recall (cooling fan or something like that). Again they provided a new loan car (some hybrid thing) but generally you may have to wait a bit longer to get a loaner

I hate scumbags like this, trying to gain out of someone else's expense. When i tried selling my WRX few years back, i had a very similar story. Advertised it on a few sites including Gumtree. They wanted the car sent to Darwin etc and it was to be used for transportation (really, a WRX for transportation). So obvious it was sent out to hundreds of ads and they are praying on law of averages that a few will fall for it. At first i told them i have friends in Darwin, whats your address............didnt get a response lol Later in the piece, i said bottom line, $ in my account, verified otherwise no deal. I got paypal pages (fake but actually good fakes) indicating $ in my account (overpaid as well, yeah right not suss at all). Ignored it then they threatened legal action stating they had paid me, wheres the car. I reported it and told them where to go in a nice way. Sad thing is, im sure they do this because some people fall for it in 1 way or another

Havent had a chance to follow the thread in a while. Can you confirm if this will work for my 08 ISF? Some have mentioned issues for the earlier models like mine :-(

I got my letter for a few days ago. Only had the car 18 months and this is my 2nd recall but ah well, better to be safe than sorry. First recall was for some cooling fans screws and other minor things. Got a new loaner for the day, free wash, free interior clean and a Lexus gift..........................a box of Lexus tissues lol. So i might book mine when my car is really dirty again haha

Apexi throttle controller cheap too, about 250ish from memory and easy to install. of course no more power but like sports button with extra :-) Headers ultimately the way to go, no one disputes the power gains but it comes at a cost I even had Liverpool exhaust quote me as they said they can build headers, same specs as PPE etc but cost was virtually the same Yep Autowerks tuned mine. Few of the others on the forums used him so took their advice and it worked out well. Get the tune last once you got all the mods you think you'll be doing to save on $$. There are a few others who can tune the ISF or put some kind of pre tuned map on but never tried them before and some of their power gain claims are quite big which im skeptical of. Rather just look at the before and afters to see the real gains.

Yeah ive done similar. Intake, wheels (bit more bling lol), exhaust, Oil air seperator, RR bushes, tune etc. Headers give big gains just pricey to get done. Personal preference thing but i also got a Apexi Throttle controller. I love it, most do on whatever car it is. Really increases throttle response. Agreed great cars and very reliable (dont want the car in a shop more than on the road, which can happen lol)

Looks good and welcome to the forums. Ive had my ISF now for just over a year and still enjoying it :-) Looks like you already got an exhaust so you know how good they sound. Whats next.............supercharge it..................lol, i would if i had the spare cash lying around lol

Im sure you'll get near double me haha. As i dont like the tank getting too below a 1/4 i often find myself filling up every 300km or so. Ah well fuel economy wasnt high on my priority when getting the car lol

400-500km? That much? I wish i had that kind of fuel economy. I get about 350 in my ISF. Yeah bigger engine i know but i wish i could get close to 400-500 lol

Sorry to hear. Sounds like they didnt get anything right. End of the day i know detailers use various methods but you'd expect the basics to be done. i.e. Swirls removed. Id be annoyed if the end result was something below par vs what i could do myself :-( Hope the new detailer can deliver the results youre paying for. Ive been quoted 900-1100 from a few different detailers, guess thats the going rate.

Didnt know about the twin supercharged. Japan is known for crazy engine work so not surprised. Just waiting for a twin turbo setup like some of the other Euro hi po V8's

Not sure if a mechanic or plumber installed it, talk about plenty of pipe work in that engine bay haha. Bet it would drive great though

Saw this from a Jap website i think. RCF supercharged. Not sure if its a mockup but wouldnt be surprised, im sure someone out there has already modded the GSF, supercharged as well. Once the price drops and the average Joe can afford, it will definitely be good times for Lexus V8 cars :-)

.........and after you get one John, give me your headers at mates rates haha