S-LudeDan

^ those are some nice plans!

hey, does Koito make OEM fogs for Lexus? or is it someone else? I know they make fogs for Toyota.

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KahnBB6

Thanks! And no, I don't believe so. They may make bulbs but the actual fog lamp housings and lenses are designed
by Toyota, although the SC300's and SC400's are basically Toyota Soarers so it is possible that Koito designed the
fogs for the 1997 refreshed exterior. I doubt it though for this model.

92-94 SC's only had "cornering lamps" which were then redesigned for 95-96 to be fog lamps-- but look exactly the
same. That was definitely all Toyota designed.

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S-LudeDan

yeah they are Toyota designed, but Koito is the company that makes lights for Toyota. They manufacture based on Toyota designs. Sorta like STANLEY makes certain Honda lights.

I was just wondering who makes lights for the Lexus branch of Toyota. What does it say on the lens of your fog lights?


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Koito makes some Honda lights too

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KahnBB6

I'm not sure honestly. I'd have to remove one of them from the car to look or pull the splash shield. When I get in there to rewire I will check the rear of the housings.

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KahnBB6

Another update for October. In the last couple of months I've done a few more things. I really need to post more pictures.

-wired up the 97+ fog lamps and, after a lot of research, figured out how to get my aftermarket interior switch through the
firewall without drilling. What a PITA that was but they work!

-installed a plug n play Phillips 4200K HID hid that uses the same 9006 bulb size that my car needs. I'm sure it's not as good
as a retrofit but it is still a night and day difference on this car and I am more than happy. My Prelude halogens were fine to
drive with but the SC halogens were another story. And since SC's had projectors from the factory I don't blind people!

-had to install a brand new front cat for my upcoming smog test (199k miles). My pretest numbers were passable but the HC's
were at the limit. Thanks Cali for the Test Only designation one year ahead of when I should have been due.

-installed an aux audio connection into the factory stereo using a ground loop isolator from Radio Shack. It sounds clear and crisp!
No need for an aftermarket stereo!

-fixed my leaking distributor o-ring gasket.

-figured out how to re-wire my Supra TT driver's seat electrical cable to operate with the SC's driver side seatbelt dash warning light.

-bought a set of black 2003 Lexus LS430 hood washer nozzles to replace my old ones. All Lexus washer nozzles are pretty much
compatible with most of their older models, fyi.

-Taking both my 4.272:1 Lexus open differential and 3.769:1 Supra TT Automatic Torsen LSD differential to Driftmotion this week
to have the Torsen LSD swapped over to the Lexus diff. I will keep the Supra 3.769 diff parts and stock 4.083 for possible future plans.

That's it for now. 2012 plans include a custom Vibrant catback exhaust (with no resonators), a rear brake job, new front seat leather from
Leatherseats.com and, when necessary, going down in tire size from 245/45-17 FR & 275/40-17 RR --> 235/45-17 FR & 255/40-17 RR.
Since the car is not turbocharged this will help a little with acceleration as well as handling and the ability to break loose the rear end a
bit more with the reduced tread area.

There are a couple of minor interior things to replace but the car is basically near completed. Good thing too. I need a break.

And then I start thinking about turbos Oh Cali: you and your visual inspections and one-year-early smog test letters...

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lifeinthelude

pIERCE the 16 y/o kid looking to go fast is me... and i drive my dad's old 99 base and absolutely love it, he's had it since brand new and now it's registered under my name and I had the option to look at other cars but I absolutely love my lude and it does the job just fine for me

my97lude

KahnBB6: You should either get a prelude "beater" or start putting some lude parts on that LEXUS.
You are on a PRELUDE forum for pete's sake!! LOL

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-1992 Honda Accord DX... sold
-1993 Honda Accord EX 5spd...Sold
-1991 Honda Prelude SI... Sold
-1989 Honda Prelude AWS... Sold
-2002 Honda Civic EX... Sold

-Now-1997 Honda Prelude 5spd Base model with SH engine and Tranny... In the process of restoration.


-oh yeah... I'm also a chevy guy.

zfinatic

he owned a lude for 10 years....he could be driving that chicks mini and still have a right to be here lol.

KahnBB6

Haha, my97lude. I hear you. I do still like Preludes but one car is all I can afford right now. The community here is good and supportive, too. I did look for another Prelude but they are getting harder to find in great condition. I'd only get another 97-01 in Base 5-speed form. And it would immediately get a Quaife LSD. No more SH. After putting a Torsen in my SC300 I will only own LSD cars from now on.

Zfinatic-- thanks!

Happy new year guys!

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KahnBB6

Truth be told I do wish I'd kept my Mugen pedal set from my old car. I still think those are the nicest aftermarket pedals available. The pedal sets from TRD, despite their quality, look gaudy like they belong on a Transformer rather than a sportscar. The Mugen would look great on any car because they are so simple and classy.

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my97lude

I'm glad you get I was joking around with ya...

Yeah... I didn't like the design of the ludes 92-96 (looked like every other car) and when the 97-01 models came out I either couldn't afford it or had another car loan when I finally could. When I got my new 02 civic, I was in a good financial situation, but they didn't make the ludes anymore. Pisser.

I think it is awesome that you were able to get the Prelude new, keep it so long, and know exactly how it was driven it's entire life.

I like the Lexus line also... nice cars... nothing like the Prelude you had, but then again, it seemed like you were ready for a change... the accident just brought it to you a little quicker than you had planned.

Happy New Year to you as well!

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-1992 Honda Accord DX... sold
-1993 Honda Accord EX 5spd...Sold
-1991 Honda Prelude SI... Sold
-1989 Honda Prelude AWS... Sold
-2002 Honda Civic EX... Sold

-Now-1997 Honda Prelude 5spd Base model with SH engine and Tranny... In the process of restoration.


-oh yeah... I'm also a chevy guy.

KahnBB6

I feel very fortunate to have been able to keep the car as long as I did. It grew on me over time. I was ready for a change but I never really wanted to let it go. I was sad to see it gone.

I also prefer the 97-01 over 92-96. The older DOHC VTEC cars are technically better packages since they are lighter though. You've had many more cars than I but I am glad you finally got a Prelude. They are still better looking, more full of character than most new models and very practical. Have you got the ATTS working on your swap yet? I found it to be amazing when driving with a 450/325 Koni-GC suspension in canyons.

The 92-00 SC's I like. 98-99 LS400's are nice too if you want a nice sedan but I generally don't like new Lexus cars. Only one model has a manual transmission (IS250) and they just don't sell anything sporty like the first SC's. They made one model I liked, lol

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