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Sledge has nothing to do with your LS...it was a sometimes a problem with other models...
Simiply put it it a gummy build up in your engine. I hope this helps.
Disclaimer: I don't build em or fix em ...I just drive them.
Sledge is a type of hammer, a heavy one, maybe like the one possibly used on the Japanese engineer who screwed up the initial V6 engine design that made it subject to sludging.......
The end.
Thank you.
I'm on my second LS purchased from Hendrick Lexus in Charlotte; they are a great dealership. I have an 04 LS Custom...let me know if you have any questions.
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the moto v 551 locked onto cingular is the best for the price . it is a quad mode
world capable phone . the speakerphone is ample . the bluetooth is fast to mate with the hitatchi navigation system in the ls430 ( 2004 + 2005 ) and the lx470
( 2004 & 2005 ) and the 2005 gx470 . { from personal experience } .
the 551 can be bought brand new on e bay for $ 318 + shipping ... without signing a new or additional contract . however , you WILL NEED A NEW SIM CARD FOR CINGULAR ... ( $ 30 at best buy ) or the reseller on e bay .
the equivelent att phone ( also on e bay ( new ) ... is the moto v 525 .
the difference between the 525 and 551 is the v 551 has video streaming , and the 525 does not have video streaming .
the att sim cars can easily miss cingular's gsm towers . the phone you have
( 6310i ) is a GAIT phone ... ie : it is listening to 850 tdma and 1950 gsm
so it doesn't miss a tower . ( that's why you'll need a cingular sim card ) .
any questions ... please ask here on site . mitchell rowe
it is integrated into the radio also . mitchell rowe
would be the same for the motorola razor with one exception : the razor is double the cost with more things to break .
ALL CINGULAR PHONES THAT ARE GSM USE A SIM CARD . the nokia 6360i is a GAIT phone with no sim card . the tdma systems have been mandated out of existence in a couple years . consequently tdma and gait phones are not built
with the bluetooth technology .
GSM is the " world standard " any " unlocked " gsm quad mode ( 4 bands ) phone will work on any system in a majority of the world .
IN THE LEXUS NAV SYSTEM : YES ... THE RADIO MUTES , THE PHONE RINGS THROUGH THE RADIO , THE MICROPHONES ARE UP IN THE CEILING WHERE THE SUNGLASS HOLDER IS , AND IF YOU ARE TALKING ON YOUR BLUETOOTH ENABLED CELL PHONE AND GET INTO THE LEXUS , START THE ENGINE , ... THE BLUETOOTH MATES WITH THE CELL PHONE , AND THE CALL AUTOMATICALLY IS SWITCHED AS FAST AS YOU CAN BLINK TO THE FUJITSU NAV SYSTEM . THE REVERSE WHEN YOU TURN OFF THE ENGINE , THE CELL PHONE BEEPS AND THE CALL IS BACK ON YOUR CELL PHONE .
if you buy your phone direct from a cingular company store , they will " burn "
a free sim card for you . the price on v 551 without a contract ( phone only is $ 250.00 . the razor could go as high as $ 500 to $ 700 . mitchell rowe
a) the v 710 is a CDMA PHONE . cdma is unique to verizon and sprint in the usa.
cdma = code delivery multiple access . it is a proprietary system patented and licensed by qualcomm .
b) a cdma phone ( like a v 710 ) will not mate with a tdma or gsm system .
tdma = the older system that att and cingular use . gsm = the new system that att and cingular , and deutche telecom ( t phone ... etc. use ) tdma stands for time delivery multiple access . gsm is now the world standard ( finally )
c) therefore : you cannot buy a razor for anything but gsm ( cingular -etc )
d) the v 710 is subject to quite a bit of controversy as to old version and new version , and possibly some class action .again you can only use the v 710 for verizon . AND , the v 710 IS THE ONLY CURRENT PHONE ON THE MARKET
THAT IS CDMA- VERIZON AND BLUETOOTH .
e) all of your complaints about the v 710 are fixable by yourself in the programming of the v 710 / mating the bluetooth technology in the lexus .
as follows :
1- go into settings in the lexus nav system ( re the phone ) and erase everything totally ... item by item .
2 - shut the engine down and remove the key , or if you have keyless entry , walk away from the lexus more than 10 meters in length for a few minutes .
3 - start the engine , go to settings for the phone in the nav , set up the mating of
the v 710 and the bluetooth in the new ( add a phone item ) ...
your set up code in the v 710 shoulsd be the lexus default setting of 1212 .
4 - after the v 710 and the nav mate , you must program each item in the v 710
memory ... one item at a time . the whole phonebook will not download at once .
this is true of all the motorola bluetooth phones whether verizon or cingular . one entry at a time . yes it's boring and frustrating to do . BUT , that's how their rocket scientists at moto wrote the software .
IF YOU CANNOT DEAL WITH THE MONOTONY, YOUR LEXUS DEALER HAS A GEEK WHO WILL . ..... mitchell rowe
HAM RADIO ( call sign K3OKY ) and collecting lexus cars . if i can help , i am in the phone directory . mitchell rowe
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Thanks, Michael
I got a "Noah" cover with free shipping for about $170.00.
I especially like the "Noah" type which has a first class fit and has performed
amazingly well in both hot and freezing conditions.
My LS430 is black and I can vouch for the convenience of having this cover.
It seems to repell all elements - maybe over time this quality will diminish but it's been great for over a year now.
What's remarkable about the material is that it doesn't let moisture get to the surface of the car but when the sun comes out it's somehow breathes, so there is no accumulated condensation between the surface of the car and the cover.
...starting to sound like a saleman now
Bottom line - for 170 bucks it's a good deal.
After two interstate road trips in two weeks, I hand washed it to remove the dead insects. That's when I noticed some small chips or dinks in the paint finish on the front bumper. I don't think we're down to the primer, as what I see is black and not white. Thankfully, the body paint seems allright.
Does Lexus use a softer clear coat paint finish than other manufacturers? Could it be just on the bumpers? I don't think our '98 Avalon had this problem, but a lot can change in seven years. I just don't seem to remember this happening on other makes we've owned, or perhaps I am overreacting.
Is there a collective wisdom on this? Thanks.
I have definitely noticed this on my new LS430 too. The paint doesn't seem to be especially durable. My LS400 paint is much better at resisting these sorts of things. My last LS430 seemed to have the same problem as well. It did not resist scratching well at all. I even treat my cars with a nice Autoglym Polish/Sealer and then top it off with a hard 3M wax..It's cut down on the incidence of scratches, but it still is a problem. I wonder if this is just a Lexus thing.
Since my wife took my car over, (I don't have a chance in hell of getting it back at this point) I've been driving my Ls400 most of the time. It has about 94,300K on it, and is 13 yrs old. It still is whisper quiet and delivers an ultra smooth ride. The paint is great on it. The only complaint is the leather on the driver's seat has cracked. I suppose a good redye job will fix it.
I have to say, this car has held up remarkably over the years. It really has been a true pleasure to own. I suppose it's what keeps me a Lexus customer. I really did want an S Class last time, but the positive experience I've had with these cars is what made me come back. I only can hope Lexus continues to build cars with this sort of long term build quality. I prefer this car for leisurely drives. I don't know, but the new one doesn't seem to drive as smoothly. But it does make up for it, with all the electronic goodies. At times I feel like a 747 pilot instead of a mere auto driver!
SV
Also what your favorite color combinations?
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The colors, individually, are great (we have mercury metallic/ash) but I'm not sure they would work together as a team. Would you wear that combination in clothing?
I think that rich deep red would look really nice with the cashmere or saddle color. Just my opinion, since you were asking. :shades:
In an IDEAL world with no dirt or scratch marks possible, this car ROCKS in the black/beige combo. Black scares me in the REAL world though -- I had a black SUV once and it had noticeable swirl marks and scratches all over after a year of use.
Still... if the color moves you... go for it. That's why there's wax!!!
It's true..I've found on my newer Lexus cars that the paint is not very durable. It scratches way too easily. I've had a heck of a time with my new '05. I don't even know how the trunk lid got so scratched up. Chips are a problem too. In contrast, my 92 LS's paint job has held up very well.
But this problem has a very easy solution:
Using a clean Terry 100% Cotton towel
1) Prep the car using a Clay Bar..Mothers sells a great kit
2) Use a two stage polish/sealant like Klasse or Autoglym
3) With Autoglym you can layer a hard Carnuba wax over it like 3M's Imperial Paste Wax.
The Sealant is very durable and will last 6 months. 3M's wax is about the toughest Carnuba wax you can get out there. Not only will the car look great, it will stay shiny. More often than not, dealer detail effect is gone once the car has been rained on. Most people don't realize that the car needs to be polish and waxed at least once a year to maintain a great shine and protect the paint. An easy way to check your finish is to put your hand on the paint. It should feel as smooth as glass. If not, you are in need of a detail.
Hope this helps,
SV
Well, I just ran out to the car and low and behold, you are right on the money. The "auto adjust" was off. I must have accidentally turned it off during Daylight Savings Time adjustment. Thanks again dval!
I ended up buying my black cherry/cashmere Modern Lux LS from Lexus of Stevens Creek for $1,000 over invoice. But they nailed me for adding 17" chrome rims and XM Satellite Radio, which was fine because I really wanted those items. FYI, Lexus of Serramonte made me the exact same offer.
I bought my GS400 from Lexus of Stevens Creek and had all its servicing done there. They have always treated me very well and was happy to buy from them again. But Serramonte and Putnam also have good reputations.
Hope that helps!
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