PaulMT

The tyres (front) on these rims are not so new now but I know they will be noisier until run down a bit, but I previously had 19" rims that weren't deep dish and they were noisy with Falken tyres also. I accept the wider tyre must make more noise and to be honest, as I said, on my own I don't care really, but I reckon I can get an equal or better tyre that is less noisy. Without sounding like a *****, the cost of replacing the tyres is not the issue (though like for everyone it's a consideration) it's getting an improvement without losing performance. With the combo I have now I hardly ever lose traction on take off and never at speed or cornering. I chewed out the first front set in a year (45k) and the rears are still the first set though nearly due for replacement. I did start rotating the tyres every 15k but got some many issues with bad balancing and alignment I ended up just sticking to the best configuration until the fronts wore out. I would point out I don't thrash the car, but I don't hand around either and the tyre compound is soft so I expected 40-45k at best. On a side issue, I have started talking with a performance tyre place about replacements and alignment and balancing and all things tyres. Something they have said to me about balancing these bigger wheels is that most places only balance through the hub, not the studs. This can make a big difference if the machines doesn't fit the hub perfectly.

Those three words there kind of say a fair bit. Now I don't suggest driving like a hoon and putting yourself and others at risk, but for traction control to kick in on normal dry road (and you have alright tires), you need to push it past it's limits (ie. take a corner way faster than the speed limit). Also, wet roads makes it easier as well. Hahaha I figured that! Next time it's wet or I'm on a lonely road I will kick it in the &$*& and see what we get B)

:D Oh yeah I do that all right! but sometimes I just want to hear that engine roar and the tyres get in the way of hearing that.

Thanks Speedz, it's good to know it's not just my car! I will be looking around to see what's available and noise & performance will be top of the question list.

Thanks for that, interesting. The Falkens weren't cheap either but I will replace all 4 to get a quieter ride. I've always like Bridgestone because I have had HSV's in the past, but I know Yokohama a very good tyres.

See ya JIN I haven't done it yet, but your trials with the coil overs gave me confidence to go down that path one day, so thanks for that and good luck with your new ride. I have been considering the possibility of trading my car on a new Lexus IS250 Electra Manual. I would be interested in your feedback if you get time to drop by some time.

Hi All I have 245 wide 40 profile Falken tyres on the 19" rims as per my signature photo. On smooth road they make a whirring sort of noise that is fine and acceptable but on heavy or even moderate chip roads they are very noisy. I don't mind it because it sounds like grip to me and I like that but people who come in the car with me comment that it seems noisy. I always say "well, wide wheels and extra traction have a price to pay" but I was wondering does anyone else finds their cars noisy as in road noise and is there a lot of difference between brands re road noise and if so what tread pattern should I look for that would be quieter without sacrificing grip performance. I can't remember what the original 215 Michelin's on the 17" rim's sounded like now though I still have them.

I thought the under floor ground effect kit was standard to all Aurions, not just the SX6, ZR6 or TRD

I don't expect you to add NZ in to your survey because, well, this is a OZ website, but I am an Aussie with an SX6 in NZ so here's my unofficial vote for the non-state state :-) NZ SX6

You know I have never had this "kick in" I drive fairly aggressively within the law if you know what I mean but I have never experienced this and only once the ABS also?? Can you describe a scenario where you are able to force this to happen cos' I'll go try it

Yeah your right, but then it would be a Lexus and would be weighed down with every bit of electronic stuff they could possibly fit into a car so probably 6 to 1 and well so on as far as weight goes...

A great way to ruin the TRD I'd say. This was the general idea thanks to goppy. That ute is as hot now as the first time I saw that image! I would love the Aurion to go AWD. I would trade tomorrow if that was available :D

Hahaha :D I prefer with reflectors, looks good at night in the lights of the car following and does break up the real estate at the back of your car.

Yeah I like that rear on that car. It's very clean looking which as I said before the white Aurion without the spoiler (just the boot lip) looks very cool indeed! I think your also right about the black eyelids, they wouldn't be as good on a white car. And it's great we can all express some individuality with our cars. Where I am there is no Toyota club or mob of Aurion owners, but I imagine when there is a good size gathering of Aurions, all different colours with different wheels, tints, spoilers, lowered or not it must look incredible!

I like the first one's front splitter\spoiler but I don't really like either of the two rear ends, though the second one is the better of the two. I think the Aurion looks very hot lowered and without the rear spoiler

Naaah I wasn't offended, I still think my "blacks" are the best. I just wanted to point out they weren't just unpainted, they are colour coded too. Both styles look cool I think.

Each to their own of course, but just a point here where you are wrong. The black eyelids are not "un painted" When you buy these they come in a creamy plastic white colour. The black is colour coded to the black on the car. On my car the black needed some gold added in to make it the same as all the other black trim.

Here's mine...

Hey thanks for the post and pic... I know nothing about the drags other than I love the sound, smell and power :D Can you explain what I am looking at on the time slip. Is that times for you and another car? Are you Comp Cams? The drag is over a qtr mile isn't at or 1,320 feet, which time is for that? Are you matched up against like for like cars. The MPH (KPH) is that at the time designated I know this probably all seems a bit obvious but I am interested to fully understand. The whole idea of taking my car to the drags is exciting. Oh BTW you have an intake and exhaust mod, do you think these showed any advantage?? Thanks Paul

Oh! is that why there isn't a split seat, I always wondered...

I didn't mean to kick off another "dash Rattle" thread and I realise I now I shouldn't have used that heading When I went in to have my service I told them there was a bit of a rattle coming from the drivers "B" pillar so I was surprised to see the dash thing raise it's head again. DJKOR your right, I won't be having the dash pulled out again. It is basically fixed though this Aurion is by far the rattliest car I have had for many years. I forgive all this because it's so much fun to drive and a cool looking car all round. I am surprised their records didn't show that they had done the Toyota Clip thing but in any case I'll go talk to them and tell them the error they have made. One thing that is coming out of the "hard times" we are supposedly in is that the dealers are definitely trying to pick up their game. I don't get the car service by the dealer I bought it from because their competition is closer to my work, but both are mailing me all sorts of deals to get my business. Might be a good time to go and talk about a Lexus with them :D

I had my car in for it's 45k service today. I didn't look at the bill as my company that I work for pays for the servicing but I keep a copy and I didn't have time to discuss anything with the Toyota dealer. I was looking at it tonight and they say " Rattle detected in Dash during road test, clips ordered, customer to be advised" This would be great for me, except I had the dash rattle way back and was one of the first to have the Toyota "fix" My Aurion SX6 has a few annoying rattles, but I have grown used to it and my new sounds fixes most distracting noises but I am wondering whether I should let them go ahead and do it again or am I looking for trouble having the dash ripped out again - it's been out twice in it's life so far?

My car is part of my work so I have to stay reasonably stock though I am very tempted I must say. Even 20-30mm would look good B)

Awww I don't know, I just followed with the eye lids really, but I think I just got my order away quicker :D I am glad I stuck with my instinct about painting them black though!

Here's my Aurion What have I done since buying it new in February 2008? 19x8 Rims with Falken 245x40 Tyres 30% Tints 7" JVC DVD HD 4x Fusion Speakers with 10" Fusion Sub 650W Main Amp, 900W Sub Amp Black Eye Lids