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    Lexus GX550 Production slow down

    If they are slowing production due to replacement engines, then they are going to lose tons of money in vehicle sales.
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    Lexus GX550 Production slow down

    While they seem to be pumping out Tundras, Sequoia production is lacking. Most of what they're producing is high trim and 4WD. I've been looking for a lower trim 2WD, but they're just nowhere to be had.
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    DIY Oil Change Observations

    Literally not true. News companies can have opinions, but if they report inaccurate information that's damaging to another party, they can and have been sued. Other than the thumbnail, I could see nothing in the video that involved Fox News. My guess is that the Fox News logo was simply used...
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    DIY Oil Change Observations

    The not properly cleaned explanation seems suspect given that the engines are from multiple factories. Here's an alternative hypothesis. Did the recall state what Lexus was going to do to remedy the issue?
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    DIY Oil Change Observations

    I think the primary benefit is that they might show a significant change in the quantity of magnetic debris. Of course, if you see a substantial increase in magnetic debris, what are you going to do at that point?
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    PPF and Ceramic. Has anyone else done this and how's it going?

    I was going to recommend the exact opposite. I HATE waxing cars. For me, ceramic is worth every penny just to avoid that. The ceramic helps keep dirt off the car which makes it appear cleaner than it otherwise would be. PPF does help prevent small nicks and scratches. However, the PPF gets...
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    2025 OT Oil Change $191 expensive?

    In my opinion, that's a complete ripoff. I do it myself for about $40 in materials and am happy knowing that it was done correctly. If you want someone else to do it, finding a competent shop is paramount. Pay extra for that if you have to, but don't assume that if they charge more they will...
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    Just looked at the new re-designed 2026 GX550

    I feel like I'm missing something here. Yes, the 550 wasn't redesigned for 2026. Perhaps the OP hasn't been paying close attention and just meant the most recent design of the GX. His question is a valid one. While the mirrors look good, they offer less functional view than typical mirrors...
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    Does anyone find the Sports Luxury ride to be harsh/hard?

    I think that the rough ride is really just the nature of the vehicle. I ordered a Premium+ for my wife. When it showed up, I was completely surprised out how rough the ride was compared to her 2018 Land Cruiser. Fortunately, she said that she can't tell the difference.
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    Skip 15k Service Maintenance

    I literally didn't ask for opinions, though I certainly don't mind hearing them. I was simply providing mine based on my experience and knowledge. That $350 "service" is simply the dealership ripping people off because of their ignorance. Just because one has money to burn, it doesn't make it...
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    Skip 15k Service Maintenance

    You should change the oil every 5k, but that's not even on the list! Everything else on that list is absolute BS. Do you know how to tell the proper time to change the battery in your remote key? When the range starts diminishing or it stops working. You can still get in the car without it...
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    Air filter question

    I am also completely confused about why these black pillow filters are in place. I've literally never seen them before on a car. Are they supposed to be replaced? If so, when?
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    Maintanance require

    My wife's GX550 is coming up on 15k which is when I typically change cabin air filters. I purchased a pair. Thanks for the recommendation.
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    Oil Weight Recommendation after GM engine recall

    I personally don't overthink the particular brand of oil that I use. So long as it meets the manufacturer's specifications, all will be good. Fortunately, there are plenty of good 0W-20 options. Changing the oil at 5k mile intervals is the more important thing. Changing the oil filter...
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