[{"id": 15544762, "authorName": "Milotic", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/milotic/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Oh awesome, an LS1 swapped IS! Love to see unicorn builds like this. GLWS!", "likes": 6, "timestamp": 1726150037, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15544771, "authorName": "Milotic", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/milotic/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The IS570 badge is a nice touch!", "likes": 9, "timestamp": 1726150108, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15544807, "authorName": "e9er", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/e9er/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "What a sleeper, especially in white.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1726150449, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15544828, "authorName": "parshooter", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/parshooter/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Wow, this is great. I looked through some of the build photos. Crazy. You see engine swaps all the time but never really think about what is involved to get it done right. Made me a bit anxious. GLWS", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1726150650, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15544877, "authorName": "Thumper28 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/thumper28/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thanks everyone for checking out the listing! This was the first documented, 2nd gen Lexus IS, LS swap. I meticulously documented the entire build so if you didn't catch the link above, please check it out here: https://www.clublexus.com/forums/performance/672455-2006-is250-ls1-swap.html", "likes": 7, "timestamp": 1726151005, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15545050, "authorName": "Twigg353", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/twigg353/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "No chance I get this to pass california emissions but what an awesome setup!!", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1726152248, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15545205, "authorName": "skentNOVA", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/skentnova/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Milotic I would have badged it as \u201cIS-FU\u201d but agree the 570 works nicely too", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1726153256, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15545276, "authorName": "Thumper28 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/thumper28/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thanks for the comment Twigg353. I am from Florida and we don't have any emissions requirements. Please check with your local regulations before bidding.", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1726153835, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15545301, "authorName": "Grand-Cayman", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/grand-cayman/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@seller The link to clublexus is not working", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1726153993, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15545405, "authorName": "Thumper28 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/thumper28/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thanks, new link: https://www.clublexus.com/forums/performance/672455-2006-is250-ls1-swap.html", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1726154671, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15545420, "authorName": "osker600", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/osker600/", "bidAmount": 500, "content": "$500 bid placed by osker600", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726154769, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15545479, "authorName": "ageslurkin", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ageslurkin/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Huh, never knew this was a thing. Now I am going to waste an evening research LS swaps into IS, and why the LS 5.7 was chosen over the Toyota 5.7. Love people doing stuff like this. GLWS!", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1726155141, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15545533, "authorName": "Ghosty", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ghosty/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Badass build! I own an LS swapped car so know how complex a project is even though I wasn't the builder. Love the built LS1, with very good components, and the Tremec!\r\n\r\nSubscribed to the ClubLexus thread, but haven't read it yet. Why did you go with a BRZ diffy? Any particular reason, or it just mated well to the stock axles? How sturdy is that LSD with this much more torque than stock?", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1726155494, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15545571, "authorName": "Thumper28 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/thumper28/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@ageslurkin The 5.7 LS is a relatively small engine that fits in small engine bays. They also have and endless selection of aftermarket component and huge power potential. They are a perfect fit for a project like this.", "likes": 8, "timestamp": 1726155751, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15545620, "authorName": "Thumper28 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/thumper28/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Ghosty The BRZ LSD was a direct swap so I knew I could give it a shot without any additional modifications. I don't have any data on its power limitations but has been running fine for probably 10 years and significantly reduced tire spin so I am happy with it.", "likes": 8, "timestamp": 1726155994, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15545836, "authorName": "markmetivier16", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/markmetivier16/", "bidAmount": 1000, "content": "$1,000 bid placed by markmetivier16", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726157405, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15546082, "authorName": "Ghosty", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ghosty/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thanks @Thumper28. So, currently the ABS is disabled, or that function has been transferred to a new system? Does the IS250 have any other factory traction control functions? Are all the airbags and any other safety systems all still functioning I assume?\r\n\r\nHow about factory cruise control? I'm unable to get that working on my current swap, without installing a drive-by-wire throttle body setup and controller.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1726158898, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15546090, "authorName": "SVXRide", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/svxride/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Curious as to why you went with a hydraulic Mustang rack versus sticking with the stock electric rack. Clearance issue?", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1726158941, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15546324, "authorName": "Thumper28 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/thumper28/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Ghosty thanks for the great Questions. ABS is disabled and has not been transferred to a new system, same with factory traction control and cruise control. The Holley EFI engine controller has the option to add in timing controlled traction control but I have never activated this function nor do I know if there is any additional hardware needed.", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1726160283, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15546355, "authorName": "Thumper28 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/thumper28/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@SVXRide As I mentioned in the earlier comment, this was the first documented 2nd Gen IS swap so there were a lot of challenges and not much information out there to help. I had a wiring diagram and I consulted with several Lexus mechanics but ultimately wasn't able to activate the electric steering without communication with the original engine and engine controller. A hydraulic steering rack was the logical and reliable alternative so that was the solution I went with.", "likes": 7, "timestamp": 1726160512, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15547073, "authorName": "SteveTheodore", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/stevetheodore/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This is extremely impressive, and I have to admit that I'm mildly terrified for the seller that it's being offered with no reserve here. I will do my part to help share this auction, as some die-hard Lexus enthusiasts would really appreciate what is happening here. That is a complicated swap, to put it mildly. GLWTA!", "likes": 9, "timestamp": 1726162766, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15547536, "authorName": "Thumper28 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/thumper28/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thanks @SteveTheodore, I am also mildly terrified but hope that the build quality speaks for itself and it goes to a good home for a fair price. I know this car has many years of good times ahead of it and if it wasn't for a daughter who just got her license and another one a few years behind, it probably wouldn't be up for sale at all. Thanks for spreading the word!", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1726163772, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15549506, "authorName": "bmurray1460", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bmurray1460/", "bidAmount": 2000, "content": "$2,000 bid placed by bmurray1460", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726168118, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15549954, "authorName": "Mongoose55", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mongoose55/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "BaT running some sick Lexus builds here recently", "likes": 6, "timestamp": 1726168953, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15553440, "authorName": "Clash0901", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/clash0901/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I sent you a personal message (email). Thanks", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1726186878, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15553520, "authorName": "Thiswasagreatidea", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/thiswasagreatidea/", "bidAmount": 4000, "content": "$4,000 bid placed by Thiswasagreatidea", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726187697, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15553971, "authorName": "Moeboost", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/moeboost/", "bidAmount": 4100, "content": "$4,100 bid placed by Moeboost", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726191995, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15554287, "authorName": "Vtec4ever", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/vtec4ever/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I will never get it\u2026..", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726196433, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15554638, "authorName": "mr_smee", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mr_smee/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The 2.5L was always a head-scratcher for me - never-mind the GDI issues. Cool way to get an ISF.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1726207522, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15554904, "authorName": "Mikew4447", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mikew4447/", "bidAmount": 4400, "content": "$4,400 bid placed by Mikew4447", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726227475, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15554951, "authorName": "JasonRSG", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jasonrsg/", "bidAmount": 5000, "content": "$5,000 bid placed by JasonRSG", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726228800, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15554959, "authorName": "Thumper28 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/thumper28/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thanks @mr_smee, when I built this 11 years ago the ISF was out of my reach. This was my poor man's ISF that ended up turning way more heads once you pop the hood.", "likes": 6, "timestamp": 1726228964, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15554975, "authorName": "Thumper28 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/thumper28/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Vtec4ever I get it, it's not for everyone but you would understand if you drove it. It's fun as hell and the power potential and bolt-on options for the LS are practically limitless.", "likes": 9, "timestamp": 1726229440, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15555919, "authorName": "Moeboost", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/moeboost/", "bidAmount": 5100, "content": "$5,100 bid placed by Moeboost", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726238933, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15556648, "authorName": "JimK", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jimk/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Now this is my kind of Lexus! As an engine swap-a-holic I really appreciate all the work done here. Especially all the un-anticipated stuff, like the electric steering rack refusing to work w/o having the factory engine ECU to talk to...", "likes": 6, "timestamp": 1726244331, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15563857, "authorName": "cnj1933", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cnj1933/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Would it pass Arizona admissions?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726277795, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15564147, "authorName": "Gvsavign", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/gvsavign/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "It looks like when you turn the ac compressor on you have to keep your foot on the gas to keep it running. Is there an issue with the idle when the ac is on?", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1726282898, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15564683, "authorName": "Eaauto1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/eaauto1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Does the ac cycle on and off on its own or is it constantly on till manually turned off?\r\nIs the emissions \u201ccompleted\u201d when odb2 plugged in, does the odb2 port work?\r\nThanks", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1726309917, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15569921, "authorName": "Thumper28 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/thumper28/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Eaauto1 and @Gvsavign, thanks for the questions. You definitely don't need to keep your foot on the gas while the AC compressor is on. Car runs great but occasionally when you return to idle with the AC on, there a fluctuation in RPMs and when this happens you can blip the throttle and smooth it out. AC does not cycle on its own. You turn the compressor on/off with the switch and then control the blower fan speed with the original controls.", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1726345789, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15569967, "authorName": "Thumper28 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/thumper28/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Eaauto1. There is no operational OBD port. The engine is controlled by the Holley EFI and runs fully independent of the Lexus computers.", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1726345922, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15570003, "authorName": "Thumper28 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/thumper28/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@cnj1933, sorry but I don't know anything about state emmisions testing. Please do your own research for your state.", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1726346015, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15571240, "authorName": "Fuenj89", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/fuenj89/", "bidAmount": 5200, "content": "$5,200 bid placed by Fuenj89", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726351795, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15571247, "authorName": "Moeboost", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/moeboost/", "bidAmount": 5300, "content": "$5,300 bid placed by Moeboost", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726351851, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15573362, "authorName": "barryboy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/barryboy/", "bidAmount": 5400, "content": "$5,400 bid placed by barryboy", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726406447, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15574558, "authorName": "JohnZilla", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/johnzilla/", "bidAmount": 5500, "content": "$5,500 bid placed by JohnZilla", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726419617, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15575696, "authorName": "barryboy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/barryboy/", "bidAmount": 6000, "content": "$6,000 bid placed by barryboy", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726424346, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15576043, "authorName": "JohnZilla", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/johnzilla/", "bidAmount": 6500, "content": "$6,500 bid placed by JohnZilla", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726426067, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15576218, "authorName": "barryboy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/barryboy/", "bidAmount": 7500, "content": "$7,500 bid placed by barryboy", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726427913, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15579551, "authorName": "Achman", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/achman/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I own an IS-F, but....I'll bet this is a hoot", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1726499754, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15581099, "authorName": "JohnZilla", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/johnzilla/", "bidAmount": 7777, "content": "$7,777 bid placed by JohnZilla", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726508028, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15591176, "authorName": "Thumper28 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/thumper28/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "It's been a while since I posted this link but please check out the build thread for this car. It's a great read and has more details then I can ever fit on this listing: https://www.clublexus.com/forums/performance/672455-2006-is250-ls1-swap.html", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1726593338, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15593092, "authorName": "osker600", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/osker600/", "bidAmount": 7899, "content": "$7,899 bid placed by osker600", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726598982, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15593934, "authorName": "JohnZilla", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/johnzilla/", "bidAmount": 8000, "content": "$8,000 bid placed by JohnZilla", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726601467, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15595990, "authorName": "cnj1933", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cnj1933/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I would take a chance it\u2019s just one my pass Arizona emissions. What a shame beautiful car God bless and good luck.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1726607864, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15599473, "authorName": "RobPostal", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/robpostal/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "hey Thumper, just to add to the AC questions, I realize the fan speed can be controlled, but what about the temperature? Does the vent guide work (floor/vent/windshield etc)", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1726663211, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15599914, "authorName": "Thumper28 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/thumper28/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@RobPostal, yes on the vent guide, you can still change ac flow to floor, vent, and windshield. I acutally never tried the temperature control but I assume it would still work if you put back in the heater core hoses. I used to have the heater core hooked up but after several years of South Florida heat, I capped them off when I changed out the radiator a few years back. It would take about 10 minutes to hook them back up.", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1726667821, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15599949, "authorName": "Thumper28 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/thumper28/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Hi bidders, still a lot of questions about the AC so I made a short youtube video with an overview of the AC system. Feel free to hit me up with any additional questions or comments.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1726668224, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15600537, "authorName": "SolarWaffles698", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/solarwaffles698/", "bidAmount": 8500, "content": "$8,500 bid placed by SolarWaffles698", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726673320, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15600618, "authorName": "Wpharde", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/wpharde/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@seller would you be willing to hook the heat back up before pickup/ shipping?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726673858, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15600750, "authorName": "Thumper28 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/thumper28/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Wpharde, not a problem at all. I'll discuss with the winning bidder and gladly hook up the heater core hoses if requested.", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1726675006, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15600789, "authorName": "ShawnMehl", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/shawnmehl/", "bidAmount": 9000, "content": "$9,000 bid placed by ShawnMehl", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726675297, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15601014, "authorName": "SolarWaffles698", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/solarwaffles698/", "bidAmount": 9500, "content": "$9,500 bid placed by SolarWaffles698", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726676761, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15601358, "authorName": "azana1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/azana1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Does the vehicle have a strong incomplete combustion smell due to the lack of Catalytic Converters?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726678698, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15601981, "authorName": "Thumper28 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/thumper28/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@azana1 the car does have catalytic converters. They weren't in the original pictures from my build thread but they were added later on and can be seen in image 182.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1726680766, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15602344, "authorName": "azana1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/azana1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thank you very much Sir, sorry I missed that.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1726681815, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15604405, "authorName": "azana1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/azana1/", "bidAmount": 10000, "content": "$10,000 bid placed by azana1", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726688173, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15607338, "authorName": "Thumper28 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/thumper28/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "If you've never owned a car that sounds so good that you keep the door open when start it, you're missing out. This might be your opportunity to own one.", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1726697994, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15607543, "authorName": "Mikeattack", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mikeattack/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Any reason why you didn\u2019t add cams to this build?", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1726699099, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15607952, "authorName": "Thumper28 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/thumper28/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Mikeattack It is cammed. It's got a Trick-Flow TFS-30602001 Cam Shaft. Specs can be found in image 211.", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1726703102, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15607986, "authorName": "JamesAnkrom1967", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jamesankrom1967/", "bidAmount": 10250, "content": "$10,250 bid placed by JamesAnkrom1967", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726703349, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15608406, "authorName": "Gvsavign", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/gvsavign/", "bidAmount": 10500, "content": "$10,500 bid placed by Gvsavign", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726706514, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15608775, "authorName": "Alexfernandez72", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/alexfernandez72/", "bidAmount": 11000, "content": "$11,000 bid placed by Alexfernandez72", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726710595, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15608976, "authorName": "JBrookie13", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jbrookie13/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@cnj1933 in Arizona if the vehicle is over 15 years of age and you have \u201ccollector car\u201d rider on your insurance you can get an emissions exemption.", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1726713431, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15609727, "authorName": "JamesAnkrom1967", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jamesankrom1967/", "bidAmount": 11250, "content": "$11,250 bid placed by JamesAnkrom1967", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726746476, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15609829, "authorName": "mrhirsh", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mrhirsh/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I live in state that requires emissions testing. Anything about this build that would keep it from passing? Eg. CEL, removed catalytic converter.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726748491, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15609853, "authorName": "Thumper28 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/thumper28/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@mrhirsh thanks fror the question. This has been asked a few times and unfortunately I don't know anyhting about emissions testing since it is not required in Florida. The car does have catalytic converters but based on what I have heard in these comments, the fact that I don't have an OBD port might be an issue. There is also a comment below from another contributor that says in Arizona, if a vehicle is over 15 years old and you have \u201ccollector car\u201d rider on your insurance you can get an emissions exemption. Please do your own research for your state.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1726748834, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15609924, "authorName": "Thumper28 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/thumper28/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Happy Final Auction Day!!!! Good luck to everyone and thanks for all of your interest, questions, and comments.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1726749600, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15609934, "authorName": "Thumper28 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/thumper28/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Seeing as this is the last day of the auction, I am feeling a bit nostalgic over here. Here's a throwback video from 11 years ago. For that user that was questioning whether the car was cammed, this is what a cammed LS1 sounds like if you were to put some cutouts on the exhaust before the catalytic converters.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1726749636, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15610411, "authorName": "Robert8198", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/robert8198/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Thumper28, looks like a very nice car but is there any way to eliminate those warning messages and service due notices that are continually showing up in the gauge cluster?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726753920, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15610521, "authorName": "Thumper28 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/thumper28/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Robert8198, I just got used to them so I never put much effort into trying but maybe you can turn them off with the right diagnostics tool.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726754866, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15610696, "authorName": "SolarWaffles698", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/solarwaffles698/", "bidAmount": 11500, "content": "$11,500 bid placed by SolarWaffles698", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726756340, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15611227, "authorName": "Garage305", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/garage305/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Ive seen this vehicle in person. Brett works next door to us. Just yesterday I went over to ask a few questions about the vehicle not knowing if was actually for sale on BAT. Since seeing how clean the car is and how well the fuel swap was done i'be been watching and wanting to bid. TBD. Whoever is the winning bidder is going to get a really unique well equipped vehicle for a solid price. It's very impressive in person even more than the videos which is usually not the case. Thanks for showing me your vehicle Brett. I'll be watching a possibly bidding. Cheers,", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1726759936, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15611282, "authorName": "JPstate", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jpstate/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Question on your YouTube drag strip pull, was the cam and rear end installed then? We're any performance mods installed after that video? \r\n\r\nThanks", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726760343, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15611312, "authorName": "Ghosty", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ghosty/", "bidAmount": 12000, "content": "$12,000 bid placed by Ghosty", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726760531, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15611357, "authorName": "Thumper28 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/thumper28/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@JPstate, that was on stock tires and prior to installing the LSD so there were signficant traction issues. As far as engine mods go, engine was for the most part the same with the exception of the upgraded cooling system.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1726760814, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15611451, "authorName": "Ghosty", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ghosty/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Sorry if it's been answered. What water pump are you using? What's your average coolant temps on Florida Summer days? Regular (orange) DexCool 50/50, Evans, or what else?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726761415, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15611594, "authorName": "Thumper28 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/thumper28/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Ghosty, I don't have any temperature records for you but ever since I put in the BeCool BCI-35223 radiator and BCI-75007 fans, I haven't had any cooling issues at all even in stop and go traffic on a Florida summer day. I am running an oem water pump and gotte be honest that I don't remember what coolant I used.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1726762418, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15611640, "authorName": "Ghosty", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ghosty/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Great, thanks. So the clutch/fly kit was from an LS7-427 donor trans, or new during the build? \n\nApprox 16k miles on the completed engine and trans install, initial tuning? Was it road tuned or on a dyno? What break-in method was used back then?\n\nAny investigation into the 25% high tach reading, simple fix, or unknown cause at this point?", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1726762995, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15611818, "authorName": "Thumper28 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/thumper28/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Ghosty, great questions. The LS7 Clutch Kit (which included the pressure plate, disc, and flywheel) was purchased brand new, I believe from Scoggin Dickey Parts. \r\nThe OEM engine was pulled at 103.8K (you can see this in my youtube video from when I sold the OEM engine) so the LS1 and T-56 Transmission have just under 16K on them since they were both rebuilt.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1726763890, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15611837, "authorName": "dereckradford", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dereckradford/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This is a tough one for me, I love the older IS300s and swapping LS's into them. I have one right now tore down but maybe this would fill that void \ud83d\ude2b", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726764026, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15611902, "authorName": "Thumper28 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/thumper28/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Ghosty The 25% high tach reading is because the signal comes from the crankshaft position sensor and is fed right into the OEM tach signal. Since the crankshaft is for a V8 and the tach is looking for a signal from a V6, it thinks the engine is running at 8/6th of the actual speed, hence the ~25%. You might actually be able to correct this by running the signal through the Holley EFI or there are a few products on the market to fix this including a SGI-100BT made by Dakota Digital. Personally, I just got used to it. Also, the Lexus has a really cool feature on the OEM tach where you can program a yellow shift light at any RPM you want. It's a feature that I don't think many people know about. I'll link a video from youtube showing this feature (not my video).", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1726764405, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15611921, "authorName": "818rob", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/818rob/", "bidAmount": 12250, "content": "$12,250 bid placed by 818rob", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726764511, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15611943, "authorName": "818rob", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/818rob/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Very odd build but loving it\r\nIt\u2019s just wrong and so many ways that it makes sense for some reason I\r\n like weird When it\u2019s in a good way, like this little beast", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1726764632, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15611985, "authorName": "Thumper28 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/thumper28/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "NOTE TO ALL BIDDERS. If you can't tell by now, this car has been a huge part of my life for the past 11 years. Even though I guarantee it is one of the cleanest swaps you'll find, It's still a \"project car\" so there are a lot of details and nuances that I just can't fit in this listing. My hope for this auction is that this car goes to a good home with a passionate owner. I'll make sure you have all my contact info and I'll be available to answer questions and help out as much as I can so you can enjoy this car as much as I have. Good luck with the bidding!", "likes": 10, "timestamp": 1726764880, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15612341, "authorName": "DPasic13", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dpasic13/", "bidAmount": 12500, "content": "$12,500 bid placed by DPasic13", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726766219, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15612345, "authorName": "818rob", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/818rob/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@seller\r\nYou\u2019re a good man for your last message", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1726766237, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15612348, "authorName": "818rob", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/818rob/", "bidAmount": 13100, "content": "$13,100 bid placed by 818rob", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726766252, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15612410, "authorName": "Ghosty", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ghosty/", "bidAmount": 14000, "content": "$14,000 bid placed by Ghosty", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726766453, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15612469, "authorName": "TSR90210", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/tsr90210/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "What a great build these things were fun to drive before he did the engine swap and all the other changes \nThis is fun just waiting to happen", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1726766623, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15612483, "authorName": "818rob", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/818rob/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Seller\r\n@buyer and bidders\r\nGood luck with the sell good luck with the win\r\nAnd most of all have a good time", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1726766650, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15612502, "authorName": "mcefalo", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mcefalo/", "bidAmount": 14500, "content": "$14,500 bid placed by mcefalo", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726766701, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15612566, "authorName": "Ghosty", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ghosty/", "bidAmount": 15000, "content": "$15,000 bid placed by Ghosty", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726766880, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15612578, "authorName": "mcefalo", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mcefalo/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "You can clearly see how much effort was put into this. Whether its something you can see yourself driving or not, you have to respect this gearhead for his accomplishment, awesome job with this one!\r\n\r\n-Mark", "likes": 6, "timestamp": 1726766898, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15612608, "authorName": "mcefalo", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mcefalo/", "bidAmount": 15500, "content": "$15,500 bid placed by mcefalo", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726766976, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15612617, "authorName": "Ghosty", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ghosty/", "bidAmount": 16000, "content": "$16,000 bid placed by Ghosty", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726767000, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15612652, "authorName": "JamesAnkrom1967", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jamesankrom1967/", "bidAmount": 16250, "content": "$16,250 bid placed by JamesAnkrom1967", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726767116, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15612662, "authorName": "Ghosty", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ghosty/", "bidAmount": 16500, "content": "$16,500 bid placed by Ghosty", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726767164, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15612714, "authorName": "JamesAnkrom1967", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jamesankrom1967/", "bidAmount": 16750, "content": "$16,750 bid placed by JamesAnkrom1967", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726767278, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15612722, "authorName": "Ghosty", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ghosty/", "bidAmount": 17000, "content": "$17,000 bid placed by Ghosty", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726767297, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15612771, "authorName": "Ghosty", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ghosty/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Sold on 9/19/24 for $17,000 to Ghosty", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726767418, "type": "bat-bid-reserve"}, {"id": 15612977, "authorName": "bw76", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bw76/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Simply AMAZING build -- such talent. Impressed Observer.\r\nI read through a chunk of the ClubLexus thread by Thumper.\r\nHave fun w/ this ride! Be safe.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1726767990, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15613409, "authorName": "Ghosty", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ghosty/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Awesome, thanks Thumper!! Excited for things to come with this car also. Your ClubLexus build thread is one of the best I've seen, and rivals some great Supra build threads from back in the day.\r\n\r\nTagging @Supraman, @SteveTheodore, @KenHenderson", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1726769348, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15613734, "authorName": "Thumper28 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/thumper28/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Congrats @Ghosty and thanks @JamesAnkrom1967 and @mcefalo for your last minute effort. I appreciate all the kind words about the build thread, it was a labor of love. Thanks also to BaT for such a smooth experience so far and a fun platform.", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1726770386, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15628620, "authorName": "Supraman", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/supraman/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Nicely done @Ghosty ! I just went through the build thread on CL, and wow! What an impressive build, major props @Thumper28. Such an amazing vehicle going to a great enthusiast home, the three pedal IS-F we never got. Congrats to you both!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1726875354, "type": "comment"}]