I just bought a 2011 is350 f sport and it's awesome. Traded in my Audi A4 and so glad I did. I've ordered Momo shift knob and Injen cold air intake. Mines all black like yours. Awesome channel keep the vids coming brotha. Cheers
Haha IS350 is a sleeper and a gem of car. Not the fastest on the road, but not the slowest either. It's also one of the best used car bargains because they last, and last, and last!
Both times are not so good especially the IS-F. I believe you need to shift manually on the IS-F to get better times. The IS350 on the other hand make sure that the VSC/Trac is off and the PWR set to Normal not ECT. ECT automatically shifts a little early hence you lose a bit of power. You need to brake-torque launch anywhere from 1300 rpm to 2000 rpm depending on the road condition and temp. Also did you race at 1/8 tank of gas? Did you remove spare tire, carpets, and manual? Looks like you weigh quite a bit probably around 200+ lbs? That will hurt performance. 95~ 150 lbs would be better. Rear tire pressure needs to be 38 or 40 PSI. And front 48 PSI. Did you do tune up before the race? Change out the spark plugs and ignition coil if both have never been replaced before. U using mobile 1 full synthetic? What was the temp and altitude at the dragstrip you raced? Stock IS350 on a nice weather and good launch can get you 13.1~ 13.2xx quarter @ 104~ 105 mph.
Good information. They are not the best times considering it’s our first time ever drag racing. I had traction off in the 350, but ECT on. The ISF was the same deal. My brother and I are both over 200 lbs and 6 ft tall so I’m not sure we can easily change that lol. I had my tires to about 25psi on the Is350. I’d love to do it again and get better times. Nothing was removed, I had over an 1/8 tank of gas and no tune up, but that may help! I’m not too sure on the track specs. Cecil county dragway in Maryland
I think you have your ECT terminology wrong. ECT is the feature; Power, Normal and Snow (on some cars) are typically the settings. By design ECT PWR increases throttle response and holds shift points longer. That said, there's no reason anyone would want to run in ECT "Normal" while drag racing.
@@alexkillian1133 The person that posted about ECT posted misinformation. By design ECT PWR increases throttle response and holds shift points longer. I leave mine on all the time, but then again I have a GS400 and it needs all the help it can get!
I just sold my 350. Best time was 13.27 @ 105.15 I now have a MY10 ISF and will be documenting the build process and lots of track time. It is summer here now so I am not expecting a 12, maybe 13.10s I would guess. Find out in 3 weeks.
Finally the video I've been looking for!! I've always wanted to compare real life numbers with the IS350 vs IS-F. I've seen plenty of RUclips videos of both cars but never on the same track. This helps give a true breakdown of exactly how much quicker the ISF is. I've had my 07 IS350 since 2009 and I'm about to join the ISF Club thanks for the video!! P.s. how did you launch both cars by the way??
Bro you would have gotten a better time if you would of been revving the car to like 2 grand then just let go of the break. That challenger launched it sick .
Were you in S-mode? I heard the best way to get the fastest time on 2IS IS350 is by leaving it in D, ect pwr off, and just mashing the throttle to the floor.
2:41 The IS350 has and open differential, no limited slip. Hence the one legger. You should look into 235/35-18 front, 265/30-18 rear if you're thinking about putting it on track. This setup fits the 8.5 fronts and 9.5 rears perfectly with very close outside diameter dimensions. 245 in the rear is narrower than stock and might upset the balance when loading up in corners.
255/40-18 is the stock rear size, but I don't like the bigger rear tire look so I made them even. They'll fit, I'm running that setup on my 06 IS350 with 18x8.5, 35mm front offset and 18x9.5, 40mm rear offset Miro 112 wheels(now discontinued), dropped 2 inches. I could get away with 35mm rear offset with no rub, so I might throw a 5mm spacer to push the rear wheels out flush. Minor rub in front behind the headlights, but heating and pushing the liners in fixes that. You could probably get away with 18x10, 40mm offset on the rears without rubbing.
Pfff 12.3 in an ISF? Nah The gearing is less than stellar for drag racing. The IS350 has amazing gearing. Hence why it can hang with the ISF through the 1/8 mile
I own ISF. you have to put it in F mode to really kick some ass. Auto mode is not giving you the best result in racing situation. Dont waste money on intake pretty much a waste on Fs go with Sikky Header and Catback. I cant afford header yet but my boy has it and RR Catback its fast....honestly if you drive the shit out of it the F does well even with just a full catback as it eliminates 2 of the cats..another thing drive the F hard because the computer is constantly monitoring how you drive especially when you get exhaust/header work.
As far as handling, the lowering springs, wider wheels and tires, and front strut bar brace really helped. Many people also do a bigger rear sway bar. It already handles decent in stock form, but it can always be improved.
At this point I just had a hard pipe intake and an eBay exhaust I believe. My car definitely feels a lot better now, over a year later with better parts and maintenance
On the official recorded times, the ISF is only about .7-.8 of a second faster than a 350 on the 1/4 mile. We think the KN typhoon intake and tires were affecting the times. The stock intake and tune now works a lot better.
LOL. I have a 2012 is350 and I was thinking the same thing the other day. I would rather see a 2jz swap into mine though, LS swaps have become too normal... as crazy as it sounds. 600whp would be enough for me. About as fast as my old DD 500whp dsm. 5-600 is about the limit for a daily driver IMO.
Automotive TV never had issues really but the open diff wasn’t the best for burnouts 😂 I got a 2013 Camaro SS, manual. More power, torque and an LSD with a manual.
@@MartyMotoring Oh interesting, im not sure weather to get an infinity 2007+ infiniti g35x/g37x or 2006+ lexus is350 AWD (they sell is350 awd in canada). Which would you recommend?
It did 13.3, and the recorded times are like 12.5-12.9. So you’re right. It’s 3800lbs and only 416hp. We also used Drive mode instead of manual mode which was a mistake. The KN Typhoon filter was terrible also, so we put the stock one back now, got Borla exhaust and a tune. Runs great now!
Marty Motoring yeah I believe at the time of that run he did have carbon fiber stuff replace the hood and other parts. He had headers, exhaust, intake, I think that’s all. If you look his car up on insta I’m sure you’ll like it @quick350
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Congratulations on the 350 it was 0.4 seconds slower than the IS F well done I'm really surprised with that
Is350 is getting mad Respect Brother
I think the IS F sound better than the mclaren
That lex needs a limited slip deferential
I just bought a 2011 is350 f sport and it's awesome. Traded in my Audi A4 and so glad I did. I've ordered Momo shift knob and Injen cold air intake. Mines all black like yours. Awesome channel keep the vids coming brotha.
Cheers
Lol I bought a 2011 is350 f sport black on black about 3 months ago too, im loving it
Francisco Argueta nice. I got a 2012 is350 f-sport black on black as well. whats mods you got on it?
Haha IS350 is a sleeper and a gem of car. Not the fastest on the road, but not the slowest either. It's also one of the best used car bargains because they last, and last, and last!
Trying my hardest to find one here locally
@@anthonyg3016 did you end up finding one?
@@arbaazsandhu9605 damn it's been 5 months and still can't find one. Idk what to get now. Should I go for the lexus ct200
Bro u have to install him PPE headers to get the full HP
Sport mode and manual mode with traction control off yields 12's.
Edgar Yup. My friend ran a 12.3 on his stock isf.
Edgar Hm, will have to try manual mode next time.
Yea yall didnt give that ISF any justice! ISF is a high 12 car drive it harder.
Both times are not so good especially the IS-F. I believe you need to shift manually on the IS-F to get better times.
The IS350 on the other hand make sure that the VSC/Trac is off and the PWR set to Normal not ECT. ECT automatically shifts a little early hence you lose a bit of power. You need to brake-torque launch anywhere from 1300 rpm to 2000 rpm depending on the road condition and temp. Also did you race at 1/8 tank of gas? Did you remove spare tire, carpets, and manual?
Looks like you weigh quite a bit probably around 200+ lbs? That will hurt performance. 95~ 150 lbs would be better. Rear tire pressure needs to be 38 or 40 PSI. And front 48 PSI. Did you do tune up before the race? Change out the spark plugs and ignition coil if both have never been replaced before. U using mobile 1 full synthetic? What was the temp and altitude at the dragstrip you raced? Stock IS350 on a nice weather and good launch can get you 13.1~ 13.2xx quarter @ 104~ 105 mph.
Good information. They are not the best times considering it’s our first time ever drag racing. I had traction off in the 350, but ECT on. The ISF was the same deal. My brother and I are both over 200 lbs and 6 ft tall so I’m not sure we can easily change that lol.
I had my tires to about 25psi on the Is350. I’d love to do it again and get better times.
Nothing was removed, I had over an 1/8 tank of gas and no tune up, but that may help! I’m not too sure on the track specs. Cecil county dragway in Maryland
Mobil 1 synthetic? Why are u even asking? Makes no difference if it's Mobil, Shell, Pennzoil, Redline.
So I just bought a 350 yesterday. I thought the ect power button was supposed to make you go faster? Or is that just at higher speeds?
I think you have your ECT terminology wrong. ECT is the feature; Power, Normal and Snow (on some cars) are typically the settings. By design ECT PWR increases throttle response and holds shift points longer. That said, there's no reason anyone would want to run in ECT "Normal" while drag racing.
@@alexkillian1133 The person that posted about ECT posted misinformation. By design ECT PWR increases throttle response and holds shift points longer. I leave mine on all the time, but then again I have a GS400 and it needs all the help it can get!
I just sold my 350. Best time was 13.27 @ 105.15
I now have a MY10 ISF and will be documenting the build process and lots of track time.
It is summer here now so I am not expecting a 12, maybe 13.10s I would guess. Find out in 3 weeks.
My 370z is slow compared to others but it runs 13.2. 91 degrees and 80% humidity
Running it again today to try and get at least 13 flat
13.69 must be the magic number. That was my best time in mine (vid on my channel)
Finally the video I've been looking for!! I've always wanted to compare real life numbers with the IS350 vs IS-F. I've seen plenty of RUclips videos of both cars but never on the same track. This helps give a true breakdown of exactly how much quicker the ISF is.
I've had my 07 IS350 since 2009 and I'm about to join the ISF Club thanks for the video!!
P.s. how did you launch both cars by the way??
I always want to know, when watching Lexus videos, if the driver engages the performance modes.
Bro you would have gotten a better time if you would of been revving the car to like 2 grand then just let go of the break. That challenger launched it sick .
I think I revved to about 1700, didn’t want to spin. I’ll have to experiment more!
Were you in S-mode? I heard the best way to get the fastest time on 2IS IS350 is by leaving it in D, ect pwr off, and just mashing the throttle to the floor.
Keshav Kumar Also have the traction control completely off. Will give best time.
@Marc Mars It feels faster having the Pwr Switch On, Traction Control Off and In Sport Manual Mode
Yeah let the car shift itself
Nahh ect pwr mode and shift mode on then once u launch put it back in drive
You should S mode shift +/- more faster is350 and you need new tire 4 performance more faster then add turbocharger.
Great video! You should get the RR racing tune and compare times.
Marty Media planning to get it for my is350 as well. I'm in PA too so maybe I'll see you at the drag strip haha
Good run!! Your time could be much better. Have traction control completely off. Leave power button off and you will get better times!!
You think off would be better? Hm
Traction control off makes sense! That’s what I did
Marty Motoring oh ok. I didn't see the traction off monitor on your dash. Cool race though.
2:41 The IS350 has and open differential, no limited slip. Hence the one legger. You should look into 235/35-18 front, 265/30-18 rear if you're thinking about putting it on track. This setup fits the 8.5 fronts and 9.5 rears perfectly with very close outside diameter dimensions. 245 in the rear is narrower than stock and might upset the balance when loading up in corners.
255/40-18 is the stock rear size, but I don't like the bigger rear tire look so I made them even. They'll fit, I'm running that setup on my 06 IS350 with 18x8.5, 35mm front offset and 18x9.5, 40mm rear offset Miro 112 wheels(now discontinued), dropped 2 inches. I could get away with 35mm rear offset with no rub, so I might throw a 5mm spacer to push the rear wheels out flush. Minor rub in front behind the headlights, but heating and pushing the liners in fixes that. You could probably get away with 18x10, 40mm offset on the rears without rubbing.
What mods are done to the IS350?
Nice vid the is350 is on point @13.6 but the isf should be hitting 12.3-12.6
I ran a 13.3 in my is350 here in hawaii all i have is a intake and straight piped exhaust
Nice! Yeah we figured out a few things with the ISF and should be running a better time soon. 13s isn’t bad for an Is350
Pfff 12.3 in an ISF?
Nah
The gearing is less than stellar for drag racing.
The IS350 has amazing gearing. Hence why it can hang with the ISF through the 1/8 mile
isf is 12.8 at best
IS F loose that GMC... wtf, how? Damn.. i think its little bit more powerful
ABAHTI0PUCT is that a serious question? It's a V8 turbo charged pickup truck... What'd you expect?
Gmc is boost not running natural engine
I own ISF. you have to put it in F mode to really kick some ass. Auto mode is not giving you the best result in racing situation. Dont waste money on intake pretty much a waste on Fs go with Sikky Header and Catback. I cant afford header yet but my boy has it and RR Catback its fast....honestly if you drive the shit out of it the F does well even with just a full catback as it eliminates 2 of the cats..another thing drive the F hard because the computer is constantly monitoring how you drive especially when you get exhaust/header work.
Dang dude that thing is fasttttt
Nice run go on 3 yellow light not when it hit green 😎👍
I wonder if this track is close to sea level .
you suck I think so, Cecil country dragway in Maryland
Why didn't u use the pattle shifters on either car
Hey! I’ve read on the forums that leaving it in drive shifts faster. I’ll have to test that though.
ISF is faster with paddles, IS350 is faster in D
can you get it in a manual transmission or just automatic with paddle shifters?
jenifer fabbian lexus stopped making manual cars since the last is300 in like 2002. No more manuals
Great numbers for the first runs!
In your opinion what are the best handling/suspension mods for this car? My wife daily’s her car so the middle have to be practical and comfortable
As far as handling, the lowering springs, wider wheels and tires, and front strut bar brace really helped. Many people also do a bigger rear sway bar. It already handles decent in stock form, but it can always be improved.
Awesome🔥 what mods done with the is350?
Nice times. What are your power adding mods ?
At this point I just had a hard pipe intake and an eBay exhaust I believe. My car definitely feels a lot better now, over a year later with better parts and maintenance
Good to know. I recently got a 14 350 f Sport can’t wait to hit the track. I just have intake and resonator delete hoping to hit in the 13s
Man this came up in my recommendation and u have come so far bro keep up the good work
The ISF should be a lot faster than the 350. The times don't add up
On the official recorded times, the ISF is only about .7-.8 of a second faster than a 350 on the 1/4 mile. We think the KN typhoon intake and tires were affecting the times. The stock intake and tune now works a lot better.
Hey so really a stock intake will do better on a 350?
IS F performs better in manual mode, but you were in auto. It is opposite for 350
True that
After running 13 second passes back to back why would you think racing against an Evo is going to get you in to the 12's?
I barely had the car for a year at that point and was my first time racing lol but yeah it’s never been faster than 13s for me
Did you do the pedal dance tho?
That’s only for 06...07 and up could disable traction control with a button
@@MartyMotoringI know it’s late but in my 07 3GS you just have to hold down the traction button
Fair results
did the is have a tune at all?
Id love to build the absolute shit out of a 2nd gen IS !!
A twin turbo LS would be wicked.
LOL. I have a 2012 is350 and I was thinking the same thing the other day. I would rather see a 2jz swap into mine though, LS swaps have become too normal... as crazy as it sounds. 600whp would be enough for me. About as fast as my old DD 500whp dsm. 5-600 is about the limit for a daily driver IMO.
Does anyone have an idea how many tenths the RR racing tune is good for ?
Do you have any other mods on the is350 other than it being lowered ?
At that point in time a lot of little stuff. Lowered, wheels, exhaust, intake. That was about it. Since sold the car
@@MartyMotoring did you have any issues with the differential? I heard its non LSD diff sucks, what did u buy after this?
Automotive TV never had issues really but the open diff wasn’t the best for burnouts 😂 I got a 2013 Camaro SS, manual. More power, torque and an LSD with a manual.
@@MartyMotoring Oh interesting, im not sure weather to get an infinity 2007+ infiniti g35x/g37x or 2006+ lexus is350 AWD (they sell is350 awd in canada). Which would you recommend?
The isf looks kinda slow for 400+hp
It did 13.3, and the recorded times are like 12.5-12.9. So you’re right. It’s 3800lbs and only 416hp. We also used Drive mode instead of manual mode which was a mistake. The KN Typhoon filter was terrible also, so we put the stock one back now, got Borla exhaust and a tune. Runs great now!
where u buy the steering wheel cover i like it nice and tight???
I think it was ebay....it does fit nice
Im wondering if anyone in this video knows how to launch
😂😂 Track prep sucked that day everyone was saying. It was my first time drag racing and just hit the pedal and go 🤷♂️
@@MartyMotoring haha especially the McLaren
Get an RR tune
open diff.
That is the biggest issue
2010 and up ISF has an LSD but you probably know that!
If you don’t know the difference between a 350 and 370z, you don’t deserve to be there.
It’s the same Nissan with .2 liter difference lol.
My bosses is 350 did a 13 flat
Nice! Good time. I think with the mods I have now I could get closer maybe. The right tires, mods and weight make a big difference
Marty Motoring yeah I believe at the time of that run he did have carbon fiber stuff replace the hood and other parts. He had headers, exhaust, intake, I think that’s all. If you look his car up on insta I’m sure you’ll like it @quick350
Carlos Cortes Nice! Yeah I follow him 😎
Marty Motoring haha nice! We work together at Toyota lol. I’ll give ya a follow too! Really like your vids because I want to mod out my 3rd gen is 👍🏼
Marty make another track vid after you get the headers put on
Excellent video content. Horrible photography quality.