I Made The Free Lexus MECHANICALLY PERFECT After Fixing A Big Issue Deep Inside The Engine!

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[@LegitStreetCars]

Here's the final restoration video and Lexus giveaway video! kzbin.info/www/bejne/nom4ZmeQn9V9eJI

[@is300glenn]

He's back to his strengths - restoring neglected cars with immense knowledge and experience. He's great!

[@kmvuniverse]

😂😂😂😂dude

[@deeeezel]

I do the same thing to the old Mercedes s class

[@edvardsz3539]

@@deeeezel which one?

[@DScaglione.]

@@deeeezel how old a benz?

[@VinceCannavaII]

Did he teach you how to love again? Disney called, they want the rights to make a movie.

[@Greenhornet411]

I love these types of full maintenance videos on neglected “normal” cars. Please continue posting this type of content.

[@SuzukiKid400]

100% agree with this guy

[@Canadian_Icecube]

1000000 % agree !

[@KoalaPhD]

Can watch those the whole night long and never get tired

[@shingie_x]

Alex seems to be really enjoying this new chapter of his life.

[@B1eardog]

Alex, I can’t tell you how much I look forward to these videos. I spend a lot of time on YT with lots of varying interest but, you are one of the few whose videos I can’t wait for. I pray that you will have much success with your channel. You have a good heart dude.

[@kris856]

try also M539 restorations - same/similar attitude :) Also worth spending (a lot of time) time watching

[@Samcrac]

I love Rock Auto just as much as the people that troll me in your comment section

[@rockyloccgarage2040]

They're good though, except for the crappy aisin thermostat that didn't work for my car, it was too small nothing to do with the part or service

[@crownhic6827]

🤣

[@kmvuniverse]

😂😂😂 dude

[@HabibRKO]

Shut up Sam

[@andrewphillips470]

Put the I phone away and fix that Ferrari!😁😁😁👍

[@ikutoisahobo]

I love the way you joke and talk with 'yourself' (but actually us). Love the humor and random dad jokes. Really enjoy it man! Just know we appreciate every minute and detail you put in these videos.

[@GarageItYourself]

Ah, the joys of DI engines. For anyone that owns a DI engine I strongly suggest upgrading the PCV system with a good quality oil separator plumbed into the PCV. If you can remove 99% of the oil mist from the blowby gasses then gummed up valves and inlet tracts will no longer be an issue 😉

[@georgekallely7103]

What about the valve cover breather valve? I just bought a oil catch can for this very car, but noticed there is a valve cover breather that goes into the intake

[@GarageItYourself]

@@georgekallely7103 Anything that gets sucked into the intake from the engine needs to have the oil mist removed or else it just gums up the valves.

[@emiller7040]

When I switched from buying Mercedes to Lexus, the Benz dealer told me they were just glorified Toyotas. That's been 22 years ago, I never bought another Mercedes after owning 3. My glorified Toyotas have been excellent. So glad you're fixing this Lexus and donating it. What a great car for someone in need!

[@neilbarratt1523]

Nothing wrong with glorified Toyota’s.

[@lanzarlaluna]

What the MB dealer really meant is that Lexus is like MB, but reliable.

[@bigjbandit]

Alex watched "The Karate Kid" before taking off the one wheel. We're glad he did too! Next video...wax on, wax off.

[@TheCarCareNut]

Awesome work! For the spark plugs look at the tip of the plug where the coil side. Factory plugs will have either a letter or some kind of mark replacements won’t. Very curious if these are factory and they could be since it’s 120k plugs

[@abdelrahimmohammed1814]

Hi AMD!

[@hondaveetc82]

Shut ip

[@TheCarCareNut]

@@abdelrahimmohammed1814 Hello!

[@kgisabeast]

Pretty sure Denso is the oem plug on most lexus vehicles so they likely were, although they’re recommended at 60k by lexus

[@n.shiina8798]

@@kgisabeast what he meant is, factory plugs would have toyota/lexus logo (or name) on it apart from the manufacturer markings --- how strange. i got notified someone replied about yellow tip but can't see the actual comment. this is the 2nd time i can't see someone's comment on yt :/

[@TiptronicSS]

The tire mule kick was really unexpected and hilarious 😂😂 keep up the fun and positivity Alex. Thank you for 50 mins of fun! Discovery channel should run your video's 😄

[@justinsvidz]

Denso Iridium plugs are OE for Toyota, though they sometimes come with NGK also. The original plugs will have a paint mark on the top of the electrode where the coil sits. They actually use paint marks on most original parts like struts, springs, and mounts.

[@jacksonbeje]

I'm addicted to your channel. Special Car fixing....keep the good work

[@KirkLazurus]

LOVING these near hour long uploads.

[@rhysparker6504]

Rapidly becoming my favourite channel. No silliness, few distractions, just good old-fashioned mechanicing (real word), put across on a light-hearted way. Keep it up Alex 👍

[@LegitStreetCars]

Thanks brother. I appreciate that.

[@aliabbabua]

THE COMMITMENT OF THIS MAN. Love the full out effort and fun you having with this one Alex. KEEP IT UP!

[@jasonp410]

Alex's wife be like "honey have you seen my favorite pink tank top anywhere?" 🤣 🤣 My vote is that those are the original plugs great work🤘🤘

[@DarkChocolate325]

This it's better than waiting on Saturday morning cartoons as a kid! Appreciate the great content! Happy Saturday.

[@LegitStreetCars]

Thanks for watching!!

[@ytsux9259]

Heck no! Waking up early on Sat mornings was the best time of my kid life.

[@RealRickCox]

I love the details you're showing and, more importantly, how you're doing something for someone in your community. Whoever gets this car is going to be very blessed.

[@yulaw5110]

Love these long vids so nice to see the work getting done up close and personal

[@Ecozzy0123]

You’re The only KZbinr who I can sit down and watch a complete 30-45 minute video. Love the content keep up the good work bro.

[@colliecollie6822]

Have to agree with this. I find myself forwarding through less of his videos that most every other that pops up.

[@colliecollie6822]

One example of why it is so engaging is his awareness of the elephant in the room about the rust spots on the rear fender that you rarely get from most channels..

[@kevinc31]

This a great build series. Learned some new things. Love the range of vehicles on this channel. Shop is looking sweet.

[@Keefteef]

Great video, love seeing all the work from start to finish. Thanks!

[@tauqirk.r5219]

I just want to say that you make really good content and it's educational for me to watch and now you featured my favorite car brand which makes it a hundred times more interesting for me to watch.

[@100PercentJake]

"Not perfect, but no more poo!" - Me in the bathroom

[@jasonw7497]

You like scat play too?

[@cigarsgunsandgasoline8032]

Yeah, with your mother...

[@effendyzainalabidin676]

@@cigarsgunsandgasoline8032 hahaha .. language people, language 😆

[@Avalon491]

21:48 He sounds like he could be Chrisfix’s brother.

[@JamaicanCowboy]

Alex, this style of video is why I originally starting watching your channel. Really love seeing this type of content again. Great work and I love forward to seeing how the Lexus series progresses.

[@YooJin717]

What a great video! Thanks for all your hard work Alex! Really enjoy watching all your videos.

[@im_an_alvani]

I LOVE the long form videos. Appreciate all the work you’re putting into this channel.

[@themanthelegend7048]

Rock auto just gained a customer. I wanna see you get more sponsors to give away more cars.

[@DeusVolo]

RockAuto is really great!

[@Jordn336]

Rock auto is solid I get 90% of my parts there. Wheel hubs, o2 sensors, pulleys etc.

[@MrCarGuy]

It's good but most aren't OE quality parts. Just have to understand that.

[@EnthusiastAustralia]

I love your straight forward honest content, keep 'em up bro.

[@7binus9]

Thank you for putting so much material into one video. It really is an absolute joy to watch, and is immensely appreciated. You could milk ad revenue by splitting it into more videos, but I think everyone here really loves your content because of this format. All the best!

[@tda2806]

I am surprised that I actually shared your excitement over cleaning a mass airflow sensor, your enthusiasm is infectious!

[@shootr04]

I love this type of content - saving a vehicle that has been neglected or written off but still has great potential. It shows how far some basic maintenance and troubleshooting can can go in bringing something back for many more years of service. Keep it up Alex!!

[@sergioambrosinojr5559]

Alex as usual sharing another awesome video. I like his simple style and his appreciation for taking his time putting this car together to help someone in need. 👍🏻

[@scotfenedick6618]

@LegitStreetCars, I personally think this format is awesome. I look forward so much to the content every week that watching a car go from neglected to loved is pretty soul satisfying. This is a sign of great things that are going to happen on this channel. Thanks!

[@Deelerious87]

Lexus Master Tech of 15 years here. This was entertaining to watch cuz we pretty much do the same thing. We used the cleaner through the intake before, but we found out it didn't work to well. So we switched to walnut blasting. Great job cleaning with picks. 👍🏼👍🏼👏👏

[@arielsantos5749]

I love you working on cars, it's so real and easy to follow. More power from the Philippines.

[@easternpa2]

Just found your channel and wanted to say your whole approach is so inspiring! Absolutely amazing watching you work your way through and around the car. Thank you!

[@markg.2501]

Great video Alex....Love the excellent view we have with your lighting in the new shop. Thanks For The effort. ⭐⭐🏆⭐⭐

[@BryanW916]

44:45 These trans are safe to just do a drain and fill with the Toyota WS trans fluid. Drain/fill 2-3 times. I did one on an IS350 with 170k on it. It now has 220K and still shifts like a dream!

[@ytsux9259]

Yeah, Idk why he's worried about changing the transmission fluid.

[@swervoOG]

@@ytsux9259 theres a lot of controversy with changing the fluids in these transmissions. A lot of people say it has to be done a certain way & not anyone can just do it. I want to change mine but don’t wanna risk doing it myself, probably just gonna take it to the dealership at some point.

[@BryanW916]

@@swervoOG It's as simple as draining/filling it. Very easy to do. Just only use Toyota automatic transmission fluid and you'll be fine. Drain, fill, drive around for 20 min then do that 2 more times and it'll be fine.

[@ScottHolderCrossPoint]

This has been one of the best car care/repair videos I've seen on any channel. Thanks for making it possible for us to keep up with you. I recently replace struts/sway bar end links and shocks on my 2011 Chevy Traverse. I can't get the popping noise out of the front, so it's sway bar bushings now. Your video has given me motivation to keep trying.

[@elcukro]

Man that's such a great content and the level of detail you're putting out! Makes me almost wish I had a hair loss problem to support you!

[@onuronursal2156]

I just discovered your channel with this lexus series and I already love your work. keep it up

[@emericaman16]

This is the shit I wanted to see in those old car shows on discovery channel but they never gave you the meat of it. 🔥👌

[@yeahitskimmel]

The first spray of brake clean on that lower intake was hella satisfying I'll do lil jobs on 30+ cars some days and can confirm the mule kick is industry standard technique

[@nineinchz]

Yes Alex, I watch every single video! Love your content, keep up the good work!

[@Samrio]

Another great Saturday KZbin watch! It's awesome seeing you grow into your own shop.

[@faizsuria]

I'm shocked with the length of this video at first, but then.. witnessing everything getting fixed/replaced is satisfying

[@dontworry4831]

Alex seems like he's really in his element now. He's got his Legit Street Quarters and he a full-time KZbinr now. He's at his best here, fixing real cars with common issues from head to toe with you and I at home in mind. Keep it up Alex👍🏽

[@iyeetsauce99XD]

If been a watcher for a long time and I've recently subscribed again I love his channel it restores confidence in the fact that 90% of the things you can do yourself with a friend and a torque wrench and he shows you the actual work and helpful information

[@ttbalog]

This was so satisfying to watch. Thanks for taking us along on your journey.

[@wrdominicas]

i really like what you do , there is no fear you just go for it and make it great again , thanks for the time you spend on this videos really learn a lot from you

[@LegitStreetCars]

Thanks Joe, appreciate that

[@wrdominicas]

@@LegitStreetCars i cant wait for the give away but iam too far from you i think ,, i am in reading pa, anyhow i have an 2006 ml350 with more gremlins that i can count started with an electrical fire with destroy the rear modules and chassi harness took me well over 2 years to fix the damage to were i could drive the vehicle again but still ticking and i just cant let it go nothing works inside the head panel is dead check engine light and others but still drive so nice , i think you know what i mean lol ahh mercedes lol you have a great day

[@novajoe67]

Great project Alex, I learned a lot! You will make someone’s day who needs a good car! It’s always good to give back! Keep up the awesome videos! Thanks

[@LocoGlimmerMan]

Bro... you're the freaking man!!!! thank you for all the work putting the video together. Great and very entertaining content!

[@thomasbruns2914]

Love this channel. Alex has incredible content. I remember TNN's "Shadetree Mechanic" back in the day. This is what the content use to be before the stuff we have today. Kudos's and well wishes. Bravo!

[@alexron2023]

I love watching this guy doing what he knows best. Congrats !!!

[@GlazzedDonut]

I like that we get showing exactly how to do it so that it's something we could do ourselves

[@paulgallacher3903]

excellent demonstration bud, watching from Scotland and love your work!!!

[@therandomchannel2022]

I honestly enjoy your videos like this, keep up the great work 😁

[@jasoningram9928]

Great work, love to see things being done the correct way. It's actually very therapeutic to watch you work.

[@5metoo]

Awesome video Alex! Thanks for doing this long one. Watched every minute. Who else would take the time to show us empirically the results (or lack thereof) of the non-teardown valve cleaner method? So great.

[@geronimoguerrero5300]

New to the channel! Loving the videos and the energy you have man! Keep it up! All the way from Houston Texas.

[@fathicoltd6774]

I always appreciated old Lexus sedans, and you are doing a nice job fixing it. I'm enjoying the show so thank you.

[@frankportigiano1910]

I'm definitely digging your mechanical skill. You explain things very well for your audience thanks a bunch

[@ItsAlive111]

Thank you!!! Always interesting to see how to do this without expensive specialized tools. You’re a combination of the best parts of ChrisFix, Tavarish, and ErictheCarGuy! And many more!

[@maguzzy]

Hey Alex, I appreciate the video and the time you put into them, also you craft. Can wait to see the final results.

[@benmartinez6733]

I do Roadside Assistance, I do exactly the same Mule kick. Customer always impressed.

[@eldraino9933]

Love it Alex - another unpretentious, interesting vid about shaping up an IS250 - in Australia we call this type of service a “shape up”

[@livingroomtv9591]

Alex, you really impress me. You bring so much joy to my life and watching your videos are so relaxing. Love your hard work. Do you have a patron? I would love to say thank you.

[@jqsmooth77]

hey man. just came here to say I enjoy your channel. you gave me the confidence to change my alternator on my old E64 M6. thanks!

[@camaroguy1969]

Love these videos Alex! A great car and hard work all for a good cause in the end. Looking forward to the next one!

[@welintonpaulino]

Nothing better than seeing a new video on a Saturday morning. These cars are so well made, they last forever.

[@MIUBHI007]

I’d love to know what your neighbors that don’t know you think when your working. “Who the hell is he always talking to???” 😂😂

[@das05]

This video is EXACTLY what I was looking for, I have a 2012 IS 250 AWD with 93k miles and I was looking on how to deal with this exact issue. You just saved me the $1200 the dealer charges for the intake cleaning, thanks for the great content and it's awesome to see a Lexus on your channel, I praise you on such a wide range of vehicles.

[@KiwiPokerPlayer]

Loved every minute of this, great video. What a difference in start up between now and the when you first managed to get it started it. I was surprised at how tiny the brake pads were.

[@SandyNickk]

Can’t believe I wasn’t subscribed… I’ve been watching for over a year and thought i’d been subscribed all along. Someone is going to be getting a great car with this one!

[@vorsprungdurchtech]

RockAuto is my go to for almost everything for my Fords, I get Motorcraft parts from them cheaper than what the dealer pays. That Lexus IS gonna be real nice when you’re done with it.

[@ajgb]

I have really enjoyed watching your videos, especially you working on Mercedes-Benz AMG cars. I actually am a Toyota/Lexus car owner, so it was really enjoyable to see you work on a Lexus. Can't wait to see your V12 AMG engine back together in your Mercedes-Benz C215 CL and to see the engine running again. Excellent work you have done. Hello from Great Britain!

[@messenger8139]

So cool - watching you work your magic! Great project! I would certainly drive this car a long time after seeing your renovation steps, if I were the new owner. But it needs to go to someone who really needs it. Great work.

[@rogerghiardi7723]

Good video, a certified Mercedes mechanic but you come off like a regular Joe like your viewers working on their cars. Very relatable. 5 Stars

[@MyRandomLife247]

Mate another great episode! Can’t wait for the cosmetic upgrades!

[@viktorasdomarkas9104]

Great job on returning this Lexus back to life! I can feel your tremendous dedication seeing you working over night to get it back on the road. Eagerly waiting for the next video.

[@chrisowen8664]

Hi one of the best car videos that I have seen around ,thanks from England 👍

[@osinue]

Hey Alex your videos are awesome and I really enjoy watching them keep it up man congratulations on your new shop

[@rah.33m]

Kudos to you for being great and thorough not only with the car for somebody else but with your videos. ✌️ love the content and I’m a 15 year old who doesn’t know much lol.

[@seandebottis3276]

Alex you’re killing it, keep making the videos, love watching the channel. I need to order some merch to do my part, gonna need a t-shirt and some stickers for my beer keezer!

[@LegitStreetCars]

Thanks brother. A new merch site is coming soon.

[@patrickyoung3503]

Hi Alix you have a new Irish follower I'm pushing on in years 85 but I love cars & how they work properly . I worked in tyres & changing three that were stuck on the hubs I blackened the wheel nuts & jolted the car forward until the wheel loosened , it works a treat .. Electronics on modern cars are a whole new world for me I just don't understand them but I like the way you drive in & solve the problem . Your vedios are entertaining & knowledgeable . Thank you for that .

[@matthewshambler2644]

Foaming oven cleaner works great too.. I’ve used it to clean diesel intakes before. Really enjoying this series.. regular cars getting sorted is great!

[@_zigzak]

12:05 those motor mounts must be mint, that engine barely moves

[@dontworry4831]

And engine runs super smooth

[@timbrown9731]

OK good I’m glad you cleaned the MAF Alex it’s an important part on Toyota and Subaru cars they get a lot of their calculations Based off the Denso Maf

[@bys6773]

I also love learning new techniques and facts about cars that most car mechanic don’t show you again love your videos man

[@odiepapa]

Alex, you are really sick in a good manner! I've enjoyed your E55 videos as well as these new ones! Keep going and make same videos like this because it gives a lot of motivations to us! ✌️

[@daveatkinson1099]

Freakin love these videos , He is a you tuber to me that is not full of himself , very approachable.....would be great to meet one day. Hope you have great success with this full time channel now.

[@davemcginn8372]

I am glad you did this video. I haven't worked on any GDI's yet and was curious about the cleaning method with valves that bad.

[@MohdAzylee]

I see what that spray do to the flapper, I mean if we spray that to the valve soaked it for awhile maybe it will comeoff ? And no need the brushing?

[@petermolnar8667]

Media blasting is worth the extra cost in my opinion

[@AverageNeighbor]

Love the hard work, subbed!!

[@615_habibi]

You really deserve a like and a b Big thank you for all of the amazing hard work for a car that won't be yours at the end. You are the best keep going

[@SugarChateau]

Woohoo! Been waiting for this one.

[@mikedamian1338]

Love the mechanical content!! You remind me of Ed China when he was doing wheeler dealers.

[@mazenschnefeldt5077]

He has his own channel btw. Just thought i should let you know :)

[@mikedamian1338]

@@mazenschnefeldt5077 Yeah I’ve seen it. Thanks.

[@mickeywilliford6304]

This is my favorite KZbin channel for sure. Alex, thanks Excellent content and keeping it clean so me and my son can watch it together. Good stuff