Pulling and cutting the damaged structure of the Lexus IS250

This video was a month in the making. We got the rail straight but at what cost? Now that everything is straight and measured we can start cutting off the parts we a re going to replace.
See the previous video here:
Part 1 • Rebuilding a Lexus IS2...
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[@darinvee4980]

One of the first things I was taught as a new claims adjuster was to allow for "rough pull time" on my estimates. You don't just slap new parts on a vehicle to repair it. You need to deconstruct the accident damage by taking it out the same way it occurred. Any dorks questioning why you are pulling parts that are just going to be replaced are just that, dorks.

[@elevate32767]

You went through all that trouble pulling the rear end only to end up cutting most of it. Brilliant. Keep up the self-deprecating humor. HILARIOUS.

[@robertclubs9908]

I like the way you talk to dummies. You do great work.

[@vehcor]

Hey…. We call them “experts” around here. We don’t want to hurt their feelings and it gives them a feeling of validation. 😂

[@johndavidbush]

"Pet it to let it know we mean it no harm" 😂😂😂😂😂😂 Man I love this channel!

[@vehcor]

👍🏻😂

[@InsaneBimmer]

Scoot is an artist and the blunt honest raw humor is awesome.

[@vehcor]

Many people these days can’t handle my humor. 🤷🏼‍♂️

[@astonman4]

@@vehcor Or the spelling of your name...!! 🤣

[@raycollington4310]

Isn't "KZbin experts" a contradiction? Thanks Scott, this is very informative and as ever I love the humour.

[@vehcor]

It is really an oxymoron but it makes them feel better when I give them that title. 😂

[@JayH237]

I always find the pulls fascinating and watching everything slowly move back to close to where it was.

[@carguy4658]

I always enjoy watching a professional do this type of work.

[@vehcor]

Me too! Do you know where I can find one? 😂

[@drivecam101]

Finally some rusty bolt action that is like my experience working on Illinois cars. This rust free stuff was looking way too easy. It isn't really work unless you have to struggle just to get the bolt or nut out of your socket. :)

[@vehcor]

I struggle all day at work. I drive all that way so I can have relaxing weekends with rust free parts. It’s like heaven! 😂

[@jamesward5721]

A "Tip" for when you break into a brake system - bin the caps, jam a bit of wood/proper brake depressor onto the brake pedal - once it is half/a bit more than half depressed, no more fluid will leak from any open line-joint. Saves a lot of drippage/mucking about/bleeding.

[@kickit59]

Great progress Scott! I am looking forward to seeing the rail, tail panel & quarter panel go back on! Thanks for posting!

[@stuartgriffin382]

Now this Friday gets even better.!

[@vehcor]

👍🏻

[@tomuchfunwithgas846]

Love your line of running comments.

[@richarcruz7843]

Now that’s how u pull a car 💪🏽💪🏽💪🏽💪🏽taking ur time to make sure everything fits properly…for all intended purpose of doing RIGHT like it should be 💪🏽💪🏽💪🏽💪🏽💪🏽

[@FlyEaglesFly19111]

Scott.. I look forward to Friday each week. Around 1500 I look for your video. Your work is second to none. The guy narrating is quite humorous too! Thanks a ton for taking the time each week. I appericiate all you do. Stay safe and be well!

[@vehcor]

Thanks for the support! I’ll let the narrator know he is doing a good job! 😂

[@DonRRicks]

Friday afternoon and a new Vehcor video. Life is good

[@davidalder9392]

Amazing quality work Scott! Well done. Best builds on the Tube!!!!!

[@bobroberts2371]

Scott does USA spec repairs. Have a look at the channel Arthur Tussic , for Eastern European spec repairs. AT does excellent work however the YT experts panic when they see some of the straightening he does. Realistically, even if the cars he fixes doesn't preform in a crash like factory , they are still far better than crashing in a Trabant. See the channel Aging Wheels for a non crashed Trabant.

[@vehcor]

Thanks!

[@badvlad9861]

Thought this was a scam video 'cause I heard "You know I'm all about safety". I screamed and went limp for a moment, but my sarcasm detector went off and I was safe again. Thanks !

[@vehcor]

I follow safety procedures like I follow torque specs! 😂

[@kthwkr]

The dealer tech apparently keeps our wheel lock key for us on his work bench in a box of about two dozen assorted wheel lock keys he has forgotten to put back in peoples cars. I had the key attached to the lug wrench with a long cord. There was no reason to ever remove it. But removed it was. I have great restraint. He is still alive.

[@bobroberts2371]

said " I had the key attached to the lug wrench with a long cord. There was no reason to ever remove it. But removed it was. " He likely wanted to se an impact wrench for removal / install and found that the attached lug wrench flew across the shop. ( Using an impact in the key isn't the best idea as it can cause the key to break )

[@oldman936]

I’m not a visionary, but I see cavity wax in this car’s future! 😂 Great video and have a great weekend Scott!

[@vehcor]

What is this cavity wax you speak of? Do you get it from your dentist? 😂

[@bobroberts2371]

@@vehcor It is like Toe Jam but not organic. . .

[@45AMT]

😂😂

[@steinbauge4591]

only the best for this one: sheep wool grease aka lanoline grease (fluid film)

[@Shododaan]

He could go old-school and use cosmoline... =)

[@billpar]

you never disappoint Scott , I cant get enough of your videos , thank you

[@mikaeljonsson4686]

Yeah, agree! That amazing ironic sense of humour never gets old.... ;)

[@rsprockets7846]

@@mikaeljonsson4686 ITS CALLED BEING snarKY and self depricating humor great attitudes and he makes it one jigsaw puzzle to put back together

[@mikechiodetti4482]

Looking good. I like your no nonsense approach.

[@davidp2888]

9:37 The ram just needed a pee break.

[@vehcor]

It did, perhaps it also needs a diaper! 😂

[@alberttibbets6567]

Once again, I really enjoyed this video. The metal pulling and stress relieving is impressive. Thanks.

[@MarkK01]

Friday is my favorite day as well. I could binge watch all day lol. Regardless of what the haters say Scott, there are some of us that really appreciate the work you do.

[@SorryGuys-eighty-8]

I can't believe you haven't finished the Mustang build yet !!!😆 Just kidding, love your channel !!!

[@Pete3502001]

Love 💕💕 the dry humor 😂👍‼️‼️‼️

[@Snowmannorth]

Great work, Scott! Thanks for all the hard work and videos you provide for all of us car nuts. Have a great weekend!

[@rickmarshall808]

Love your humor, these go bad, even when they dont get hit by another car. I think its safe to say, there is none other like you on KZbin. Keep up the good work.

[@billbowers268]

Good going Scott.

[@vehcor]

Thanks

[@billbowers268]

@@vehcor No thanks to you ! I love Fridays because of your videos . I learn some things and laugh at your sarcasm .

[@SST11B]

I just come here for the PPE and safety lessons😁🤘

[@vehcor]

You came to the right place! 😂

[@noonehere1793]

This was a lot of fun to watch, i still don’t know WHY you do it but i appreciate the information (not that i would ever want to use it, but it is strangely fascinating) thanks!

[@vehcor]

Honestly, I do it because it makes the cars easy to sell when the buyer can see everything that was done. If I can teach someone else or entertain someone, those are bonuses.

[@sonnyblazer5504]

JUST LOVE to see and HEAR you do it! And, you did over a day's work in this one and ALONE! You are why they are called "BODYMAN" not MEN! With NO BS, you are a "class act", Scott! Thank you!

[@jamesfinley1075]

Every tool has a hammer side.

[@mulatiechekol4513]

Thanks !

[@catsmr]

Entertaining as always! Thanks Scott!

[@Ram14250]

Great video Scott. Great work... amazing!

[@vehcor]

Thanks!

[@marinastuable]

Well used to rust here in the uk, our roads are salted from October to March 😂😂 I find Gorilla tape much better for holding on panels and anything structural.

[@vehcor]

Flex tape is the best for a permanent OEM repair! 😂

[@markb.1259]

Auto Repair Magician!!! 🙂

[@jerryrounds8586]

The highlight of my Fridays. Thanks Scott.

[@petergarofolo9385]

Great video Scott 👍 👍

[@mikeprociuk988]

I'm totally impressed what was accomplished with the frame puller and a hammer. A few gallons of Bondo is all that's really needed...

[@mwar2940]

You make it look so easy. With the proper tools and a little brain power it will work. I rebuilt a few every year up here in tje great white north Saskatchewan. I have sold 17 cars and truck this year so far. This pandemic has help a lot. I wish I was younger. There is a lot of money t o be made. Oh I am a licensed heavy duty tech, so that does help. Really like your vid's.

[@JohnSmith-eq5el]

always look forward to rebuild Friday....great video as usual....

[@litz13]

Sawzall = the most appropriately (and accurately) named tool in existence.

[@donbraden8533]

Can't wait to see this build finished interesting seeing how todays cars r put together and taken apart nice job on the dismantling 😎👍👍

[@denniscarreno5882]

Love your work…. You are a real mechanic😅 the best!

[@grandy0406]

Great video. Listening to a real expert instead of an internet one is a real pleasure. Looking forward to seeing your next video.

[@fraidykat]

Clear title, everybody. Clear title!!!!

[@gravesendaustralia]

Scott you make my weekend a joy with your humour. Cheers Michael

[@ewanstewart8011]

Great video Scott thanks again 👍🏻🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@fredgoldman6390]

I really look forward to your videos great content I did collision repair for 35 years and I'm old school like you I love the die grinder for separating spot welds and yes my favorite tool was the air hammer

[@terrallputnam7979]

As always, very interesting!

[@flatworm00]

These videos would not be near as entertaining without your comments...Love it. Plus it is always educational to see a professional work and explain what he is doing and why.

[@logancarter2134]

Another great post, can't wait until next Friday

[@merrellbean7238]

You're such a wise ass it makes the channel funny as hell how you picking on the experts but winning all in all truth is we don't have the money that the experts have right for all these fancy tools fancy I wear but damn you do good work without all the fancy stuff so great job buddy and looking forward to warrior videos so keep up the good work and keep up the wise Craig that makes the channel worth watching

[@haroldbradley2618]

As someone who does this kind of work daily. I find your humor fun. Because being able to do it or using what you have at hand vs what someone who might think they know what’s going on can be very different. I’ve never seen anyone use the original car o liner measuring stuff. I’ve only ever used the computer version with the trolley myself.

[@vehcor]

They still make all the data sheets to use this alignment system with current models. It works, so I use what I have.

[@haroldbradley2618]

@@vehcor when I did the training they showed us how the original spec sheets worked and said lots of shop still use them and they wouldn’t stop making them. Also they are available on the computer system for review if need.

[@SurferJoe46]

This is one of the best you've done in a long while.

[@rickjohnson1632]

You do excellent work. I’ve also learned a tremendous amount. Also, I’m born and raised in the west suburbs of Chicago . Lived in lake county ( Mundelein area ) for 30 years 👍

[@robertlombardi2228]

As always - Great video content. Looking forward to the next one.

[@seafieldgrant6957]

Good stuff thanks for the video.

[@marktrollope3094]

Really love your videos - specifically your sense of humour, sarcasm and lack of wokeness! And you repair cars. What a great way to spend a Friday evening! Thanks Scott. Greetings from Johannesburg, South Africa

[@vehcor]

Most of the mechanics I know have the same sense of humor. You have to or you would go crazy trying to work on cars with the things engineers dream up. 😂

[@45AMT]

@@vehcor I agree 100% here! I'm a mechanic and I approve this message!

[@jeffrogers2180]

Lack of wokeness? You make me sad. You probably make your parents sad too, they wish you'd move out of the basement.

[@johnds6621]

Love this build.

[@vehcor]

Thanks

[@tomswindler64]

Great video,accomplished a lot on this video,keep it up and can’t wait till next video.kudos 👍👍👍😎😎😎

[@vehcor]

Thanks, we are half way through the hard part!

[@jeffreyshepherd8488]

Awesome video, peak vehcor

[@Apodalont]

You do truly great work brother. Always learning something in every video.

[@vehcor]

Thanks, glad to share some of my experiences.

[@Apodalont]

@@vehcor By the way, to anyone telling you how to do your job or saying you aren't using a tool correctly. Why don't THEY make their own video and kindly demonstrate if they're so brilliant?

[@dbrandon4528]

There is definitely a Russian in the Sacramento area watching this learning how to put a Lexus back together right now

[@frankm8533]

I truly injoy watching Scotts magic excellent work i miss the body shop days

[@scarface-39]

Another good one Scott🇺🇸

[@Kro_man_tx]

Ooh la la... Mr moneybags with his fancy new saw blade.

[@Movingvolations]

Thanks for sharing...

[@patricktierney4823]

Great work

[@maciejgilus]

In My country we say (bardzo dobra robota)" very good job "greetings from Iceland 🇮🇸 from polish 🇵🇱people this content its the best 👌

[@daviddarr2424]

Great Video Scott

[@vehcor]

Thanks

[@cribbage1686]

Good job.

[@marcuscicero9587]

amazing stuff

[@smplyizzy]

Looking great. Nice car.

[@vehcor]

Thanks!

[@pgprice1663]

good to watch a proper job

[@lancemcclung9267]

Keep up the great videos

[@vehcor]

Thanks!

[@muskokamike127]

24:20 wtf? Did you win the lottery or something? that looks like...a...a....brand new grinding wheel! Someone's rolling in the dough!!!

[@vehcor]

My inheritance! 😂

[@muskokamike127]

@@vehcor ah that explains it! Next thing we'll be seeing you with new SOCKS! kzbin.info/www/bejne/i3uym4eEqtp4jNk

[@rickgalla3377]

This is a very interesting hard hit fix, thank u

[@oldschoolgamer5932]

Art

[@jerrylittle7797]

I don't know which hammer you should use, but I'm glad you put on a clean t-shirt. 😉

[@glenchoitz9497]

In my 40 years of bodywork I always found the best hammer to use is the one you have in your hand...🙂

[@SalvageMasterEssex]

Substantial amount of work but should be a nice car when finished 👍

[@WinstonMercer]

As the California driver of a low milage, garage kept Lexus, I find your work quite disturbing...yet strangely fascinating. That rust however, is nightmare fuel, it belongs in the same category as black mold.

[@remembergodisalwayswithyou6862]

Love from Morocco brother ❤

[@randyrocket461]

No bleeding hands , but my palms feeling a little funny !

[@blake9361]

its a gift your skills

[@timmywarren2349]

Very good Video 👍👍

[@LTC59]

😀It must be very satisfying to think back about all of them and know that you fixed all those cars/trucks/SUVs and that most of them are still on the road? And I guess you earned a few $$$ back selling them. Hm... you got me wanting to get a V8 before I "kick the bucket". A fixed up newer Chevy SS or a Pontiac G8 GT/GPX (without active Displacement On Demand) would be nice. But at the same time the fuel/gas prices are crazy expensive over here now, and the price will only go up as time goes. The big trucks you have fixed also look very nice. But I kind of like wagons (we have 2, 5 cyl. Volvo "wagons", an old crappy V70 gas-powered and a newer XC 70 AWD with "serial turbos" diesel which is still rather nice) but I guess the Australian Holden wagons (som have V8s) are all Right Hand Drive. Some crashed UTEs have been imported to the US and rebuilt using crashed LHD G8s or SS cars to make them into LHD UTEs/small trucks. Those were "teased" but newer imported to the US as new cars. I guess I can import an older Corvette or Camaro V8 from Germany but they wount be exactly cheap either. I've seen some new C8 Corvettes for sale over here which start at more than $110000... Keep up the good work!

[@BrucePierson]

Greetings from Queensland Australia.

[@vehcor]

You are probably one of the furthest viewers, yet always early. Maybe because you are a day ahead! 😂

[@BrucePierson]

@@vehcor When you post your video at 2:00 PM on Friday afternoon, it's 5:00 AM on Saturday morning here in Queensland Australia at the moment and 6:00 AM when you go onto daylight saving in November. We are usually up early, so it's a convenient time for me to watch your videos. We don't have daylight saving here in Queensland, but other states in Australia have it.

[@spankyham9607]

Nothing like taking a shot in the rear end.

[@buddylong5177]

I like whating your video of pulling car to get where you need it to go keep it up

[@danthompson1467]

Lol I live in central Illinois so I know exactly what your talking about

[@scotttabak6755]

I have an old Carolina from1985 mechanical measuring too. Still works good but cars have gotten wider through the years

[@stevenjames7073]

Wrong body hammer son😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂u doing a fantastic job ..

[@Oh_that_guy]

Hi at Velcro. I was seriously concerned at the moment of ram failure. I feared that the haters tears bottle exploded due to excessive tears. I was relieved to find out it was the ram itself. You have to put disclaimers on your videos you were close to causing me a heart attack. Loved the video and the channel please keep them coming.

[@muskokamike127]

25:40 not right now, but I was pulling some armored cable this morning and my hand slipped off the end and got a nice little cut thank you for axin! 🙂

[@vehcor]

Perhaps you need some bi*ch mittens for your soft hands! 😂

[@azeemali7102]

Piece of cake, kidding looks exhausting! Good hustle...

[@johngrant1337]

good video

[@vehcor]

Thanks