Replacing the quarter panel and finding some hidden problems with the RAV4 build

This week it is time to get the quarter panel reattached to the Rav4 that we removed last time. It will make it to the paint and body gnomes after I reassure myself that I hate bodywork of any kind. Once it is back from paint it will be ready to reassemble so this quick build should be done, right? Not so fast, things never work like that in the rebuild world. A little problem causes a big repair that I will save for next time.
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[@8a41jt]

You have a 40+ year wealth of knowledge about all things auto body, and your sense of humor ("click", "bumper installation tool") is sublime. Thank you for sharing all your knowledge with us! I'm fascinated by your videos. They show me a lot about how salvage repair SHOULD be done.

[@OzzSabbath]

The quality of your work as well as your painting gnomes is extraordinary. I wouldn't hesitate for a second to buy a vehicle that you repaired. Thanks for sharing your repair process. It's really interesting to see the work that goes into these repairs. If only everyone did quality work like you do, life would be a lot easier.

[@CRAPO2011]

This guy makes body work look like its easy as heating a hot pocket, RAV4 is looking great.

[@ChadWilliamsFixesAll]

The smirk on your face when you removed Mr. Spotty and then he was still on the car... I got a chuckle out of that one too

[@vehcor]

😀

[@09dave1952]

Mr. Spotty is destined to spend the rest of his days in a Toyota!

[@cnyreview3632]

Finally revealed... Mr. Spotty has a twin. More at eleven.

[@Paulster2]

I can hear it now ... sometime in the future ... someone pulls this car apart again ... pulls off the left side quarter and states ... "Somebody's been here before ..." :o)

[@michaelarnold1221]

The plastic joke was so funny

[@munirahmad9917]

Mind boggling repair. I have never seen a tech so smooth and knowledgeable. GREAT JOB

[@Leezeo]

Ghasti diya bachaya

[@timfisher77]

it is called editing out the hard parts

[@moisessoto6060]

Vehcor, The detail work you do is like never I witnessed before. The quality and attention to detail makes me extremely confident to buy a vehicle from you in the future.

[@kwinterburn]

You always always do it right even if its invisible you need to do it right as you would know its not, its attention to detail and workmanship in its finest form

[@weldonhuneycutt7634]

I admire your attention to detail and perfection in proper repair. No cut and cover! Way to go, you are one in a million I imagine!👏

[@anvilhammer4144]

Originally I tuned in for the Mustang build 2 weeks ago. I binge watched the older episodes to learn more about you. I subscribed for your meticulous rebuilds and tutorials. TGIF has taken on a whole new meaning. Aloha from Hawaii 🤙🏽

[@deanh7190]

After years in the dark environs of a Toyota quarter panel, Mr. Spotty will return speaking Japanese and looking for some payback. Stay tuned for 'Ninja Spotty'.

[@TrimeshSZ]

Mr. Spotty: お前はもう死んでいる！

[@nbrowser]

Scott, your attention to detail is insane...seriously impressive work man, keep it up!

[@andrew_koala2974]

Kenneth James The greater majority of people, as is my observation, cannot even pay attention to detail in their writing ability. Almost all take shortcuts, I've instead of I have We've instead of we have, you've instead of you have. Your instead of you're or you are and so it goes. I sometimes wonder if these people ever had proper Toilette training. That's why I keep a safe distance from them, and never shake their hand. God knows where the hand has been. In my profession, by training; Electronics and Electro-Mechanical Engineering, and over 20 years Military Service, 2 years on attachment to the USAF, and working on Military aircraft, and other Mil/NASA projects, attention to detail is paramount. Errors can and will eventually, sooner or later cost the loss of life. It is unfortunate that errors have been made, and it is painful for everyone

[@FlyEaglesFly19111]

Woooo.Hoooo..Vehcor Friday. Just getting done house work after my full time job. Does any of these EVER surprise you? Oh wait i know thw answer..lol. Scott thanks a ton for taking the time to make and edit these. Be safe have a great weekend. Its gonna be in the 60's here in Philthadelphia.

[@AnalogueKid2112]

Really enjoy these boring builds, thanks and great work

[@GabrielPigman-sh4zd]

Hello I am probably 20 years older than you I did body work for 43 years I like your video's this is real life I been a chief instructor back in the 95 years in that era I think you are a hell of a body man quit hit hub caps with your hands I know my hands hurt from this good work

[@incarwitness]

As I own a Rav4 this was interesting to see how some things come apart and if I need to fix, replace or just have a look - now I know thanks Scott

[@michaelhuey4187]

I really enjoy watching you work on the vehicles! It’s nice to watch a craftsman at work. Keep up the GREAT JOB, I would definitely buy a rebuilt vehicle off of you! You are the type of repair man we need more of. 😊👍👌

[@paulcottenier3693]

Scott,I really enjoy watching you make these repairs on some of these wrecked vehicles that U end up with,it amazes me that so often the replacement parts are the same color as the vehicle ur repairing,you make all this body work look so easy,and you take pride in the great work that you do,if I ever needed collision work done I would hope to have a guy like you to do the work for me,I'm a faithful subscriber,watch ur video every Friday,keep up the great videos Paul, the oldgoatkeeper

[@darrinwilson633]

After watching you repair this....I am pretty sure I could tackle the job myself....said the last two guys who promted, somebody's been here before!

[@hackfabrication139]

You need to leave a Mr. Spotty in every car you re-do. That way when it's said: 'Somebody's been here before...' They'll know it was done right.

[@BrucePierson]

Now we see why the RAV4 was totalled. It was the heater box fault that added so much to the repair cost that it went over the budget. Whoever replaces the quarter panel next time will see Mr Spotty's ghost there! See you next week, whatever you might be working on. All the best from Queensland Australia.

[@vehcor]

These things hold their value, even with the extra work it probably should not have been totaled. Some shops just find any reason they can to get out of work they deem too difficult. Best wishes from the USA!

[@lakesideranch]

Happy Friday Scott! Another action-packed episode of the trials and tribulations of a body tech accompanied by the humble Mr. Spotty. Nice work stitching up the rear section, all the plastic parts, and the diagnosis/presumption of the blend door malfunction in the HVAC system. I feel for ya, having to remove not only the heater box assembly but also the complete dash. Yikes, that's a video in itself, right? Work safe, enjoy your weekend, take care of Mr. Spottty so he can come back for the next adventure! Doug@ the "ranch"

[@Captfuntastic]

After binge watching a bunch of your videos I would rather buy my next vehicle from you even over brand new. You do everything from top to bottom

[@prestigepaintworksltd]

Love the torque setting for the door mirror, 2 ooga doogas 😆😆 Great content Scott, I look forward to these each week. Regards Chris from the U.K.

[@andya2665]

This guy makes it look easy. Fun to watch a real craftsman.

[@carguy4658]

I love how Mr. Spotty will have left his mark on that one ... 4-ever. So glad neither you or Mr. Spotty are in California.

[@vehcor]

I would not last in California, I’m too poor. 😂

[@MeatSleeve]

@@vehcor You’ll be fine in California. It’s not that expensive to live here . 😉🤔. Besides that, think of all the fun you’ll have triggering the liberals face to face. 🤣🤣

[@Funionjack]

Man I love these videos happy your taking time to do them

[@johnmehaffey9953]

Top class work and plenty of patience, love watching a professional at work

[@popsss2000]

I love your door insulation tool. Your cameraman not doing too bad either. He's 👍 good.

[@josephseno8272]

With all the videos on KZbin I can honestly say that yours, and South Main Auto are by far the best!

[@deadendgarage2006]

It always amazes me how much work you get done in just a little over 1/2 hour. looking good.

[@renemata5806]

All work Vehcor perfect

[@houseofno]

Vehcor does such awesome work it attracts trains and first responders. LOL

[@Jdjd12288]

Great work as usual

[@curtismann6119]

Great work and keep safe out there and it's literally looks fantastic job

[@vehcor]

Thanks! Stay safe as well.

[@slawkowegrzyn2115]

Thumbs up and I enjoy your work. Thanks for sharing this build.

[@paultaylor9652]

Lovely Jubbly, very thorough.

[@andrewk778]

Always interesting and informative. Thank you for sharing. In my youth, the trendy named RAV4 was called a station wagon.

[@generobben7290]

Great video. I am amazed at the amount of "glue" used in auto construction.

[@rcairforceone]

It's stronger than steel in some applications.

[@bluntlyspeaking8301]

Good to see you again 🙋‍♂️👍

[@JimPeachley]

The heater blend door in my 2010 Impala kept stripping actuator drive gears until I discovered that the previous owner had spilled soda into the vent. After several rounds of alternating spritzing hot water and Windex into the vent, it finally started working without hesitation. I figured as long as I didn't outright pour water into it, it would dry itself out. It did. Whew!

[@pablopicaro7649]

Bottom of the door covers seem like would be great for collecting salty water and testing the rust prevention coatings on bottom edge of door. what a Good way to prove your coatings tech by not weeping out that road salt!

[@davidstahl8917]

Love ur videos could watch them for hours very satisfying

[@garthkiepper6139]

Very satisfying; nice work!

[@vehcor]

Thanks!

[@romanrusavuk7764]

Good job guy. It was fun watching

[@richmelillo9637]

Jeezo pete-all those "SNAP TOGETHER" parts that make that car.....wowzer!-enjoyed your working through it all, Thanks!

[@georgevlachos4349]

Great work as always Keep giving it to the Trolls love it

[@GusMahn]

Amazing you were able to buy a white or silver Toyota from the auction that didn't get sold to go overseas. Nice work as usual.

[@vehcor]

And it was cheap. IAA started timed auctions and this one was on a Sunday so no one was watching. Not to mention I was that a hole that snipes bidders at the last second. 😂😈

[@omarj7985]

Great experience. Love the skills. Keep it up the great work man .

[@dangeroustoys5668]

Dang its nearly identical to the way my kia is , i had to replace the window regulator , take nearly the whole door apart , even door handle off, exactally the same way. Nice work on the repair 👍 You go above and beyond for the extra details , not many do , replacing stuff to make it all look good.

[@1leggeddog]

Vehcor: "Come for Auto repair, stay for the sarcasm."

[@deanh7190]

“Sarcasm is the lowest form of wit but the highest form of intelligence,” wrote that connoisseur of wit, Oscar Wilde.

[@dginia]

How about carsasm?

[@donnierobertson3088]

Great job and video like always

[@ExcuseMyFr3nch]

Love your channel you work and teach my kind of guy

[@_BAD_MERC_]

I was surprised to see this written off. No seatbelts, airbags, mechanical damage... and still driveable. What a score!

[@ronvan1362]

awesome video Scott. Anxious for the next one. Have a great day and stay safe. Happy Thanksgiving wishes.

[@BobPegram]

Gotta love those multipurpose installation tools you have. I think manufacturers have decided to support their use extensively!

[@georgevargas2858]

I am always in awe seeing your videos, and how many tools you use. From the bumper installation tool, to the spoiler installation tool, but most importantly the custom masking tool. I'm surprised you haven't opened up your own harbor freight style tool spot. Oh, and awesome video too.

[@icuranis4597]

Precision work from a precise guy. Mustang, yes please! I've quit smoking, need something to occupy my down time.

[@donbraden8533]

If the people who design the vehicles we drive today had to repair them they would be back at the drawing board, nice job on the Toyota 😎👍👍

[@Santi_fernandez-_-]

Great job!!!

[@andrewbarnett4621]

Your very detailing great job. 👌👌👌

[@tomswindler64]

You don’t seem to be your sarcastic self today,you feeling ok,haven’t been able to insult someone yet.always a bright light on my Friday afternoon.just keep doing what your doing 😎😎😎👍👍👍

[@vehcor]

It has been a long week so I was a little tired for the 3:00am voiceover.

[@lcambilargiu]

Awesome work. Keep it up. Inspires me to wrench on my car.

[@vehcor]

Thanks!

[@bobbobby5724]

What a master, love you videos.

[@Natesgarage123]

Love the click noises when he tightens a bolt has Mr.spoty been showing up to work

[@PsGetSid_]

best educational video on the youtube:) great!

[@r.d.pelzman]

Dam you do great work!!!!!

[@vehcor]

Thanks

[@adamengleman33]

I’m glad to see Mr. Spotty is adhering to the new contract!! 😂

[@joshuawilson7023]

Ahh yes nothing more relaxing than a car repair.

[@michelinepelletier1868]

Having a 2017 platinum i loved seeing you rebuilding this one Toyota have a white paint problem and I am going monday morning for repainting my wing 😕

[@NHHalKnowsHow]

I see Mr. Spotty left some of his DNA under that quarter panel at 2:32.

[@icerazar713]

I have to say that the newer Rav4's look a lot better than the older boxy ones. Nice work as always. I like the color on this one. 👍

[@vehcor]

I actually like the moldings and painted bumpers on the 2016+ same body panels just no fisher price trim.

[@lr8621]

🤔the newers one look boxy,the 2016 model has nice countours the new ones from 21- have sharp edges

[@bluntlyspeaking8301]

Great job 🙋‍♂️👍

[@user-ns5xj4bl8z]

You are very smart very very smart. I like 👍🏻 your work. I’m from Iraq 🇮🇶. Thanks.

[@handaferguson]

Great Job, it looks great!!! Thank You... :-)

[@vehcor]

Thanks!

[@bena9221]

Great video

[@d.dolphinstriker5737]

Nice build again. Looks good, you will sell this really fast.

[@southstreetbarbecue7875]

Your videos are always entertaining and informative. As an added bonus to ruin people's lives you should give the seat belt strap a twist before you reinstall it. Have a great weekend and happy Thanksgiving from downstate Illinois!

[@johnmurphy6366]

Mr Spotty’s stunt double is now part of the car!!

[@1chish]

And ...... Just like that. Job done. Masterclass in repair work. And yes can we have more Mustang please?

[@phataj2]

Looks great. Definitely not buying new in the future. Rebuilt is the new NEW!

[@richardbrown8794]

Great job.198 thousand subscribers

[@99andrianmonk]

Scott - another great video. Can't wait for the dash to be pulled out. Can you talk to the camera person to make sure he doesn't mess up again - 😁 Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family.

[@mauiboy96768]

You’re amazing. 🙏

[@garycrawley341]

I drive the same car, surprising how it all just pops apart. Nice car.

[@gabinramses4043]

Très bon travail de pro bravo

[@Runeakb]

Those screws for the door strikers often have very shallow torx recess so it easily strips.

[@houseofno]

First! It's "Fix Someone Else's Mess Friday!" "Really, Toyota? Who still uses wheel covers?" "Oh, Vehcor-san. Buyer not pay extra yen for alloy wheels, they get Dixie pie-plate wheel covers. We buy these paper plates in bulk from local supermarket. Save us much yen for sushi. Yummy.."

[@vehcor]

we haven’t even gotten to the mess yet! 😂

[@houseofno]

@@vehcor i added to the pile...

[@bigbear5510]

🥈 Try harder next time.😊

[@TimeforchangeTrudeaumustgoEndb]

Beware of Scotty Kilmer don't dis 🤔 Toyota....

[@nokoolaid]

Mr Spotty grew!

[@mohammadshahrahimi1986]

Great Tec...

[@zephyrwestern3056]

Hey, give the power window switch panel installation tool some credit! You may have missed a few more but this one is quite important 😅

[@geekyzebra91]

I work at a place where I cut quarters panels on cars for body shops kind interesting to see how they actually do it very interesting

[@MrBeard-ig5zc]

It escapes me that millions of people don't watch you. This is better than anything on t.v.

[@RickTrajan]

Those are some nice, reliable trim installers you got there. Might be a pen that fell in the "gutter".

[@mikegnau3803]

Very good vidio.thank you

[@buddaclayton9292]

Good video love the side comments

[@oldman936]

OMG! 😱 Mr Spotty left his shadow underneath the panel! As for throwing the plastic on the ground, I’ll quote Greta “How dare you!” 😂 Excellent video once again!

[@GearScar]

I laughed hard about the "people still fall for the nitrogen scam", we used to call it "Jungle gas", and its not a scam, you get real nitrogen, it won't do anything to benefit you like the shops claim, but its real lol

[@bigpjohnson]

Love it when dealers list it on there for $200, along with the $800 cloth protection package and $300 wheel locks.

[@jamesmichael3998]

That sure is a great deal of work just to replace the fuel filler door cheers from Jacksonville Florida

[@bigbear5510]

Another quality repair! The camera guy must have been on coffee break with Mr. Spotty when the rear door window was installed. Have a Happy Thanksgiving! Gobble Gobble Spoke to ya later, Ka moan.😎

[@badrih12c42]

Great video! I just started this job as an apprentice. So far the hardest part has been puttting back all the parts and pieces together and it isnt easy to remember which screws and pieces were there. Pls give some tips when you assemble~ thx