The simple build that never seems to end, the final chapter of the Lexus RX330

Every time I think I am done with this build, I find something else it needs. It is to be expected when you have higher mile vehicles. I think I got it all now and it is ready for the new owner. I'll find out for sure after I put some miles on it and have some extra keys made.
It will be available on my website that a few people have already found and the select few that read the description now know about. The website is www.vehcor.com I plan to update more of it as time allows (not that I have much free time). I will keep the vehicles up to date for now.
Check out Watch Wes Work, it is one of the few channels I now watch. / watchweswork
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[@davidp2888]

Nearly 40 minutes of sarcasm, education and dry humor? Bring it!

[@vehcor]

😂

[@kevinritchie9227]

Hell, Its cool watching Scott do projects, but listening to him do projects is twice as great!

[@madscientist5969]

Yup...that's why we all need a beer for after...It's a dry video...(groan)

[@davidp2888]

@@madscientist5969 A beer during the video is good too.

[@jp2246]

Impressed with your attention to detail and desire to do the job right, something really lacking in this day and time

[@vehcor]

Thanks, every one is concerned with price over quality these days.

[@GetUpFalcon]

Opening your wallet and doing it properly the first time is always the cheapest option over time. Why people don’t comprehend that I’ll never know.

[@deaconshane9163]

i know Im asking the wrong place but does someone know a way to get back into an instagram account?? I somehow forgot the password. I would appreciate any tips you can offer me!

[@fabianledger1666]

@Deacon Shane instablaster :)

[@deaconshane9163]

@Fabian Ledger i really appreciate your reply. I got to the site thru google and im waiting for the hacking stuff now. Seems to take quite some time so I will reply here later with my results.

[@WatchWesWork]

I'll have to practice the strut version! Thanks for the shout. Lexus looks great!

[@BBDragon66]

You should have ordered the "Ultra Quick timing belt and water pump assembly" 😁😁😉

[@vehcor]

I know. I wonder if that kit included the extra tensioner bolt? 😂

[@BBDragon66]

@@vehcor Only with the Ultra Ultra quick one I bet

[@southstreetbarbecue7875]

Came here from the Watch Wes Work channel and I'm also suffering from the Illinois resident disease. I should really be painting my ceilings and starting the crown molding in our house, but instead I'm trapped in a vortex of Vehcor videos. There's no end in sight at this point.

[@mikedillon6233]

Thank you Scott for the laugh! I do get a kick out of your sense of humor!

[@vehcor]

Thanks, some people do! All the others are just wrong. 😂

[@paulbelanger7383]

That's a lot of work: The actual fixing: hours The editting: hours The video: 39m. 👏👏👏 Well done 👍

[@vehcor]

The video editing actually takes longer than the work!

[@hansh8071]

And thank you

[@milesparris4045]

@@vehcor You need video editing gnomes.

[@viatronmac]

I think too many Baumgartner videos may have been consumed...... that brush work was exquisite 😝

[@vehcor]

I actually don’t watch very many videos of anything... to busy. 😂 Thanks for the support.

[@MrBeard-ig5zc]

There are so many dirt bag hacks its a pleasure watching your videos. Workmanship and integrity seems so rare these days. Thanks for the videos.

[@vehcor]

Thanks for the support!

[@brad9529]

Your real job is a KZbin entertainer, best KZbin Chanel, oh and you're an absolute expert you know your shit better than most.

[@carguy4658]

All your detail work makes me wish I was in the market for a used Lexus RX330!

[@vehcor]

Thanks, cheap Lexuses always find a buyer!

[@futhermuckerson]

I bet when you're at home you use the air chisel to open household items like chips. 😂 ...when the afternoon crew isn't around.

[@vehcor]

Have you ever seen the Simpsons when Homer get his gun and uses it for everything. Yeah, that is me with an air chisel! 😂

[@milesparris4045]

@@vehcor I was waiting to see Homer turn the lights back on somehow by shooting it.

[@AustinNumberOne]

Someone out there is scoring themselves one hell of a car. Keep up the awesome work!

[@MrTIMETODIE1]

Great video .....I like how you actually show how to put stuff back together

[@vehcor]

Thanks, I do skip a lot of the mechanical work since there are plenty of videos for all that.

[@jpsabbey]

I wish I had you as my mechanic 👌👍

[@deebee3901]

Loved this series on the repair of the Lexus RX330. A great car - you should have kept it! I can't believe the crap work the previous repair guys did, but I am glad you fixed it all properly. Someone will get a great car.

[@vehcor]

Thanks, over the years there have been plenty of cars I wish I kept but my business is to sell them, not collect them. This thing would go places in 18 inches of snow only my 2500 diesel trucks would go. It was probably the best winter beater I have owned! I do occasionally look for a great deal on one to replace it! The new owner is very happy with it and so far, all I have done is change to oil in the last 20k miles.

[@houseofno]

"Somebody's been in here...." Understatement of the year... "Hello, this is the law firm of Dewey Cheatham & Howe. We're responding to your statement of 'sue me' in your KZbin video. We are currently processing your request and will get back to you..."

[@vehcor]

Someday I will find that somebody and tell him how I feel! 😡😂

[@houseofno]

@@vehcor please let us know what non-automotive job they do full time. "Pat's hand raised chickens and Auto body. How may I help you?"

[@vehcor]

😂

[@paulbelanger7383]

@@houseofno that's literally kzbin.info 😂

[@oldtrailertrash4969]

Hey Dewey Cheatham & Howe....Get in line! We're a step ahead of you! The law firm of Amble Lance & Chaser....

[@trbstang]

Scott, any chance of meeting the gnomes, or maybe setting up a camera to catch them in action? I'm sure the viewers would like to catch a glimpse of them at work!

[@vehcor]

No, they hide when the camera comes out and don’t return for a while. 😂

[@bigbear5510]

I think that was a sanding gnome helping with the bumper.

[@Viggggggr]

Imagine doing a test drive and that trans hose broke. 😂 guy gonna look at you like wtf u trying to scam me

[@slscamg]

Same with that belt. It was going to let go any day now.

[@randymackintosh6559]

I was disappointed at first that this was NOT a Mustang video...but, as usual, you reeled me in by keeping it fun and informative....thanks!

[@vehcor]

Prepare to be disappointed for a while. Every time I think I am ready to get back to the Mustang, someone starts waving money in front of me to work on something else. 😂 Thanks for watching whatever I get pulled into!

[@Cartier_specialist]

I fell asleep during this video and I wasn't that tired. I think it was your calm voice.

[@rustyjeep2469]

Those Lexus vapor barriers suck, if you need to save them you have to be really careful not to tear them. You can either just pull it off really slowly and carefully, or pull it out slightly so the butyl adhesive is stretched enough to run a razor blade through it (be careful not to cut into the barrier itself though!). Then you have to make sure it doesn’t get stuck to itself while stored. No matter what they suck. I know you know all this and you had a new one; just some advice for anyone who hasn’t dealt with them before! The most important thing is patience, I’ve torn more than a few barriers as a Lexus tech when I got in too much of a hurry to get inside a door.

[@mtl111mtl]

Quick build = The fantasy of every fast buck artist.

[@bigjohn3448]

Great job as always! I appreciate that you put all of that time and effort into correcting the can of worms instead of just passing it along to the next owner. This is how excellent reputations are made. Keep up the good work!

[@vehcor]

Doing it right ends up being cheaper in the long run. Also fewer headaches and a better night’s sleep! 😂 Thanks for the support!

[@bigjohn3448]

@@vehcor I've found that to be true too many times. Trying to convince others of that is a different story though. It seems that they think there is not enough money or time to do it right the first time, but there is always enough money and time to do it over again!

[@beluxauto5968]

Again a nicely finished vehicle . And about timing belts , I do all the timing belts / chains myself . I have trust issues and my pockets are not deep enough to pay for the mistakes I have seen made . Same goes for turbo´s .

[@vehcor]

Thanks, we have the similar thoughts on the topic.

[@legalsolutions07]

Somebody bought a nice RX330🤗. I just replaced the timing belt/water pump/pulley kit and the coil packs/spark plugs on my 06 RX330. Lots of work and given all the other work u did to urs u were lucky if u broke even, but u did a nice job.

[@shire1951]

Dining room table! I started building a conservatory on my house, then halfway through turned it into a workshop. This was over forty years ago, I've still not been forgiven. Finally turned it into a usable garden room with bigger windows and patio doors. Smiles all round now, built a new workshop away from the house.

[@kakeetoalex9924]

This build is very close to home, we have many of these cars on our roads, here called Toyota Harrier.. Good stuff

[@miltoncallan1471]

Your very clever humor is much more than sarcasm. Keep it coming.

[@vehcor]

Thanks, will do!

[@christopherhylton8462]

I also find that the bare finger is the perfect tool for spreading out RTV, sealers and caulk. Hell, most of us get a set of 10 for free without cutting off five of them to pay Count Snap-On off. Only thing you gotta remember, never pick your nose in the middle of the job..... as you often say, "don't ask me how I know".

[@craig84downunder]

Looking fordward to the next build 😁

[@Gantzz321]

wow using a key to unlock a car door. I can honestly say it has been a couple of decades since I last did that, and watching you test it really caught me off guard.

[@slscamg]

Holy Shit. The timing belt could have snapped on the test drive, if not then, shortly after selling it. Great call changing it.

[@rickmarshall808]

Your skillset is amazing after watching all that you are able to do.

[@docsaaab]

As a german.... i am impressed by the craftsmanship, we call this the german way!

[@keyboard101101]

This guy does good work .

[@philliptorres5944]

hard to find a person that puts pride in there work

[@m.b8257]

Lol.. you hit the nail on the head as to what was causing all the problems..

[@timgraddy2418]

Nice video I would love to have this SUV for a winter car.. Have a good weekend.

[@vehcor]

Thanks! Perfect winter beater!

[@goneballistic]

Best auto repair on KZbin

[@FlyEaglesFly19111]

Been waiting all day.. Thanks for sharing.. be safe have a great weekend..

[@vehcor]

Thanks for the support and have a great weekend as well!

[@FlyEaglesFly19111]

Thank you.. got to work tomorrow.. a start up of HVAC equipment at a hospital OR.

[@billbowers268]

You have the right Attitude

[@DaveSomething]

I began to miss the piece of tape... but I found the video humorous and informational. thanks!

[@DaveSomething]

glad the tape made a comeback! still can't believe a stupid timing belt with VVT.

[@tomswindler64]

Is that the same shop,I’ve never seen it that uncluttered .lol enjoy video as always and your sarcasm never fails to entertain.😎😎😎👍👍👍

[@vehcor]

Same shop, same clutter. It must have been off camera. 😂

[@ghaithjaafar.m781]

Every time I see a video of you I turn my eyes to your channel and sadly surprising with the subscribers number. You really deserve larger community. Big thumbs up to you good job as usual I’m from Iraq and I just need to hear you saying the name of your channel

[@shilokominarek1884]

Love the attention to detail, I would buy a car from this guy .

[@Speeddemon3]

Hey!! You can't use magic, that was never covered in my apprenticeship!

[@vehcor]

That is taught in the advanced classes on KZbin! 😂

[@slawkowegrzyn2115]

Thumbs up and thanks for sharing this build. You know that you do a great job. George is always SPOTTY on you.

[@vehcor]

Thanks for the support!

[@paulbelanger7383]

I prefer: Drive Don't Crash Repeat 😅👍

[@vehcor]

I need the crash part or I don’t get to fix it! 😂 crashing can be fun too.

[@endall6783]

@@vehcor You'll always have work cause fixing what "somebody been here before" has done LOL

[@jimwiskus8862]

I think it may be time for “somebody’s been here” shirt. 😁

[@dgurevich1]

Even with all the problems, this is such a nice car. I have the next generation RX450h which is 10 years old and has 160000 miles. I love how it hasn't worn down at all and I love driving it. Even the battery is original Yes I know the battery is expensive but with gas prices where I live, it's worth the 'investment' when it finally deteriorates.

[@hardwaypete2572]

For removing sticky adhesive residue try using eucalyptus oil.

[@saramaki1088]

Amazing work. Truly enjoyable to watch a real professional. Thank you!

[@vehcor]

Thanks for the support!

[@johnpalmer5131]

Watching you work makes me want to buy one of vehicles you’ve repaired. Think that for the money, your vehicles are better than a new one.

[@terrallputnam7979]

I want to see more of the Mustang! The Lexus looks great! I would not have spent near that much time and effort on a car I was selling but you want return customers.

[@madmechanix4962]

This video completely defines the reason I watch everything you post.. I’m neither mechanic nor rebuilder but I maintain my own stuff.. and in the event I actually decide to let a member of the fleet go to the next guy I can answer every question that maybe possibly asked. Latest 2002 ram 1500 top end rebuild due to a smoked exhaust valve..

[@GhettoWagon]

My friend used to change belts on those 3.3s in like 20-25 mins on Toyota's hahha. Funny old times. Work like mad

[@tylorhoughtaling1214]

The seven dislikes were all Ford fanboys.

[@vehcor]

Don’t forget the clean freaks. They lost some battles in this video! 😂

[@edwardspaccarelli5944]

Moose Tang?

[@mike69papa]

@@vehcor hey...i know a good psychiatrist about your '' FORD'' problem...actually he own's one that needs to be fixed...hahaha...

[@fraidykat]

Ford Fan boys respect Toyota as a relatively equal level peer.

[@moldingpro7208]

Great video Scott By the way, love our "other" local guy, Wes. Have a good weekend!

[@galehbedrousian1178]

Great job👍

[@ronvan1362]

loved your video Scott. Car looks great. I will ask for those "Ultra Quck" assemblies next time at the parts store. Have a great day

[@on-site4094]

Scott professional rebuilder building it better a dying breed 👍

[@gattie12ben]

Very informative!

[@vehcor]

Thanks!

[@badvlad9861]

What a ride this episode was, got scary in a couple parts (clean freak sumpin) and dropped popcorn in my scotch & water. Waiting for you to pull some old false teeth outa da counsole. Great show, THANKS !

[@vehcor]

Scotch and water and popcorn... 🤔 interesting combo. 😂 You never know what you will find in those consoles. I was more worried about grandmas teeth in the Focus. Luckily she only left me the walker! 😂

[@jackos944]

had to put it on 0.25x playback to see that broken ford your dragging home for the next video 🤣🤣🤣

[@vehcor]

Ford Friday..... 🤮😂

[@TDPEquinox]

Pause the video before it happens and use the Period/Comma keys to go forward/back by one frame.

[@Sonicfan1661]

@@TDPEquinox If only we had a trick like that on mobile.

[@wakkoss]

@@TDPEquinox Good tip!

[@Questchaun]

What's the seam sealer taste like?

[@vehcor]

Chicken

[@TimTurner115]

Nice job sir. FORD RUN!! Sorry I mean FORD PUSH!

[@vehcor]

😂

[@TechTimeWithEric]

I'm a huge fan of that form factor of vehicle, but I really like the Lexus RX300. I have several customers with them, and they're very comfortable, roomy and reliable. Also, this is now the 6th video I've watched, I watched the GMC Terrain series and now this; I love your sense of humor, really reminds me of Aging Wheels.

[@DXFXmc]

Worry about your safety, afternoon crew sounds a bit aggressive..💪👐🙃🤐

[@vehcor]

I’ll just give them some chalk and tires to quiet them down! 😂

[@chaolee3605]

The only way to reuse those water barrier is to cut the tar back with a sharp razor blade while pealing it back. That way half the tar is on the water barrier and half stayed on the door. Slower but you don’t destroy it.

[@totalyep]

Lexus makes really solid cars.

[@andrewmain3572]

I was waiting for a screw or clip from the front door to disappear down the magnetic floor drain. Some sort of cover might be in order.

[@stevenharris374]

I just really enjoy the videos I learn more than I could ever do thanks!!!!!

[@donaldraysmith3686]

Should've left the Ford emblem on the ground great video I learn a lot by watching them thanks for the lessons you give until next time thanks

[@vehcor]

I don’t want to be a litterbug. 😂 Thanks for the support!

[@resurrectionautorebuilders8465]

I gotta get me some painting gnomes!

[@keitht7546]

I wondered what happen to the Mommy wagon and has a new life @ 163,000. Great Job on the RX and I saw Mr Spotty on the job I guess you ironed out his contract. Great Video, Stay Safe ✌🏽

[@vehcor]

Yeah, it was a low priority but they all get done eventually! Thanks for the support.

[@larogersii1]

you always put together a car back to better than it was before!

[@vehcor]

I was taught to leave things better than you found them. lol

[@davide.s.9880]

As long as you don't lick your fingers after smoothing that seam sealer you can do what you want. I don't know how you can work right over a sewer like that. I would drop everything in or toward it. I would find a rubber floor mat that covers it and keep that in the tool box to cover it when I have to work over one.

[@RBoas]

39:58 ford exploder, uh I mean explorer. Looking forward to it.

[@vehcor]

You had it right the first time. 😂

[@davidchaisson3610]

Awesome job on the Lexus.

[@colin8532]

OH GOD, Not another Ford build! It's going to take a lot of solvents to get that Ford goo off you if that's the next build. Cute adding a single frame of a ford loading on the trailer. Watch Wes Work is an awesome channel too.

[@vehcor]

It was actually 3 frames. One you couldn’t see it was just a flash. 😂 Thanks for supporting us both!

[@nokoolaid]

Scotty would approve.

[@vehcor]

👍🏻

[@geraldcoe1123]

I love your sense of humor! Great video! And, yes, Lexus consoles are deceptively large! Have a great weekend!

[@vehcor]

Thanks for the support!

[@bigbear5510]

Great video as always Scott, thanks for sharing. I see Mr. Spotty laying down on the job again. I don't think the Ford emblem was the issue, it was probably helped hold the gobs of Bondo to the panels.😉🤔 Glad to see that the Toyota/Acura is done & ready for a new owner. Spoke to ya later, Ka moan.😎

[@jimmysteichman5987]

I would be glad to buy any vehicle from you,good job enjoy your channel!

[@hrep14]

Great job as always.

[@vehcor]

Thanks!

[@rudybishop9089]

Really glad to see your use of preposition use has improved !

[@joegarza9262]

You do great work. Keep up all the good content. And don't worry about safety experts they afraid of the corona.

[@vehcor]

😂 Thanks for the support!

[@michaelg7251]

I’m new to the channel. I started with the Toyota RAV4 rebuild. I have really enjoyed the content.

[@illreportbackinabit.8514]

Hello. Please replace the LR strut and check the brake line on that corner. Good show, thanks my friend.

[@ME-kv8ew]

A Ford joke, hooray! A great plug for Wes. Is it because he is a fellow Illinoisian? Both you and Wes are awsome! Have a great one from a southern Illinoisian.

[@ahwootton5]

Those ultra quick struts are a genius idea!

[@merrellbean7238]

And this is exactly why I watch your videos because you're very honest and you like the jobs done right not half ass good job buddy for sticking to your guns and being honest greasers people out there are honest and have their morals in check and worry about other people not just themselves good job looking forward to your next videos

[@michaelshocik5915]

I thought that every Toyota came with a couple cans of PB Plaster...LOL

[@RandBLSWorld]

I am glad the air chisel was used in this episode.

[@vehcor]

Me too, the job never seems complete without it! 😂

[@alexblanco9687]

This one was amazing. The car didn’t look that bad at first, but you turned it into a decent used car for somebody as usual. Great finish, I thought I had missed the end since you had that pause for the missing parts.

[@vehcor]

Yeah, waiting for parts and the C7 became a priority. Summer is only so long here in IL. Thanks for the support.

[@ninjavice16]

Boring build Friday’s are the best

[@vehcor]

Thanks!

[@oldman936]

Excellent video! Casually working on door...oh look bumper! 😂

[@vehcor]

I have a short attention spa......

[@MyDailyUpload]

I had an RX400h. Nice car until some uninsured kid ran into the driver side. I’ve no doubt Mr Vehcor could’ve fixed it right up but the insurance company decided to total it. Gave me $8700 in 2016 for a 2006 with 155k that had been nicely maintained by me.

[@vehcor]

Both the door and 1/4 came from 400h cars. Two different ones of the same color. 😂 come to think of it so did the curtain air bag. I think my Rx330 is turning into an RX400h!

[@leslierhodes5467]

I watch Wes Work i wondered where he got the magic from now I know

[@me3333]

What, wait, so you have discovered the secret to toyota reliability is having ford inside?!? Love your videos and humor! You definitely work much harder than I do. It's a shame that all that hard work makes it invisible. You ought to sign or maybe put a tiny Mr. spotty on the inside of those quarters when put them together for the next guy