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

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@LegitStreetCars 2 жыл бұрын

Here's the final restoration video and Lexus giveaway video! kzfaq.info/get/bejne/nr6FaJeLz9aucmQ.html

@Samcrac 2 жыл бұрын

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

@rockyloccgarage2040 2 жыл бұрын

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 2 жыл бұрын

🤣

@kmvuniverse 2 жыл бұрын

😂😂😂 dude

@HabibRKO 2 жыл бұрын

Shut up Sam

@andrewphillips470 2 жыл бұрын

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

@is300glenn 2 жыл бұрын

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

@kmvuniverse 2 жыл бұрын

😂😂😂😂dude

@deeeezel 2 жыл бұрын

I do the same thing to the old Mercedes s class

@edvardsz3539 2 жыл бұрын

@@deeeezel which one?

@DScaglione. 2 жыл бұрын

@@deeeezel how old a benz?

@VinceCannavaII 2 жыл бұрын

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

@shingie_x 2 жыл бұрын

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

@B1eardog 2 жыл бұрын

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 2 жыл бұрын

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

@Greenhornet411 2 жыл бұрын

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

@SuzukiKid400 2 жыл бұрын

100% agree with this guy

@Canadian_Icecube 2 жыл бұрын

1000000 % agree !

@KoalaPhD 2 жыл бұрын

Can watch those the whole night long and never get tired

@ikutoisahobo 2 жыл бұрын

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 2 жыл бұрын

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 Жыл бұрын

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 Жыл бұрын

@@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 2 жыл бұрын

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 2 жыл бұрын

Nothing wrong with glorified Toyota’s.

@lanzarlaluna 2 жыл бұрын

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

@bigjbandit 2 жыл бұрын

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

@themanthelegend7048 2 жыл бұрын

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

@DeusVolo 2 жыл бұрын

RockAuto is really great!

@Jordn336 2 жыл бұрын

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

@MrCarGuy 2 жыл бұрын

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

@justinsvidz 2 жыл бұрын

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.

@TiptronicSS 2 жыл бұрын

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 😄

@jasonp410 2 жыл бұрын

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🤘🤘

@jacksonbeje 2 жыл бұрын

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

@zeoriginabearjewzbj7064 2 жыл бұрын

I know a lot of diehards don't like the lack of Mercedes content, but I love these videos Alex. Keep breathing life back into these neglected autos. Can't wait to see those damn wheels get a resto

@rhysparker6504 2 жыл бұрын

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 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks brother. I appreciate that.

@DarkChocolate325 2 жыл бұрын

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

@LegitStreetCars 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!!

@ytsux9259 2 жыл бұрын

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

@TheCarCareNut 2 жыл бұрын

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 2 жыл бұрын

Hi AMD!

@hondaveetc82 2 жыл бұрын

Shut ip

@TheCarCareNut 2 жыл бұрын

@@abdelrahimmohammed1814 Hello!

@kgisabeast 2 жыл бұрын

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 2 жыл бұрын

@@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 :/

@joshuavillalobos8218 2 жыл бұрын

Brother after you bought your wife that Escalade I went and bought my wife a 2016 and did everything that you did to yours. It still runs beautiful and it has 128,000 miles now. Thank you for showing us normal people how to do the work that we didn't think we could do

@aliabbabua 2 жыл бұрын

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

@kevinc31 2 жыл бұрын

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

@Ecozzy0123 2 жыл бұрын

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

@colliecollie6822 2 жыл бұрын

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

@colliecollie6822 2 жыл бұрын

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..

@MasterofNoneTV 2 жыл бұрын

for intake valve cleaning, put a bunch of plastic zip ties on a power drill and go to town on the intake by scrubbing them mechanically. Then vacuum out!

@nineinchz 2 жыл бұрын

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

@Avalon491 2 жыл бұрын

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

@KirkLazurus 2 жыл бұрын

LOVING these near hour long uploads.

@yulaw5110 2 жыл бұрын

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

@EnthusiastAustralia 2 жыл бұрын

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

@100PercentJake 2 жыл бұрын

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

@jasonw7497 2 жыл бұрын

You like scat play too?

@cigarsgunsandgasoline8032 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah, with your mother...

@effendyzainalabidin676 2 жыл бұрын

@@cigarsgunsandgasoline8032 hahaha .. language people, language 😆

@Deelerious87 2 жыл бұрын

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. 👍🏼👍🏼👏👏

@ttbalog 2 жыл бұрын

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

@im_an_alvani 2 жыл бұрын

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

@shootr04 2 жыл бұрын

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!!

@jasoningram9928 2 жыл бұрын

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

@camaroguy1969 2 жыл бұрын

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

@tda2806 2 жыл бұрын

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

@faizsuria 2 жыл бұрын

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

@AverageNeighbor 2 жыл бұрын

Love the hard work, subbed!!

@markg.2501 2 жыл бұрын

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

@emericaman16 2 жыл бұрын

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. 🔥👌

@wrdominicas 2 жыл бұрын

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 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Joe, appreciate that

@wrdominicas 2 жыл бұрын

@@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

@rpavlik1 2 жыл бұрын

Really love seeing these detailed videos.

@YooJin717 2 жыл бұрын

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

@LegitStreetCars 2 жыл бұрын

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@MorganTye2 2 жыл бұрын

My mum and dad both own 1

@davidkaye8712 2 жыл бұрын

Shop vac, poop connoisseur, was it a good year ?

@ChristianBeane 2 жыл бұрын

I'd love to see you finally use that walnut media blaster on the valves. Seems like such an elegant solution. I have 2 direct injection cars. Probably time for a cleaning.

@philgrimsey3637 2 жыл бұрын

2. 98 CR-V and a Chrysler Crossfire convertible

@zachr5054 2 жыл бұрын

1 is all I can afford. 2013 Chevy Equinox w/ 91k miles and 4 years of payments left.

@arielsantos5749 2 жыл бұрын

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

@iderik01 2 жыл бұрын

I love your sense of humor! And how you work! Great job!!

@antwioneatterberry9086 2 жыл бұрын

This is a good man I love to see people helped a fellow man

@GlazzedDonut 2 жыл бұрын

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

@ScottHolderCrossPoint 2 жыл бұрын

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.

@milokerrigan7256 2 жыл бұрын

You’re a legend mate - learn so much and especially being that you are giving the car away! Awesome! 👍🏼❤️

@mikegs7704 2 жыл бұрын

i resynchronized this guys moonroof after two different mechanics said it was broken .and he offered me a job in his 80 car lot .i knew subscribing to this channel was a good idea xD

@yeahitskimmel 2 жыл бұрын

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

@dontworry4831 2 жыл бұрын

Alex seems like he's really in his element now. He's got his Legit Street Quarters and he a full-time KZfaqr 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👍🏽

@JG-zb7om 2 жыл бұрын

Thoroughly enjoy the longer videos! Keep ‘em coming!

@christophersparkman 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome video Alex! Enjoyed every minute!

@MIUBHI007 2 жыл бұрын

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???” 😂😂

@welintonpaulino 2 жыл бұрын

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

@deniro2695 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your time making this video's. I learn alot from you!

@RealRickCox 2 жыл бұрын

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.

@_zigzak 2 жыл бұрын

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

@dontworry4831 2 жыл бұрын

And engine runs super smooth

@daveatkinson1099 2 жыл бұрын

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.

@easternpa2 2 жыл бұрын

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!

@windycityben4850 2 жыл бұрын

Great video man!! Can’t wait to see the cosmetic portion of the project.

@rogerghiardi7723 2 жыл бұрын

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

@BryanW916 2 жыл бұрын

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 2 жыл бұрын

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

@swervoOG 2 жыл бұрын

@@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 2 жыл бұрын

@@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.

@KiwiPokerPlayer 2 жыл бұрын

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.

@terrycharl 2 жыл бұрын

Alex, I can’t tell you how much I look forward to these videos.

@mikedamian1338 2 жыл бұрын

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

@mazenschnefeldt5077 2 жыл бұрын

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

@mikedamian1338 2 жыл бұрын

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

@alexron2023 2 жыл бұрын

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

@ArisGeo1002 2 жыл бұрын

Really loved the Lexus series! Keep it up Alex! You are amazing!

@Tosh.R 2 жыл бұрын

Quickly becoming my favorite channel!!!!!!

@SandyNickk 2 жыл бұрын

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!

@MyRandomLife247 2 жыл бұрын

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

@Kato_mari 2 жыл бұрын

I love your channel its very helpful and perfect example of dedication

@gerardosanchezramirez7981 2 жыл бұрын

It’s so satisfying watching a good car restored to greatness!!

@novajoe67 2 жыл бұрын

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

@scotfenedick6618 2 жыл бұрын

@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!

@akido40 2 жыл бұрын

Loving these Lexus videos , can’t get enough !!

@Keefteef 2 жыл бұрын

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

@SugarChateau 2 жыл бұрын

Woohoo! Been waiting for this one.

@sergioambrosinojr5559 2 жыл бұрын

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. 👍🏻

@therandomchannel2022 2 жыл бұрын

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

@Samrio 2 жыл бұрын

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

@frankportigiano1910 2 жыл бұрын

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

@5metoo 2 жыл бұрын

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.

@samuelnehil7858 2 жыл бұрын

Thats a lot of work, keep up the great work

@JamaicanCowboy 2 жыл бұрын

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.

@ItsAlive111 2 жыл бұрын

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!

@eldraino9933 2 жыл бұрын

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

@nahimibrahim107 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome video!!! I was hooked from the start!!

@williamblais5068 2 жыл бұрын

I’m enjoying this little series very much!!

@rah.33m 2 жыл бұрын

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.

@keeganlangford5580 2 жыл бұрын

Running a catch can system will usually help with carbon build up like that.

@eobardthawne6962 2 жыл бұрын

Was going to say the same thing. I cleaned the intake manifold and valves on my f150 ecobost and installed a catch can. They still look nice and clean after 45k miles.

@netob6826 2 жыл бұрын

For sure with these 2.5l are prone to carbon build up.

@richardbaumgart2454 2 жыл бұрын

@@eobardthawne6962 are the ecoboosts prone for build up?? I have a 2,0 ecoboost...he said some early models of DI, does that include ecoboosts?

@spooln30 2 жыл бұрын

@@richardbaumgart2454 Depends on what year ecoboost you have. Ford added port injection in addition to the DI to help with the intake valves getting carbon on them later on. An oil separator aka catch can, is still a great system to add to any engine to rid the oil out of the engines intake track. Especially for DI vehicles.

@Kohoso95 2 жыл бұрын

@@richardbaumgart2454 I run a catch can on my 1.6 Ecoboost it is definitely a great addition. Every oil change I dump it out and am glad that isn't being blasted on my valves. If I were to use a laundry measurement cup its 2-3 loads of residue lol

@7binus9 2 жыл бұрын

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!

@paulgallacher3903 2 жыл бұрын

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

@livingroomtv9591 2 жыл бұрын

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.

@yesterdaysyouth593 2 жыл бұрын

Those are likely the factory plugs, there will be a mark on top of the connectors if so. Same plugs they still use in the 2gr-fks.

@CarFul 2 жыл бұрын

Really loved this Video a lot Alex and especially how you show us the use of brake paste and everything in detail ... also the carbon cleaning of the valves is explained and filmed extremely well. Thanks for sharing 👍👍👍😀