Cheap fix for the Lexus IS belt molding problems

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  • čas přidán 20. 08. 2024

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  • @MikeMacful
    @MikeMacful Před rokem +23

    That is such a well-timed video! I was literally planning to cough up and replace mine - didn't even think of painting them like that - guess what I'm doing this weekend now, thanks!

  • @JGirard1Stream
    @JGirard1Stream Před rokem +2

    I replaced all the belt moldings yesterday on my 2010 IS250 AWD. I followed the steps in this video. Actually, it was a very fast process. It took about 20-25 minutes per each front door. One thing I'd like to point out is, you do not need to take off the rubber bumper and the rear section panel piece. Once you get the door panel off, you only need to remove the one front push clip for the window trim to be released slightly to gain access to the bolt for the triangle piece. The rear belt moldings are a breeze to replace and only take 15 seconds. Thanks for having this video as the initial guide to learn from. Now I know that removing the door panels on my Lexus is an easy process.

  • @DarkRider2k3
    @DarkRider2k3 Před rokem +4

    I had to do the same thing with the moldings on my '04 Mitsubishi Eclipse. Didn't know Lexus had the same issue!

  • @sjupicudacuda898
    @sjupicudacuda898 Před rokem +4

    Thanks a nice treat to see you on Wednesday!

  • @dave3156
    @dave3156 Před rokem +6

    Always great to see a special issue, especially when it includes using the belt moulding installation tool! Nice way of saving the mouldings

  • @glenharper3136
    @glenharper3136 Před rokem +3

    Thanks for sharing Scott.

  • @kevlinville
    @kevlinville Před rokem +1

    $500 dealer upgrade! Looks amazing 🎉

  • @jimwiskus8862
    @jimwiskus8862 Před rokem +2

    This was a great break in the day! Always fun to learn something new and know it’s done right. See you Friday, maybe?

  • @FlyEaglesFly19111
    @FlyEaglesFly19111 Před rokem +3

    Well an early present this week. Well thanks for sharing the knowledge! I cannot wait to reat thru of how many say you did it wrong.. its always my favorite. Stay safe and be well Scott.

  • @sunxishan
    @sunxishan Před rokem +2

    Really useful! I will try this on my RX330 and LX470. Thanks!

  • @MikhailScottKy
    @MikhailScottKy Před rokem +1

    You have redone GM SUV headliners in the past. Would you please do a start to finish video covering it. I have to redo mine and your videos are an EXCELLENT reference material on what to do and what not to do.

  • @patrickzadd5215
    @patrickzadd5215 Před rokem +2

    Scott
    job well done!

  • @ewanstewart8011
    @ewanstewart8011 Před rokem +4

    I can’t afford a Lexus so that won’t ever be a problem for me 😅👍🏻🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

  • @ZEPRATGERNODT
    @ZEPRATGERNODT Před rokem +1

    Now I can fix my 96 Camry trim.

  • @carguy4658
    @carguy4658 Před rokem +2

    Great job!

  • @optil-rectal-itis2782
    @optil-rectal-itis2782 Před rokem +1

    I have to do my grand prix again the right way now!!

  • @buckpowers4837
    @buckpowers4837 Před rokem

    I like all of the speciality tools in your tool box. I will have to try some of the ones I have, Great video

  • @johngrant1337
    @johngrant1337 Před rokem +1

    great video thanks

  • @groundspeed3954
    @groundspeed3954 Před rokem +1

    Nice. Good, practical tip.

  • @kixtonjordan9521
    @kixtonjordan9521 Před rokem +1

    I would have hit it with a quick coat of matte finisher after the paint, gives it more protection and dulls the shine to match the rest of the trim better

    • @Matt_from_Florida
      @Matt_from_Florida Před rokem +1

      That SEM Trim paint is a semi-gloss to begin with, which matches the trim on most cars. SEM also makes a full-gloss trim paint for those who believe that new paint should always be shiny. Those trim paints push the fact that it's "one & done". No primer or clear-coat required. It's far from being a new product as I was using it in the 1980s, so I can say that it adheres forever without peeling.

  • @hollandduck79
    @hollandduck79 Před rokem

    Hello from the Netherlands.
    thanks for the video Scott .
    Sincerely Hollandduck

  • @donmacaskill5022
    @donmacaskill5022 Před rokem +1

    Can you believe I have a Camry with the same issue!

  • @acrepairnearme
    @acrepairnearme Před rokem

    Such a beautiful car design.❤

  • @alphaomega9033
    @alphaomega9033 Před rokem

    You know, I Am not going to leave a comment, I Am going to watch everything You do to teach Me and Our People, weather You like it or not! And no I Am not leaving a comment!

  • @anomamos9095
    @anomamos9095 Před rokem

    Note.
    There’s a very strong likelihood that someone will have used a silicone trim polish and or treatment on the mouldings bumpers etc.
    This silicone crap is a total nuisance when trying to paint stuff and may not be fully cleaned off by wax and grease remover so extra cleaning and care is a must before painting.
    If you see a chalky residue built up on the dashboard and trim pieces it’s almost guaranteed that someone has used a silicone wax treatment on it.

  • @45AMT
    @45AMT Před rokem +1

    Wonder if the same supplier that made these also made the crappy dash pads in these cars.

  • @hackfabrication139
    @hackfabrication139 Před rokem +1

    Nice! Love these 'quick fixes'! I'm wondering if the 'common problem' with the Lexus door guts is similar to those pesky Gran Am doors?

  • @richardthomas1743
    @richardthomas1743 Před rokem +2

    Hey Scott !

  • @billbowers268
    @billbowers268 Před rokem

    Hello Sott ! My regards to Mr. Spotty .

  • @chadlehman4206
    @chadlehman4206 Před rokem +1

    That’s cool I never thought about that😅

  • @siemenstraffic
    @siemenstraffic Před rokem +1

    This video is really Wütrh watching! (No pun intended)

  • @johnmehaffey9953
    @johnmehaffey9953 Před rokem

    Nice one scott

  • @garthbutton699
    @garthbutton699 Před rokem

    Hey good tip,thanks for your efforts🤗😎🤗😎

  • @handaferguson
    @handaferguson Před rokem +2

    Great Job!!! Thank You... :-)

  • @iamthetarget52
    @iamthetarget52 Před rokem +2

    8:35 I have looked on both your website and Amazon page and can not find a link to the Belt Molding Installation tool.
    Mine are the older model and very worn.

  • @rkozaczka
    @rkozaczka Před rokem +2

    Have you ever repaired/refinished a "melted dashboards" I'm an IS?

  • @robertclubs9908
    @robertclubs9908 Před rokem

    Good Idea. Thanks

  • @scottblackstock9447
    @scottblackstock9447 Před rokem

    Wow! I saw that van in the background and thought you were getting all of your auto parts from Tommy-Boy....

  • @rubenarizmendicortes6366

    Liked it!

  • @Shododaan
    @Shododaan Před rokem +4

    Wow I was just discussing this issue on both Reddit and ClubLexus so this is great to see! If I could ask a question about that driver's door panel - Mine won't close the pocket door at the bottom fully on the left side (near the water bottle curve) it seems the previous owner pulled to hard. Thoughts on how to address it? Thank you for all of your videos and especially the phrase "bi*ch mittens" as a name for gloves because I've used it myself and made others laugh.

    • @dwindeyer
      @dwindeyer Před rokem

      I saw the post on reddit about this as well, touch wood mine are still fine

  • @vedranbozicevic1111
    @vedranbozicevic1111 Před rokem +1

    I was planning to glue it back on only I do not know what kind of glue to use? Do you have maybe some recommendations?

  • @davids1033
    @davids1033 Před rokem +2

    Are you back from the beach?

  • @nbrowser
    @nbrowser Před rokem

    Wiser Wallet Wednesday? :)

  • @ivuntayhester6508
    @ivuntayhester6508 Před rokem

    I’m here from your frame pulling videos. I’m currently in a twist with my past dads totaled 1998 f150 that was rear ended and totaled which is now a salvage title. No major or small shops want touch it because of title and some people just don’t have the time to deal with it. I’m currently thinking about taking a shot at it myself with the harbour freight hydraulic unit. I would love to get your insight from some pictures or something, if you think it’s worth doing or not

    • @ShainAndrews
      @ShainAndrews Před rokem

      Shop could care less of the title status. Paid... that is what they are concerned about... getting paid. Most shops around here are running full tilt on insurance jobs and we're not even into summer hail season yet. I'll add one more comment on title status. It is a fiscal declaration. When a repair is worth near or more than the value of the vehicle it gets totaled. It has NOTHING to do with damage severity, nor suitability for repair.

  • @steveboyer4137
    @steveboyer4137 Před rokem +2

    I thought you weren't allowed to paint.

    • @vehcor
      @vehcor  Před rokem

      They left the spray cans, unattended! 😂

  • @DieselZee
    @DieselZee Před 5 měsíci

    So you didn’t replace the rubber seal itself? You just cut the rubber seal off and painted the chrome black?

  • @kailuagarage
    @kailuagarage Před rokem +1

    Is it worthwhile to use an adhesion promoter ?

  • @BrucePierson
    @BrucePierson Před rokem +3

    A lot of work to fix a defective product!

  • @elcheapo5302
    @elcheapo5302 Před rokem

    Did Mr. Spotty retire to the Caribbean with all his millions?

  • @Cartier_specialist
    @Cartier_specialist Před rokem

    Beats paying $200 for new ones.

  • @oldman936
    @oldman936 Před rokem +1

    Early edition? Or bonus edition?

  • @YippeeSkippie426
    @YippeeSkippie426 Před rokem

    4!

  • @semihyilmaz4699
    @semihyilmaz4699 Před rokem +1

    Well, why not just cut/trim the piece that is peeling and leave it like that!

    • @kixtonjordan9521
      @kixtonjordan9521 Před rokem +2

      It wouldn’t match the rest of the window trim that way

  • @Natesgarage123
    @Natesgarage123 Před rokem

    Great content does Mr spoty work for you still

  • @sheilam4964
    @sheilam4964 Před rokem

    👍👍👍👍👍

  • @asconstruction4146
    @asconstruction4146 Před rokem

    Mr spotty

  • @richardchayer6597
    @richardchayer6597 Před rokem

    Hello

  • @davidruffjr6045
    @davidruffjr6045 Před rokem

    👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

  • @mrenfilade7178
    @mrenfilade7178 Před rokem

    I just wonder when Toyota is gonna redesign the Lexus' front end. They're so ugly! +1 Like

    • @houseofno
      @houseofno Před rokem

      Lexus cars have been ugly for about a decade now. The ugly train hasn't reached the caboose yet. Scott doesn't make those nearsighted design decisions.

  • @KenMrKLC
    @KenMrKLC Před rokem +1

    You fool! It’s best to use a rubberized spray coating which better matches the factory coating In that it will peel right off in short order

  • @Billy-rr7re
    @Billy-rr7re Před rokem

    funny how some people advise to buy these "luxury" cars because they are "toyota" but it is never a good idea. buying this crap means paying luxury car part prices and prices are insane. they can keep their "luxury" crap

  • @geraldthompson2173
    @geraldthompson2173 Před rokem

    I see you abused 'tapey's' family to do this job...

  • @vitorabuzin6274
    @vitorabuzin6274 Před měsícem

    Moldings can be replaced without dismantled whole door. Just pull it out , believe me.