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Re: Club-Lexus by Lexusgs430: 6:44am On Feb 24, 2022 |
Funtiwon: Start saving for a new engine, I would suspect vehicle was sent to auction, due to overheating and possible head gasket burn ........... 1 Like |
Re: Club-Lexus by Ayo7(m): 10:14am On Feb 24, 2022 |
There can be some "un-disclosed problems" associated with "clean title" cars from auction. Most clean title cars at auctions are sold by private sellers and may not carry full disclosure. If you want clean title, better to go to a dealership although price will be about 100 percent more than auction. The issue is that Nigerians like clean title but want bargain prices. Accident cars with salvage title sold by insurance carry full disclosure of everything wrong with the vehicle and when properly fixed, it can be a good deal. The smoke can be from a burnt gasket and shouldn't be difficult to fix but ensure the car is towed from the port to a very good mechanic and not driven. You may not need to buy a new engine but ensure you get a good specialist to fix it. It will cost some good money though but cheaper than buying a new engine. Funtiwon: |
Re: Club-Lexus by Dozieson(m): 4:45pm On Feb 24, 2022 |
Lexusgs430: Head gasket burn is not a big issue. Just replace the gasket and flattens the block if there is warp. My suspect is that the engine is burning oil |
Re: Club-Lexus by KolaShangOne(m): 6:34pm On Feb 24, 2022 |
Mastermindx: You should have taken a Professional with you before buying. This is alot of work man. |
Re: Club-Lexus by kingreign(m): 7:35pm On Feb 25, 2022 |
Mastermindx: It means a lot. You need to have your car checked and diagnosed by a competent technician with a high end diagnostic tool. |
Re: Club-Lexus by kingreign(m): 7:37pm On Feb 25, 2022 |
Ayo7: I know someone who bought a clear title certified preown car from a dealership in US and had it shipped down only for the car to start developing issues and when the engine was opened it was obvious the car had been reworked albeit in a shoddy manner abroad. 1 Like |
Re: Club-Lexus by Lexusgs430: 2:43am On Feb 26, 2022 |
Dozieson: So your solution for an engine burning oil ......... Where is the oil burning to .......... |
Re: Club-Lexus by Dozieson(m): 8:53am On Feb 26, 2022 |
Lexusgs430: Lolz. You have not heard of oil burn? This is as a result of warn rings/engine block walls. A sound mechanic could easily trace it. Ringing the engine is a major repair and needs a very good & experience mech for the job |
Re: Club-Lexus by Lexusgs430: 9:17am On Feb 26, 2022 |
Dozieson: Once a mechanic is already tempering with the engine, the engine is gone !!!!! Why do you think car manufacturers, never ring engine...... They simply replace........ 1 Like |
Re: Club-Lexus by kingreign(m): 10:39am On Feb 26, 2022 |
Lexusgs430: NOT always true Sir. It’s much easier for a dealership to replace an engine with another engine because it’s cheaper and quicker. Rebuilding an engine is a rigorous physical task which also takes time and may require long waiting time for parts to arrive. Rebuilding an engine gives the technician opportunity to observe and detect worn out components and factory flaws in the manufacture of that engine and make amendments or use parts with higher degree of tolerance which will meet or usually exceed manufacturers specifications in the manufacture of that engine. If a brand new engine from a crate cost $25,000, a rebuild using a much higher quality aftermarket components than the manufacturer actually used in building that engine may be $30,000-35,000 for parts and labour. If a simple engine swap takes 10hours, a rebuild could take 70-120hours. If an engine from manufacturer produces max 200hp and 210ib.ft brand new, a rebuilt engine from higher quality materials could be anywhere from 220hp 240ib.ft or even way more. If factory manufactured engine have a lifespan of 10years, a properly rebuilt engine may last longer than that if components of higher tolerances and quality are used. 4 Likes |
Re: Club-Lexus by Lexusgs430: 10:44am On Feb 26, 2022 |
kingreign: Those rigorous tasks, involves proper technical skills and training + with proper tools and machineries....... Which unfortunately, are all lacking........... Those cowboy fixed engine's, are simply throwing good money at bad .......... 2 Likes |
Re: Club-Lexus by Favouredforever: 5:00pm On Feb 26, 2022 |
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Re: Club-Lexus by Drippingwetman: 8:36pm On Feb 26, 2022 |
Good evening house I just discovered this thread, and also looking for the best advice on the best place I can handle the rust underneath my new es330 just bought it as toks very neat only to find out underneath so rusty, I need recommendations and how much it will cost to fix it and the best place to . Thanks |
Re: Club-Lexus by kingreign(m): 1:23am On Feb 27, 2022 |
Drippingwetman: You need a technician to inspect and evaluate then you can proceed from there. The location of the car also matters |
Re: Club-Lexus by Drippingwetman: 2:05am On Feb 27, 2022 |
kingreign:car located in Lagos and as a newbie that’s why I came here so as to know where I can get it inspected and fixed |
Re: Club-Lexus by asaajuomo1(m): 1:28pm On Feb 28, 2022 |
Good Afternoon All, Which of the following OBD2 scanner can I buy for my RX350.
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Re: Club-Lexus by Emmanslinks: 10:55am On Mar 01, 2022 |
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Re: Club-Lexus by Searchingvictor: 11:17pm On Mar 03, 2022 |
kong200: Good evening, Sorry to bother you by this time. Please I need financial support from you. Any lil amount you can help me with. I'm really financially handicapped and desperation want to set in. Lest it happens, that's why I'm seeking help from you. Maybe 1k or 2k or any amount. Please Once again, pardon me for bothering by this time. |
Re: Club-Lexus by Meklex(m): 3:31pm On Mar 04, 2022 |
I just paid for a toks Lexus es 300. What are the things I should do when it gets to me? |
Re: Club-Lexus by asaajuomo1(m): 8:18pm On Mar 07, 2022 |
Please recommend good and efficient car scanner for Lexus RX350. |
Re: Club-Lexus by Soferkizzy007: 11:26pm On Mar 23, 2022 |
Please what’s the difference between a 011 Lexus Rx 350 that has a mouse and the one that doesn’t Lexus Experts only please!! |
Re: Club-Lexus by bastien: 11:38pm On Mar 29, 2022 |
I’m joining the Lexus family soon this weekend, excited 1 Like |
Re: Club-Lexus by asaajuomo1(m): 7:53pm On Apr 01, 2022 |
Good evening, I just got delivery of my TOKS American used Lexus RX350 2009 yesterday. It's showing check engine light and vsc off. When I diagnosed, it's showing error code P0015 and P0017. P0015- Camshaft position - Timing over Retarded Bank 1 P0017- Crankshaft position Camshaft position correlation Bank 1 sensor B. Kindly assist. |
Re: Club-Lexus by Lexusgs430: 10:28pm On Apr 01, 2022 |
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Re: Club-Lexus by yesloaded: 4:11pm On Apr 02, 2022 |
Re: Club-Lexus by DanielsParker(m): 7:19pm On Apr 02, 2022 |
Meklex: I use same car. Very comfortable and cool. But you go buy fuel o. It doesn’t have a good fuel economy, I only drive when necessary when I have somewhere to go. 1. Check your break pads. 2. Check exhaust leakages due to age. 3. Radiator leakages due to age. 4. Chang your engine oil 5w 30 5. Drive around , check for sounds , you might need to replace shock/suspension 6. Buy coolant for radiator . 7. Check the level of transmission ATF. And steering oil ATF. 8. Change your battery if it isn’t néw. Enjoy your ride! |
Re: Club-Lexus by DanielsParker(m): 7:21pm On Apr 02, 2022 |
Re: Club-Lexus by Meklex(m): 8:35pm On Apr 02, 2022 |
DanielsParker:the brakepads, exhaust, shocks, radiator and battery are all in good shape. Even the tyres are in good shape. I changed the ATF cos it's black ish. There's coolant in th radiator and I used Hardex Gold engine oil(is it good?) As for fuel economy, I don't really notice much difference from corolla. My first car was a corolla. One thing about the car that I like is that it's a smooth ride and balanced. That mode and reset button on the steering, what is it for? |
Re: Club-Lexus by Dozieson(m): 10:43pm On Apr 02, 2022 |
Meklex: Hardex ke? Don't kill that engine o |
Re: Club-Lexus by Meklex(m): 11:19pm On Apr 02, 2022 |
Dozieson:which oil is better? |
Re: Club-Lexus by Dozieson(m): 3:18pm On Apr 03, 2022 |
Meklex: Mobil 1 1 Like |
Re: Club-Lexus by DanielsParker(m): 5:56pm On Apr 03, 2022 |
Meklex: I don’t know about Hardex. I use Mobil 5w 30. If you can afford Total, it’s also nice. Reset button is to reset the driving time, miles, miles per gallon etc. depends on the one you want to be displayed on your dashboard.. 2 Likes |
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