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Re: When GAZZUZZ takes over - RX350 - The Journey by Nobody: 12:49pm On Jul 28, 2017
GAZZUZZ:


Vehicle mileage is 102,657. It's very close.

Gazzuzz, this is an assumption. I think.

You are never sure if the engine has been replaced at some point, or have had work done or by whom. We have Kazeems here too.
Re: When GAZZUZZ takes over - RX350 - The Journey by Nobody: 12:56pm On Jul 28, 2017
thebigkendo:


Bros lets be factual, Mileage matters.. Is not the most important factor to me but it counts, abi you go buy car with over 300k miles for the same price with which you can get one with less than 200k miles?

I will if the things that I look for as positives are on the higher mileage car.

But then I shop for used cars with a magnet in my pocket, I check the brake pedal pads, headliner clips, internal front and rear corner assembly plant markings, etc

Despite the huge risk, cars are still being clocked here too.

From https://www.thestreet.com/story/13473998/1/why-odometer-rollback-fraud-is-rising-with-200000-cases-annually.html

"The number of cases of odometer rollbacks is rising each year since the fraud is not complicated to perpetrate, and because many consumers are unaware that this practice exists, they do not bother checking the mileage records, said Chris Basso, a used car expert for Carfax, the Centreville, Va.-based company which provides vehicle history reports. At least 1.5 million cars have incorrect mileage and a minimum of another 200,000 cars are tampered with each year.

“There is virtually no sign that it has been done,” he said. “Rolling back mileage is a fairly profitable crime, since committing the fraud is relatively fast.”

“When you can purchase the tools online and roll back the mileage on multiple cars, it becomes a very lucrative scam,” Basso said.

The highest number of fraud cases is in California, followed by Idaho, Nevada, Massachusetts, New York, Georgia and Texas. Since 38 million used cars were sold in 2015, “it provides a lot of opportunity for consumers to get ripped off and for someone get away with a lot of your money,” Basso said."
Re: When GAZZUZZ takes over - RX350 - The Journey by cyborg123(m): 12:58pm On Jul 28, 2017
kingreign:
wo woo woss woo bekiafu! angry

You wan make Kingreign recommend motor with high mileage and 2 months down the line engine kaput and owner gbab kingreign?
Enemy of progress spotted grin
grin grin
That's why the dealers tamper with mileage. grin Ignorance is bliss?

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Re: When GAZZUZZ takes over - RX350 - The Journey by kingreign(m): 1:08pm On Jul 28, 2017
thebigkendo:


lol 380000km or 380000 miles. If its KM , i can do 380000km (236121miles) but definitely not at that price
380k miles and it's registered Camry, yet the seller put a tag of 2.6m

Re: When GAZZUZZ takes over - RX350 - The Journey by Inception(m): 1:11pm On Jul 28, 2017
kingreign:

380k Km miles

shocked

That is like circumnavigating the earth over 9 1/2 times!

BTW it is in km not miles. ( the speedometer of km(white) is the dominant one from the pics)

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Re: When GAZZUZZ takes over - RX350 - The Journey by GAZZUZZ(m): 1:26pm On Jul 28, 2017
EgunMogaji:


Gazzuzz, this is an assumption. I think.

You are never sure if the engine has been replaced at some point, or have had work done or by whom. We have Kazeems here too.

uncle, it's a 2gr-fe extremely reliable engine. I do not see how oyinbo would have killed the engine that quick.
Re: When GAZZUZZ takes over - RX350 - The Journey by Nobody: 1:34pm On Jul 28, 2017
GAZZUZZ:


uncle, it's a 2gr-fe extremely reliable engine. I do not see how oyinbo would have killed the engine that quick.

Okay o, carry on grin

The things wey my eyes don see my mouth no fit talk.
Re: When GAZZUZZ takes over - RX350 - The Journey by uzuz(f): 1:37pm On Jul 28, 2017
EgunMogaji:


Gazzuzz, this is an assumption. I think.

You are never sure if the engine has been replaced at some point, or have had work done or by whom. We have Kazeems here too.

Nothing of that sort have been done to the vehicle before. This is the first time a major work is being carried out on it.
Re: When GAZZUZZ takes over - RX350 - The Journey by uzuz(f): 1:40pm On Jul 28, 2017
GAZZUZZ:


uncle, it's a 2gr-fe extremely reliable engine. I do not see how oyinbo would have killed the engine that quick.


This your uncle sef.


EgunMogaji:


Gazzuzz, this is an assumption. I think.

You are never sure if the engine has been replaced at some point, or have had work done or by whom. We have Kazeems here too.
Re: When GAZZUZZ takes over - RX350 - The Journey by kingreign(m): 3:07pm On Jul 28, 2017
No mind me, na as I see the 380k my eyes chook I run sharpaly I no even look speed calibration grin
Inception:


shocked

That is like circumnavigating the earth over 9 1/2 times!

BTW it is in km not miles. ( the speedometer of km(white) is the dominant one from the pics)
Re: When GAZZUZZ takes over - RX350 - The Journey by princetom1(m): 5:17pm On Jul 28, 2017
GAZZUZZ:
engine is fresh, sharp and has all my requirements, no nigerian arrangement.

Paid and I'm leaving with this one. Iv always wondered how 2guys get to carry this engine? shocked

www.nairaland.com/attachments/5718280_img20170726130258_jpeg6e668db15e61877ada656afe46c8b764

Straight to my waiting vehicle.

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Picked up the Factory A/C compressor on my way out.

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And a Condenser filter



And ND-8 compressor oil.


Smooth sailing all the way back to the workshop

Meanwhile, Man shall not live by bread alone wink

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I like this ur dining table, no be for here... Lemme come and be going...
Re: When GAZZUZZ takes over - RX350 - The Journey by Nobody: 5:31pm On Jul 28, 2017
princetom1:


I like this ur dining table, no be for here... Lemme come and be going...

If only that table can talk grin

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Re: When GAZZUZZ takes over - RX350 - The Journey by oblo(m): 7:06pm On Jul 28, 2017
EgunMogaji:


If only that table can talk grin
lipsrsealed
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Re: When GAZZUZZ takes over - RX350 - The Journey by princetom1(m): 7:32pm On Jul 28, 2017
oblo:

lipsrsealed
lipsrsealed lipsrsealed


Oga, u dey fear? Shiooorrrr,
Re: When GAZZUZZ takes over - RX350 - The Journey by edawg(m): 7:46pm On Jul 28, 2017
EgunMogaji:


Gazzuzz, this is an assumption. I think.

You are never sure if the engine has been replaced at some point, or have had work done or by whom. We have Kazeems here too.


KAzeems grin grin grin grin

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Re: When GAZZUZZ takes over - RX350 - The Journey by eagleeye2: 2:15am On Jul 29, 2017
Novice like me. Enjoyed the thread. Oga Gazzuzz, greetings Sir.
Re: When GAZZUZZ takes over - RX350 - The Journey by GAZZUZZ(m): 2:19am On Jul 29, 2017
eagleeye2:
Novice like me. Enjoyed the thread.
Oga Gazzuzz, greetings Sir.

you no De sleep? grin

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Re: When GAZZUZZ takes over - RX350 - The Journey by chukel(m): 5:18am On Jul 29, 2017
EgunMogaji:


From my states motor vehicle website https://www.dmv.ca.gov/portal/dmv/?1dmy&urile=wcm:path:/dmv_content_en/dmv/pubs/brochures/reg/odometer

"Odometer Mileage Reporting

Odometer Mileage Readings
Legislation requires that the department collect and validate the odometer mileage reading for most motor vehicles upon initial registration and registered owner transfers in compliance with the Federal Truth in Mileage Act of 1986.

Reporting of the odometer mileage reading assists in the detection of odometer tampering. The collection of this information provides consumers with an accurate record of the mileage affecting the retail value of the vehicle.

When Do I Report Odometer Mileage Readings?
Odometer mileage readings are encouraged for all motor vehicles, but are mandatory when:

you initially register a motor vehicle or transfer ownership, and
the vehicle is less than 10 years old.

Are There Any Exceptions To This Requirement?
Yes. Reporting the odometer mileage reading is encouraged, but not mandatory if:

the vehicle is 10 years old or older,
the vehicle is a commercial vehicle with unladen weight of more than 8,500 lbs (more than 16,000 lbs gross vehicle weight),
the vehicle is sold directly by a manufacturer to any agency of the United States, or
the vehicle is a new vehicle transferred prior to first retail sale by a dealer."
Thanks a lot. So it's actually simple English.

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Re: When GAZZUZZ takes over - RX350 - The Journey by chukel(m): 5:25am On Jul 29, 2017
thebigkendo:


Bros lets be factual, Mileage matters.. Is not the most important factor to me but it counts, abi you go buy car with over 300k miles for the same price with which you can get one with less than 200k miles?
I didn't say it doesn't matter. I said Nigerians are obsessed with it. Most don't any idea of what to check out when buying a car other than mileage. How else do you explain frantic search for 03 camry and cars below that age with mileage less than 100k.

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Re: When GAZZUZZ takes over - RX350 - The Journey by kingreign(m): 7:53am On Jul 29, 2017
chukel:
I didn't say it doesn't matter. I said Nigerians are obsessed with it. Most don't any idea of what to check out when buying a car other than mileage. How else do you explain frantic search for 03 camry and cars below that age with mileage less than 100k.
cheesy gulder ultimate search be that na
Re: When GAZZUZZ takes over - RX350 - The Journey by computerglobal(m): 9:55am On Jul 29, 2017
GAZZUZZ:


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kingreign make I help you fight small grin


I don't he would survive this grin grin
Re: When GAZZUZZ takes over - RX350 - The Journey by cyborg123(m): 3:04pm On Jul 29, 2017
computerglobal:



I don't he would survive this grin grin


My brother! Just because of one sentence o. grin
Re: When GAZZUZZ takes over - RX350 - The Journey by stpat1(m): 8:01pm On Jul 29, 2017
Damn. Gazzuzz is indeed a professional with resounding experience and expertise.
Re: When GAZZUZZ takes over - RX350 - The Journey by uzuz(f): 9:29pm On Jul 29, 2017
stpat1:
Damn. Gazzuzz is indeed a professional with resounding experience and expertise.


We know.

Diportivo, what are you still doing awake eeh?
Re: When GAZZUZZ takes over - RX350 - The Journey by diportivo: 9:38pm On Jul 29, 2017
uzuz:



We know.

Diportivo, what are you still doing awake eeh?


i learnt one or two things today and tot to share



what two cans of orijin can do,three cans can do it better


grin grin

Re: When GAZZUZZ takes over - RX350 - The Journey by GAZZUZZ(m): 9:48pm On Jul 29, 2017
GAZZUZZ:
ABS and VSC lights ON, vehicle scanned, ABS wheel speed sensor on front right wheel has issues.

www.nairaland.com/attachments/5724351_img20170727182827_jpeg25fb83154e7d3bf564ded5664205e5dd

The vehicle will require serious detailing. www.nairaland.com/attachments/5724798_img20170727132136_jpegc177e0d49188e70845029c0a4890513c

Closed for the day, going with the car for an extended test drive.

Testing stability at high speeds, transmission shifts, and how it performs in traffic conditions.

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The check light came up while driving will scan it tomorrow.

So far so good.

As usual 2 origins to make the day happy wink

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I have not updated this thread for 2days because I have been nursing a small burden.

The burden was P0011: P0011 - "A" Camshaft Position - Timing Over-Advanced or System Performance (Bank 1)

This code came up about 30mins into test drive.

Symptoms I was getting

Random multiple misfire (intermittently)

A/C shutting off

High idle speed

Incorrect gear shifts.

And the usual check engine light.



Possible causes of this code include the following.

Incorrect camshaft timing Wiring problems (harness/wiring) in intake timing control valve control solenoid system Continuous oil flow to VCT piston chamber Failed timing valve control solenoid (stuck open)


I also read the toyota TSB for the code which I will try to attach here.

So first thing I did was assume it was a glitch, clear code and go for another test drive.

Code came back roughly 30mins into drive again, and it shut down the compressor with it.

[s]You know the feeling you get after collecting plenty money from an Igbo woman and being unable to deliver cry [/s]

Ok time to trouble shoot.

Starting from easy to hard.

Swapped out the crank position sensor, sadly toyota placed it behind the a/c compressor so I had to discharge refrigerant and take down the radiator and condenser to access the crank shaft properly.

Also replaced the harness because it was looking bad.

Went for a test drive, midway code came back.

Next went to bank1 and swapped out the cam sensor and 2 OCV solenoids, and inspected the OCV filter. OCV filter was clean as a whistle (as expected)

Went for a test drive and same thing angry

Frustrated I abandoned the car and channeled my frustration into other routine jobs that required less reasoning.

This evening 7pm I assembled the bois and told them to take off the intake manifold one more time (it had become a ritual now)

Studied the harness connecting the two OCV solenoids on Bank 1, and I noticed they had been interchanged!! shocked

Well no weekend tips for the bois angry Re-assembled vehicle, went for a test drive, drive was smooth and code never came back after about 50miles of driving.

Replaced the abs sensor and wheel bearings in front.

Sorry no pics for now, was not in a happy mood to take pics tongue

We are moving to aesthetics now so there will be lots of pictures.

For now powertrain, suspension air conditioning are good to go.







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Re: When GAZZUZZ takes over - RX350 - The Journey by GAZZUZZ(m): 9:55pm On Jul 29, 2017
as at this evening only flashing light is TPMS, I scanned the yeye thing and it's giving me no error codes, but illuminating on cluster. I will leave this for tolu to handle.

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Re: When GAZZUZZ takes over - RX350 - The Journey by MARKone(m): 10:20pm On Jul 29, 2017
Gifted Hands. Well done.

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Re: When GAZZUZZ takes over - RX350 - The Journey by uzuz(f): 10:46pm On Jul 29, 2017
GAZZUZZ:
as at this evening only flashing light is TPMS, I scanned the yeye thing and it's giving me no error codes, but illuminating on cluster. I will leave this for tolu to handle.

www.nairaland.com/attachments/5734783_img20170729211018_jpeg94e4b75aa6c4b42a03da62cc5ca1546d

Tolu where are you? grin


GAZZUZZ:



[s]You know the feeling you get after collecting plenty money from an Igbo woman and being unable to deliver cry [/s]


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Igbo women sef.. grin grin
Re: When GAZZUZZ takes over - RX350 - The Journey by uzuz(f): 10:47pm On Jul 29, 2017
diportivo:



i learnt one or two things today and tot to share



what two cans of orijin can do,three cans can do it better


grin grin


SMH
Re: When GAZZUZZ takes over - RX350 - The Journey by DECOtech(m): 11:11pm On Jul 29, 2017
Been following this thread from the very begining. I salute you Gazzuzz. Great job.
Re: When GAZZUZZ takes over - RX350 - The Journey by GAZZUZZ(m): 11:17pm On Jul 29, 2017
MARKone:
Gifted Hands. Well done.
eagleeye2:
Novice like me. Enjoyed the thread.
Oga Gazzuzz, greetings Sir.

DECOtech:
Been following this thread from the very begining. I salute you Gazzuzz. Great job.

stpat1:
Damn. Gazzuzz is indeed a professional with resounding experience and expertise.

really appreciated. Thank you.

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