Just when Ben and Gwen start to trust Kevin, he runs off with the Rustbucket in hopes of trading it for alien technology. However, he is double crossed by one of his old contacts and the Rustbucket is stolen. Before he can get it back, it is stripped for parts. Having been told that Vulkanus, who he had double crossed years ago, is in possession of the alien device he seeks, Kevin tries to make a deal. Still bitter, Vulkanus has Kevin absorb a rare alien crystal, planning to use him as a living gem mine. He is rescued by Ben and Gwen. He reveals that the item he sought is a hologram projector with another message from Grandpa Max, telling Ben that he will need to recruit a team.