I'm overjoyed that you, Dave, Tony (who hopefully does well at Hagerty now), and Mike have your own channels and are uploading content. MT's decision to drop the good shows (OG stuff!) and innundate its subscribers with garbage as of late is reason enough for me to cancel my subscription at the end of its term in February. Lucky needs to walk out and leave HRG hanging.....real talent and wit there! Keep up the great work, Fred!
Stanky McGee It seems like it took two people to replace Tony on HRG Alex and her Dad. I've never subbed to mt. and I never will. I don't want to hear the crap of it's only $5.00 a month. Tell that to all of the people who lost their job when mt killed off 19 car/truck magazines right before the holidays in 2019. There's no good time to lose your job trust me I know about that first hand but right before the holidays come on.
Your presentation on the AEV bumper was interesting and informative. Light, functional & meeting your interests & you got a decent sized winch to add on. It caught my attention though, as I have a 2dr. (white) Rubicon (also have a 4dr) both used for over landing. I bought them (9/7 yrs ago ,used), the 2dr. had a 2" lift and plastic bumpers. After one year they cracked, along with the muffler & my tire/mechanic shop (I know the owner well) suggested metal bumpers. He had a close friend that was 2nd in command at Teraflex. Two days later, the shop picked up front (hooped) & rear metal bumpers and put them on, along with a winch. Later a Factor 55 closed system was put on the winch cable. Since then I've seen so many bumper "systems", (regional, emphasis) with so many preferences & styles. Your system, many components, but obviously lighter. It was interesting though, having you "walk through" the process. There are a lot of players in the 4WD, rock, overland process; many vendors, manufacturers, web sites, and a constellation & Pandora of options for the public. What I see advertised & pushed on the coasts, midwest, south & elsewhere, all so different, and many products(often) high quality and meeting the needs of vehicle owners. Some products; shocks, axles & of course wheels & tires, with a "national name" & reputation. Regardless, you assist in the education & instruction process and that greatly assists (many, I'm certain).
Great video, love how the build is coming along. You're becoming a great videographer, the sound has become so much better in the last few videos. Keep the videos coming.
Just learned that MT had canceled DED. Sad. I really enjoyed the show and especially the fabrication that you did. I plan to continue to watch you here. Thank you!
Awesome video! I just got this same bumper and the zeon 10S winch with yhe 7000 series lights. This made it look easy hahah. I just did the AEV snorkle and rear bumper with tire carrier which was a pain!! Thanks for the video! Subscribed!
Just and observation. In the event of an animal strike that top bar doesn't have the strength of the JK version of the AEV premium bumper which is much thicker and welded.
I remember changing my front & rear plastic bumpers on my Rubicon.... what a PIA that was, lol. All the screws just to get the fogs lights and rear bumper sensors out, sheesh! Jelly of that AEV bumper, but man they are expensive.
Everything about these bumpers made me want to throw a wrench. Wish your video was out before I installed mine. I had a ton of fitment issues on my install.
i finally got a jeep i had been looking since i have been in remission from colon cancer by the way go get checked if you are over 35 i found a 08 rubicon jku on 35's it has high miles but runs great i have been following all your videos to get an idea of what direction i want to go plus i been watching you on ultimate adventure for years and years i love the old videos i miss the old mans beat up sami that thing was beat but ran
❤Fred keep up the good work ! Loyal fan and now I don’t need motortrend channel to watch 😂 where can I get one of those hats? My wife has a tuscadero rubicon 392 and it would be the best for her go too top off hat 🧢
Seriously, someone had to say something about your glasses, I bet that's the same kind of person that tells someone in a wheelchair that they need to quit sitting there and go dancing.
Really like the look & build quality of this AEV bumper. Why don't most front Jeep bumpers have winch mounted like this that way its not blocking radiator?
Cool bumper. It is way too over engendered. I hope you dont need to service the winch because you are never getting to it in the field. I would bet if that bumper takes a little hit, none of the bolts will ever line up again
Nice. I have deleted a few subscriptions lately. I hate over produced shows. I like it simple. Like you and I was working on what ever you doing. I hate music blaring and cut angle shots and drama.
yo fred !!! its 2 purdy !!!!! lol 8) u said u like Warn, i've seen several Utube shows that used a Badlands (?) by harbor F. and raved over it and could come w non steel line. r they happy cuz the get paid or whatever from H.F or sponsership or r they really as good as Warn only less $$$$ ???? i want a winch for the 73 k5 i inherited but REAL new to SERIOUS off rding !!! my current 4x4 is a 3/4 ton diesel ... NOT, NOT good for real wheeling but killer for towing our rv 8) any advice is GREATLY as i KNOW u r the real deal from way back . thanks !!!! ps. my blazer i have not lifted or anything yet. not planning on going BIG on anything ..rebuind orig axles etc ...... but getting unstuck is kinda important lol
Hey Fred, is the rear diff. you took out of Newbsock a dana 44? If so, is it for sale? I have a 2000 WJ that I broke the spider gear, off roading on Miller Jeep trail. There is no aftermarket support for spiders or ring & pinion! The center section housing is aluminum! It's weak & I would like a upgrade. Please help if you can!!! Thanks, you know I've watched forever!!!
The justification is hilarious. Steel bumpers make Jeep what it should be, but to say that it makes the vehicle off-road ready is a bridge too far. Unless you like to crash rocks in front of you. Apart from looking solid and better, steel bumper protects nothing so as long as the diff is the lowest thing to the ground. Yet IMHO, Jeep should not come with plastic bumpers at all, but then its base price would not start at $39k
