That's some good info Matt. I use a similar kit and the Hi-Lift jack to remove the bead off the rim if it isn't already off. Those big inside patches really work.
Good info. I am restoring a 1953 M38A1 and I plan on taking it off road. I know I probably won't be able to go thru all the stuff you guys do but it should be fun. Thanks for sharing.
Hey this is really random but Matt from demolition/vet ranch is going to restore a bronco and he wants to make some rock sliders. A collab would be a good idea!
You mentioned getting a tire off it's bead with a floor jack? i really gotta know how this is done. I think versatile was the wrong word for a floor jack compared to a hi-lift. The hi-lift is MUCH more versatile, you can do many things with it. On the other hand, a floor jack (or even a bottle jack) makes a much better jack then the hi-lift does. Most of the guys I wheel with grind a circle cutout on one side of the hi-lift base specifically for breaking beads.
I really like your tool box. If I ever patch a tiire or a tube. I use the liquid cement but after cleaning the patch area I put the cement ,then I set it on fire and let it burn off then apply the sticky side down and the roll the patch down then I'm done. That's the only time I use the rubber cement. It's more like a primer for the patch.
I feel like this video was directed at me! Thanks Matt, keep 'em coming! I know it would kind of ruin the fun of a trail ride, but how about some "how to wheel" videos. I liked your winching videos from a few years back.
Note that if you have lockers and put a different size tire on that it is important to unlock them or if you have a lunchbox locker don't drive it on the road if you can avoid it. You can break a lot of shit by driving with one different size tire (especially if it's vastly different - like a 33" on a Jeep with 37s) when you have the diff locked.
Even if you are fully locked you can still run a smaller tire. Yes it will try and bind. However you will more than likely be on dirt or other soft surfaces so running a smaller tire to get yourself off the trail and into a safe area to address the problem could be a very viable option.
i tried that once on my 68 camaro, got a flat, put a wheel/tire i had laying around on it, took off and the tire spun off the wheel. but in mud you probably ok long as you take it easy.
Alex's Garage being on dirt, the tires slip and slide so diff size tires wont hurt anything. You cannot drive on pavement with different size tires and a welded diff.
I thought for sure I'd find someone else that also carries a few upholstery needles and some monofilament fishing line with the patch kit. Oh well. I still like your setup better though, I'll be making some changes to mine.
BleepinJeep, can you run the powertank on it's side like that, or do you remove it for use? Also, how cold is the CO2 coming out of it? Does it freeze up your tools? Would it be useful for shrinking stuck bolts?
That was a great video. Can't wait to see you fix a tire. I have 1 question for you. What type of soap do you use to wash your jeep jeep? How do clean your jeep?
Yea so your one of those guys who dont bring a spare because your friends always carry one. Your prepared to use there stuff. Im am like you and one of those guys. But we earn our keep in many other ways to prove most valuable. Another thing the day I put a spare on my rig I had to use it. My other rig has 42s on it I have never had failure to the point to where my tool kit similar to your couldn't get me home. Thanks love your content. Keep it coming and ill keep👍👍👍👍👍
I have a large trail that i have considered opening to the public. crosses 12 acres. should i consider building a recovery rig for my trail. I feel like i should so that the trails dont back up.
Random fact, The little guy inside the valve stem is caller a schrader valve lol so if anyone is looking for the schrader valve tool to they know what to ask for. Lol it was my favorite tool in high school 😁
Steve Davis a patch can repair a hole in the sidewall. not like you would want to leave it that way and wheel it for months but it would get you back to the trailer and maybe save your weekend.
BleepinJeep waiting on your video on how to patch a tear like that. That would be awesome! I'm a noob to the Jeep world. Been a Samurai guy sense I was 16. So I have a lot of trail experience, just never seen a patch on a tear in the side wall. Do love your videos!
Gashed a 35" Safari TSR on granite a couple years ago - Full finger-width gash in the sidewall. No patches, it took more than 5 tire plugs but we got it stuffed enough that it held the 13psi I was running for the entire rest of the day of wheeling until I could get back to camp and swap in the spare tire.
Great vid man! noticed on one of your other videos your from kingston. I live in decatur. Need to go wheeling sometime haha i saw a jeep that looked identical to the cheap jeep months ago on my way to oak ridge. it was probably it hahaha
The tire plugs,the rawhide plugs are not worth using.They don't seal very well and leak,I have pulled these out with a pair of pliers real easy.The rubber plugs are better.You don't want to run a smaller spare tire,can do damage to the transfer case and the 4wd does not work right.The tires have be the same size basically
2 things: you have a stock motor. why wouldnt you just convert the a/c compressor for compressed air? i converted mine for less then 100$ way cheaper and easier then dealing with the high pressure tanks. also when you patch from the inside. you just put a very very light coat of glue over the repair area, let it dry! then apply your patch.
I went with a 20 lb CO2 tank because I could use it for other things when I didn't need it on my Jeep... I use it for my beer kegerator and to carbonate beverages.
I never thought something as simple as a spare tire could cause so much of a fuss. Not being able to fix your mistakes/misfortunes is pretty selfish. Not only is your day spoiled, you can burn a trailmate's day if they have to go back for tools or parts.
Ann Drogynous I mean to be fair I have driven trails over lava rock and taken some good Chunks out of my side walls with a good set of Cooper's,, so if someone doesn't have nice strong tires I can see them getting multiple flats
Late reply but many moons ago three of us ran sledgehammer and I cut a sidewalk, put my spare on and later cut another tires sidewall. I had no other choice but to jam it full of safety seal plugs to finish the trail. I’m gonna look into these patches.,
You can make yourself a spare "Wagon Wheel" that will easily mount on the roof and is way lighter and much thinner than an actual spare. Too many ways to make a heavy duty "Wagon Wheel" to describe each way, just have to use your imagination.
I just keep my spare at camp and yard my rig off to the side and have a buddy give me a ride back to get it. Unless I can bum a spare off someone. Yeah. I'm that guy