Passport to: Monache Meadows Part 2. Can an AWD crossover escape?

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***I WANT TO START OFF BY SAYING that the Monache Meadows has been becoming more and more popular. Every single day, more and more people are getting into overlanding. This place isn't as large, and traffic on this trail can be problematic. I recommend that you don't roll in with a large convoy. Can you vehicle get through this trail?
AWD crossover: see how your vehicle matches up to a Subaru or a 2019+ Rav4. If less capable, I would not recommend this trail for you. A vehicle with an older part time reactive AWD system like a 2018 or older Rav4 may really struggle here.
Large long beach Truck: I ran into a Ford F-350 long bed that got hung up on his rear differential. I stacked rocks for him to get unstuck.
2WD Truck: Because body on frame vehicles typically have good wheel articulation (flex), with intermediate driving skill, a 2WD truck can make it through in dry conditions. In wet conditions, it can be a nightmare.
I hope you find this information useful! Remember! The Monache Meadows has been getting more and more crowded, so it's a good idea to have a "PLAN B".
MY VEHICLE DETAILS:
2019 Honda Passport EX-L AWD
@jondz_adventuring
4250 lbs.
3.5L V6 280hp / 262tq
9 speed automatic transmission
1 speed transfer case 20:1 crawl ratio (18.7:1 because of taller tires)
2 inch Traxda lift kit
2.5 inch taller All-terrain tires - Falken Wildpeak AT3W 255/70R18
(modification to the wheel well is required to fit these tires)
Monitor your transmission temperature and other data with a SCANGAUGE II
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@VoidGamerxxx 2 года назад

Will a Stock Subaru wilderness trail edition make it? thanks

@JonDZ_Adventuring 2 года назад

I'm not sure. I have a friends that visited the Monache meadows just last week. They said the trail is in worse condition compared to this video. I would advise going with a friend with a 4WD, just in case. The main challenge is driving up and "out".

@samofsiam Год назад

Was just there in my 2017 Subaru FXT, and everything was all good except for the last part of trail. Compared to this video highlighted at 15:54, current trail had way more deeper ruts. I had to use a tow strap to get my car over them. Granted, I only had AT tires (225/65R17) with no lift. I would bring a buddy with a 4x4.

@JonDZ_Adventuring Год назад

@@samofsiam thanks for updating us all 🙏

@JonDZ_Adventuring Год назад

@@samofsiam I’m going to pin this post for anyone that might be interested in doing this trail. It’s been more than 2 years since I’ve been out here.

@insanelysane86 10 месяцев назад

This year is even worse. Ruts are quite deep, though it can definitely be done I would not advise an AWD crossover without a locker and probably a friend with a 4x4 and recovery gear.@@JonDZ_Adventuring

@lotteman 3 года назад

Hey thats my broke runner on the side of the trail at 14:00!!! Snapped an icon coilover and had to go back into to town to find a replacement for a trail fix. awesome!

@offroadyaris5257 3 года назад

This was an excellent video. Shows different driver experience, different vehicles. Plus your description box was great. Awesome all around.

@JonDZ_Adventuring 3 года назад

Thanks for the kind words 🙏

@mojavedesertsonorandesert9531 3 года назад

Educational & awesome vids! ✌️🏜️⛏️⚒️⚙️🏚️

@Blackflippy 3 года назад

Daaamn, that Crosstrek playing with his big brothers and doing it like a champion!! Awesome!!!

@BFSFISHINGCHANNEL 3 года назад

Third times a charm! Haha thanks for going again and leading the way Jond. Was an awesome trip and definitely showed that the Passport is a capable beast!

@JonDZ_Adventuring 3 года назад

I only did it for you guys. Despite being sick of this place, it was an honor to lead the #poserlanders 🤣 REI DIVIDENDERS ASSEMBLE!!!!

@BFSFISHINGCHANNEL 3 года назад

JonDZ Adventuring 😂😂😂 earning them dividends

@californiasounddesign3921 Год назад

man i love your trail description and walk thru, really helps us AWD guys

@softroadingthewest 3 года назад

Great episode Jon! Interesting mix of rigs taking the same obstacles. Beautiful area!

@JonDZ_Adventuring 3 года назад

I love capturing different vehicles and drivers on my channel. Now I need to figure out how to get more of me, haha

@justinid.4784 3 года назад

Another vid. Sweet!!

@JonDZ_Adventuring 3 года назад

Thank you!!! 🙏

@4122inc 3 года назад

"Please refrain from talking crap" Lol. So many trolls out there! Nice job on this series brother. Now I'm all anxious to plan a trip out there!

@Ram14250 3 года назад

Haha Jon! You're not an a-holio! No way! The trail looked fun and the Passport looked tough! Grrr!! Loved it!

@JonDZ_Adventuring 3 года назад

Ram14250 haha! Thanks! I have some video’s lined up of some tougher trails! Next one will be to a beautiful lake and the next one will be of one of the most challenging trails that pushes the Passport to the limit.

@alfredoota5443 3 года назад

One of of the reasons to joined Overland Bound "IT DOESN'T MATTER WHAT YOU DRIVE " it's all about going out have fun,meet new friends and make each other better and safer drivers;Went to Monache 2 years ago and did Sherman pass,that was an incredible trip.

@HighjakSecondary 3 года назад

I like how fast that Ridgeline owner got out of the Honda and into the Toyota Tacoma. Lol. Good buy though!

@JonDZ_Adventuring 3 года назад

I’m happy for him. I would have done something similar, but probably with a used Lexus GX460. I’m not made of money🤣

@olliechristopher467 3 года назад

I will say I am very impressed where you are taking your Passport!!

@davidmorello676 3 года назад

Hey Jon... good to see you out there doing it. I caught you out on the trails this weekend in Big Bear. You were heading down 2n09 and crossing over to 2n71. I was behind you telling the wife about your channel. the guy in the black frontier was moving pretty good thru that trail haha. Anyway just wanted to say hello and hope you enjoyed the time up in Big bear, beautiful weather this weekend. Have a good day

@JonDZ_Adventuring 3 года назад

Hello David Morello thanks for stopping by to say hello 👋 here on RU-vid! That Black Frontier sure was hauling it out of there! It startled my friend in the Lexus GX, so we both pulled over to let that guy pass. We had a really good time out there. We camped in the pinnacles area and did some boulder scrambling, it was a fun adventure. Here’s a little footage of our time out there. Have a good day as well!!! instagram.com/tv/CDtjBhLJDin/?igshid=1t100e7uuj84t

@rupertsweetie9330 3 года назад

Good info and footage

@sfrealestatedealmaker6001 3 года назад

Thanks for making these vids man. You should start a “trail guide” business, I bet rookie off roaders would pay a small fee to have someone guide them in a group setting.

@daveybernard1056 3 года назад

I've backpacked thru there a couple times. 8,000 feet in the Southern Sierra in August is magic.

@JonDZ_Adventuring 3 года назад

Davey Bernard that’s something I’ve been trying to get into, back packing! I’m not sure when or if I ever will, but I constantly think about it. There’s so many of those narrow dirt biking trails that must lead to incredibly beautiful places! Thanks for sharing!

@daveybernard1056 3 года назад

@@JonDZ_Adventuring How far can you walk? 200m or 20 miles, either will carry you into a nice forest setting. It is fun to walk hundreds of miles in backpacking (John Muir Trail, lookin at U), but it isn't absolutely necessary. Find Steve Wallis' videos about car camping on UToob. Do like he does, except park an older car at some trailhead and walk in a couple city blocks worth of distance and camp near water overnight. Just doing that will tell you about excess weight, and bringing just what you need. CHEERS.

@abbadon6854 3 года назад

Good vlog🤙🏻

@JonDZ_Adventuring 3 года назад

Thank you 🙌

@suba_ruski 3 года назад

Always a pleasure running trails with you buddy!

@monicahamblin9006 3 года назад

What do u love most about your Subaru?

@JonDZ_Adventuring 3 года назад

Suba_Ruski our first trip was awesome! It was officially my Bachelor party! Super fun! I’ll be heading to big bear Saturday afternoon to meetup with Luis. He plans on doing some rock climbing with his girlfriend. Are you still going North of Gorman?

@suba_ruski 3 года назад

@@monicahamblin9006 What I like best is that my daily driver can get to just about anywhere I want to go. And definitely the heated seats for winter trips!

@suba_ruski 3 года назад

@@JonDZ_Adventuring yeah still planning on checking out around Cherry Creek trail campground Saturday

@alanmay7929 3 года назад

Man the rav4 is a serious machine 💯

@charleyfolkes 2 года назад

‘I’m such an a-hole !’ Hahahahhh !!! Hey bro, you got a channel to run ! Funny ! The Suburban got a flat in there at the River camp spot and the spare was flat too ! (doh !) We waited 2 days for someone to come by with a compressor and then found out the ft diff actuator effed so in 2wd, sent that last Boulder ramp with bowling ball sized rocks hurling out the back ! Great trip !

@verothacamaro 3 года назад

Beautiful scenery - this is what I'm missing in the east coast lol

@JonDZ_Adventuring 3 года назад

Vero Tabares sounds like your due for a road trip! Come on down!

@itsnick37 3 года назад

Same here Vero go take a trip to Utah you won’t go back east lol so many nice states out west nothing compares I’m in northeast but it’s just way to overcrowded here I’m moving soon to many adventures to be had out west...

@PatrickRich 3 года назад

does that RAV4 adventure owner have a channel? Im interested to see how that does off-road, I hear good things.

@JonDZ_Adventuring 3 года назад

Yes! And he has a Monache video as well. Check him out here! ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-2jaXZw1P4Q0.html What are your thoughts on the eibach coilover lift? Do you think wheel articulation is affected?

@tonystarks3-11 3 года назад

Hello Monachers! Thanks for asking folks about that sound, Jon!

@JonDZ_Adventuring 3 года назад

🧐 we will get to bottom of it! Haha! Did you ever get it figured out?

@tonystarks3-11 3 года назад

JonDZ Adventuring I took it to Toyota and they couldn’t find anything wrong with it. 🤷🏻‍♂️

@REMISCStv 3 года назад

Thanks for the shout out! I gotta say, I thought the best spot would be near the water but once we couldn't get near it I was happy to actually have a better view of the sky. Was such a clear night with plenty of stars. Man, there was some GOOD BURGER place in Ridgecrest on the way home that was a nice cherry on top too haha It is nice seeing so many people out doors but I just can't believe how crazy everywhere has been.

@JonDZ_Adventuring 3 года назад

It was nice to finally meet up with ya man! I’m hoping to explore more of Nevada and Utah with ya!

@REMISCStv 3 года назад

@@JonDZ_Adventuring Yeah it was cool to say hello in person. It would be awesome to explore the NV and Utah trails! I was watching a few St. George trail videos yesterday, only about 2hrs outside of Vegas but was blown away by how nice their trails were.

@JonDZ_Adventuring 3 года назад

REMIS Computer Solutions I look forward to it!

@_ginj_ 2 года назад

Man, seeing you take that hard line at 9:21 really sold me on the Passport's capabilities. Might not compete in rock crawling events with the bof trucks, but shit if it gets me to 95% of trails in Colorado/Utah, I'm in!

@JonDZ_Adventuring 2 года назад

Made it up Imogene pass. No overheating, and no assistance needed. Having a Scangauge II helps to know when I take a break and let the transmission cool down.

@_ginj_ 2 года назад

@@JonDZ_Adventuring just looked up some pictures of the trail and jeeez, experience is key for something like that regardless of what you're driving haha. That's sick

@BorderlineExplorer 3 года назад

What! You're able to take the left line up!!

@JonDZ_Adventuring 3 года назад

Thanks to you guys!!! Awesome spotting!

@therootedprogress 3 года назад

Great video Jon! Good to see all kinds of rigs out there on a hard trail. Good comparisons between the different models. Wish I had had the rig back I would've joined you guys! Good to also see some of the guys from AwdBoys. Havnt met them all yet and would love to wheel with them also. It was nice to see them in action. My favorite part was the tainting of the vegan food. I really thought u we're going to just keep it vegan then all of a sudden chicken went into it lol 🤣

@JonDZ_Adventuring 3 года назад

Thanks Marc! I forgot if I asked you already, but when is the Booch Wagon going to be complete? I saw your instagram story, the dimple bumper looks amazing!

@therootedprogress 3 года назад

@@JonDZ_Adventuring duuuuuuudeee tell me about it!! I've been really lax on pushing him since he's building me a really unique set of tubes for front, rear, and sliders and want it to be nice, solid, and overall... Functional as can be for a Subaru. Now I've been really trying to push Nate to wrap it up by this weekend but think it's gonna get delayed. 🤷 I'll keep trying. For sure it should be done by the end of this month.

@JonDZ_Adventuring 3 года назад

the.rooted. progress that’s good. Atleast there’s a timeline that you can plan around

@therootedprogress 3 года назад

@@JonDZ_Adventuring yess indeed. 😁

@christiancruz6489 3 года назад

Nice! Cameos by @remiscs. Hopefully, we'll all meet up soon. Great trail breakdown and info as always JonDZ!

@JonDZ_Adventuring 3 года назад

Absolutely! I’m looking forward to more trips out to Nevada and Utah!

@trianglist504 2 года назад

Great video, but sad to hear this beautiful spot is getting overcrowded. Its (usual) emptiness is one of the reasons I love it. A friend took a stock 2WD Toyota Highlander through it. Getting out we had to strap him on the last obstacle, but no real damage aside from the exhaust shroud.

@sergio213 3 года назад

That 5th gen forester made that last obstacle look easy . Gonna have to lift my 2021 forester and throw some AT tires 😁

@JonDZ_Adventuring 3 года назад

Skid plates and A/T tires is my first recommendation. A lift will be a nice addition. While all the 4 cylinders handled similar, different like choice and momentums were used. Xmode 2.0 is definitely an improvement over the first version. I’m surprised the Rav4 struggled and I think it may be a combination of his stiffer eibach spring lift reducing wheel articulation and line choice.

@jamestom2510 3 года назад

Great Vid Bro. I wish we had the Honda Passport downunder......For now ill have to stay with my "Last of the transmissions" Subie Forester.

@JonDZ_Adventuring 3 года назад

Ah! I’m so jealous of all the cool vehicles you get over there in Australia 🇦🇺, you have a much better selection! All we get here for mid sized SUV with truck (Ute) capability is the Toyota 4Runner and the Jeep Wrangler. These vehicles are considered “soft” to your country 🤣. I wish we got the Ford Everest, or the Holden Bison. I can’t believe USA car manufacturers are too afraid to directly compete with Toyota.

@jamestom2510 3 года назад

@@JonDZ_Adventuring Yeah we are the opposite of you guys in some ways, plenty mid sized SUV but we also have the larger utes which would still be small compared to yours. Our diesel utes are really popular and they are smaller than your pickups and utes up there. To be frank i think most of your larger utes would struggle for road space down here especially in the cities. In the Outback they are great but require a small house loan to buy....

@007vasho 3 года назад

Great video like always. As I have an Mitsu Outlander I was very happy to see at the beginning one Outlander but then he disappeared. There aren't any Mitsu Outlander overlanding channels unfortunately that I am aware off. But anyway awesome video - really enjoying your content!!!!

@JonDZ_Adventuring 3 года назад

007vasho slimt my friend in the Outlander GT were on camera duty, it’s unfortunate that I didn’t get more footage of him. Hopefully I’ll be on more trips with him in the future! If you want to follow him on instagram, his username is @revving9K

@007vasho 3 года назад

JonDZ Adventuring Thx man for the tip. Keep safe and happy adventuring 😉

@jklpino 3 года назад

I don’t have a “channel” per say. But I have a few videos up on my outlander off road if you wanna check them out.

@007vasho 3 года назад

j_k_adventuring Hi mate. Actually i saw all your videos already 😉

@jklpino 3 года назад

007vasho slimt ok. Sweet. I’ve actually gone on one trail ride with Jon. But he lives a good 6hrs south of me and I have 2 small kids/baby. So it’s hard to be able to meet up with these guys for me. @revving5k outlander is pretty awesome. He’s got a spring and spacer lift with some 30” tall tires. The outlanders do pretty good off road. Just less aftermarket support then the Subaru community and others.

@Thatakus 3 года назад

Those crosstrek are quite impressive.

@JonDZ_Adventuring 3 года назад

Ippon Initiative yeah, weighed down with all that gear, it was able to make it up with one try. The driver must have something to do with it too!

@johnpatalinghug5216 3 года назад

Good times JonD.. Let's go back again... Lol

@JonDZ_Adventuring 3 года назад

John patalinghug OOOOH HELLLLZZZZ NOOOOO! Next year 😉

@therootedprogress 3 года назад

Will have to come back to this after work. But as always it'll be a good one guys 🙂

@JonDZ_Adventuring 3 года назад

the.rooted. progress thanks for unconditional love ❤️!

@therootedprogress 3 года назад

@@JonDZ_Adventuring always man! Our meet up will be high on my priority list once we get her back.

@bryanlum7963 3 года назад

The Acura MDX hitch with the gas cans and the spare tire holder. Do you know who makes that and model? Great video keep them coming 👍

@JonDZ_Adventuring 3 года назад

Bryan Lum thanks! I believe it’s made by Wilco Offroad

@paulayala4816 3 года назад

Looks like fun. Last time I was up at Monache Meadows was in 2005 in my Xterra. Did you come up Nine Mile Rd. off the 395? That's always an E-ticket ride towing a trailer. It's an interesting area. From the tiny general store, to the Grumpy Bear restaurant you feel like you are in the middle of nowhere, except for all the people camping.

@JonDZ_Adventuring 3 года назад

Yes Paul Ayala, I took 9 mile road up. Wow! 2005 huh? How was it back then? Did it get crowded? I feel like vehicular based camping wasn’t nearly as popular 15 years ago, so I’d love to hear your answer! Thanks for sharing!

@paulayala4816 3 года назад

@@JonDZ_Adventuring No it was just as crowded as it is now. There were a lot of campers, (tenters & trailers) with dual sport bikes. And then there was my coworker with his 40' fun hauler with his CJ5 in the back. We camped in Kennedy Meadows near the general store and drove to Monache Meadows from there. Heard someone or something walking down the streambed at night, this was April or May so the water was still freezing.

@JonDZ_Adventuring 3 года назад

Paul Ayala oh wow! Interesting to hear. There’s many people that believe this place is a secret location, and just has just recently become overcrowded due to social media.

@seanmiller140 3 года назад

That’s awesome. I had no idea you could lift a Passport, let alone, disconnect the sway bars.

@JonDZ_Adventuring 3 года назад

Sean Miller coming from a Subaru Forester with a blown transmission, I did all sorts of research before I picked up the passport. My original choice was a 2019 Tacoma, but I couldn’t fit in one comfortably. What made the Taco a “hard pass” is the person behind me would have 3 inches of leg room, maybe 2, all I know is it was really bad. I knew about the 2 inch lift (actually there’s a 3.5 available too. No gains to the rear differential, but it would help with my breakover angle). At the time, Because of the reliability issues with the Subaru, I was only looking at 2 car manufacturer’s, the big T and H. 45k miles and zero issues whatsoever, I’ve only had an alignment once after I installed my lift. Everything is still within spec. The sway bars I stumbled upon. It’s so easy to disconnect the rears, but it’s very very difficult to disconnect the front sway bars, and it appears that I’d only be able to disconnect them a few times before the rubber seals wear out.

@seanmiller140 3 года назад

JonDZ Adventuring That’s too bad about the front sway bars. Maybe they’ll come up with an after market fix for it?

@JonDZ_Adventuring 3 года назад

Sean Miller I won’t hold my breath, haha 😂. Jeep and Toyota have all the aftermarket support

@abbadon6854 3 года назад

Hi Jon hope all is well. I have been meaning to tell you, I figured out why I couldn't make it up that hill. Turns out I was to heavy, ammo and water. 😆 However I have rectified that problem. Can't wait to see you trailing.🤙🏻

@JonDZ_Adventuring 3 года назад

Sounds like you're going to go thirsty :P

@GH-ez7vn 3 года назад

I think i saw you on hwy 120 entering Yosemite! I was exiting the park going down 120 into lee vining

@JonDZ_Adventuring 3 года назад

Elias Gonzalez was this recently? If so, then it was someone else! Awesome to know I have a twinsy out there!

@GH-ez7vn 3 года назад

Yeah yesterday! I wasn't able to see his plate but it was a black CA plate.

@kl2654 3 года назад

I wonder if my 2021 Kia telluride able to hit these trails

@JonDZ_Adventuring 3 года назад

K L it will! You just need to give it more ground clearance through talller tires or a lift. The RU-vid Channel primal outdoors had a Telluride for a few months and he had it lifted. The Telluride is considered to have a full time AWD system. It has a traction control and a 17:1 crawl ratio, which is above average for its class. The approach (17) and departure (21) angles, should be improved before attempting a trail like this. Additional ground clearance will improve these numbers. You can also see if you can trim down the bumpers.

@harmik98 3 года назад

Line choice is everything when it comes to AWD.

@JonDZ_Adventuring 3 года назад

harmik98 you gotta see where we took a 3 inch lifted 2.5 Subaru Legacy with a CVT. He got up a difficult 4wd trail called cold water canyon 3N06A. You’re 💯 % right! The guy can drive!

@dean_carries5940 3 года назад

Would like to see more of that outlander gt. Does he or she have a channel ?

@JonDZ_Adventuring 3 года назад

Dean_ Carries that’s @revving9k on instagram. He’s in some of my other video’s, he doesn’t have a channel, but he does have video clips on his IG.

@Atticuscollection12 3 года назад

open as of 10/17/2020 with a "no campfire" restriction- just did the trail in my 2017 tacoma trd off road- lots of hunters on that weekend

@JonDZ_Adventuring 3 года назад

Thanks for the update! Was it crowded?

@Atticuscollection12 3 года назад

@@JonDZ_Adventuring not at all, I must of counted a total of 10 vehicles if anything, and 3 of out of those 10 were camping including me, the rest were either hunting or just wheeling the area. I was surprised to see those crowds in your footages, It was kinda creepy to camp there with no souls around 😂😂 but nevertheless an amazing experience. Would recommend the trail to anyone interested in 4wd/awd off roading. My taco is a trd off road stock except with koa bf Goodrich tires.

@Atticuscollection12 3 года назад

Btw there’s a ranger lady very friendly that could advise on the current condition of the trail and giving maps for those beginners. She’s at the black rock station before trail area.

@NerdyByNature51 3 года назад

Just installed my Wildpeak At3's, when is the next Wildpeak Boyz Meet up?!

@JonDZ_Adventuring 3 года назад

Haha! That’s one hell of a name for a group! WildpeakBoyz! Events get posted up on the crossoverlanding FB page. We went to Cold Water Canyon last week, I’m not sure when or where the next trip, but anyone can post something up. facebook.com/groups/1097379240623726/?ref=share

@davidspeight8202 Год назад

Did I miss the 2wd tacoma on the 2nd incline? Saw it on the 1st.

@seandenney5780 3 года назад

Have you researched upgraded shocks/struts for the Passport?

@olliechristopher467 3 года назад

You are showing how bad it can get with trail crowding. I could drive my stock 2wd open diff Tahoe up there with no issues or getting stuck. Now the road is beat to crap. Most of Shaffer trail is single track. I can see it is getting wider and wider 4 wheelers. What a damn bummer.

@jamesjoung2793 3 года назад

The sound on the Tacoma is the traction control or crawl control.

@tonycaro1974 Год назад

Nice Video! I will try this week in a 2021 Subaru Crosstrek Limited with 1.5 inch lift and skid plates. Any advise??

@JonDZ_Adventuring Год назад

I would just be careful if gets really muddy. Also, please don’t go alone. I had a friend in the desert that became stranded and I drove out there to help him yesterday. Someone else helped with the recovery before I got there though. Tell me how it goes, good luck and be safe.

@pf465 3 года назад

JDZ, what 2 way radios are you guys using? Video maybe? :)

@JonDZ_Adventuring 3 года назад

P F the AWD boys were using Midland hard mounted radios. I was using a BaoFeng UV-5R, and some had basic FRS radios

@pf465 3 года назад

@@JonDZ_Adventuring Thank you. That's the one I've been contemplating. Can't beat the price.

@JonDZ_Adventuring 3 года назад

There a pain to use if you don’t have experience. If you ever need help, hit me up on Instagram and I’ll give you a quick crash course on how to use them.

@iamlim5197 3 года назад

you and your teammates is the only group that push Honda to its limits.

@JonDZ_Adventuring 3 года назад

Co Atlas I don’t think there are many crossover offroad RU-vid channels period. My friend Donald with SoftRoadingthewest and his 3rd gen Subaru Forester come to mind. This trail was pretty easy for the Passport, but in 2 videos from now, you will see the limit on a difficult 4x4 trail called Cold Water Canyon 3N06A. Next video will be in Laurel Lakes, and it’s a step more difficult than this trail.

@REMISCStv 3 года назад

@@JonDZ_Adventuring AAAAND thats why I am putting Passport Struts on the Pilot lol Need all the clearance. I kinda want 31.5" tires now (got the 30.5") but eh, at this point a lot of hassle for 0.5" more clearance. I will probably try them when my tires wear down though.

@JonDZ_Adventuring 3 года назад

REMIS Computer Solutions might as well shave down the wheel wells so you can mount 32.1” tires like me 😃. The taller the tire, the flatter the world gets.

@REMISCStv 3 года назад

@@JonDZ_Adventuring Maybe by then I will want to go to the 32's. I am worried I will miss a little bit of the extra Torque with the smaller 30.5" but unless we get real aftermarket support on suspension; there is only tires left for more ground clearance.

@JonDZ_Adventuring 3 года назад

REMIS Computer Solutions the taller diameter tire is more beneficial. At 32.1” the crawl ratio is still 18.7:1

@katwyble8371 3 года назад

How would 2020 TRD Off Road 4Runner do w/KDSS? Factory stock. Gauging if I'll need mods on the vehicle before going on this trail in mid-Sept

@JonDZ_Adventuring 3 года назад

Johazais Wyble a 4runner SR5 4x4 with highway terrains would make Easy work of this trail. You’ll be fine. Someone mentioned that this trail is now more rutted due to dirt bikes, if that’s true you’ll still be fine.

@opinion56 3 года назад

I am assuming you us Gaia GPS? Can you link your trails that you use for your Sierra nevada trips? Like this one and anywhere near mammoth.

@JonDZ_Adventuring 3 года назад

opinion56 you can check out the informational website I put together. crossoverlanding.com/trail-days I use Gaia, but I don’t and won’t share my personal and waypoints. Because sharing coordinates publicly is frowned upon by “half” of the offroad/overlanding community, I won’t be sharing those either.

@ScoobyFermentation 3 года назад

The former Ridgeline owner couldn’t take the heat so he got out of the kitchen!

@tonystarks3-11 3 года назад

I heard he got a real truck now. 🤷🏻‍♂️

@iyot1020 Год назад

hows the long term experience with your Massimo fridge? thinking of getting one instead of dometic

@JonDZ_Adventuring Год назад

Had it for over 3 years and it still runs 😃. It’s appears to not be as efficient as the much more expensive fridges. Some people have good luck with Iceco, some had bad luck though.

@iyot1020 Год назад

@@JonDZ_Adventuring thanks for the heads up I got a bluetti 800w solar charger and I'm planning on putting a redarc smart charger and battle born 100a lifepo4 on my fj so I'll give this a try when costco will have it on sale again

@cmsjca 3 года назад

I can't find which video you mentioned it so asking here. You recommended the ScanGuage II by Linear Logic (I hope I got the right one) and I got one. I love how small it is. But you said it could monitor Transmission temp. I've not got to the advanced customization but it isn't part of the normal list of gauges available. Did you have to program some special codes into it? If so what and where did you find that info? :-)

@JonDZ_Adventuring 3 года назад

Chris M I’ll get the codes for you. What vehicle do you have?

@cmsjca 3 года назад

@@JonDZ_Adventuring I think I found them on Scanguage.com/support - Did you add any others besides the Transmission temp? I have a 2019 Honda Passport Elite of course! Why else would I be following you? :-) (well I might anyhow but more so because we have a similar ride).

@JonDZ_Adventuring 3 года назад

Chris M Here’s the x gauge commands: www.scangauge.com/support/x-gauge-commands/honda-acura/ If my memory serves me correctly, you have to enter the Alternative transmission code

@cmsjca 3 года назад

@@JonDZ_Adventuring Thanks, Did you add any other X Codes besides the Transmission temp?

@JonDZ_Adventuring 3 года назад

No, the other things I monitor show without needing programming. I monitor battery voltage, air intake temp (fIA), and coolant temperature.

@GregoryGerad 3 года назад

Do any of the Subaru’s have lifts on them?

@JonDZ_Adventuring 3 года назад

They all do

@moonsapling 3 года назад

is the AWD in my 2019 Nissan Rogue considered full time awd? It can be set to FWD/AutoAWD/LockAWD So far I have tested the system in sand in AutoAWD not even locked and it did great!

@JonDZ_Adventuring 3 года назад

Umbra says that’s a good question. I believe any AWD system with those settings means it’s a part time AWD system. Take a Subaru for example, it doesn’t have AWD lock. That’s because it’s a full time system. Love or Hate youtube channels like TFL, they are a great resource to see how proficient AWD systems are. The Nissan crossovers have had difficulty on the 2 wheel roller test. For this trail, it’s best to use the Subaru’s as a point of reference. How would the Nissan Rogue do VS. a Subaru. That would help greatly in determining other AWD’s would do. Now... skill plays an insurmountable factor in all this. If we all drove like Ken Block, we probably wouldn’t need AWD or 4wd.

@moonsapling 3 года назад

@@JonDZ_Adventuringthe 1st gen Forester I had taught me how to deal with open differentials and no TC. So really what I need is power front to back. The LockAWD when we tested it on sand did not wait for the front wheels to spin but its more of a "if you get stuck" gimmick. The AWD will most likely overheat after 30minutes of trail driving. Its okay in Auto mode tho. I think a lift kit, better tires, skid plates and a transmission cooler would make the Rogue somewhat capable. If all goes well I might make an Instagram account on the project!

@JonDZ_Adventuring 3 года назад

Umbra says what I’ve been observing out on the trails is that “wheel articulation” is such a big factor in a vehicles off-road capability. There’s a fairly new RU-vid channel called engine adventures that takes a 2016 Cherokee trailhawk through some tests. 56:1 crawl ratio and a real rear locker make it incredibly capable, but he does talk about how bad the wheel articulation is, and how much better it would be if that was improved. I disconnect my rear sway bars and it makes a very big difference!

@moonsapling 3 года назад

@@JonDZ_Adventuring do you disconnect them on trails only or thats just how you drive the Passport overall?

@JonDZ_Adventuring 3 года назад

Umbra says at first I would disconnect them only for trails. But when I first started disconnecting them, I didn’t know I wasn’t reconnecting them all the way. The “slack” has cause the treads for wear out and strip. Also, I should have been cleaning the threads prior to reconnecting. The mud and grit stuck between the threads also wore things out. This led my left rear sway bar end link to permanently disconnect. It’s a $18 part and easily replaceable, but I’ve found the ride to be very very acceptable without the end link. I feel the ride is more “Cadillac like”. Under emergency braking, things aren’t even sketchy like in some other vehicles. So, to answer your question, lately, I’ve been running without them.

@RC-nn8bq 3 года назад

I have a 4wd limited 4r stock height you think thats enough clearance

@olliechristopher467 3 года назад

LOL! You are breathing hard because of the elevation.

@rfunk727 3 года назад

Does the Passport infotainment system let you install Gia maps unto it?

@JonDZ_Adventuring 3 года назад

Good question! Gaia is available for Apple CarPlay but not Android Auto. So, yes and no.

@rfunk727 3 года назад

@@JonDZ_Adventuring Thx

@simon_situ 3 года назад

What mods on the white Crosstrek?

@JonDZ_Adventuring 3 года назад

Simon Situ I’m not sure, but you can ask him on Instagram: instagram.com/thetrailtrek?igshid=h0xdw17for0w

@4x4nerd80 3 года назад

I wish they would have made the RAV4 into a mini 4Runner, but at least it gets crazy mpg

@alanmay7929 3 года назад

I think a 2l turbo Diesel would be great for that

@JonDZ_Adventuring 3 года назад

How about the Rav4 prime! Even better MPG’s and is the 2nd quickest Toyota behind the Supra!!!! Less off-road capability compared to a Rav4 adventure tho, but atleast it’s better than fwd. it’s the one I would take if I was given a choice. Now we will have to see if they make a 2023 Toyota TRD Prime Pro Plugin !!!!!

@4x4nerd80 3 года назад

JonDZ Adventuring with everyone taking crossovers and pushing them to the off road limits, you’d think that the car companies would just give us wrangler aftermarket support lol. Imagine if you could get front and rear lockers that were made to fit without customization. People want to be out there and explore 🤠

@JonDZ_Adventuring 3 года назад

Combat Cowboy it appears all the automotive manufacturers have taken note! Honda will either have a “trail sport” trim of their vehicles, or it will be an all new vehicle. My guess is they’ll do exactly what you mentioned. I hope they offer some sort of “real locker different” or even a low speed transfer case. Honda uses the ZF9, is think they could easily replicate what Jeep did with the Cherokee trail hawk. Same transmission.

@gabrielmartinez3171 3 года назад

As of 9/26/2020 still closed due to wild fire

@suzettecalleja3122 3 года назад

great video.. I learn so much on how to take the right lines. I am concerned about your heavy breathing, health wise.

@senderoverland 3 года назад

Running back and forth up a hill to get footage will make anyone breathe heavy. Especially at a higher altitude

@matthewjohnson1211 3 года назад

The 2021 Crosstrek sport should get a nice little bump in performance with the extra 30 hp and x-mode 2.0! I’m not sold that “adventure” Rav 4:yet -it’s seems very front wheel drive biased, plus the “angry grill” hangs down too far for any real off-roading.

@JonDZ_Adventuring 3 года назад

Matthew Johnson the Rav4 adventure is crazy expensive. $35K! You can buy a Passport Sport for $33k or a luxurious EX-L model for $38K. Either the case, just more car and the best AWD system on the market right now. Well.... except for the Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk with its real rear locker. I wonder what the bronco sport will offer. It’ll directly compete with these smaller awd vehicles. It’ll have a 18:1 crawl ratio (Jeep Cherokee trailhawk is at 56:1, Rav4 at 16:1 and crosstrek at 14:1) but it might either have a real rear locking differential or a simulated rear locker like in the Passport. The awesome thing about the crosstrek is it’s still affordable! Should be able to pick up a base model for $23K, that’s the allure of Subaru’s, price! Some get the touring models and pay Rav4 Adventure like pricing.

@itsnick37 3 года назад

Hey guys I’m looking to buy something very soon(well lease for now..) love the RAV4 but it’s not “off road” to gimicky and expensive in the future I’ll get one but for 33K is passport the best bet? I love the Trailhawk but 40k is to much and used market is brutal, any used car right now I’m not bothering.. I do like the Subarus I never looked into new crosstrek but people always complain about cvt so don’t know what to think of that.. I should mention I never did off-roading or overlanding but am looking to in the future! Nothing to crazy but I want something capable for less then 35k would love some suggestions if you guys don’t mind helping a noob! maybe something that gets overlooked you know about?

@JonDZ_Adventuring 3 года назад

Nicholas Lotito this is a very good question with a complicated answer. I’ll start off by saying that you probably won’t know how much capability you’ll end up needing until you get out and start offroading and overlanding. Do you have an idea about your end goal? Honestly? Because you don’t know, I have 1 single recommendation for you. A used Lexus GX460. Avoid the GX470, they’re not very fuel efficient. The GX460 recommends (maybe even requires) 91 octane fuel, but it’s been proven that you can run 87 with no detriment to performance, MPG or reliability. Here’s why this makes a great choice. Resale! If this vehicle doesn’t work out for you, you can probably sell it for as much as you bought it. The good news is this vehicle is extremely capable! If you’re looking to spend 33K, try to find a used one for 28K and then dump money into upgrades. The GX has so much aftermarket support. There’s touch screen head units you can upgrade them with. The GX460 also has a 6 speed transmission which will make it surprisingly fuel efficient for what it is. The 4runner and GX470 only have a 5 speed. I hope this helps!

@matthewjohnson1211 3 года назад

@@itsnick37 If having a “compact crossover” doesn’t bother you, then look into the 2021 Subaru Crosstrek SPORT -185 hp., x-mode 2.0. I haven’t investigated the pricing, but you might be able to one for under 30k. With a 2 inch and a pair of off-road tires I don’t see better choice in this price range (of course I’ll defer to JonDz, whom I consider the Most knowledgable on this subject).

@JonDZ_Adventuring 3 года назад

Nicholas Lotito with all that said, I love my Passport! I just don’t know if you will. It’s drivetrain bridges the gap between 4wd and a Awd, but with only 8.1 inches of ground clearance, the capability has to be “unlocked” and if you want to make one like mine, you’ll have to permanently modify the wheel wells to fit 32.1 inch tires. Toyota trucks need similar mods to for 33 inch tires, but their in a whole different class of off-road capability.

@nomadmav7040 3 года назад

I'd like to join one of your off road trips, my lady and I drive modified Crosstreks. I don't do social media though..

@pacone1026 3 года назад

Can I get the coordinates of that camp site pls?

@JonDZ_Adventuring 3 года назад

I don’t share coordinates publicly, but you can try messaging me on Instagram.

@gladegoodrich2297 2 года назад

All these videos have destroyed this place! It's what you call loving it to death.

@ThinkFreely2012 Год назад

How do videos ruin it? Anyone with a phone and Google can find these places. When everybody got scared of covid and couldn't go to work, they went outdoors! There's literally a handful of apps and websites specifically for helping people find these places. Neither Jon, nor any other youtuber I've watched have given out lat/long or even directions. They tell you about it and leave it to you to find it.