Trailmater Down (Repairs And Upgrades)

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After dropping off a big ledge on a recovery earlier in the day, me and Mike noticed the shifters moving more than they should. We got out and looked to see the transmission adapter had snapped at the mounting pedestal. We realized it was still together and could be driven so we strapped it down and kept going on the recovery. The next day we decided to tear into it and start the repairs. Took a couple days as we jest kept fixing things we've been neglecting. Really happy with all the repairs and upgrades we got done. Once again she is all back together and back to work. Thank you everyone for watching and supporting us.
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@davidr.4699 Год назад

Even the Mighty Trailmater needs some love once in awhile.

@marklar7551 Год назад

Some repairs are upgrades 👽

@protacodan4225 Год назад

You guys got the tow truck Olympics in the bag.

@winstonsmith8441 Год назад

I appreciated the view of the welding through the visor lens.

@TheIrishAmish Год назад

I am constantly amazed what this rig will do.

@monkeymanyoung6153 Год назад

Hi Mike and Shawn. You guys are awesome!

@johnme7049 Год назад

Mike, It's not the SIZE of the hook... Also I keep seeing these ads saying that if it's BENT like a hook it's bad so you may want to get that checked. I dunno... Shawn has the 'Dew', Mike has the don't, Rory has the Get outta my way! :D Love you guys, Give Lilli a hug for me and God Bless you all.

@theclan4adventures Год назад

It would be worth all the crap I know I would get to come work on my stuff in your shop lol I could hear it now “ I don’t think I’d do that if I were you” 😂 you guys are awesome..film everything we will watch it all!

@stephen-oi3nz Год назад

When in doubt make it stout!

@3الكعبي Год назад

very very good now after the check

@robertmcclelland4968 Год назад

Here in Florida, we got sand and mud, would love to do what guys do.....

@fat_head_Carl Год назад

Percussive maintenance with a rock

@marcogalante4175 Год назад

I love what you doing guys

@lonhoschar1943 Год назад

Great video, as always!! Rory, Mike and Shawn... what a team!! Love you guys and all the things you do. Be sure and get that lock-out fixed while you're doing the front end stuff!! 😁

@randyfairbrother8173 Год назад

what are you going to do with all your winnings of the contest? You guy's do a great job and build way better maybe than it has to be!

@murphymmc Год назад

In a few years, Mike will be the only one not sayin" "Huh, what'd you say?"

@dirtbillydeluxe Год назад

That's funny because I am the deaf one of the group!

@kevola5739 Год назад

Any OEM parts left on the Trailmater? I’m guessing ashtray! The modified rails on the transfer case boggles my mind.

@matthewstencel8298 Год назад

I love how when you break something, you assess the damage and make it more than twice as strong the second time so it won’t break again. Simple problems require simple solutions. If it’s not broke, don’t fix it. If it is broke, use quarter inch plate and more welds :)

@GARYJ22 Год назад

It shows how well built Trailmater actually is, because your not constantly doing repair work to it, after all the hard work that Trailmater gets put through.

@robertottwell605 Год назад

I really like the shop repair videos. Congratulations to Mike on his promotion to safety director for Moab Motorsports.

@brettmorton7365 Год назад

I'm always impressed by how well trailmater holds up under stress. It's built and maintained within an inch of the edge.. a fine balance of power, flexibility and weight distribution.. with a generous helping of driver skill. Love your vids guys, keep em coming..

@AZ-kj9kp Год назад

Been to Moab twice with SxS from Gillette Wyoming. Love watching all the recoveries, with no drama or hyped suspense in videos. Thank you Rory and your awesome crew. Beautiful country! Can't wait to go back.

@Flamefuels Год назад

This is the off road towing channel I enjoy best , thanks for taking the time to share what you do , learned and obviously love , shits awesome ! Those braces look mega beef 9000 👍🏻💪🏻

@davidbeach6947 Год назад

The best off road channel, by far. You get: off roading, recovering vehicles, repairing said vehicles in the field, building/repairing vehicles and guys having fun! Don’t get no better!

@savagenomore Год назад

Rory, you guys are the GOATs of the off-road recover, others are building building building and you're like "We're ready"....lol

@hughsmitham722 Год назад

Rory, Mike and Shawn thanks for letting us be the fly on the wall. Always informative, entertaining and great Utah scenery!

@AFloridaSon Год назад

It's always good to see Trailmater get a little love.

@jeffclark2725 Год назад

Well said, with what it does every trip

@DeanF Год назад

SUCH a badass rig.

@dalegereaux1863 Год назад

Very nice inventive upgrades. I like the views through the welding helmet so we can actually see what you're doing instead of just a big flash that I keep telling myself, oh you shouldn't look at that and then I remember oh it's just on TV.

@stuartkcalvin Год назад

Mike and Tom Tom have to be two of the nicest people in the business. Also a shout out to, you know who, for putting up with Rory and driving the back up vehicle while Mike films. How✋ Remember, this wasn't a drill 🔨

@neilmetzgar7233 Год назад

I love you guys, I'm a 53 yr old that broke his back then was diagnosed with the c word. Been following you from the beginning. I really enjoy living vicariously through you. Your my kinda people. Thanks.

@dustywhite7195 Год назад

Bless you

@UberLummox Год назад

Bummer. Were ya vaxt?

@UberLummox Год назад

Bummer. Were ya vaxt?

@haroldphipps3457 Год назад

@@UberLummox like the phony ass vaccine is going to stop cancer???

@UberLummox Год назад

@@haroldphipps3457 Oh right. Silly me. I thought the c work stood for Kovid. While were on the subject of initials, you get your new NFTs yet?

@tomhorner345 Год назад

Wow 150 views 2 minutes after posting. You have been ready for the tow truck Olympics for a long time. I think it will boil down to the skill of the operator and familiarity with the equipment. As a friend of mine says, you got this. Thanks for another great video.

@camneilsen8234 Год назад

Always take your safety Mike with you ,you never know when you'll need one ! 👍🏻

@desimora8 Год назад

Great use of the new drone filming! The updates and repairs to Trailmater right on point!

@REDNECKHUNTER75 Год назад

I really liked the drone footage as well. Amazed that Trailmater doesn't require maintenance more often after seeing where you take him!

@tobymcnicol922 Год назад

Great set too!

@NicholasMavrikBrandt Год назад

Love that you include this, people forget if you use something regardless of maintenance and brand, stuff gets tired and breaks, even a toyota FJ 40 that's engineered for 300k miles for every little part will eventually suffer the same fate.

@timbradley1249 Год назад

Nicholas Brandt I get the feeling you’re a fellow FJ40 owner

@NicholasMavrikBrandt Год назад

@@timbradley1249 no I got jeep issues, Jeepster, cj7, Cherokee xj, j10, I had a fj40 but it was to much a project for me sadly

@timbradley1249 Год назад

@Nicholas Brandt I have my Dad’s 75’ . He bought it new. I got to drive it to high school my senior year in 86’. Been mine for 8 years now

@mntmantimes Год назад

The more of your videos I watch, the more I realize what genuine badasses you all are. Respect

@ifster7273 Год назад

Hey mike, Good on you to wear safety glasses! It's only a matter of time before you end up in the ER for a metal sliver in your eyeball. Once is enough to learn a lesson. Yeah, I learned the hard way.

@vanwrinkle-01 Год назад

I sometimes think Rory goes out of his way to find the most difficult route for the Trail Mater. Best part is that the old Mater handles it with grace and finesse Gotta love it. LOL

@dougalexander7204 Год назад

It amazes me how solid your business plan is. After building an off road recovery wrecker you know every part and piece, and continue to come up with better, stronger upgrades. The equipment and skills you have makes MOAB off roading a better, safer sport.

@OldDirtGuy Год назад

Holy smokes! You know that Matt and Paul are now redesigning furiously.

@countrylifetales2700 Год назад

I'm digging the drone shots. It gives a nice perspective. Great work, Mike.

@fjefferynelson9946 Год назад

I'll second that! Wasn't that Poison Spider?

@michaelcauser474 Год назад

I have just realised the Trail Mater slogan is one I first heard about 60 years ago - "The impossible we do straight away. Miracles take a little longer."

@gcslade7487 Год назад

Glad to see Trail Matter getting some love. Hopefully, Rory's statement "Mike is an example of safety we should all adhere to" will happen. Mike is a great addition to the team; love his positive personality and focus on safety

@davidpotter3777 Год назад

I really appreciate the time you guys spend in the shop and all the skills that you guys share with the viewers. Nothing like Trail tested. God bless you and your families Aloha and amen

@norcoredneck Год назад

Like a jockstrap on the trans mount.

@Stephenja Год назад

G'day guys. Nice 👍 to see some maintenance being done to old Trailmater. I have been watching this channel for 12 month and the old truck is hardly stopped long enough

@mamamarius Год назад

Really looking forward to more drone footage. We don't always get to see how scary the terrain is. As for upgrades, add a turret and voila ! Mater Tank...

@dekk0480 Год назад

More of those close-up through helmet weld shots! So awesome.

@Morg27 Год назад

Can't believe Mike manages to hold on to the prop shaft and film the suspension moving. Top effort 👍 especially for the more health and safety conscious in the team! 😂

@Nobody_Important_Yea Год назад

Cool that you show the good, bad and the ugly. Trust me that Mike wears his PPE is wise thing. I have ringing in my ears 24/7. Luckily I have my eyes and fingers. Remember this, I know what it's like to be young. You guys don't know what it's like to be old. Love you all, still out there doin' it.

@kevinwalters7615 Год назад

I'm going to remember that line because with age comes wisdom

@ed2497 Год назад

what every guy wants to hear. That new part you are putting on your bad assed truck looks "cute"

@fredfred4086 Год назад

The old shackles look better🙂

@jeffproctor1690 Год назад

Don't do what Matts recovery has one...dont sell Your soul to profit. YOU ARE THE KING for off-road recovery. Period. I love the beat up truck- function before form, always!. Your driving, on site repairs, and towing make you the top in your class to me. F##k that needless slf promotion sbit Mat is always slinging.

@stevegulley3570 Год назад

Thanks for the helmet cam Mike, I've often wondered what you can see while welding.

@chiefvilla3167 Год назад

You can do it Mater get it get her get her done.👏🏽👏🏽🤷🏽‍♂️🤘🏾✋🏽✌🏽👍🏽🤙🏾💪🏽🙋🏽‍♂️😊😎.

@spottenstock8722 Год назад

Awesome video Rory ! Getting really good at speaking to that damn camera, huh ? Nice work, good narration. Your talking more, and your doing good explaining of what your doing, keep it up !!

@edshoprag5738 Год назад

No disrespect intended but....if you going to prepare for the towtruck Olympics...dont forget the chairs and hammocks..and the big white ice chest full of refreshments..and set a rate for repairing other tow rig....you better bring lot of stickers to tag the rigs you fix or tow 🤭🤣🤣🤣🤣

@DC-ok6bk Год назад

Excellent problem solving/strengthening. Based on 18:01, looks like a few cup holders might add driver comfort. As if that’s a thing

@ericcsuf Год назад

I'm with Mike on the use of PPE. I wear safety glasses and ear protection just to WATCH your channel.

@kevinwalters7615 Год назад

LOL

@ricoolivier Год назад

Let's be honest for a moment. The only reason the Tow Truck Olympics is even a thing, is to try and match TM. Been there done that and carry a car out while holding himself together with his own winches! There really is no topping that! 🏆

@SJCDAVE Год назад

The only vehicle that I car about enough to watch someone fix is Mater. Most of us out here in viewer land have invested hours watching him/her do the impossible. So, when you give her love , we watch carefully to be sure you are treating her/him right! Great job!

@brucemcgowan5651 Год назад

Good video Rory. Glad you did repairs long Trailmater. The 🌟 of the Show. 😆. Yea Rory. Your pretty good too. Stay safe.

@peterconnan5631 Год назад

Thanks for the explanation on the transfer case! I jist have one question remaining on this build: why have lockable hubs at all? Why not just solid drive flanges? Is it just to protect the axle?

@TwoFeatherChannel Год назад

Thank you Mike for looking out for our safety

@brianschmidt2747 Год назад

Awesome Mike thanks I have never seen tig welding through the sheikh and trial .mater hard at work needs time to heal

@desertdog2282 Год назад

It would be interesting to know how much weight the truck adds every year.

@Westerntraveler Год назад

Everyone has to have a bit of a Celebration Dinner every now and again even TM.

@nikonikorian6124 Год назад

you guys rock. Nice to see some drone shots as well.

@tcrasey Год назад

Rory, trailmater is the best and it is a beast! I will bet you win the contest with the other wreckers! You enjoy teaching and giving proper instructions on how and why you do what you do! Thanks!

@idontknow2293 Год назад

Know how I know this is the best off road recovery channel? Cause it is and everyone says so. Stay safe 🙏 you guys. Merry Christmas, Feliz Navidad and How 🤔 ❤️

@eugenearchibald7375 Год назад

I wish your shop was closer. Had some major issues with shops work its been real impossible to find a good shop. You give me hope!

@YZ250W1 Год назад

Thanks for showing this stuff. It's all good mate!

@retiredfederalie178 Год назад

…Mater the only vehicle that can hold itself together with itself!

@LloydCollier-t5j Год назад

From Lloyd Downunder,, !!!You guys are and always will be the best,, Ive watched all your content and what you do is awsome,, hav'n fun while doing a very tricky and vital service, THANKYOU.👍🏁🏁🏁

@PONO-go3ee Год назад

Super Flexxy Frame By now , it’s getting Gusseted , Rory got all that WW-2 Stamp Forging Machinery or Turn of the Century Last Century

@davehollingsworth3007 Год назад

I like Matt and Paul but Trail Mater.....Has a special place in my heart! Rory, I hope you and your crew win the tow truck Olympics! Your guys and you are truly the MASTERS of OFF ROAD RECOVERY! Hands down THE BEST!

@dudleybaggerman9574 Год назад

Rory ur Allway's thinking 🤔Different Angle's means More Correct Pulling point's for Winching , Plus u make Mater much Stronger with less stress !! Ur Math teacher was right 🤭 !!! Happy Trails to ualll !!!

@barotraumabruce4245 Год назад

Hmm. Off-road Wrecker Olympics? I thoroughly enjoy Matt and Paul and what they do, but you, Rory, and Trailmater understand each other. Your “technique” operating her is like she’s an extension of your right arm. You and she will be hard to beat. Mikey and Sean are like having a couple of extra big toes. Nobody can compete with that! Thank you.

@ronnydowdy7432 Год назад

You always amazed me how you do recoveries and trail repairs. The trailmater is a very capable vehicle and Rory you know how to make the Trail Mater do what others could not even if they were using it. EXPERIENCE!

@powerhorsea1a376 Год назад

Just browsing locker options for my '89 F-350's Rear 80 and front trunnion 60, close out the tab and BOOM! Look what's waiting for me to watch! 🤔 It's like they know.. 😆

@jrpefx Год назад

Years back I was working at a Hollywood Studio in the FX Shop, my friend was over at the Apex Grinder and I overheard the Department head say to him " Do you like working here---where are your Safety Glasses". Just a thought for you all, and Happy Holidays!!

@timothybailey7118 Год назад

It is not remarkable to me that TRAILMATER is down. What’s incredible is that it is not down more often. Front wheel digs, bouncing over rocks and dragging 6,000 lb rigs out of canyons over frame twisting trails is hell on metal.

@steve0inmontana811 Год назад

You guys have the koolest jobs. Great video

@MrChrissy1r Год назад

Brilliant vid as usual. Those Snap on spanner shifters are tops, here in the U.K. snap on tools are horrendously expensive around £80:00 GBP Just over $99 U.S that's without tax or post and packing.

@barrybazza176 Год назад

I can't believe that Rory broke the post-apocalyptic Beast from the Wastelands....not for long though...It has Risen Again 😁

@dstaff4134 Год назад

Wow, now even educating the viewers on historical periods of history! The Bar-oke period! LMAO, AWESOME! Thanks again for another fine share of your adventures.

@captainm7155 Год назад

I tried searching on line but couldn't find all of the specs on Trailmater. What gears, transfer case, and transmission are you running. I know in the video you said a GM transfer case. I am guessing 205. Anyway, cool truck. Thanks

@jlyonsden3677 Год назад

School is always in session when Moab Motorsports is on the trail. If you ain't breaking it, you ain't using it. And Mater gets used. Like seeing you work on the winner of the Tow Truck Olympics. Tried, True and Tested everyday.

@norcalray7182 Год назад

Awesome it's shop time with Rory and Friends. Weekdays Monday 7: 00pm Pacific.

@dougholcomb6851 Год назад

I watch all of Matt’s off-road recovery, fab rats and have recently started watching your channel too. It would seem that of the three channels, you’ve got all the big boy tools and fab necessities, why don’t you do more fab videos?!?

@trolllololololo Год назад

He used to run a fab shop, i think hes closed down to do RU-vid full time now thought. 😊

@aprilhilliard3302 Год назад

Another great vid...love watching you repair and fab stuff as much as the recoveries. So, client didn't want to be filmed....must have been out for a joyride in Dad's rig without permission?

@utahoutdoorschannel Год назад

Quit diggin around Rory! Haha, youre the Tow Truck Olympics future gold medalist, no question. Great stuff!

@philswanson9442 Год назад

So glad you said what you did about the Smittybilt X2O winch. I purchased one for my 2022 Gladiator with some apprehension but now feel confident that I made the right purchase.

@isleno101 Год назад

I'm sure this must have been asked before but if it has, I've not seen it. Considering how often you guys leave a whole lot of rubber on those rocks, how often do you find yourselves having to replace tires?

@kevinwalters7615 Год назад

I think I remember seeing him saying if all goes well he gets about a year a set

@martysmilt Год назад

Rory, You only get one pair of eyes! I was guilty of wearing Safety glasses on top of my head. One day I bumped something the glasses fell down and landed perfectly over my nose where they were designed to fit. A 3/8" drill bit broke 20 feet from where I was and hit me right lense exactly dead center of the glass five seconds after I bumped my head. I never go without Safety equipment now! Please wear them.

@simpledj509chromo7 Год назад

What blows my mind with Trailmater is how well built the rig is with a lot of modified stock parts. No Atlas transfer or custom axles or anything crazy to speak of. But it's proven time and time again to be tough as nails and very reliable. Heck the front axle isn't even trussed. It's a great reminder that you don't have to throw $30,000 at a rig to have something extremely capable. It helps that Rory knows how to drive that rig as well. Love seeing videos like this, as it gives me a little more insight and gets new ideas rolling for when I get around to building a rig.

@davidring2438 Год назад

🤣🤣🤣 that is the most Hillbilly Redneck repair I have ever seen 🤣 But it works and that's why he'll win the tow truck Olympics 👍🏼🏁

@jasonmiera647 Год назад

Awesome upgrades. Thanks for educating me. When I build my square body I can see the weak and strong points. Thank you.

@rightwingmanscott Год назад

Great show. I am so looking forwards to the Olympics. I'd definitely have my money on experience and the machine that has evolved over the years but you got some guys going beserk to catch ya! That says it all. Thanks for the show.

@frederickmcconnell547 Год назад

"Trailmater needs to be ready for the tow truck Olympics......... and it is!" Rory you always make me laugh!

@ggalland1 Год назад

Great video as always! Love Mater getting a spa day.......hope you addresses that axle/hub.....didn't hear you mention it at the end of video 😂😂 Have a great day

@alraybaca6235 Год назад

Pretty Kool getting ready to win 🏆 the tow truck Olympic

@741662027 Год назад

Those rear "fenders" are such handy tool trays that I've wondered why you don't put a little lip around them, to keep sockets and parts from rolling off. Just a thought...

@davidfarmer1666 Год назад

Wow! Seriously serious! Needed repairs. Rory and Michael done did all them repairs themselves for sure. That's skills men and lady types.

@richmccarthy76 Год назад

thanks guys repairs, recovery, off road, just forgot more flashing lights, marry holidays to the known winners of wrecker olympics, wow nice new adaptor cracked in two