Breaking Jeeps On The Rubicon With

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Жыл бұрын

Let's run our new Toyota Tacoma through the Rubicon! This video almost didn't happen believe it or not. Shaun from Story till now talked me into doing a video on the way to the trail! So big thank you to Shaun for not only coming down from Canada for this trip but for convincing me to make a video as well.
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@DirtLifestyle Жыл бұрын

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@lukedavis3554 Жыл бұрын

If you have the locker on it turns off abs, tacomas have a anti roll back feature that uses the abs, many times if I’m using the locker and I roll back just a inch it will shut the truck off and say trans temp high and oil pressure low

@MacsSpecialitiesMotorsports Жыл бұрын

BTW I love how you ended the video! Well said and very inspirational

@harrywalker5836 Жыл бұрын

im in a 4x4 club in aus.. but its like the 70,s range rover club,yupi,s. go to the river, get the kids throw mud on the truck, great day out 4 weelin..i build my trucks to function, not look nice. same as you, but not as extreme seeing are laws are nannyfied.. i have a swb highboy, i cut it, h/p 44 locker, 5sp, 4w disc. 82 bronc,8'' raise, sas d44 locker. s/duty, 35,s. 3'' lift.tray back. i learnt early on, style sides n f g . my bronco is perfect, size,width,weight. no o/h. its harder to get in than the highboy.. funny that...great vids, keep it up. especially the fab vids. we need to become an american state. get some sensible laws here..

@phillims1 Жыл бұрын

Having just come through cancer treatment, I have to totally agree with you Nate. We only get one ride, and we never know when it might end. Waste nothing…

@thelonewrangler1008 Жыл бұрын

I hope you're doing better. My first car was a VW thing that I paid $1200 for and wish I never sold it😎

@DirtLifestyle Жыл бұрын

Thank you for your perspective 🙏. I hope you are doing better brother!

@stacyreid5077 Жыл бұрын

Hope you are doing better Michael Phillips, I broke my back in 2000 and my ankle was broken and twisted around backwards back in 1992 but until my testosterone level bottomed out at 37 in 2018, I was still living my life pretty much and even went to West Virginia riding the Hatfield and McCoy trails with my brother on our SXSs in 2012

@littlesteve855 Жыл бұрын

Yet so many people are... I will do it tomorrow..

@TheStoryTillNow Жыл бұрын

Wow, I’m not looking forward to editing my video from this trip, because yours was too good! This was such a great trip. I had an absolute blast.

@senditkevin Жыл бұрын

You got this Shaun! Your videos are always great.

@offroadwizard1928 Жыл бұрын

Can’t wait to see it Shaun! I always like to see your style of videos. You’re a good film maker.

@jasonjohnson4214 Жыл бұрын

I seriously CANT WAIT to see your video Shawn! You tell stories so well and we will get a different view from what Nate had. Plus….rope swing!!! Lol. So good getting to know you! Hope to hang out again soon!

@DirtLifestyle Жыл бұрын

I love that you will have such a different perspective lol. Us splitting up will make for two completely different videos! Hit me up if you need any footage that you saw in the video buddy. I got you 👊

@flyfisher530 Жыл бұрын

Nate this is one of your best videos ever. You have become so good at telling a story and the editing is outstanding. Your bush repairs for the tire, fuel filter etc. were awesome to watch. It was great to have a chance to sit down with you at Expo PNW. Hope to see you on the trails someday soon!

@DirtLifestyle Жыл бұрын

Hey thanks man 🙌. I appreciate the positive comment and I hope to see you on the trail 👊

@LimitlessOverland Жыл бұрын

Agreed this video was epic!

@PNW_Rodeo Жыл бұрын

I did an upgrade on a buddies Tacoma by installing a cotter pin in the transmission line "bypass" block to keep the lines open at all times. In addition to that an added trans cooler up front and he hasn't had further issues. Hope that helps.

@DirtLifestyle Жыл бұрын

It definitely does! I always consider a cooler for towing but this would be a good idea for crawling aswell. 👍

@PNW_Rodeo Жыл бұрын

@@DirtLifestyle Nate, pinning that plunger in on the bypass block is very helpful in keeping the temps down before they get hot. You can find it inline with the trans lines under the passenger side. There's a plunger on the side with a tiny hole on either side of it, like a hydraulic timing belt tensioner. Push that plunger in and hold it while threading the cotter pin through to retain it. Love the videos and I'm glad I could provide some helpful info. 👍

@rickwhitmire7933 Жыл бұрын

Is this only for an Automatic Trans? The cotter pin deal. I’ve seen my low oil pressure like come on, once in 70,000 miles. But I was at an extreme angle.

@PNW_Rodeo Жыл бұрын

Yeah it's for the transmission cooler bypass valve. It's s small block between both lines that is closed when the fluid temp is below a set temp (re-routes fluid back to transmission instead of cooler). When the fluid reaches temp the valve opens and allows the fluid to go to the cooler up front. Pinning it locks it open 100%.

@edgarandreasyan521 Жыл бұрын

@@DirtLifestyle that light comes on because of the angle of the trucks front end up being vertical.

@callmesomething1425 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the end of the video. My Dad just passed away on his 60th birthday. He always wanted to do Moab and we made plans to but his health got in the way. For his memorial we went to Moab for him with all our jeeps and it was amazing. Life is short live it to the fullest you can.

@rogieboy3162 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for that message at the end. It really really hit home.

@DirtLifestyle Жыл бұрын

I'm glad to hear it man! It wasn't lip service, I ment every word 👊

@SuburbanK2500 Жыл бұрын

Your ending really got me Nate. I'm lying in bed with a blood clot in my lung, I can't take the heat and humidity outside. So my 502 Suburban swap continues to sit and wait for me. I'm missing out on trail rides with my wife and daughter and the unknown of upcoming test dates and results is not leaving me in a great state of mind. 51 yrs old and I wish I had at times done more for myself and my family than always helping others. It felt right and good at the time, and even though I would never turn my back on someone in need if I was in a position to help, I'm lying here feeling like I short changed myself and my family. To anyone reading this, along theblines of Nate's closing remarks, if you're able now, get out with family and friends and run some trails and enjoy the time you have NOW, don't wait. Thanks for the video Nate.

@DirtLifestyle Жыл бұрын

Holy cow man. Hang in there and stay strong! I'm pulling for you!

@FlawedOffroad Жыл бұрын

Nate not only was the video top notch but you once again have shown everyone that you are a top notch person.

@DirtLifestyle Жыл бұрын

Wow man thank you for the positive comment 🙏

@Erik_S Жыл бұрын

There are hundreds, maybe thousands of Rubicon trail videos. This is by far, the best one I have ever seen. Actually no. It's the best KZfaq video I've ever watched. Thank you.

@DirtLifestyle Жыл бұрын

Damn! Thank you very much!

@ultra4suzukisamurai679 Жыл бұрын

After 25 years of thinking about doing the rubicon I finally did it last month. It was awesome! You are so right, you just have to get up and go do things before it’s too late.

@Casey250 Жыл бұрын

Nice seeing the TacoSupreme out on the Rubicon. Great drone work!!

@DirtLifestyle Жыл бұрын

Thanks buddy 👊

@evenflowoverland Жыл бұрын

This trip was unreal! So glad I got to be a part of this, and also get to re-live it through this video. Great to meet you Nate, you're a rock star! ⭐

@Agent.K. Жыл бұрын

My uncle passed away in 2021, a few months after our last camping trip. I still can’t fully digest the idea. Who would’ve thought it would be our last. And he was in his 40’s. Now I go out as much as I can even alone when everyone is busy.

@DaddyJeepGarage Жыл бұрын

The "nerding out" is the good stuff. It helps everyone learn things

@the_co_yeti Жыл бұрын

Amen brother, life is short and you get one shot! Love the taco 🤙

@shaker_steve3350 Жыл бұрын

I'm middle age and just got invited to run the Rubicon next month. Can't wait to see it all in person . Jeep4life

@DirtLifestyle Жыл бұрын

Have fun out there buddy, it's a special place 🙏

@Christopher-vf6kx Жыл бұрын

Super Nate...on a big trip right now broke down working through a series of trail fixes...could not be happier. 😌 Be well! 👍

@DirtLifestyle Жыл бұрын

Good luck getting off the trail man 🙌 I hope you have everything you need

@lateralus4567 Жыл бұрын

Nate. This is your best one yet. I'm so happy to go along this trip with you and the fellas. Thanks for having us!

@gregernst4483 Жыл бұрын

I had ten minutes to watch something and bam 45 minutes later. Great adventure, thank you for sharing.

@DirtLifestyle Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching and for taking the time comment. I'm glad you enjoyed the adventure 👊

@kennymalikowski4524 Жыл бұрын

By far one of the best youtube videos I have seen. Thanks!

@protacodan4225 Жыл бұрын

Nice work everyone. Did the Rubicon last year with my 2017 Tacoma on 35’s had a blast. Happy trails

@RM_Garage Жыл бұрын

I'm glad Shaun talked you into making the video. After watching this, I have to say it's a masterpiece. I think this will be your most well received video to date.

@perrymahnke886 Жыл бұрын

Life is Short, Amen Last year I turned 60, forced to go on disability at 57.5, I have had several severe health conditions for years & continue to get more as I age (my sister & brother passed in their 30s). Do not wait to do the things you want later, later is now. I hope when I do die, it's in a beautiful place like I see in your videos. I will probably never make it to the extreme trails you experience but I will be leaving Wisconsin in the winters & going to remote places in the southwest camping. Thank you for sharing all the wonderful footage.

@4WDTrek Жыл бұрын

That zip tie job works really well! I used the exact same trick when I was out in Wyoming. I blew the top of my plastic radiator on a previous rig. I melted a zip tie into it and drove it all the way back home that way in the heat of the summer. Good job making that thing work!

@kshepthedrummer Жыл бұрын

Problems, troubles, and breakdowns are half the fun (as long as its not catastrophic and/or injuries involved.) When things go wrong, it makes things exciting. It gives reason to stop, have fun, joking around with each other, work together, and overall just enjoy the experience. When things go perfectly smoothly, it seems like things go by too quick and it can be "boring" (relatively at least. Its never boring going on an adventure haha)

@chkwgn460 9 ай бұрын

Im 52 almost 53 and i keep telling people to stop talking about stuff and go do it. My bucket list is way longer than the time i have to do it so now i will do as much as i can. Thanks for the great video and the inspiration at the end. I will do this trail when i have a rig capable of doing it.

@Just-the-Gameplay Жыл бұрын

Drove this entire trail when I just turned 16. Most fun week ever. And the stars you can see out there. Best middle of the night piss ever.

@offroadwizard1928 Жыл бұрын

Was an awesome time hanging out with everyone! It’s always nice when you meet some good people. Thanks Nate and Shaun for doing things like this. Honestly, it’s the best way to do a trail like this. A bunch of people who have never done it with a couple that have. After doing it though, I would prefer to take three days. It gives you a chance to really soak in being there. Then you can really relax and enjoy everything that’s there. From the wheeling, to the scenery, to the springs themselves. Definitely returning to do it again! P.S. Leo, let me know when you get that skid plate. We’ll go playing again!

@jasonjohnson4214 Жыл бұрын

Jason I’d like in on those adventures!! Leo and I can show you around the west side!!

@offroadwizard1928 Жыл бұрын

@@jasonjohnson4214 I’m in. I’ll be making a top for that thing so I can enjoy some colder/wetter wheeling. I’m always down for having to top off but sometimes it just gets miserable. Hahaha Maybe something in September/October. My August is already full.

@DirtLifestyle Жыл бұрын

We are lucky to have you show up on this trip buddy 🙌 it was great getting to know you

@scottbartlett4853 Жыл бұрын

I'm one of two Isuzu VehiCross' that have done the entire Rubicon trail. Not gonna lie, it was intense! I had doubts going through it but in the end (day 3) we were golden. No breakage just a heim joint repair got me through. What I remember most was the friendships that were made and forged along the way. Epic trip!

@ricki7187 Жыл бұрын

Was great to see the rig at NW Overland Rally. Didn't look all that much worse for wear.

@straightfiesty1662 Жыл бұрын

This video really hit home for me I'm 52 currently having a 88 YJ Bill one tons LS and just can't wait to get that done so I can get out on the trails and everything and get my 13-year-old out there my 33 year old and have a good time thank you for the videos keep up the great content

@jk_wrangler13 Жыл бұрын

That's a good trail fix. At least he made it farther than he would have. Awesome video Nate. I hope you day I'll get to go down the Rubicon trail

@DirtLifestyle Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@samsanderson7159 Жыл бұрын

I completely agree Nate. Get out and live your life. So many of us, (myself included) get so wrapped up in day to day struggles and work, that life goes by and before you know it, it's gone. I'm going to be 51 this fall and it seems like just yesterday I was 25. It really is true that the older you get, the faster the years seem to go by. Thanks for the reminder to get out and live! I hope your message reaches many people. Great video and that zip tie fix was borderline genius! Keep living life Nate and bring us all the videos!

@DanDuprea Жыл бұрын

Great job on the Rubicon video. Quite possibly the best video you've ever done.

@DirtLifestyle Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@leopnwdrt3508 Жыл бұрын

Great edit Nate. Grateful to have the opportunity to join you, sorry to crush the diesel filter, but it made for a better story!

@mikejohle3717 Жыл бұрын

Your message at the end really hits home, life is way to short, I lost my brother in 2019 and I’ve always wished I could just go wheeling with him one time

@DirtLifestyle Жыл бұрын

Very sorry for your loss man 🙏 I love my brother and couldn't imagine what that must be like.

@flatblackandy Жыл бұрын

You are 100% correct, the rubicon is a magical place! I was there about a month ago and camped at buck island, and even though the bugs were absolutely terrible, I still had an amazing time!

@dirtbagoverland5904 Жыл бұрын

Loved the long-form. Excellent video; one of your best. The ending message is spot on!

@DirtLifestyle Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@billjcanada Жыл бұрын

I forsee a fuel filter relocation kit hitting the market. The Rubicon is a beautiful trail. I ran it in the 80s and have great memories.

@DirtLifestyle Жыл бұрын

In the 80s!? I'm sure it was alot different back then...

@pscruising5486 Жыл бұрын

For the peeps who didnt watch this vid to the end... and there are thousands of Ruby Trail vids, you missed the great words. "How many trips left?" Indeed sir. Thanks for reminding me. I am probably 20 years older than you and my wife and I live by that as best we can. Headed to Catalina Island on thursday. Too hot to Jeep here is AZ. Be well.

@robertasbee7146 Жыл бұрын

By far the best video you have made keep up the good work and I love your message at the end

@grandmothjohn4315 Жыл бұрын

Wonderful video Nate. One of your best and very Attenborough with your VO work. It took me three attempts to finish today (life and family interruptions), and you even got the Mrs to get excited about the Rubicon. Thank you.

@DirtLifestyle Жыл бұрын

Thank you! I'm honored

@p4th0s_ Жыл бұрын

As I get older, and as well as my dad getting older, I can relate so much to your closing statement about wanting to visit so many places before it's to late.

@KrokemOutdoors Жыл бұрын

Looks like a group of some great people with you there. You’re definitely right about life being short, and as a mid-lifer as well, appreciating every minute I can . Great video bud 🤙

@DirtLifestyle Жыл бұрын

Thanks brother 👊

@davidbarnes3970 Жыл бұрын

one of, if not the best vid you've ever done ! thanks man.

@DirtLifestyle Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@jakeclarke7052 Жыл бұрын

Throughout the video you apologize about nerding out.... WHY?!?! that is why I watch! Because I love learning from you nerding out. You are a wealth of information and experience and you are my idol. Keep up the great work Nate!

@Nolgore Жыл бұрын

This video was standout amongst your others, not to shame the others, this one was just THAT special.

@peterdiebel7372 Жыл бұрын

Awesome trip, wonderful outlook on our short reality of life. Thanks .I hope that a few thousand people took all u had to say to heart. Cheers from B.C. coast

@justanotherjeep Жыл бұрын

Awesome trip and great message at the end. These trips where you're challenged, and you have to pull together as a team are where lifetime friendships and memories are made. The rubicon is truly an amazing place, it's one of those things you don't understand until you experience it. Keep up the great work.

@DirtLifestyle Жыл бұрын

I completely agree 👍 this place is magic...

@Livin2relaxat55 Жыл бұрын

Best offroad video I've seen! The Rubicon is definitely on the bucket list!

@cbreced1 Жыл бұрын

Nice video and comments at the end. My wife and I were able to check the Rubicon off my bucket list last year. We're in our early 60's and along the lines of what you're saying at the end, we are now planning and making trips that we thought we'd do after retirement. But that's still a few years away and seems to be getting more distant with current situations. So we're doing them now. Cheers!

@johnfutch4770 Жыл бұрын

I was just talking about trailering my jeep from NC to California to do the Rubicon sometime within the next couple of years. After watching this video-- I want to go ASAP. Awesome Job!

@karmicforce01 Жыл бұрын

Ok, the plastic welding bit was outstanding. Nice job Nate and great ending words. As someone also in their middle years, the words hit home.

@norcoredneck Жыл бұрын

Awesome trip.

@josephridley7832 Жыл бұрын

Arron is the man! And a modest team player built in to his nature. Nice rigs all around. Very tricky and technical. Good job to all the crawlers navigating that!! Send more to watch please!! Thanks Nate!

@antoniomartin2229 Жыл бұрын

An AMAZING video of a BEAUTIFUL trail. What it revealed to me is that this is a young man’s activity with a budget BIG enough for an awesome build to tame an off-road adventure such as this. Your message at the end was GREAT but my truck is more for camping excursions than rock crawling and the fact that I’m 62 yrs. Old and I drive a Hummer H2 that’s 20 years old, which are both excuses but an awe-inspiring video just the same!!!

@josephscricco7151 Жыл бұрын

This video was nothing short of a movie. Definitely inspiring a trip to the Rubicon for me. Keep up the great work!

@jonjalbert1922 Жыл бұрын

Great job on the video. And what you said makes you think of what you want in life, thanks for taking us along with you on the ride.🤙🤟✌

@joemcgee2918 Жыл бұрын

That video was inspiring. Having recently turned 40, I have done alot of reflection similar to what you have. Seize the day.

@DirtLifestyle Жыл бұрын

Absolutely 🙌 We are about the same age... time to start do all the stuff we spent our 20s dreaming about.

@MoY206 Жыл бұрын

Electric gremlins are annoying but it still better than overlooked engineering/design. Great ending, life is short and hopefully one day I can do this epic trail.

@erikschutzman2402 Жыл бұрын

42 mins, that is a lot of content. Thank you Nate That stinks that the Tacoma is having issues like that. I want the Tacoma to be good to you. Thank you for sharing and being honest about the Tacoma's issues so far.

@DirtLifestyle Жыл бұрын

Thank you buddy 👊 I'm still hopeful that I can find the root cause of these issues

@ericnunn8856 Жыл бұрын

Enjoyed watching this/ best rubicon video bar nunn!!!

@DirtLifestyle Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@jackiejoe8930 Жыл бұрын

Love the ending, thanks for keeping it real.

@ajr5195 Жыл бұрын

It’s awesome that you decided to take the taco on this trip instead of the gladiator. Really putting the IFS through its paces!

@DirtLifestyle Жыл бұрын

I love this IFS system. It's amazing in every environment 🙌

@Brood_Master Жыл бұрын

I have to admit. Your closing statements got me a little teary eyed because I know exactly what you're talking about. I've been through that area hiking on the PCT many years ago as well as much of the high Sierras and Trinity Alps and more recently, the Cascades... The astonishing beauty of northern California and the Cascade range are some of the fondest memories of my life. At age 61 some of that hiking is getting a little tougher so I have been turning to off roading to be able to continue the adventuring that has brought me so much joy. Unfortunately, or maybe fortunately... You can't off road to many of the places that you can on foot. Keep up the good work making great videos that inspire the rest of us...

@JessDeeganIIPhD Жыл бұрын

I plan on taking a bit more time. Hopefully my Gladiator does well. Small group, less than eight. Multiday! Nice Video!

@MacsSpecialitiesMotorsports Жыл бұрын

What an iconic trail! Defiantly on every off-roaders bucket list!

@darrenobrien7667 Жыл бұрын

Don't apologize for talking numbers. As another builder / suspension nerd, I love to here it. I've always been fascinated by how there is no apparent "perfect" wheelbase or tire size. One obstacle the 110" wheelbase rig will absolutely idle up without any drama and the next its all f'd off and banging limiter followed by a stock tj on 33's idling through with open diffs laughing. It might be one of my favorite parts of wheeling. It seems like every setup has its place.

@rickwhitmire7933 Жыл бұрын

I’ve learned the trick to soup bowl is turning passenger/right. Feels wrong, but it’s correct. Nothing beats waking up on the trail, already in low!!! Glad to see you picking up the trash, The Rubicon thanks you!! I’m gunna remember the zip tie melting trick. 👍 Even though it didn’t work… Life is short, enjoy it while your here!!🤘🤙💯🏁

@whiskeydick5121 Жыл бұрын

Moses Lake here! Same issues with my lifted 3rd gen taco. Imo, your cruise issues could be the front sensor in the grill, your ABS sensors (or the wires for them), or less common, a wheel bearing (most likely on the rear). The most common problem being the abs sensor failure or the wiring for them. The wires are very thin and brittle, they break internally very easily when stretched. Pull the harness off each sensor and test for voltage with your truck in acc mode.

@whiskeydick5121 Жыл бұрын

My issue is the sensor in the grill. Lifted 7.5 inches in the front, 6 in the rear on 35's. My cruise sensor does not like the hight vs stock.

@alexs825 Жыл бұрын

If it’s the sensor you can add washers in the top screw holes to point it down. You have to guess and check but I’ve heard 1 thin washer is enough for 3” of sensor lift. Most people aren’t as high tho they usually have the sensor 4” higher not 6-8”

@mazevx2451 Жыл бұрын

So over here they realign or recalibrate the sensors if you lift or lower a vehicle and it's a necessity to get it registered to be highway legal again

@DirtLifestyle Жыл бұрын

It's definitely the sensor. I clear the code and after 300-400 miles it trips again. Then if I take a corner fast the traction control light flashes and trips if the crash avoidance light is on. If I solve the problem with the crash avoidance sensor it should solve the traction control system issues. The low oil pressure and high transmission temp problems can probably be solved with a doubler in front of the tcase. With lower tcase ratios I can keep the rpms up, locking the torque converter and keeping oil pressure up. Just a theory but this is how I plan on approaching these issues 👍. Maybe I can build the sensor into the bumper and re calibrate it or just move it lower in the grill 🤷‍♂️

@whiskeydick5121 Жыл бұрын

@@DirtLifestyle how are you clearing the codes?

@KenLyns Жыл бұрын

Make sure you don't have a vacuum leak. I had an intake coupler that would slip off climbing obstacles and cause the transmission overheat warning. New coupler and two new hose clamps later, no more nuisance warnings.

@jurelle Жыл бұрын

I've had this trail on my list for so long but this video makes me realize just the level of preparation mechanically, mentally and financially you need to have before tackling this trail with confidence. A regear, some slightly larger tires and maybe a little extra armor and my Tacoma should be ready within the next year and I'm going no matter what. Thanks for the amazing storytelling Nate!

@TrailExpedition Жыл бұрын

Saw you using the Skydio 2! I love mine and is my main drone for all my aerial footage. Great video!

@donb8608 Жыл бұрын

Great video Nate. I did the Rubicon a few years ago, 3 of us in 2 well built JKs. We ran the entire trail in one very long day. Maybe not the best way to do it, but it was our choice. We hit the trailhead very early and got to Tahoe very late. We are not campers so it was the way we wanted to do it. The only thing we bypassed was the soup bowl. Couple of thngs.....the good: Awesome trail, awesome views. A trail every off roader needs to do. The bad: The people on the trail. As I saw you do at least once, we picked up a LOT of trash. So much so that by Cadillac hill (you should have shown people the Cadillac off the trail) we no longer had room to haul any more. I have to say the people we ran into were not the friendliest people I have ever met. Its a different crowd than Moab or CO trails. We came across a Land Rover that was broken down. The guy was staying with the truck while his friends went to get parts. He was there 3 days already. But he knew if he left his truck, it would be stripped when he got back. We gave him food and water which he desperately needed. The worst episode was after Rubicon Springs we encountered 3 very old beat to hell pick up trucks. One was broke down on the trail. The 3 guys were drunk as shit and armed. We offered to help, which they refused. We then said we would just sneak past them, to which one of them, with a Glock proudly displayed in his waist band said "no, you will wait until we have this truck fixed and moved". Now there was plenty of room to go around, but they were drunk and probably high on meth. (that is meth country after all). It was an unfortunate experience but not all that rare on that trail. I read on Pirate that while we were there, a guy left his travel trailer at the trail head only to return days later and find several bullet holes in it. As he posted on line, how did they know if he was in it or not? That said, it is still a must do trail. Just go knowing that it attracts a rougher crowd than what you find in other wheeling areas. At least that is what we encountered. Could be we were just unlucky in that regard.

@OffRoadQC Жыл бұрын

Epic video, and big fan of Shaun here... having you all in the same adventure is priceless. ✌✌

@DirtLifestyle Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@whatcanihavethen Жыл бұрын

You are the hidden gem on KZfaq that I have been looking for Nate

@Jbzy3000 Жыл бұрын

Losing eyesight so I use my rc scaler to do what you guys do. Love it. Run them until the wheels implode. Run a he rigs for us with willing hearts and failing bodies.

@chopperchuck Жыл бұрын

that looked like a blast

@DirtLifestyle Жыл бұрын

It was smiles for all three days 🙌

@stephtraveler7378 Жыл бұрын

genius: zipties, bourbon, and jetboil. In so many words... great field repair.

@samuelhodge2034 Жыл бұрын

This has to be my favorite video of all time!! Great work

@DirtLifestyle Жыл бұрын

Wow! Thanks man!

@mejkkg Жыл бұрын

WOW!!! You deserve an award or something for this video. What an inspiration this is. An amazing mechanic, an amazing human. Thanks for this.

@lindamoser2532 Жыл бұрын

Love the trail. I have a YJ on 33s, what a challenge. My son Morgan and his buddy Brice have lifted JKU's. We went when there was snow in May, reverse direction half way. Did the whole thing end of June. Great times

@JonnyBgooD007 Жыл бұрын

Nate, I appreciate all the work you do, in order to put this well-crafted video.

@jeremywattsjr.8274 Жыл бұрын

At the beginning I thought "Damn this is long" but by the end I was thinking "Damn that was good. I should do the rubicon next weekend"

@DirtLifestyle Жыл бұрын

Awesome! I'm happy to hear it! Get out there!

@jasonjohnson4214 Жыл бұрын

Nate I had to watch this video again! Its just SO good!! Im so glad I got to experience the Rubicon with this group of amazing people!!

@terrytiemeyer9062 Жыл бұрын

Great job. Very true. None of us know how long we’ve got here. I started wheeling 4 years ago and have ran the Rubicon in a friends lj. Quite a ride. Thanks for all the work you do.

@iankovac1878 Жыл бұрын

22R/22RE is know to have oil pressure issues on angles for a longer period of time. Those you just get a higher pressure pump, but hopefully Toyota was not stupid about it with this one too.

@inderjohal2266 Жыл бұрын

This by far the best down to earth Rubicon Trail video - thank you Nate. I hope to check this trail off the list soon. Life is short enjoy it as much as you can 🙏🏽. Rigs & Trails 🤘🏽💯🇺🇸

@basshunter428 Жыл бұрын

Picturing some fuel system engineer at Chrysler giggling. Who tf designs a heavy offroad vehicle with a tinny piece of sheetmetal protecting a plastic filter on the bottom of the vehicle? Oh, that's right, it's a late model Jeep! Great vid!

@DirtLifestyle Жыл бұрын

Lol

@cocx88 Жыл бұрын

Awesome work nate, you're MacGyver trailside repair skills are unmatched and you've built one hell of a toyota.

@AdventureAwaits4u Жыл бұрын

Your words at the end really hit home and I hope everyone takes you up on your suggestion. I like to take my Dad on Epic Jeep trips and we leave for our last one in two weeks. His body can no longer take the pain of riding through trails like he used too. We make our final ride together in two weeks. Rubicon, Fordyce and Moab. Wish us luck.

@BuildSomethingAuto Жыл бұрын

I personally appreciate all the 4x4 nerding out. For one it goes to show that it's often horses for courses. I've never been a fan of brand loyalty and giving the technical consideration of each rig helps people understand why sometimes it isn't just "buy X brand it's better" but helps them understand why a particular rig is "better" in a particular circumstance, and even where to begin to start addressing the weaknesses in a rig and playing to its strengths. Besides, its just plain informative and helps me reflect on decisions I've made during my build 😂

@TheRightLine Жыл бұрын

Beautiful trail. I love the Rubicon. I was on the Rubicon at the start of Covid. All the jamborees were cancelled and it was like a virgin trail.

@DirtLifestyle Жыл бұрын

Sounds like a dream!

@santacruzoverlander Жыл бұрын

Great bonding experience, pardon the pun. Enjoyed another video. Thanks

@DirtLifestyle Жыл бұрын

Lol there was metaphorical and literal bonding 😄

@Tsizzle2 Жыл бұрын

Cool video. I'm not a Guru but I believe what you may need to do with the truck is find out if HPtuner is supporting the 2021 or 22 year and then I would pull your oil pan and modify the location of the oil pump pickup tube and maybe your pan if need be and you may want to add a slosh or baffle plate to help hold oil in the bottom of the pan. We do it with the LS/LT engine pans for custom fitting into classics. Depending on what HPT supports you can go in and turn off the codes and check eng lt and even remove the sensor if needed. With what you've done to the truck there's no dealer that'll touch it for warranty. There sticky that way (worked at some) ABS & traction is another issue. Toyota has programming in them for safety shifts vs rpm vs spd that mixes in the trans, abs and tcs programming......if you turn off your TC system it will still operate under certain conditions and engage abs under certain conditions. Toyota's way of thinking they accounted for your safety. I'm not aware of a way around it yet. Like your vid's. I'm just down the road from you in Redmond OR. I'm building a 66 Stout right now and we have a 4runner & Tundra that I've had the same problems with.

@MH-ih7rh Жыл бұрын

Good motor but not really made for off road. I believe the guy who made OVTUNE mentioned that oil pools in the valve covers and has trouble draining back, hence the smoking that people see. There was something in there also about a bad oil pan design as well with the oil pickup tube and it leading to starvation. I don't think that the Toyota engineers pictured the truck going "that off road".

@JW-cn6op Жыл бұрын

Did that trail in 2003 and 2004, it is awsome.We had a major break on the slabs soon as you leave Loon lake then the truck going back to the parking lot put a fan into the radiator on a hard drop.We spent the first day and night only about a mile in since the part for the first broke truck was in Sacramento. Rear carrier split in half in a dana 44 with a lock right and we replaced it with a Detroit out on the rock slabs.

@DirtLifestyle Жыл бұрын

That sounds like quite the adventure!

@billyt4th Жыл бұрын

Dude honeslty don't apologize for nerding out. Everyone here watching is either already a "nerd" about this or trying to become one

@armandcasanare2366 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for all your hard work and sharing your adventures.

@hansoor8719 Жыл бұрын

Wow, Haven't run the 'Con in probably 25yrs! I've run it 3 times in my Early Bronco, once with a trailer in tow. Broke a rear alloy shaft on two separate occasions.....yeah it's a pretty tough trail and pulling the third member at Spider lake was not fun! Plan on running it next spring/summer with my step son and his 3 linked front FJ80 axled 1st gen Tacoma and me in my '85 SB pickup. Should be fun! Tip: Bring spares for stuff you think you might break and you won't break, but leave them home and.......