Finally After 2 Years, Prickly Pear is Ready for Adventure!

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Finally time to put some finishing touches on the 1974 Jeep Cherokee. In this video I take some time and share with you the off-road gear, tools and equipment I'll be carrying with me on my adventures. Plus I show you how the interior upgrades wet, some mechanical items I got sorted and the all new custom Magnaflow exhaust that we installed.
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@grandeoverland6787 Жыл бұрын

Can't believe how excited I have been to see someone else have their Jeep ready for the trail! LOL This is such a cool build, glad you stuck with the build and made it happen.

@62chad76 Жыл бұрын

Jesus this exhaust guy is the real deal. He is awesome. He needs his own show

@bungieking9468 Жыл бұрын

Look up exhaustinglife…

@brandonruhl1639 Жыл бұрын

He’s been on just about every Overhaulin episode

@knightwing4 Жыл бұрын

That mess kit brought back some memories.

@carlosnsosa99 Жыл бұрын

I love rich he’s literally the exhaust guy he’s been on every single show I’ve ever watched dealing with cars so all the car guys know rich so he’s literally the EXHAUST GODFATHER!!!

@TrailRecon Жыл бұрын

LOL! He is a great guy!

@curtisnelson8405 Жыл бұрын

Love that green. Makes miss my 88 cherokee

@philfoote829 Жыл бұрын

You have a big impact in Australia Love your work

@OMGitsmercer Жыл бұрын

I've been waiting for this video! Coleman will still service old lanterns, probably stoves too. Their price is reasonable and the fact that they still support their old products is amazing.

@CJ-rk5eg Жыл бұрын

Love this vehicle and this was a great video too. With these old classics, we just need to know their limits and accept them.

@TrailRecon Жыл бұрын

Yes we do!

@lloydrage Жыл бұрын

Seeing some of these old school camping items brings back memories of camping with my parents when I was young. That’s great stuff. Thank you

@Systems_Scholar Жыл бұрын

Brad, All of your videos are interesting, educational, and entertaining…but this one is next level. The information and insight from Rich and the footage provided by Magnaflow made this episode amazing. I’ll definitely be rewatching this one. Thanks for your content, Jim

@TrailRecon Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! I'm grateful for Rich's expertise and Magnaflow letting me film the process. They're a great crew.

@Jeff-sh4kx Жыл бұрын

TruckTyles would be the perfect solution to tie down stuff in the back. Veteran owned company as well.

@johnjoseph911 Жыл бұрын

Brad she sounds fantastic and looks great in that colour. That’s now the next Jeep I want.

@guinnessmon1970 Жыл бұрын

I remember when Rich did every exhaust on Overhaulin.

@weschilton Жыл бұрын

That's ia a NICE exhaust, very clean and sounds great!

@rickysoffroadrecovery Жыл бұрын

That was a awesome video thank you so much Brad.. I'm keeping my Cherokee XJ I have rebuilt front and rear axle and rebuilt transfercase The old vehicles are worth hanging onto. ❤❤❤ Cherokee Nation

@TrailRecon Жыл бұрын

They're a lot of work, but definitely worth hanging on to.

@smokeylovesfire1589 Жыл бұрын

We had a 73 Jeep Waggoner with Quadra-Trac and a low range box with a warn 8000 winch out front. This brought a lot of memories!we actually installed a divider behind the back sear. Kind of what we have now for pets. Fast stops, etc and the gear in back becomes dangerous for the back of your head.

@philipjones3793 Жыл бұрын

That is the sickest Jeep from old that I've seen in a long time. I did however fix up a 1975 CJ5 that was the same color. I Love It. And you did exceptional work for not doing it for a living. I've been restoring for 35 years now, but you've done well... excellent video work too.

@ZaneGray19 Жыл бұрын

The vintage gear is so cool! I love the kitchen. Can’t believe it’s been 2 years with this!

@TrailRecon Жыл бұрын

Thank you! And yeah...crazy how time flies!

@toddhoffmaster6057 Жыл бұрын

Love the old school Jeep and having a modern technology exhaust will help it to run better than when new.

@explrmore4078 Жыл бұрын

It's quickly becoming my favorite Jeep of your's.

@stevetabor4447 Жыл бұрын

Wow congratulations how exciting loving the old vintage gear adds a sweet touch 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

@henrybecker9708 Жыл бұрын

Good Job Jerry? He built my Jeep love it.

@coltin4803 Жыл бұрын

Congrats on Prickly 🍐 I know how frustrating/exhausting it can be to have gremlins in your pride and joy, and your patience is rewarded with an amazing rig. Side note: Your positivity and passion are intoxicating in the best way. Thank you for making amazing content.

@sirthrival4601 Жыл бұрын

In Royal Rangers we were taught the value of a first aid kit, I always carry one in my vehicle for when there is trouble and I may need to help someone. The first time I had to really use it, I was the one that needed it. My jeep was in a serious accident, my 20 year old airbags didn't deploy, and my seatbelt didn't work. I relaxed before the impact - I knew to do that. Last thing I remember thinking - just relax, there is nothing else left to do, don't tense up that makes it worse (broken elbows, shoulders, etc) just let the seatbelt catch you. Next thing I know I rag dolled off the steering wheel, and cut my forehead open. I turned the car off, checked myself over, I knew I was in shock because I was very aware, and felt no pain. I got out of the car grabbing first aid kit and got to safety. I opened my kit and had no idea what I was looking at. I didn't know a bandaid from a pair of scissors. Fortunately some person stopped and helped me find some gauze. I never thought I needed it for myself. A few moments later the police arrived. The police officer was amazed that I had a First Aid kit, she exclaimed: "No one ever has a First-Aid kit!" - moral of the story - don't neglect your seatbelts, don't trust 20 year old xj airbags, and always carry a First-Aid kit!

@thomaswinnen4365 Жыл бұрын

🙋🏻‍♂️ outpost #1 here

@TrailRecon Жыл бұрын

Wow! Glad things turned out alright for you!

@carlosnsosa99 Жыл бұрын

Love to see you out and about with your project

@paulchristiansen7014 Жыл бұрын

love old cars,trucks and any 4×4s.. that's a unique setup there..

@felicelgato59 Жыл бұрын

You are my favorite entertainment channel, Hollywood could learn a few things about entertainment from you

@TrailRecon Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! I'm not sure I'm that good, but appreciate you saying so!

@bwofficial1776 Жыл бұрын

I regret that I have only one thumbs-up to give. Love me some FSJs and vintage Jeeps. They're annoying to deal with at times but when they're right, they're so much fun. I like the vintage gear too. I've never seen the folding kitchen before. The exhaust sounds good without being loud. One nice thing about AMC being so small is that they used everyone else's parts. That's a GM alternator and is cheap and easy to upgrade. Old cars were barely adequate to run the lights and the heater at the same time.

@TrailRecon Жыл бұрын

Thank you! There's a reason I named this project "Prickly Pear!" 😂 I'm excited to finally be at the point where I can take her out on a trail.

@dianebalinski3390 Жыл бұрын

That vehicle really suits you. Love that you got vintage gear for it. The camp kitchen you were gifted by your followers is incredible. The whole setup is very cool! May you enjoy awesome adventures in the Prickly Pear for many years to come. ❤

@skumancer Жыл бұрын

That explanation about exhaust systems was excellent!!

@57WillysCJ Жыл бұрын

Looks really good. I like the old gear addition. I remember those added gas tanks. They were so you didn't have to carry gas cans. 35 years ago, many small towns didn't sell gas after 5 PM and none on Sunday.

@Electric_Overland Жыл бұрын

Yes Marco!!! Love when you guys get together

@Deven210 Жыл бұрын

Brad this is by far my favorite project ever! If you ever get rid of this I will be so upset! Lol

@deuteronomy30 Жыл бұрын

Beautiful Jeep! You deserve a big pat on the back for all the work you put into it.

@TrailRecon Жыл бұрын

I appreciate that!

@explore_off_road Жыл бұрын

I LOVE that camp kitchen. It's okay (for me) that it's bulky ... it's just downright cool.

@TrailRecon Жыл бұрын

Definitely one of the coolest pieces of gear I've got!

@thyslop1737 Жыл бұрын

The Cherokee looks AWESOME.

@ThePtwiddy Жыл бұрын

I stand to salute you for your service MASTER CHIEF.🏴‍☠

@RichGurska Жыл бұрын

I love that Coleman kitchen. I have one of my own that I picked up at a flea market for $35.... Best piece of overboard camping gear I ever owned.

@TrailRecon Жыл бұрын

Definitely one of the coolest pieces of gear I've got!

@andysolorzano4126 Жыл бұрын

Love the new rumble of Prickly Pear. The Cherokee is lookin' great Brad. Hope to cross paths out on the trail. 😉✌

@TrailRecon Жыл бұрын

She does sound good!

@Dakar.Roamer Жыл бұрын

Big Magnaflow fan and that new exhaust sounds superb. 🙌🏼

@Lcg503 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for this video. Have been waiting patiently for Prickly Pair to get some serious TLC. Especially enjoyed MF discussing what a Catalytic Converter does. Very Interesting. ❤❤❤

@TrailRecon Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it! Rich is super knowledgeable and a great guy.

@officialmallcrawler Жыл бұрын

Man i remember watching the video of you purchasing this rig and now qfter what seems to be hundreds of years it's finally ready for its maiden voyage. 🤙🏼

@LivingOnCash Жыл бұрын

Looking good! As a fire fighter and EMT, glad to see you running an extinguisher and 1st aid kit. You have to make a couple changes to the Jeep though. A black license plate and a three spoke with metal flake green rim steering wheel! 😄

@brunnie Жыл бұрын

Love how it looks and sounds. You've put in a lot of time and some money into getting this on the road, and I can't wait to see the videos with it. Thanks, and until next time... Travel safe.

@jedisid Жыл бұрын

Always great seeing someone enjoy their project!

@vinuezaer Жыл бұрын

So satisfying. Even from a distance. Nice job. I would for sure painted the seat bases.

@cpthillbilly Жыл бұрын

That Magnaflow tech was the most generous tech I've ever heard as he discussed the previous exhaust builder's handy-work. He really gave the guy some props for what looked to be a real jack-wagon of a system.

@jeffquick7917 Жыл бұрын

Great to see a classic back on the road and being enjoyed! My parents still have one of those old green Coleman coolers! Definitely gonna give the Magnaflow a look into for my JK, I have a Borla on there now that I’m so-so about.

@1gx619 Жыл бұрын

Looking and sounding AWESOME!

@drexotic Жыл бұрын

Woo hoo! Looks and sounds GREAT!

@TrailRecon Жыл бұрын

Thank you! I'm pretty happy with how she turned out.

@WayawayAdventures Жыл бұрын

That Coleman Camp Table / game table is so, so cool!!

@91Bronco Жыл бұрын

Dude that old coleman camp kitchen is so friggin cool! Man what a cool piece. I would of not done the cat. I love the smell of an old vehicle.

@taurota1554 Жыл бұрын

Awesome as always.Thanks for sharing and taking us along

@prorallyfreak Жыл бұрын

I can't wait to see the old girl on the trails! Love that exhaust note!

@TrailRecon Жыл бұрын

You and me both!

@prorallyfreak Жыл бұрын

@TrailRecon I have always enjoyed your videos! Your early videos are what motivated me to get into overlanding, and building my 1995 Cherokee XJ. I've been at it for over 2 years now and love every bit of it!

@craiglowary Жыл бұрын

Love your collaborations with Magnaflow!

@erichughes9098 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the video Brett love to see your old rig come back to life 😎👍

@bustedback Жыл бұрын

I have a vintage Coleman steel belted ice chest that matches the color of Prickly Pear perfectly. I even have the matching water jug. The ice chest actually works better than a modern ice chest!

@user-nm4sz8xy1d Жыл бұрын

Great progress on ‘Ole Prickly Pear!👍

@johnnyrocker73 Жыл бұрын

Great job on the interior! Love all the vintage gear you’ve added.

@MichaelBoumanPegasus4x4 Жыл бұрын

I cheered at the Coleman camp kitchen! Waaay back in 2013 I was a volunteer at Overland Expo, and I was using my parents' old coleman camp kitchen (same model). My friends who I shared a campsite with coined the nickname "The Plastic Chef" because of it. I also generally eat pretty well at camp and I always had coffee on in the morning that I would share.

@TrailRecon Жыл бұрын

That's awesome that you have your parents old camp kitchen! It's a family heirloom.

@MichaelBoumanPegasus4x4 Жыл бұрын

@@TrailRecon Indeed! Most of it's outings are with me now, as my parents moved to motorhome life. Their motorhome is actually our classic (constant project) rig, a 1978 Travco 320, with the Dodge 440 that really likes to eat ignition modules and coils.

@vegpwrshlominator1873 Жыл бұрын

Always enjoy your videos but this one really stood out. I love the classic jeep build and the retro them you have going on.

@jaggsjunction Жыл бұрын

Looks and sound great

@BaconCruiser Жыл бұрын

She was always ready!

@kennethvalerio1294 Жыл бұрын

Great job redoing this beauty

@rbdworks4342 Жыл бұрын

That sound, perfect! Love the vintage look you got going.

@traeberkeley3902 Жыл бұрын

Looks Great! Sounds even better! I'm looking forward to all the trail videos with Project Prickly Pear! We'll done Brad!

@TrailRecon Жыл бұрын

Thank you! I can't wait to hit the trail!

@nativetexson Жыл бұрын

Congrats! I look forward seeing it on the trail.

@andymckane7271 Жыл бұрын

That 392 has upped your senses when it comes to having your exhaust system tuned! Another first-rate video. Wonderful work on your Cherokee!

@cotaomar1662 Жыл бұрын

I have been looking forward to this update ! 💪🏿

@andrewroca6044 Жыл бұрын

Hi Brad I like the way you introduce improvement on your reborn jeep, its educational me too is a jeep lover. Que Tingas Un Buen Dia.

@ezekielmoorejr3145 Жыл бұрын

Its looking and sounds great, I've always liked that body style and as a fan of Oliver tractors I like the green and white.

@peterhoma6385 Жыл бұрын

I’m a Toyota guy actually own a 2021 Tacoma off road 4x4 not a fan of the new jeeps as I have owned a few , but those older Jeeps have a special place in my heart just love them ! Good work …..

@TrailRecon Жыл бұрын

They're hard not to love!

@johnfasheh6842 Жыл бұрын

You should’ve named the episode “Fifty Shades of Green”. Trucks looking good! Always wanted one of these!

@TrailRecon Жыл бұрын

LOL!

@ATLOffroad Жыл бұрын

My Grand Wagoneer is in desperate need for a new exhaust system. You have inspired me to get that done now. Hopefully, I can find a great shop like you have found.

@KlausVillaca Жыл бұрын

Great work with the Prickly Pear, it looks incredible and the new muffler system, that’s awesome by itself, delivers an incredible sound.

@EngiTrek Жыл бұрын

Excited to see the adventure with Marco and Josh!

@terrydahms3650 Жыл бұрын

So great to see how this came together and what a cool vintage Jeep! Cheers!

@Round2Dad Жыл бұрын

Man that thing is beautiful. I’m jealous.

@MichaelSmith-kr9qw Жыл бұрын

I bet the Cherokee definitely runs better now that it can actually breathe. Dual Exhaust though more aesthetically pleasing doesn't necessarily equate to having more flow either. The Cherokee sounds amazing and has a much more modern sound now compared to that old fabracobbled exhaust system.

@jamesscanachi446 Жыл бұрын

Great video. I’m impressed with your progress, as well as your vision for this vehicle. Looking forward to the next video.

@TheOffroadCamper Жыл бұрын

Congratulations on completing the stage of your build. I’m still looking at a classic Cherokee or Wagoneer as my next tow vehicle I wanna be able to work on it myself but we’ll see how things go; there still a lot of life left in Grand Cherokee WK2.

@royfreitas7583 Жыл бұрын

Looks and sounds great!

@mjo326 8 ай бұрын

Superb job on the interior!

@elliotttampa Жыл бұрын

All of these 'time pieces' are ones that I grew up with when we went camping from VT to Freeport ME with my father. Crazy what is old is new again ... and in fashion! Great video. Excited to see the results of your hard work, not to mention the future plans.

@jeffwelsh1185 Жыл бұрын

Hey Brad, The Cherokee is coming along nicely. The exhaust sounds good and looks really clean. On the subject of your search for vintage period correct Coleman camping gear, I have a friend who goes to every estate sale he can find and has come up with stoves, single and double mantel lanterns, coolers, water jugs, and the old Coleman catalyst heaters. Every bit of it has been brand new, purchased and never used and all still in the original boxes and from the 40’s,50’s,60’s, and 70’s. He has come up with this gear really inexpensively. Like he found a red 1 mantle lantern for 5 bucks with the case, model 413 and 425 stoves for 10 to 20 bucks. I have an old 3 burner stove and one of the fold up ovens you use on the stove and they go on every trip I take. The key like I said is estate sales. Always enjoy your videos and adventures. Let the Mrs. know I’m still standing by for her to break out the cast iron Dutch oven on a trip to cook the meal in. Be safe, and keep up the videos. Semper Fi Doc

@TrailRecon Жыл бұрын

Thank you! Estate sales are a good idea and something I've never thought about.

@InGratitudeIam Жыл бұрын

This project definitely made me smile and brought back some very fond memories. Thanks, Brad!

@TrailRecon Жыл бұрын

Got to love the nostalgia of it all!

@davewhanger6722 Жыл бұрын

Sounds great!

@ganjacats Жыл бұрын

I always learn something new watching your videos. Can’t wait until my wife and I get our Jeep and get out on the road. Great upload as always, thank you

@Playmudd4by4 Жыл бұрын

Thank you. You just motivated to finish my project 😊

@TrailRecon Жыл бұрын

Awesome! Hope you finish soon!

@tkendr01 Жыл бұрын

When you decide to learn welding I recommend the Miller Millermatic 211 MIG Welder as your machine. The MIG process is easier to learn and more productive than SMAW or TIG.

@MrScabot Жыл бұрын

Love the channel, love the jeep❤

@TheDisBeat Жыл бұрын

Wow I remember when you picked it up! Congrats!

@texasrubicon3241 Жыл бұрын

Love this project! One thing I’d have done with the headliner off- would have used rust oleum truck liner instead of rust stop. That will inherently encapsulate the rust, but also add more insulation, for both noise and heat.

@EigerSummitOffroad Жыл бұрын

I couldn't stop smiling in this video from start to finish. Love seeing you get that old girl back in shape!

@geraldkarl642 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing, good stuff

@kennethvalerio1294 Жыл бұрын

Sounds awesome

@derekjarman1638 Жыл бұрын

Looks and sounds good!!

@DWRECKED91 Жыл бұрын

The period correct camping gear is an awesome touch. Well done, and looking forward to it's maiden voyage.

@thomaswinnen4365 Жыл бұрын

Man! She sounds beautiful... Now ya need to get a vintage teardrop trailer to pair with her

@TrailRecon Жыл бұрын

Thanks! That would be pretty cool.

@backwoodstherapy Жыл бұрын

Love the vintage gear to match the jeep. I use my grandfather's old vintage tackle box when I go fishing - he passed before I was born, and I turn 37 tomorrow, so it's 40 years old or older. Took it to Florida this year and did a little fishing with it. I hope he'd be happy to know I'm still getting use out of it all these years later.

@TrailRecon Жыл бұрын

That's pretty cool that you have his tackle box!

@backwoodstherapy Жыл бұрын

@@TrailRecon couple of rods and tackle, too! Love taking a trail down to the water and getting away from it all. Brings a smile to my face to be using 40+ year old equipment in a modern JL.