How Did This Happen?! DISASTER STRIKES One Of Fab Rat's Own!

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Жыл бұрын

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@DustyEmma Жыл бұрын

Says something big, that a ‘rat comes home from a wreck, and immediately gets a hug from Mom…. THIS is the love upon which the family is built…. And why I keep watching… You guys rock ❤

@randallsmerna384 Жыл бұрын

That's his mom!

@TheDeanGullberry Жыл бұрын

I agree wholeheartedly!

@WarrantGusto Жыл бұрын

Jeeps can be rebuilt, but friends and family can't. Thankful everyone is okay and looking forward to watching Ben make a rig of his own!

@larryehrlich57 Жыл бұрын

Everyone needs to keep fact in mind when on the American highways. More than 100 people are killed on the American highways each and every day of the year...more than 100!!!

@archieletsyouknow5508 Жыл бұрын

💯 I agree, 💩 happens everyday. People don't realize we're all dying. The question is how when and where..

@carfreakbowen5113 Жыл бұрын

Ben can drive

@randytravis3998 Жыл бұрын

@@archieletsyouknow5508 I have seen a few tailgates like that but they did not have the safety pin in the latch and another one I think they used the 2 inch ball and not the 2 5/16 ball ,, maybe Ben's ball hitch could be worn down under size or out of round ??

@archieletsyouknow5508 Жыл бұрын

@@randytravis3998 💯🤔 I say worn hitch. Happened to me on my little trailer and I don't even haul as much as they do. Cheap material nowadays everything's a disposable lighter👊🏼

@artyseibert Жыл бұрын

Ben - I’m glad that you survived that incident. The look on Grandma Lollie’s face… she sure loves her kids so much & she was very upset. It was a sweet moment; and I appreciate that you included it in this episode.

@randallsmerna384 Жыл бұрын

Ben, I'm sorry that happened but there's nobody I have more confidence in than Fab Rats to make it right.

@christiancampbell8704 Жыл бұрын

@norcoredneck Жыл бұрын

The love mom has for her favorite son comes through as sh is standing next to Ben’s truck as he drives it into the yard really shows. Glad no one got hurt.

@n6nvr Жыл бұрын

Well that and the, "Darn, I thought I was done with that kind of thing with the sons." look

@jimsiler8111 Жыл бұрын

Sorry for your loss Ben. But as far as the beeper goes if you can get close to Matt and drop it off in the back of his car I think that would absolutely drive Matt crazy

@carolperry7695 Жыл бұрын

he would go on vacation 🤣until Trevor found it

@randallsmerna384 Жыл бұрын

Brilliant!

@mikek5298 Жыл бұрын

“Sorry for your loss”😂😂😂 What do you plan to say when one of his family members dies?

@edchenal821 Жыл бұрын

Sorry about Ben's misfortune and I'm glad he survived it. When the dust settles, the boys need to determine what failed and share it with us so we all can avoid catastrophes. Thank you.

@CountryAndClassics Жыл бұрын

The FJ40's came with a heater in the back from the factory. Yours looks like it will be better than they were. Glad that Ben is OK.

@ksapuriada Жыл бұрын

Man that sucks Ben, I’m glad you’re okay. But your attitude is genuinely inspiring! Thanks for being such a great guy and addition to this channel. Cheers!

@MrFozzie52 Жыл бұрын

Lucky it didn't swerve into oncoming traffic

@TrevorDennis100 Жыл бұрын

Their poor mum was having trouble keeping it together, bless her heart. She's tough as they come, but when of your boys and your favourite grandson (was he in the truck?) come that close to serious injury, any mum is going be damp around her eyes. So glad it was just stuff and not people that were all chewed up, but you did a pretty good job of it Ben. Can you really rebuild that Jeep?

@jake7607 Жыл бұрын

Sorry Ben, that sucks. Glad you’re ok and have the ability to fix things.

@SelfSM1987 Жыл бұрын

I am in the twin cities, MN and was out grocery shopping yesterday and saw someone with a fab rats hat and thought it was pretty cool to see more fans out in the world.

@jamesstone7689 Жыл бұрын

Good to see Ben 's sense of humor intact.... as well as the rest of him. It just give you guys another project we all get to watch

@trail-wolf4x4 Жыл бұрын

Happy to see you alright brother! We love our rides but at the end you can always replace it, can't replace a family member

@5MillCity Жыл бұрын

If you pulled on the ball and said, “It ain’t going nowhere,” you wouldn’t have had this problem. Really, though, glad you’re okay!

@MikeOrkid Жыл бұрын

That's the way to deal with personal disaster. Make the best of it. No freaking out, yelling, screaming. Just being thankful no one was hurt or killed. Things can be repaired or replaced.

@rc7178 Жыл бұрын

Ben has such a good attitude. I’m not sure I would be so positive after wrecking my rig like that. Ben is the man!!

@Patrick.Weightman Жыл бұрын

Seriously. Dude's just like "oopsies"

@richardthomas1743 Жыл бұрын

Damn , Ben is very lucky that it did not take your pickup with it when it went over!

@walkerfablab Жыл бұрын

If you guys need anything we are here for y’all! Just shoot us a message and we will help! Glad everyone is okay and safe! Love you all and let us know! Always wanna help rebuild!

@dragnfli520 Жыл бұрын

Really enjoy your brotherly pranks... & Hats off tho Michelle, who cranks out this FabRats channel! 👨‍🔧😎🎉🌮

@MikeBaxterABC Жыл бұрын

5:50 VERY good point!! ... And so awesome everyone can be lighthearted about the bent up, wrecked trailer, and jeep, and truck tailgate! "Stuff" can always be replaced! PLUS it makes it a bit easier knowing you have the tools and knowhow to fix literally anything on a vehicle or trailer :) ... Sorry to see the stuff wrecked but happy no one got hurt! :)

@arqueros66441 Жыл бұрын

Glad to see Ben is OK. Having a strong and loving family and friends close makes all the difference. Can’t wait to see what y’all do with that rig.

@aliceevans3357 Жыл бұрын

Oh Ben! I'm so glad you're safe. I know Grandma Lollie was scared just looking at that. You boys are the reason her hair is gray, lol I am thankful, that could have been so much worse. We just couldn't have replaced Ben. I mean it when I say stay safe and GOD bless!

@J_Alrighty Жыл бұрын

Man I'm so happy you're ok Ben. This could have been so much worse. I hope your rebuild is a great experience and a great result

@darrelltaylor5111 10 ай бұрын

Hats off to guys for being good guys.and playing out side the box

@ki6lag Жыл бұрын

Ben has a great attitude!! Even in the midst of trials and disappointment, he has a smile!!! Keep it up you guys!!

@kevinwalters7615 Жыл бұрын

LOL he had plenty of time for crying before the cameras got turned on

@breezymeyers7184 Жыл бұрын

Scary!😦 it could have been way worse. Glad you are okay Ben!

@Brirend Жыл бұрын

Glad Ben's okay. The ol' "Annoying PCB", one of the great classic gag props. You can literally drive someone crazy with one of those.

@violinmiata Жыл бұрын

Legend has it that all of Ben’s 10mm sized tools are still on the side of the road

@TheFalcro1234 Жыл бұрын

I am glad that Ben is ok. I miss rock crawling I sort of live crawling vicariously through you You and the rest of the various crews. Matt's Off Road, Bleepin Jeep, R.A.D etc. I hope to come and visit your store and shop this coming summer. Thanks for your quality content and work to make entertainment and education for us all

@gregoryfranklin5108 Жыл бұрын

I am very happy that nobody got hurt during that highway mishap. I love the chirpy thingy . You all be safe and have fun fun fun !

@jasonkeith674 Жыл бұрын

Glad you are alight! On a side thought, I want to say Grandma is awesome. I love when she just shows up. I’m also pretty sure I recently saw her give Hunter the bird and say he’s #1 LOL. I love it

@coyote3e217 Жыл бұрын

Thankful that Ben is ok. He’s the best part of the channel! Material things can always be rebuilt and replaced. You guys will have Ben an updated rebuilt jeep in no time. America🇺🇸

@donaldfrazier5244 Жыл бұрын

The best part is nobody got hurt and that’s what really matters blessed you are!

@Sheepdog70 Жыл бұрын

I'm so glad that Ben is okay and that no one was hurt. I also really like watching brothers get along and working together! You guys rock! Thanks for the great intertainment!

@craighull6910 Жыл бұрын

So glad Ben's disaster wasn't injury involved. Trailer towing can be real scary sometimes. Sorry about your jeep. But on the flip side I see a new Ben build coming up.

@joesephhitteman591 Жыл бұрын

Happy to see your smiling face Ben , the ride can be fixed , brothers can't be replaced !

@bernardcrane750 Жыл бұрын

It's nice of Ben to provide future content for your channel with his Jeep.

@stupidass3791 Жыл бұрын

Nice! All the thoughts and prayers comments are killing me. Drama gets views!

@freeidaho-videos Жыл бұрын

Off-road people are about the only ones that look at a bad break or bad wreck as a chance to build something better. I sure am glad Ben is okay. That must have been a wicked wreck. Don't bitch about bad luck, you guys are living an amazing life and have great family around you to do it.

@mclarenscca Жыл бұрын

Glad Ben is okay! Sucks too see this kind of thing happening, but it could've been much worse!

@reneescouch9035 Жыл бұрын

Dangit man! Y'all need to make a series building Ben's keep. That way he can be back wheeling in no time. That is a huge bummer but Ben has a great attitude about it. He has made this channel even better! So help the guy get back on the road!

@randallsmerna384 Жыл бұрын

Ben has definitely made this channel even better!

@opieclairmonte1140 Жыл бұрын

glad to see hes moving around after a wreck like that sending prayers and good vibes

@Bobbywolf64 Жыл бұрын

He was in the tow rig. He says so in the video. The jeep was on the trailer which disconnected and rolled. Thats why he is fine.

@scubasteve7946 Жыл бұрын

I think what they mean, is in that situation, the trailer could have easily pulled the pickup right off the road and flipped it also. Which is why I prefer to always have a rollbar in the pickup, also. Not saying this was the case here, but sometimes guys put a 2" ball into a 2-5/16" coupler which will separate. I don't think he did that here, but possibly the coupler was bent internally or out of adjustment or something that just let it be just loose enough to slide up and off?

@Bobbywolf64 Жыл бұрын

@@scubasteve7946 All valid points for sure.

@scubasteve7946 Жыл бұрын

@@Bobbywolf64 oh man, our neighbor literally did this same thing by our driveway about a month ago. Luckily the trailer didn't flip, but he was sure embarrassed 😳

@gussyshield2456 Жыл бұрын

Crikey Ben, that looked terrifying. I love the way you two just take disasters in your stride.

@nickframe6743 Жыл бұрын

Poor Ben, it broke my heart seeing his Jeep all twisted up like that, but it’ll give us another build to watch. Bigger, better, badder!

@m_i_s_t_a_h__j_ Жыл бұрын

Glad you're OK, Ben, and that nobody else was hurt.

@MechanicalDifficulty Жыл бұрын

😮 Glad everyone is safe. A friends new trailer had a cast piece in the trailer’s hitch. The manufacturer had bought all or made all couplers to 2 5/16 hitche standard and had installed a simple (permanent) cast insert to make their lighter car haulers 2” ball compatible (trailer stamped 2"). Luckily this one that failed fractured - broke and fell out as I was hooking up. It looks like Ben’s triple ball hitch is in 2” mode.

@lorifive Жыл бұрын

Great point !

@lloydprunier4415 Жыл бұрын

Wow! Glad that it's only vehicles that got damaged! Crazy bad things happen when trailers come loose. A few years ago, someone was killed by a large BBQ pit coming loose.

@demmertp Жыл бұрын

Wowzer Ben! You are your own demolition derby! Just glad you were not injured. Stay safe there man.

@TheSlywright Жыл бұрын

Glad Ben is ok. Trailer wrecks are so scary. A while back, I had a 16ft flatbed start swaying on the interstate, it put me into a concrete wall and flipped my truck.

@randallsmerna384 Жыл бұрын

Yikes! Did you have trailer brakes?

@TheSlywright Жыл бұрын

@@randallsmerna384 I did, but at the time I didn't know about trailer braking or tongue weight. Got a hard fast lesson.

@michaelmcclure8673 Жыл бұрын

Glad Ben is ok. Those things can happen, I'd check my trailer ball for wear. And the trailer coupler also. Now we need a gofund me to help replace the jeepy. 🤔 😉

@davidshettlesworth1442 Жыл бұрын

Glad to see that no one died in that accident. I saw this happen to a Jeep Wrangler on the interstate in a rain storm. It seems to be Jeeps with good articulation of the suspension. There is a God that takes care of fools and small children. He is still taking care of me today at age 72. Carry On.

@johnm-grumpygrampa2651 Жыл бұрын

Ben is honing his talents of subtle pranking! only 1 tiny digital cricket - that'll learn Paul for trying to incinerate his brother!! since returning from Ben's accident, he seems so positive and he's looking towards rebuilding & repairing damaged Jeep & hauler trailer! he's such a trooper! maybe his tinted Elvis "Safety glasses" did minimize damage to him??!! enjoyable rock crawling & sand dune sprinting to close off the video, ....nice.

@JamesBrown-hv1xu Жыл бұрын

I glad Ben's ok, it's funny when Moms playing around on camera Ben does it 3 seconds later. Ben should build a Yota also. Because Pauls is so bad ass. How's Randall? Please stay safe!

@jonathanz4987 Жыл бұрын

Goes to show that accidents can truly happen to anyone, even the most experienced people aren't immune.

@cephurs Жыл бұрын

Glad you're okay, Ben! Sorry about the trailer and jeep. Need a t-shirt to help fund that re-build! Let's go, @Fab Rats!!!

@j.w.3345 Жыл бұрын

Glad Ben is OK. Really lucky the truck didn’t flip. I hid a bell under my brother’s truck. Drove him nuts for about 2 months. 🤣

@alanm.4298 Жыл бұрын

Wow, Ben, glad everyone is okay. As bad as it seems, that could have been a lot worse!

@rev.geraldtew37 Жыл бұрын

So thankful Ben is okay! Brother's & Sister's, God is sooooo good! Amen

@kmrbsc Жыл бұрын

Thankful that you are unscathed Ben. You know we all drive down the road, pulling trailers and not - sometimes bad stuff happens. Glad that it was just mechanical damages.

@tommydanger2564 Жыл бұрын

‘I had my safety glasses on!!…..” 😂😂 Glad you’re ok!

@bobcarry4820 Жыл бұрын

Glad to see Ben is alive and well. Take care and thanks for sharing.

@iFNhU Жыл бұрын

Glad everyone is okay.

@RSB1726 Жыл бұрын

So glad Ben wasn’t injured. Sorry for the jeep. I’ve heard of several people who’s hitch came loose and still hitched. I’ve never had it happen to me but that’s one reason I went to a gooseneck. I did change to bulldog hitches before gooseneck’s. Again thanks Michelle for the great video.

@harveystephens6115 Жыл бұрын

Ben sorry for your loss. TYJ you were not hurt. Bigger better jeep is in your future!

@ScathArachAK Жыл бұрын

Glad Ben is OK. Excited to see the rig you guys build for him

@willsmitherman688 Жыл бұрын

Glad the trailer mishap wasn't worse! So thankful Ben is OK and only material stuff was damaged. Excited to see what Ben finds and decides to build. Also I thought the rule of thumb for a small block Chevy was if it leaks oil it still has some in it. When it stops it's time to add 6 quarts. Thank you for taking us wheeling along with you!

@deltavee2 Жыл бұрын

That rule of thumb was started by Harley-Davidson back in the early 1900s

@Katter715 Жыл бұрын

Ben has got a great out look on everything!!,good job Ben!!

@milomiller909 Жыл бұрын

Great job guys on the repairs. God bless you all.

@danfarnsworth8349 Жыл бұрын

Ben is so chill, he wads his Jeep and trailer up on the way to Trail Hero and it’s just like no biggie. He still has a smile on his face, so glad he is ok👍😎

@masterbates7016 Жыл бұрын

He was on his way to Paul's to prep the jeep for trail hero

@Beaumcwhorter281 Жыл бұрын

Awh! His mama sure loves him. Glad you’re okay Ben, like everyone has said vehicles and trailers are replaceable, you aren’t brotha! Can’t wait to see the build

@NoahFroio Жыл бұрын

Dang, sorry to hear about the Jeep, Ben!! So glad that you are okay and can just rebuild a Jeep and not yourself. Must have been a wild ride. Grandma Lolly looked so upset, broke my heart, but, I know deep down, she is also very grateful. Stay safe Cox family.

@jethro83100 Жыл бұрын

Michelle, this comment is for you specifically. I really love the channel, the content, the family and the cleanliness of it. You keep the videos under 30 minutes which is very important to me. I have no idea the amount of time you spend editing but THANK-YOU! I'm not looking for anything free, lol. One more thing, how about a way to send pictures in to show everywhere the FabRats shirt is worn, vacations, restaurants, church? Again, thanks

@michaelm.1947 Жыл бұрын

They have an Instagram account, so it wouldn't be hard for them to showcase pics there.

@rstare1798 Жыл бұрын

I did that for a bit with my business. I gave out shirts and told people to show me where it got worn. One guy went on a trip to Germany and snapped a pic wearing a shirt. It was fun doing it.

@Ryan_Tidwell Жыл бұрын

That FJ is one heck of a rig. I hope you guys can build Ben something almost as good. Can't be out doing Paul...lol. Suggestion: Put something in the shop and allot the proceeds to Ben's new ride. Love to help him get a new rig goin.

@brenbarnes136 Жыл бұрын

Aww poor Ben, I'm glad you didn't get hurt though. You better give your momma an extra big cuddle, she was upset 🥺❤

@billsrq1788 Жыл бұрын

Morning all from Siesta Key Florida

@steelmill888 Жыл бұрын

Quartz sand with a beautiful location I'm not mad I'm jealous 😄

@dv7548 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for showing me how is like in part of the world and all the fun to be had. Do it while you're young I say. Gosh landscape is real nice. Enjoy

@ZanderEast Жыл бұрын

Ben, we’re just happy you’re ok. And now we get to see the new build.

@TheFinn24 Жыл бұрын

Glad you are ok Ben very crazy situation can’t wait to see what you build

@mopardave4704 Жыл бұрын

Glad Ben is okay and no one got hurt. Really enjoy your channel,keep up the good work. Just ordered a t shirt and a hat.Can't wait to get them and keeping my fingers crossed I win the car.

@beauperson4298 Жыл бұрын

Awe Ben, I am so sorry about your Jeep. Glad your okay. Time to build the Jeep of your dreams!

@anthonylee2099 Жыл бұрын

Thank God Ben’s Ok! Anything could have happened! Fun time at the trails. Plus the Free Taco🤙😎

@garybrady9531 Жыл бұрын

I would think mounting it to the roll bar in back would offer better heat exchange I mounted one in that area and it worked out great

@masterbates7016 Жыл бұрын

Agreed underneath on the frame is a waste

@becomingabetterhuman.2994 Жыл бұрын

You guys have the best out look on things 👍. Love the content 👍

@danielmyers1903 Жыл бұрын

Played the same prank on our trickster, school librarian. Placed a greeting card that played Christmas carols in the false ceiling near her desk in the morning before school. Then at lunch I moved it to one of her filing cabinet drawers. She went crazy for a day but finally found it.

@clarencemarinoiii1362 Жыл бұрын

Omg Ben I am so happy that you are okay and nobody else got hurt. Years ago a friends wife was killed by a trailer that came loose, crossed the median and hit them head on. It's a scary thing and you must have had a guardian angel watching over you. Can't wait to watch you rebuild the Jeep. God bless yinz all

@namesfate Жыл бұрын

Glad you're okay Ben. Just gives you something else to play with and make bigger and better.

@Gantzz321 Жыл бұрын

this is why properly load balancing a trailer is so important

@randallsmerna384 Жыл бұрын

I'm sure it had trailer brakes but I'm wondering if it would be beneficial to have a big panic button that a driver can hit that would immediately lock up the trailer brakes and if that would make a difference??? In my head, it would seem that if the trailer breaks got locked up everything went straighten up in a jiffy. Also, this is a great reason to put much heavier duty safety chains on trailers. Those chains are often so small and so weak that they always break. Make sure you get some hardened, heavy duty, large link chains and replace those cheap ones.

@weaselduke Жыл бұрын

Nice save, +1 to the wheelman. Glad all are safe.

@vaporlockgarage Жыл бұрын

Oh my! Ben, I'm so glad you're OK! The Jeep will be better than ever when you're done with it!

@TommyTheGrundlePincher Жыл бұрын

Holy Smokes! Definitely one of those chit happens moments. Appreciate each day and don't take things for granted.

@JanelleVocate-Ames Жыл бұрын

YAY!!!!

@rattles3044 Жыл бұрын

I like the patina and the different colored doors! 👀 👍🏻 😎

@akadventurer7563 Жыл бұрын

Id call it a hell of a lot of good luck and Gods Grace, you didn't hurt or kill anyone else on that highway!

@Gh0st_____ Жыл бұрын

Yoo

@JanelleVocate-Ames Жыл бұрын

Yoo are 1st!!!! YAY!!!!

@lisaspurk3187 Жыл бұрын

Oh no! Just glad no one was hurt. Glad you are ok Ben.

@michaeldunn150 Жыл бұрын

That would be awesome to be there in person to watch and experience in first hand..... I thought ditch banging in a 4-wheeler was off-roading until I started watching y'all with Jeeps...LOL!

@Davieboy694 Жыл бұрын

Really feel for you Ben,atleast your at the right workshop to get that jeep sorted and better than before Your a great addition to the workshop and a very likeable guy 👍🏻

@kendall1728 Жыл бұрын

Referencing the mention of putting grease on the fuel tank grommet: Maybe a little helpful info - Whenever you want to lubricate rubber, don't use grease. It's a chemistry thing. "like dissolves like". So if it's grommets, tire beads, anything rubber, use soap. Grease will, over time, cause more trouble by eating away at the rubber. Hope this helps someone out who is unaware.

@alcastillo4901 Жыл бұрын

WOW!! That's Crazy. Remember the movie "Fast Times at Ridgemont High." When Jeff Spicoli said during the Z-28 joy ride. "My Old Man is television repairman got this ultimate set of tools, I can fix it." Least your doing good. Can be back on the trails again.

@Patrick.Weightman Жыл бұрын

That quote becomes pretty dang silly once you grow up and actually be acquainted with tools 😂😂 Like yeah dude I'm sure he's got some incredible screwdrivers - his soldering iron is really gonna help!