This Was A Long Day

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Жыл бұрын

We received a call about 2 vehicles broke out on The Hole In The Rock Trail. After doing some research and waiting on a confirmation call from the customers we found it was a very remote trail south of Lake Powell. Once we got a call from the customers and got an idea of what was broke and what we needed to take with us we loaded up Ol Blue and the JK on the trailer. We headed out early in the morning. We met the customers at the trailhead, which was 2.5 hours away from Moab. We unloaded the recovery rigs and headed in. Once we got to the first rig we trail repaired it and got it up the ledge it had broke on. After that we proceeded in to the next rig and repaired it. Then we drove back out and got to the trailer in the rain. Once we got back to the shop it had been exactly 20 hours since we had left the shop. It was definitely a long one but was a perfect test for the new wrecker and it passed with flying colors. Thank you everyone for watching and supporting us.
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@graememckay9972 Жыл бұрын

The old pioneers get a lot of credit for cutting those passes into the rock side but what is more impressive is that they used trained diamond billed rock peckers.

@bruceb4349 Жыл бұрын

I mentioned Diamond Billed Rock Peckers at work last week, and got the expected " what are you talking about " reaction. So the lady at the desk googled it, and came up with an image of a Save the Diamond Billed Rock Pecker t-shirt. She still didn't look convinced that I wasn't making stuff up, but the image of the t-shirt on Google cast just enough doubt in her mind that she didn't call me out on the matter. Thought I was had for a few minutes there. So Thank you Rory, for creating and selling those t-shirts. And also Thanks to whoever posted that picture online which ended up on Google.

@chillyourself5208 Жыл бұрын

Everything makes sense now

@cheycasters Жыл бұрын

All without a safety guard on either!!!🎸🎸

@charlesirby9222 Жыл бұрын

"What do you have when your trained diamond billed rock pecker quits working?" A BUSTED PECKER!

@ephjay6t87 Жыл бұрын

Nobody says a thing about how the Navajos carved all the Navajo Sandstone though.

@cunever Жыл бұрын

The reasons why this video is even more amazing than usual: - the sheer endurance - the incredible land- and cloudscape - the ride out in total darkness - the amount of tools destroyed

@terryhayward7905 Жыл бұрын

You missed out the point that the propshaft repair should actually have been impossible, but Rory made it work.

@ewxlt Жыл бұрын

And the sheer amount of camera batteries....

@oldretireddude Жыл бұрын

I love watching you help out intelligent off-roaders that break something. I get a little weary of watching rescues of stupid people.

@grannyt6819 Жыл бұрын

That scenery is gorgeous. I lived in Moab for awhile 30+ years ago. Sure miss it. You guys are always so entertaining to watch. Love seeing the driving skills. Old school problem solving and creative solutions. One of my favorite youtube channels now. Thank you for the great work all around.

@seanhorton3811 Жыл бұрын

I would call that 5 wins. Two on trail repairs, Ol' Blue showing what she can do. Finding out just how hard you can push two ratchets to the point of too far. (ooopsie). I can't say that was "All in a days work" because that was 2-1/2 eight hour days worth of work. Well done. If only you could have celebrated by stealing a Mountain Dew from another YTers frig.

@waltervarcoe8354 Жыл бұрын

Rory has more know how and experience than anyone I have seen on here. His ability to get the hardest problems solved is amazing and his seat of the pants knowledge of physics blows me away. He is the “never say never” guy you want with you when things get tough. Keep it real like this Rory! Don’t go all Hollywood on us😁👍

@almclean4835 Жыл бұрын

That’s a long day, the guys you rescued would be well happy with your effort 👏👏

@michaelinorlando8507 Жыл бұрын

Knowing what to take and what not too is a major skill set. And Always gotta stay for "after credit chuckles "

@stuartwilson5634 Жыл бұрын

Bloody brilliant Rory, you and your team, outstanding.

@barbeonline351 Жыл бұрын

But 20 hours. Three men in the cab for the out and back parts. And Rory did all the driving? C'mon Rory. Take a nap while someone else drives. Just sayin'.

@marvincarter870 Жыл бұрын

I love this Rory takes Blue into the desert and Mater gets a rest and Blue performed admirably! Even Mater has it tough on the "waterfall" Blue struggled but made it up! Mike and Sean are a vital part of this recovery team and two vehicles were repaired and driven out! Mike's history of the old wagon trail through the hills was awesome and exciting.

@bernieshort6311 Жыл бұрын

Two outstanding trail repairs and a 20 hour stretch in and out, what more could one ask of you all. Outstanding work guys and ole Blue was put through her paces and came out the other side with colours flying high. Nice one, stay safe and stay awesome.

@sickjohnson Жыл бұрын

Gotta admit going up the old waterfall in old blue steel was pretty intense guys, damn impressive work, without breaking! Way to battle through everything in this video...man.

@cheycasters Жыл бұрын

Wow I'm thinking why doesn't this channel have a million + subs????? Lets do it folks, lets get Rory and the crew up in count like Matt has!!!🎸🎸

@alviado4439 Жыл бұрын

If I got stuck somewhere in the hills, I’d want Rory and his guys to rescue me! Wow! I bet this rescue was super expensive!

@davidfarmer1666 10 ай бұрын

That's the best recovery I've seen in a while. To do both of the vehicles and then wheel them out with you was amazing. Rory your master skills and your teams strong support makes these recoveries the ones to watch. People shouldn't miss one of your recoveries because they will have missed a master at work.

@MargaretHess-mq3oe Жыл бұрын

Incredible recovery skills for Rory and his crew,including ole blue.

@josephranker5716 Жыл бұрын

You/your team are WAY under watched.. Doing the nearly impossible with good spirit .. great recovery

@NarleyAdventures Жыл бұрын

👍👍👍👍👍, That WAS in the middle of nowhere !!!! NICELY done !!!!

@trubass75 Жыл бұрын

Quite impressed that old blue made it though all that with no lockers. Thanks for bringing us along Rory.. Thanks for the scenery Mike.

@offroadrecoveryteam Жыл бұрын

A day stuck on the trail is way better than a day stuck in traffic!

@jeffvallentine913 Жыл бұрын

Took a full bodied wrecker with no lockers up the shelf road to Grey mesa??? INSANITY! I've done HITR and cant imagine that truck squeezing thru a couple of places. Outstanding job and the Blue truck has proved itself no doubt.

@bruceb4349 Жыл бұрын

@ Jeff Vallentine A full bodied Dually wrecker, no less.

@bigunone Жыл бұрын

To quote a popular 4 wheeler of days past "To drive elegantly is the thing"

@scrappy7571 Жыл бұрын

WOW! That was a long day! Welding the socket to the bar, pretty ingenious. I used to work with an old timer mechanic, he had a saying he used when in a bind.... "what would you do if you were out in the desert ?" Now I know what he meant, use what you have at hand and make it work.

@MCTheWandz Жыл бұрын

Damn boyzzzz...nice work!! Looks like old Blue needs some lockers!!

@highlonesomerob5053 Жыл бұрын

I've done Hole in the Rock three times now... it's no joke. You are truly on your own out there... beautiful country though! Seeing the new truck in the Maze and on the Chute was a thing of beauty! Well done!

@dougdean3134 Жыл бұрын

That’s some crazy territory to consider horses pulled cover wagons through that area. Great trail fix!

@chillyourself5208 Жыл бұрын

That wagon trail was amazing. Love the quick glimpses into Utahs rich history.

@toddchalk3519 Жыл бұрын

Rory, don't sell yourself short (on the exit outro) you and your team did an awesome job recovering those two vehicles. keep up the great work and love the video's

@Ashley_Schaeffer Жыл бұрын

Amazing how Rory just made his own socket wrench and worked better than the pro tools... Genius!

@michaelenewold9225 Жыл бұрын

Loving the scenery, long day but very rewarding test for Old Blue and 2 rigs saved. Excellent work!😁

@philmacdonald7857 Жыл бұрын

Thxs for filming this cool carnage. You make it look easy when it isn't. Peace.

@tdlucas5126 Жыл бұрын

Have to LOVE Farmer rod! Will weld dirt if there is enough iron in it! Convinced Rory's success is MORE the Pilot than the vehicle! AWESOME driving RORY!

@DougGehring Жыл бұрын

We wheeled with those guys in September when we came down from Oregon. Night run on the Pickle after a heavy rain. Nice guys, glad you could help them out!

@edwinschlee8374 Жыл бұрын

That was definitely a long day! But you got them all repaired so they could get out! Good job Rory, Mike and Sean!

@johnme7049 Жыл бұрын

Rory, Mike and Shawn never disappoint in what they can do and making it fun to watch and educational to boot! It is truly amazing to think what folks did making these trails where they needed to go and taking wagons overland like this. Old Blue really delivered the goods today. Glad everyone got out ok. Give Lily a hug for me and God Bless you all.

@michaelc.3812 Жыл бұрын

Man, the driving ability of Shawn and Rory is incredible!! Rory, you are lucky to have such great friends as Shawn and Mike.

@donwilliams3626 Жыл бұрын

Rory you need to sell picture post cards with the amazing scenery out your office window.

@richard3141592638 Жыл бұрын

Nice - 2 trail fixes in 1 video. Go Blue- good job all. Thanks for sharing

@davebanks7435 Жыл бұрын

Love that you just persevered and when the real tools failed you made your own with the old broken shaft - bingo...... nothing stops you. As always fantastic viewing - what a trail!

@jeeperp3926 Жыл бұрын

That’s it. Time to learn how to weld! Rory, you’re a genius!!

@psl54rsniper Жыл бұрын

TWO more great recoverys and great video by MOABMOTORSPORT.

@aljosaskrabelj8412 Жыл бұрын

Old Blue with right tires and driver is more capable then we think.

@nativeblue9671 Жыл бұрын

Love the scenery. Enjoyed watching your recovery footage. Always a pleasure. Keep up the excellent work with you and your team.

@charlesirby9222 Жыл бұрын

Rory gets in a tight spot & I FIND MYSELF PUSHING ON THE ACCELERATOR TO HELP HIM UP THE ROCK...I'M SITTING AT MY DESK! ...😜👍5.4K + 1 more!

@LesCanDo2 Жыл бұрын

20 hours? Finding damaged vehicles out in the boonies, then fabricating and welding replacement parts, then 4-wheeling all vehicles out of a difficult spot is quite the adventure. You need a vacation and a raise!

@ronwatson4135 Жыл бұрын

I'm sure you guys are not the *Best* but I bet the *Best* sends you a Greetings Card every year just out of respect. Great Job, Gentlemen.

@Vile-Flesh Жыл бұрын

Very impressive. That axle nut was God damned tight!

@renepro6964 Жыл бұрын

Who needs lockers when you have Rory?!

@morrischandler5072 Жыл бұрын

No I can not believe that individuals would go through there with horses and miles, but THEY DID IT FOR OUR BENEFIT!

@dansowers8159 Жыл бұрын

Rory you deserve the title of "Fixer", break downs are lucky when they call you.

@polymaticsim Жыл бұрын

Rory and team, we don't have problems just solutions.🙃😂

@Gears-Wrenches-Rods Жыл бұрын

Well done with a full sized rig through there. Blue rocks! Love that trail!

@bst0125 Жыл бұрын

I loved the axle breaker bar!(I think) great thinking on tired feet! As always amazing team to the rescue, with Rory at the helm!!!

@briansaenz4392 Жыл бұрын

Dinosaur Colorado USA checking in and saying hello and stay safe out there brother 👍🤙🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

@azrider2011 Жыл бұрын

Rory you Always seem to amaze me You’re out of the box thinking to come up with a solution to solve the problem at hand. Yes I still love the way you always seem to come up with a solution no matter what you overcome the very strange and unique obstacles that stand in your way. Never give up never quit trying no matter what the struggle and succeed by pure determination sometimes. Thanks for your adventures your friend Eric

@Baddecisionsjkur Жыл бұрын

Hole in the rock is one of my favorite trails. That’s a long ride in.

@H4rleyBoy Жыл бұрын

There can be only one, & his name shall be RORY, all kneel and hail the master :) :)

@dougbowser3171 Жыл бұрын

The hardest thing for a mechanic to do is put lockers in his own truck. I know you will get to it soon. Keep the excitement coming

@sabafazeli693 Жыл бұрын

level 9000 wizardry and grit. MacGyver don't got squat on moab motorsport. excellent video - thank you

@bigchevy350boy Жыл бұрын

'ol blue proved herself well on this trip! Epic trail fix as well. Not many folks you can call for that kinda recovery! Great job team! I still think it's epic to see this channel come to life! Been here since the beginning 💪 😎

@stoneblue1795 Жыл бұрын

12:38, Rory looks like a Star trek character. 🤣 Do you come in peace?

@davidmata4786 Жыл бұрын

That was pretty epic.. The way you all handle your business and make it work regardless of the circumstances is very impressive.

@paulcooper2897 Жыл бұрын

20 hours round trip ... and if it wasn't for this crew, these people's 4x4's would probably end up like the old half track! Thanks for sharing 🇨🇦

@russelljames1811 Жыл бұрын

Ratchets aren't made to break nuts loose, that's why they make breaker bars...I like the one you made....that's a great demonstration of what not to do with your ratchets....lol.

@throttlewatch4614 Жыл бұрын

I love seeing old blue work in her stock form . I hope she stays stock

@davidmech2956 Жыл бұрын

That was a Marathon! Excellent work, as always.

@cconnon1912 Жыл бұрын

Welded up a breaker bar in the field after breaking 2 ratchets. Wow 😇 nice problem solving.

@eck8240 Жыл бұрын

You weren't lost but you could sure see it from there

@johnweeks5614 Жыл бұрын

It's funny but also cool looking to see that old dually just walking through that stuff and yea of course it does need some upgrades but dam she done amazing

@dale5282 Жыл бұрын

Your a regular MacGyver of the trail! Kudos to another great recovery!

@davidweidner1675 Жыл бұрын

Long but successful two-fer day in God's Country without rain running down your back while welding

@loosemoose9799 Жыл бұрын

Rory , you are the the intrepid trail master that goes where most people will close their eyes when they think about going.

@k7dg Жыл бұрын

The old blue needs some badass wheels

@corycody9233 Жыл бұрын

Hole In The Rock Trail has been on my bucket list for years, looks like a superb trail too, hoping to get on it soon! I thought Rory was lookin like a Knight off of Monty Python there in the welding hood.. 🤷‍♂👍

@KerboOnYT Жыл бұрын

I've watched quite a few videos on this channel and I'm convinced Rory could drive up a sheer cliff wall. Nice job team

@Westie_NZ Жыл бұрын

I love watching you weld out in the wild. Very Cool!

@mooshaker Жыл бұрын

Well done for sure. I believe Blue is in need of lockers if you're gonna take him places like that.

@stephenpoe2037 Жыл бұрын

Amazing trail repair/recovery.. Thanks for sharing !

@gordbaker896 Жыл бұрын

Super Rescues. Wrecker needs Posi@ G80.

@Berry_N Жыл бұрын

Appreciate the side trip to see the wagon trail. Off to watch the rest!

@kennyroland9391 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for letting us come along.

@graemethompson340 Жыл бұрын

Another couple of jobs expertly completed by the best possible team, cheers for now mate

@davidshettlesworth1442 Жыл бұрын

WOW! Thanks for a great video. Glad to see you and all your team made it back safe.

@lonhoschar1943 Жыл бұрын

Well, THAT was a long day!! But you got them fixed and got them out. Thanks to your years of experience and all the knowledge you picked up on the way!! Great job to Rory, Shawn, Mike on the camera and the guy at the front corner... guess I missed his name, but he was doing a lot of work too!!

@dennisdowney5137 Жыл бұрын

Hey Ol’Blue has lights now😂

@christophersanders5007 Жыл бұрын

It is amazing how some people you go out to rescue got the cojones to drive out into the middle of nowhere on a wing and prayer.

@chillyourself5208 Жыл бұрын

And then there was the pioneers forging the wagon trail a hundred plus years ago. Its no less amazing today

@donwilliams3626 Жыл бұрын

Does anyone know when the last covered wagons passed that way?

@MegaDargar Жыл бұрын

Gotta do what you gotta do. Some people just need to learn to be completely independent, if you break something you gotta be able to fix it in a capacity to limp it back. If you get stuck you get yourself out. When you spend enough time out in the woods anything can happen. I've hiked 20+ miles back to my cabin after my mud buggy broke down. Didn't have any toe nails left by the time I got back to the cabin.

@honthirty_ Жыл бұрын

@@chillyourself5208 Almost 150 years ago.

@moretoliving2236 Жыл бұрын

Let this video be a reminder of just how long and how far reaching some of these places are. It is so so cool to see people visit areas where very few people stood before.

@michaelfranks6521 Жыл бұрын

Good morning diamond billed rock crew.. that Rory Irish is looking looking spiffy today... looking at those shoes saying( WHAT ARE THOSE) ...have a good day guys

@francesrice7898 Жыл бұрын

I enjoyed every second of this video. You all are the best. God bless ❤️🙏👍👍🌟🌟🏆🏆❤️

@americonoffroadadventures8132 Жыл бұрын

Nice custom breaker. Fixing things on the dark side of the moon. Love dirt. Thx

@not-fishing4730 Жыл бұрын

You know that welder sings much like a Diamond Billed Rock Pecker.

@garybrady9531 Жыл бұрын

you can conblefab anything like a true rock hound

@craigbowley6783 Жыл бұрын

The guy on low buck garage has worked on 2 of those half tracks. Pretty cool and interesting vehicles👍

@mrmongo6722 Жыл бұрын

Destroyed some tools but managed to get them out of there under there own power. Nice work gentleman!

@Kls1972sm Жыл бұрын

He invented a NEW tool..Good job Rory

@stevewalston7089 Жыл бұрын

Nah, bent isn't destroyed, it's just custom contoured.

@Weidjeep Жыл бұрын

Proof square body's are still relevant in the off-road world. I'm trying to convince my wife that we need a 1977 F-250 as our next build project. Yes I know its no a square body chevy but IMO its the same thing just an old square ford lol.

@RalphERo824 Жыл бұрын

Old Blue did it. You gentlemen were up to the tasks at hand. I want to say this channel shows what honest hard working men can do everyday. Thank you for the videos. Here teaching and waiting on another TrailMater video, that's me.