We NEED To Get The RADCHARGER Driving Again!

@ramjam720 10 ай бұрын

I think that the RadCharger is a prime example of the Wetzel engineering process. I have been watching Matt do this for years. First you build something really cool, but you get rushed for reasons that are unforseen, you take it to the field, and something breaks. Then you fix it back better than before, and the process begins again. Rudy, you're a chip of the old block, but with a sharper edge.

@emissaryofelohim1431 10 ай бұрын

Yep. Pretty much, my thoughts as well.

@tracykooken2606 10 ай бұрын

lesson learned on the axles ??? well they b better now 😅. yeah that shock swap thing was a last min act of empty mindedness 😂 !!

@esti5506 10 ай бұрын

The part you forgot is once it breaks, they half ass fix it, then it breaks again several more times.

@davidmech2956 10 ай бұрын

I agree that the shock swap was totally ridiculous.

@Crewsy 10 ай бұрын

There was a lot that was ridiculous about the challenge. The one handed shock swap was completely ridiculous but like many of the other “challenges” it was made easier or harder based on the competitors choices. Rudy’s choice to go with a full sized truck certainly made things more difficult on the tight trails. Overall I think the challenge was a fail on OnX.

@om617yota8 10 ай бұрын

Usually folks choose + build their rig based on the kind of trails they go on. Maybe the OnX folks should have told the competitors what trail they'd be going on, so the rigs could be built to spec. Although there's something to be said for a small vehicle fitting through a large passage, but a big vehicle vehicle not fitting through a narrow passage.

@donaldhalls2189 10 ай бұрын

@@om617yota8it's supposed to be a affordable build, to spend thousands of dollars on a purpose built rig defeats the objective of encouraging other less forchanet (less money to use, ) people to afford to go Wheeling, all the best to you all

@e.c.8668 10 ай бұрын

The whole series was really disappointing. The filming was horrible as well as the dialog. They made something that should have been fun, very 'meh.' It was kind of silly. Why not make the Challenge like what they would experience where they were going? Certainly didn't make me want to run out and buy OnX...not a bit. The absolute best videography was certainly Nate at Dirt Lifestyle. He's got an eye. He should give a master's class. Having owned a Ramcharger as a kid, I had high hopes, but the platform has some limitations. But Rudy did great work on it within the constraints of the "Challenge." What would be really cool would be a crossover with Fab Rats to see how much of a crawler they can make it. You can't "boat tail" the rear without removing the windows. But maybe make it like a pre-79 and just remove the whole roof. Then boat tail the nose and rear, lower it's stance, put in the Dodge 360 or maybe a newer Hemi and let 'er rip. that's my 2¢.

@a.n.7863 10 ай бұрын

“A truck coming today with parts” wasn’t what I thought he meant at all.

@backwoodstherapy 10 ай бұрын

Same. I thought he was waiting on UPS or FedEx to deliver parts he had ordered. Not a whole truck he was going to use for spare parts. 🤣

@DiscoFang 10 ай бұрын

Yeah, it’s likevthe fedex guy arrived, left his truck and took an Uber.

@MC-re2ry 10 ай бұрын

Really glad to see this channel working out for Rudy. Next stop 300K subscribers!

@chadmagnuson4775 10 ай бұрын

I live in the northeast rust belt and have been frustrated by the lack of corrosion protection on the builds by the other KZfaq channels. It made me very happy to see that shiny painted back axle. Keep building for the long term.

@pezpengy9308 10 ай бұрын

when you said that you deserved the hard work because you did it wrong the first time... thats some hard self reflection that shows what a good person you are. i cant see how but if i ever need a trail rig ill be asking you to build it.

@THEDRAGONBOOSTER8 10 ай бұрын

I'm so glad you are getting the Radcharger back in action .It' a great vehicle.Those tracks were too narrow ,no fun .It's too good to damage to that extent..

@LJC5865 10 ай бұрын

Yea good to know where it can go.. more room in the back camping with ya lady another big sunroof 'sleeping under the stars.

@moparman1962 9 ай бұрын

OnX did NOT plan their "Off Road Challenge" very well...that was OBVIOUS as thousands of us watched the whole thing on the different channels...they DID NOT do their homework well, OR know the trails and their hard to crazy spots well, OR plan the entire challenge well. The whole thing LACKED common sense, reason and consideration for the contestants nice rigs they built and all of the hard work, time and money they put into building them. The challenge, the course, the obstacles and OnX's LACK of due preparation and FAILURE to let everyone KNOW ahead of time about the crazy, narrow, steep spots was NOT cool. Most of us SERIOUSLY DOUBT the contestants WOULD have taken their vehicles through the ridiculous challenges in such insane places and torn up and broken them needlessly like that. If OnX does anything like their challenge in the future the WHOLE THING needs to be done REALISTICALLY and REASONABLY on trails that DON'T tear the hell out of them...that is not FUN, it's just STUPID.

@chunkychambers1530 10 ай бұрын

Nothing better than doing business with an honest man!

@stephenpoe2037 10 ай бұрын

Getting it back in shape . Thanks for sharing !

@donwilliams3626 10 ай бұрын

For as wounded as the RADCharger looked limping off the trail, she really retained strong bones. Now that you finished welding on the rear axle she looks to be ready for a rinse and repeat. Yours was a real competitor and won the best looking rig hands down. I'm looking forward to more happy wheeling.

@frotobaggins7169 10 ай бұрын

Rudy, I'm sure you know but if there is that much fuel in the cylinders, best change the oil because there is that much fuel in the oil as well.

@papatomsthoughts 10 ай бұрын

Great repair. $500 donor truck, $2000 worth of parts. God bless

@AndrewAMartin 10 ай бұрын

Funny that sometimes (many times), the whole is worth less than the sum of the parts...

@papatomsthoughts 10 ай бұрын

@@AndrewAMartin so true

@steven.h0629 10 ай бұрын

❤Team RAD ... getting close to 1/4 million subs! 👍😎✊

@owendodman3037 10 ай бұрын

Maybe ask Mr. Irish for some help setting up some good ladder bars to keep down your axle wrap issues, never hurts to ask someone whos got it down. Cheers 🍻

@timmiller5170 10 ай бұрын

glad to see you back. would like to see what you work on daily, mite be interesting to all

@maximeberube7490 10 ай бұрын

Winter is coming, time to finish the tracks for the rudicon

@lubbahubba 10 ай бұрын

The Rad Charger is so cool I'm glad to see it being fixed up!! I'm glad you're doing the body work, those challenges were ridiculous. The Rad is for offroad but it's to awesome to look abused. It's a very worthy steed and a great investment. Colt did do a great job, no questions asked!

@moparman1962 9 ай бұрын

OnX did NOT plan their "Off Road Challenge" very well...that was OBVIOUS as thousands of us watched the whole thing on the different channels...they DID NOT do their homework well, OR know the trails and their hard to crazy spots well, OR plan the entire challenge well. The whole thing LACKED common sense, reason and consideration for the contestants nice rigs they built and all of the hard work, time and money they put into building them. The challenge, the course, the obstacles and OnX's LACK of due preparation and FAILURE to let everyone KNOW ahead of time about the crazy, narrow, steep spots was NOT cool. Most of us SERIOUSLY DOUBT the contestants WOULD have taken their vehicles through the ridiculous challenges in such insane places and torn up and broken them needlessly like that. If OnX does anything like their challenge in the future the WHOLE THING needs to be done REALISTICALLY and REASONABLY on trails that DON'T tear the hell out of them...that is not FUN, it's just STUPID.

@charlesistheman 10 ай бұрын

Rudy..... That RADCharger is awesome!!! Such an awesome project.

@madsskovhansen4840 10 ай бұрын

“Passed the fast food test - what’s more American than that!” Brilliant 😂

@dougjackson23 10 ай бұрын

Hey Rudy: I amazed by the mechanical complexity of the things you do. I've been buying and selling cars for years (and doing most of the normal maintenance on them), but I've never tackled the things that both you snd your dad do, and I'm impressed! The work that you are currently doing on your Rad Charger is a perfect example of a guy who, no matter what sort of repair work is necessary... you just seem to "wade in" and do it. Good for you!!!

@ericfaley9019 10 ай бұрын

Poor RadCharger got beat. But that’s the fun of building a rig. Glad it’s back on the road ready to have fun again.

@moparman1962 9 ай бұрын

OnX did NOT plan their "Off Road Challenge" very well...that was OBVIOUS as thousands of us watched the whole thing on the different channels...they DID NOT do their homework well, OR know the trails and their hard to crazy spots well, OR plan the entire challenge well. The whole thing LACKED common sense, reason and consideration for the contestants' nice rigs they built and all of the hard work, time and money they put into building them. The challenge, the course, the obstacles and OnX's LACK of due preparation and FAILURE to let everyone KNOW ahead of time about the crazy, narrow, steep spots was NOT cool. Most of us SERIOUSLY DOUBT the contestants WOULD have taken their vehicles through the ridiculous challenges in such insane places and torn up and broken them needlessly like that. If OnX does anything like their challenge in the future the WHOLE THING needs to be done REALISTICALLY and REASONABLY on trails that DON'T tear the hell out of the vehicles...that is not FUN, it's just STUPID!

@mikedesilets3324 10 ай бұрын

Fixed and improved. That's a win. I love your thoughts on not talking the truck seller down, when you know the value matched the asking price. Dang, I'm missing another car show. Have fun.

@jamesbigham9036 10 ай бұрын

Rudy I am glad to see the Rad Charger back on the road driving. I am hoping to see the Rad Charger in person. I love the paint scheme it definitely is one of a kind

@toddbertram6556 10 ай бұрын

I think it is all for the best I don't know that a budget build would do well on the UA. That said, rad charger is going to be a great build when it is finished and you aren't limited by budget

@shawnkane7152 10 ай бұрын

Good to see you getting the RadCharger back together!

@dave5176 10 ай бұрын

Those high spring perches are putting a lot of extra torque on the springs. Need to get regular saddles for the springs that are low to the axle and re-arch the springs or change whatever you need to eliminate those perches. You'll have a lot less bending of the springs.

@xvsj-s2x 10 ай бұрын

Sweet Radcharger takes a beatin and keeps on ticking ❤ Rudy your channel RoCkS ✌️💪🏻❤️

@jarrodplantenga9492 10 ай бұрын

Better get a hold of Robby for that body damage, especially for the tailgate section of it! RADcharger is a beast! Really like the channel and the work you're doing!

@moparman1962 9 ай бұрын

OnX did NOT plan their "Off Road Challenge" very well...that was OBVIOUS as thousands of us watched the whole thing on the different channels...they DID NOT do their homework well, OR know the trails and their hard to crazy spots well, OR plan the entire challenge well. The whole thing LACKED common sense, reason and consideration for the contestants nice rigs they built and all of the hard work, time and money they put into building them. The challenge, the course, the obstacles and OnX's LACK of due preparation and FAILURE to let everyone KNOW ahead of time about the crazy, narrow, steep spots was NOT cool. Most of us SERIOUSLY DOUBT the contestants WOULD have taken their vehicles through the ridiculous challenges in such insane places and torn up and broken them needlessly like that. If OnX does anything like their challenge in the future the WHOLE THING needs to be done REALISTICALLY and REASONABLY on trails that DON'T tear the hell out of them...that is not FUN, it's just STUPID.

@xxBlazinBobxx 10 ай бұрын

Dig the RAD Charger and I'm happy to see it get some love! Bought a shirt today as my small contribution to help support your channel. Hope you get the carburation issue resolved. No love for the FI-Tech system in the comments!

@oldretireddude 10 ай бұрын

If you can't reasonably protect them, make those taillights removable when you approach close quarter rock crawling trails.

@moparman1962 9 ай бұрын

OnX did NOT plan their "Off Road Challenge" very well...that was OBVIOUS as thousands of us watched the whole thing on the different channels...they DID NOT do their homework well, OR know the trails and their hard to crazy spots well, OR plan the entire challenge well. The whole thing LACKED common sense, reason and consideration for the contestants nice rigs they built and all of the hard work, time and money they put into building them. The challenge, the course, the obstacles and OnX's LACK of due preparation and FAILURE to let everyone KNOW ahead of time about the crazy, narrow, steep spots was NOT cool. Most of us SERIOUSLY DOUBT the contestants WOULD have taken their vehicles through the ridiculous challenges in such insane places and torn up and broken them needlessly like that. If OnX does anything like their challenge in the future the WHOLE THING needs to be done REALISTICALLY and REASONABLY on trails that DON'T tear the hell out of them...that is not FUN, it's just STUPID.

@oldretireddude 9 ай бұрын

@moparman1962 They did seem to be making the vehicles punch above their weight class. Seemed more for dedicated rock crawler/buggy Vs jack of all trade street 4x4.

@321-Gone 10 ай бұрын

Anti wrap bar (torque arm) front mounting on trail matter is great Perfectly matches U-fount geometry.

@UberLummox 10 ай бұрын

Good work. Looking forward to seeing the Comanche sometime.

@davidfreyta3857 10 ай бұрын

I always look forward to a new video from you. Glad to see the RAD Charger getting repaired. It is too cool to let sit wounded. Maybe you can take us on a wheeling adventure in it before or after the car show. And Rudy, please stay away from challenges that are set up to intentionally destroy your rig.

@moparman1962 9 ай бұрын

OnX did NOT plan their "Off Road Challenge" very well...that was OBVIOUS as thousands of us watched the whole thing on the different channels...they DID NOT do their homework well, OR know the trails and their hard to crazy spots well, OR plan the entire challenge well. The whole thing LACKED common sense, reason and consideration for the contestants nice rigs they built and all of the hard work, time and money they put into building them. The challenge, the course, the obstacles and OnX's LACK of due preparation and FAILURE to let everyone KNOW ahead of time about the crazy, narrow, steep spots was NOT cool. Most of us SERIOUSLY DOUBT the contestants WOULD have taken their vehicles through the ridiculous challenges in such insane places and torn up and broken them needlessly like that. If OnX does anything like their challenge in the future the WHOLE THING needs to be done REALISTICALLY and REASONABLY on trails that DON'T tear the hell out of them...that is not FUN, it's just STUPID.

@PhilippeTardy 10 ай бұрын

Hi, to help your suspension blades work you should put Teflon strips between each blade. In Switzerland we did it in the garage of Volvo trucks, the blades had a longer lifespan and did not make noise while working better.

@stephengallina1774 10 ай бұрын

So nice to see the Rad Charger running and driving again!

@leewaken5059 10 ай бұрын

I can totally appreciate you not "repricing" or revaluing someone else's goods.👍🏼 Maybe it's just me but... It's something you want,(in this case, need) and a fair price. So why potentially "insult" by naming your value on the item you desire?

@boardnski156 10 ай бұрын

Fair price means realistic seller. Reward their fairness with a quick sale.

@mike94560 10 ай бұрын

I had the fuel pressure regulator go out on my Ford Bronco 2. So when the injectors opened it was spraying a firehose stream of fuel in instead of a garden hose. Hydraulic locked cylinders. When we took plugs out to unlock gas sprayed everywhere. There was a spark. Fire. Running and jumping. To busy to even cuss properly. Fire extinguisher made a mess. No big damage. Oil pressure line was plastic and burned like a fuse. Electronics were fine. Just had too much pressure in fuel rail. New regulator fixed that. Ah the memories. LOL

@BigSouth208 10 ай бұрын

I’d leave the body damage. Just proves you wheel it and it’s not a mall crawler. Definitely adds character to the build.

@DiscoFang 10 ай бұрын

Proves to who? People he doesn't know?

@BigSouth208 10 ай бұрын

@@DiscoFang ah, “keyboard warrior”, I can see you’re offended by my opinion. Is it because you know me and have something to prove?

@DiscoFang 10 ай бұрын

@@BigSouth208 Haha Touché.

@timvanasen9822 10 ай бұрын

The Rad Charger lives again, it's true some offroad rigs are never done because we break them, great video Rudy ❤️😎👍

@moparman1962 9 ай бұрын

OnX did NOT plan their "Off Road Challenge" very well...that was OBVIOUS as thousands of us watched the whole thing on the different channels...they DID NOT do their homework well, OR know the trails and their hard to crazy spots well, OR plan the entire challenge well. The whole thing LACKED common sense, reason and consideration for the contestants' nice rigs they built and all of the hard work, time and money they put into building them. The challenge, the course, the obstacles and OnX's LACK of due preparation and FAILURE to let everyone KNOW ahead of time about the crazy, narrow, steep spots was NOT cool. Most of us SERIOUSLY DOUBT the contestants WOULD have taken their vehicles through the ridiculous challenges in such insane places and torn up and broken them needlessly like that. If OnX does anything like their challenge in the future the WHOLE THING needs to be done REALISTICALLY and REASONABLY on trails that DON'T tear the hell out of them...that is not FUN, it's just STUPID.

@COM70 10 ай бұрын

I always struggle watching you weld around chrome stanchions. 😅 I’m sure Robbie would pull those quarter panels mostly back for you in a half hour. Get your shut lines sorted anyway.

@mw5905 10 ай бұрын

I'd love to come play with that ramcharger. You're bringing back memories of the exact things I've broke and battled with my trucks over the years. Mine is sitting out back on the springs looking all sad. 🙁

@johnnychaffin307 10 ай бұрын

LOVE THE RADCHARGER. Great job on the challenge too.

@redneckdave1968 10 ай бұрын

I think Rudy should have made a 4 link setup for the rear for better articulation. I love the Radcharger and watching this channel it's interesting. I wonder what he's going to do next.

@billclisham8668 10 ай бұрын

You should take the Radcharger to the Full size invasion next year!

@terrywells3955 10 ай бұрын

Rudy if anyone can fix it you the man bro you got this .

@michaelward_GoVentureFab 10 ай бұрын

Rudy, this its one of your best videos yet. Great screen presence and video editing. Love the Radcharger. Great work!

@chiefvilla3167 10 ай бұрын

Good job Rudy. Dig it man. Cut the back off from the top to the bottom had a 45. Shorten the backup tailgate relieves slant. Maybe you will get the rocks in wrap it with steel plates it'll slide off.🤷🏽‍♂️😊😎✌🏽🙋🏽‍♂️.

@katreniaclark 10 ай бұрын

All the damage to the Radcharger just showed you what needed to be fixed and modified....... Great job getting it fixed up thus far. I also LOVE the new tee shirt. Is Janelle okay?

@OrygunGuyOne 10 ай бұрын

I was most upset for you when you reviewed the paint. I am still enjoying it, but I'm looking forward to see how you blend it back in... Thanks for the content, Rudy.

@moparman1962 9 ай бұрын

OnX did NOT plan their "Off Road Challenge" very well...that was OBVIOUS as thousands of us watched the whole thing on the different channels...they DID NOT do their homework well, OR know the trails and their hard to crazy spots well, OR plan the entire challenge well. The whole thing LACKED common sense, reason and consideration for the contestants nice rigs they built and all of the hard work, time and money they put into building them. The challenge, the course, the obstacles and OnX's LACK of due preparation and FAILURE to let everyone KNOW ahead of time about the crazy, narrow, steep spots was NOT cool. Most of us SERIOUSLY DOUBT the contestants WOULD have taken their vehicles through the ridiculous challenges in such insane places and torn up and broken them needlessly like that. If OnX does anything like their challenge in the future the WHOLE THING needs to be done REALISTICALLY and REASONABLY on trails that DON'T tear the hell out of them...that is not FUN, it's just STUPID.

@Greg-bu7mi 10 ай бұрын

At the beginning of the video, that list seemed rather extensive and possible drawn out. You (or the editor...or both) did a great job covering the repairs! Loved it! Can't wait to see where you go from here.

@mickeydevey834 10 ай бұрын

As long as you are happy, you got a good deal!

@Databyter 10 ай бұрын

Very inspiring, to get a bent up truck right again. Sometimes these things are overwhelming when they happen, and then you just go out one morning and say, "It's not that bad, I can fix this". And it's great to see this happen. It's even better and stronger than before. And by watching it I learned a few things about rear suspension. Good clear entertaining video. You're really making a decent channel into a good channel. Keep up the good work! Databyter p.s. I don't know who your cinematographer was, but they did a good job on this video. It was natural anc clear. p.p.s. Give it an oil change immediately if it was really full of unburnt fuel for days. The oil is probably bad, even if it looks like the gas has evaporated out of it. It hasn't. Not completely. Smell it to be sure. If it smells fuelly, it is. There is only a few things that can really screw up oil, and you did one of em.

@scottmoore6131 10 ай бұрын

Make sure you check to make sure the axle tubes all the way in the on with the s shaped leaf spring likely jumped a little sideways.

@codywaltz9329 10 ай бұрын

Ridicon and the RAD charger are both quite impressive. I’m truly still enjoying the paint scheme as well.

@dalegereaux1863 10 ай бұрын

I'm glad you're getting everything fixed so once again, we can have nice things. 😏👍

@moparman1962 9 ай бұрын

OnX did NOT plan their "Off Road Challenge" very well...that was OBVIOUS as thousands of us watched the whole thing on the different channels...they DID NOT do their homework well, OR know the trails and their hard to crazy spots well, OR plan the entire challenge well. The whole thing LACKED common sense, reason and consideration for the contestants nice rigs they built and all of the hard work, time and money they put into building them. The challenge, the course, the obstacles and OnX's LACK of due preparation and FAILURE to let everyone KNOW ahead of time about the crazy, narrow, steep spots was NOT cool. Most of us SERIOUSLY DOUBT the contestants WOULD have taken their vehicles through the ridiculous challenges in such insane places and torn up and broken them needlessly like that. If OnX does anything like their challenge in the future the WHOLE THING needs to be done REALISTICALLY and REASONABLY on trails that DON'T tear the hell out of them...that is not FUN, it's just STUPID.

@rishruck 10 ай бұрын

Hey Rudy! such an impressive and satisfying watch! i gotta say, your skills and attitude are inspiring. you are the real deal, Bro. like so many other guys have posted, you attack every challenge and problem so confidently and logically that it's enjoyable to watch and cheer for you. so many youtubers are just plain posers, no real substance just out to get popular and ride the gravy chain if they get lucky. but your enjoyment and enthusiasm for what you are doing is contagious and just plain fun to watch. it really struck me today unlike the rest of the Utah guys, it's just you and Janelle! and you still get it all done like a boss and with authenticity, never any excuses or whining. good for you!

@JeepnJeff 10 ай бұрын

Good to see the RadCharger getting some love. It's a sweet ride for sure.

@bgee461 10 ай бұрын

I used to really love die hard batteries, they were genuinely amazing. Hopefully they are still quality products.

@zachbyrd5926 10 ай бұрын

I would love to see the radcharger vs morvair that would be sweet

@MrGarfield4 10 ай бұрын

Good to see you back!

@mwagner_87 10 ай бұрын

If you're keeping tbi, talk to Rory about how well his msd unit does

@garlandremingtoniii1338 10 ай бұрын

I always learn quite a bit when I watch Rudy’s videos. That is one of several reasons why I subscribed, To his channel. Plus, my wife and I love his attitude!

@jasonblaschka6216 10 ай бұрын

Switch to Holley Sniper FI. Don’t forget to change the oil before you run it. All that fuel in the oil will spin a bearing. Love the way this thing turned out. Bring it over to the Rubicon. It’ll fit there.

@mwagner_87 10 ай бұрын

Sniper does the same thing

@CamaroZ28Nut3 10 ай бұрын

@@mwagner_87 I'm not saying they don't, but it appears to happen at a much lower rate than with the Fitech. I have seen 1 successful Fitech install out of half a dozen or so attempts on channels I follow on youtube. I've seen at least twice as many Holley's installed, and can only recall 1 failure.

@jasonblaschka6216 10 ай бұрын

@@mwagner_87 I mean even brand new cars break down. Usually when the Holley system goes it’s because someone installed it wrong or did a crappy job on connections. Not saying the Holley never fails but I’ve not seen people have much success with FITech. It’s also much quicker to get the Holley parts if you break on the trail. I’d recommend doing old school tbi off a gm so you use all off the shelf parts but you need to know what your doing to make that work on a mopar.

@edwinschlee8374 10 ай бұрын

The RAD Charger was to big for most of those trails you were on! But the major parts are fixed now!

@moparman1962 9 ай бұрын

OnX did NOT plan their "Off Road Challenge" very well...that was OBVIOUS as thousands of us watched the whole thing on the different channels...they DID NOT do their homework well, OR know the trails and their hard to crazy spots well, OR plan the entire challenge well. The whole thing LACKED common sense, reason and consideration for the contestants' nice rigs they built and all of the hard work, time and money they put into building them. The challenge, the course, the obstacles and OnX's LACK of due preparation and FAILURE to let everyone KNOW ahead of time about the crazy, narrow, steep spots was NOT cool. Most of us SERIOUSLY DOUBT the contestants WOULD have taken their vehicles through the ridiculous challenges in such insane places and torn up and broken them needlessly like that. If OnX does anything like their challenge in the future the WHOLE THING needs to be done REALISTICALLY and REASONABLY on trails that DON'T tear the hell out of the vehicles...that is not FUN, it's just STUPID!

@emissaryofelohim1431 10 ай бұрын

Build it, Break it, Build it better. Super cool rig, gonna be even better.

@moparman1962 9 ай бұрын

OnX did NOT plan their "Off Road Challenge" very well...that was OBVIOUS as thousands of us watched the whole thing on the different channels...they DID NOT do their homework well, OR know the trails and their hard to crazy spots well, OR plan the entire challenge well. The whole thing LACKED common sense, reason and consideration for the contestants' nice rigs they built and all of the hard work, time and money they put into building them. The challenge, the course, the obstacles and OnX's LACK of due preparation and FAILURE to let everyone KNOW ahead of time about the crazy, narrow, steep spots was NOT cool. Most of us SERIOUSLY DOUBT the contestants WOULD have taken their vehicles through the ridiculous challenges in such insane places and torn up and broken them needlessly like that. If OnX does anything like their challenge in the future the WHOLE THING needs to be done REALISTICALLY and REASONABLY on trails that DON'T tear the hell out of the vehicles...that is not FUN, it's just STUPID!

@johnstark4723 10 ай бұрын

Let Robby fix the body damage, it will look like new in no time 😉 I really like that truck, its been a great project for you!

@moparman1962 9 ай бұрын

OnX did NOT plan their "Off Road Challenge" very well...that was OBVIOUS as thousands of us watched the whole thing on the different channels...they DID NOT do their homework well, OR know the trails and their hard to crazy spots well, OR plan the entire challenge well. The whole thing LACKED common sense, reason and consideration for the contestants nice rigs they built and all of the hard work, time and money they put into building them. The challenge, the course, the obstacles and OnX's LACK of due preparation and FAILURE to let everyone KNOW ahead of time about the crazy, narrow, steep spots was NOT cool. Most of us SERIOUSLY DOUBT the contestants WOULD have taken their vehicles through the ridiculous challenges in such insane places and torn up and broken them needlessly like that. If OnX does anything like their challenge in the future the WHOLE THING needs to be done REALISTICALLY and REASONABLY on trails that DON'T tear the hell out of them...that is not FUN, it's just STUPID.

@johnstark4723 9 ай бұрын

@moparman1962 so go away and don't watch crybaby

@finishedwithengines 10 ай бұрын

Nice work! Glad to see the radcharger getting fixed up!

@moparman1962 9 ай бұрын

OnX did NOT plan their "Off Road Challenge" very well...that was OBVIOUS as thousands of us watched the whole thing on the different channels...they DID NOT do their homework well, OR know the trails and their hard to crazy spots well, OR plan the entire challenge well. The whole thing LACKED common sense, reason and consideration for the contestants' nice rigs they built and all of the hard work, time and money they put into building them. The challenge, the course, the obstacles and OnX's LACK of due preparation and FAILURE to let everyone KNOW ahead of time about the crazy, narrow, steep spots was NOT cool. Most of us SERIOUSLY DOUBT the contestants WOULD have taken their vehicles through the ridiculous challenges in such insane places and torn up and broken them needlessly like that. If OnX does anything like their challenge in the future the WHOLE THING needs to be done REALISTICALLY and REASONABLY on trails that DON'T tear the hell out of the vehicles...that is not FUN, it's just STUPID!

@dalescrewcab1 10 ай бұрын

FiTec is trash! I had one on my 85 Dodge W150 for 3 years and had nothing but trouble with it. Finally got rid of it and bought the Edelbrock Pro-Flo 4 and have been using it for 2 years with no problems. It cost more but it has never left me stranded on the trail.

@AFloridaSon 10 ай бұрын

Rudy can fix anything.

@evopwrmods 10 ай бұрын

When does Janelle get her own channel ? Great job Sir, you're going far. Those challenges were not thoughtful of your large sized vehicle. We all get that, you've learned from that experience too, it's nice to hear you comment positively about your experience. Keep up the great fab work, plus just be Rudy...

@moparman1962 9 ай бұрын

OnX did NOT plan their "Off Road Challenge" very well...that was OBVIOUS as thousands of us watched the whole thing on the different channels...they DID NOT do their homework well, OR know the trails and their hard to crazy spots well, OR plan the entire challenge well. The whole thing LACKED common sense, reason and consideration for the contestants nice rigs they built and all of the hard work, time and money they put into building them. The challenge, the course, the obstacles and OnX's LACK of due preparation and FAILURE to let everyone KNOW ahead of time about the crazy, narrow, steep spots was NOT cool. Most of us SERIOUSLY DOUBT the contestants WOULD have taken their vehicles through the ridiculous challenges in such insane places and torn up and broken them needlessly like that. If OnX does anything like their challenge in the future the WHOLE THING needs to be done REALISTICALLY and REASONABLY on trails that DON'T tear the hell out of them...that is not FUN, it's just STUPID.

@matthewarave8928 10 ай бұрын

It was hard to watch the rad charger get destroyed on the onx challenge! Glad to see it getting fixed. Can't wait to see it in action again

@moparman1962 9 ай бұрын

OnX did NOT plan their "Off Road Challenge" very well...that was OBVIOUS as thousands of us watched the whole thing on the different channels...they DID NOT do their homework well, OR know the trails and their hard to crazy spots well, OR plan the entire challenge well. The whole thing LACKED common sense, reason and consideration for the contestants' nice rigs they built and all of the hard work, time and money they put into building them. The challenge, the course, the obstacles and OnX's LACK of due preparation and FAILURE to let everyone KNOW ahead of time about the crazy, narrow, steep spots was NOT cool. Most of us SERIOUSLY DOUBT the contestants WOULD have taken their vehicles through the ridiculous challenges in such insane places and torn up and broken them needlessly like that. If OnX does anything like their challenge in the future the WHOLE THING needs to be done REALISTICALLY and REASONABLY on trails that DON'T tear the hell out of them...that is not FUN, it's just STUPID.

@guygrotke8059 10 ай бұрын

I love all the CAD & plasma table fabrication. The cool thing about that is you can make two of anything, or even flip a part over if need be to go on the other side. Plus you can store anything for when you need to make another one after a destructive trail ride. A lot less cardboard and eye-chrometer stuff than in your dad's shop. That narrow trail and one-handed repair task were ridiculous. Lost a lot of respect for the sponsor for their poor choices. The whole point of X is to find safe trails that don't destroy your ride.

@moparman1962 9 ай бұрын

OnX did NOT plan their "Off Road Challenge" very well...that was OBVIOUS as thousands of us watched the whole thing on the different channels...they DID NOT do their homework well, OR know the trails and their hard to crazy spots well, OR plan the entire challenge well. The whole thing LACKED common sense, reason and consideration for the contestants nice rigs they built and all of the hard work, time and money they put into building them. The challenge, the course, the obstacles and OnX's LACK of due preparation and FAILURE to let everyone KNOW ahead of time about the crazy, narrow, steep spots was NOT cool. Most of us SERIOUSLY DOUBT the contestants WOULD have taken their vehicles through the ridiculous challenges in such insane places and torn up and broken them needlessly like that. If OnX does anything like their challenge in the future the WHOLE THING needs to be done REALISTICALLY and REASONABLY on trails that DON'T tear the hell out of them...that is not FUN, it's just STUPID.

@guygrotke8059 9 ай бұрын

@@moparman1962 Couldn't agree more. If you are going to include 50 inch wide trails, tell contestants BEFORE they start building their vehicles. That's a whole different class of vehicle. It's like the event planners did not understand the purpose of OnX at all. It's all about finding trails your vehicle and skill level are suited for. For example, never take a wider vehicle on a 50 inch trail. I'm pretty sure BLM and the parks don't allow that.

@moparman1962 9 ай бұрын

@@guygrotke8059... EXACTLY!!!

@richis65 10 ай бұрын

I really enjoy the color combination. Nice job getting it back on the road.

@moparman1962 9 ай бұрын

OnX did NOT plan their "Off Road Challenge" very well...that was OBVIOUS as thousands of us watched the whole thing on the different channels...they DID NOT do their homework well, OR know the trails and their hard to crazy spots well, OR plan the entire challenge well. The whole thing LACKED common sense, reason and consideration for the contestants' nice rigs they built and all of the hard work, time and money they put into building them. The challenge, the course, the obstacles and OnX's LACK of due preparation and FAILURE to let everyone KNOW ahead of time about the crazy, narrow, steep spots was NOT cool. Most of us SERIOUSLY DOUBT the contestants WOULD have taken their vehicles through the ridiculous challenges in such insane places and torn up and broken them needlessly like that. If OnX does anything like their challenge in the future the WHOLE THING needs to be done REALISTICALLY and REASONABLY on trails that DON'T tear the hell out of them...that is not FUN, it's just STUPID.

@randycarreiro8363 10 ай бұрын

Keep up the good work, always good content on tge rudy channel

@toddbertram6556 10 ай бұрын

I am waiting for the leaf Spring delete video, ha. The rad charger is wicked

@anthonylee2099 10 ай бұрын

Nice fix Rudy🤙😎

@offroad6309 10 ай бұрын

Good to see you are getting it back on the road. Robby will have some good suggestions for the body work. I would go to a qjet. They are very capable on and off road when set up correctly. Have to laugh everytime you get on the ground to work on a vehicle that is in a hoist. Get comfortable using it.

@SchysCraftCo. 10 ай бұрын

Very nice job. It's coming along nicely so far my friend.

@andrewturner67 10 ай бұрын

Loving the more consistent uploads. Your really starting to get in the groove. Your content is 🔥. The radcharger is so sweet. It makes your jeep look so tiny 😆 ❤❤🎉

@robertthomas5590 10 ай бұрын

Good job.

@saltyreesescup3104 10 ай бұрын

Thanks For Sharing Rudy And Co. ! 🧂

@robertlayne484 10 ай бұрын

So are you going to paint the Rudicon to match the Radcharger?

@stevencherrett-eb6zh 10 ай бұрын

So many channels that I watch test their Ship by hitting a drive-through

@aaronscott2278 10 ай бұрын

Loving the content keep up the grind much love and respect 🙏

@michaeldye4318 10 ай бұрын

put an anti-wrap bar/assembly onto that axle truss and up to the front about the same length as the driveshaft. They work quite well and eliminate the problems from axle wrap.

@annareese8229 10 ай бұрын

I absolutely LOVE your channel. To the point that I want to start over landing. In order to do so, I ordered a lift kit from ROUGH COUNTRY. I AM POSTING THIS AS A WARNING TO EVERYONE..... I purchased a 4" lift kit for MY 84 RadCharger. I was told that it would have EVERYTHING that I needed. Well, the front sway bar links, the rear u bolts , and shackles all had to be repurchased due to the lift, being more of a 6" lift. So, it is a bit taller, but my husband is a double amputee, and this causes a problem.... Not including the $248 in parts that I had to purchase afterwards. OK, so I called RC directly and even though he agreed that the wrong parts were in the box, he REFUSED to help in any way! We live on a tight budget, and this f**ked me over , HARD! I just don't want any of you to have to go through the extra money, and crappy service!

@unlimitedj06 10 ай бұрын

I think that ram charger is Chuck Norris approve. 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

@bobtucker8875 10 ай бұрын

Great content 👍 guys. Thanks for sharing 😊.

@rarelyright 10 ай бұрын

Been driving with a broken leaf spring on my super duty because of the cost of a new one, thanks for the tip! I’m sure my wife won’t mind another pieced out truck in the driveway

@nickmudd 10 ай бұрын

I think most of that OnX challenge was dumb lol. No one wants to watch unneeded trail part swaps and weird challenges like tent setup? I want to watch off roading! I'm glad the rear windows survived. Next is 6bt swap? 😁

@moparman1962 9 ай бұрын

OnX did NOT plan their "Off Road Challenge" very well...that was OBVIOUS as thousands of us watched the whole thing on the different channels...they DID NOT do their homework well, OR know the trails and their hard to crazy spots well, OR plan the entire challenge well. The whole thing LACKED common sense, reason and consideration for the contestants' nice rigs they built and all of the hard work, time and money they put into building them. The challenge, the course, the obstacles and OnX's LACK of due preparation and FAILURE to let everyone KNOW ahead of time about the crazy, narrow, steep spots was NOT cool. Most of us SERIOUSLY DOUBT the contestants WOULD have taken their vehicles through the ridiculous challenges in such insane places and torn up and broken them needlessly like that. If OnX does anything like their challenge in the future the WHOLE THING needs to be done REALISTICALLY and REASONABLY on trails that DON'T tear the hell out of the vehicles...that is not FUN, it's just STUPID!

@rjm7168 10 ай бұрын

I thought welding the tubes to the pumpkin is what kept them from twisting. Is the Barnes brace just adds bending strength.

@smashthereds414 10 ай бұрын

Better change the oil if you had fuel in the motor cause you have fuel in the oil.

@k13ehr 8 ай бұрын

Great video guys, you've almost got the cuts invisible and the to camera stuff is miles more better.

@DownunderDom 10 ай бұрын

You are a hard worker, keep the faith.

@edzimdahl1158 10 ай бұрын

Still young and learning, saw things during the original first build that thought,,, oops, yup, he's gonna be redoing that, and you are but that's how ya learn what do & don't actually works, you're doing fine

@kellydensmore6257 10 ай бұрын

That chevy frame is worth $15 hundred where I live, too bad it is so far away or I would have given 3 sets of springs for that entire parts truck

@tonypatrick9362 10 ай бұрын

Awesome glad to see radcharger back it’s awesome

@fredluna1969 10 ай бұрын

I like the Radcharger. It’s freaking cool 😎

@chipprice1174 10 ай бұрын

Rudy, I can't see ow you had the traction bar mounted on the non axle end. If it's not, it needs to be mounted kinda like a spring shackle, so it will rotate back and forth. I asking because although I can't see how it's mounted, but the bent springs look very familiar, as in how mine used to look. The reason for the shackle type mount is so when you droop the spring, it get shorter(the area between the spring eye bolt and the spring end bolt, when it's compressed, the spring gets longer. If the anti wrap bar is hard mounted, it will not allow the spring to get longer and shorter, so it bends the springs, but at any point of droop or compression, you apply torque, it will pull up and keep it from torque wrap. It works a lot like the old school ladder bars that connect to the leaf springs to give them tension and not wrap, because they were not hard mounted at all just hung there, but, the ends would or could slide back and forth on the bottom of the main spring leaf.

@kimberlyvaughan3430 10 ай бұрын

Looking good 😊

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