This Grand Cherokee Broke Everything

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  • čas přidán 24. 04. 2023
  • We were contacted about a Grand Cherokee out on Golden Spike Trail near the Double Whammy Obstacle. They said it had lost the rear end while climbing an obstacle, then they were towing it out and broke the front end, so they left it and got a ride out. It was during EJS so we had to contend with traffic. So we came in through Rusty Nail to get ahead of the group and came out on Gold Bar Rim. Thank you everyone for watching and supporting us.
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  • @arcopierik3894
    @arcopierik3894 Před rokem +102

    another great job, Shawn is a hero in my eyes. No power steering, no power brakes, and just keep smiling.👍

    • @CynSan
      @CynSan Před rokem +13

      And Mike ~ best scenery photog and rock wrangler extraordinaire.

    • @grimsoul0
      @grimsoul0 Před rokem +7

      @@CynSan And Mike climbs all those obstacles on foot. I bet his leg muscles are in great shape.

    • @rd4660
      @rd4660 Před rokem +4

      Navajo power.

    • @MartyDick
      @MartyDick Před rokem +1

      The only thing harder to drive that manual steering is power steering that doesn't work. Did it for about 10 years on my former Jeep. Too cheap to get it fixed

  • @paulhall170
    @paulhall170 Před rokem +1

    The capability of the drivers and the vehicles cannot be questioned, but the standard of filming and editing on this channel gets better all the time. And, of course, Mike's 'rock-adding' skills!

  • @piotrwojtaszewski9746
    @piotrwojtaszewski9746 Před rokem +88

    I mean maaan, 5:25-6:20 was some of the best driving I have ever seen. No spotter no support just pure skill every inch.

    • @brockryan3405
      @brockryan3405 Před rokem +4

      If we were playing this as a game, with all views of the rig available, I doubt we could do it better. He just blows my mind sometimes.

    • @bryanmccoon5384
      @bryanmccoon5384 Před rokem +4

      Shawn looks pretty cool driving the grinch mobile

    • @Myhandle306
      @Myhandle306 Před rokem +10

      No offense, there isn’t a better off road driver than Rory, but the camera man (most likely Mike) can be seen pointing/spotting at 5:35. These guys have a ridiculous amount of trust in one another.

    • @charlessekafetz5487
      @charlessekafetz5487 Před rokem +2

      At 5:40 I was holding my tight to my chair! Some serious trust and knowledge there!

    • @CBR919R
      @CBR919R Před rokem

      Sometimes I worry about Rory and Shawn on those sheer cliffs. Mike will be fine - cameraman never dies. 🙂

  • @tufalike1796
    @tufalike1796 Před rokem +2

    Best moments of the week: Trail Mater videos!
    "many stuffed animals died to make this roof liner" LOL! That was epic, lol.
    Dang Rory, your girl knows her stuff! Thank you for taking the time to make the videos, hugs from Belgium to all of you.

  • @2200Z
    @2200Z Před rokem +2

    "it's like a stuffed animal glued to your roof." 🤣 Mike has the best one-liners. We need more Hillbilly content.

    • @GavinEarnshaw
      @GavinEarnshaw Před rokem

      I think the Mike/Shawn show has a channel called Dirtbilly Delux

  • @sigmanoir
    @sigmanoir Před rokem +36

    The green fuzzy fur was a spectacal to behold... I think it's a go for Trail Mater. Come on Rory, you know you want to do it.
    That was an awesome episode, so glad spring is here, blue skies and dry rocks. Great filming, and as always, thank you for taking us along.

    • @jefflilyea4669
      @jefflilyea4669 Před rokem +4

      Want to do my headliner 😁

    • @johnnyadams1755
      @johnnyadams1755 Před rokem +2

      Come on, you know Trail Mater is all function no flash😂

    • @wesman7837
      @wesman7837 Před rokem +1

      I second that, Trail Mater needs some fluorescent green troll hair headliner!

  • @MattsOffRoadRecovery
    @MattsOffRoadRecovery Před rokem +105

    Nice work!

    • @ifp8624
      @ifp8624 Před rokem +3

      Can Matt's worlds largest offroad wrecker from @Matt's Off Road Recovery go down that trail ??? Trailmaters thoughts ??

    • @YAH.
      @YAH. Před rokem +2

      Hello Matt

    • @Voyagersk9
      @Voyagersk9 Před rokem

      Great to see all the support! Love Matt’s channel! 👍👍

    • @sniperlif3
      @sniperlif3 Před rokem +1

      Matt, did you see how Rory knew a flaw and planned for it? Just saying..... (RAMPS)

  • @B4UClose
    @B4UClose Před rokem +38

    Shawn, the master of driving unpowered vehicles through the rocks!

  • @TheJollytodger
    @TheJollytodger Před rokem +66

    Still amazes me what these vehicles are capable of. Awesome job Rory 😎

    • @ravenbarsrepairs5594
      @ravenbarsrepairs5594 Před rokem

      I wouldn't discribe that WJ as anywhere near stock. Looks like 6"+ of lift, on long arms, and a number of other mods. Given the spare being on the rear hatch, I'd expect to see a tank tuck(deleting the spare tire well, with a custom fuel tank skid, gains a good 8" of clearance behind the rear axle. With such significant mods, odd to see stock axles(front at least, although it is the rear D35/D44(special one only used in WJ's and Dodge Vipers), that's known to be the weak axle given the WJ's weight.

    • @UmmmmmmmWhat
      @UmmmmmmmWhat Před rokem +2

      It's not just the size of your "tool" that matters, it's knowing how to use it. 😉

    • @harrywalker968
      @harrywalker968 Před rokem +1

      gears & lockers..mainly..

    • @wesman7837
      @wesman7837 Před rokem

      @@ravenbarsrepairs5594 NOT to mention that piece of $#it has been trashed on hard for a long time with no love!

  • @Chris38908
    @Chris38908 Před rokem +3

    Yet another example of a successful recovery from the professional ranks of a man myth an a legend Rory an his tool of choice trail mater .

  • @sumosteve665
    @sumosteve665 Před rokem +1

    Dragging dead ass weight is a chore - but TrailMater makes it look sooo freakin easy. Well done Rory!

  • @throttlewatch4614
    @throttlewatch4614 Před rokem +4

    I’ve seen people go over railroad tracks with more caution than these guys do MOAB lol

  • @larrycopenhaver
    @larrycopenhaver Před rokem +7

    all those shifters are his antitheft devices

  • @SoerenBruunJensen
    @SoerenBruunJensen Před rokem +5

    Rory is the true beast/marvel of Moab as seen during EJS. Not only did he do the 'CZcamsr-run' to Hells Gate and Meet'N Greet. But multiple recoveries also. All of that with a HUGE smile.

    • @SoerenBruunJensen
      @SoerenBruunJensen Před rokem

      And your guys are just as capable, joyful.... and cracy😂

  • @palooka6115
    @palooka6115 Před rokem +2

    It’s just like watching an ARTIST while Rory picks the way through, over, around, and on these trails that are gnarlysnarly ! NICE.

  • @pat8988
    @pat8988 Před rokem +4

    What a recovery! I kept thinking that the whole front end of that Jeep was going to rip right off!

    • @steven.h0629
      @steven.h0629 Před rokem

      Same.. it didn't want to roll over anything..

  • @rickcooper6817
    @rickcooper6817 Před rokem +24

    Another outstanding recovery by the Trail Mater Team and newest member.

  • @trubass75
    @trubass75 Před rokem +41

    It's amazing how much this channel has improved as it goes. Great communications, commentary, and even better shots. (Thanks Mike) Keep up the hard work, and as always, Thanks for bringing us along.

    • @UmmmmmmmWhat
      @UmmmmmmmWhat Před rokem +3

      Also, the great nature lessons! Save the endangered Rock-Peckers! 😂

  • @Zircon_215
    @Zircon_215 Před rokem +8

    Another sweet recovery. Like the editing when you can see Shawn hanging the camera out the door and then we get a nice segue to see exactly what he was shooting. Man I love those perfect blue skies, too! As an owner of telescopes, I wish we had them here.

  • @turobash0
    @turobash0 Před rokem +6

    Who else can see a green fluffy head lining in future for trail mator

  • @ronreith5185
    @ronreith5185 Před rokem +1

    " Many stuffed animals died to make this roof liner"
    -- classic !!

  • @willsmitherman688
    @willsmitherman688 Před rokem +1

    No one could ever convince me that this is work! Rory and the guys seem to have fun in the most beautiful office everyday!

  • @robertscranton8293
    @robertscranton8293 Před rokem +3

    INsane!!...Let's be totally honest...This is the BEST recovery channel on YT..PERIOD..!!.. Plus spray paint suspension..hahah

  • @jman642
    @jman642 Před rokem +3

    I cringed at 10:35 - I though the front axle was coming off for sure

  • @beadblaster9508
    @beadblaster9508 Před rokem +3

    Amazing how a couple of rocks placed here and there makes a huge difference

  • @anthonylee2099
    @anthonylee2099 Před rokem +2

    Great job try Rory, Shawn and Mike. Thks kris for camera crew / support backup. 🤙😎

  • @mickeydyke392
    @mickeydyke392 Před rokem +14

    Team work all around. Shawn’s driving, Mike’s rock stacking, camera work and tour guide skills and Rory’s great driving ability makes for another great video!

  • @SteveLaVoy
    @SteveLaVoy Před rokem +2

    Met Michael at your Meet n Greet during EJS. He is a great camera guy for your team. Good thing he can run!!

  • @legend7ify
    @legend7ify Před rokem +1

    ........G'day Rory team,
    the madness of some of those ledges are something else. Great skills people. Thanks for allowing us to watch.
    Cheers,
    Malcolm.

  • @moparman1962
    @moparman1962 Před rokem +7

    This channel is going to grow...because you all work hard, play hard, add some humor and let it all show.

  • @ronharrison1776
    @ronharrison1776 Před rokem +12

    I love watching you operate your wrecker up and down those mountains with cars behind . It seems you know every inch of the trails . Chris , and Shawn , Mike all make a great team .

  • @berndm9743
    @berndm9743 Před rokem +2

    You need the fuzzy green décor on the ceiling of the wrecker.

  • @El_Jaco
    @El_Jaco Před rokem +4

    Really cool seeing what improper suspension geometry (anti dive) can do...

  • @maxbialystock254
    @maxbialystock254 Před rokem +2

    The King and the Queen
    Living the Dream
    In a land of Dearth and Strife
    Flying along on their Magic Carpets
    With the Princes along for the ride
    Took me two posts but I got it! Congratulations on another unbelievable show. Long Live the King!

  • @Knightraven000
    @Knightraven000 Před rokem +2

    That roof is what happaned to Oscar the Grouch when he didn't wear a seat belt! 😂 Shawn is fearless! Awesome vid!

  • @ottawa875
    @ottawa875 Před rokem +2

    Y’all should include a water glass challenge to see who can run these trails the smoothest.

  • @timoldenburg2249
    @timoldenburg2249 Před rokem +10

    Rory is like Ice Cube, hitting the 3 wheel turn 🤘😂🤘

  • @imfloridano5448
    @imfloridano5448 Před rokem +4

    The recoveries have to be heck of expensive. That is major wear and tear on those axles, drive shaft, and transmission. The recovery team is probably burnt out at the end of the day from climbing and walking

  • @nate8088
    @nate8088 Před rokem +4

    I love the technical parts of Rory having spotters get the dead vehicle to just the right point. All of them working together are like a well oiled machine.

  • @michellonergan8517
    @michellonergan8517 Před rokem +3

    Your truck + your skill has a driver + your team = hard core situations and excellent recovery and a lot’s good moments Bravo ! 11/10.

  • @Jeeppeeps
    @Jeeppeeps Před rokem

    This channel is quickly becoming one of my favorite 4 x 4 channels, no goofy graphics no hot chicks for clicks no fancy brand new Rigs just a bad ass old square body tow truck, YJ a JK and some great driving , beautiful views and great guys.

  • @WS102
    @WS102 Před rokem +2

    When I watch these videos, I wince every time I see Trail Mater bash or smash into some nearly unachievable obstacle, and she just keeps on plowing through. It's pretty impressive to see how well she takes it all in stride and is able to stay in one piece. Any modern truck would be scrap if they tried to wheel like this on a daily basis. Guess that's what keeps her and Blue in business.

  • @somewheretoday
    @somewheretoday Před rokem +1

    I am just amazed everytime your crew goes out on a trail and brings back a broke down Jeep and makes it look so....... what word am I looking for oh yes "bad ass"!! Very entertaining!

  • @micahhenry4998
    @micahhenry4998 Před rokem +8

    Rory u need the green fuzzy head liner it would look cool and your the only person that can do stuff like that and not even slip the clutch

  • @jhorrocks8108
    @jhorrocks8108 Před rokem

    Mike, again for 2023, cameraperson of the year!

  • @vicgustafson8514
    @vicgustafson8514 Před rokem +1

    She can wheel and follows directions. She's a keeper.

  • @DownNDirty_OffRoad
    @DownNDirty_OffRoad Před rokem +1

    How many stuffed animals will it take to do Trail Maters head liner?!?! 💚 Great to see Chis out there just rollin along the trail!! Another great job filming Mike, and Shawn is the man controlling rig out the trail!!

  • @MCTheWandz
    @MCTheWandz Před rokem +1

    Rusty Spike is GNARLY AF!! Another good recovery fellas, that jeep was toasted.

  • @belindakt
    @belindakt Před rokem +1

    Dinosaur tracks- ok, right there next to the rock peckers LoL! Thanks for taking us along.....

  • @freeidaho-videos
    @freeidaho-videos Před rokem +6

    This channel continues to disprove a lot of the "common" knowledge" for making a trail rig.
    Leaf springs won't climb.
    Leaf springs don't articulate.
    You have to 4 link if you want to climb.
    BFGs are slippy slippy, not grippy grippy,
    Pickups won't rock crawl.
    You can't weld with an alternator.
    You can't video, spot and throw rocks all at the same time.
    Nicely done! ! !

  • @shirleyallen6072
    @shirleyallen6072 Před rokem +1

    Rory: between Shawn and Mike, you have the best support team and thank you to Chris as well!

  • @partain2000
    @partain2000 Před rokem +7

    That is the most amazing tow truck I have ever seen!

  • @ecurb2
    @ecurb2 Před rokem +12

    Am going to say it again, Rory is the rock whisperer. Not to mention the boss man who helps all those in the events he attends. Go Irish!

  • @flyingmachinecustomparts8227

    Thanks for sharing the ride with us !!!

  • @whyevenconsider1182
    @whyevenconsider1182 Před rokem

    Dude.. nothing makes me miss Utah more than Matt's and your videos.

  • @Voyagersk9
    @Voyagersk9 Před rokem +2

    Trail mater is unbelievable how it digs deep and brings the jeep up those rocks! So impressive! 😮😅

  • @andyprice6946
    @andyprice6946 Před rokem +1

    I love the fact that for the size of TM he is very much more capable than most would think !!😮, great team work everyone

  • @sgltrak1
    @sgltrak1 Před rokem +1

    I'm voting for a fuzzy green headliner in the TrailMater.

  • @v12alpine
    @v12alpine Před rokem +2

    I have to admit that cherokee has a surprising amount of flex

  • @dalegereaux1863
    @dalegereaux1863 Před rokem +13

    From the condition of that jeep I'm surprised more parts didn't fall off as you were towing it !
    Nice recovery 👍

  • @brucefilbert5758
    @brucefilbert5758 Před rokem +1

    Man thanks for letting me and my wife hang out with you for a minute. Your truly a nice guy. Got to meet shawn. Yall were busy so i didn't get a chance to talk to mike but yall are great.

  • @danielleczinsky1868
    @danielleczinsky1868 Před rokem +1

    I'm old at 61, but, part of my Bucket List is to make it out your way some day. I've watched every video since Matt's ORR introduced me to ya'll...

  • @mattc.310
    @mattc.310 Před rokem +1

    Mike was doing some hustling on this one. Super Shaun in the casualty. And of course Rory and Kris doing some awesome driving. Nice work getting it out.

  • @noelrossbridge2514
    @noelrossbridge2514 Před rokem +1

    Love when that big block says "nah, ya comin with me"

  • @davebanks7435
    @davebanks7435 Před rokem +1

    Love the yelled instructions to Shawn! Nothing like Rory driving two vehicles at once! ( did you forget the headsets lads??)

  • @robholt-0254
    @robholt-0254 Před rokem +1

    😁 Thanks to the Birds Foot once again, Well Done Everyone.

  • @kabelomodisadife1455
    @kabelomodisadife1455 Před rokem +1

    Rory can Wheel, this man is King!..🙌

  • @bernardstevens3613
    @bernardstevens3613 Před rokem

    MATER Paying the rent! Great Job Team Mater!

  • @lonhoschar1943
    @lonhoschar1943 Před rokem +23

    Nice recovery Rory!! You, shawn and Mike are a great team!! That was a bit of a gnarly trial. You did a great job getting the Jeep out of that place. Looks like that guy is going to be needing some suspension work!!! LOL!!

  • @richardguse3410
    @richardguse3410 Před rokem +8

    WOW! First 8 minutes going in are very impressive, and, then the recovery. Rory calls it a couple of rock stacks. What a team!

  • @deanschaffran3258
    @deanschaffran3258 Před rokem +1

    5:40 I wonder who first thought "I can do this". And I gotta think his first >words< were "hold my beer".

  • @rushthezeppelin
    @rushthezeppelin Před rokem +2

    Lol all of a sudden Trail Mater plays nice when he knows he's about to look like a fool on camera having to use another vehicle as a winch anchor lol.

  • @briansaenz4392
    @briansaenz4392 Před rokem +1

    The Three Amigos ❤ Dinosaur Colorado USA saying hello and thank you for sharing your love and talents with everyone brothers 👍🤙🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

  • @YAH.
    @YAH. Před rokem +2

    YOU GOT ANYMORE TAPE.. LOL LOL HA HAAA YOU ARE HILARIOUS

  • @susanharvey8944
    @susanharvey8944 Před rokem +2

    As always! You take my breathe away with your driving skills! Thanks for the fun!

  • @nickidewet7711
    @nickidewet7711 Před rokem +3

    I was expecting that front end to collapse at every obstacle... 😮

  • @ryan_etzel
    @ryan_etzel Před rokem +1

    10:34 "How much articulation can this front axle take?" "Yes."
    Quality work to all! Those who built the Jeep, those who broke the Jeep, and those who recovered the Jeep!

    • @pauljordan3064
      @pauljordan3064 Před 8 měsíci

      Yeah those who built the front suspension on that cherokee were real geniuses 😂

  • @nanettebarling1222
    @nanettebarling1222 Před rokem +1

    Rory and TM stepping on some toes! Watch out for that Diamond Billed Rock Pecker!

  • @concernedcitizen3651
    @concernedcitizen3651 Před rokem +6

    I would totally pay to ride along on a recovery with you guys!..

  • @keetoniswhat
    @keetoniswhat Před rokem +3

    I kind of want to know what suspension is on that Jeep so I can avoid it like the plague when I get around to building my WJ 😅
    Awesome work!

  • @bboss8048
    @bboss8048 Před rokem +1

    All that featherfoot action AND with a manual. Nuts.

  • @cristisilver3016
    @cristisilver3016 Před rokem +1

    My favorite orange YJ…and person!! A shovel & rock expert…way to go Mike!

  • @user-cd4yx1wk9t
    @user-cd4yx1wk9t Před 8 měsíci

    Driving the tow truck and spotting at the same time!The man has talent.

  • @moparman1962
    @moparman1962 Před rokem +1

    Trail Mater crew (all of you)...OUTSTANDING VIDEO!

  • @KB-gs8zi
    @KB-gs8zi Před rokem +5

    Hey Guys !!! Look at 10.02 in the video & look at that front axle when it hits the rock on the rightside !!!! Shows how much it jumps out of line to get over the climb !!! Great recovery as Always !! Chris did a very good job of driving !! 🙃😉🤔🙄👍👍👍👍👍

  • @garymeredith2441
    @garymeredith2441 Před 11 měsíci +1

    One of the things I love about your channel here Rory the areas you go to rescue off-road vehicles that are stuck you have some beautiful scenery I mean look at those mountains in the background that is beautiful .

  • @travisbohannontboogleplano6751

    Rory, the capabilities of Trail Mater and your driving and spotting skills never cease to amaze me! Also, Sean and Mike are so good together with you as a team. Again, great videography that highlights the beauty of your "office"! Great job guys.

  • @Voyagersk9
    @Voyagersk9 Před rokem +3

    Another example of team work out on the trail! You guys rock! Good job all around guys!

  • @moparman1962
    @moparman1962 Před rokem +2

    I would BET many tourists and Utah locals alike secretly hope they have to be recover-rescued by Rory and Crew on camera. It would be like them having recorded highlights of their most recent vacation to show their family, friends, coworkers, strangers at the grocery store... :)

  • @dieseldirtdude
    @dieseldirtdude Před rokem +1

    this was cool seeing chris hammering the yj, you dont show enough of her efforts calming moabs finest, good job chris!

  • @LaDonnashielded-kc7zm
    @LaDonnashielded-kc7zm Před rokem +3

    Super recovery! Where's the disco ball🤣! It's awesome watching you navigate those shifters Rory. As always you guys rocked on
    No left turn. Thank you for sharing💚❣️

  • @stephen-oi3nz
    @stephen-oi3nz Před rokem +2

    god i love how that tow truck works! and the driver Rory is a driving beast!

  • @bonebones8999
    @bonebones8999 Před rokem +1

    I can't believe the places you take trail mater though, you are a true talent.

  • @brockryan3405
    @brockryan3405 Před rokem +1

    9:56 Trail Mater stalls out, just like Rory has planned (clutch and the gearing). If the load needs that much to move, something is about to break! Best to check the situation (add a rock) and go again.

  • @raymondbrandt7831
    @raymondbrandt7831 Před rokem +3

    i no this will get a chuckle out of Rory but all honesty i would crap my pants riding with you on some of those trails lol

  • @MZ-bl6wg
    @MZ-bl6wg Před rokem +17

    This is by far THE most entertaining content to me on CZcams!! As a Utahn that takes my daughters to Moab with some of my favorite life memories there I jsut love this content and the amazing driving and recovery expertise or Rory and the team is top notch!! Also I didn’t realize she was driving at first! Bad ass! Good job!!!! Keep up the good work and congrats on the comming success on CZcams! Don’t change a thing!

  • @robinanderson9833
    @robinanderson9833 Před rokem +1

    YOUR THE KING OF MOHAB!! You need to go do a Trail mater Vs..!!! WHOEVER!!!! Absolutely awesome.!!!!

  • @kennyFF033
    @kennyFF033 Před rokem +4

    You guys are awesome! Thanks for another cool recovery.
    Might I request an episode of the Shawn and Mike Show? You know, shenanigan's, scenery, comedy, mindless trivia and facts all while trailin' some place cool

  • @markalexander5124
    @markalexander5124 Před rokem +1

    Mike, you are uch an example, a natural encourager...

  • @dustcommander100
    @dustcommander100 Před rokem +2

    That Grand Cherokee musta had a pretty soft ride. Them springs have a lot of give to 'em. You guys drive thru some scary places!