Harbor Freight Apex Winch Hang Test and Offroad Test. Recovering 3 Vehicles! (PART 2)
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- čas přidán 12. 12. 2019
- PART 2: Dirt Complex takes the Tacoma along with their 500k Toyota 4runner to hit the snowy trails for an offroad adventure. Here we test out the Harbor Freight winch in real world scenarios! In the previous Part 1 video we hung the 4runner from the ceiling with Harbor Freight's Brand new Badland Apex 12,000 lb. Winch.
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That guy on the jeep has no business driving off road
His gf needs to find a real man >_
@@thegfxmech5475 🤣🤣🤣🤣
Just another Rent~A~Jeep rescue.......
Or owning a jeep
Yeah a lot of people think 4x4 Jeep means unstoppable
To those berating the Wrangler driver for inexperience, how much experience did you start off with?
Kudos for helping him (twice). He has learned a bit more from you.
Yup! He had a great attitude and he said he learned a lot from this experience. I can't make fun of him knowing that fact. Even experienced drivers can underestimate the snow!
getting stuck is inevitable.
@@jowchie
If one doesn't get stuck occasionally then one hasn't found their limits.
I'm new to 44-wheeling (inexperienced). I push my boundaries a little more each outing. Haven't gotten stuck yet, but I have some recovery gear and learning what I can about self-recovery.
@Patrick Kelly
true, but even if you don't have a clue what you are doing it shouldn't be that hard to understand that you don't stand on the brakes when you are getting winched.
You should only be doing what you are actually capable of doing.
It's not rocket science, know your ability. Sometimes people get over confident due to the vehicle they can buy. You see it all the time in the Super car world! Idiot spends a fortune on a fast car without taking actual driven courses to make himself a better driver and they wreck.
Until you are more knowledgeable about off roading, stick to smaller trails without snow and mud. Build yourself up to levels of capability.
Harbor Freight needs to sponsor you all after this. Had me glued till the end! 🤭🙌👍🏼
Hahha thanks for the kind words! More videos to come!
4th gen 4runners rule! I love my 15 year old 6 cylinder beast! Never lets me down!
the guy in the jeep was clueless
I really enjoy your videos! Thanks for the great content. I also appreciate that I can watch them with my son and not have to worry about inappropriate content.
Thanks for testing the lesser known products out there, not everyone that loves off-roading can afford thousands of dollars worth of tires, armor and winches.
Great channel!
Wow. Comments like these are very motivating. Thank you! Offroading 10 years ago wasn't about all the glitz and glamour like it is today. We did multi day trips with a cooler and some firewood. No fancy fridges or kitchens. Either way, glamour or not, as long as you're out there to enjoy nature than it's all good company!
Great video, worth the wait. Liked the how to part at the end. Entertaining and instructive. Thanks again
Thanks for being a fan!
Haha, I just subscribed yesterday to see part two and here it is. Great job.
Perfect timing. Thanks! Really appreciate it!
Super glad you are posting content to show the eBay and Wheel options that are a fraction of the cost and provide just as much reliability as their expensive counterparts. And yes I have 4 Xbull recovery tracks on each of my trucks and they work like a charm!
When Jeep boi had his foot on the brake with the engine turned off while you were winching him. 😂🤦🏻♂️
Great to see you help others even better to see your family out with you having fun!
Great video and you have a lovely family. Good job bringing your boy out and teaching him good life lessons.
Ready for the bumper install video :)
looks like im getting this winch. thanks for the review.
Awesome! Thanks for watching!
Subscribed!!! Keep them videos coming
Your videos are raw man, love it.
Awesome. Thanks!
Great video! I miss wheeling in Lytle Creek! Glad that winch works for you!
Thanks! It's nice there. Plenty of trails. Close to Cleghorn and close to home.
Very nice of you to help him out all the way
OlllllO
👍🏽🙂
“And they all get a participation award and I’m sure that pisses you off” 🤣🤣🤣 that just earned you a new sub
Just got mine for $499 did an unboxing & install video! Very high quality winch for the price
Great video! Enjoyed both videos detailing the strength and use of the wench.
Thank you. Really appreciate the kind words!
Man I wish I had a lift crane in my workshop. That was epic bro!
Love the vids man! Keep up the good work! Just picked up 04 4runner v8 4x4 same color as yours. I bought for work truck. I also have 2012 tundra that’s all done up just to pretty to work out of. Lol! But I have a lot of plans for the 4runner.
Nice review on the winch from harbor freight. I just stopped by store yesterday and thought watching couple reviews on CZcams and saw u guys video today. Good job!!!
Thanks! Harbor Freight is getting better!
Dirt Complex that’s beautiful. Hopefully can c more review videos regarding towards 4Runner modification coming up.
Dude. This is actually awesome and hilarious.
Thanks!!! Really appreciate it!
Good stuff bro!
Thanks. I still have a lot of stuff to post!
Well sorted video! 👌
Y'all are the prime examples of Yota owners!! 🤘😎🤙
That is a nice looking 4th gen. The mods that you have done look really good and not over the top. Money spent wisely. Looks like I am going to have another channel to follow :)
Thanks! We all have our different priorities. I learned 10 years ago that you don't need all that fancy stuff to have fun offroading. Basic recovery gear and good tires will take you to plenty of places with confidence!
Good stuff DC! It's been nuts this season with all the snow! You gotta get up to Juniper Flats up behind Big Bear.
Bro thanks for the videos....I’m getting one now
Awesome! Thanks for watching!
The participation trophy got me 😆
Awesome series man, its amazing how much fun you've found with that cheap little crappy 4runner lmao
and i mean "cheap little crappy 4runner" with the utmost respect, super impressive given the origin
That Jeep guy should have never been alone out there. Spare tire is stock and no recovery equipt. Don't let the Jeep guys see this video.
Haha yeah the experience Jeepers might be a bit harsh. You're right though, he was lucky we happened to pass by or he would've been spending the night there.
Your right I saw it im ashamed he should buy a Honda and stay on the road
Great video
nice video brah
Great review man! please put up any videos if you do happen to run into trouble with this winch or if it craps out.. its always hard to trust HFT products but you've convinced me on this one for sure. ALSO I'm enjoying your videos overall, keep em coming!
Wow. Thank you. I will definitely post updates on the winch in the future! Only time will tell since it's such a new product.
That's some funny shit right there !!....Subscribed !!
Everybody thinks that Jeeps are unstoppable. Just because you have a lifted Jeep with big tires doesn't mean you have the brains to operate it or to do it safely
Awesome video, I love going out to Lytle Creek, good place to camp as well. Keep the videos coming maybe I’ll see you out there sometime.
Is your build on Instagram?
Thanks! I don't have the build on IG but that would be a good idea. Ig account is also dirt complex
Big question is when you need it a year from now will it still save yer butt? That's the thing about reviewing "new" stuff, it "almost" always works out of the box, but how is it for the long haul!
You saved that dude from a long very long cold night lol
You guys sold me on this wench man thanks
Thank you for watching!
Feels the winch pulling: stands on the brake. Then puts it in reverse but leaves the engine off. Just wow.
Nice video! 3rd time is the charm for the Jeeper.
Thanks for the kind words!!
Hey man awesome video im also a 4th gen guy and does your 4 runner have the center locking diff ? Just curiouse
Snow wheelin is great!
It's the best.... never a dull moment in snow.
What set up you got on the 4Runner? I have a 04 sport edition 4x4 V8 Stratosphere Blue running the same wheels. Looking to lift it a bit and add bigger tires. Thanks. Just subscribed
"He's on the brakes but the jeep is off." 😆🤣😂
I just installed the APEX winch. One thing I can't figure out is how to charge the wireless remote.. The instructions do not say anything about it. My guess is that you need to leave it plugged into the winch with the cable.???
Which is needed, better tires or a better driver?
Nice vid!! kudos for helping the Jeep out.. I haven’t come to terms to add a winch to my new F150 yet. Especially after the miscommunication that happen during the purchase Which I ended up with the 2.7L vs 3.5 L eco boost.
Hey thanks for watching!!
Snow angels with trucks...pretty cool.
How is the road noise with this bumper compared to the stock bumper?
That guy in the Jeep.......just WOW!
unlocked and not aired down!?
Looked like the jeeps tires weren't in the greatest of conditions for off road surfaces.
Man i love the look of your 4runner i just get a 2007 and i want exact the same bumper and rims that you have.
Hey thanks! Check out the ebay bumper video I posted for more info on the bumper. It's a good bang for buck bumper. I'm changing mine out for the Demello bumper in preparation for a crazy video.
That’s nice of you to help that Jeep!
Did you like this video better? I calmed the music down quite a bit hahaha.
Dirt Complex yes, don’t get me wrong I love your videos. Glad you came back it’s been awhile. Just the techno music being loud is my only complaint. I love your intro music tho!
That bumper for a Tacoma fits on the 4runner just fine? Or do you need to do modifications?
Yes it pretty much bolts on, but there's some cutting needed. I will be posting a video soon.
Do any of you not know about airing down the tires?
We usually do. I'll admit, during the summer these are pretty easy trails we were definitely lazy about airing down that night. The amount of snow was definitely unexpected. Goes to show... airing down before at a more comfortable spot is always best!
I’m late but let’s gooooo!!!
My reply is late but let's still gooooooo!!!
I have a 12000 lb winch from harbor freight on maybe 4000lb jeep xj and even buried to the front bumper it always pulls hard. And have lifted other truck in to trees. Normally the only problem with them is anchoring the pulling truck to something that wont move.
There are enough positive reviews on this winch that it's hard to ignore them!
That 4 runner is nice. I was also thinking about getting one of those Apex winches. When are you gonna slap some lockers on that thing?!
Nothing's better than a snowy lytle creek and having untouched snow.
I'll subscribe for that . that was fun...Ive had 2 4runners an 84'& 85 and now have a supercharged full on 4x4 03 Tacoma.... I helped winch a couple about 2 weeks ago that were stuck in a snowdrift and had been digging out for over an hour right next to a busy road. The guy asked me in these words "why would you stop and help us?".. I told him it was good Karma and I hadn't gotten to use my winch in awhile. then I got to teach the guy how to carry the right momentum through the snow drift to not jump or high center again.
Awesome stuff! It's good wheeling karma to help anyone in need! I had an 87 with SAS and the soft topper. I loved that thing. Sold it when my son was born because I needed something a little more family friendly. 1st gen tacomas are a great size! I can't believe how expensive they still are!
And you can use the traction boards to stop sideways slip while winching too!!
Great vid! Still waitin on that taco bumper install. From looking at the video looks as if you got the 5pc design and didnt weld it together?
Yeah I got the 5 piece design that bolts together. Welding it would really be just for looks. Hopefully I get the video up soon.
@@DirtComplex I think it looks pretty good as is. If you don't plan to heavily abuse it by driving it into objects, I don't see a need to weld it together. Also makes installing the bumper less of a headache and a 1 man job.. LoL.
I’d love to see the video too...I’ve got an 03 Sport V6, been looking at Lil’ b hybrid bumper but this is much cheaper. How much does it weight? Hope it’s around 100 lbs, looks like I’ve found my inexpensive but reliable winch too! Thanks so much for your work. I look forward to seeing how you fitted this Taco bumper to your Runner!
Any info on your opening clips on the hill the taco goes up ??
And the set up on the taco ?
That hill is in the south west corner of Joshua Tree. Taco is currently running King Coilovers, OME Leafs, and 295/70/17 Milestar Patagonias... BUT! He was COMPLETELY STOCK in that intro scene!
The Wrangler could have easily made it with a more experienced driver the guy was just dumb no matter what he's driving
Watching your vid is getting me super pumped about heading to Colorado next year to do some trail riding in my F250. Gonna make the trip form Ohio and hopefully make it back lol. Imogene Pass has always been on my bucket list. Although the switchbacks will probably a little nerve racking in a crewcab Powerstroke. Wouldn't mind to hit Cali some day too.
Hell yeah thanks for watching! Yeah those switchbacks might take a couple turns. Nice thing about wheeling in a full size is you're weight can help with traction in the snow. Also, you'll be the guy that everyone looks at when they need to be pulled out! hahaha. I tried pulling my buddy's wrangler out when he was stuck in the snow. Took me 5 tires to move him 10 ft. Then anF350 diesel comes along and pulls him a mile without breaking a sweat.
@@DirtComplex Yeah, I know all about that lol. I've had to pull broken vehicles out of the Silver Lake dunes in Michigan multiple times with my F250.
So you recommend the Badlands winch do ya?
I'm up at Lytle quit a bit. Hope to meet up one day. I have a 4th gen. as well. Been contemplating on which winch to get. Are you still running the Apex Badland? Great vid. very entertaining.
On that 2nd winch attempt the front wheels should be turned right so front of jeep rolls to left out of hole as it's winched. The winch pulls the rear
Both could have learned something with this advice.
Hi! Thanks for the great info! How’s the winch holding up? What’s the 1 year quick review?
Still going strong! Haven't used it as much as I'd like to, but I guess that's a good thing!
Would you say it is a reliable winch? Synthetic rope holdsup decently?
Somehow I got stuck in the same hole..
That's what he said!!! Lol!
Haha. Oh man.
Cool, I was looking into the harbor freight winch looks like it works well.
You need to invest in a Winch Recovery Damper. 👍👍
Yeah. I actually went into 4wp riverside to buy a kit that same morning. What I learned was their online system is complete BS. Two items that showed in stock were not in stock.
Is that really necessary with the synthetic line on that winch??
Yup! Watch Ronnie Dahl’s vid on this.
@@Klownguy22 unless you want a potential flying projectile to smash into your windshield
James Perez synthetic line will lose all static energy when the line breaks, unlike the cable line.
Man seeing you rig almost makes me wish I got a V8 4th gen vs my 5th gen.
Get both 😂
Why are your cross bars so close together? jc
Good job guys. I drive Jeep but can't knock Toyota since I was in charge of Import/Export until I retired several years go. I also agree with the comment that the guy in the Jeep had no business doing off the road. Keep up the good job and stay safe. p.s. I'm in East Tennessee , ever get this way let me know. Jim
WTG!
I totally subscribed because you used some punk-esq tunes at the beginning of this video, and the first part was awesome because your Toy didnt flip over in the air on the winch...
Thanks!!!
what trail is that/road?TIA
That driver of the Jeep should not leave his driveway. Lol
I've had a harbor freight 12000lb winch on my 95 Chevy Tahoe and never be afraid to get stuck they are strong and hold up really well doesn't matter if you have 2 or 4wd that winch will pull you out
Where are you guys wheeling?
Would have loved to see the winch and bumper install.
Coming soon!
Off-roading is not for everyone especially that clown driving the jeep
Jeeps are horrible in the snow, I've pulled more than my fair share of them out. They are too light and don't get enough traction.
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I have the same wench. Bought it for my car hauler trailer... I've pulled some big dead vehicles up on the trailer with just the wench... no problems. "I couldn't get stuck"... no kidding... you're driving a Toyota! :D
Haha thanks for watching! Glad to hear about someone else who has used the winch!
what trail was it when you went back in the day time
Serious, I'd love to know as well.
It's a relatively easy trail. The big gate at the end is always locked. It was open once, if you go up it you end up at the ski lifts of Mt. Baldy... pretty sure you're not supposed to do that though hahahaha.
Big Horn Campground
Lytle Creek, CA 92358
maps.app.goo.gl/hh9h6aq1E5WkQynH6
Where is that at?
Do you have a build video on the 4runner?
I don't, but I'm thinking of putting it on the Dirt Complex Instagram account
She wants the English disco. Best of both worlds :)
Coming from a jeep owner, this man has no reason offroading or even owning a jeep if 1. He couldn't get through that but a toyota could, 2nd like really. Foot on the brake ? That's just common sense
Yeah the driver was very humble so at least he learned a lot from this experience. We have a 2020 Wrangler Rubicon V6 joining the channel. I love Toyotas but any real car enthusiast can't deny that wranglers are bad ass! (Older cherokees are cool too haha)
@@DirtComplex even if he didnt have lockers, he should've made it lol. Wranglers are capable even the basic sport models
Yeah my 4runner has nothing fancy. No lockers. Made it just fine. It was definitely driver inexperience and that's why I didn't poke fun at the wrangler during the video.
Has Jack shit to do with Jeep/ Toyota. Tires-Driver etc . And yes i own a gen 1 Tacoma 3 XJs and a CJ .
Dirt Complex -you have ATRAC, effectively it’s an LSD at each axle. It’s very capable and easier on the driveline than a locker. Yota LandCruisers, FJ’s and Runners are easily as capable as most Jeeps. I’ve owned an 85 & 03 4Runner and a 95 YJ (4.0L & 5spd). Jeeps are a blast top down, on the dunes and off road..especially top down...but the ride beats the hell outa you, the death wobble sucks and mine broke all the time. I love working on trucks but not in the Mojave.
I like knowing my runner’s getting me home from the middle of the desert, that it’s got all the modern safety nannies on road, that I don’t need to see the chiropractor after a trip and I can sleep inside it comfortably when it’s blistering hot or freezing cold and wet.
What is that glowing off isn’t he distance at 1:50?
That's the headlight glow from interstate 15 southbound going down the Cajon pass
Nice of you to have helped that guy out. With unexpected weather and possibly not being prepared to stay the night in that Jeep it could have turned out bad for them. Also, even if it's freezing cold, crack the windows slightly open if you'll sleep in your vehicle. Carbon Dioxide can build up in a vehicle within hours and can kill. So be prepared. Other things to do if stuck in snow or sand are your floor mats or remove air from your tires. Be safe out there.
We've been stuck for 16 hours in some nasty mud. Also always great to have some snacks!!!
I've been to Wrightwood a few times. How did you get on that road? Can you send the directions?
It’s beautiful out there, where is this?
North America
You live in Fontana?
Are you guys not airing down? Looks like your full psi.
We usually do. I'll admit, during the summer these are pretty easy trails we were definitely lazy about airing down that night. The amount of snow was definitely unexpected. Goes to show... airing down before at a more comfortable spot is always best!
That is beautiful country.. where were you filming?
Lytle Creek in Southern California. It's not always full of snow. Maybe only a couple weeks out of the year.