4x4 Fails 2013

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This is our group's 4x4 fail compilation and fun times from the preceding year. That is over a one year period of regular wheeling. All vehicles are daily drivers. Vehicles featured (in order of appearance):
- Jeep Grand Cherokee WH HEMI (locked front and rear) with AT's
- Toyota Land Cruiser 100-series (open diffs) with HT's
- Toyota Hilux 2010 - silver (locked front and rear) with AT's
- Nissan Navara 2010 (open diffs) with MT's
- Daihatsu Feroza 2nd Gen (open diffs) with MT's
- Toyota Hilux 7th Gen - black (open diffs) with MT's
- Toyota Land Cruiser 80-series (open diffs) with MT's
- Toyota Land Cruiser 80-series (open diffs) with MT's
- Nissan Patrol GU (front locker) with MT's
- Jeep Wrangler TJ (locked front and rear) with MT's
- Toyota Land Cruiser 200-series (traction control) with AT's
If anyone wants to see some real action, please watch this video, I'm sure you'll enjoy it:
• 4x4 Mayhem @ Wheeny Creek

[@AussieFourWheelers]

*This video just hit 5M views. Thank you to everyone who contributed* ✌

[@aaron.mjackson5244]

Aussie Four Wheelers (Hemi4WD) that's because we all thought there would be fails :)

[@poalvideo]

Aussie Four Wheelers (Hemi4WD) cool

[@randygo912]

aron.M Jackson

[@clivegar1159]

yeah 2 million users come to watch stupidy in vehical recovery

[@stevenking2980]

Clive do you have a channel that's better? I have some videos. But don't biotech unless you have videos man. Y'all take care.

[@AussieFourWheelers]

Some people can comment... but I can't see any of their videos with some examples. At least we going out there and having good time. Yes, we did some stupid things but you start off somewhere and learn from there. Thank God for no disasters and we're much more equipped now and playing it safe. Thanks to all for positive criticism, advice and feedback.

[@AussieFourWheelers]

sLowBrian Thank you very much for your concern, much appreciated. We've learnt how to do things properly now.

[@moeyalihussain]

Aussie Four Wheelers (Hemi4WD) hope you had a good time but be more prepared and carful next time :)

[@DusanStev996]

i recommend Lada Niva for off-roading :)

[@bradleycampbell5933]

everyone was a noob!! we all learn! go out and have fun, let the web wheelers talk all the trash--at least you guys get out and get dirty!

[@1radkill420]

Eww dont even reply to that stuff. 99% of those people are kids with little to no off road experience seeing what they see on the internet and thinking they are experts only 1% are actuall legit off roading adults. Dont even reply to that. The kids dont deserve it.

[@groundedlandscapedesign7072]

Decent rigs. But piss-poor driving. My biggest hint to you: you DON'T need full throttle at all times! I mean when the speedo reads 120kph and your tire makes contact, bad stuff is going to happen. Go slow = don't break stuff.

[@TheAmerican1963]

You guys are the best!!!!!! Thank you for this great video.....I love 4-wheelin' !!!!!!!

[@AussieFourWheelers]

Thank you on the compliments 😊 Glad you enjoyed watching and thanks for dropping a comment 👍 Greatly appreciated.

[@AussieFourWheelers]

Thanks mate, I'm glad you enjoyed it. Yeah, everyone's upgrading slowly, bit by bit, as the finances allow. The Navara now has both front and rear lockers, it's a beast.

[@AussieFourWheelers]

Thanks. The owner of the black Hilux is a mechanic, so doesn't cost much to maintain. LOL, dark grey, probably 'cause of dust out there. I'm glad you liked the video.

[@Flyanb]

Being a Toyota guy myself I have to give props to the Jeep bone stock shitty tires no lift and it still fares well plus the v8 sounds awesome. The cruiser had 9 lives

[@AussieFourWheelers]

Thanks 👍 for a rational, unbiased comment.

[@coreykadau684]

I think it's great you guys go out and enjoy your vehicles.

[@AussieFourWheelers]

Thanks man 👍 Stay positive.

[@jeffmech600]

its the stock 4x4 adventure team

[@camaroman101]

Lmao

[@BRollOffroad]

its actually pretty fun getting to the top of a mountain and there are 10 guys up there with $30,000 into their jeeps with their mouths open. happens all the time in the ranger, was funnier in my stock xterra, and when i got the 74 vw bus up to chinns lake , CO. people were shitting their pants. a friend of a friend actually sold his double locked, geared jeep on 40"+ tires for an open diff samurai on 32's because he said it was boring. no skill needed, turn the idle up and sit back. edit: and i'm not hating on jeeps, i'm hating on people that think they need all that stuff instead of honing the skill and doing the research to learn. way more of an accomplishment to figure out how to get the truck up there instead of paying someone to put parts in it for you so you'll be able to do it. there are a bunch of people who have a ton of money invested that push the limits of those vehicles. thats not who i'm talking about either. i'm talking about "building" a $100,000 vehicle and doing blue trails.

[@edifyguy]

As someone who has not done serious off-roading like you guys, and someone who watched your fails videos in reverse, I will observe that the stock vehicles got stuck because they didn't have enough traction or ground clearance. The heavily modified (and very beat-up) vehicles you run now have markedly better traction and ground clearance, and are definitely more capable, but tend to still get stuck because various parts of the drivetrain can't take the strain and break. Hence you still get stuck, but getting unstuck is now more about wrenching than winching, making it more expensive and time-consuming. I shudder to think how much money has been poured into building and repairing these trucks, but it does look fun. Thanks for posting it all for our entertainment. :)

[@AussieFourWheelers]

Glad you found it entertaining 👍 Thanks for watching and comparing. It's all part of the game; break/upgrade and so on...

[@oldcratch]

IFS vehicles are so funny when they try anything other than a flat dirt road! Great vid!

[@shane151184]

ifs vehicles require a driver.... solid axle u just point and steer, there is no challenge involved... i had a gq, point and steer and it got where i wanted it... quite boring really... now ive got a pajero. i love it purely because i actually have to pick my lines and pay attention to what im doing...

[@oldcratch]

Shane Foster There is a challenge where I go, I have yet to see an IFS vehicle even get 1/4 of the way through the rock trails we use. By your post you obviously don't get that serious when off-roading (and I mean "OFF-ROAD" not dirt roads or trails). Defend it all you want, doesn't change the facts, standard solid axle will always beat standard IFS when serious 4-wheeling is involved, no if, and's or but's about it. By your argument the same could be said about your rig (point and steer) when compared to a 4 door front wheel drive sedan. Kinda silly for an argument huh? No matter what, glad to see your out on the trails though.

[@TheOriginalEviltech]

You should see some of the places i went with my measily Opel vectra A hatchback... Not even the 4x4 version. It's all tyres and driver. And beeng a light car it's easy for the pasengers to get out and "carry" it out of a pickle.

[@jetmuchacho]

Ever see King of the Hammers? Half of the trucks are IFS now... These guys are just a couple pointers away from success ;)

[@oldcratch]

TRX250r08 Saying that, is like saying the Space Shuttle is just like an Ultralight...Less than half are IFS btw, and the IFS vehicles "rock bounce" not "rock crawl" (look up the difference), biiiig difference, the ONLY way they make it is full throttle with a big engine. And yes, I've seen King of Hammers live, the last 2 years I was there. I live in So-Cal, so it's in my back-yard. NIce try though... ;)

[@AussieFourWheelers]

We don't know what we're doing but we've had our fun and thank God nothing's happened and no one was hurt. We're still learning and we've changed the way we do things since then. At least, common courtesy would dictate you being nice to other people and not insult them in every post you make. If you really felt sorry for us, you'd approach this in a nice way, with nice words and give your constructive criticism. Your inner self just can't help it but display what sort of a person you really are.

[@ElectronicPleasure]

Who's the dude in the jeep with bloody road tyres on. Bet he got stuck all the time.

[@choquehuongnhungtiengnoi.1839]

85 là ujehjwj3j3i.

[@phantomwalker8251]

yeehhh but,,that v8 sound in the bush is to die for..eh..like those 79,s all sound,no idea..

[@AussieFourWheelers]

Thank you for your suggestion. Your suggestion has been recorded and logged for consideration by the project team in the coming months. A potential phase of improvements would occur no earlier than 2014.

[@nathan2483]

Good on you guys for getting out and locking the hubs, but I would highly suggest that you all go and do a day course in using your 4by's. Some of the mistakes made were very avoidable. Do it as a group and have fun on the day. This isn't a dig or flame, just a hint from a guy that has spent a lot of time out there. And you don't need the biggest lift or tyres. Knowledge of your truck will get you through more then any traction aid. Keep it up guys!

[@AussieFourWheelers]

Thanks mate :) Great comment, appreciate it.

[@danielmiller4284]

Now that's real off roading , none of those modified trucks . Just driver skill and basic stock trucks ! Great vid !

[@AussieFourWheelers]

Thanks for a positive comment mate! I appreciate it.

[@Alexis_Wajdenbaum]

I would not call that video "fails", but "cool moments"

[@AussieFourWheelers]

Thanks, LOL. Yeah it does look like it's from that tree next to it with all the other shrub and branches but in fact, it's from a rock. I'm glad you liked it. I liked some of the comments, such as 'tonight we've fish for dinner' LOL.

[@monkey0550ify]

Everyone needs to start some where but the main thing is that everyone had fun and went home safe nice video be safe and keep on trucken aloha and mahalo from oahu hawaii

[@AussieFourWheelers]

Thank you ALOHAAAA

[@AussieFourWheelers]

Thank you too for watching.

[@beechface1]

It's so nice to see 4x4's being used for what they were designed for. Much better than them being used by women to pick up kids :D

[@AussieFourWheelers]

Exactly!

[@RileyWileyTomato]

My mom use it for towing and lifting and off roading and to pick me up it a full cab 2004 toccoma SR5 platinum 4x4

[@hai_paul_]

Can your mather adoptedme?

[@johnskinner737]

True but sexist

[@AussieFourWheelers]

Thank you for your suggestion, it has been discussed to death. However, your suggestion has been recorded and logged for consideration by the project team in the coming months. A potential phase of improvements would occur no earlier than 2014.

[@domantasplunge]

this is more like win complication :D

[@AussieFourWheelers]

Thanks mate. That's what it's all about. Thanks. Glad you liked the video.

[@mr101cheese101]

R.I.P the hilux at 5:00

[@MrCrowart]

Braidan Miners Didnt sound the best when it let go looks like lots of $$$$$

[@SJB666]

+Braidan Miners Looked as if it got kicked in the nuts

[@peterf.229]

+pdowg yadaddy broke the knuckle at the axle I think

[@muhammadashraf-gg6to]

xxx

[@Shtoops27]

+pdowg yadaddy i reckon tie rod end let go. probably stuffed the cv too.

[@AussieFourWheelers]

Thanks mate. Considering those were the only snags in that year out of all other wheeling that's been done, it's not bad. Yeah, I've replaced that towball with a recovery hitch since then after being advised about the danger. I've also replaced my old worn AT's with MT's now, you can check it out in my recent videos.

[@theJimmyGoogs]

DAMN! SNATCHING OFF THE WINCH?!!!??!?!?!?!?!?! WTF COME ON!

[@AussieFourWheelers]

Thanks mate! Sometimes it's more convenient and quicker to use a snatch strap and sometimes tree's are a bit far away. On the Hilux, we straightened the steering rod and it drove out on 3 lugs, then towed home.

[@kenzo201093]

5:06 OUCH :(

[@AussieFourWheelers]

The black Grand Cherokee, the silver Hilux and the white Wrangler already had front and rear lockers. The 200-series silver Land Cruiser doesn't need them as the traction control system works well (see in other video). The red Nissan Navara got front and rear lockers installed after that. The gold 100-series (sold) at the beginning, the blue and gold 80-series Land Cruisers at the end, the blue Daihatsu Feroza, the black Hilux have no lockers yet.

fails?

[@AussieFourWheelers]

The towballs aren't rated to take that strain and the bolt that holds it can easily break off and the ball flies like out of a slingshot into the recovery vehicle. People have died or have gotten badly injured as a result. That was the second time we did it in the video and after learning about it, never again. Now there's a proper hitch recovery shackle in place.

[@whitelightning4031]

this isnt a fail compilation, its a slithering about compilation....

[@AussieFourWheelers]

Hmmm... trying to understand your point...

[@whitelightning4031]

well i wouldn't class these as "fails" a fail would be a drowned engine or something really stupid

[@AussieFourWheelers]

Broken steering rod, rim, tailshaft, flooded transmission, etc aren't really stupid things, cool. Makes me feel good now, thanks.

[@AussieFourWheelers]

Haven't used bungie straps, have used snatch straps and tow straps. Don't like tow straps but snatch straps are good, sort of, in between the tow and bungie straps.

[@01dirtydirt]

I love yalls videos, actual 4x4 on the trail having fun. Most of these guys talking smack don't have a rig and if they do they forgot about when they fist bought it and had a blast wheeling it stock, or they are the pit of shit in this good old USA and daddy built them a rock bouncer for there dust rig and never had to work there ass off for parts......great job guys love the vids keep it up, would love to ship my WJ or WK over there to ride the trails with you some day

[@AussieFourWheelers]

Thanks bud 👍 Rarely understanding people comment on this video, but the likes testify that majority people like it. Thanks a lot for putting it in words. New installment coming again soon. You are more than welcome to join us on an adventure if you ever come over.

[@AussieFourWheelers]

I'm glad you like the video :) Thanks.

[@aldysundoro]

this not fail thats rescue

[@AussieFourWheelers]

No, it was in Lithgow and the Central Coast NSW.

[@mdrury93098]

I think its funny how some people think just because they have a Jeep they can go anywhere lmfao

[@bradleyporter5454]

Legit lol

[@BG-sn2zm]

MVP GAMING and generally with toyota/nissan/any 4x4 brand people can get cocky but jeepers are famous for it

[@AussieFourWheelers]

Yeah, it does. Amazes a lot of Nissans and Toyotas and actually, being almost stock, does tracks that some of them can't.

[@AussieFourWheelers]

Thanks mate. Did you mean the 200-series? It had a broken turbo module and didn't have power to climb any hills and was stuck in limp mode in 4LO. Dealer fixed everything the next day under warranty without fuss. Yes, you probably recognised it, there were many parts from Mt Walker. It's a nice place.

[@boyceful]

That was freaking awesum... Good to see real 4wdriving with pretty much standard 4wd's.. Loved it !!

[@DazdnCofuzd]

This is the best way to do stuff like this is with a group of friends, that way u look out for each other and have a good time at the same time!!!

[@AussieFourWheelers]

Thank you for your suggestion. Your suggestion has been recorded and logged for consideration by the project team in the coming months.

[@mpkelley20]

Great video! I wouldn't call these fails. Without stuff like this, it isn't wheeling!!

[@thejakester79]

You guys have balls trying to do stuff with trucks that were not only not made for it, but not tricked out very much if at all. I applaud you for trying. I had a 1998 GMC Jimmy 2 Door. 4.3 L Vortec V6. That thing had power, and with a good set of tires, would go all over the damn place. Had I not been stupid and blown the transmission, I'd still have it to this day. Miss that little beast.

[@AussieFourWheelers]

Yes you're right! In that instance it was the steering rod. I was only saying it as a general thing as he keeps snapping CV's and can't enjoy the fun out on the track as much, which is not shown in the video.

[@AussieFourWheelers]

The issue here is not about what you like or you don't like, the issue is about how you exhibit your behaviour towards other human beings and the judgment was made upon your constant failure to recollect yourself at every prior post. Courtesy and respect should be number one, regardless whether you like something or not.

[@AussieFourWheelers]

Yes it is. Rydal is a nice place.

[@AussieFourWheelers]

I can't remember exactly but at the time we did the Cut Rock Rd and I think that was in between Burnt Bridge Rd and Plank Hill Rd where they meet.

[@AussieFourWheelers]

Thanks for putting it nicely, yeah, we've improved on the way we do things. Cool you recognised the tracks. I'm glad you enjoyed the video.

[@AussieFourWheelers]

Thank you so much. I'm really glad that you enjoyed the video and appreciate it.

[@AussieFourWheelers]

8:10 broken turbo module, stuck in 4LO and loss of power to climb hills. Limped home.

[@realmortician]

Getting stuck and getting pulled out isn't fails. That's the name of the game. Looks like a good group of friends.

[@AussieFourWheelers]

Yep, got brand new MT's on it now. You can see it on some of the recent videos.

[@AussieFourWheelers]

Thanks mate, we really enjoy the bush. Yeah, we've come a long way now in terms of safety. Sometimes you think "it's only a small tug" or standing around the cable, etc. but really, one shouldn't risk at all, not worth it if things go wrong.

[@MrSeantech]

I think its really cool to see daily going out for a good time.

[@AussieFourWheelers]

Sure is, thanks for watching. Glad you can see the good times in it 😉

[@MartinBettler]

Actually the Grand Cherokee made much better than I would have thought in the beginning… Nice video!

[@AussieFourWheelers]

Thanks mate. Oh, you'll do really good in the cruiser locked, let us know. We're going to Ourimbah this weekend. Bit wet though.

[@AussieFourWheelers]

Yep, tie rod it was. We just bent it back and crawled out of the mountain with a broken rim and 3 lug nuts missing/broken, then got towed home.

[@AussieFourWheelers]

What a nice display of manners your parents have taught you.

[@AussieFourWheelers]

I'm glad you enjoyed it. Thanks.

[@bradg350]

That jeep, goes to show you don't need 12 inches of lift and 35's to have a great time. Awesome vid.

[@AussieFourWheelers]

Thanks mate, glad you enjoyed watching it.

[@Steinwaygrande]

I`ve seen people hitch their snatch strap to the towball. Result was one towball through the windscreen and one critically injured driver. Glad to see one person fitted proper recovery hooks and not use the tow ball - recipe for death or serious injury. Good video guys. Hope you all learnt something constructive from thats days outing, We were all beginners at some time or another. I avoid mud holes and water crossings like the plague.

[@kokigami5492]

This is exactly why I bought a 4x4. Looks awesome fellas.

[@chrisohaire6188]

"here let me pull your landy out with my cherokee" said no one ever. what a beast.

[@my2centsworth298]

Great video guys! I like seeing people having fun with regular everyday vehicles. This just goes to show that you do not need to have a $100,000 buggy with 800 hp to have a good time 4 wheeling! Thanks for posting the vid.

[@AussieFourWheelers]

Thank you for the positive comment, I'm glad you enjoyed watching it and will try my best to keep it that way.

[@AussieFourWheelers]

+my2cents worth Here's a new one, 4x4 Fails 2016. Enjoy: kzbin.info/www/bejne/r3muiHyApbiWiNk

[@AussieFourWheelers]

شكرًا جزيلا.

[@AussieFourWheelers]

Yes it is. Thanks.

[@gasperajdnik5627]

Greetings from Slovenia 🇸🇮

[@AussieFourWheelers]

Greetings from Australia 🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦 🇺 thank you for watching our videos and commenting on them 👍👍👍 I travelled through Slovenia 27 years ago. My son was in Venice at the end of last year, which wasn't far from the border ✌

[@gasperajdnik5627]

Thats awesom mate 😎 I have a friend det lives in australia and I have a 2020 ford ranger wildtrak

[@Ajaxaxxess]

Great to see a group having fun with their daily drivers! Looks like a blast and even stuck.. good spirits!!

[@AussieFourWheelers]

Read some comments first. I agree with you on the first 2 issues. In regards to the snatch strap recovery, learn how to recover with them first. The first that broke was actually a tow strap, so yeah, not good.

[@AussieFourWheelers]

Thanks a lot mate, glad you liked it.

[@AussieFourWheelers]

Oh yeah! Thanks! We have so much fun with our fourbies.

[@UNR8D01]

Nice effort boys! thought the 80s were going to take a nap on a couple of occasions, might have to go for a play in the lithgo forest when im down that way.

[@mahdey]

Probably one of the best videos on youtube.

[@insanesna1l]

Awesome video mate, loved it. I love watching blokes try and stop 4x4s from tipping over :-) I know its a counter balance but it just always seems like "i'm so tough, my 100kg can stop this 3 tonnes from falling"!

[@AussieFourWheelers]

Thanks mate! Those close calls with the 80-series were at the Watagans.

[@jbmopar1971]

Wow, what a beautiful country! Great times!

[@AussieFourWheelers]

Thank you 👍

[@airforcefun]

The almost roll-overs had me gritting my teeth! I wish I had the money to do this as a pastime!

[@AussieFourWheelers]

+airforcefun Here's a new one, 4x4 Fails 2016. Enjoy: kzbin.info/www/bejne/r3muiHyApbiWiNk

[@4x4simon4x4simon]

Good to see you guys out there and having a laugh. That's what 4x4ing is all about. Stay safe. Nice vid.

[@wandilengcobo651]

This is kinda videos that keep us goin. Real staff. Great fun fellas. Wish I were there

[@AussieFourWheelers]

+wandile ngcobo Thanks man. Here is the newest one, 4x4 Fails 2016, enjoy: kzbin.info/www/bejne/r3muiHyApbiWiNk

[@nova6323]

This is the most fun 4x4 video I've ever seen!!! Keep it up and don't worry about haters, we all start somewhere

[@AussieFourWheelers]

Thanks mate, glad you enjoyed it and noticed we had heaps of fun.

[@AussieFourWheelers]

Very easy. He's got a 5 inch lift with a 2 inch diff drop and no lockers. So without lockers, you can't crawl over so somethings gonna give way with a bit of force. Without lowering the diff, CV angles are terrible and he'll keep snapping CV's until that is sorted. He can't lower the diff any more than 2 inches without modifying the cross member, which is in the way. So the best and cheapest remedy would be to keep it at 3 inches lift (keep the 2 inch diff drop) and get a front auto locker.

[@heartsky]

Well color me learned. There's a lot of similar terrain here in So. California, and my world opened up after putting a rear locker in my Cherokee XJ. Thanks for the vid, looks like you guys have a bunch of fun going out.

[@AussieFourWheelers]

Are you saying that based on your own experience??? My Jeep is a 2005 model with a HEMI engine. It has been going offroad regularly for the past 2 years. Considering it's now 8 years old, it served me great. I had not one issue with it. It is an amazing vehicle and hasn't missed a beat. I also had the model (WJ) prior to this one and if I wasn't confident in them then, I woudn't have gotten this one either. Maybe I was just lucky with 'em. Get a Patrol? Well, yeah, I did get a GU Patrol too :)

[@thesantuary]

Looks like everyone had a good time and a nice size group

[@flickinlures]

great work and well produced you blokes are dead set the quintessential 4wd's of this great country - well done

[@Buzzweld]

Lovely vid, and some shockers. Some of them were down right power before thought, but over an entire year, that's going to happen to even good drivers. Great vid.

[@50rutledge]

Those are some tough trails, good work fellas! It's cool to see so many wagon body style vehicles with open diffs tackling serious terrain. Thanks for the vid!

[@AussieFourWheelers]

50rutledge Thank you too. Great to see people who appreciate wheeling efforts.

[@AussieFourWheelers]

All this was over a one year period, so in that case, not bad considering the total amount of terrain covered.

[@AussieFourWheelers]

Thanks mate. The Hilux @ 5:00 had steering rod, steel rim and 3 lug bolts broken.

[@jacohattingh213]

Yes, it's seen later in the vis as well.

[@pepesolano1885]

I would say wins and not fails, awsome video of real people having real fun! Many thanks for sharing!

[@AussieFourWheelers]

Thanks, we like to have fun with them.

[@AussieFourWheelers]

Yeah, it was fun. Glad you enjoyed the vid. Thanks.

[@ChrisBWelch]

Fab video! Looks like you guys have a great laugh in your trucks. Gonna have to break my Outie in!

[@AussieFourWheelers]

Thanks man. That's what it's all about. Joy and happiness :)

[@norcobigfootrider]

I think the best part of all this was watching the grand cherokee just pull everyone else around lol

[@vish4452]

The best team work demonstrated by team. Very positive video.