A Hunter's Truck In The Snow

[@LUNITICWILL]

Big D has a 460 right? I got a 460 sitting in storage in Northern Colorado. if ya guys want and find yourselves up this way, you can have it. I ain't got a use for it.

[@splatterize]

BUMP!

[@wesman7837]

Awesome! 👌 👍 The motor in Bid D sounds pretty tired! 😢 😴 😪 😩

[@craigr6763]

How cool how we all come together to support Rory. Some buy a hoodie another will give an engine!

[@xbear7473]

what a nice guy

[@trailmater]

I appreciate it. I also have a spare 460 at the shop. Not sure what the future will hold for this truck.

[@bodgernuggins6002]

Being a longtime Ford pickup guy I have a soft spot for Big D. I hope you don’t abandon it entirely.

[@michelbrodeur6055]

I'm glad you pay homage to where it all started as Trail Mater. You've come a long way from then to now and from what we as the viewers see you as that same humble guy. The only thing that changed is how you talk on the channel and you got two guys that bring out your inner shenanigans. Good luck fixing Big D and Thanks for the videos.

[@NeoJ4K3]

Big D is one of my favorites! I hope we are on the timeline where he gets some love and back to doing work!

[@ryanjapalucci983]

Big D is my favorite rig of your fleet. I am saddened and hope to see it again.

[@joeanco1993]

Man, you're as good as the mailman... Neither snow nor rain, nor heat, nor gloom of night stays this Trailmater from the swift completion of his appointed recovery.👍

[@kjsgarden]

4:25 right about that same spot years ago we picked up two German girls who had rented bicycles and had been told that road would be an easy one to ride. They were very red-faced and heat-exhausted, one more than the other. We managed to strap their bikes on our jeeps and clear seats for them; fortunately one of us knew German and could converse on the way back to town. The less-affected rider told us, “my friend, she is kaput!”

[@jaegeen]

How lucky that Big D lasted through the end of that recovery.

[@donalddarbonne779]

Not everything is worn out on big D. The fire extinguisher looks brand new.

[@michael1988CA]

Props to Rory filling a gap on thin metal out of position with 7018 rod. You do not learn that in school!

[@wesallen4228]

Stick welding thin metal is not easy.

[@Kevin-ti3rz]

It would look like cheese if I tried to weld it , Swiss cheese that is full of holes

[@wirebrush]

Rory is a real weldor

[@dangerrangerlstc]

To be fair, that engine sounded clapped out when you first got it. That it lasted this long is amazing.

[@userer4579]

And then they worked it like a rented mule with no attempt to fix or maintain it.

[@launceherron]

Awesome

[@marvincarter870]

Rory and Shawn recovered a sxs then broke Big D out of storage to recover a Dodge truck that a hunter broke the transmission in in the snow! Good video and pretty scenery to boot!

[@Iowaguy13]

Rory, it's nice seeing that ring on your finger now. Congratulations on getting married a few weeks ago!

[@HotRodMonza1776]

RING its a LEASH

[@Iowaguy13]

@HotRodMonza1776 negative

[@LaDonnaShielded-kc7zm]

@hotrod it's a blessing. She's been by his side !

[@kuebby]

@@HotRodMonza1776 Ok boomer

[@HotRodMonza1776]

@@kuebby STFU KID NO ONE ASKED YOU

[@judycrystal5473]

❤CONGRATULATIONS Rory & Chris!🎉

[@outdoorsandoffroads.599]

I love how the camera captured Justins truck passing by. Plz dont give up on big D it’s a unique rig to your fleet.

[@1a1u0g9t4s2u]

A master craftsman will have more than one type of hammer as not all jobs will be the same. Just as a brick layer will have multiple types of hammers so too does a roofer. Rory has a fleet of vehicles to select the correct one for the job. I respect that as I wish I was in that position. Thanks for sharing.

[@DaveBanks-v1b]

Just love the John Clark inserted clips - he was such a laugh in his day with deadpan humour - love this posting guys :)

[@eekee6034]

I didn't realise there was a "front fell off" thing long before Fukushima 2011. I used to run an operating system named after the latter. "9front -- the front fell off"; crazy kids developed that out of Plan 9 from Bell Labs, which was itself named after one of the worst movies ever made.

[@TravisBrodie-iv8zh]

You've put several transmissions and motors in your other trucks give d some love

[@kenzodrow9604]

then they wont have anything to put down im not branded on ford chevy or dodge but a chevy man shouldnt have anything but a chevy he will sell the farm to keep a chevy going and tell you how good it is but a ford has a flat bald tire its a piece of shit i grew up with my dad telling me how good a chevy is but needs my pickup to go after parts for his

[@my_random_things]

Glad you saw my comment on the environment. It isn't the first time you referenced the front fell off. I remember being so surprised that someone in the US had seen it and loved it like us here in Oz and NZ.

[@garyinman5400]

I hope you have plans to revive Big D, have missed seeing him. I know you love your 545's but Big D has become a part of the family.

[@wesman7837]

You mean 454's? It would be cool if they put a 8.1L Vortec in Big D!

[@brianschmidt2747]

Rory you are a good man Charlie Brown. Truly Rory Irish is a saint. Just a good man. Thank you Rory, Shawn, Mike and the culprit Jason.

[@maxblankinship5003]

Thank you guys

[@007twm]

You made it back to the yard. That's what counts. Thanks for sharing.

[@garyfox33]

Love Big D, time for some much needed TLC and that motor that nice person is offering to give you guys.

[@timmcooper294]

I drove a brand new 1989 F Super Duty with the 460 five speed when I was working for Oregon state parks, had a hydraulic dump box. I was impressed with how the whole chassis was way beefier than a 1 ton. I thought that disc brake Dana 80 was pretty trick back then (I may be mistaken, but I think the Dana 80 was developed for these trucks) A 12 valve swap would be nice, but those EFI 460's were not bad. Hope this truck gets a cool makeover !!

[@PineHollowAutoDiagnostics]

Big D is a beast in the snow! Could be just ignition timing/distributor problem. If it cranks healthy with the ignition coil unplugged, then something got messed up in the distributor...

[@joshuaearnheart2756]

Everyone knows the hei conversion makes them leaps and bounds better. Those boxes are called never spark boxes for a reason

[@elcheapo5302]

You wouldn't happen to know anybody who does diagnostics, would you, Ivan? 🤣

[@chrisE815]

Typical armchair warrior. What have you ever diagnosed?

[@HotRodMonza1776]

MY OBS FORD is a BEAST in the snow sand mud wherever it has to go!!!!!

[@JohnjrtChicago]

Great show, what a view on the way up. Everything breaks at some point, can’t wait for the fix video on “big D” Keep up the great work.

[@jamesbigham9036]

Rory I remember the video on the broken front end. That is the only time I have ever seen Mike annoyed on video. He told the guy a very temporary fix to get him off the trail and on the trailer. He didn't follow instructions. I hope you get things figured out with Big D and ol Blue.

[@steffenmanderla7631]

Well I guess it's time to overhaul Big D so it can work again.

[@duder9752]

As a guy that took his daily driver 3rd gen Tacoma up Gemini bridges road, and had about 1100 miles ahead of him to drive home in it over the next two days, i have no idea how they managed to break a sxs on it. I definitely kissed the goonie bird, but that's as adventurous as i got. Early days of online Rory. I knew he existed, but i didn't have the time nor the inclination to want to call him. (If i messed up and broke something) As a relatively OG viewer, i have un-subbed from others but continuing watching all y'all work. Be well stay well

[@erichancock6815]

For what it's worth, the sounds it makes when rolling over reminds me of a couple Fords I've had which sheared off the roll pin through the distributor gear. Could be a simple fix.

[@kevbev1524]

Mike's the best camera guy around. When ever he's with shaune and Rory.❤

[@arnegerhardsen3755]

No nonsense, just gets the job done. Impressive once more. Best wishes from Norway

[@Keinandrew3]

Haven't seen big D in awhile. Good to see the ole frd is still alive

[@talondavid9408]

Rory and crew are too cool for school!!! Outstanding im gonna blame Justin for blowing up the big D's motor 😁

[@user-cr5jp8kd8m]

Big Dee Mater is a tough old girl ready to work....with a little love

[@davemcbeard]

Seems like a perfect time of year for the vehicles with doors and windows to start breaking down. I'm not sure I'd enjoy being out in the snow in Trailmater 😄

[@crashedking1931]

It would of taken me a week to get that truck out of there. I love watching the pros who dont even have to think when working. Every move calculated.

[@gregstewart7442]

Nice Job catching the elusive Rock Pecker on video, that was a rare sight.

[@NorrisAnderson-hn4xn]

it's nice to see the underreach being used to carry that pickup out backwards.

[@00powersmoke]

Lol acting like we haven't watched you change multiple Chevy motors on here😂

[@Vile-Flesh]

LOL!!!!!!!!

[@joshuaearnheart2756]

And those are all built motors. Tiny bit of work to a 460 and you can’t kill them and will walk all over a bbc. Anyone that knows anything knows the 460 is the better engine

[@BDFreedom76]

Put some effort into it like you do those Chevys that have had 4 motors in 1 yr , o yea them Chevys are a dime a dozen for endless parts.. otherwise love the show ..

[@888johnmac]

lol .. didn't they use big D as the engine hoist for the last couple of engine replacements ??

[@Vile-Flesh]

@@888johnmac Indeed they did!

[@paulcooper9135]

I lnow we will see it, but I'm ask8ng anyways.... Can we get a video on the autopsy of Big D? Thanks for sharing 🇨🇦

[@Vile-Flesh]

I 2nd this. I really like that truck.

[@wesman7837]

Yeah, it would be cool to know what finally let loose! That poor old truck has sounded tired for a while!

[@95aeroboy]

@@Vile-Flesh i 3rd motion this....i wana see Big D back in action too

[@user-bh7dm8dr3m]

Love your channel Rory. I appreciate your honesty and being just a regular guy.

[@Keinandrew3]

You got to admit Big D did a dang good job

[@shakamartin3367]

Stellar views!! Thanks for the wintery ride!

[@coleallen8657]

Congratulations on the wedding , good to know the history of Trail mater!!!

[@timlittlejohn6192]

Show Big D some love.

[@shawnp6653]

RIP Big D. Man, snow . Be safe.

[@bronc02]

Good to see the Ford workin !

[@LaDonnaShielded-kc7zm]

😂

[@DanielCochranSC]

You guys have the most beautiful "offices" that you work in. God bless and great go of it.

[@tedfisk1211]

Great video and great scenery. Shawn's laugh is fun.

[@steveclark4291]

Thank you Rory and Shawn for the adventure , seeing some great recoveries and sorry to about Big D breaking down ! Have a great Thanksgiving !

[@stephenpoe2037]

Jeez ! No luck like bad luck with the truck ! And you can have all of them Snow recoveries ! That is why I live where it's Much Warmer ! Thanks for sharing !

[@wayneyeo186]

I have not done the ol starter trick to move a truck in a really... really long time ! Great vid, thank you for taking us along !

[@NFBartos]

As a Kiwi, the fact you guys know of and appreciate John Clarke AKA Fred Dagg makes me all happy inside. Thanks guys

[@thatdave86]

"Get in Behind " lol

[@jeffknight6758]

@@thatdave86 Trev.

[@Jules-x6b]

My hydraulics on my homemade wrecker is run by a 6.5hp small engine and 13gpm 2 stage log splitter hydraulic pump. It uns the boom up and down..in/out as well as the hydraulic winch. Little slow...but it works.

[@silver1fangs]

I'm glad you put the clip in there i stopped and well I learned that parts shouldn't be made from cardboard derivatives.

[@lonhoschar1943]

You guys did a fine job on those recoveries!! Glad it's you out in the cold and not me!! LOL!! This is my second least favorite time of year! First place goes to winter!! Cold sucks! I'm not totally sold on the whole PTO thing either. Your electric will work without running the engine. Don't have to start the engine to make a little adjustment to the height.

[@johnhart125]

Tough break, good thing you got the shop, another great video guys

[@STEEL-IN-UT]

Noticed a ring when Rory was welding, how long you had that 😅🤣 Welcome to the club,, don't know what it's called, but welcome. I'm on #3😉 CONGRATULATIONS once again 🍻

[@gordbaker896]

I miss seeing your daughter lately. I hope she is healthy and happy. Sorry about your Engine.

[@STEEL-IN-UT]

Your 2 Cybertrucks worked great for getting the truck off the tow-lift😂 Love your vids 👍

[@OpieDogie]

Both recoveries were awesome. (and the third one too)

[@georgegouvas27]

great sense of humor guys

[@mishkajb]

Classic Rory, running around in the snow in his Dad shoes! 😄

[@michaelcook184]

Nice recovery sorry about your truck😊

[@Perry3377]

Resourceful!! Well Done.. Safe Travels

[@pgg0024]

That's a shame. I like Big D. Hopefully you will rebuild her

[@andyharvey180]

At one point when you first started out I thought that the truck was struggling but it was just the way it came through my device.Shawn turned the camera around to the rear view and I could see it was eating up the road.Good camera work Shawn😊

[@richard3141592638]

Poor Big D. Lived a good life as a wrecker and an engine hoist while in your care. Looking forward to the rest of her story

[@K3NnY_G]

All Rory's trucks are such workhorses; it truly is one of the most entertaining things on the platform.

[@garychaiken808]

Great job guys. Thank you 😊

[@thecapturban]

Mater's only nemisis is water😂 specially when Rory uses him a hydroplanin boat😂😂😂

[@DavidMoberly-u7n]

Thanks y'all

[@johnstancato8785]

Sounds like it's out of time for whatever reason whatever broke inside threw it out of time that's what it sounds like but you never know you'll figure it out I'm sure 👍👍

[@61rampy65]

Rory, you probably know what is wrong by now, but I'll bet the timing chain jumped one tooth on Big D. Gives you a great opportunity to slip in a cam that actually lets the engine breathe!

[@61rampy65]

Robby may have a 460 that ran when removed, altho it has been sitting outside for a while.

[@andrewnorgrove6487]

The two Aussies comedians are a laugh Glad you appreciate them in your environment 🤗

[@jeffknight6758]

Two Aussies?

[@andrewnorgrove6487]

@@jeffknight6758 kzbin.info/www/bejne/oafYg2CgZ7OCaMUsi=UaUyxzurmBujtP6h

[@andrewnorgrove6487]

@@jeffknight6758 N.Zealander and an aussie (australian ) worked together for 30 yrs till john passed away a couple of years ago

[@danieldunham9978]

Drop another junkyard motor in be to go. I would look for a 460 though.

[@wesman7837]

I'm pretty sure that's what is in it.

[@nht306]

Poor Big D, hope it gets fixed soon and that it turns out to be something easy🤞🤞🤞

[@MCTheWandz]

I guess the only positive here is Big D blew up at the shop and not out on a recovery.... Good luck fellas!

[@joelmurphy7980]

I had a Ford F100 with a 351W once. It was long ago, before the advent of tow straps.... so I always carried a 25' chain to drag it home with. Pretty sure I could'a put straight water in the radiator and the pos would have turned it to lemonade.

[@tythompson3873]

24:33 remind me of the service truck on the turnpike love that vehicle

[@713Jflo]

😂22:18 this would prevent from “passing us”😂😅

[@darlene4232]

Beautiful scenery ❤

[@kurtwerner4258]

27:55 shawn, pull the inner handle on the strap. This releases the spool. I have told so many people this. Its the spool lock mechanism. Works well, usually...

[@eekee6034]

Big D is a lot like my bike: loves flat smooth roads and is, sadly, on its last legs. ;) The crank makes some very interesting noises, the gears stopped shifting 2 hours from home and an hour's uphill walk from the nearest cycle repair place... so it really is a lot like Big D! :D It's just that being a bike, I can push it. The good thing about these UK regulation limited e-bikes is that if you're really unfit, they'll help so you're not dying of pain, but they won't do it all for you so that your body is doing some work and maybe more importantly, getting some movement. After 7 years of these bikes, the Sheffield hills weren't nearly so bad as they should have been. I need to clean my old bike up and bolt the handlebar junk back on. There's nothing wrong with my old bike, it just doesn't have the torque to get up the hill I now live on.

[@silentjde]

So on the dodges just above the parking brake there is a panel, remove it and there is a strap, depending on the year you need a little screw driver to release the little lock and pull the strap and it will go into neutral

[@thatdave86]

Im pleased that you used that comedy clup of John Clark ,a fine NZer,also best known for his Character of Fred Dagg and songs that were associated with it especially the Gunboot Song .and the Fred Dagg family made up of all the sons named Trev ,Kiwi humor at its best , possibly going over many peoples heads .

[@jeromeknasinski3862]

Love the Snow Recovery

[@carllemme8948]

Big D will look great at a superCharged 460! can't wait to see it run the 1/4

[@biglouie..8056]

Nice show good scenery nice drive as long as long as you got the right vehicle..💯✌️💪

[@TomWilk-p1g]

Welcome to... The Rock!

[@tythompson3873]

19:53 love it. Little bit more driver

[@stanleybridge]

RIP Big D. Thanks guys!

[@warrenhall-z7s]

gday rory. being a kiwi its great you used john clark or as we know him as fred dagg. he now lives in australia. in the day he was an ikon of kiwi humor.

[@pmkstudios]

Sorry to hear but happy it was close to home and your "backup" trucks!

[@supergrubie]

Props for the John Clark bit! Very unexpected outside of Australia. An amazing political satirist.

[@spiketro]

I wondered if that was a Clark and dawe reference! Well played Mike! Lol

[@LaDonnaShielded-kc7zm]

Thanks for the video of your recoveries Rory. The snow was gorgeous The comment section gave me the giggles😂