FJ80 Lost Its Steering Above Rose Garden Hill

We got a call from a gentleman who had left his rig on the road above Rose Garden Hill the day before because his steering had broke. The lower balljoint(trunnion bearing) had come apart. So we gathered up some parts and loaded the rigs and went in to get it. We came in from the top which is accessed from Dewey Bridge. Along the way we managed to spot the bolts on the trail that had fallen out and broken. So once to the vehicle we got it picked up and put back to together and was able to drive it out. Thank you everyone for watching and supporting us.
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[@Myhandle306]

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[@clivehorridge]

@@mr_mongo7228 Me too 👍🏻🇷🇴

[@clivehorridge]

When I bought my 11 year old 80 Series 17 years ago, the first thing my mechanic said to me was watch those cone nuts don’t come loose, check them regularly! I always have ant they’ve never come loose ! Over 500k km on the clock and still going strong 😂🇷🇴

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This has to be the most boring channel on KZbin. No click bait, no drama, no yelling, impossible situations turned mundane. You guys are just too good for your own good. There is a term used in special operations “the quiet professionals” I think it applies to you in the recovery world and as long as you keep churning out these videos I’ll keep watching no matter how boring you guys are! Just joking, another great video👍

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and No clown show and No cleavage showing, WTF is wrong with this channel. don't they want 10 million subs, like the other tubers.

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[@stefanfalldorf6573]

If it get's to boring just let Sean laugh for a minute. I always get a smile in my face when he laughs. Same with Ben at the Fab Rats.

[@BitBuhkit]

lol, nice!

[@leonjohansson6542]

1. Driving off road = impressive 2. Repairing broken stuff in the boon docks = impressive 3. Spotting small broken off bits of vehicle on the trail while driving = super natural

[@michpich6319]

It sure beats the hell outa me as to how Rory saw those nuts and bolts in the dirt, with all the twigs, little rocks, and general debris on the track - the big guy must have eyes like an eagle. I'll say it again fellas - it's not that this stuff is easy, but simply the fact you guys male it appear so. Impressive, very impressive. Go Team Trailm8er!

[@Aaron_Voltz]

😆 "male it appear so"

[@jaredgreen502]

Great to see Blue getting some upgrades and repairs. Also, way to go telling us you weren't using front dig to protect terrain. Thanks for sharing!

[@AFloridaSon]

Awesome job. Especially finding those tiny pieces in the dirt.

[@barbeonline351]

Add Eagle Eyes to his list of talents. I am not surprised that he knew they would make a difference, and even where on the trail they most likely dropped off. But to find them amongst the dust and distractions.....the Force is Strong in this One.

[@doug9418]

eagle-eye Rory.

[@markreed2576]

I subscribe to Matt, fab rats and you guys. I’m telling you that Trailmater by far is the most amazing, skilled group of men I’ve ever seen. The scenery is incredible, the repairs and recovery are always done masterfully and everything looks like it’s no big deal to you guys. Coming from a retired aircraft mechanic you guys are golden. What most people would say is impossible, you guys would say it will take a couple of hours. Incredible channel. Thanks for sharing your work Rory, Mike and Shawn.

[@nix4644]

💯% agree

[@joeym2675]

I agree Fab Rats and Matt’s has their own things they do well but trail recovery and trail fixes it’s Rory All Day Every Day!!!

[@jameswest9261]

Rory and his crew can fix almost anything. When I was younger I was the kid on the job and I loved working with the older men. They might ride me some, but they were always looking out for me. As one older worker said one day on the job, "I can fix that. Fix anything from a broken heart to the crack of dawn." The older I got, the more I worked along side of them, the more I learned and respected them.

[@FOADJEWTUBE]

FOR REAL AMEN TO REAL MEN DOIN REAL MENS WORK..

[@hoosierdude7102]

No front dig to protect the terrain. That is awesome! The scenery is amazing and there was some nice footage from Mike of it today. You truly know your stuff when you know ahead of time to look for fallen parts before you even get to the rig. That’s impressive!

[@marvincarter870]

Rory is a repair master on these trail's Sean and Mike are excellent backup team members. Rory knew to look for the washer's that he knew would be missing and he recovered them and completed the repair as needed and the owner drove it out! Good job 👍

[@alandent7231]

Trail mater and Rory, the all purpose shop that comes to you! Your crew is awesome, what a great bunch of guys.Thanks for sharing

[@oldsmokeeater7075]

Finding the absolute necessary parts is icing on the cake! Stay safe and looking forward to seeing blue fixed.

[@tufalike1796]

I'm in heaven: TWO videos in a little over a day! awesome. Thanks Rory and crew for making these videos. Here is an idea: underneath the "Thanks for watching" maybe write "And thanks for subscribing 👍" Your channel deserves a lot more subs! Hugs from Belgium.

[@dougbourdo2589]

Always good to see a successful trail repair. Likewise always good to see in-shop required equipment maintenance, improvement & repairs on the tools that do the heavy work.

[@gman1141]

Rory, Like a hound dog tracking an animal! He can sniff those loose parts like no one else! You guys always make it look easy. Thanks for the videos :)

[@jalilburdeen8698]

There's a saying in the 80 community, "Check yer nuts!" Every time after you go wheeling, you need to retorque them. There are also stronger ARP ones, and wits end makes a "nut hugger." Easy upgrades and very worth it if you're hard on your 80 like me. Peace!

[@jonfranklin4583]

One thing, among many, that stands out in your video's that I really enjoy is that you guys always have great shots of the scenery where you go to recover or fix rigs. It is prodding me to get my Willys project of the ground and go see your beautiful country, keep up the good work!

[@daveharness70]

The rumble of the exhaust...the squeaking of the suspension...and the undercarriage shots....priceless!

[@Fix_It_Again_Tony]

It's like being there. They are really good at capturing that without overproducing anything. Just some guys taking us along while they perform a pretty unique job.

[@ShaneHeppner]

Thank you for getting back to the format that I originally started watching you for. I really have missed watching you come up with unique way to fix not only on the trail, but your own rigs in the shop.. 🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘

[@KingCovfefe]

Love the recoveries! Would also love to see more shop/ build videos too.

[@leel6130]

"Hey, famous guy!" One of the things that makes the Trail Mater videos so fun is the view from the axles. But I wanted to add that there is also a strange but very satisfying effect watching all six wheels pushing the same tire pattern...sort of meditative. And while I agree with extra Mayo, I can't abide the exclusion of tomatoes. After the B, it's the best part of the BLT. Another fine video. Thanks Rory, Sean, and Mike.

[@lugnuts7800]

Every video you post, makes my life more enjoyable. Thank you and God bless.

[@Bigdaddyslasher]

Another great trail repair. I am looking forward to watching yall upgrade Ole Blue

[@Zircon_215]

Another trail fix … great! Scenery … awesome as usual, even beautiful flowers in bloom: thanks Mike! And Rory has a new nickname … Hawkeye Irish! 😊😊😊

[@naceks]

@TrailMater needs to stay! I learned A LOT from watching these videos, two weeks ago we pulled two cars from our group from a really messy situation and knowledge gained from this channel and @Matsoffroadrecovery channel helped big way! please keep this going!

[@peteypops]

Can’t lose Rory, Mike and Sean, I’d miss the sound of creaking suspension…

[@scrappy7571]

Funny you finding the parts along the way! Hansel & Gretel with the bread crumbs lol

[@rccrawlersmid-wales645]

Good to see more shop stuff with the rigs getting fixed and upgraded. Love that too. 👍

[@stephenlewis8143]

I trimmed my rose bushes last week, but will have to wait weeks for the bloom; but surprise I got to see the splendid views of Rose Garden Hill (that beats up so many vehicles). Impressive video & artful & skillful fix in the field.

[@aprilhilliard3302]

Little Miss Broken Record here....just absolutely awesome all around yet again! Keep on rockin, we'll keep on watching!!!

[@LonC1966]

I’m happy to see Blue getting some loves and getting the doubler so we get digs from her. Looking forward to that content as you build her up.

[@theviking614]

Watched for the Fj recovery; stayed for the rush hour quote. Keep it up guys!

[@thomasfletcher760]

Eagle eye Rory ! Finding bits and pieces to vehicles along a dirt road most of us would probably miss .

[@kirbydolak8954]

Rory, I enjoy the preparation (and improvisation) that you and the Team do for a recovery. Wasn't sure why you were picking up the collared bolts until I saw the damaged unit and you explained the need for the collars. Shows you guys know your stuff. As a videographer, I'm always impressed with the beauty of your surroundings as framed through the camera's and photographers eye. Love the under carriage shots while moving and climbing obstacles. Thank-you. Say hello to Lilli please. Best

[@sammartin8624]

That would be awesome to see you guys build up blue. Still trying to learn some of that stuff.

[@rick1741us]

I have learned alot just watching the repairs and driving skills they have. One of my favorites

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Love seeing the Tow Mater out and about.

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Got to keep Rory and crew around!!! I dearly love watching the guys do Recoveries; no doubt one of the Top 3 Channels Period. These guys Rock like Clapton and Santana Man; and no one rocks like those 2 Dudes so that is sayin sumpin!👍

[@sparepart]

Another great bush mechanic repair, you make the difficult look easy!

[@harveystephens6115]

Rocks liked all moisture, beautiful flowers, beautiful shots Mike, y’all loved by fans! Enjoyed

[@DoobiesGarage]

I love watching recovery’s of any 80 series. Can’t wait to see what’s happening to blue in the next one. Thanks for the videos

[@tacticalhandyman710]

I'm glad you listened to Matt about talking in your videos. Such a knowledgeable group of guys.

[@calvinlevie943]

Scenic just beautiful, very talented Young men, thank you keep up with the great videos

[@grannyt6819]

That scenery is well worth the hairy scary trails. Even got some wildflowers this time. Awesome job picking up those fallen pieces of truck. Very handy to have not just the ones for that truck but probably bits from other trucks on hand for repairs. Great vid again, as always!

[@DanPopeko]

I just love watching your videos. It blows my mind how you traverse the terrain. I'd be scared to death going thru what you guys do. Thanks for the thrill of watching.

[@wallygreer4931]

Rory you need to give Trail Mater a 3CPO oil bath to reduce the squeaks and groans in your videos! LOL Love your videos, you got a lot of common horse sense, keep it up!

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Lovely scenery, trail repair, funny interactions and trail mater's lovely engine. 😂 Honored to hear those squeaks eh... ✌️🇺🇸💚❣️

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It never ceases to amaze me how beautiful your "office space" is.

[@mr_mongo7228]

Nice work as usual Rory I had things I needed to get done but I saw you posted up a new video. Screw it I will get those errands done a little late. Thanks for sharing and as always looking forward to your next one! 🍻

[@craigmorris2045]

As I am watching this video. Something dawned on me.Your team could make a list of the most common broken parts on rigs.Trailmater has seen it all and could give input on needed supplies and parts.Your list could be beneficial for all.And may save lives.Thanks for another excellent video.That trail looked kinda hairy.

[@BikerBuildOffGuy1]

That is the best looking BF Goodrich right front tire I have ever seen on KZbin!

[@karld001]

I was in Moab last month and I didn't Trailmator,so I thought, reviewing dash cam video, there she was at the shop and I missed it. Keep going team, every video gets better and better!

[@burgpath7777]

Love the wide scenery shots. Such a beautiful place. Great vids.guys!

[@paytonruss55]

Now this.... from recovery to welding to mechanics fixing up ol Blue.... thats what its all about. Ya know Rory a lot of people would learn a ton off you guys just but watchinng how use do things and get stuff done. Best Recovery Ever!! Great vid as always guys 💯💯💯

[@Steve-od6hi]

HEY! That's the famous Guy! You gotta love that. Smiles to him and you!

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Rory and the Mater Crew are the best.

[@stephenpoe2037]

Left Hand Drill Bits have saved my Butt Many Times ! There's City miles-Highway Miles-Trail Miles. Then there are Rory Trail Miles ! And to top it off !!!! Surgery on Blue . Thanks for sharing !

[@meatdotpopsikle]

Love the channel Rory, but I think we’d all like to see more builds. Thanks for the content!

[@richard3141592638]

That'd be a great game - scatter parts on the trail (most of which you'll need for the repair) - you need to find them, and decide what's broken before you get to the rig...lol. That's a great episode - thanks. And some Blue work too - impressive - 3 broken bell housing bolts...

[@whitstroben589]

Luv how Mike always gets some scenery shots in. Nice job boys!

[@charlesdrown6455]

Very good video. You guys were prepared and things went smooth.

[@Keinandrew3]

Rory and the guys are awesome they speak to everyone. That’s why we like uns

[@timnewby115]

Can't wait to see the blue wrecker with lockers and doing digs!!!

[@golfaddict5276]

"Thats the famous guy"! I don't know who you are but "Thats the famous guy"! LOL Probably the same reaction I will have when I run in to you on the trail. Great video, thanks for sharing.

[@cadmanchannel]

Another entertaining video with a happy ending. Finding the bolts along the trail was impressive! Great skills shown at the shop. If that starter has the straight across bolt pattern up to the block, it will need the support at the nose up to the the side of the block from the long stud I can see in the video. That support is often lost due to someone not knowing its importance. I like the talented Mike and fearless Sean, but it's hard to watch them build things on their own. They do a fine job of keeping you moving forward and it would be much harder without them.

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Still watching, love the content 👍🏻👍🏻

[@ricoolivier]

What's not to like? V8 noises and adventure in beautiful scenery!!!

[@michaelelliott2193]

Good finding the bolts in the trail. I had that happen with a brake caliper before, got lucky and found all of them.

[@99unclebob]

fantastic video Rory, Mike gets all the awesome shots walking or riding shotgun with you , Shaun is just super chill doing his thing, the FJ80 owner super happy you fixed his rig in record time, the next video on old Blue will be fantastic to watch it get the upgrades it needs to continue on the trail for capability and safety for you 3 👍

[@The_moab_taco]

Love that it’s getting into more of a build series with blue.

[@hakkohand]

You never cease to impress!

[@richardtaylor6604]

Rory has created a new job. Trail Parts Prospecting ! Who needs an Auto Parts Store? 👍

[@HVACsuccess2007]

I will make sure that I start giving you the thumbs up 👍. I always watch your channel. Keep up the good work.

[@donwilliams3626]

Only Rory is so focused on the mission at hand that he scouts the trail for the parts inventory he anticipates he will need to do the trail repair so the customer can finish the trail and again Team TrailMater saves the day.

[@botimerLance]

Really enjoy your videos, thanks Rory and team

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Not sure what the “algorithm” is or how it works, but I sure enjoy your videos! I haven’t watched regular tv in years. Thanx guys!

[@willdejong7763]

I loved how the guy wearing the hat instantly covered up the MORR logo once he saw who was coming!

[@luvanotafighta]

Amazing scenery in this one 👍

[@lonnymossey525]

No tomato, with you all the way 👍 Nice fix guys !!! Great video... See ya soon.

[@LaDonnaShielded-kc7zm]

🤣Shawn always giving inside info!!! Heck yeah Ole Blue.

[@GiantRiderRob]

Thats pretty cool to see how ole blue has held up with the crazy stuff without the big dog up grades. Still really cool.

[@mattc.310]

That's some pretty slick parts recovery. Nice work.

[@nikonikorian6124]

I loved the elderly gent with Matt's hat hiding it in shame...lol

[@joeeyman7503]

Keep on keepin on my merry men! Love your videos, some others have forgotten that recoveries are why we started watching. Learning was a side benefit, from your tutelage I’ve stopped doing running start yank outs from the ditch with a chain. Now I need a recovery rope. Til then, tight chain and pull. Hope that’s right 🙏❤️😎🤙🛻💨

[@Toyotateck]

Thank you for protecting the trail!

[@Ramblin_Rob]

Great work as usual Gents! Looking forward to seeing the improvements on Old blue

[@sickjohnson]

Some awesome outtakes at the end...more!!!

[@mortneff4674]

Awesome job guys! I like the country views also.

[@thomasdesmond2248]

Old blue getting some much needed love. God bless

[@mh-im2kq]

I am always amazed by the thungs you can do on the trail.. you're amazing..you shaun and mike sre a great team

[@peternielson4815]

Certainly beautiful country! 😊 Nice trail fix .

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Great job 👍 guys. Thanks for sharing 😊.

[@psg6314]

Great video and great job with the repairs and stay safe and God bless from GA

[@loosemoose9799]

While Trail Mater conquers the trails, you are the Trail Master.

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You guys are a riot, great joy to watch!!❤

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Like like like like like... Your videos show honest work and the best scenery...Great videos

[@we5tbevryertyv]

Love the front dig restraint!

[@allentinnell4497]

You guys need to make more videos In the shop building things Mix it up a little love watching every video no matter what it is great job

[@davebanks7435]

Love it Rory: not happy to concentrateon the rigours of the trail you can also spot dropped parts on the ground from a 1000 yards - brilliant: great video again guys thanks :)

[@mlsargent51]

I can't believe you actually spotted those bolt pieces, while driving. My eye sight sucks now, at old age, but even when I was young, probably would have missed 'em

[@EnufIsTooMuch]

I'm just always impressed the skills you guys show! Trail repairs, welding up busted stuff in creative ways without the benefit of a workshop and all the fancy gear! Good to know you guys are around for when the trail decides to eat some steel! :)