Investigating 20 Broken Jeeps

Ever wanted to take a close up look of all the repairs being done at a Jeep shop? In this video I convince my good friend Jerry from Shift Autowerx to take me around 20 different Jeep Wranglers and Gladiators, some stock, some built for hard core off-roading and some even for overlanding and share with me what problems they are having, the needed repairs or what aftermarket upgrades they are getting installed.
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[@jeffreyparkone]

That last one with the missing rear end that came from the not reputable mechanic belongs to my Dad! Can’t tell you how happy we are to have it in good hands. Taking on a project like this, sight unseen, with potential unknown landmines can be a risk. Really appreciate it and so does my Dad! It’s been over a year sitting, so getting this project complete could be a great Father’s Day present!

[@kevinharris6011]

Loved this one, please do more of these with Jerry. Like you, I like learning about the various Jeep issues and what to be on the look out for.

[@johnjay9404]

I feel the same way. This education is invaluable.

[@brucesnow3506]

FWIW … I concur. Great video with an apparently great person who both wheels and works on the same product(s). Nicely done!

[@zachpihl72]

This makes me appreciate my ol' reliable 4.0 TJ 🙂

[@user-kw7yp5pw3n]

Need much more of these kinds of shows on jeep problems. Also knowing that there is an honest and experienced shop around the SD area is valuable info. Thanks this was great to see.

[@srfsno_]

Great vid. Would like to see a “prevention” video with Jerry. For example, “most common Jeep JL problems and how to prevent them”(if possible)

[@shiftautowerx]

Stay tuned for our you tube podcast, we will be posting videos, installs and there will be a talk show also

[@srfsno_]

Thank you. Prevention of most common problems and maybe not possible to prevent them, but just delay the problems. 👍

[@coolyundo]

Can’t believe he just walks through and remembers everything that’s wrong with all those jeeps. It means he’s in tune with his business and knows what’s going on.

[@scotthajney4127]

Working on American cars can make you a very busy mechanic

[@andysolorzano4126]

I might be one of those guys that couldn't wait for the warranty to run out on my JL. With so many issues with service at the dealership, I'm so glad to have found Shift Autowerks, thanks to Brad and TrailRecon. Jerry and his crew are my go to guys for all our Jeep repairs and service. 😉✌

[@jr23kid]

I was the opposite and Chrysler helped cover over 10k of my engine and transmission when my warranty was barely out. It was within years but not mileage.

[@kevinp2820]

Brad, Man you are sooo lucky to have this shop and Jerry and his crew available to work on your rigs knowing that they are experienced and trustworthy. I, like you, enjoy working on our 2015 JKU. Sometimes though you gotta take it to a professional. Jerry’s integrity stands out every time you feature him in one of your videos. Want to wish you safe travels in your journey north. Looking forward to the videos to come!

[@olered7760]

Damnit, makes me feel like I am driving a time bomb

[@underabigsky]

He should absolutely have his own channel. A Jeep shop YT channel would be solid for people like me trying to learn!

[@shiftautowerx]

It’s already in the works, 1st ep drops next month we will have a TON OF CONTENT

[@underabigsky]

I am stoked!!!

[@thomasbranic]

Loved hearing what is going on with the Jeeps in the shop! Thank you, Brad.

[@user-uo6zg2eh2h]

You’re in good hands for sure. He really does care about his customers.

[@seveydp]

Thanks for an eye poping view of a good local mechanic shop. And a honest reality view of the propblem you can in counter with jeeps.

[@craigkim5995]

I was introduced to Shift Autowerx from one of your earlier videos. I've been going to them ever since and I couldn't be happier - very solid group there!

[@talktomn]

Strong right out of the gate: “this Sahara needs a new engine”.

[@resolutejku]

Yeah that’s the Turbo

[@rle737ng]

E-torque? With new 7 kW battery?

[@markclaypole1573]

I had read the 2.0L is essentially a throw away engine. He basically confirmed it.

[@MadeItHappenDaily]

for sure, no BS

[@abnpthfdr2934]

Sounds like an opportunity to get a 6.4 or a LS/LT in that bad boy!!! Just sayin'...

[@MrCCaddy]

From all Jeep owners, THANK YOU!

[@mikegallagher2732]

Hey Brad, THIS IS AWESOME .... As someone who LOVES Jeeps but Owns (And LOVES) TACOS, I WILL one day have a Jeep as well, LOVE to hear Jerry talk about all the Jeep issues that are brought to him !!!! Its GREAT to know all this , And its also GREAT that you have someone like HIM as your mechanic Who is EXTREMELY Knowlegable, As well as being a BADASS Offroader !!! Guys like Him ( AND his crew) are Few and Far between !!!! You are TRULY lucky !!!!!! And WE are Truly lucky to have someone like YOU !!!

[@CIAG4PNP]

Awsome video! Thank you.

[@dougfarrell9268]

Shift re-geared my 392, installed my Tazer, and installed the Z automotive pigtails to override the locker sensor issue. They will be installing the 3" AEV lift. Great shop to do business with.

[@dragonseggs]

Fun to hear the stuff in the shop! Thanks, Brad.

[@davidmiles4214]

Excellent Brad. More please!!!

[@jeffmorris739]

I drive a 21 Tacoma but I still love Jeeps, the way they use to be before Stallantis ruined them. The thing I loved about old jeeps was the simplicity and ruggedness. Toyota is screwing up too with the 4 cylinder turbo, I fully expect and have heard of issues already. My favorite off road truck I have owned is an old FJ60, with a straight 6 and manual transmission. Dead simple.

[@texasdiesel716]

Love this video. I will definitely be referring back to it for future builds.

[@butchhansen391]

I really enjoyed this video. Appreciated the discussion of needed repairs. When this was over i went out and hugged my TJ 4.0 with manual 5 speed. Now I truly know how good my Jeep is.

[@MichaelKlusyk]

Thank you Brad and Jerry for making and sharing this video! I recently had the clutch in my JK replaced and my mechanic refused to upgrade to a Centerforce. Also couldn’t diagnose a wandering/ twitchy steering issue. Everything in the steering has been upgraded and/or reinforced. I am even more convinced now that I need to make the 3 hour drive to Shift Autowerks and have my rig dialed in. Thank you again!

[@markzimmerman9576]

Excellent informative video. Do more of these.

[@faisalmadi]

Awesome segment, and great work by Jerry/Shift team.

[@stephenmiller5023]

Quality work from a shop is hard to find these days,but they still exist. Thanks to you the word is getting out there to more people who may require this type of service. Thanks for another great video Brad . And good luck again on your upcoming adventure North 🤞

[@ahmednesbitte4906]

Hi Brad, very nice video. Thank you for sharing 🚗

[@matsherwood6277]

I really enjoyed this video! Thanks!

[@christopherharris6005]

Awesome video as always Brad. Definitely like this type of content it so interesting as a fellow Jeep fan learning all about Jeep and all problems they have and learn how to fix them.

[@craigversetti5700]

ANOTHER great video Brad !!!! I learn something from every one !!!! THANKS BRUTHA ........

[@felixoliva5212]

Great video, very knowledgeable information. Please do more!

[@rbenson7180]

These types of installments are great! good content..

[@abnpthfdr2934]

Jerry has a ton of information that would help everyone, from the newest, most basic Jeep owner to the most seasoned off-roader. Keep this videos coming (every once in a while when Jerry has time, of course...).

[@hungrydude619]

I really enjoyed this video! Thanks man🙏🏻

[@ashwilliams93]

Your videos with Jerry are always so good. Always interesting and valuable information.

[@ronruethain5521]

Yes please - more like this. Thanks Brad - keep up the great work.

[@gilbertferguson1685]

2022 Wrangler Sport with the 6 cylinder engine and auto trans getting 23 mpg on the highway, with 18k miles. So far zero issues. Nice review Thanks. 😎

[@mcat3272]

Very enjoyable, thanks

[@1a1u0g9t4s2u]

Jerry is a great guy, he worked on my jeep, was honest and the work was done quickly. Glad to see his business is doing well and keeping him and his partners busy. Guess I better schedule the additional modifications I want done with him soon or it may be a while before he can fit me in his schedule. Thanks for sharing.

[@CRiTiCA-CHRIS]

Great insides! Keep em coming!

[@jimsatterfield7454]

Great vid Brad. Jerry and Shift Off-Road are top shelf. We live in Lake Elsinore and take our JKU to him for everything. They did the entire build after we bought it and all of it is exactly what we wanted. Thay absolutely continue to exceed our expectations.

[@RAkers-tu1ey]

Jerry is a brave mechanic to reveal all of the issues he hasn't figured out yet. I was a Truck / Heavy mechanic from 1970 til 1984. My specialty was fuel systems and electrical. This is before computers, so diagnosis was all gauges, pumps, and a test light. I made or modified most of my diagnostic gear, but at least the tool box was tiny! Intermittent problems were my life, and they were always tough to explain to the customers. I am impressed he knows the details of so many of the vehicles in his shop, and by the level of innovation he still maintains.

[@user-zz3nv6hw2s]

Very nice..I had a 14jk with 268k miles and sold it got 09 jk manual transmission..I like it spent last several months totally upgrading everything underneath...regear 4.88 I really like it.. glad my 14 didn't crap out while I had it. Nice walk thru

[@underabigsky]

Really like this series of episodes Brad! Driving alone so much I really need to learn! Tnx Brad

[@hansholland225]

Jerry is the best! Love to see him on a regular rotation. Adventure with you, Jerry, and Marco would be epic.

[@DirkWalker-cb9xp]

That was a great video please do more of these!!

[@MyRebel44]

Some good advice for service and preventive maintenance

[@shanehale]

I really enjoy this style of video because it shows me that I'm not alone in facing random mechanical issues with my Jeeps over the years. I've often wondered what was happening with all the impressive rigs at Shift. For years, I was a DIY mechanic, but after meeting Jerry and having him diagnose early issues on my old JK, I've decided to entrust all my suspension and engine work to Shift. Jerry has helped me avoid some potentially disastrous purchases. Up next will be a Rhino Rack and a Metal Cloak Game Changer to replace the Teraflex lift currently on my JL. I saw the Trail Recon Trail Aid Station on a parts run to Napa the other day. It looks way more impressive in person.

[@elbombon6141]

Awesome info especially 392...m

[@bruceklassen8261]

Great episode

[@Danielmendenhall_]

Such an awesome shop! I'll definitely have to check them out sometime

[@buzzboykin9982]

Thanks, a really interesting video. Worth a one take retake when new jeeps are in.

[@JeffBraden]

I enjoyed the video and would like to see more. Jerry has great knowledge and experience that's good to hear.

[@jeepn0811]

Definitely getting the frame reinforcement when it’s available

[@ambulingadventures-stan1050]

I appreciate your openness in sharing the issues ... makes me a little nervous about purchasing a Gladiator (specifically the "miss" issue). I have been looking at them with great interest because there are so many aftermarket offerings. Thank you again for sharing the information.

[@stephenlewis8143]

Well done, thank you, appears to be a most exceellent shop. I had two Rubicons. One at 45K miles - engine block and manifold went out - and had to be replaced. 6 months later the fuel pump went out. The first case, a long tow, the second case a shorter tow. And then 6 months later the transmission went out & had to be rebuilt. Many sensors, belts, sway bar arms also had to be replaced. I finally traded that in for 20K mile 2020 Toyota 4 runner. I still have the other Rubicon, which was used weeks back for 5 days in the backcountry; six months earlier, new shocks & tires on that one $$$.It's a roll of the dice in my view, some jeeps 'make it', some don't. With the lockers, tires, power they are excellent climbing & on rock; but problems happen. We carry code readers for each vehicle. Thanks Brad, well done.

[@bmares41]

Very interesting, enjoyed this video very much.

[@rrb4kids1]

Love this type of content!

[@jamestiberiuskirk5994]

Great to see this type of video. Master tech/mechanics are hard to find.

[@SPARTAN-107]

This is a great video for knowing what I'm getting myself into with a gladiator, would love to see more of these kinds of videos!

[@fernandoharo1661]

Love this one great feedback and honest issues, not sure if I should be happy that it is all documented or if I should cry cause there's so many issues

[@thegurns6976]

Would love more vids like this.

[@marloncausey392]

I love this it’s nice to know what you need to look out for. I own 2 jeeps and you have to love them to own them.

[@husker_nation]

Nice video Brad! Would love to see the follow-up on the AMW swap when they get certified and built out

[@harrisonme3439]

More of this please.

[@kevinrabito8516]

Thanks, didn't know about the Gladiator Frame Brace. Went to their website and sent them a message.

[@jimgreeson9783]

Nice video. Ramped up my anxiety just thinking about having to schedule and work on that many jeeps.

[@allmightygreat1892]

Perfect video.

[@merritts3515]

What a cool video, this channel is awesome about bringing content I didn't know I wanted

[@baseafbronco]

Super great video. Would be awesome to do these with this shop every couple months. Love seeing knowledgeable shops like this break down the real life issues that come across these multiple platforms.

[@jazumi7798]

I have three Toyotas with over 250k and am thinking about a Gladiator to replace one of them. More videos please to help me build my checklist of upgrades. Thanks Brad. Good luck in the Arctic. Be safe. Semper Fi.

[@ethangonzales3000]

Tacomas?

[@johndiaz7240]

Love it thanks , good shop to drop your truck off.

[@darrenroos6408]

Great video!

[@scratchnbell]

Best video in a while. Really enjoyed it. Jerry is great in front of the camera.

[@TealOxAdv]

Love the video. Definitely would like to see more content like this in addition to your other great videos.

[@danielprohoroff6263]

So happy to see that project prickly pear is still alive. Great video man!

[@BacktotheDirt]

Awesome video, I think it's great to see issues and things to watch out for. It could really be great for someone. Thanks for sharing this. I hope that older gentleman's jeep gets fixed. Please do a follow-up on that if you could.

[@ScottPDX]

Great job. Please do this every few months!

[@uruzzo]

Great video .

[@leemen]

I really liked the walk arounds with Jerry. I just subbed to him.

[@leemen]

Now we need to get him to make more content!!

[@ArtbyPatrickPetruccello]

LOVE this video! do more

[@steveburkhart7711]

Definitely make more videos like this

[@dustinparrish8453]

Great video

[@Earlywinters09]

Love the content

[@ranarch]

Thoroughly enjoyed watching this video. I would love to have a shop like this to work on my jeep . Very interesting to see what they are working on also.

[@krystaogletree826]

LOVED ❤❤ this

[@jr_jeep4470]

Brad, I really enjoyed the video and goes to show what having a competent Jeep shop available to you offers. I will state this as well having a good mechanic that does. The general stuff is also priceless as well as I would love to do a lot of stuff myself my problem is I only have one car so if something comes up, I don’t have a way to go and get other stuff so I have to trust more in these guys, so thanks again for the video

[@chadacuff4270]

Brad , do not give up on your 74 classic cherokee , spending the time getting it right will be worth it. Go Navy !!! fellow squid

[@garretlewis4103]

I wish this shop was over here in Virginia. I would definitely take my wife’s Gladiator there for an alignment and “once over/double check” after I just finished installation of a Clayton Offroad suspension yesterday.

[@RCoperator]

I enjoyed it👍🏻

[@trailrunnah8886]

Cool format! . I enjoyed seeing the different Jeeps and hearing about the various issues. Also, watching this made me feel good about my 173k mile boring 4Runner, haha.

[@patrickmurray7386]

Great episode… we miss that passion in France,

[@BobPruett]

Great Video, I liked the format. Maybe you can visit different shops in other cities.

[@MikeSTGL]

Nice video , thanks Jerry for sharing. Guessing next upgrade when you get back is the frame stiffiners . Haha

[@SidebandSamurai]

I love this type of videos. great to hear the story. Sad to hear about the customer that lost 15,000 dollars. very sad indeed.

[@Andy-ec9yn]

Great video! Would love to see you do one like this with Agile Offroad!

[@michaelneild5133]

I LIKE THIS TYPE OF VIDEO! ADDRESSING MECHANICAL AND ELECTRONIC ISSUES CAN BE DIFFICULT. I LIKE THE FACT THAT HE ADMITS THAT HE DOESN'T ALWAYS KNOW WHAT THE PROBLEM IS. I AM THINKING ABOUT BUYING A JEEP RUBICON 392, AND KNOWING WHAT TO EXPECT REALLY HELPS. I LIKE THAT YOU DO NOT USE COARSE LANGUAGE IN YOUR VIDEOS, IT IS REFRESHING! KEEP DOING THESE INTELLIGENT AND INFORMATIVE VIDEOS! HAVE A BLESSED DAY , SIR!!!