Is This Too Much For The Recovery Trailer?

I got contacted about a jeep on Golden Spike Trail with a broke rear axleshaft. Being a c-clip style axle that meant the shaft was walking out and the tire wouldn't stay on the vehicle. I scheduled it for the next day. While doing some thinking about how to get it out I decided to try carrying it out on the recovery trailer. Otherwise we would have to carry it out backwards which on that trail poses all new risks and challenges. So Shawn and I loaded up to go get it. Chris came along with us as support and also if it wouldn't fit on the trailer and we had to carry it her jeep could pull the trailer back to town. We got to the vehicle and after some measurements decided to try it. It fit surprisingly well and we went for it. Only had one steep hill where we needed Chris to help get us up it. Everything went fairly smooth and the trailer handled it great. Thank you everyone for watching and supporting us.
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[@Myhandle306]

When Rory says sketchy, you know it’s gonna be a good video!! Thanks again for letting us see what you do. Off the charts talent on display every time.

[@crowguy506]

The fun thing is that you can almost predict the „drama“ level of a video based on Rory’s choice of vehicles. The wreckers are on the low drama/perfection end of the scale, while the buggy is on the other „Ah, that’s one where he gets in trouble“ end of things. The magic seems to need a boom to work.

[@lomni02]

liking his sketchy more and more!!

[@Joomey-Joom]

That was my thought as well

[@joeenslow7861]

​@@lomni02 b.

[@Psyco913]

Rory's sketchy is Matt's baseline. Especially the old "winches are for people with patience" Matt.

[@hulanbailey5219]

Another one for the Ole Mater . Mohan Motor Sports ROCKS 🤘 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍Hi to Lily😇. Peace

[@frankdepaolo8245]

How in the heck do you not have as many followers as Fab Rats and Matt’s Offroad Recovery? Your content is just as entertaining and many times more technical.

[@scottgigot2593]

Less clickbait and less time spent grinding social media and/or The Algorithm leaves more time on the trail.

[@Thea_MojaveOutliersWhipmakers]

They gettin' there!

[@brucebaxter6923]

You nailed it. Technical Safe Secure Properly. It’s not intentionally dangerous and dramatic. The followers here are intelligent and appreciate the effort and skill displayed.

[@RT-tg8bj]

When it absolutely positively has to be done, Trail Mater and crew get it done.

[@BitBuhkit]

SR71 reference? Okinawa?

[@KB-gs8zi]

Hey Rory ///Shawn & Chris !!!! Amazing !!!!! 🙃🙂😊🤔🙄👀👀👀👀👍👍👍👍👍

[@PSC9634]

Love the landscape. I never tire of seeing it.

[@Hat6000]

Man that looked like a nail biter in places, a bit top heavy and challenging terrain, but Rory's good judgement and driving skills were up to it. Another great recovery!

[@jerrellesplain6010]

ohhh snap shawn teaching our secrets to rory ayee lol ober dar waaay ober dar 😅

[@michaelsimmons261]

Trail Mater...Planet Mars

[@williamglaser6577]

Rory I am in Awe that you design and build machines capable of climbing orver those super rough rock trails and get people and machines out of trouble. You guys are heros and should be acknowleged as such ! P.S. Thanks for no crappy music.

[@waggy401]

I love that even your trailer is more off-road capable than most 4wd vehicles out there.

[@papatomsthoughts]

Such an easy recovery, well Rory makes it look so easy. Good camera work Shawn, hi Chris.

[@oceanready2183]

1. I love that trailer. 2. Those downhills, being pushed by all that extra weight, look terrifying.

[@offroadrecoveryteam]

Sliding backwards down hill still spooks me a little, good job buddy.

[@Karengarrett-qz1vv]

Chris great to come along for back up

[@PineHollowAutoDiagnostics]

That went quite smoothly, especially for the first Jeep-on-a-trailer experiment :)

[@ZombieKillerRex]

The tire chatter, trailmater speaks.

[@scottmcclenaghan3236]

Chris for the assist! Well done team. Rory, sorry, I skipped a commercial. I wasn’t thinking.

[@mclarenscca]

When Trailmators tires start squawking, it reminds me of my Pit bull everytime he see a child or another dog! He is such a gentle doggy, and just loves everyone!

[@RandyInouye]

Impressive! The sound your tires make on rock’s sound like a very unhappy dog.

[@trevm3647]

The trailer looks like a furniture dolly under that jeep. Love it.

[@mattc.310]

Golden Spike with a trailer.... with a Jeep on it. Getting it done sketchy style. Thanks for taking us along.

[@MrNoe1993]

Saving me from a boring Tuesday morning with a video!

[@rolandthiel8193]

Rory has the best clutch pedal “foot” discipline that I have seen!

[@ljprep6250]

Clutch AND gas. Love the 400rpm lope up a hill.

[@driver-xx2pl]

Oh ho ho,thats made me laugh shaun, gr8 camera catch.

[@arielsaavedra5223]

"cast irene" made me loose it🤣🤣 almost as much as "that, that right there is from the ba-roke period".

[@mygarden365]

A new song, is born, WALK THE AXLE, back in baby !

[@gordonmckay914]

Just when I think you and the crew have done the very difficult recovery, you find an even more challenging recovery.

[@outlawbillionairez9780]

This channel got me thinking about the forces working on a trailer, being drug around off road. Totally different than self propelled.

[@johnnyadams1755]

Trail Mater and Rory's abilities, to get the job done, never cease to amaze me. Great job for all involved 👏

[@kenmurray4232]

The more I watch your videos, the more I realize how hard your job is. Every job & trail holds new challenges everytime you go out. Hats off to the whole team. Thanks for sharing

[@DC-ok6bk]

That shelf climb at 8:40 shows how well built both the truck and trailer are built. The casual wheel lift in the beginning was like a friendly wave.

[@johnm7437]

the problem is that you make it look easy. Matt had those 2 beginners on his channel and it helped show just how hard it is, even with very capable vehicles. It takes high level skill, but that doesn't always translate in the videos. On that note, y'all sure do live in a beautiful area. I was lucky enough to live in Yosemite National park for 24 years and I loved it, but the desert sure has its beauty and Moab is right up there. So beautiful.

[@connieoslica]

When the Mater gets winched.... its the real deal! Nice work out there guys!

[@skeetermcswagger0U812]

Gotta appreciate the *completely necessary* front dig at 12:33!!!

[@vangoodwin7335]

Such nerves of steel that a Diamond Bill rock pecker couldn't damage them. Great skills gentleman and Lady, Thank You for sharing and getting the job done for our enjoyment. You are in my prayers Hoka Hey

[@allamerican7830]

Hell of a job as always!

[@Daniel-S1]

Thanks from England + an old 'parentism' we have here you may not have across the pond 'do as I say, not as I do'.

[@arthurybrenin3878]

I do so enjoy watching Rory meter out the slow speed control downhill. I learn a lot here and laugh more than a little. ✌

[@michaelmcclure8673]

Thanks for taking the time to film this recovery. And great job crew.😊😊

[@jamescadigan925]

Some people would be so screwed without Rory and team. Well done

[@rightwingmanscott]

Big guy in a little coat! 35's on a YJ with stock axles..... and surprise!! Great show again.

[@mooshaker]

You always make things look easy, even when I know it is not. You and your team do a great job creating content for those of us who watch.

[@paulhall170]

Sean and Mike are both terrific cameramen! You distracted that guy on the bike, hilarious!

[@dwal2165]

Thanks for making. Great trailer

[@BentTwig]

I love the little extra video clips you add to the end of every video.

[@DeeRebel44]

As always, Rory and crew got it done. I like when. Rory says " sketchy". And then the sketchy is for entertainment purposes only, lol. As always, great video! Can't wait for the next one.! Thanks for what you do!

[@imfloridano5448]

Yaaaaaay another episode of Trail Mater team. Rory and team are always teaching a different way to recover a vehicle.👍👍👍 That clutch is a beast to have that kind of holding power with slipping.

[@DUCKIEREX26]

Its actually a stock Luke brand clutch that's all rorys driving skills lol

[@freeidaho-videos]

I must say again, that is a very well-thought-out trailer. Just the right size, lots of floatation, low center of gravity, and tough as a roadside diner steak special. The weight of the jeep made this an interesting recovery. Nicely Done! The wrecker goes places that I wouldn't want to try with my XJ. I'm guessing that putting the Jeep on the trailer instead of on the hook, allowed you to keep the front wheels on the ground a lot more. I imagine that off-roaders doing a trail, proud of their off-road prowess, then see the wrecker coming up the same trail, which makes them re-think capability. Furthermore, I salute your approach to your videos. No made-up drama, and no trying to be an internet personality, just good honest work and some fun doing it. Thank you!

[@jackspringer9283]

Thanks for the explanation in the description area,don't know how many look there but I do!!! I also see spectators taking time from their fun to watch you perform your mission, I drive tractor trailer and enjoy getting into bad places, the audience doesn't bother me at all!!!

[@1badfxdwg]

The skills it takes to haul a vehicle on a trailer through places most can’t drive is off the chain! And you make it look easy 🇺🇸

[@ReneeKotaki]

15:02 This is why you are ‘That Famous Guy’.

[@rjay4197]

Rory: “Don’t do what I do” Me: I wouldn’t dare to!! Another excellent video team. Thank you. 😅😅

[@francesrice7898]

That was a little bit tense. But they made it. I think Rory has been driving those trails since he was a baby. His knowledge of how to handle everything so smoothly is just so awesome. My respect for him is the highest level anyone could get. ❤️🙏🙏🙏🙏❤️👍👍👍👍❤️

[@markcaldwell1245]

Nice.

[@ceeceety2320]

Love trail Mater

[@lestaylor3641]

Another win for the big bad dog , no rory not you , TM Trail Mater 😂 Nice assist by Cindy 👍👍👍👍 Cudos. I swear man TM sounds so good , tuned so well. Rory knows them motors , they all sound so good. 😁😁😁👍✌

[@MargaretHess-mq3oe]

Another great recovery video. Thanks for bringing us along for the ride.

[@rhondasweeney7271]

If anyone can do it, Rory, you're the one that can! Thanks to John Shawn and Chris!

[@lonhoschar1943]

You never cease to amaze me!! That was indeed "sketchy" Mighty rugged trail to be on in the first place, let alone pulling a trailer WITH A JEEP ON IT!!! You guys are awesome!!! 😁😟😟

[@ggalland1]

Sketchy??? You never disappoint with your talent and skill. Thank you for taking us along on this one. Pretty sure I puckered a few times just watching, lol

[@DougBennettActs6-1]

Just when I think it getting mundane, you come up with another challenge. The jeep was so high, one wrong move and over it goes. I addicted to the 454 sound. What a beast. Did anyone notice the bike going over, I've had a knee banged in less. I'm sure you would have brought him down if it was serious. Good job all. Thanks for posting.

[@tedfisk1211]

Rory's expertise and experience in recovering these vehicles from the middle of nowhere is tremendous. I am not into rock crawling but even if I was, some of those rock faces and steepness would give me pause. Rory makes it look easy as to how he traverses them but I am sure it isn't and takes immense concentration. Great job Rory and Shawn

[@JohnjrtChicago]

Another great show of 3 masters at work & the great views of Utah.

[@jlyonsden3677]

Never would of thought that a Jeep would of fit on the trailer. But Rory brought out his Sketch book and put it to paper and drew up a mighy nice display of artistry in how to get it done without trailer brakes and really measured up to this task at hand. "JEEP" JUST EMPTY EVEVYBODYS PANTS in this episode.

[@loosemoose9799]

Commandeer Rory and his talented side kick, Trail Mater, conquer the terrain to make a difficult recovery look easy peasy.

[@magnusshawn4698]

I’d like to hear your comments in the next videos as to the pros and cons of using the trailer for a Jeep. And if you’d consider trying it again. Great video as always. Thank you 😊

[@juanmcdonald7297]

Roy not only can drive but it takes big cojones.. much respect to you guys.

[@aussiefirestorm]

Much respect to Rory for his skills. Hope Mike is healing up ok.

[@leifsoderman5065]

Looked like smooth sailing, I would have been worried about going downhill, if starts to push, you are along as passenger more or less. Thanks for sharing have good time and take care.

[@mikeyoungblood1706]

Rory, I am firmly convinced Mater could back down a mine shaft, slap a hook in an Elephants a$$ and drag it screaming to the surface ! , What a BEAST of a Machine !

[@clivehorridge]

I’m only 2:10 in and had to comment on the videography, just superb. “Don’t do what I do” … ok Rory, maybe I won’t, but I’d love to have the opportunity… ❤️🇷🇴

[@GruesomeJeans]

That was quite the recovery! I hope Mike's hand is doing ok!

[@katreniaclark]

Yup, sketchy..... Surprised you didn't make it a trail repair. Good job to everybody.

[@trailmater]

Spider gears welded to the point of replacing an axleshaft was impossible.

[@katreniaclark]

@@trailmater Oh gezzz, okay, that makes sense. time for an upgrade.

[@vinny2195]

Always here for the scenery & comradery.

[@zaphodbeeblebrox2911]

Ok, that video opening (after reading the title) was off the hook. Better than Star Wars. Kudos to the editor!

[@jmjm6607]

all the off road recovery teams out there in Utah kick a.. lol. great job again brother.

[@noonehere1793]

It would have been too much for me to even get the trailer there…..for you guys just another piece of cake! 👍👍

[@todds9503]

For anybody else, absolutely too much but for you Rory not so much 😳. I don’t know how you didn’t tip that thing over 👏👏👏✌️

[@sandralutz-rodriguez2864]

another great tow video. you guys rock!! So rad to see the little extra snippets at the end!

[@justpain365]

Shawn nice filming bud that 1st one looked like a wall straight up👀 & down💀! Rory you make it look easy when you use your Skillz and that Beautiful custom trailer I really like that low center of gravity it has now, btw sweet front dig👍. Ty Chris for all the help & great drivin.. till next time fella's, have a good week! ☕🐢

[@phlashtheband4939]

Ya'll damn near gave me a heart attack on this one Rory! Well done indeed.

[@stephenpoe2037]

Your Off Road Recovery skills are Amazing ! Just another day in the Office for you !

[@calvinlevie943]

Good driving guys , beautiful driving, of course the country side second too none, thank you

[@LaDonnaShielded-kc7zm]

Hello Trail Mater team💚❣️ You always brighten my day with Moab beauty and ugliest in show🤗🤩❤️ HI Chris!!! Rory always about Trail rules and etiquette, just ♡ it. Tread Lightly!

[@stephen-oi3nz]

Rhat was some of the greatest driving with out rolling that top heavy trailer!

[@michaelfriedrich6514]

Absolut unglaublich. Master of Offroad. Rory sketchy = Impossible for everyone else.

[@cliffmorain7215]

Well we can never say we've seen it all, not yet anyway. Just Wow!

[@jimcooney9019]

enjoy watching your videos. great video

[@drewledbetter526]

That one off camber left turn had me scrunchin my toes.

[@LaDonnaShielded-kc7zm]

Rory I like that you really put the trailer to the test. I'm thinking samurai has been it's heaviest so far. You rock always!

[@colekitten1367]

Wow I have never seen a trailer like that. Do used to pull a jeep out of the trail. Amazing great work again Rory and Sean.

[@jimderrick846]

You guys get to have too much fun. Keep it up Rory !!!

[@87sport]

I got a good chuckle when you said please be a 4 cylinder. I drove across Canada in a YJ back in 1997 in a four. What an awesome trip! Lets just say I never had a worry of getting pulled over speeding. lol. Love the Misfits skull on it too!

[@scotthoward5236]

Excellent recovery from all u guys, well done

[@marionnatale8230]

Sketchy, yes…but done with “finesse!” Loved it. 🙏❤️

[@brunoterlingen2203]

Soooo gentle, gorgeous to watch.

[@keitharnett2647]

Good morning from Idaho, Man looking jeep perched up trailer looks like flop over so easy ! Great recovery.

[@marvincarter870]

Rory said this would be sketchy and Poison Spider is very sketchy in a lot of places! Towing that Jeep out on the trailer was a tough pull for Mater and Chris was there to help one time on that steep hill. Good video and Shawn was great on the camera!

[@joshbuck5877]

Looks like you're recovery trailer did very well great job Rory 👏 🤙🤙