Finishing the Rubicon Trail and on to Truckee, CA - Ultimate Adventure 2016

Part 4 of Ultimate Adventure 2016. Once camp is made, the shenanigans invariably begin. After a long, hard day on the trail there’s nothing better than cooking dinner over an open campfire, relaxing in your tent, and watching your buddy’s face as he realizes you’ve wired his horn into his ‘fridge thermostat control. Okay, we didn’t do the horn trick (this year at least) but thanks to our early start on Day 4 we had camp set up with enough daylight left to bust out the water balloon cannon and some fun party tricks. Day 5 began with T-cases in Low Range and hubs locked - just the way we like it. We re-entered the trail from Buck Island Lake on the way to Big Sluice. And man, was it torn up. Ground up sheetmetal, snapped brake lines, and some other broken parts and field fix opportunities were our reward for a great day on the trail. Straight through Rubicon Springs with a little history lesson on our way up the off-camber, cliffhanging Cadillac Hill. Man, the fullsize Super Duty and Chevy trucks really enjoyed that! With the Rubicon behind us we made it more or less unscathed to our night’s stop in Truckee, CA. But one of our rigs wouldn’t be able to continue. Check the next episode to see who. For more action, videos, pictures check out www.4wor-ua.com.
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[@pinkbandit133]

this is edited so much better than last few years, i was putting this off for weeks since i thought it would be terrible. Was a great watch

[@TheStwat]

I'm absolutely lovin this series.

[@foxbodyford]

Honestly Dave is and Fred make this channel enjoyable, and I don't even 4wd.

[@thedirtheadshed]

Thanks Dude!

[@patmald]

production value has dropped a lil bit this year :'/

[@doobedi]

So interesting and educational, great video

[@CaseyCurrie]

I love that trail!

[@KevinSmith-qi5yn]

What is this? I came for the ad, but instead I got an episode.

[@ryanbarbolt3691]

Those water balloons instantly invaporate...That guy is trashed

[@Ben-lo7cy]

Coffee delivered by helicopter!?!?!? Wtf man you guys are spoiled haha. Living the good life

[@ish233]

Coffee delivered by Heli? c'mon now, get out that Bunsen burner or other device to heat up the water and have grounds ready to be poured over with a mesh like filter into your cup of choice. Other than that... cool video. At the very beginning I immediately thought to turn the wheel left to get some weight shift and traction; puzzling adventures.

[@NateWhittingtonn]

I wonder who last owned that catty and the stories it could tell

[@dipstiksubaru3246]

ripped a brake line off because of an inverted swaybar? why are you running a sway bar on a crawler?

[@Cwsnyder]

Lighter rate springs are needed in the rear for most any rig as there's less weight in the back. A rear sway bar up's the torsional spring rate in the rear, making the rig flex more evenly front and rear. Some guys run only a rear bar, some run them front and rear w/ a more flexible bar in the front - that's what I used to do on my TJ. This is only really needed w/ rigs that run coils/coilovers front and rear. Limited, balanced flex won't score as high on a (lame) RTI ramp, but it'll wheel much better.

[@Cwsnyder]

Are you referring to the electronic disconnect front swaybar on the JK Rubicons? I don't have any hands-on experience w/ them as I sold my rig and got out of wheeling around the time the JK was introduced. Design wise they accomplish roughly the same thing as manual front swaybar disconnects like those from JKS, but with the luxury of being push button and not having to rock your Jeep back and forth to get the end links lined back up. I'm sure they'd be great for light wheeling. But for harder trails, having a front swaybar disconnected and a stock rear swaybar in place will make your front suspension do more than its fair share of the work, as stock rear swaybars are somewhat stiff. The best balance (no pun intended) I've found is to run a torsion front swaybar like Currie's Anti-rock in the front, and either the stock swaybar in the rear, or a rear Anti-rock set to something more stiff than the front.

[@Stuka87]

A rear sway bar is a must on a JK. Its thin, and flexes well. But no sway bars at all are VERY scary. Front of course is always disconnected offroad.

[@rymorales4]

I thought Rick was also cheesy but like in a funny way that was entertaining, but this guy, this guy is the ultimate monotone, boring host with a pretty annoying narrating voice. Please go back to Rick or find a new guy that sounds somewhat like decent host because I'm being bored to tears.

[@codyogden4611]

at least hes not the screaming high pitched Top Truck Challenge host..

[@dalesubic345]

Why can't Fred do this?

[@godwinsushilrath4141]

Just Fantastic😵

[@abnerharryndranaiarasirega202]

bring back the super dirty next year, see how that thing hold up

[@Im_StewieGriffin]

Now I can’t tell if that Big Ford is a f150 or f250

[@KawiAddict46]

Ok, #1 Bring back Péwé. #2 Less narrating and more driver commentary!!! 😬

[@mrmidnight32]

Brandon M. Where did he go this series?

[@KawiAddict46]

Not sure. Haven't come across anyone who knows. Wish they told us though been watching since 2013 and it really threw me off lol

[@mrmidnight32]

Yea same. Never was really a major fan of him, just not my style but I too was kind of curious when I saw Pewe not hosting.

[@mitchellparham1396]

He left and went to a different magazine. Can't remember the name of it though

[@WagonDriver74]

He is the editor in chief of JP Magazine, same publisher. He is Still part of the Four Wheeler network, just not Editor-in-Chief of 4Wheel & Off Road anymore.

[@PhilipGragg]

why did leave the sway bar attached!? haha! he deserves to have his brake line snapped

[@caseydman4651]

Usually you leave the REAR sway bar connected to give you some form of balance, unless its a full blown buggy with a tall suspension that you trailer in.

[@Loudyotaa]

you guys didn't show the hilux enough

[@hubbabubba5962]

Why didnt fred build a new UA vehicle this year?

[@boyertb]

Seriously, coffee delivered by helicopter? SMH

[@Stuka87]

Typically he is delivering parts, or is evacuating people that are hurt. He just happens to know half the guys on this trip and wanted to stop by and say "hi".

[@shawterrace6551]

Wasn't the reason for the flight, but might as well use the cabin space and deliver coffee if you're going to fly out there anyway. :)

[@yeeeeyee]

I love this shit!!

[@brooksbeler879]

I was there at the same time for the rubithon

[@Enigma7.62]

Not the same without Rick Pewe!! Still awesome to watch though....

[@The_flaming_bullet]

The ford is squeaking because it's a ford lol 😅

[@MerpSquirrel]

EEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE!...sorry I drive an F150.

[@gordongreninger6109]

Justin Albert Thats what i sound like getting up for my 5am wee.

[@MichaelVanHeemst]

Seeing that F-250 all beat up like that makes me depressed

[@matgee8892]

It really just needs a new bed. I would love to have the balls to beat on a newer vehicle like that. And hey at least it is getting used properly!

[@unsaved013]

Why? That Truck is living a good life and going on awesome adventures. All those scratches and dents are battles scars from doing awesome things most trucks and people will never do in places most never see.

[@TrimJazz]

bucket list........... entry 12,847

[@mrmidnight32]

Trim Jazz man you need to get off your computer and go outside if your list is that big

[@TrimJazz]

so many things, so little time. happy second amendment day!

[@blyhur1974]

I just wanna see Dave's hilux lol , didnt really car for the other cars

[@mrdestroyer7815]

Get The Smitty built

[@jakestewart3504]

Bring back Pewe. New guy is eh

[@mrmidnight32]

Jake Stewart new guy? Fred has been around for decades lol But yea what did happen to Pewe?

[@yolodrone]

Nice. Check out my Rubicon Trail Video. It was shot with a drone!

[@getsomegarage]

all I hear is "big sloots" lol

[@PescandoBassenFlorida]

2

[@IvanSanchez929]

They need a new narrator or a better mic. His voice sounds muffled.

[@lightsout7034]

opps

[@bigtam9]

1st

[@หมูตุ๋นฮ๋าฟ]

Papa fall Wow, you do it excellently.

[@Portuguese-linguica]

thats some expensive coffee

[@Russell_and_Rosko]

Another vote for Dave Chappelle for DED co-host! I crack up at the witty exchanges between Fred and Dave. They appear to be a light hearted and fun team. More DED!

[@thedirtheadshed]

Thanks for the kind words Russell.

[@BigAdam2050]

Subtitles on point (Engines idling)

[@mattra5224]

Big_Adam_2050 and when music plays it says epic music

[@Natethanastysnake666]

😂😂😂👍🏽

[@cerby86]

Dave Chappell For Dirt Everyday Co-Host!! He can be DEDs Lucky Costa :)

[@BCaldwell]

cerby86 AGREED!!!

[@AngryTurds]

The big ford went better on nitto tyres/tires. Sponsors I guess.

[@gombie72]

Its worth the mention that Warn Winch was not mentioned a single time in this video. Everyone gave so much flak over the last one

[@ripbobbyross]

That hilux is sick

[@Loudyotaa]

fucking sick

[@thatdamnv1king762]

Just redeemed this year a little bit with the addition of Tim Hardy. Still significantly worse than the previous years, amazing how it hurt the series with not having Rick around. Hope you guys are reading these comments and revamp the series next year. We get it, you need sponsors. But these plugs get annoying quick. 4 wheeling folks know the big names, we dont need to hear them every 4 seconds. We like to see the raw wheeling footage, we like to see the drivers meeting, repairs, and especially the tech inspection and vehicle overview. And the narrator needs to change, if getting Rick back wont happen than put Fred or even Dave in that spot. Current guy just is too boring. The only gripe I see repeatedly that I dont agree with is the lack of a new build for this year. I'm sure that gets expensive and DED had some other cool stuff going on.

[@cameronneal7764]

Scott Skog yea u definitely hit the mark bro, i dont like being mean but i cant stand to listen to his monotone voice

[@vetterfellow]

WOW---- This is cool stuff !!. ( Thumbs down REALLY !! )

[@zach3873]

I love watching that super duty struggle through the obstacles.

[@ethanbutka5392]

Need to get Rick Pewe back!

[@michaelbarnes9401]

Ethan Butka think the ua sucks more this year because the trails are boring to watch or they edited out the good stuff

[@brandona9609]

The good stuff was shown at the end while the credits were rolling.

[@heirofaniu]

They just cut the footage down way too much. The trails were fine and the rigs were good as always, but the editing was just way too choppy.

[@Biginuf]

fuck no.

[@nurburgflip1188]

I noticed Tim Hardy had bald tires. I guess Falken forgot about him? He's one of the more interesting characters on these trips that I always look for. He proves you do not need a $50,000 rig to do this, a real "Dirt Everyday" guy.

[@nurburgflip1188]

Also the stock rigs he uses would showcase what's possible by throwing on a good set of tires.

[@keihirosan3486]

You know why the bed of the ford is destroyed because the driver was boring and just a couple of second we start this video he already destroy it, man this ford is belong to rick péwé

[@TheDJHeadless]

Welcome tp nor-cal, next time try Fordyce on the other side of I-80. Indian Springs to Committee crossing is always a dream crusher. I have vids to prove it.

[@mrmidnight32]

Why is this in 10,000 parts? Are you guys trying to skim views for revenue? I really hope not.

[@boingkster]

This is good stuff, its a place I'll never get to see most likely and some awesome vehicles as well. Uh... why yes, I do have a Warn Winch now you mention it!

[@anthonydwyer1783]

I see a extreme lack of mud in this ua

[@jason454ss]

Anthony Dwyer after all the water last year I think they were avoiding it as much as possible this year.

[@Stuka87]

Which is nice for once. The last several years have been nothing but mud and water.

[@spergettineetballz7140]

Finally Tim makes an appearance almost thought he didnt make the trip, Zuk for the win

[@nich0lasjay642]

Just realized, where are the Oregon Boys? Didn't they win 2015 "best driver"? How didn't they win a re-invite? Maybe they didn't win enough sponsors for y'all over the past year.

[@hh65flyer]

I thought the Rubicon was passable in a 'stock' vehicle these days (AKA, Jeep Rubicon)? Are these optional routes/obstacles in this video?

[@jeffk464]

Thats the worlds most expensive coffee

[@Guy_de_Loimbard]

99 degrees? Jesus. How is a place that's anywhere from 5,000 to 7,000 feet in the air so goddamned hot?

[@chemistryguy100]

Why is the Ford rig so creaky? Is that normal, or is something wrong with it?

[@805NAVE]

Chemistry, Films, and More well it's a ford, so something's probably wrong with it

[@jaxonglock3135]

YEEEWW! Tim Hardy, you bloody legend!

[@jdirt1982]

Rumor has it if I get 10 likes. next years event won't be a commercial

[@McSkateness]

Not hating but I find this a bit silly, it would better on foot and probably way faster too!

[@markadams4423]

In Dave Shapels Yellow Datsun what size engine is he running?

[@ParkerWismar]

Need more Dave and Pewe

[@Stuka87]

Fordyce is next!

[@McTwistedTwisties]

If I was a billionaire, I would pull out that Cadillac, restore it, and then put it back.

[@sooners1994]

Richard Fairchild From the looks of it you'd be restoring around a single door panel. Interesting history though, makes me want to research about the trail.

[@PhilipGragg]

weld might have held if you weren't a track welder lololol *edit: tack welder not track

[@Cwsnyder]

You realize that Clifton Slay started Poison Spyder Customs, right? Pretty sure his welding skills are just fine.

[@PhilipGragg]

Cwsnyder ya, he's probably tack welding just for a camera shot..

[@redpilledpatriot8484]

I do not think my stock TRD would make this Trail, I would need Atleast 4 inches of lift and some big ass tires.

[@jordanware25]

With the right set up you will make it

[@blakeandrews4638]

Friendship delay dream spectrum use.

[@FourWheelingJeeps]

I would have to agree with others that the production value is much lower then previous years and not as enjoyable to watch.

[@d.m.messick]

Anyone for a "Warn" winch?

[@Erebus4]

what's the engine used in Jeep at intro. before 0.37. sounded like Ford GT.

[@dalesubic345]

he is much better.

[@bustoy9909]

awesome trucks

[@TempGuest7]

I'll be honest I'm not a big 4WD person but the stresses and strain put on all the components and steel must be insane.

[@ballsaglory]

I don't understand why these videos aren't longer. I'm sure there is plenty to film.

[@sslother]

I want to see more of Ben Mohin's Jeep WJ!!!

[@TwoXJS]

Why is Tim Hardy running on BALD tires making it rough for others if he blows one!

[@caseydman4651]

I wanna see the welding setup they used to fix that steering knuckle

[@78heloman]

Sausage fest

[@cloco3]

Everyone needs to watch this with the subtitles on. Lmfao

[@gretchens4828]

I would feel much safer riding a mule up that

[@lelandeggleston1041]

Wow I have never been bored watching a UA before.

[@charlesdyer2376]

Some body's gunna need some repair panels.

[@rockthehawk264]

536 hate it. Traffic jam in the woods

[@BorisFett]

The footage during the credits is the best

[@gorillahd9247]

Good video with some great footage. Scott

[@iant720]

That Fullsize Ford was hilarious... SSCRREEEEEECHH!!!

[@caseydman4651]

oh no...screeching brakes....so funny.....smh

[@vicmabus1532]

sounds like a game soundtrack...

[@gvsish]

That Hilux is awesome!

[@emjayw3018]

looks like a sweet run👍

[@hallo3angel]

muuurica!! Great again!

[@jaredslattery4584]

Fordyce tomorrow?

[@burningbudz4201]

EPIC

[@Aidan34671]

3rd