Mudding a RZR RS1 on 36s and Mudlyfe destroys itself!

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[@JackCecil]

Sous’s math is on point. I double checked.

[@sonnygalloway4887]

Portals, lifts, and huge tires equals lots of broken stuff. Way to embrace the struggles!

[@Cgny]

And this is the reason why I avoid mud life like the plague lol. Great content but I could feel Doug’s frustration flashing back to my old memories of mud riding and break downs lol

[@davidh1055]

*Doug starts to get pissed* everyone jumps in willing to help because any mere mortal would fear Doug's wrath.

[@McChadsworth]

I've done the math. Sous is right. All you have to do is carry the one. The... R... S... 1... Sous' giggling is almost as contagious as pinkeye.

[@blazinx3522]

Well I thought I was high AF til I heard Nick explain how he's not guna get slimed and his giggling confirms my theory #Highlyfe

[@NavigateOffroad]

"What's your confidence level here bud" "About 7.5, 8....out if 100" 😆😆 Sucks about the portals, but it was funny to watch.

[@statikdex]

By far one of the best of the best of your guys' videos. Took a shitty situation and made the best of it, kept attitudes up(atleast on cam), and kept the humor high.

[@SXSBlog]

We had fun dude!!

[@zloftsgard1]

Nice work gents. This vid showed the reality of SxS adventures. Tnx for the good humor in a frustrating situation. Keep them coming!!!!!

[@ozguy1393]

Need a snatch strap. Momentum of the Ranger would have pulled the Rzr right out and no breakage. Tiger tail is a tow strap, not for extrication.

[@joycemeadows9837]

Wow that;s crazy! Got cold just watching. I didn't see anyone shivering but lots of laughter and lots of patience. AWESOME!!!

[@BennyViola]

You guys are badass and Sous always cracks my ass up! Keep posting as I look forward to EVERY video you guys post.

[@tayjadster]

Sous laughing like a schoolgirl, Mudlyfe ice breaking / breaking portals, and playing slip n’ slide in barely above freezing water with your buds. Can’t think of a better way to spend a day! Best bud lyfe!

[@sxscentral6051]

Man that was incredible you guys stayed calm and got it done you guys rock

[@eddys.razorxp6445]

I couldn't stop laughing but i still cant figure out why there was no winch on the stuck razor and he went through a hole he knew he would get stuck in. First tool in the belt always a winch a 4500 winch...period. we ride swamps in florida cant go one day without it. Great video.

[@SuperSolo67]

And now that were done f***n around, Doug will make sure all necessary recovery equipment will be sourced!!!! Awesome vid....

[@JA-rv2cx]

Great video as always. Tool kit needs to have at least a extra 20 foot strap to go along with the winch. Carry tires plugs and a small compressor, a can of starter fluid and a lighter to blow tire back onto bead if popped off. Few hand tools. The sizes you’d need for small trail repairs. Breaker bar and socket for lugs. If everyone carries something,you’ll have everything. Zip ties and electrical tape too.

[@marshallgiannonatti9077]

Hearing Doug use the word "Hella" was the equivalent to hearing your grandpa use the word "phat". It was great!

[@christrapp5591]

Love these kinds of videos. Real world riding.... would love to see the big "tractor tires" from mudlyfe on the rs1

[@417sparky]

Worst day ever= best video ever. Always. Just when you don’t think things can get any better!! Y’all are the best!

[@barharborbasher249]

Someone hasta be the boyscout outa the bunch 🤘😁 Next on sxs blog ✅ Murphy’s Law Trail recovery tools & accessories needed to escape a F*hole I’ve bought stuff on rides sense 09 Rzr 15,000 miles riding and almost never need it but I think that’s why it doesn’t break down.. kuz I have it 🤯👍

[@fredneuschwanter5784]

All I want know is why didn’t you give the camera to the girls and you help. Lol. !!! And one more thing is sous part polar bear. Lol. He took that cold water like a champ !!! Lol. You guy definitely need to set up a toolbox. Lmao. You guys are awesome!!!

[@SXSBlog]

I run the cams. That's that lol

[@McDoobles]

As a recently married man... I know there’s a story behind that decision and it’s for the best it’s not explained lol. Moooooovinggg onnnn!

[@imbobby74]

Shrinkage?

[@dudefish9517]

My new SxSblog favorite video.

[@Trevinator1990]

all that the RS1 is, is an adult version of a single seat offroad go-cart........ I WANT ONE!

[@cuzimaluzer777]

I've seen the 2018's going for 12.5 right now

[@machinehead6892]

You guys need a Portable winch, rope capstan winch with honda gx35 engine , amazing pulling power from any anchor point.

[@cucolopez1942]

So satisfying watching the ice break

[@SXSBlog]

It was WILD in person.

[@patfilipczak6888]

Now that's what I've been waiting for awesome video keep them coming

[@lennardthoben9052]

When you all go through the ice it is so satisfying to watch

[@dhebert111]

Shout out from east coast Canada, The Maritimes. I watch every episode, you guys are awesome and you'd fit in good over here. You guys should make it over here; anytime of year is good, but we've got thousands of clicks of really nice groomed trails in the winter with everything you need along the trail ( fuel, restaurants, lodges for overnight, guides) you name it we got it. We've got a super solid off-road community and a lot of infrastructure and support. Everyone should check it out, it's well worth it. I've been off-roading all over North America for over 20 yrs now and godwilling 30yrs more. Thanks for the awesome videos guys.

[@SXSBlog]

Thanks for watching!!!!!!!

[@AJKinetic1]

The sheer number of times you guys mentioned "watch the belt" or "the belt is letting go" in this video is why I am on the "never a belt" bandwagon. Happy to watch your Carnage though. Thanks guys!

[@SXSBlog]

Better a belt than a clutch

[@ChevroletTough]

nailed it.

[@Gonecheenin]

Only if you burn the clutch out being dumb - the belts burn out during their normal function!

[@SXSBlog]

Put 36s on a YXZ and run it through the mud. See what happens.

[@Gonecheenin]

@@SXSBlog Would work fine in the mud on mine - I have gear reduction just like I have installed in my Jeeps for technical terrain.

[@zachellinger7151]

Sous is comic relief and willing to hop in the frigid water to get the job done.

[@sxstexan1956]

Now that what I call entertainment!!! GIVE THE PEOPLE WHAT THEY WANT!!!!!!

[@SXSBlog]

Everyone just wants to see us suffer....lol

[@sxstexan1956]

@@SXSBlog now way bruh! Just want to see real life. I've been stuck like chuck and it's good to know even the big time famous peeps still have bad days lol.

[@robertjerger2786]

Awesome video.... no offense, think was one of ur best... because was like real time events... and quite educational. Really liked how you guys adapted to unplanned situations. Was totally great. (Just like life... live n learn ) You guys are truly awesome. Keep up the great videos. 😁😉

[@SXSBlog]

At the end of the day all of us looked back and really enjoyed it.

[@robertjerger2786]

That's what it's all about. 😉😁

[@mathewshybrid4440]

I agree with you Robert Jerger. Might have been the best video yet. You said it perfectly! Not only did you learn from this adventure guys you put on a great show!!!👏👏👏👍👍👍

[@jasond1245]

One of the best videos can't wait to see the portal took apart

[@mudman6832]

You guys should get a Pelican case 1560 to store your tools and straps in. They’re waterproof and extremely durable. I have one strapped on the back of my Can Am atv and store everything i need in case of a breakdown. Not super huge either, just the right size.

[@mudman6832]

You can get one on Amazon.

[@Hondarider35]

I had to tow a guy at mud nationals this year. He had a portal that locked up. Luckily I have the custom splice tow rhino to get him back.

[@drewl4762]

Love how you can hear sous laughing is ass off the whole time

[@drew3406]

Braap, braap, bahahaha, braap, braap, bahaha

[@dudefish9517]

Just finished watching for the second time. definitely my favorite video from 2018. It inspires me to push my limits. I’m going to make chicken Parmesan and ride the go carts to celebrate the new year. I hope someone at Polaris is watching and appreciates what you do for them.

[@rickterrill723]

I'm thinking you guys need to build up a pioneer 1000 with a flat bed, front and rear winches keep all your gear loaded In it be a cool rescue vehicle

[@gsfbffxpdhhdf7043]

Rick Terrill it needs long travel suspension 34 outlaws internal gear reduction 6 inch portal gear lift. 2 inch bracket lift and best shocks. And a truck winch front and rear with dual battery. Flat bed.

[@kylecube15]

No portals one thing with a recovery vehicle you don't want to make it to complicated

[@smcox1991]

I wanna see the rs1 with the tires from mudlyfe. Mudlyfe didn't destroy itself you guys destroyed it 😂🤣😂 "seven and a half, eight out of a hundred" 😂🤣

[@SXSBlog]

o u right LOL

[@kevinruddles452]

This is my favorite vid you guys have done. It was real and you all pulled together and got it done. RESPECT.

[@joshuamittie791]

You guys have to get a bungee snatching strap im sure you know what they are. If not it's basically a rubber band type strap and you can just punch it and it builds up a bunch of torque without any hard hits or damage and allows you to pull more than you ever could normally.

[@thmike]

Love your videos... Grew up in Michigan and now live in georgia were mud is life. I learned pretty quick we winch people out.. Never pull!

[@MrMoronification]

Wow, what a pain in the keister! You guys had all the mud luck! It was cool watching mud lyfe go through the ice! Pretty gnarly!

[@Canam-vh3ob]

RS 1 full savage!

[@tater2597]

“That dream is dead” 😂

[@mikehoncho6085]

I just got done geeking off the Baja video and Doug not knowing he was missing his sun glasses lends 😂😂😂🤦‍♂️

[@Slyder695]

official name for the ranger now is "GIMPY"

[@spencerdauphine970]

When I go riding (mostly mudding and trails) I make sure to have at least two 30' tow straps, several shackles, a snatch block, and different size tree savers. Makes a situation like this stress free and potentially save the units from breaking.

[@MrCarpediempilot]

Wow! She broke! Amazing job of getting her done!

[@Chevra2448]

Polaris belts for the win haha. Still makes me cringe when I see people go into holes in high range instead of low though. Impressed that the RS1belt lasted with those tires and stock clutching, looks pretty sweet for sure.

[@curtv1]

Check into a Bubba Rope, gives you the ability to snach out a vehicle without damaging it. Must have for Mudlife! Great video guys!

[@ral_ordo5157]

Can-am should get you guys a maverick sport xmr so mud lyfe has backup, then you can make the rs1 into rock lyfe.

[@michaeldupre1382]

waders dudes! staying dry is to stay warm. Been there know the misery. Great video---proof winches are worth their weight in gold. Don't leave home without em.

[@SXSBlog]

You aint wrong Michael

[@joshuat7758]

@@SXSBlog was this before or after highlifter testing grounds? I thought y'all would have learned about the waders. Mudlyfe is waderlyfe, lol

[@timinarkansas]

Gator waders my dudes.

[@jrsue]

Time to do a video on essential gear to carry along on every ride. rope, Straps, wire,tools,tire patches,air comp,first aid, etc.

[@sturdivanthouse4614]

A good lug all come along is all that was needed here

[@TheCableGuy1981]

That portal made for a ruff trip. Have seen so many people in similar situations that I believe a long arm lift like a 6" lift or 8" lift & clutch kit for the CVT to accommodate 33's is a better setup for reliability. Portals are great when they work, when they fail it's always something like this video.

[@SXSBlog]

Such is life man. We'll get it fixed and keep trying to break it. I feel like somehow we must have hurt it at some point.

[@alexsmith7554]

Love those trails! I learned how to drive out there at about 12 years old,. Good video guys.

[@n3qdz]

I love how da "camera" guy gets to direct. Oh man I have to give the "Muddie" award to Doug for keeping his cool with no tool snatch equipment and not dropping the f bomb every 1 second! I bet Rick could have with his bare hands pulled the polie out of the mud hole . I was right there with ya guys just warmer and dry that's all. The other "Muddie" award goes out the the ladies. Sitting there helmets on have I bet a conversation not pertaining the the situation at hand. Well done ladies! As always gentlemen great video thanks for bringing us along. I know beast mode was like hey you didn't take me......

[@theirishaxe9405]

Allot of people have had lots of trouble with portals in cold water the gaskets on them are junk I guess when you get portals the first thing you do is get better gaskets. Tough ass ranger though after all that

[@theirishaxe9405]

Rodney Duran or three gasket failing and Sandy water getting into the bearing and stressing it or Sandy water chunks making a gear chop off and lock up like 20 other people I've heard the same thing happen to

[@ChevroletTough]

honestly, strap a log to the rear tire, find one that is pointed up on both ends. Way to not give up! Winch rope + tiger tail, killing me. I said you guys would should get a tiger tail back on a way older video. Some dude said you guys weren't big enough for it. Look at you now. #IWASRIGHT This was a super fun sh1t show to watch, you guys always make it fun!

[@jamesswick7534]

Nick's laugh makes me laugh

[@brianmcdonald5651]

Best video yet, really enjoy your adventures!

[@ostacruiser]

Remind me to tell you our adventure when my rear portal locked up on the green turbo mav haha, oh boy! Good times!!

[@SXSBlog]

unreal LOL

[@stacyreid5077]

Never would have thought a portal would break or lock up

[@badbadger4618]

lolU

[@zaneturner8423]

Now that looks like a great adventure.

[@Clint_the_Audio-Photo_Guy]

That RZR looks sweet with those tires on. I bet it rolls smooth.

[@eddys.razorxp6445]

MudLyfe is the best unit dragging that tire. What a sturdy unit.

[@wheelie4fun]

Best video ever !!!!!! Real lyfe breakdowns , real lyfe solutions.. !!!!!!! Nice job

[@SXSBlog]

Real breakdowns. Real people. Judge Judy

[@micjr21]

Hope you guys do a video on fixing/replacing the portal I'd like to see that. You should also do a video on how to keep water out of the belt shroud. Like better seals or a snorkel on the belt exhaust.

[@SXSBlog]

Yeah we already filmed it. And yes, the gasket was cracked on the 1k.

[@FILOdeathlord]

To bad you already got it fixed should of went big lift over them portals

[@rmx0016]

Ill prepare, ill experienced equals you guys, good job on the video. Sous is a champ.

[@daddyrat]

Wow! I can't believe you guys got out of that one. I felt your pain. Liked!

[@brentelsberry6889]

Great learning experience! Also I’ve found when I get water in the cvt it works best to shut the engine off and let it drain then start the engine to dry it all out. You guys are awesome and love all of your videos!

[@smcox1991]

Should've named this video "when the sand dune boys hit the mud"

[@SXSBlog]

LOL sand dune boys.

[@M3OffRoad]

One of these days you will let the Mud Masters Join with the Defender XMR. You should always bring a robust recovery machine......LOL

[@yfz450ccse]

I traded in my 2016 Ranger 900 high lifter edition for the new 2019 ranger 1000 crew high lifter. We love it. It's a beast. Put a 3" bracket lift on it, along with 33s on 18s. Doesn't get stuck often lol

[@SXSBlog]

Duddeee awesome! They are super tough. I think we just had a tough break on the portal.

[@carwarz]

Awesome Video guys

[@samrobinson1851]

Wow!!!! Me and my boys enjoy your videos so much!!! 👍🏻

[@SXSBlog]

Awesome! Thanks for watching Sam! Email us [e-mail]

[@MartinHaga]

Hope to see a garage edit where you open up the portal to see what happened! Garage edits are the best and would love to see more!!

[@mart06300]

Hate to say it but i said it in the first mudlife video all the guys that suggested portal i guarantee dont use them im in texas and our mud is thick red clay. If you had a big lift no portals you wouldnt have these issues. I have defender xmr with 9 inch lift on 40s and i pull jeeps out of clay. Look at ostacruiser almost no guys run portals and ones that do have all the issues. Rangers have the best transmissions for this. 55% lower gears no need for portals

[@SXSBlog]

We're gonna run em and keep trying to break em.

[@mart06300]

@@SXSBlog have them might as well use them till they cant go any more. My lift is a highlifter lift and axles so i know first hand there products are good. I vouch for them.

[@Richard-gy1fo]

I have 4" portals with 6" lift and 40" BKT TR171 and haven't broke a portal. But it's underpowered yes it's a teryx

[@mart06300]

@@Richard-gy1fo love teryx. Haven't seen one on 40s must be awesome! Yeah these 1k's dont put out a bunch of hp either but have 61lb-ft torque and turn 40s like nothing.

[@Richard-gy1fo]

@@mart06300 nice. Mines a 2017 teryx 800. It will walk anywhere just about and has enough power to pull me thru some deep stuff. I have a big bore 900 kit but don't want to go in the engine till warranty is up. I'll post a couple videos of it on my channel this weekend. Geuss I should start putting the videos somewhere may as well be you tube. Thanks

[@gregcandor2562]

And I thought I was the only one that had bad days ! Thx for sharing!

[@lawrencesanchez1750]

Nice video guys of real world mud scenarios. This looks so familiar...I learned the hard way also. Now I only hook up to someone like you did and use the winch to help winch both bikes out at the same time (Use snatch block.). Never will I use the power of the bike again without winch helping lol.

[@brettforbes7642]

Your guys adventures never disappoint! So so funny 🤣

[@cross7776]

Is horrible that that happened but it was an entertaining video... yeah I feel like mudding is a whole lot of extra work but I'm excited you guys are willing to give it a shot🖒

[@JimmySeahawk]

I subbed...awesome video. The struggle was real!

[@Richdaddye]

I was cold just watching this!

[@brokedadfilms9702]

Time to weld up an ice breaker WOW!

[@lukecrumrine7517]

What a tank!!! A win for mudlyfe

[@lukecrumrine7517]

Uh oh I commented too quickly hahahaha

[@SXSBlog]

Still pretty impressive it drove itself out though, lol

[@lauriegoodwin1279]

My favourite video too. Just like the riding we do in Nova Scotia.

[@kevinenger8623]

Now I know what my rs1 will look like with 36’s!

[@russmontgomery5211]

Please do A vid of the portal damage.

[@ricepadi29]

I’m new to the s x s game and live near Flint. Looking forward to watching more of your content.

[@SXSBlog]

Thanks for watching!

[@RawDawgRandy]

Quick way to dry out belt housings. Kick it into neutral and hold at about 2500 rpms. Warms it up in there and dries the clutches quick. Been there too many times haha snorkels failed or just too deep for rig. It happens. Great video guys. A bad day on the trails is still better than a good day at work.

[@SXSBlog]

We did a lot of that, just didn't make for entertaining video, lol

[@RawDawgRandy]

@@SXSBlog haha yeah makes sense. Wasn't sure what all you guys tried. Hate that mudlyfe has given ya guys a struggle. But lifted machines are not as reliable no matter how much you spend.

[@VtecSam]

Dam what a hell of a situation that was, glad you guys made it back safe!!

[@AssaultOffroad]

Looks just like western NY conditions. Great vid guys!

[@McDoobles]

Portal lyfe boys! But made for a great video. I would have thought Sous was going to be Texplex Upset by the end of this one.

[@loganhall2860]

Yo thanks for helping CBOYTV and I love your vids

[@AllThingsOffroad69]

Man I really feel Doug’s frustration. I’ve been in that situation where a very simple stuck or breakage turns into an ordeal because of lack of parts or recovery gear. I carry so much extra shit in the crawler now lol and I Always keep a strap and basic tools in the rzr.

[@dustygood044944g]

This made for a great video! Keep them coming guys!

[@Bumpertrash1]

Definitely want to see what happened in the portal

[@ROTAXD]

Bumpertrash1 if I had to venture a guess, I'm betting the higher speeds @ glamis & on their first trip with ML likely caused hardening of the gearset to the point where it became brittle.

[@danpmatz]

I heard those portals have a lot of problems

[@joezokvic6662]

ROTAXD That’s not how hardening works. The temperatures required to do that would have destroyed the gears long before they had a chance to “harden and become brittle”.

[@mikeruder336]

This is the first I’ve seen this happen to! I’ve seen other problems with portals but not this! P.S. Do a video of what you should take recovery repair etc.

[@paulwuzhere]

Guy I ride with has locked up 3 gen 2 6in portals. Plenty of fun dragging that out of the woods.

[@lucasetcheson3442]

This is why you guys are where u are because your real we all have been there and had shit happen like that if it was another channel we would have seen 10% of that and u woulda told us you got stuck. Lol not sxs blog 🤣 keep it up fellas love it can't wait to see Doug tear into that Portal

[@jamesbeemer2477]

Next time you go muding bring a quart of oil, a Jack and some rtv. So if next time you need to free a portal you can take a gear out of it if it fails. I hope you guys going out again some time with it.

[@SXSBlog]

We'll have it at MudNats in a couple weeks! Should be good!