Organize Your Mess! Off-road Tools And Recovery Gear Consolidation First Attempt

[@WeekendWrenchTurner]

Calls butane torch, "crack lighter", says he's from Tacoma. That checks out😆😆😆 Great stuff Nate!!

[@DirtLifestyle]

Lol #tacomalife

[@Chrisdagoat69]

Facts

[@Rudolfisareindeer]

Hey in all fairness that's more Spanaway now.

[@dougtond1380]

So fucking funny, although, if it's from tacoma, it's probably more of a meth lighter

[@Baddecisionsjkur]

We've always called it a crack torch

[@kylegaidos7688]

I like to have a bit of thick wire and/or some regular bailing wire incase something needs to be tied up or bound together.

[@JoeGarofaloII]

You don't need to ask us Nate, if you can make a video on it, we want to see it 😁👍

[@DirtLifestyle]

Lol thanks Joe 👊

[@brentbondura7339]

Truth right there!

[@johnnyh4492]

I just did this yesterday! One thing I had that you didn't was a folded up tarp, good to lay down if you break in mud. I will add electrical gear, good idea. And I want to add jb weld putty.

[@DirtLifestyle]

Tarp is a good suggestion for sure 👍

[@Sjackson2369]

I bought one of the heavy green army tarps instead of those cheap plastic ones and I keep it in the toolbox

[@DANEMSPRINGER]

LoL "Can't wait to try these tools on the trail..." Never seen someone excited to break down on a trail. Just messin' with ya Nate!

[@DirtLifestyle]

Lol

[@davelentz7888]

Thought the same thing! Along with, “Guess I don’t want to wheel with this guy” 😆

[@adampennington8954]

He's probably used to it. I mean, it is a Jeep. lol

[@FlawedOffroad]

Nate: I've got flex seal My kid from 3 rooms away: "I SAWED THIS BOAT IN HALFFFFF"

[@DirtLifestyle]

Lol

[@saladking2370]

"THAT'S A LOT OF DAMAGE"

[@fern1493]

Sometimes the simplest solutions can be the greatest! Easy removal and easy cleanup without anything permanent in the way! I like it!

[@nwwoodsman2545]

I like keeping the recovery ropes or anything that will get muddy in a tool bag or old gym bag. It helps keep the truck clean. The best thing about the toolbox is you can see when something is missing.

[@asablack1364]

I love geekin’ out over gear and tires and tools. Go Zags!

[@ratfarmers]

Trail tool organization has always been something people overlook! Two other things I like in my kit is a good magnet based flashlight and a sacrificial strap I'll use with mud recovery.

[@ratfarmers]

Soo weird I had another Nate sighting on video upload day! I saw the giant Dirt Lifestyle windshield banner on the Jeep headed south on a trailer!

[@c.shoefish]

Great video...Tekton really does make great tools, I've swapped almost my full arsenal over to their stuff, and the fact that the cases are high quality and there's no misses in sets (unlike MOST other companies) is a huge bonus

[@Impuritan1]

Love their tools. Just worked on my Ford OBS and TJ with them today.

[@4wheeling]

I pulled someone out from the ledges on golden spike. Basically from the Golden Crack out with a kinetic rope. No matter how hard we tried, the rope was run over, multiple times. The rope came out with a few scuffs, but for the abuse, I was surprised. Definitely an awesome product,

[@brelade-gb]

one part that i think is a must to always bring with you, is tyre stem valves. They can easily get pinched between a rock and your tyre and break. and thats it, no air in your tyre. They're small and take up no space. Must have!

[@JoeGarofaloII]

Yessir, I got one of them action Packers to hold all of my making holes, stopping holes and patching holes kit for my vehicle. Its good quality and works well

[@joshg8458]

I’ve been looking at the tekton tools and yankum ropes lately. Probably the next gear I will get for my ride!

[@MrMrsregor]

dont get me wrong, i like tekton tools... But, i bought a tekton 24 wrench set in 2016 for $26, now they want like $200-$250 !!! Almost 1000% price increase when they started advertising through youtube :( they are nice tools and i was planning to buy more until i started looking at the current pricing

[@kennethstephens8046]

And those Tekton screwdrivers are made in the USA. As are a bunch of their other tools

[@borisjohnson1944]

I like your style. Don't usually watch many USA youtuber 4WD shows. You are down to earth with good ideas. Plus you aren't hyper excited about everything. I'm in Australia and have just bought new D-Max SX. Had 4WD before but not for a while. Won't be doing extreme stuff as being a bit old recovery of the vehicle, and my self for that matter, isn't in my to do list.

[@eringle94]

JKU owner here, and I love my Smittybilt tool cab for the back of my Jeep. Holds all my trail gear, and locks for when I’m in the not so safe areas.

[@davedonedis]

I made a “Jump Bag” that I keep between the front seats. If has a handful of tools you use 95% of the time. Phillips, flat head, 5-6 ratchet wrenches, knipex pliers, couple zip ties...

[@brianandrew7245]

I agree those rubber made box’s are very handy I have one that rode in the bed of my ranger for years, they also double as an cooler if you line them with foam

[@bobjackson7516]

As many "prepper" videos as I watch, you're right there with the best of them regarding your level of preparedness. Rock on brother!

[@Mitchumthegreat]

Really appreciate the vids Nate, been wheelin for years but I can still learn something with your vids. The attention to detail and how you post all the helpful links in the description is awesome. Very excellent channel that deserves to be so much bigger.

[@TheMrhick92]

I have started using ammo boxes they come in different sizes and are sealed from the elements

[@tomshunpiker4554]

Great video! I use towels to back in between “stuff” in my storage boxes to keep things from moving around. I do this in my work truck boxes and it really keeps things together. When it comes to screw drivers I carry one Stanley ratcheting with multiple heads. Saves lots of room!

[@mikehoffman3690]

Used a similar method to store tools in a plastic container. With all the bouncing, it tore the fender washers through the bottom of the container. I switched to aluminum flat stock over the bolts. Problem solved (for me).

[@garrettzkool63]

good call, i was gonna go that regular route, maybe ill just use bigger sheet plates as washers to prevent the pull through. thanks for sharing your experience

[@jacobstein7179]

Nate look at Milwaukee pack out, I have a big box mounted on top of my drawer system using their base plate

[@snakeskinproductions7500]

I love the tote idea. been doing it for a few years now. Only difference is I mounted 2 pieces of flat stock to the bottom that stick out a few inches both front and back so I can unbolt the box and remove it without having to empty it. Just a slight variation but works well for me. Great content as always brother..

[@davidruppel1216]

I finally stared doing the same thing with a plastic tub, but yours is way better. Thank you for this video!

[@danaboatman954]

We use the space between the "front" and the "back" to fit a slim cooler to keep our drinks and food. We also have a growler filled with ice and water, usually in the footwell. The area between the "back" and the tailgate is for folding chairs and whatnot.

[@seansevey6072]

On the Rubbermaid tote, run a bead of RTV silicone in the channel of the lid and smooth it out with your finger to create a gasket then let it dry before closing it. This will help to minimize the amount of dust and some moisture out. I did that on a tote about 20 years ago and it still works great.

[@joelwarthen1135]

Good idea, I do the same thing except I cut wax paper strips and put them between the RTV and the box then put the lid on the box and snap it down. Pull the lid off the box the next day, remove the wax paper and you have a custom fit gasket.

[@jeffdoak8444]

I use the d ring keepers to organize my extention cords, air lines, and welding leads. The air lines and extention cords are hung on the wall but all of the leads are all hung on my fabrication cart.

[@mjenner89]

Tech-t-on not Tech-t-en. Their based in Grand Rapids Michigan, close to where I live. Another great video Nate! Gave me some good ideas and things to look into while I continue to build out my JKU.

[@jeffreylc]

Based in Grand Rapids is good. Are they made there or are the ChiCom production? Off to check them out. Edit: website says mostly Taiwan and U.S manufacturer. 2% ChiCom. That’s decent. Off to spend some $.

[@vinceimp9581]

Those rubber made containers are legit, I've had them in my truck bed for years of pool service and they last like no other. They also haven't changed the designs hardly at all over the years so built in stuff still works with new replacements.

[@leefhead1]

I use the same rubbermaid container with my Polaris Ranger. It contains water pretty good when the top dips into the water when doing crossings. lol. Otherwise no complaints!

[@samsanderson7159]

Sometimes simple and fast is the best way to go. I think I'm going to copy this idea for my TJ.

[@hollywood4n6]

Great points, brother. Always make great content. But I want to touch upon one thing. After 20+ years off roading, I’ve learned to NEVER use hard shackles from HomeDepot or Lowe’s, they are meant for static applications. So hoist an engine, heavy duty tie downs or anchoring heavy objects but as an off road use, they have and will bend even break, even saying they’re 10-20k rated, they really aren’t.

[@jake-mv5oi]

I need to get some of those keeper straps and small pouches. I've been using a combination of tool bags from CLC (1537 &1539) wrench rolls from ergodyne, and an atlas46 roll pouch for sockets mounted on rails. I usually end up overpacking tools because 90s jeeps like to use a random SAE size here and there, and the less time somebody else in the group spends fixing their junk means more trails that I get to ride.

[@slamboy66]

I use a tote also. On tote and cooler I mounted SeaSense Hatch Lift Springs to open lids. Marine grade reduces chance of rust so far.

[@PROXIMO22]

a game saver that i always bring with me and has got us off the trail in Moab twice now is a length of chain and some bolts long enough to bass through and cinch down with. ill bring several lengths of bolts and at least two two foot sections of chain... we have used these to hold a broken front axle up enough to get off the trail and for ripped off or weakened control arm mounts. wrap that chain around something and a hi-lift handle and crank down a few bolts to lock things in place. even though i have a premier power welder on board i still carry them. its just one of those things that proved worthy of a place in the oh-shit-kit years ago before the welder.

[@brunothehumble]

i know i've commented on this video before, but i recently purchased a pair of the step 22 bags. and one of them i have completely loaded with full sets of metric and standard sockets and wrenches, and let me tell you, that giant bag became significantly less giant when you end up with as many tools loaded into it as i have. i'm still experimenting with layouts and what goes where and what i'm going to be eliminating and adjusting but those bags are absolutely game changing for offroad tool storage. i'm still working on getting everything just right but with the sheer level of things i've rounded up that i need its hard to whittle it down very much at all. but those bags have made it absolutely 1000 times easier to access and organize things i need ready access to.

[@johnbjorgen7212]

One thing I didn't see in your bag with belts and hoses and zipties and tape, etc... was some hose clamps. I assume they're in there, but if not, a few sizes of hose clamps will always come in handy.

[@Bikesands]

I love the action packers. Just be careful with that much weight. I have seen the fender washer still pull though. I ran a piece of 1” by .120 strap between the bolt holes on my Jeep for the trunk. Just a little added insurance for roll overs.

[@jimhinkle5720]

Hi Nate! Find a right size plastic window box planters for your muddy items, helps with clean up and water control.

[@charmcode]

Milwaukee tool Packouts lock together. After market companies make feet for other brands of containers. Perhaps you could mount your action packer and be able to remove it if need. I.e. to move it to another vehicle of if you need room in the jeep for shopping etc.

[@DirtLifestyle]

I had like 12 of these on my work van. Great tool boxes 👍

[@thelarsongarage]

Nothing worse than "yard saleing" all your gear when your looking for that one tool you know you packed. I enjoyed your set up back when you were using the ammo cans, this new set up is definitely more organized. Gives me motivation to organize my mess of a tool bag. Great video!

[@norcaljeeping434]

Something I like to do to stuff like this is glue velcro to the backside and possibly top so you can velcro a first aid kit to the outside, I have my drone back on velcro so it doesn't slide around, im a big fan of velcro and magnets awesome video like always bud 🤙

[@andywilson1117]

The only thing that concerns me is how are you gonna use dimple dies on that plastic box?😂😂👍

[@DirtLifestyle]

Lol amazing

[@russjowett2137]

Great video Nate. I really appreciate that instead of making a custom fancy box. Which of course you can. You chose a cheap plastic rubber made box. Because it works. And going in to detail about leaving space left over for dirty equipment. Easily overlooked. Cheers

[@luiscruz-no3ib]

If you have dual battery carry a welder cables and rods and able to stick weld on the trail using the batterys

[@johnzakshesky4774]

Nate, check out Atlas 46 they have some cool tool rolls and all USA made.

[@vernonbennettiii3646]

I would add the following (for people who 4x4 in Northern Michigan): DeWalt 60/20 volt battery electric chainsaw (I have used this numerous times to cut through blow downs on my way in before daylight, and on my way out after dark from the woods where I go hunting). Also, a portable/collapsible "Wyoming Saw" (for tree branches and a bone saw -- great for quartering a deer). Also a machete-like devise called a "Woodsman" (which is a good substitute for a heavy ax) -- I have used this on numerous occasions to clear brush from a trail I am trying to get through, where a chain saw is just to big for the job.

[@TheoneDragon51]

I made a cardboard cut out across my made in the USA Craftsman set to help Jeep Deming Place Antrim rattling.

[@jtdehaanjr]

Like how the video turned out. Glad you made it for us. I like the storage solutions. Interested to see how that Rubbermaid holds up. Had one crack in the winter... I like your tool setups, especially that bag holding the screwdrivers etc.

[@rockandroad4x4partsaccesso36]

I used to ratchet strap my utility case down but now I'm going to bolt it down, thank for the tip. I use the "Bucket Boss" rollup tool pouches, very durable. Great video

[@051biohaz]

Love the kit, very well thought out. Hope you don’t need it, but excited you have it. Thanks for the upload.

[@SQLRYAN]

Great guide to tools & recovery kit. It's always good to see how the other person do it, get some ideas for your own kit. Always appreciate you taking the effort to make these videos.

[@bc30cal99]

Excellent video sir. Have used that exact Rubbermaid box in the back of my pickup for more than a decade. I modified mine by replacing the hinge with a threaded rod which protrudes out both ends - and allows me to then attach hold downs to the hinge side of the box. I have a Warn 8000lb winch in mine actually - QD setup front and back of rig - along with the other gear. Have found a 24" bow saw is really handy when wind storms happen and one needs to cut the downed trees off the trail to get home. Thanks for the Flex Tape tip - will look for some next time I'm in our local Canadian Tire! Happy Easter and stay well.

[@phillims1]

Keep it simple! Always a good plan.

[@starskymedia]

You should always carry 2 metal shackles for the common occurrence where someone is stuck and their vehicle doesn't have rated recovery points on the front. You can use the two hard shackles and the tree saver strap as a "bridle" that will connect between the two tie points that all vehicles have on the front. Then you can snatch them out a lot more safely, since the load is split between those points using the bridle, and if one fails the second will prevent the whole snatch line slinging back. Strongly strongly recommend you include that second metal shackle in your kit mate! Great video and thanks for sharing

[@starskymedia]

Also, for the same reason - you should include a hitch recovery point in your kit, both for your car or someone else's. Waaaaaaayyyy too many people who aren't familiar with performing recoveries use the tow ball to attach the snatch strap to. This is incredibly dangerous and literally kills multiple people each year

[@russellwood8750]

Interesting your favourite piece of recovery gear is your kinetic rope and winch. For me I would have to say it is my max tracks , it get me out of the majority of the sticky situations doesn’t require a secondary vehicle or a anchor point yeah I would have to say my traction boards are my number one piece of recovery gear.

[@EverythingOutdoors]

Nice! Love the builds. This however, was straight practical. Thanks for the tree saver comments. Two clevises for bumpers is good. Love my soft shackles also. Soft shackles and winch line have a minimum bend radius and the sharp edge of a bumper mount is usually not that radius. Clevises are close to that radius for some lines. Love the tool rolls.

[@steveperez1178]

Thanks for the no-nonsense ideas and explanations! Have some great fun at Moab!

[@cheeze253]

old power tool cases the non blow molded ones. would take usually dewalt cases from the trash on jobsites. cut the ribs add some foam. have a free lead throwing tool case. some are even stackable. like the versa/t-stack box kind

[@llew777]

110 percent agree On your need for quality, You tend to buy only 1 time

[@ryanmgill]

Spray the shop towels in the blow molded case with silicone spray. Helps with corrosion issues and you can wipe the tools down. Also, the blow molded case helps you make sure you've policed up all your sockets when using them.

[@mikecates6505]

Thanks for the insight. I’m going to put together a similar goody box. I just happen to have a couple pelican boxes that’ll work perfect! Rock on!

[@shawnvergilia1609]

I'm my Cherokee daily driver I use the plastic tote as it's simple easy and somewhat organized.

[@segrimsjinn]

Put a shop towel in each of your bags to quiet their rattling. Plus then you have a bright colored mat to out things on as you take them on and off

[@craighandley5364]

I definitely need to sit down and do this. Keep up the good work always look forward to the next video. Like the variations of videos to

[@ShredGarage]

I love that you are using a simple plastic tote. I think people over complicate things at times when something as simple and cheap as that tote will do the trick. 🤘

[@dfpfabrication9520]

First and only set of metric wrenches I've bought is Tekton, great quality wrenches! I'm glad to see they have tool rolls, those are definitely on my list now

[@backseatgamer3390]

We have used a tug boat rope for years for machinery recovery

[@wildthingsgarage]

Excellent video, Nate! I love how you cover all aspects of off-roading. Gear is Very important, and keeping it from zinging around in a flop or rollover is even more important. Sometimes, a simple solution is best. I also use a tote to keep all my recovery gear/tools/parts clean, dry and in place. It's great that you bolted it down, with space fore and aft, and the well-thought out reasoning behind it. It's great seeing you build sliders and bumpers and such, as well as watching the rock-crawling videos, but this sort of video is needed as well. Thanks for another great video, keep 'em coming!!

[@quentinhelms5216]

Awesome video! I’m used to having a full toolbox on my truck so great to see some ideas on how to consolidate for the jeep! Keep up the awesome content!

[@MtnMoto]

I always carry a small shovel. They work extremely well for lifting assist when changing tires 😉

[@reafkennedy3069]

I've got a set of tekton 1/2 inch impact sockets and extensions. Came with a decent ratchet and I absolutely love them. I've been running a blow molded Craftsman tool set for years. IMO the tool sets in cases is the only way to go.

[@thatmand4542]

It really makes me happy to see another person use tekton,ive had the same 3/8'ths tool kit for about 2 years and man ive been happy ever since,i had some Snap-On tools......cough cough* Crap-On tools i've always went through some ratchets using the good ole cheater bar but with tektons i have not broken a single one and im super happy with their ratchets on some of their other tools like their impact sockets pliers and the good ole torque wrench and ect.but yeah cant wait to see nate use the heck out of em :D

[@corydriver7634]

I’m sure someone has commented by now but I’ve always heard Tekton pronounced Tek-ton (ton). Nice recovery kit review. The only thing I’d add-paint metal stuff like the clevis’ and hooks with fluorescent orange paint-seems like that’s the kind of thing I always lay down in the dirt or grass or even leave hanging on someone else’s vehicle and forget or lose, if it’s bright orange I’m more likely to see it. Thanks.

[@thejourneyretold]

I run a dirt work company and we have the tekton socket sets (all 3) and the same wrench rolls in all the trucks - awesome stuff and we abuse the holy hell out of them. highly recommended

[@gwood69]

Flex seal is awesome I love the tape and the quarts of paint they’re legit even if it’s soaked it’ll do the job

[@MyShadowblue]

Tekton is a nice budget tool. Their warranty is great and easy to redeem. If you're not looking to spend a fortune on tools and want good quality, I recommend them.

[@docniemo4713]

Gear nerd here too! Good vid brother!

[@Nick.Barnes]

great set up, i have done almost the exact same thing with bags, rolls and a plastic bin to store them in... the only difference is i like to keep my bin mobile between the taco and the jeep depending on what we're doing or where we're going i just use the same tool set up for both because i'm never wheeling/road tripping both at the same time. thanks for the run down!

[@vaughnclark4430]

In oregon your are required to carry a bucket and shovel anytime you go into the woods . Fire prep

[@StormbornJKU]

I definitely need to come up with a more organized and lighter solution for all of my gear as well. I bring an entire pro eagle Jack in the back of my rig and I need to change that. I need a lighter bottle Jack solution for sure because that’s way too much weight.

[@WAVE_ZERO]

That was me at the gas station in Moab with the green ZR2 having a fanboy moment 😂 I hope you had as much fun as I did this year!

[@markw365]

Check out the Ernst twist lock socket rails, you can move all those tekton sockets to 4 socket rails and then put them in the pockets of your bag. I do this with an atlas 46 yorktown tool roll. Tekton is a great bang for the buck and tool rolls are the way to go for offroad.

[@theidahodian4518]

Your previous 'ammo can' video was good but this one makes more sense for me (stock 4R). Liked and Subscribed.

[@ericthered1274]

Those Action Packers are nice but they lack convenient tie-down points and when I strapped mine down tight when wheeling it crushed the side wall in one corner and deformed it. The lid is nice and strong but the walls are kinda weak, through bolting it like that is a great idea

[@FlawedOffroad]

I have a bunch of the action packers but haven't incorporated any of them into the jeep yet but they are nice! Also digging the tool rolls vs my giant toolbag that I can never find anything. So you might have just inspired me to redo my junk now. Thanks lol

[@DirtLifestyle]

Dude these tool rolls are a game changer 🤘

[@chrisjones2252]

Nate, get rid of that worthless heavy extinguisher and get an E50 or E100 element fire extinguisher that is good for 50 to 100 seconds and weighs nothing and leaves no residue. Great video as always.

[@Iam_Machines]

Steel Stick from JB Weld. I don't go anywhere without it. I've actually used it on other people's punctured crank case, punctured fuel tank, and random people flagging me down for things like a punctured radiator. Stuff is worth its weight in gold 🤙

[@johngray9702]

Awesome video thanks . I'm new to the extreme off road / over land adventure. Very helpful.

[@tealtazmanian966]

THIS VIDEO just did it for me and Subscribed. Your logic for the location of the storage container is perfectly logical and one other reason is that it seem to be right above the rear axle balancing that higher weight right were it belongs...in my experience. You have such similar ideas of quality outweighs cheep-crap that breaks. One thing that irritates me most is a broken tool while out on the trail...why even bring it if it won't stand the use? just because it's light doesn't cut if for me....seems I'm the go to mechanic on ALL outings so I don't like letting someone down due to cheep-crap tools. ANYWAY, sorry for the long comment but you have what I call "GOT IT TOGETHER" the correct way. Thanks for your videos and I'll be watching...mostly just quietly.

[@beeyotch4232]

I use a heavy plastic tool box because I need a stand to reach over the fender - toolbox & step.

[@wvlongshooter3912]

One of my favorite vids you’ve done!!! Live it man!! I appreciate what ya do !! Great content!!👍👍👌👌

[@20tea]

Best wishes to you and the Family this holiday weekend! I usually use ammo cans and heavy duty totes to carry my supplies. The totes I use have holes for locks, but haven't really needed them yet. I really like the idea of the rubbermaid tote and locking systems. Yeah, I tend to weigh down my Samurai with too much tools that stresses out my vehicle even more so. Will take those tools you mention to help narrow down what I need to bring. Like to see what the professionals generally bring on the trail, so the info is super helpful! I also use those nutcerts as well for a lot of things. They're definitely useful when mounting parts! Thanks.

[@silentjde]

I really need to organize my stuff, I have 2 large bins in the back of my bronco, with recovery equipment and another one full of fluids and spare parts. Then I have bags of tools and a harbor freight 318 piece tool set. I like that tool toll option, I’ll have to look into that.

[@brunothehumble]

I may have commented on this before but a recent thing I have done with my winch was actually to wire in a different brand controller plug. My winch is a smittybilt gen 2 9500 xrc and I was able to add the port that badlands winches use to my smittybilt which has allowed me to use the badlands wired/wireless winch remotes available at harbor freight for their badlands series winches. And since I already had the smittybilt remote this now gives me not only a spare remote but also the option of wired vs wireless.

[@hentiecraig7749]

The cenetick rope has been used in south african army 1984 to recover heavy machines