Toyota FJ Cruiser // Lexus LX 470 // Copper Cache Trail // Las Vegas Nevada

In this episode Chris in his Lexus LX 470 and me in my FJ Cruiser take on the Copper Cache Trail south of Las Vegas Nevada. It's a short, fun trail, and we caused damage!

[@scumbagg71]

wow that looked painful .. lol ...kinda dig the fact that yer homie isn't scared to take a Lexus out on the trails with ya ... also really like the roof rack he got on that Lexus

[@DUNEATV]

Great video. Really like the way you film it. Perfect angles to see the articulation...Ect

[@Flying_Dollar_Motorsports]

Been there before. Broke a tie rod end on my Xterra in southern NM. Had to get mine welded for a temp repair because it's hard to get Nissan parts on Saturday night. Shortly after fixing it while still getting out of the same trail, I snapped a front CV axle too! Made it out in 3 wheel drive though.

[@offroadhub.official]

Wow sounds like a crazy time! Thanks for watching!

[@cyberfrank-bx2nv]

ok, now it was your turn; calisse! it sounds ; kohliss! hey, that bump was gold for sure... I can t believe how the part was thorn bad... and you remain a happy camper...? no way would I have even attempted this bump... perhaps parts are more expensive over here. but even just the trouble is enough for me to forget about it. it s like you are training for rally or something, lol. good show team! note; the mine shaft part looks like a scene from star trek generations with the nexus coming up the rock...

[@JKsouthwest]

This is one of our favorite local trails. That last obstacle is a tough one, glad you got your rig fixed. Looking forward to more videos!

[@dougbourdo2589]

Another great video Ken. Given your earlier comment in the sandstone and traction issues, I suspected this was going to be the example. Does Toyota or an outside aftermarket source make heavier-duty tie rods? Or are they the proverbial weak-link, Fuse, etc.? Still, great wheeling.

[@offroadhub.official]

There are heavier duty tie rods out there, but like you said, the weak tie rods are almost like a fuse, so more expensive parts are less likely to break...

[@chefj6315]

Really enjoying your channel! I have an 07 TRD, currently being built for overlanding and am curious what rear tire carrier you have.

[@offroadhub.official]

It's a swing out, part of a custom bumper made by a local fabricator. That's cool that you have a TRD edition, good luck with the build! Thanks for watching!

[@stefanomantilla3872]

Sweet video! Did you end up having to lift the truck or did you just change it on the fly?

[@offroadhub.official]

No need to lift the vehicle or remove a wheel to change a tie rod! 👍

[@gersonlara2640]

A little bit off track building would of help

[@offroadhub.official]

What do you mean by off track building? Thanks for watching!

[@cyberfrank-bx2nv]

@@offroadhub.official probably adding rocks to make it easier to climb, that s what I d do, or use the ramps.

[@offroadhub.official]

@@cyberfrank-bx2nv I avoid "stacking rocks." If I can't do an obstacle I generally just won't, unless I absolutely have to.

[@stevegreen245]

Loving your film's. As we both have about the same rig. Makes me wanta up my game. I'm 60 and just stopped riding dirt bikes. And switch to 4 wheels. I can pick lines just fine. But I don't know what my FJ is capable of. But you're showing me. Thank you. Steve from so cal

[@offroadhub.official]

Thank you for watching! Your FJ is a very capable machine!

[@van7059]

Chris drove that Lexus like he stoled it.

[@gammaboxer9765]

Man oh man, that was a near perfect 90 degree bend in that tie rod. Great video, looked like a lot of fun. Chris has a nice Lexus, especially with the new war wounds. Is he planning more mods now after his adventures with you? Cheers

[@offroadhub.official]

Yes Chris is getting bumpers, tires and some lift. These trips definitely confirmed for him that these mods are worthwhile. Thanks for watching!

[@DirtyChuckwalla]

If you head back out to Nelson let me know. Would love to run the Nelson Loop Trail with you.

[@offroadhub.official]

I'm sure I'll be back!