Rescuing A Fodge Bronkota

We got a call from a gentleman with a broken truck stuck in Canyonlands on the Elephant Hill Trail. Apparently the steering linkage had broken and needed welded because it was custom made and not factory, so taking in parts wasn't an option. So we loaded up Wile E and the buggy. Since this was a welding job and wouldn't require the wrecker we decided to not take it since we usually have to bypass the Squeeze obstacle when we take Trailmater. So that saved us time and disrupting traffic going the wrong way on the one way. Once to the vehicle we seen it was a Dodge Dakota with all Ford Bronco running gear. The custom steering linkage broke at the splice. So we remover the whole setup to make access easier. Then we beveled the parts and welded them back together with our new Bun Trail Welder that works in conjunction with the Premier Power Welder. Super handy and works great. After the weld cooled we reinstalled everything and the customer was able to drive the rig out and continue on his trip. Thank you everyone for watching and supporting us.
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[@BrianL123]

Thank you, guys, for rescuing my dad! He's been driving that Dodge since he took it off the dealer lot in 1988! Seen a lot of miles!

[@grannyt6819]

It looks like it works really well! I was very impressed. His driving skills are prime, as well. That is not easy territory and he looked like it was a Sunday drive.

[@BrianL123]

@@grannyt6819 Taught me how to wheel! Funny thing, I was just out there on that same trail about three months ago with my Jeep, also by myself. I didn't break anything, so now I get to give him ALL the grief!

[@EricksonEtc]

That truck rocks.

[@slyguyd]

Great background info, thanks!

[@mikesarten8043]

Cool build

[@jamesoncroasdale1517]

The throwing sand on the new tools is an instant classic.

[@shaunsmith928]

(well put jameson) "Its not really a tool entell its dirty" lol

[@roberthevern6169]

A 'Fodge' .... what a combo! Mike's having too much fun! Your customer is the OG off roader!

[@briangalloway3684]

​@@Evansautorepair don't wheel do you? Things break if you have constant fun with them. Dudes been out there wheeling that thing for years.

[@flogg8635]

If Rory can’t do it, it can’t be done, period.

[@briangalloway3684]

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[@LostandRefound]

Instead of hiring one of the tour companies in the area, we want to just follow you guys around for a day. That would be a lot more fun. 😂

[@brentswallers7905]

Rory we need a guy to organize this. Here is another source of monetization 25 bucks followed for the day and watch us do recovery

[@defuller1]

Rates somewhat higher if he has to keep pulling you out of tight spots 😅

[@supacheef1]

Yes rory... A one week "vacation" for viewers with rigs to come hang with ya'll. Run a raffle! Donate the money to the blue ribbon coalition to fight the closures! 4 or 5 lucky winners!

[@SirensC3]

I was just thinking the same thing. Then I look at the comments and this was the first comment I saw and laughed a little.

[@mikemiller9119]

@@brentswallers7905yeah, then he can get real time “you’re doing it wrong” comments. 😂😂

[@toddhansen5072]

That old boy did a darn good job driving the Bronkota!

[@desertdweller4951]

There's nothing better than Team TrailMater, Rory, Shawn, and Mike. The Three Amigos of Moab to the rescue. Gotta love it. Mike of course is the hardest working member, ok he looks the part anyway 😅 Thanks for sharing guys, best off road recovery tubers for sure.

[@tedfisk1211]

Your videos are always enjoyable, the camaraderie of the three of you and the laughing and carrying on as well as the beautiful scenery. Great stuff, guys.

[@jimb6087]

I love when you find what you want to say in the comments. Thanks Ted.

[@gapster46]

I think my neighbors must have heard me bust out laughing when you threw dirt on the new wrenches. Priceless.

[@dezrtrat702]

I like the Broncota, it’s cool to see what people come up with, and seemed to work well

[@paulcooper9135]

Trail Spool Gun ... Awesome!!! Thanks for sharing 🇨🇦

[@shaunsmith928]

Excellent choice in a V-8 for the fodge . Its like the perfect daily with what you need for the trail.

[@burpengaryjosh5614]

Some day im coming over to meet you blokes and check out that beautiful scenery for myself.❤️🇦🇺🇺🇸

[@mikebell9166]

You gotta do it mate!

[@burpengaryjosh5614]

@@mikebell9166 would be an amazing experience 👍

[@michaelcauser474]

Worked it out at last - "If at first you don't succeed, use a bigger hammer." Great work gents.

[@EKAdventures51]

Thanks for the great chuckle this morning here in the Canadian Rocky Mountains, the laughs allow me to forget the world's woes

[@Xuelauj]

That welder saved me many times on the trail. Recommend it to anyone who wheels without a welder

[@rickharper1497]

I love watching you guys interact. Going to do a repair job on the trail is like an adventure with you guys. Great video as always!!

[@lawrencekedgettjr2364]

You guys can always turn a rescue into an adventure ,,, grate vid Rory mike and Shawn ,,,,

[@LaDonnashielded-kc7zm]

6:46 awesome sound💥

[@savagenomore]

This truck is the true meaning of F--ked Over Rebuilt Dodge....lol

[@dustymojave]

The Ford acronym: Fast Ol' Radical Dude Don't you never forget it.😎

[@edwinschlee8374]

Great weld job on the Fodge Bronkota and the owner was able to drive it out!

[@weberlori5239]

Mini break from house cleaning when Trail Mater vid pops up. Beautiful scenery , it's amazing how they create tools. One sweet welder you used today.

[@bobtucker8875]

Great 👍 content guys. Love the ole boys truck 💗. Thanks for sharing 😊.

[@matthewhatton3637]

Heck I always carry plenty of food and water in my Durango if I'm ever broke down out there you can take your time coming out to get me or I can always cook you a lunch or dinner depending on the time while you're working on my vehicle 🤙

[@secretelitemusic]

Fodge Bronkota; a legend is born! It's a little known fact that he invented the farbulator.

[@kjjeep2718]

That was a great video, casually doing trail fixes most people couldn't do at home.

[@brentswallers7905]

Look at Rory all decked out in the trail mater swag Started out in T-shirts and jeans Now he’s walking tall in trail mater swag from head to toe Love it

[@brentswallers7905]

Just need an organizer and someone to be there and keep the people organized and collected

[@fanggun4219]

Moley..moley..moley 😂

[@bryanstrietelmeier2573]

Your guy's cubicle is forever beautiful!Living the dream.❤️💯

[@whyevenconsider1182]

Love watching that buggy in action. Kudos to you guys living in one of the most amazing off-road places in the state's.

[@LaDonnashielded-kc7zm]

Top of the morning to you💚❣️ Very awesome to see a Buggy and Wile. E rescue... Super cool repair Rory, nice Dodge!!!

[@jamesschuchart4784]

Thumbs up to the ol fellow still wheeling

[@markreetz1001]

"When were you working?" Always a relevant question.

[@doughaven-rf8id]

They say laughter is healthy ... you guys must be the healthiest of all Utah !

[@billsmith7255]

I must say, you have one of the coolest jobs that exist.

[@UncleManuel]

Holy crap, Rory is getting F.A.N.C.Y.! A MIG welder on the trail? What a luxurious item... 😁😜

[@lindanorman2589]

thanks for a great show as always

[@orangepickel2]

Mike's comments on the Fodge; my friend had a bunch of different old motorbikes. Decided that he needed a new dirt bike so he grafted a Yamaha front fork assembly onto a Suzuki 250 CC. Called it a"Yamasuki"!😂

[@adammonson]

Y'all are epic. I'm a millwright by trade so i get to solve some issues in my line of work. I really enjoy your ability to roll with the punches and get the job done.

[@martykitson3442]

Franken truck looks like the customer is a very competent driver once he got a competent welder on it

[@Zircon_215]

A trail fix, beautiful scenery, witty commentary … what more do you want? Thanks for another great one, guys!

[@davebenson1504]

Moab si such a magical place with such beautiful vistas... it has been great to see the growth of your fleet.... specialized vehicles for special repairs/recoveries or just ole plain fun... 🙂 and slowly breaking in the new tool kit too 😂🤣😂 Nice of Mike to make Shawm and Rory "feel better now" 😂

[@Sirmellowman]

you can tell the customer is a very experienced offroader

[@cognitivedissonancecamp6326]

This really is the most wholesome content on YT.

[@cksmith007]

Love love love the Mike, Shawn and Rory show!

[@jackbelk8527]

I'm sure other amateur geologist watch for the great exposures of sandstones.

[@P52Ranch]

Mike always finds the wildlife to share with us. Even if it is ants.

[@Keinandrew3]

And it’s good to see Rory back

[@twodogsyyc6729]

Oh man I luv Saturdays that have a new Trail Mater video. Rory and the guys just make me smile. Take care all!!!

[@Voyagersk9]

Using your wrench for a clap is brilliant!! Nice work guys! 👍👍👍

[@MastaT_150]

I like the hexagons on the roof of the buggy, I’ve never noticed those before.

[@lomni02]

he can do a better bush repair than most people can in a full shop!

[@sickjohnson]

Can you imagine you are out on the trails having an awesome day of adventures and then your ride gives up the ghost on ya...oh ohhhh. 🥺 But you know who to call to save the day...and these 3 guys show up and turn that frown way upside down! How cool would that be.

[@johnguilfoyle3073]

Rory is Wire Welding on the trail... And Mike is showing us... Ants. 🤣🤣

[@UmmmmmmmWhat]

That Fodge Bronkota is like something someone would've built back when i was in hs, maybe before. I bet that old dudes been driving that thing as is since ~1995.

[@DeeRebel44]

Mike," aw I touched a Ford". Rory, " when were you working on stuff?" Mike," I did it for like 3 seconds and got filthy". You guys are too funny. Nice you have other rigs you can take out and do repairs. Looks like Rory had a new toy also. Great job welding. Shawn," how did the tire get wet?" Lol you guys kill me , I love your videos. Keep up the good work.

[@Gooby12]

Then Shawn ends with, “wha he said” and gestured with thumb toward Rory😂. Priceless👌

[@mwb3984]

Once Again - the best videos showing us the details of The Best Offroad Recovery & Repair crew, as well as the best views of the countryside. Ants are a key but unrecognized part of most ecosystems, and are interesting. Thank you for consistent content that reveals so much of the landscape around there. You guys are a modern day Lowell Thomas.

[@richardthomas1743]

So that Dakota is a "Fudged Over Rebuilt Dodge" ... Thanks for taking us along Rory , Mike and Shawn!! 👍

[@MrJmatthewj]

Old-school Frankenstein was impressive.

[@bullittdog4352]

I now know that high pitch sound that comes when welding with the mobile unit happens with MIG as well as stick..learned something new today ! I was waiting for Rory to get some of them fire ants up his back..those things are mean.

[@maxironpaw]

Dude had a nice truck. Different; very cool. Straight sheetmetal! He's a good driver, too.

[@cadilakisrodcustom]

I've been debating on buying on of those welders for a while now

[@randalmartin438]

Fast off-road driving

[@Bjornar_Gjostol]

Mike and Shawn are the best, laugh every time, thanks for the video, greetings from Norway

[@Keinandrew3]

That mig welder is awesome can’t wait to to see how it holds up

[@robertquackenbush5547]

Another tory trail repair 101 class video which are always nice to watch

[@bobcooper1055]

Gentlemen, you're the best.. thanks for sharing..

[@redeyetrucker520]

That D7 turned out incredibly, job well done Gentlemen!

[@usmclee65]

Spool gun is a great new tool for your rigs, great repair and recovery thanks crew !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@slowlydimming4320]

Could not ask for a nicer place to work!

[@thedave513]

I need a Canyonlands 'trail fix'. See what I did there? Thanks boys. Always worth the watch.

[@General_Confusion]

With all these different welders, these guys are turning into a professional outfit.

[@cadmanchannel]

Great landscape shots on this one, Mike. Given the number of times I have watched you use the "Big Hammer Method" of tie rod end removal on the trail, perhaps a kit with a pitman arm puller and a tie rod end puller might be in order. You don't always have room to swing the hammer, and there is the risk of further damage from the hammer hitting Mike's fingers.

[@oliverohnemus5791]

Mike, apparently we share the same ability to attract dirt and grime simply by being near a vehicle😂😂😂

[@monette44]

Beauty shots by Shawn! Thanks guys!

[@thewampus97tj]

Bun trail welder saves the day!

[@americonoffroadadventures8132]

The marriage of 2 pieces metal in its natural surroundings is magical. Love dirt. Thanks

[@janiceheld6594]

You guys never disappoint. Always fun to go along with you. Beautiful area, great repair and fun had by all. I mut say I'm very impressed with the Fodge. That rig climbed out of there very well. I saw in the comment that gentleman has owned that rig 1981 and he is still enjoying wheeling in it. 👍👍

[@Derf1313]

I believe Mike is confused (or confusing, lol), we've all thought its the "SUPERPOWER" of the front dig, not just the power... Lol! Wonderful entertainment gentlemen, chuckles too! Thanx !

[@tomgreen6206]

The scenery was awesome. Also love the mig spool gun.

[@brianmckee3991]

I liked the shots that show the vehicles in the background. Nice perspective!

[@brianpeterson5553]

That is an interesting build on the Dakota, I kinda like it

[@billnalder1017]

I had a 95 black Dodge Dakota with the V8 Magnum, fwd, 4 speed that was an absolute ROCKET!!!..i miss the shit out of that truck and so does the Utah Highway patrol!!!

[@bryanr9533]

You guys know how to find the humor 👍

[@kevbev1524]

Beautiful but deadly, Mostly the views, But today its also thee mixture of both brands of vehicles. Thats just asking for trouble, Rorys new top customer ❤

[@Tinman97301]

He built a nice rig. Looks really well done too.

[@ggalland1]

"Mike, what did you get into?". "Am I dirty? Awe........, I touched a Ford". You guys damn near made me spit my coffee out. That Fodge looked pretty dang capable. I hope I am out there trailing it up when I reach that age. Awesome recovery. Thanks for taking us along

[@dezertraider]

THANK YOU FOR THE BLUE SKY! SO DREARY HERE IN MAINE..STAY AWESOME..

[@kevinfoley7704]

That old man kicked your butts on that trail.

[@mrwinston_thepug]

Nice trail repair 🤘🏻

[@steveout6971]

After watching Rory, Matt and Paul for a while now it is funny I finally remembered the scene from Earthquake where a cop tries to take Charleton Hestons 4WD ( a bronco I think) and gets in and tries to drive away. He couldn't get a gear he wanted and Charlton says it has a custom gearbox, 8 forward and 3 reverse. I realise now that they were just preparing for you guys.

[@its_me_JZ]

Haha, moley moley moley 😂 Fodge also reminded me of the "fasha" scene with Goldmember in Austin Powers.

[@jamesbigham9036]

Rory in my opinion having other rigs you can use to weld will save on the wear and tear on having to always use TrailMater so you won't have to repair stuff on TrailMater quite as often. TrailMater can be used on jobs that no other rig could do.

[@nickwulf]

I didn't think you'd ever go sponsored content, but I support gearwrench so I ain't mad.

[@trailmater]

I bought this set at the parts store... So not sure what sponsorship you're talking about.

[@brackeng1294]

I love the honeycomb pattern on the buggy. Looks awesome!

[@bessmay4385]

We watch all your recoveries multiple times and really appreciate you sharing them and the beauty of Utah with us. Your ability to work at sights is outstanding and sets you apart from others…your Meg work is second to none in my opinion, not to mention in not the best conditions!! Mike and Sean are just the best at about everything. You three make a formidable crew!

[@taylormade710]

Rory, is the man for field repairs. MacGyver for 4x repairs.

[@kenmurray4232]

The spool gun might be a game changer for you. Nice trail repair. The customers truck was interesting. Poor Mike got Ford greasy dirt on himself. Thanks for sharing.

[@garyeverettlynne9437]

You guys are amazing at what you do

[@graememckay9972]

The banter is brilliant. Keep it up.