V14E9: On a Mountain Near Reno

[@Earlywinters09]

Glad to hear Orangey is getting a crate motor.

[@elevatedtactics2464]

Glad to hear Orangey is sticking around!

[@redmcclure9714]

Yayyyyyy, keeping that little orange jeep. Good call Chis.

[@reneepowell8541]

Chris, I know you don't respond to KZbin remarks, but I hope you'll get to see this. We met briefly a few weeks ago in Kanab, UT at the RV Corral. I intended to come by and chat a little more but by the time I got around to it, you and Shannon had already moved on. I just want to reiterate what I told you then. You've inspired me and I'm sure many of your viewers to pursue their dreams of an adventurous life, to whatever degree feels right. As always, thanks for sharing your travels and experiences in your uniquely authentic way. Maybe our paths will serendipitously cross again some day. Until then, safe travels!

[@jasonprince8655]

He really has inspired. I hope he knows that.

[@interwurx]

Inspired me as well. I now have a Jeep Rubicon JKU for traveling off the beaten path. It seemed I was living vicariously in Chris' videos!

[@MotoringAdventures_KE7SAI]

Same here! I’ve owned JKU Rubicon’s in the past but never realized their full overlanding potential with the Ursa Minor. I have now sold/traded three of my vehicles just to get back into one solid JKUR with a roof rack and roof top tent for now, until I can someday afford an Ursa Minor.

[@MotoringAdventures_KE7SAI]

A lot of this change in direction is due to me discovering Chris’ channel. I’ve also changed my filming style and now document almost any of our family trips/adventures. My hard drive space has expanded tenfold. Lol!

[@samstlm]

For me, Chris has inspired fond memories. I’m 69 y/o. When I was 16 I had a 1941 CJ 2A and it was orange. I did not see the world like Chris but that little 4 cylinder got me all over Colorado! I appreciate all that Chris does.

[@jasonprince8655]

Chris announces that he is keeping the Jeep. The viewers go crazy as if it was a winning goal.

[@lloydrage]

So glad you decided to replace the motor Love that Jeep

[@dangrady0311]

Glad Orangey is getting a new engine!

[@gearlist]

Great work as always, and looking forward to seeing Orangie return!

[@seanfrank4158]

I couldn't imagine Venture4wd without the iconic orange Jeep. I would hope when the time comes to replace Orangy that you get another 'Orangy' in 2 door Rubicon flavour.

[@gornoman]

Granular? C'mon, man! LOL! Keep exploring!

[@aaron5222]

When you started to talk about granny gear I was think wow I was wrong haha!

[@rustyharvey3481]

I think you made the right choice Chris… enjoy the van life for a wile be safe you 2

[@pamelam.4153]

I've lived in Reno for over 40 years. I had no idea that the hills above Cold Springs were so beautiful. Thanks for sharing!

[@outboundterrain6454]

Yeah, I grew up there…top of peavine mountain had some great views…

[@richardboehm7327]

Ordered myself a Venture4wd shirt and sticker today! The simple things excite me as does orangy being back up on running soon!

[@BrianKresge]

I'm glad your Jeep will ride again, but these insights into what your Winnebago life is like are truly interesting.

[@timterrill6318]

Glad to hear you're fixing the jeep 👍🏻 Have a great vacation Shannon!

[@Scott___T]

Good decision for the new engine as long as they have all the parts !

[@gilbertarnold8666]

Great video thank you! Glad you are keeping Orangie! Happy Thanksgiving!

[@mikepierson3097]

I’m having Orangie withdrawals 🤕

[@ejp9921]

Niiiicely done. & very brave to be pulling apart that dashboard! Fab video as always. Thks U 2

[@ADVENTUREAROUNDTHEBEND]

GRANNY GEAR!!!! haha Exactly as I've learned it to be. My Granny that trained me to drive states at one time "this gear configuration is Granny gear because its slow like me". HAHA

[@deedeejensen6616]

Chris - We are long time followers as well as long time Jeepers. So sorry about Orangy but we will look forward to the grand return. We had a 2000 TJ as well as a 2001TJ for 20 years and recently got a new Rubicon and you are welcome to use it until Orangy is ready. Really we are serious! We also have a Revel on order and it should finally be arriving next week - we can’t wait! We live in Reno and can’t believe you were just here in our neck of the woods and we did not get to see you. We literally live about five miles from the Home Depot where you were at and it would have been so fun to see you. Also glad to finally actually see Shannon on the videos. Those folks who are commenting that they don’t like the addition of the van to the channel are certainly free to tune in to something else. . . or maybe they just don’t get it . . . we understand your concept of having the van as a basecamp and using the Jeep for exploration . . . that is exactly what our plans are. We love your laidback attitude and your style and always enjoy watching your videos and seeing where your travels have taken you. Keep up the good work! Happy Thanksgiving to you & Shannon.

[@roberovalle3107]

Happy holidays to you Chris and Shannon from Arizona. Thanks for the video

[@hernan0210761]

we miss your orange jeep, is a great buddy

[@dmwi1549]

Granny Gear-I was thinking same as Shannon found. I enjoyed Chris’ reaction. Like to see you both grooving. Regarding 67 designs. Thanks! Been looking for a solution for my 2019 Sprinter. This looks great. Doesn’t block vent or cup holder & keeps phone out of sun. Filming the install was great tutorial.

[@dmwi1549]

Also looking for LJ to tow behind.

[@kenwilliams4086]

The dog probably stayed up in Oregon to protect Orangie.

[@donmeredith74]

Good call on the crate engine, Chris. I was afraid there would be one less Jeep guy. Looking forward to seeing Orangey in VA next year!

[@JohnDoe-xm9ql]

Great channel you guys... Bring back the jeep...when possible.

[@Swedes_361]

I’m a moto guy so it’s easy for me to say this, but if I were in your situation I might pick up a little dual sport to get me away from the van while orangey is getting fixed up. A little Honda 250L would set you back maybe $5k but you could sell it down the road for almost that.

[@erichughes9098]

Thank you Chris, keep up the beautiful work 😎👍

[@Algoma_adventures]

I’m stressed watching you pull the dash apart lol

[@1111Overland]

Just bought that 67 designs tablet mount. Been looking for one exactly like that. Glad you shared it.

[@johnminnick4041]

There is some great off-road trails in northern Nevada, hopefully you can make it back and check out the area with the new power plant

[@outboundterrain6454]

Hey Chris, it’s Chris…very good job on the vid…enjoyed it man…

[@iwishiknew10]

Yes, the crate engine is the best way to go. It will take a month to rebuild your engine. Should take half that long once the engine is in and ready to go

[@tamis56]

Why not go with the V8, know is the time?

[@iwishiknew10]

@@tamis56 he drives tens of thousands miles a year, gas mileage and ease of swap is more important I would think

[@ecurb2]

Very nice you have such a great companion in Shannon.

[@ThatOneDudeNick]

Always glad to see a Nevada video.

[@dexterfitben]

Ahh, the good olde Sway Bar Disconnect. (SBD) I was wondering where it went.

[@jacobziegler9773]

You went from the most adventurous man on KZbin that I waited on the vids to pop up all the way down to a van life channel

[@MotoringAdventures_KE7SAI]

It’s all part of the real-life drama. I agree that it was much more intriguing when it was just him on his own with his Jeep but this is just another chapter in the story. Reality TV at its best!

[@juanvideofotos]

To replace Orangey I'd look for low miles JKU Rubicon 2017-2018 and transfer all the gear. Here in South Florida there are tons of Jeeps (mall crawlers) that have never been off-road or ever driven in 4WD.

[@larrydowns6267]

That’s exactly what I did in Tampa Florida. Found a one owner 2015 JKRU with 37,000 miles on it, transferred all my gear off my high miles 2014 JKRU. After selling my 2014, I had $8,000 in the swap and a Jeep that was like new!

[@SeanFromTX]

Chris gets red-pilled by Shannon on “granny gear” 😂

[@pawadventures5544]

CHRISTMAS BEFORE YOU GET ORANGY BACK??? AAUGH!!!😧 I know your feeling like Charlie Brown when Lucy pulls the football away. I'm still enjoying the content, keep up the good work.

[@Raazorred1]

With Orangy out, making videos probably seems tough... but you're nailing it! Loved the Granny-Gear conversation! LOL! 😂🤣🍷

[@tommaples9174]

Nice camp site on Peavine mountain . I often enjoy riding my motorcycle up there 👍

[@RonStanek]

That Topo Chico Lime, is good stuff!

[@Boxfan2008]

I'm gonna cry when Orangie makes an epic comeback.

[@rickbuchanan5762]

"Orangee will be back." Yeah!! Good call Chris and I'm excited for its return. Happy Thanksgiving!

[@markymark903]

Fun Fact....The song playing at Home Depot was Rock the Boat by Hues Corporation

[@westwardbound8817]

Crate motor is the best option, or you could have them put a small cummins in it, your travel range with your large fuel tank would be amazing

[@irishdefense77]

Then he would have to change out the fuel tank too-diesel is not compatible with gasoline-and a tank that’s had gas in it won’t work for diesel.

[@lucaskeiser]

Welcome to the Washoe Valley. It is notorious for the wind. You’ll probably pass by me if you head through Minden/Gardnerville. Have a great Thanksgiving!

[@reubenj.cogburn8546]

The channel is not quite the same without orangey and exploring. I think I'm going to have to take a break until Orange is back. Good luck.

[@frontierfan1613]

Yeah. I miss all the adventures. It's cool he has a partner, but now the epic adventure trips don't happen. New Channel name needs to be Vanlife 4wd.

[@kevinoliver9057]

New engine in a vehicle with 200,000 miles on most of all the other drive train. I know it’s not my decision but I would take the chance on the repair for the engine and start preparing for a replacement…JL!

[@thelazyoverlander]

YES ! OHHHHH YES !!!!!! Orangie LIVES !!!!!!

[@normanmacisaac4287]

Crate motor is way to go.

[@Perry3377]

Funny.... Had a few gears go granular on me...... Unfortunately they had to be repaired after that! Good video, safe travels and happy Thanksgiving Perry

[@Photojeeper]

In interesting that a new timing chain will only last a few years. Doesn’t make sense. Or they just want to spend the time in a new chain and making sure it works. I still have my YJ just replaced the head (long story). In my case parts are getting hard to find. I have an alternate Jeep, a 2021 JL 2dr that I ordered, I like my hardtop, I carry cameras so like to keep them. I have the 4:1 T-SHIRT and the 8 speed trans. I have etorque engine which is the same except with 24 valves. It is fast and gets crazy gas mileage. Well hope to see Orangey back after Christmas.

[@nak4651]

Shannon seems very chill. You're a lucky dude. Along the same lines, I get the chills thinking about your bill from the Jeep Dealer when your vehicle is ready for pickup. But it's gonna be paid with YT $$ so it's all good, right? lol

[@terryh3689]

That shot of you closing the slider with the window open is a great example of why you ought not do that!

[@AdventureswithJerrod]

Happy Thanksgiving to you and Shannon Chris!!

[@nickburns5571]

You should check out the Wrangler Rubicon Xtreme Recon package. It comes with 4.56 axle gears, 35” BFG KOs, bead lock capable wheels, and 1.5” lift.

[@thequickbrownfox7289]

Place a strip of metal (to bolt into) on the back of the plastic dashboard for reinforcement. That will help significantly even if you have to bend it a bit to fit the contour.

[@jimhagler2242]

Enjoy the Holiday.

[@michaelarchangelthehammer]

Good choice, BUT...what exactly was the root cause and can it be avoided in the new motor?

[@Frissdas1207]

Orangy better make a slow roll back on set with acdc music bumping.

[@hooligantimes9132]

Champagne wishes and two door dreams!

[@reimaniellipses5408]

"Moving right along..." lol

[@ipaddlemyowncanoe.7441]

It's not the same with one vehicle but you'll have to wait I guess for the Jeep see how it goes interesting place. 👍👍😀🇨🇦

[@hughwolfe1176]

Chris I’m glad you and Shannon have the ability, and equipment, to continue on with your adventures… Yes it’ll be a big expense, but you’ll have a familiar friend back in a month or so… Stay safe out there.

[@thomasjones613]

I'd just replace the timing chains, tensioners and guides and the water pump if it's internal. Your main, rod and camshaft bearings are probably fine as well as your pistons and heads and it really shouldn't take more than a day.

[@happycamper1687]

How much does a new motor and install cost on a JK? What is the probability of success?

[@davidcolinstillman5585]

HI CHRIS 👋 HOPE YOU BOTH HAVE A GREAT HAPPY THANKSGIVING ! BE SAFE ! ENJOYED 🍨 🍨 🍨 🍨 🍨 🍨 🍨 🍨 🍨 🍨 THANK YOU 🙏

[@Dutch1951x]

Crate motor is a good choice. A month seems way to long. A buddy of mine just had a shop do his and it took a week.

[@georgefenrich4119]

Been There Done That... (PDX) is WET! I'm in NV now and it is DRY!

[@chrisg1234fly]

Is something exciting happening to Orangey?????

[@kenbaker4528]

Sorry Chris gotta agree with Shannon. I always granny gear was akin to a sweet old grandma!

[@guyontheinternet111]

It takes a man of large balls to drill into a brand new Mercedes dashboard

[@myytchannel6632]

Says the Guy On The Internet!

[@guyontheinternet111]

@@myytchannel6632 that’s me!

[@krisg3984]

Why do men alway have to revert to other men’s balls to make a point ?

[@guyontheinternet111]

@@krisg3984 it’s called a joke, get over yourself

[@invictuscenturion8468]

A new jeep JL , get the extreme recon package that comes with 35 inch tires and 3.54 gears

[@mattprince6858]

Love is in the air!! 👍💕

[@climbhigh3094]

Just gave the go ahead to put a Jasper OEM engine w 100k nationwide warranty. Had just a hair over 200k on 11” JKU. 3-4 weeks out to get the engine in costs ~$6k all in

[@captseamus]

We Oughta Name a Drink after Orangie!

[@captseamus]

In the 50's we used to call Granny Gear.... "Double Low" (two speed axle).

[@briangoldsmith4480]

Chris, would you entertain or speak to a Jeep Wrangler Unlimited BEV (when they come out) with Ursa Minor and arrays of solar panels (on Jeep and on ground at stops)? What do you think?

[@krisg3984]

Did they ever tell him what the actual problem was ?still curious

[@vibolbou5903]

What size arms did you use for your phone & tablet holders?

[@FireFighter1512]

Nice install for the tablet/cell phone rail. Not sure I could drill holes in my new $150,000 ride?

[@mbusch76]

You should name the van wolf.

[@southhillfarm2795]

I think keeping the Jeep is a good decision. It’s paid for and to refurbish is a lot cheaper and you have kept up with maintenance. We’ll see you at 500000k’s.

[@maxrensberger9856]

Yep...thanks for sharing..Happy Thanksgiving wherever that takes you n enjoy the great outdoors..Sunday after Thanksgiving..Maggie my wife n I were headed to Orlando...now a friend of hers from Des moines is driving with her with a vehicle she purchased from a church member...our son n his family are moving back to the states after living in Suncheon South Korea..where his wife is from..my 5yr old grandson Noah n 3yr old granddaughter Lumi n not to forget family pets Pencil n Nylon will also endure the 14 hour flight..me landlocked with complicated galbladder surgery 11 days in hospital n PT coming to help..so hoping possibly Christmas..but too early to know yet..eventually Dad ..Grandad will make it when I get the green light..Maggie filled up my 03 jeep rubicon toda..she starts been about a month sine I drove myself to the hospital Friday before Halloween ..all will hopefully be good..thanks for listening

[@maxrensberger9856]

Our son n his family have lived in South Korea the past 7 years n Maggie n I live in Moline Illinois

[@d-nd-n5028]

So what happened to the dog? Its a chief character now.... missed seeing him in today's episode!

[@sloaccent5469]

What crate motor are you getting?

[@wildcatoutdoors]

Really limited options having a loan on the revel when emergencies come along.

[@happycamper1687]

Chris, as fun as a two door jeep would be, I don't think that the channel would be the same if you didn't have a fully equipped overlanding jeep instead of just a day-runner. I'm glad you are doing the engine swap and if in the future you need to retire Orangie, I really hope that you'll consider swapping your equipment over to a lower mileage 2011-2018 JK.

[@PWlangford1]

Everbuilt hardware ! We don’t have those fasteners in Canada. Are they made in the USA ?

[@Photojeeper]

They are made in China.

[@katedraper6318]

Hi Chris, will you accept power station review. And may I know how to contact you for a collaboration？

[@Gravexero]

Chris! Long time follower! I live in the Reno area and know the area extremely well. I would love to show you some amazing spots to stay if you’re interested. Let me know.

[@mikekennedy9174]

Where at near Reno is that?

[@charlesferris2317]

On the NE flank of Peavine Pk, overlooking Lemon Valley. Often referred to as "Lemontucky"

[@abnormaltoy]

Granular!?!?!?!

[@IdExplorMor]

Honestly I thought granny gear was because it's slow too

[@Jtwizzle]

55k for 2 door JL, ouch!

[@bryanlewis8891]

Really granular? Certainly you jest.

[@IronWolfOverland]

DROP IN A HEMI!!! 🤪 Just kidding