Where Does This Leave Rocket and StuDog?

Time to address the question everyone has been asking. We sit down and talk about the future of Rocket Rod, StuDog and Wholesale Automatics.

[@richnegs5828]

Definitely one of the reasons I watched 24/7. You made the show that much more enjoyable. Top bloke, know your stuff and glad you’re putting things into perspective. 👍🇦🇺

[@blackjeep2005]

Amen brother. I totally agree.

[@beejoutbush3322]

Opportunity Rod....start your own show. I really like your presentation style and believe it would stand up with any other channels. Also thank you for the honesty about the industry which is something I'm sure interests a lot of people. All the best Rod.

[@rods907]

Most definitely 😁😜

[@my19ranger76]

Definitely good to watch. Look forward to seeing his approach. Hopefully his channel takes off, it is definitely starting to build.

[@Generalpickaname]

Echoing BeejOutbush, keep doing you Rod. 🍻

[@rob0060]

Love the more ‘traditional’ 4WD action videos! Not a sponsored production, more of a genuine adventure.

[@goonshark8668]

Please take Graham! You and him make a great team, both easy to listen too, down to earth and so knowledgeable!! All the best Rod!

[@richnegs5828]

Na, be good to see Rod do what he wants without the hype of 24/7. Love 24/7 for the content and insanely, but how many people on here would put their daily runner through what they do.

[@darrenhale6320]

@@richnegs5828 that’s why he said Graham because if you watch GC on his own he’s not loud and doesn’t do the tough tracks he’s a lot more respectful

[@Alans-channel]

I really like Graham, but for me as a German it's definitely not easy listening 😂

[@northerntrouble]

Rocket, you are and will be missed on 4W24/7 as you made the episodes even better! With your bubbly personality, and when in doubt peddle out. You have to do what’s right for you, your family and the businesses. Congrats, on branching out your channel, and taking it to the next level. Can’t wait to see where it goes! I think it would be great to see you and Stu-dog, out in your own rigs along with some of your friends, the boys out of the shop, industry parts and doing some collaboration with other KZbin channels! Good luck, with the future endeavours!! 🍻

[@jarrodt5786]

Thanks for the update rocket. Looking forward seeing the upcoming adventures. Would like to see you back with Roothy.

[@raginraven31]

You are an amazing entertainer Rocket. You will be missed on those episodes. Relatable, warm and funny. Best of luck mate

[@geepuller1]

And so good at fixing things.

[@thefamilyrobbo]

Agree. You'll definitely be missed but I bet a lot of 24/7 subs subscribe to you as well.

[@michaelvandervelden8941]

Rod, do what your heart tells you. I've noticed many companies have come and gone with 4wd Action and 24/7, but the content of 4wdriving is what it's all about.

[@GrandadBaz]

Good luck Rocket and Stu, you've certainly added to the entertainment value over the years. Be good to see you both together in an episode or two

[@SuperchargedSupercharged]

Much respect to you Rocket, loved watching you over the years from the USA.

[@WholesaleAutomatics]

Wonder what we could do in the U.S???

[@dankcutter9200]

@@WholesaleAutomatics oh man that would be cool.

[@SuperchargedSupercharged]

@@WholesaleAutomatics how about Easter Jeep safari next year? Moab trail, you would have a lot of fun on it.

[@go_on_life]

@@WholesaleAutomatics come on over!!

[@ports787]

@@go_on_life I would love to see see rocket go to the us

[@chiplinning3010]

The legend from legendex himself! Be great having his pumped enthusiasm along for the ride

[@airambulancenewzealand5730]

Top blokes . Appreciate your honesty and candour. Fully support whatever you have planned.

[@shaunerixon5125]

A show with StuDog and your workshop crew, and families would be awesome 🚀 Rod. Your viewers will appreciate to see the Wholesale Auto Team.

[@Isurusfiji]

Ah Mr.Rocket Rod, thank you for all the little gems of wisdom you've dropped over the years. You, Reuben, and Jocko are some of my favorite personalities on 4WD247. Take it easy mate. Looking forward to future episodes right here.

[@leightongarard2081]

Roothy and gleno would be good to see the old team back together

[@8626John]

You will be missed! But you need to do what is best for you, your family and your business. You always made the episodes you were in better. Thanks!

[@MitchDenham]

I’m a die-hard manual fan, but I have enjoyed watching you guys on 4wd Action/247 and I enjoy watching your videos 👍

[@reinardvisser9698]

I like your little shows, but really enjoyed you in 4WD24/7. Whatever you do, I will watch and enjoy it, all the way from South Africa!

[@mmmmdeliciousbacon]

I love your channel Rod. As you said, even if you wanted to have the occasional overnight trips for us to follow, it would resonate with us viewers. Many of us are only able to get away on the weekends between the daily Monday to Friday work grind. And seeing trips from dinkum blokes like you would be inspiring to get us into the bush.

[@cmo6588]

Rocket you are definitely missed on the trips .. still enjoy watching your videos … you do what you gotta do .. I’ll support you either way.. from the States !

[@shorty9055]

Big ups to you Rod. As someone who is a mechanic and who owned his own shop, I fully understand where you are coming from. Family and your business comes first. Can't wait to see where you go with your channel. I will keep following you. Would be great to see you and Stu together, could be dangerous though🤣🤣 You will be missed from 24/7, I'm sure. Best of luck, keep doing what you are doing.

[@shaunadams3170]

Glad to see y'all are running with this channel. Ol' Barney with you and StuDog would make a good trip.

[@googleuser2170]

Well, damn. I respect the decision but my favorite episodes on 24/7 always had you in them. I really like the fact that you didn't have anything bad to say about the boys, you kept it classy which is an awesome way to handle it. I will say that the last episode you did with the camper was the toughest one I have seen. Fun to watch but I wouldn't have wanted to be on that trip. Look forward to your videos too, keep it up Rocket!

[@thecapturban]

The Berserker! Definitely... always evolving.. change is the only constant

[@mullerandre95]

Thanks for letting us know, as a business owner I agree with you that you can't leave your shop and not have a backlog when you get back. You don't have to worry about the followers of your channel, we love you and your content, and I also love 4wd24/7. Just do your own thing and build your own brand. I'd like to see Ronnie Dahl on one of your videos. He's planning to have either his 79 or Troopy on the East coast.

[@davidmadej5955]

I enjoy going off the beaten path. My main problem was a lack of knowledge which is why I enjoy you and 4wd action/24/7 now. It has been a few years since I first started watching and got into 4x4 vehicles. Not mainly for the vehicles but the ground clearance and ease out of living plus the tracks I’ve seen you and the crew tackle do make me want to get one. I have extensive knowledge on the environment but mostly on the northern temperate zone. It is what I have my masters degree in (environmental engineering). I really loved the Kimberly episode that showed the different trees. My favorite is still the bird tree I think. A truck just makes the trip comfortable I think which is why I always enjoy yours and Grahams inputs. The soap trick was genius I think. So I would enjoy those types knowledge as well as truck or suv knowledge. I do enjoy the track videos and I can see why or how someone would justify a truck or suv purchase to hit the tracks.

[@WholesaleAutomatics]

The bird tree was amazing! You need to see it for your self if you ever get the chance.

[@harro9447]

I would love to see you and roothy back together, absolute dream team

[@tinatakagaki6993]

Love watching Rocket Rod and the stew dog lol you guys are awesome.

[@sfm_x]

We now need an introduction to the Wholesale Auto crew besides StuDog. As for cameos, you and Graham will make a good episode as well.

[@tonyhadenough2574]

Thanks for the wonderful memories Rocket. All the best for the future mate

[@WholesaleAutomatics]

My pleasure!

[@brandonpeall3912]

Go with Aussie Arvos, Rod

[@jaseholroyd2683]

Full understand and support your decision. All the best in the future Rocket and am keen to see your adventures in the future.

[@karingafarming1309]

Good on ya mate, full respect for the decision! Enjoy watching what u guys are doing now👏🇦🇺

[@stuartkcalvin]

Travelling is fun mate, don't forget it. Fun is what comes from doing what you want to do.

[@matt32_exe57]

As a change you could very well (given they aren't busy of course) actually invite Shauno and/or Graham onto your show for something different, as in the show could be done your way, for something different but seriously the whole thing of your own show is a good idea Rod.

[@rshutterbug47]

For sure you were one of our favorites. And I think it would be pretty neat to show up at the tale end of their runs once in awhile. Even as a surprise and I would ask Shawn, Graham, and Jock to visit you sometime. Wish you all the luck in the world. What's up in the US and where at? We'll be watching.

[@andrewhurstcars]

Nice channel Rod. If you're inviting people in the 4wd industry along for trips, then you could use the 4wd24/7 business model back on them and charge them to attend. As you paid to go on their channel, then they can do the same in return for you.

[@hamishmcdrury]

Couple things mate #1 I’m from nz and I’m an apprentice mechanic, I’d love to come over to Aussie and work for someone like you, get the real deal and learn alot #2 sometime life’s gets in the way. 10 months to put a car back together, so what. It happens. I’ve been working on my car for 2 years now after my accident. It’s still not even close because if had a lot going on #3 myself and probably a majority of your viewers love this sort of thing, a sit down, real deal yarn of what’s up. And all the videos of the build you put up Seeing you in the 24/7 show, I always know it’ll be a great episode and I’ve enjoyed watching the last couple years. Can’t wait to see the big 79 back on the tracks, big Channel or not. Always a delight. You do what’s best for you and the views will follow. Your honesty is awesome and we thank you for the content

[@jccleary1]

Love your attitude rod, alot of the guys that started on the show have gone out on there own and absolutely love there stuff, would love to see you catch up with Glen and roothy again. But definitely you and stu

[@fachu2]

You blokes will be missed by us fans of 24/7 but good on you for branching out to doing your own thing. I like your little channel as you call it because I like seeing the down and dirty mechanical and engineering aspects of 4x4.

[@elliottcroucher7999]

Would love to see you and Roothy do a trip!

[@7he5treets]

Top bloke .much respect.liked ...subscribed an absolutely will continue watching this channel

[@dancavanagh7216]

Good on you mate!! I've been following you and the crew now for sometime now and I reckon you will be missed on 4WD,24-7 !! I think one of the first people you should take on a trip is ME !!! keep up the good work stay safe and hope too see more content soon!!

[@bandolerosucio7060]

Loved seeing you in the episodes, and I wish you all the best!!

[@dieseldog289]

Whatever you do Rod I’m sure you’ll do it to best of your ability! I totally understand your reasons and I don’t think anyone could blame ya! Look forward to the new videos up coming! Would love to see some more work/repairs in action stuff too :) have fun mate, stay safe and stay sane!

[@lowrangeinnovascotia2930]

It has to be fun… period. If it’s not fun or a grind because of all the reasons you said, if when it’s all said and done and you’re not enjoying it, stop. When everything is caught up and you feel the calling, head back out. Subscribing👍🏻

[@bayselec]

Just love seeing your 79 wheeling the situations you get it in would scare the perjesus out of me. Maybe just you and Stu on some local stuff with a couple of mates or maybe a bit of touring towing a caravan with you family showing off how good your autos are at it. Anyways look forward to seeing the 79 out and about soon...

[@nickbaum6027]

Rod don’t stop sending like you do on 24-7 and make sure that handle is there

[@hubertthong7405]

Looking forward (and hoping) to seeing you and Roothy in some shenanigan really soon !!!!

[@cbgamer7734]

Hey Rocket. Curtis from USA. No matter what goes on and we know you have many things to care of at home and work. You have been a very big inspiration to me and everyone else. We love what you do. Your a great person and always will enjoy watching your vidoes. Take care.

[@WholesaleAutomatics]

Thanks! Will do! and if you Subscribe and you wont miss me at all lol

[@SamoesADIY]

I would love to see you and Ronny Dahl, Andrew St Pierre White, Shaun Whale and Graham Cahill in one hell of an adventure together.

[@td42dirtygq]

Spot on 👍🍻

[@Malc664]

I could see Ronny joining in.

[@Salsasdmax]

Sad news, loved watching you with the boys. Have just subscribed to your channel so i get my Rocket fix. Cant wait to see your own trips up on youtube.

[@Cameddy23]

Good luck with your new endeavours Rod and Stew! Can’t wait to see what’s ahead

[@marcomatos6449]

Good luck Rod! Perfect crew for a trip would be You, Stu Dog, Roothy and Glenno!

[@guruscux3053]

fantastic, keeping things simple = less stress. Maybe catch up with some of the other you tubers e.g- Aussie Arvos , get some of young guns out there to participate

[@islasdad5775]

Capable Customer Vehicle Tag Alongs. Just have fun with it mate and remember even though you're out and about its still work so you need to find the work life, home life balance. Don't worry about the KZbin comments, and uploading every week. Keen to see whats to come bloke. 👍

[@murrayblair2159]

It does take you away from work which you need to catch up. Those trips are work in themselves. You have made friends with 4wd24/7 for life. But your own channel is a good addition for the rest of us. Being a mechanic myself for years, still learning. So thank you 👍

[@lumox4x4wehelpyouexplore49]

Put roothy on !!!!!

[@outdoorfrenzy]

I think you and Stu-Dog should film together! You’re a character as big as Aussie and we will love any filming you throw our way!!

[@martinbrajkovic7480]

I'm sure Alan Johnson would still have his 60. That would be a good episode, new VS old

[@raelock8145]

100% understand be good if you could team up with sidetracked australia and would love to see you team up with roothy and gleno you 3 made the best trips to watch

[@franko707]

+1 With teaming up with SideTracked. Those guys are awesome, down to the roots of 4wding, hope it turns to fruition

[@effed_up]

Damn you guys were my favorites on the show. Really takes 4wd videos down a notch knowing this!

[@maxd5465]

I would love to see an episode with Tim Bates and Roothys crew.

[@danbellehumeur6716]

This is exactly why Rod is so beloved. Genuine, honest and up front, no ego, truly humble and good person. Keep it up! Looking forward to following along with all the adventures to come

[@WholesaleAutomatics]

Wow, thank you!

[@_4d56_]

i wanna see roothy back out in the bush .

[@phillkingfisher3940]

Love ya honesty, Rocket............... cheers

[@tomschannel5380]

Roothy for sure ;)

[@garrymoffat6756]

Thanks for the update Rod, my wife and I have really enjoyed your time with 4wd 24/7. We have equally enjoyed your own channel and always look forward to seeing you again. A bush run with you Studog and your families would be epic followed up with the rest of the Wholesale Automatics team, Keep the shows coming.

[@hodzy4x4]

Roothy!! Make a video with Roothy again.

[@johnhannonHanno]

I did not enjoy the damage done but seeing you pull it down and rebuild it was great. I learnt a lot. I was amazed that you made it back to Victoria with the damage done. When I saw what came out of the header pipes and turbo convinced me that I will et a Toyota in the future, when I win lotto.

[@tonganbeast110]

That's sad bro I was waiting for you're 79 vs the mits 79

[@WholesaleAutomatics]

That could still happen one day?

[@coreydavis5552]

That would be epic to see those two rigs hitting the tracks

[@F-1fittie]

@@coreydavis5552 no comparison lol The boys from Mits are awesome sure, but Rocket and that monster 79 of his are on a whole other level. I've seen Rocket drive so many tracks and obstacles and the Mits 79 seems to get caught up on every obstacle on the spring hangers lol

[@daniellaycock11]

Should do a trip with Glenno and Roothy, would be awesome to see, relive the old day.

[@ronaldodyra5799]

Hi Rod, nothing lasts forever. It is a good idea you guys will do things that are inline with what you doing. I couldn't agree more my friend. Watching all the way from Nairobi Kenya. Keep up the good work.

[@WholesaleAutomatics]

Thanks 👍

[@Enzorat2267]

Awesome to you and your team you kept going thumbs up more updates on automatics

[@pistnbroke2]

God stuff Rod. Not everybody wants to trash their 4wd's just for the sake of it. Not everyone can afford to repair the damage afterwards. Maybe team up with Rick Obrien on a trip

[@jo_clarke1960]

I aint Australian but the one thing I have learned is, you folks somethimes cover a lot of K's even to join up,. It's something which is fine if your going on a yearly holiday trip however, a few to me a year had got to take its toll. Seeing you and Stu on a trip together would be a good laugh. With your own commitments, it must take a hell o a lot out of you got to do what makes you guy happy. Glad you've parted on good terms, means if they up your way there could be a colab, without you having to travel serious K's and maybe enjoy it even more. Like the personality of both of you so been dropping by anyway. Wish you all the best for the future 👍

[@WholesaleAutomatics]

Don't forget to Subscribe so you don't miss out

[@Chris-kg5gj]

Thanks Champion. Love the honesty and hope one day to see you back out there. Take care

[@justin0192]

Good stuff. Definitely one of my favorite personalities on 24/7. I’ll support your channel and episodes hands down.

[@hanshonstatzky961]

Like to see you and old mate that owned roo system. Good luck I’ll be watching Cheers Hans

[@markstutz8757]

Good on ya Rocket, one of our favourite personalities. Fantastic direction, look forward to more.

[@muddy90z]

i think you are a great bloke love to watch you it would be nice to see you back in 24/7 but what ever you do good luck and we will keep watching your vids

[@WholesaleAutomatics]

Thanks Wayne

[@jeremybrowne5413]

Your pure honesty and your different approach style is great keep it up

[@tmill2001]

Rocket, I'd watch ur channel! U guys were always a hoot on the 24-7. Plus cameos from the old boys....just a thought...we'll be watching!

[@ArmchairOutdoorsman]

We love you up here in Canada🇨🇦 , both you and Stu. You are both top shelf fellas. 👍🏼 Looking forward to your upcoming episodes, whatever they may be. As far as suggestions on who to have on the program with you, I might be available for a few shoots….;-)

[@mrdonny3501]

Mate. You and Tim Bates in the High Country. would be gold mate.

[@victoryalynnjames5194]

Rod, I completely understand and admire your choice! Everyone has the right to do their own thing. Best wishes on all your coming adventures! Looking forward to seeing you again!

[@matthopkins6286]

Very happy to see you! I love you and Stu, I have subscribed and am thankful to be able to follow your channel. Keep up your good work. I can't wait to see you grow, cheers my friends!! That absolutely includes Stu.

[@WholesaleAutomatics]

Welcome aboard! and thanks you!

[@boyd123983]

Rod, I have always enjoyed your involvement with 24/7. I will continue to watch your channel looking forward to your new adventures.

[@WholesaleAutomatics]

Welcome aboard!

[@zoezoe610]

That time with 24/7 has gone and everyone goes into new times and seasons, it is how life is and glad you are going your own direction we are tired of old things. Well done.

[@steveelliott7893]

G’day mate just want to wish you well with your future endeavours. Thanks for being there and answering my question regarding my automatic transmission when I contacted you on Facebook you are a legend mate

[@teflonjohn.20]

Rod…….. great to see you back on the screen!!!! You need to hook up with Roothy!!! That would be epic

[@geraldroberts1184]

ill miss ya stewdog. thanks for the memories .have a great time with ya family. lots of love and no regrets.

[@NCMTNBOY]

Have enjoyed watching you and they guys over the years. You are a LEGEND. I do hope in the future you will take a trip with the boys. Cheers from the USA

[@WholesaleAutomatics]

Maybe one day!

[@tahirusman5929]

You should rejoin 4wd 24-7.You we’re an important part of the crew and fun to watch

[@mitchyman10]

Good on u buddy can't wait to see more of u and stu in the videos to come

[@philwhiting4035]

Best of luck Rod... youll be missed on the films but onward & upward

[@leefollett8400]

Rod Stu and Ruthy on a trip would be a good episode

[@gordonvincent23]

Good on you Rod, maybe take Roothie he doesnt use chilli that much , love your down to earth manner and honesty.

[@deanm8871]

Love ya work rocket, on or off the tracks, with or without 24/7 crew. I reckon Shaun's cooking would be enough to need a break.🤣🤣

[@mr4x41111]

Will certainly miss you on 4wd 24/7 but completely understand how and why you have made that decision. Really enjoy your channel and all the videos you make. Love the Home/Farm episodes 😁