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Mike Outdoors
เข้าร่วมเมื่อ 24 เม.ย. 2016
Hi, my name is Mike and I love the outdoors. I enjoy camping, hunting, riding ATV’s, as well as testing out gear. I hope follow me as we check out new things and putting them to the test.
1 Year ROG review
It's been a year owning the ROG RV. Let's take a look at what we've done to it.
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Winter camping with a new ATV
มุมมอง 1.1K11 หลายเดือนก่อน
We're hitting the mountains to find fresh snow
Timbren Axleless upgrade on the ROG
มุมมอง 9Kปีที่แล้ว
Installing the Timbren axleless suspension on the ROG
ROG must have upgrades
มุมมอง 14Kปีที่แล้ว
The first set of upgrades we did after bringing the ROG home!
First snow in the Rog RV
มุมมอง 9Kปีที่แล้ว
Going into the Colorado mountains with the new ROG mini RV
Honda Talon Kraft Werks Turbo Install video
มุมมอง 9K2 ปีที่แล้ว
We're installing the new Kraft Werks Turbo kit on the 2021 Honda Talon Live Valve
Kraft Werks Honda Talon Turbo Charger Kit Unboxing
มุมมอง 1.2K2 ปีที่แล้ว
We will be unboxing the brand new turbo charger kit from Kraft Werks for the Honda Talon.
Bosman Designs Honda Talon front bumper
มุมมอง 3.9K3 ปีที่แล้ว
Installing the Bosman Designs front bumper for the Honda Talon
Honda Talon gets HRC graphics
มุมมอง 1.3K3 ปีที่แล้ว
Today the Honda Talon live valve get an HRC inspired graphics kit from Barrett Hepburn.
Replacing the reservoir caps and checking shock pressure
มุมมอง 2.4K3 ปีที่แล้ว
Replacing the reservoir caps and checking shock pressure
Review of the Klock Werks half windshield
มุมมอง 1K3 ปีที่แล้ว
Review of the Klock Werks half windshield
Testing the System 3 Offroad SS360 sand and snow tires
มุมมอง 3.5K4 ปีที่แล้ว
Testing the System 3 Offroad SS360 sand and snow tires
2021 Honda Talon Live Valve Gets Springs
มุมมอง 8K4 ปีที่แล้ว
2021 Honda Talon Live Valve Gets Springs
Could you send me a tune the kw tune doesn’t want to load on my dyno jett
Encore has great service. Sorry Venture doesn’t.
Encore definitely has great customer service. They help me out when I have questions or if parts are needed. Amy and Rick and awesome work with.
Dude you are killing me. Just picked up the 2025 survivor model and all the upgrades you did is what gonna do! Hit me up with links to what you have done. Best upgrade I’ve done is instant water heater. My old van doesn’t have that. But you can pop off the cold water connection and hook it to the heater.
I’m not a fan of this type of straps cause of the force it puts laterally on the wheel and the hub. I’d much rather have them over the wheel. But also I never rely on just one method. I always do two types of fastening. I’m not in a hurry to strap down and take off. So in addition to the over the wheels, I also do a couple to the frame and one each for front and back. In an accident, you want that beast tied down so it doesn’t become a flying projectile. But that’s just me. Straps are cheap and so is my time.
What kind of suspension does it have and how much clearance
Man, nice I been using Pledge or the store brand for over 30 years, my Polaris owners manual also says to use Pledge !
The Kraftwerks tune has gotten better but I think it’s probably optimized for sea level. I got mine installed but the tune I’m still having issues with mine. It runs better at the Dunes which is lower elevation than where I live but if I go into the mountains it stutters and bogs really bad. When you contacted PPEI did they want you to purchase a power commander and auto tuner as well? That’s what they want me to do.
I’m having a problem with the kw tune when I upload it on the dyno Jett nothing shows up I have no idea what’s wrong with it
How many miles on the car / turbo kit? Stock clutches and everything still ?
Have you taken this off-road? I am looking at the version of this one with the bathroom to full time out of, but most of my local boon-docking sites are lifted 4x4 access only.
@@frontieroverland4502 I’ve mostly taken it on fire roads and some pretty rutted trails. No “serious” off-roading
So does it have an articulating hitch? Trailing arm suspension?
@@bryanstaten5585 I put a lock and roll hitch on it and timbren axleless suspension
We spent 36 grand on a camp trailer from venture Rv they don’t even answer the phone. Horrible company
Are these really worth $20K + ?? I just can't see how they get away with the prices they're asking for them.
Inflation
4Runner owner here, I looked at the 12ft bunk model and a 14ft model today. Being similar to the Jeep in some ways with a 5k pound towing capacity, do you think it’d struggle with the 14ft one vs the 12?
@@project_poor_runner even the 14ft model is well within in your tow range. I think you’re fine. Especially if you live somewhere where you aren’t pulling long mountain stretches all the time.
I have a. 4Runner. They are not great towing anything. Especially if have oversized tires. Get a tune on it and it will help. The transmission shift points are terrible from the factory. Expect about 10-12mpg at best
@@bradclarke93 Thanks Brother. Yeah I’m already at the 12-14mpg range on 33’s with bumpers, armor etc.
@@project_poor_runner i got the yotawerx tune, so much better now as far as drivability. Same 33s , winch / bumper. Gears would be nice but not in budget yet. I pull a 10RK offroad teardrop with it nicely now.
@@bradclarke93 Lower gearing is necessary. I have a 4Runner and I am planning on 4.56 and a tuner.
As a 4Runner guy looking at these, I appreciate this video.
Just saw this video. You still like armor all?
@@cnetate I’ve never had an issue with it but find myself reaching for 303 more often than not. Thanks for watching!
Hi there how much $ please
You're camping, no need to be fancy, Fancy people don't camp LOL. I am new here but I like your videos! I really like the little things you did, the little things make all the difference. You might have sold me on this, I have been looking for one with a sleeper on the inside because I plan on doing some Northern Canada Winter trips. Not to many negatives with this thing.
@@OverlandingArmyVeteran lol I hear you! This is normally my base camp and I’ll head into the mountains with camp on my back. I’d definitely be staying in it if I was in northern Canada though! Thanks for watching!
I haven't seen one with the pop out kitchen that's neat
Love it Slint
Did you purchase the Timbren axle from Encore? I know you did a video on swapping it out, but your suspension looks several inches higher than the Rogs with Timbrens that came factory installed. I’ve asked several dealerships but they have no clue. Plus, what wheels did you go with?
@@acudak yeah I ordered the axle from encore. This is the 4” lift option. I know encores putting a lot of none lifted ones on their factory trailers so they still fit in garages. The wheels are allied Daytonas. Thanks for the comment and I hope you consider subscribing.
Great review! Why the tire / wheel change? I’m about to purchase a unit and would like ti know the reasoning?
@@AP-zl2wq I wanted slightly taller and wider tires to fit the look of it lifted. I always change the stock tires out on my rv’s though. Typically they’re not even rated for highway speeds.
Thanks for the update!
Why’d ya change the rims and tires? Looks or are the stock that bad?
I just went ahead and spent the money and got a four pack of SC1. ITS expensie! It did look great when i put it on. I ride in some mud. It washed off pretty good but i noticed after washing, it looked just as bad as before i put the sc1 on. Then again, I use the booty juice to wash. It has degreaser in it, so maybe it washed the sc1 off? Idk. Still figuring things out. Im looking for the best and easiest way to wash and look great. I do get my four wheeler looking awesome after riding. Just looking for the best products and taking cost of product into account. I mean the SC1 is pretty pricey!
303. is great
Cool trailer! Looking to purchase 12bh in a week. What kind of keyless pad did you go with?
Carmtek on Amazon. You’ll love the bunk house
If you didnt have kids would you be happy with BH? For us no kids so we don't need the bunk beds. Would you consider 12rk over 12bh if it was just for you and wife? Looking at a 12bh
Can you tell me what brand your wheels are?
remember many of these rigs are painted plastic
Good morning. Thanks for sharing your video. Just wondering where did you purchase that metal with wind deflector on your stove? My rog is the same as yours with glass cover. For sure that will help during windy days. Thanks again and hoping to see more videos 😊
I got it from the camping world website. Search dometic 50236 drop in cook top.
Thanks for your help. About the cup holders you installed. What kind of screw did you use, and how long ?
Congrats on 1.02 subscribers 👍
Thanks for sharing your thoughts on the ROG. I'm looking at purchasing a 12RK within a month. The one the RV dealer has onsite has the torsion axle, so they are ordering /installing the Overlanding package (Timbren axle, Articulating hitch). I also want to upgrade the wheels/tires to be able to use the 33" tires I removed from my Gladiator, so I need the 17" wheels. My Gladiator has a Metalcloak 3.5" lift and is sitting on 37" Tires, so I'm hoping to get the ROG to sit higher to better match the height of the Gladiator. Thanks again for sharing, this gives me an idea of the ground clearance I will have after my upgrades. Are your rims Vision D's? What back spacing are your wheels?
That sounds awesome. The timbren suspension is worth it. I’d have to look back at my wheel paperwork. I don’t recall. I did those awhile ago.
Will that roll cage work with the roof and or front and rear windshields?
We run Honda half windshields. They work just fine. I thought krash was trying to put a list of stuff that worked together. So you might reach out to them.
We just bought one also. I’m curious where you got the screen doors from? Great suggestions for upgrades also!
We got them directly from Encore.
@@mikeoutdoors769 I just sent them a message! Thank you. We’ll be following you for more tips and tricks. Our maiden voyage is going to be next weekend. We’re in Washington State.
@@LorieB-xw3tv you’ll love it. What model did you get?
can you mount the inter cooler some where else
You could definitely make custom brackets and move it. It’s pretty darn big though. So not sure where else you could put it.
Do you recall what your top speed is in the dunes? that will help me decide how much it will improve mine
I’m wanting to say around 75. Should actually be faster in real life though since I’m running bigger tires. Haven’t done a top speed run with it though.
@mikeoutdoors769 thank you for responding. That's really good right now I'm just dyno tuned no turbo at 104hp at tires I can only get to 55 may sqeak 60 in perfect sand conditions
@@2MostlyBaldGuysKC honestly the best part about the turbo is being able to just turn up hills quickly and it just builds boost and holds the gear rather than downshifting and reving to the moon. 100% worth it for sand riding.
How’s your heater work in the winter time and does it keep you warm?
Rog is sasquatch proof??
Main reason I bought it! Not a single encounter so far.
@mikeoutdoors769 colorado is beautiful, I'm a retired truck driver, from Maine, wife is from New York, we live in Florida, we love the freedom here and our governor, not the weather or the growing population though, stay safe brother
How do I reset my live valve . I have a 23 1000rs and it's always super stiff. Idk it the system is working
I’m not sure how to reset the live valve. Sorry
My 23 with Live Valve is smooth as silk (in Normal Mode). Best go back to the dealer! Also, bump it to Sport Mode and it’s obviously stiffer. That’s how you know it’s working.
Mike, previous video on axle swap. Where did you buy the new axle. Thanks keep up the great videoes
I bought the axle straight from Encore
Does the kraft werks turbo void the honda warranty
Chemical Guys tire shine works good.
Did u guys adjust the suspension or are there trails for machines over 64 inches wide?
Hey man nice just being out from the house and enjoy the scenery with the kids. How is the Rog. I just bought a Braxton creek bushwhacker It’s nice but didn’t know it compares to the ROG
The Polaris owners manual suggests furniture polish as an alternative.
Interesting, thanks for letting us know!
Sorry Mike the ROG
Hey Mike, Do you think my new Tacoma TRD 6cy could handle this trailer?
Oh yeah, you should be more than okay
Great video. Thanks for making it. I'm going to try the Armor All.
What size Loc N Roll trail side coupler did you get. The tongue on my ROG measures 2 1/4”. Also how much drop on your Jeep side.
I’m pretty sure it was the 506 for the trailer side. I had it pretty level on the jeep. I didn’t have it lowered at all after the trailer was lifted
How do you like the lift? I watched the video. Looks nice. I drive a Jeep Gladiator with 3” lift on 37” tires
@@robertkoch2432 i love the lift. Extremely glad i did it. I did end up trading the jeep in for an f-150. The jeep kept getting too hot for my liking, pulling the long mountain passes in Colorado.
Overall conclusion: cleaning every now and then is better than not cleaning.
Can you do a long term review with the KF kit?
Great idea! I’ll work on doing that! Thanks for the comment and subscribing!