Van Epps Pass, WA + Trail Damage + F150 Offroad

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  • @mazzky1093
    @mazzky1093 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    The TH-cam algo just popped this up for me and I'm so stoked. An F-150 exploring in my neck of the woods.

    • @simpleinstinct
      @simpleinstinct  ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad you liked it. Welcome to the channel.

  • @YogSoggoth6
    @YogSoggoth6 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Thats a fun trail, had my tail light taken out by a tree near the mine after you go over the pass. That rock at 9:20 was much worse, it was closer to the middle. It took a 12k lb winch, 2 snatch blocks, and the rear of my Jeep tethered to a tree to move it where it is now.

    • @simpleinstinct
      @simpleinstinct  10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I need to go back one of these days. It is a great trail.

    • @YogSoggoth6
      @YogSoggoth6 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@simpleinstinct In my experience Aug/Sept would give the best chance of success. I have photos of snow on the back side of the pass in July (although this year who knows)

  • @AcceptmyName
    @AcceptmyName 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Git er done! Proud scar right there to show your truck ain't just a grocery getter.

  • @MarcelMion
    @MarcelMion ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Nice Trip Dude…brought your Truck close too the limits, but if I saw the camp set up, legit worth it 👍👍👍

    • @simpleinstinct
      @simpleinstinct  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      It's always fun to push the limits. It's a great way to see what kind of things you really need to get out there.

  • @Brian_195
    @Brian_195 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Sorry about the damage, but I love seeing other strong F-150’s taking the tough mountain trails. And, it doesn’t get anymore beautiful than off roading PNW. Nice truck set up, too. And, I have to hand it to you - you’re a lot ballsier than I am with the trails you take your F-150 up. And, by watching this video, you’re quite experienced exploring difficult mountain trails, too. Even with the truck damage, nice job on the trail. I look forward to seeing more of your off roading videos.

  • @davidlavery8336
    @davidlavery8336 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Damn man that definitely sucks , definitely need some rock sliders. And your dang factory lockers is still bugging the crap out of me lol. Just doesn't seem like it's working like a locker should. Great video though man. Good to see a full size truck out there doing jeep trails.

    • @simpleinstinct
      @simpleinstinct  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Rock sliders are going on as soon as the repairs are made. Maybe before depending on how back logged the shop is. As for the locker, it drives me nuts too.

    • @simpleinstinct
      @simpleinstinct  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I'm not 100% sure. There seems to be different opinions about why it would disengage. I will say it worked perfectly when I went up argentine pass in Colorado. For some reason this trip it either didn't engage or was unlocking itself.
      Our work trucks have the same locker and they all seem to work just fine. It might just be something with mine or I should have backed up to ensure it wasn't under load before going up the hill/obstacles.

    • @Outlaw_Media
      @Outlaw_Media 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@simpleinstinct I had a Ram Rebel with the factory rear locker. I was out in some mud last year, I locked in low and then locked the rear locker, after a few minutes of trying to get unstuck, the locker disengaged saying it was get too hot. One of the reason I got rid of the truck for a Gladiator Rubicon.

    • @simpleinstinct
      @simpleinstinct  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I've never heard of a locker getting too hot. I'm sure the gladiator won't do it though.

  • @jasonbrowning5280
    @jasonbrowning5280 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Beautiful countryside... It doesn't look like you air down the tires.. still pretty impressive for a pick up. Kudos for getting out there and thank you for the footage of your journey.

    • @simpleinstinct
      @simpleinstinct  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks for watching. It's true that I did not air down, my tire pump recently died. 😅

    • @jasonbrowning5280
      @jasonbrowning5280 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Be safe out there. Have you done more to your vehicle since this post? Lockers? Winch? Lift?

    • @simpleinstinct
      @simpleinstinct  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I ordered some new stuff. The truck has a factory locker already though. As far as suspension, I'll likely keep running the bilstien setup for a while.

    • @Fvck-diversity
      @Fvck-diversity ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@simpleinstinct Please air down, watching you constantly spin your tires is cringe. air down and gain some traction brother.

    • @simpleinstinct
      @simpleinstinct  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Like I said, my air pump died on me. I didn't have a way to inflate them back up. The nearest place to get air was pretty far down the highway. In general, yes, I would air down.

  • @bunttom9007
    @bunttom9007 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Brass balls man. Well done

  • @DelanoJ
    @DelanoJ 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I watched your last video of fortune creek & went up Tuesday. Ran into guy with his family in a Mojave Gladiator. He was heading up Van Epps but got lost. I pointed him the way but warned him of the trail. It was his 1st weekend with the truck & his wife was telling him to do it. They were using Google maps, no winch or offroad gear & had tires at highway psi. Luckily he didn't attempt the trail.
    Love the videos & subscribed n following on IG

    • @simpleinstinct
      @simpleinstinct  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I'm glad you warned him about Van Epps. The off road community is awesome. Thanks for your support.

  • @kineticenergy1085
    @kineticenergy1085 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Awesome video again. I’d like to attempt some rough trail off roading In my 2018 also.

    • @simpleinstinct
      @simpleinstinct  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Get after it! Thanks for watching bro.

    • @kineticenergy1085
      @kineticenergy1085 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@simpleinstinct hell, I always look forward to your videos 👍🏼

  • @bracketengineer
    @bracketengineer ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice trail!

  • @lost_in_the_abyss1509
    @lost_in_the_abyss1509 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Looks like a very pretty forest! This is a pretty typical trail for Colorado. Sorry about the body damage 😬 but it isn’t much thankfully. The truck definitely looks rugged! It has a certain personality for sure. Love the video and your vlogs as usual!

  • @apettit7
    @apettit7 ปีที่แล้ว

    I've driven Fortune Creek and Hawkins half a dozen times but still haven't tried Van Epps yet, I'm hoping to soon though.

    • @simpleinstinct
      @simpleinstinct  ปีที่แล้ว

      Van Epps was fun. I would like to complete it one of these days!

  • @Outlaw_Media
    @Outlaw_Media 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video, I would love to come up to Washington and try this trail.
    Me and my buddy go overlanding, we both traded our full size trucks (me 2020 Ram Rebel, him 2019 F150) for midsize trucks (me 2022 Gladiator Rubicon him 2018 Pro 4X). Neither of us has any problems we used to on the same trails. I found a lot of trails at cut more for midsize vehicles. The lockers really do help.

    • @simpleinstinct
      @simpleinstinct  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I actually tested out some Rangers before I bought the f150. I just wanted more space for longer road trips.

  • @EvergreenOffroad
    @EvergreenOffroad 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good call on calling it. A winch would definitely help.

    • @simpleinstinct
      @simpleinstinct  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      A winch would be great. I'm on the waiting list for rock sliders now too.

  • @KyleHaines615
    @KyleHaines615 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Care to drop a link to those headlights?

    • @simpleinstinct
      @simpleinstinct  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Headlight:
      www.anzousa.com/571-parts-111570.html
      Discount Code: Simple_instinct

  • @MrJuniormikey
    @MrJuniormikey 9 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Bigfoot is messing with the off roaders putting them dang boulders in the middle of the road 😮

    • @simpleinstinct
      @simpleinstinct  9 วันที่ผ่านมา

      🤣 He heard me coming.

  • @Rooster1020
    @Rooster1020 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Is beadlock a necessity?

    • @simpleinstinct
      @simpleinstinct  10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      I would say no. Diff lockers on the other hand.

  • @michaelburrows9042
    @michaelburrows9042 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Two vehicles is always a good idea. 1 Less likely to walk out. 2 A good spotter never hurts.

    • @simpleinstinct
      @simpleinstinct  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Valid point. Not everyone wants to participate in a youtube video though.

    • @michaelburrows8323
      @michaelburrows8323 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@simpleinstinct sucks don't it.

    • @simpleinstinct
      @simpleinstinct  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Not even a little. I enjoy solo camping.

    • @michaelburrows9042
      @michaelburrows9042 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@simpleinstinct Well, Rock On then! You have a big advantage over me. When I was getting stuck and walking miles to get out, it was before cell phones.

  • @timcox3617
    @timcox3617 ปีที่แล้ว

    Stock raptor wheels?

  • @CraigThomas2070
    @CraigThomas2070 ปีที่แล้ว

    It was a much nicer road when my grandfather built it. Also, at about the 6 minute mark, too bad you didn’t walk down by the waterfall, there is a very cool secret there.

    • @simpleinstinct
      @simpleinstinct  ปีที่แล้ว

      I'll have to go back and find that secret.

    • @CraigThomas2070
      @CraigThomas2070 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@simpleinstinct take a flashlight

  • @kojack635
    @kojack635 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Did your paint get all scratched up?

    • @simpleinstinct
      @simpleinstinct  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Only in the places where the rock rubbed on it. 😅

  • @Crankone
    @Crankone 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    You need sliders, Lift, Lockers front and rear, and tires

    • @simpleinstinct
      @simpleinstinct  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      After waiting a few months, I finally have sliders. They were on order for quite a while. I have a factory rear locker, but I'm not very impressed by it. I won't be opting for a lift any time soon though. A front locker and a winch are definitely in the plans though.

  • @12pawsinn
    @12pawsinn ปีที่แล้ว

    My uncle told me something, the truck isnt yours until you put a scratch or dent in it i just got a dent/scratch today while exploring in my f150.

    • @simpleinstinct
      @simpleinstinct  ปีที่แล้ว

      Congratulations. Nothing like the break in period.

  • @cburrowz
    @cburrowz 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    “‘Tis but a scratch”. Coming off that trail with with a little rash on a full size took no small amount of skill. Got my A$$ kicked and I was on a dual sport.

  • @Kodazot
    @Kodazot 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    F150 good truck but too narrow. I always scratch my f150 when go forest. Too tight road + trees. Good video

  • @qazqaz-kp1xj
    @qazqaz-kp1xj 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I want to buy a 2024 Ford F-150. There are two engines, a 5.0v8 and a 3.5 turbo. Which one is better in the long run in terms of service, less mechanical problems, less fuel consumption, better towing power and in the desert? I am following your beautiful channel and subscribe and like.

  • @fredwasielewski8327
    @fredwasielewski8327 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Sad to see damage like that.makes me cringe,I have same yr rig.great vid

    • @simpleinstinct
      @simpleinstinct  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It sucks, but I knew the risk. Glad you liked the video!

  • @WillC299
    @WillC299 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Your elocker doesn't seem to be working.

    • @simpleinstinct
      @simpleinstinct  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That's the general consensus.

    • @WillC299
      @WillC299 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@simpleinstinct you still seem to handle the trail pretty good though. Looks like a great time. Keep the videos coming.

    • @simpleinstinct
      @simpleinstinct  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes sir, I have a little experience on the trail. Thank you for your support!

  • @mercurials54
    @mercurials54 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I turned around on the first rock rock obstacle, hit the trailer hitch and imagined it would only get worst.

    • @simpleinstinct
      @simpleinstinct  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Probably a good choice. This is a tough trail.

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    @coverado ปีที่แล้ว

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  • @dawntoduskoutdoors6739
    @dawntoduskoutdoors6739 ปีที่แล้ว

    That’s to nice of a truck to go beat the crap out of on jeep trails. I’ll take an application. Moneys just money now a days

  • @ross.hartman4269
    @ross.hartman4269 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Man you need a locker. Like bad.

    • @simpleinstinct
      @simpleinstinct  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I have a factory locker, but as you can see, that's not really cutting it.

    • @ross.hartman4269
      @ross.hartman4269 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@simpleinstinct you may have something wrong with it mine works great. they work by using magnets. may just need a fluid change to get them cleaned up

  • @rogue109
    @rogue109 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I don't mean to be an ass, but you might have the wrong vehicle for the type of sport you are looking to do. Might I suggest a Jeep?

    • @simpleinstinct
      @simpleinstinct  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Nah, I like the challenge. I know a few people who have full size rigs.

  • @77magnuss
    @77magnuss 20 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Dude, air down…

  • @ser3100
    @ser3100 ปีที่แล้ว

    @ovrlndfx4 here! Great vid! Get some whiteknuckleoffroad sliders! Worth thier weight!

  • @richardburnett2749
    @richardburnett2749 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    They make ATVs for a reason maybe you should buy one pickup trucks or not meant to go off-roading like you are

    • @simpleinstinct
      @simpleinstinct  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I have a dirt bike. Trucks can handle this stuff.

  • @MikeH0311
    @MikeH0311 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Buddy air down ur tires jeez