You Get What You Pay For - It All Goes Terribly Wrong in The Worst Possible Way!

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  • @EnglehartProductions
    @EnglehartProductions 2 ปีที่แล้ว +964

    Please do more of these budget vehicle challenges. I think myself and everyone can agree they are one of the best things to come across on your channel.

    • @jamey48
      @jamey48 2 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      So true, as it appeals to most everyone. It shows you don't need 50 to 80k vehicle to have fun. And if it gets banged up, you can still live with it without crying. And most parts are cheap.

    • @Darndiddlyarn
      @Darndiddlyarn 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Yes, it'd be nice to see some longer adventures though like a whole weekend off roading with some more challenging trails.

    • @johnpearson492
      @johnpearson492 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      The cheap vehicle challenges are great. I also really liked the Jeep Comanche and Suzuki Samurai series.

    • @davidswanson5436
      @davidswanson5436 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I got a 96 grandcherokee. She's rebuilt junkyard wonder.

    • @matthewholzmueller6292
      @matthewholzmueller6292 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Not to mention great way to grow the chanel, without relying on the truck manufacturers to supply trucks...

  • @DJ_Underwood
    @DJ_Underwood 2 ปีที่แล้ว +594

    The worst thing about this series, is having to wait a week for the next episode... seriously, nice work gentlemen!

    • @Nick_Gir
      @Nick_Gir 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      😑 seriously I love this . As a Jeep fan in the market for a grand Cherokee wj or wk I'm quite happy.

    • @oranepatterson6549
      @oranepatterson6549 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      True

    • @luisbarraza9709
      @luisbarraza9709 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Yeah maybe we need them to film them all and do a Netflix style binge option lol

    • @jacobneuberger353
      @jacobneuberger353 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Agreed. They need to move to Netflix style and release all at once. 😀

    • @themortgageminute6382
      @themortgageminute6382 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Agreed!

  • @rzu7120
    @rzu7120 2 ปีที่แล้ว +677

    These budget challenges are the best!

    • @TFLtruck
      @TFLtruck  2 ปีที่แล้ว +49

      Thank you for watching!

    • @dillonh321
      @dillonh321 2 ปีที่แล้ว +27

      @@TFLtruck
      I think a budget sports car would be a good idea for a next series.

    • @jeffsgamingvideos
      @jeffsgamingvideos 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I love this episodes

    • @supernova8715
      @supernova8715 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@dillonh321 budget motorcycle too hehe

    • @Bdub1952
      @Bdub1952 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@TFLtruck please find and test a Suzuki of the Vitara/XL-7 flavor, early 2000's! Cheap, easy to find and a two speed transfer case! And they work!

  • @gingerroot3226
    @gingerroot3226 2 ปีที่แล้ว +256

    I know you guys went "over budget", but this definitely shows the reality of buying a cheap vehicle. Honestly fixing them up probably made it that much more satisfying.

    • @PaulSHelms
      @PaulSHelms 2 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      Yup! It honestly shows how you’ll probably end up spending 50-100% of what you spent on the vehicle in the first place to get the thing running somewhat properly and safely.

    • @tati-anaroseee4316
      @tati-anaroseee4316 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@shoveI yea ESPECIALLY when it's a cheap luxury car such as Mercedes 😂 I've done 20k worth of dealership work on my car for 1k in ebay parts and many hours of labor

    • @stevekendra8983
      @stevekendra8983 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      If I were to choose a cheap off road vehicle, I would try to find one as analog as possible. Easier to fix on the trail with simple hand tools and you don't need a scanner lol.

    • @gingerroot3226
      @gingerroot3226 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@stevekendra8983 I'm sure they would too, but they were limited by time and availability.

    • @Maples01
      @Maples01 ปีที่แล้ว

      Oversize tires on a TTB front is begging for breakage, they are weak in stock form, takes a lot of money to get them to hold up, its always been cheaper to rip them out and solid axle swap.

  • @rmpruitt228
    @rmpruitt228 2 ปีที่แล้ว +253

    This is closer to real world for a lot of people looking to have a little off road fun. Love it.

    • @wildbill23c
      @wildbill23c 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      100% fact...most people going out and buying those $60k+ "Offroad" Trucks and SUV's new aren't taking them 4 wheeling...ok well I guess if driving fast over a speedbump at Walmart is offroading to them maybe LOL.
      I have an 88 Ford Bronco 2 that'll go anywhere offroad that I'd ever think of going, and I wouldn't feel as bad about scratching it...I just hate having to clean a vehicle after going through mud so I try and avoid offroading anymore.

    • @jamescannone1425
      @jamescannone1425 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@wildbill23c I wheel my truck! And I’ll be wheeling my Bronco when it shows in february

    • @wildbill23c
      @wildbill23c 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@jamescannone1425 Cool, you'll have to report back to us how it does for you...did you order the 2 or 4 door? I want a 2 door base model, given where my 88 Bronco 2 will go stock, I don't think I need any more offroad stuff, it'll just lead to you getting stuck farther from the road HAHA!!

  • @Joelwee1028
    @Joelwee1028 2 ปีที่แล้ว +168

    I don’t know why, but seeing the Blazer stereo rattling it’s way out of the dash was hilarious.

    • @MrJamesLuz
      @MrJamesLuz 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I had an 89 S10 Blazer and the same thing happened 😂

    • @svpracer98
      @svpracer98 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Why i hate aftermarket radios

    • @usmc29er44
      @usmc29er44 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      That's comes standard with every Chevy of this vintage

    • @thegreatboto
      @thegreatboto 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I had a 2000 ZR2 Blazer and the rattling interior and the shoddy rear spare tire carrier drove me nuts. Then there were all the other mechanical issues. I'll admit it was a lemon, but I've had my Ranger longer now and with more miles and I've had far fewer issues with it than my old Blazer.

    • @johnhpalmer6098
      @johnhpalmer6098 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@svpracer98 I have an aftermarket radio in my Mazda and it's in there solid. I put it in, and the previous stereo before it was also aftermarket, an Alpine single din in a double din space, but it was done right so was also solid and that Alpine replaced the factory unit. The JVC double din was chosen as it was designed to fit my space and it went in correctly, and has not come out in 9 years. I think a lot of that is user error in installation, or choosing the unit that really does not fit right for your car and then half assing it as far as installation.

  • @Edsecondstocomply
    @Edsecondstocomply 2 ปีที่แล้ว +84

    Even with the repairs needed, being into a 4x4 truck for $3500 is still a good deal in most parts of the US.

    • @derbyjr
      @derbyjr 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Except that it’s 4x4 with only one 4

    • @johnnyhb89
      @johnnyhb89 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      True that. Anything that moves under its own power is good for $2500. If it is a b3000 (didn't notice if it was a b2300 b3000 or b4000, i think the cat convs are worth $600 or so. Frankly a b4000 in that shape would likely go for $2500 wholesale.

  • @mr.boostang2064
    @mr.boostang2064 2 ปีที่แล้ว +36

    It's hilarious how it's funner to watch $2,500 20+ year old vehicles go off roading than watching $50k-$100k brand new trucks and suvs go off roading. As a 2007 Explorer v8 owner I can say it's also exciting owning one, never a dull moment when ever you drive it 😆

    • @Maples01
      @Maples01 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yep, bought a $600 International Scout II and would beat all 3 of these trucks, with my bald 31's that came on it.

  • @IntenseBlue318
    @IntenseBlue318 2 ปีที่แล้ว +187

    I think tommy wins just for making sure his 4wd worked beforehand

    • @svpracer98
      @svpracer98 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Nathan did too

    • @IntenseBlue318
      @IntenseBlue318 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@svpracer98 not until he replaced the vacuum actuator, and then still didn't work in hi range

    • @Fast4.6
      @Fast4.6 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@svpracer98 nathan doesn’t know what 4wd is

    • @xxsuperbirdxx
      @xxsuperbirdxx 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Fast4.6 nathan even acts like a bowtie man

    • @NathanDAdlen
      @NathanDAdlen 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @@IntenseBlue318 The actuator gave out as I was heading off highway. And it works in Hi and Low, it just took some adjusting.

  • @JohnConnor636
    @JohnConnor636 2 ปีที่แล้ว +29

    I love how much each of them loves a " brand " of SUVs / Trucks.
    Everyone knows Tommy's loves Jeep, Andre loves Ford & Nathan seems to always like GMC / Chevy. This makes the show / channel enjoyable as you get to know more about the people.

    • @T3hderk87
      @T3hderk87 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      It's like the soul child of the original 2nd run top gear.

    • @xxsuperbirdxx
      @xxsuperbirdxx 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Jeep gives you what you are expecting

    • @UglyTheDuckling
      @UglyTheDuckling 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@xxsuperbirdxx which in my experience isn’t much haha. I’m just jealous of people with good experiences haha

    • @thekingofnoobs8362
      @thekingofnoobs8362 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@UglyTheDuckling yeah the straight 6 jeep made back in the day but other then that I hate jeep I think there overpriced and like how every company is becoming poor quality

  • @travislivengood2744
    @travislivengood2744 2 ปีที่แล้ว +54

    Those Ford auto lockers are made of plastic internally and work purely on hope. Throw some cheap Mile Marker conversion hubs on and that D35 is pretty tough to hurt. Wheel bearings and ball joints ARE a weak point though.
    Edit: aaaaaaand that's exactly what you did. I'm an impatient Alice.

    • @wildbill23c
      @wildbill23c 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I have mile market hubs on my 88 Bronco 2, but I also have the manual shift transfer case as well....the original manual hubs starting making noise so I ordered new hubs so I wouldn't have any 4WD problems.

    • @nonope1774
      @nonope1774 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Wheel bearings and ball joints are even weaker on the D30 Jeep front end. Lol. The Mazda/ Ranger is older, and it makes sense that it needs more work.

    • @turbolq4
      @turbolq4 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@nonope1774 D30 in that WJ has unit bearings. The D30 in general is quite good for tires 33" and smaller.

    • @nonope1774
      @nonope1774 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@turbolq4 Yep, junky unit bearings. I'm going to be replacing the ones in my Jeep soon, after around 7K mls. However my Mitsubishi has all original bearings, serviced once in about 200K mls, it actually fits 33in tires stock to, I'm about $2K into getting a lift and steering on my ZJ that still requires cutting and regearing to run 33 in tires.

    • @kalebsheridan9017
      @kalebsheridan9017 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      How are mile marker hubs?

  • @abeliiibecerra5281
    @abeliiibecerra5281 2 ปีที่แล้ว +62

    "To crush your enemies, see them driven before you and to hear the lamentation of their women".
    Nathan you are truly a man of culture!

    • @jcollins1305
      @jcollins1305 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      😂😂😂

    • @xxsuperbirdxx
      @xxsuperbirdxx 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      but not a man with sense..... chevy II blazer, what a joke

    • @Dwealdric
      @Dwealdric 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I watched that recently and died laughing when he punched that camel

  • @formerpilgrim4934
    @formerpilgrim4934 2 ปีที่แล้ว +111

    It appears the Jeep will dominate this competition. Every time you see one of those ‘tough truck events’ the grand Cherokees always do extremely well.

    • @Cragified
      @Cragified 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      WJs were pretty good. Came right after the ZJ that was based on the XJ Cherokee which is honestly probably the best the Cherokee ever was and one of the best offroading vehicles, even better then Wranglers in some ways having more weight to get traction with.

    • @aaronmodlin1871
      @aaronmodlin1871 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Never doubted the WJ. I still miss mine.

    • @cutroc350
      @cutroc350 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @@Cragified ZJ was a new platform. It was originally designed (by AMC) to replace the XJ in 93 but sales numbers kept the well loved XJ around for much longer. Either way all are great platforms to build on a budget.

    • @W2IRT
      @W2IRT 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hoping the tranny doesn't die on the WJ; I'll always root for the Jeep in these kinds of things. I own a nearly-new Grand Cherokee (WK2 Trailhawk) and it kicks butt and takes names on the trails. And it does so in style and comfort. Just wish it had true locking diffs, and solid axles instead of independent front and rear. but I leave stock Wranglers in my rear-view with it.

    • @Cragified
      @Cragified 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @@W2IRT All the pre FIAT and non extreme performance Chrysler stuff is very dependable if you keep up on maintenance. Still have and drive regularly a 98 neon that people called unreliable. It has never let me down in 21 years.

  • @andrescarrillo_fitness
    @andrescarrillo_fitness 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    I got my wj for $1,600 and have taken it through lvl 5&6 rated trails and it eats them like a cake walk. Now I’m installing a 6.5 in lift, 35’s, air lockers & custom bumpers!

  • @fscottgray9784
    @fscottgray9784 2 ปีที่แล้ว +49

    Every mans off road series like this is more real world than most. These type also will see more off road than the mall crawlers.

    • @aldo90731
      @aldo90731 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Yeah. This is a lot more interesting than seeing the latest $90,000 “off-roader” to roll out of a plant.

  • @ifitsnotbrokenfixit1193
    @ifitsnotbrokenfixit1193 2 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    Crank the Tbars on the blazer 4 turns on each one that will give you about 3/4" lift on the front. Double check all the vacuum lines. Especially the one on the transmission. Drivers side there's one that has a check ball in with 3 vacuum lines attached Replace it.

  • @coryernewein
    @coryernewein 2 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    My front hubs were empty when I bought my 93 Ranger back in 2007. They locked up and the old owner had the guts ripped out so they were mostly just dust caps lol manual hubs were the way to go both for price and for peace of mind.

  • @patrickirish8110
    @patrickirish8110 2 ปีที่แล้ว +96

    I agree with the others -- I really, really enjoy series of this type. Fantastic entertainment! Well done, lads!!

  • @Santi-my5pf
    @Santi-my5pf 2 ปีที่แล้ว +60

    At first I thought this was gonna be a off brand Car Trek but I stuck with the series and honestly this shit is fire keep it up 👍

    • @TFLtruck
      @TFLtruck  2 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      Thank you for the kind words.

    • @ericl1166
      @ericl1166 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      This is far superior to Car Trek, and you don't have to listen to Ed Bolian.

    • @LiveFreeOrDieDH
      @LiveFreeOrDieDH 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      I like how Car Trek is already an off-brand Top Gear, so an off-brand of an off-brand would be... interesting indeed. 😁😁

    • @chrislangstaff
      @chrislangstaff 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      The first couple Car Treks were good, the last bunch have been boring. You can tell those guys (who I mostly enjoy) are 'influencers' and TFL are car journos.

    • @LiveFreeOrDieDH
      @LiveFreeOrDieDH 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@chrislangstaff my favorite parts of Car Trek are when they try (and fail) to do serious car journalism.

  • @texwfp
    @texwfp 2 ปีที่แล้ว +66

    I absolutely love the budget challenges. I am 15 so I don't have a ton of money. I like seeing cheap mods and cars that I could buy and use to have fun

    • @TFLtruck
      @TFLtruck  2 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      We did minimal repairs to keep the cost down...

    • @greatcornholio5541
      @greatcornholio5541 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      I’m 46yrs old and have a nice Tundra now but this reminds me of HS…we all had budget 4X4’s like this but older. Half the time we went 4wheeling lol we ended up 2 wheeling because the 4wd went out. Thanks for this series, brings back some good old Memories

    • @wildbill23c
      @wildbill23c 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@greatcornholio5541 A friend of mine bought a 2 door XJ several years ago, 4 cylinder 5 speed 4x4....as he's heading towards a huge mud hole at the cycle park I ask him so does the 4WD work in this thing? "We're about to find out"...it went downhill from there LOL. Nope 4WD didn't work...luckily someone was up there with an F350 with a winch and pulled us out....I've never had a 4WD failure in any of my vehicles, I did get stuck twice...once in a 2WD pickup, and once in a 4WD pickup only because the truck was sitting on the frame with all 4 wheels off the ground (oops)...so the 4WD wouldn't engage since the front wheels couldn't spin forward far enough to get the hubs to lock (89 Mazda B2600i 4x4 with auto-locking hubs).

    • @tati-anaroseee4316
      @tati-anaroseee4316 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@greatcornholio5541 I'm glad my Mercedes is awd full time bc it wouldn't be a simple fix if it broke like most cars😂it can go over just about anything but it gets pretty bad gas mileage

    • @cannonbuchman7426
      @cannonbuchman7426 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I’ve had two of the Jeeps in this video. One lifted one not. And let me tell you, they’ve been amazing!!!

  • @a456987
    @a456987 2 ปีที่แล้ว +69

    After this is finished let's see what they can do.with a few cheap mods

  • @aldo90731
    @aldo90731 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Geez, those WJ Grand Cherokees seem to run forever...!

    • @LigerZeroFtw
      @LigerZeroFtw 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      My WJ stock with just a set of KO2s has gotten me through so much the past few years. Mechanically its perfect but these Pennsylvania winters are finally taking there toll on the body unfortunately.

  • @Reality_Filter
    @Reality_Filter 2 ปีที่แล้ว +37

    Andre, to quote Johnny Rotten... "Ever get the feeling you've been cheated?" But seriously, this is an awesome series, keep it coming fellas...

  • @_RiseAgainst
    @_RiseAgainst 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    That jeep is probably the only vehicle with limited slip.

  • @badgerpa9
    @badgerpa9 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    We have two 2001 grand cherokee limiteds, one is driven daily driver the other rolled over down a gully and is now a farm and snow plow truck. My daughter wants me to find another one so she can let her nice one sit and not get rusty over winter salty roads.

    • @codylapoint
      @codylapoint 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I've had about 5 of them, and they are great vehicles. Currently have a 02 overland with the ho motor.

    • @CaptainFALKEN
      @CaptainFALKEN 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I had a 2000 laredo. I thought it was unteresting at first. They blow up. That was vehicle 2/12. Had pretty high miles anyway. I had a Tacoma the past almost years and it's the best thing in the world.

  • @alale923
    @alale923 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Gotta love that WJ holding it down for the old jeeps. V8 heated leather interior 4x4 select trac. Cant ask for much more.

    • @tati-anaroseee4316
      @tati-anaroseee4316 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Jeeps are somehow underestimated for off-road even tho that's what they're made for

    • @DakotaJaegle
      @DakotaJaegle 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@tati-anaroseee4316 especially this model. theyve been getting more attention last few years

    • @CrossingRover
      @CrossingRover 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Yeah I've got a cheapo Blazer I paid $450 for but I think the WJ was clearly the best of these challengers

  • @joeydelgado6119
    @joeydelgado6119 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Sometimes on older 4WD vehicles you have to go into reverse and drive backwards for a few feet to get front axle to engage.

    • @tati-anaroseee4316
      @tati-anaroseee4316 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Idk why any of them didn't get something awd so they wouldn't have to worry about switching between 4 and rwd

    • @yeabuddy6070
      @yeabuddy6070 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Awd is garbage for wheeling....generally.

    • @kyle5608
      @kyle5608 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Rangers lock driving forward you gotta back up to unlock but that only applies if you have the reverse rotation dana 35 if you have the 8.8 front you don't have hubs at all and there is no spin free kit

    • @999benhonda
      @999benhonda 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      or get under the truck at tap on the actuator. They basically did what the "Average" (aka, clueless) driver does...I pushed the button, I don't know why it isn't working.

    • @dentondunn4346
      @dentondunn4346 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@yeabuddy6070 mine does pretty good

  • @getlosttoday4045
    @getlosttoday4045 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    The rivalry of the guys in used cars are the best!

  • @OutlawFarmersRC
    @OutlawFarmersRC 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    The Jeep is the only one here with a real off road transfer case, 2WD / 4WD Hi Unlocked / 4WD Hi Locked / 4WD Lo Locked.

    • @kyle5608
      @kyle5608 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Real transfer cases have no lock and unlock there is no center differential you have 2hi 4hi 4lo once you pull the lever it's in 4hi the front tires spin too that's it no modern center differential bullshit

    • @oscaramador4200
      @oscaramador4200 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I agree, car journalists think that mentioning a "center locking differential" on Land Rovers and G-wagons is a big flex. Jeeps have had that all the time, it's called the transfer case lol

  • @JoshNormandy
    @JoshNormandy 2 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    I'm absolutely loving this series!!!

  • @justfun-zf8ru
    @justfun-zf8ru 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    These videos are great because they are relatable. While we all can enjoy a Lambo going fast and looking cool, most of us will never have that opportunity.

  • @Adam-cb6ve
    @Adam-cb6ve 2 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    Those automatic locking hubs on the Rangers were junk. I replaced mine with manual ones doesn't take that much to do and works everytime now.

    • @TFLtruck
      @TFLtruck  2 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      So glad I replaced and went with manual hubs!

    • @dalehovland3283
      @dalehovland3283 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Will be the most reliable 4x4 of all 3 now

    • @wildbill23c
      @wildbill23c 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@dalehovland3283 Well maybe. That electric shift motor on the transfer case has its days numbered too, auto locking hubs and those electric shift motors are notorious failure points on those trucks.

    • @dalehovland3283
      @dalehovland3283 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Of all my ford's, not 1 has failed

    • @MightyThunderbolt
      @MightyThunderbolt 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@wildbill23c keep a hammer on board, but the fact its getting low means its working

  • @jasonlovell3934
    @jasonlovell3934 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    The moral of this story is inflation has made it impossible to buy a decent vehicle for $2500.

    • @xxsuperbirdxx
      @xxsuperbirdxx 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      thank all your friends that vote for those communists that are ruining this great country

  • @coryernewein
    @coryernewein 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Good job listening to Dan on the manual hubs, I loved mine. It was also like a mild insurance policy because I had to get out and lock them in...it gave me a chance to survey the terrain without just bouncing lol

  • @thinde88
    @thinde88 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Solid axles and manual 4WD selector. WJ FTW.

  • @jasonquaile2492
    @jasonquaile2492 2 ปีที่แล้ว +32

    This makes me miss my first gen Grand Cherokee even more. Love the look of the second gen!

    • @TickleFingers
      @TickleFingers 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yeah, but the 2nd gen is COMPLETE TRASH!

    • @jasonquaile2492
      @jasonquaile2492 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@TickleFingers are they? I've never driven one tbh. my 93 with a 318 was fantastic especially if you compare it with other vehicles from the era

    • @alale923
      @alale923 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@jasonquaile2492 they arent. Like any car you need to keep up on maintenance. I drove my first 2001 jgc 300k miles. Couldve gone longer but that was my first vehicle and i let it go. Ten years later and i have another 2001 grand cherokee. Comin up on 200k miles and i paid 1500$ for it. Drives great 4x4 works. I drive it to work everyday 1hr roundtrip. My 1996 first gen with that 318 was a fun jeep. I want to get a first gen with the 5.9 one day.

    • @alale923
      @alale923 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @@TickleFingers you mean the vehicle that we just watched do the best? With a leather heated seat interior. You sound a lil biased. Or are a chevy blazer owner😆

    • @TickleFingers
      @TickleFingers 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@jasonquaile2492 It's not that they aren't capable, it's just that there are so many issues with them. Transmission issues like mentioned in the video. Blend door issues for the HVAC system. You either end up with no heat or no AC and you have to remove the entire dash to fix it. It's heavy and underpowered with the 4.0. interior is not as robust. Just think about how many you see on the road and then think about how many you see on the trails too. That should answer any questions about what people think of them.

  • @C-M-E
    @C-M-E 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    The subtitle for this series: "A Money Pit By Any Other Name".
    Even with discounts, the entertainment was worth full price. =)

  • @revnto7k
    @revnto7k 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Love cheap vehicle challenges.. That Jeep is awesome, owning it !

  • @JustinKingOffroad
    @JustinKingOffroad 2 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    this is awesome lol!! i do think you'd do better on all 3 dropping the tire pressures until you actually see the sidewalls balloon out a bit. 12-15 PSI should do it.

    • @BassRacerx
      @BassRacerx 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      dont think their problem was traction but articulation. they all need a cheap lift and off road shocks.

  • @ericlewandowskivlogs
    @ericlewandowskivlogs 2 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    If you lightly press the brakes in that blazer while in 4wd, you'll lock the diff. Same goes with military humvees.

    • @CharlieK92004
      @CharlieK92004 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I think that only works with a torsion diff, which hummers have. Open diff won’t do that.

    • @ericlewandowskivlogs
      @ericlewandowskivlogs 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@CharlieK92004 worked on all 3 of my blazers and my s-10. From 1991-2000. I didn't know about it until a GM engineer told me about it while I was wheeling my 91 blazer at the mounds scramble area in Mt Morris, MI. Since that day, I used the trick quite often.

    • @CharlieK92004
      @CharlieK92004 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@ericlewandowskivlogs , I trust your experience then. I guess all or most came with a torsen diff then. I know it was an option.

  • @supersnot4
    @supersnot4 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I have experience with all 3 of these vehicles, and they are pretty similar.
    I had a '96 GMC Jimmy and I'm getting some flashbacks. It was the biggest pile of junk I think I've ever had. Only 90K miles and just about everything that went wrong with this Blazer happened to my Jimmy. Mirror even fell off on the highway, which was awesome. It was a fun little SUV but just horrible build quality.
    My sister had a Mazda B3000. Fun little truck, but it did have the same issue with the hubs refusing to lock. When they did lock, it would go just about anywhere. The 3.0 V6 did have the notorious head gasket issues, but that's about it.
    My brother currently has a '96 ZJ. This WJ is a mostly different vehicle, but shares the same basic design. The old Grand Cherokees, when taken care of, are pretty good vehicles. I love the fact that they're a unibody with solid axles front and rear. Transmissions are notorious in the WJ, as are electrical gremlins in both generations. They are shockingly good offroad though.

    • @nateulpanzarella9154
      @nateulpanzarella9154 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      i had a 99 blazer and it was maintained by me and when i went to trade it in, the dealer where i was at bought it from me instead as a first vehicle for his daughter. she still has it for her son, in 2021. nothing but synthetic, Iridium plugs, factory brakes replaced with OE parts. vehicle is on track to make 500k miles. GM has expressed interested in buying it from her when it hits that mark

    • @supersnot4
      @supersnot4 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@nateulpanzarella9154 I should have added, mechanically the Jimmy was solid. The 4.3 Vortec really is a decent engine when it's taken care of, as is the 4L60E. But, they do require maintenance, and are not as forgiving as some other powertrains when you start slipping on the maintenance.

  • @ClimbingEasy
    @ClimbingEasy 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Episode we are all waiting for

  • @jeffcombs8237
    @jeffcombs8237 2 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    Great series. Budgets are the darndest thing on a used vehicle. Real world testing and safety, on the other hand is pinnacle.

  • @GATORADDAM
    @GATORADDAM 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Tommy kicks ass again!
    I run KO2s on my 4x4 and I think they're the best all around. But knowing that his vehicle is only temporary and needs maximum offroad ability Tommy made the better choice.
    But, now I know where not to take my vehicles for repair. If I took three 4x4 vehicles in for assessment and the mechanic didn't find that the 4x4 wasn't working on two of them I think I'd find a different mechanic!

    • @Frost640
      @Frost640 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Well, to play devil's advocate, his task from the producers was "are these safe to drive on the road", not find every issue since their budget was 2500.

    • @GATORADDAM
      @GATORADDAM 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Frost640
      Understood. If he would have missed a dirty fuel filter or a small hole in the top of the muffler or something like that it would be understandable. But to miss a 4x4's 4x4 not working.........
      That's like a doctor doing a physical and missing your blood pressure being 220/150!
      Ain't goin' back to that doctor!

  • @tomtabbert7364
    @tomtabbert7364 2 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    This is very entertaining, the off road "Top Gear" for real people with real vehicles

  • @TheNeomaro
    @TheNeomaro 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Proud of you guys for doing some small work keeping it still budget friendly and still keeping it competitive. Really shows the reality of getting cheap stuff. Love my 285/75r16 ko2s, was totally stuck between ko2s and km3s ... So tell your sponsor I paid oodles on my set so they better take care of you guys XD. And Conan my bearded dragon appreciates this episode.

  • @fireant1272
    @fireant1272 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Wow that jeep dominates!

  • @naterodriguez8358
    @naterodriguez8358 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Keep doing these budget vehicles!! That's what we like to see, things EVERYBODY and ANYBODY can afford. Old or young.
    Thank you for your content!!

  • @stustler68
    @stustler68 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I think you guys should keep throwing parts at these wherever needed to keep them viable off-roaders. This is the real world for guys with small budgets that are buying these rigs and hoping for the best.

    • @leoampie4942
      @leoampie4942 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Agreed and then dropping coin to make them function and possibly reliable. This series is very relatable.

  • @mrfordman9999
    @mrfordman9999 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I love the honesty here. That I so refreshing! Its not friendly to the budget but it makes this so much more interesting and sincere to watch! I love it!

  • @matthewsmith1461
    @matthewsmith1461 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    So awesome to see how far you guys have come over the years!!! Loving this series and hope to see more in the future

  • @csford9893
    @csford9893 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    What I like about the budget series is sometimes you win some sometimes you lose some. But at least that shown real world when you have to put money into things and the outcome you can have afterwards.

    • @wildbill23c
      @wildbill23c 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You just better have deep pockets in the real world...because once you own a pile of junk you are gonna have to spend money to fix it right otherwise you are gonna be in a deep, deep money pit very quickly and just have a yard ornament as a result.

  • @thearcadeventures
    @thearcadeventures 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I enjoyed watching the to hell and back series. I was so excited that tfl is making a new series. You guys make my day, and best of luck to your new series tfl!

  • @Haoleguy808
    @Haoleguy808 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Aloha from Hawaii. Started watching you guys years ago but I kinda fell off. Just started back up with you guys and I love it. Still the same energy and fun challenges. Plus now you have so many channels it’s nice and easy to find exactly what kinda content I’m looking for. If I want truck I go to tfl truck if I want cars go tfl car. Keep up all the amazing hard work.
    And honestly the premiers are fine to me. Gets me excited for when it comes out. Also gets me watching more of tfl while I wait so win win for both of us.

    • @TFLtruck
      @TFLtruck  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Welcome back and thanks for watching.

  • @jetdust
    @jetdust 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Lol the radio bouncing out cracked me up!!

  • @theinternets7516
    @theinternets7516 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    The KM3s look awesome on that WJ.

  • @dkmorris713
    @dkmorris713 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Happy Birthday to me!! I'm loving this series, this episode is the best gift ever.

  • @SergeantBowls
    @SergeantBowls 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    These series are great! Can't wait to see the end result! It's interesting to see this stuff done with cheap vehicles.

  • @dundonrl
    @dundonrl 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The most exciting part, when Nathan's 4WD kicked in when he put it into low range!

  • @goddamnadam623
    @goddamnadam623 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    This series is definitely fun and funny to watch. Love it 😭

  • @stout_tossme7541
    @stout_tossme7541 2 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    Great content. The Budget series is great. It is awesome to see the new and super pricey off-road rigs. But let's be honest, most of us are buying low-cost and DIY fixes.
    Thank you, guys.

  • @wbball15
    @wbball15 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Nathan, nathan, nathan, Wow! Sweet Conan reference.
    #TFLteamWJ

  • @shawnmccroskey447
    @shawnmccroskey447 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Absolutely love these kind of series! Just a riot to watch. Thanks guys!

  • @jakedaonlysnake
    @jakedaonlysnake 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    so apparently a high mileage grand cherokee is actually a good buy. a lot of people skip over high mileage cars but so often I feel like those cars are better maintained and will still last while

  • @danielalfredocastro8365
    @danielalfredocastro8365 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    The chevys diaphragm are prone. Just take it off and modify a pull lever to engage it manually and youll be golden

    • @Bryan-Hensley
      @Bryan-Hensley 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I just put a new diaphragm module on mine. I kinda like it to be like factory.

  • @Con_Rad850
    @Con_Rad850 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I love how they don't give the jeep love but it's just doing everything it was made to do.

  • @ChucksPullingVideos
    @ChucksPullingVideos 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    This has been a great series so far.

  • @chrisswann9623
    @chrisswann9623 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is a great series. I love seeing all the high dollar trucks y'all test, but talk about real world. This is the real world for a lot of us. Thanks guys!

  • @thecarguyeli7373
    @thecarguyeli7373 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    These guys are the best!!! They make the best videos and have the best content!

  • @ryzen397
    @ryzen397 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    love these cheap 4wd challenges, great video gentlemen

  • @scotbrown7305
    @scotbrown7305 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is an awesome series. I still think Nathan is the winner for not going over budget even after fixing the 4wd.

  • @daminwidi
    @daminwidi ปีที่แล้ว +2

    The 4x4 on my 95 Blazer was actuated with a zip tie that I had hanging out of my inner fender, it worked great and was a better alternative than the air actuator.

  • @WW-wf8tu
    @WW-wf8tu 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    "You get what you pay for" Difficult to articulate that sentiment more. Wait, I said that in episode 2's comments. :P The results here are 100% what I figured. And this hill you are using, proved that "truth" is a walk in the park since that Chevy did it in 2WD on bald tires and speed. lol Need more of this. Keep it coming. Great content! :)

  • @BYLRPhil
    @BYLRPhil 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Nathan needs to do a Gambler500. He’s got the heart for it :-)

  • @jcollins1305
    @jcollins1305 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Fun videos! The chemistry with these guys is great. Can’t fake that! As far as the tires, they really do make the vehicles look so much better as well as performing better.

  • @nicholasbiermann8007
    @nicholasbiermann8007 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Crazy to see everyone together again!

  • @UAkovalchuk
    @UAkovalchuk 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I love watching ur videos!!!thank u guys for all ur work!!!

  • @zwildiris5200
    @zwildiris5200 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Speaking as a old S-10 Owner: Take the fuse out for the dashboard and put it back in. It resets the 4x4. :/

  • @richardrogich5276
    @richardrogich5276 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Who needs any other car show, Roman, Andre, Nathan and Tommy are hysterical!!!! Great work guys!!!

  • @nonope1774
    @nonope1774 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    In the 90s 4x4s its often a good idea to engage 4x4 early, and let all the little pieces of the vacuum system settle into place before you tackle an obstacle.

  • @frankr111th
    @frankr111th 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Love these budget vehicle challenges. I hope you do a series on novice off roading. A sort of how to start off roading series, with a inexperienced off roader.

    • @wildbill23c
      @wildbill23c 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      They do those all the time when they try to test these new electronic AWD junk cars on dirt roads and can't make it up a simple dirt road hill.

    • @tinatpasselepoivre
      @tinatpasselepoivre 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      if you are novice to offroading, try to find a nice light car with good ok ground clearance, throw aggressive M+S or good AT tyres at it and learn how to pick a line, conserve momemtum, etc. the basics.
      Then you upgrade to a 4/4 or not because you realise thtat everything you are doing is done fine by a 2wd

  • @VICE1385
    @VICE1385 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    24:15 literally sounds like kung fu panda

  • @NWPencrawler
    @NWPencrawler 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What a great series. Real world budget builds for the rest of us. I have a S10 Blazer so I am rooting for Nathan's rig but appreciate what the Jeep and Mazda bring to the fun as well. Love the Conan reference. Tires really did make a huge difference. Also, having the 4WD systems in working order made a difference too. Shocker!😁 Keep doing these types of "beater with a heater" challenges and I'll keep watching! Can't wait for the next episode.

  • @nycmaverick
    @nycmaverick 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Best series you guys produce!

  • @Jordant106_
    @Jordant106_ 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I got faith in the blazer 😂

  • @the1withnoname496
    @the1withnoname496 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I really enjoy watching this budget truck series, i hope you guys do more of this low budget adventures, great videos guys

  • @CraigSmith568
    @CraigSmith568 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is the best thing you have put on your channel. Couldn't quit smiling.

  • @shitloveaduck
    @shitloveaduck 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I think Nathan can get the 4x4 high back. Andre never had 4wd right from the test drive but the manual hubs seem to have done the trick. Did he damage the rear differential on that hill?? Tommy did quite well with his purchase. The K02s are definitely the tires to have. The Mud Terrains are generally a one trick pony. They do decent in the rocks as well. They are terrible in the winter though.

  • @crsantin
    @crsantin 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    That Jeep was fine. Good budget off-road rig. The other two were complete piles.

  • @lanceripplinger8352
    @lanceripplinger8352 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Tommy seems to have the best vehicle of the three. Only problem is waiting for that transmission to blow. Great series, and a ton of fun, guys!

  • @bobcat5412
    @bobcat5412 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love this series! Well done guys!

  • @jmc6000
    @jmc6000 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Oh the infamous vacuum actuation for front axle hubs in those years of the S10 and Blazer are one of the most troublesome, worst designs ever!

  • @Reality_Filter
    @Reality_Filter 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Zip ties and duct tape... Love it

    • @Dozav7
      @Dozav7 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I had a mirror with broken bolt mounts. I used plastic-bonding epoxy to repair them. Too much missing in this case though. Probably just need to visit a junkyard or eBay.

  • @johngrodski4158
    @johngrodski4158 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This was a fun one! I'm a Jeep guy but I was also rooting for the other two. Nathan and Andre did a good job getting them off road ready

  • @ipdjbt
    @ipdjbt 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Can't wait to see you guys climb Monarch pass! Its my fav and most scenic pass in Colorado!

  • @mcmehlen
    @mcmehlen 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Love this series. I prefer my off road/hunting rig pre scratched and dented. Gonna mess it up anyways!

  • @wesleydean4228
    @wesleydean4228 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Awesome guys 💯💯

  • @Bryan-Hensley
    @Bryan-Hensley 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is the first show I've watched of you guys that I can actually relate to. Good simple episode.

  • @bradpittiful7288
    @bradpittiful7288 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    the jeep wj is a beast!

  • @sharpshooter012345
    @sharpshooter012345 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    That blazer brings back good memories.