We Put $5,000 Brakes on our $500 Ranger

Donut
11 Mar 202423:19

Summary

TLDRIn this exhilarating video, the team embarks on a thrilling adventure to transform a $500 Ford Ranger into a desert racing machine for the Nora 500. They invest in significant upgrades, including a Willwood front and rear brake kit, new wheels, and tires, aiming to enhance the truck's performance and stopping power. The video documents the meticulous process of installation, testing, and the triumphs and challenges faced along the way, culminating in a series of tests that showcase the truck's improved capabilities. The team's determination and ingenuity shine through as they push the Ranger to its limits, proving that with the right upgrades, even a modest vehicle can become a formidable off-road competitor.

Takeaways

  • ๐Ÿš— The Ford Ranger was purchased for $500 with plans to race in the Nora 500.
  • ๐Ÿ’ฐ Major upgrades were required for the truck to survive the desert race, including a $5,000 investment in a Willwood front and rear brake kit and other accessories.
  • ๐Ÿ”ง Upgrades included new wheels, tires, front hubs, knuckles, and rear end components to handle the increased force and power.
  • ๐ŸŽ๏ธ The team replaced the stock drum brake system with a disc brake system for better heat dissipation, responsiveness, and reliability.
  • ๐Ÿ”ฉ The installation process involved preparing axles and hubs, installing calipers and rotors, and adding a brake proportioning valve for optimal braking balance.
  • ๐Ÿ› ๏ธ Modifications were necessary to fit the new components, such as cutting and welding parts to ensure compatibility with the upgrade kit.
  • ๐Ÿœ๏ธ Testing was conducted in California City to evaluate the performance of the upgraded suspension, brakes, and tires.
  • ๐Ÿ The truck's 0-60 mph time improved by almost 5 seconds with the new tires, despite the added weight.
  • ๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ Despite the improvements, there were still safety and durability concerns to address, such as the drive shaft support and the need for a longer drive shaft.
  • ๐ŸŽฝ Merchandise related to the Baja blaster build was released, including a new shirt, sticker, and hat.
  • ๐Ÿ The overall lap time improved significantly after the upgrades, showcasing the truck's enhanced capabilities.

Q & A

  • What was the initial purchase price of the Ford Ranger mentioned in the script?

    -The initial purchase price of the Ford Ranger was $500.

  • What race event are the characters planning to participate in with their Ford Ranger?

    -The characters are planning to participate in the Nora 500 race event in the deserts of Mexico.

  • What upgrades were made to the suspension in the previous video mentioned in the script?

    -The suspension was upgraded, though specific details of the upgrades are not provided in the script.

  • How much did the Willwood front and rear brake kit and other braking accessories cost?

    -The Willwood front and rear brake kit and other braking accessories cost a total of $5,000.

  • What type of tires were purchased for the Ford Ranger?

    -Raceline Rhinos tires were purchased, which are 37 inches tall and have a bead lock to physically grab onto the tire and keep it on the wheel.

  • What is the purpose of the proportioning valve installed in the engine bay?

    -The proportioning valve modulates how much brake fluid can get through to the rear axle, affecting the bias between front and rear braking, for better control and responsiveness.

  • What was the outcome of the 0 to 60 mph speed test after the upgrades?

    -After the upgrades, the 0 to 60 mph speed test resulted in a time of 30.78 seconds, which is almost 5 seconds faster than the previous test.

  • How did the upgraded brakes perform during the braking and cornering test?

    -The upgraded brakes performed excellently, allowing the truck to stop much shorter than before and with better control.

  • What issue occurred with the drive shaft during the testing?

    -The drive shaft support bearing was completely gone, causing the drive shaft to move excessively and require a replacement for the remainder of the testing.

  • What was the overall improvement in the truck's performance after the series of upgrades?

    -The overall improvement included better braking, increased tire grip, enhanced suspension capability, and a faster lap time in testing, making the truck significantly more capable off-road.

  • What future upgrades are hinted at in the script for the Baja Blaster project?

    -Future upgrades hinted at include adding more power, as well as safety equipment such as harnesses, seats, a hood, and fenders.

Outlines

00:00

๐Ÿšœ Upgrades and Preparations for the Baja Blaster

The script begins with the narrator discussing their plans to upgrade a Ford Ranger they bought for $500, with the goal of racing in the Nora 500 in Mexico. They detail the previous suspension upgrades and the need for better brakes, leading to the purchase of a Willwood front and rear brake kit and other accessories for $5,000. The plan includes upgrading wheels and tires, adding more power, and testing the new components in California City. The script outlines the process of installing the new brakes, preparing the axles and hubs, and the importance of reliable braking components for the upcoming desert racing.

05:00

๐Ÿ”ง Brake Installation and Tire Selection

This paragraph focuses on the installation of the new Willwood brake system, including the challenges of fitting the rear brakes and the decision to switch from drum to disc brakes for improved performance. The narrator discusses the benefits of the new brakes, such as better heat dispersion and responsiveness. They also introduce the new 37-inch Raceline Rhino tires, chosen for their strength and ability to handle low pressures, which are crucial for off-road racing. The paragraph concludes with the assembly of the wheels and the anticipation of the truck's enhanced capabilities with the new upgrades.

10:01

๐ŸŽ๏ธ Testing the Upgraded Ranger

The team sets up various tests to evaluate the performance of the upgraded Ranger, including straight-line speed, braking and cornering, loose wash traction, and whoop section tests. Despite a driveshaft issue, the truck performs well, with improved acceleration and handling due to the new tires and suspension. The tests demonstrate the truck's ability to handle larger bumps and the effectiveness of the new brakes in controlling the truck's speed and momentum.

15:02

๐ŸŒŸ Final Testing and lap Time Achievement

After addressing minor issues, the team conducts a comprehensive test lap to assess the overall performance of the Ranger. The truck excels in all tests, including navigating a muddy section without getting stuck, thanks to the new tires' grip. The final lap time is significantly improved, almost a full minute faster than before, showcasing the effectiveness of the upgrades. The narrator expresses satisfaction with the truck's performance and readiness to tackle more challenging off-road scenarios.

20:02

๐Ÿ’ฐ Reflecting on the Progress and Future Plans

The script concludes with the team reflecting on the progress made, acknowledging the $20,000 investment in the Ranger and the remaining tasks, such as adding safety equipment and addressing the power issue. Despite the challenges, the team is optimistic about the truck's potential, considering it the best they've owned. They plan to return to the shop to work on the next phase of upgrades, aiming to enhance the truck's power and overall off-road capabilities.

Mindmap

Keywords

๐Ÿ’กFord Ranger

The Ford Ranger is the central vehicle in the video, which the creators purchased for $500 with the intention of upgrading and racing in the Nora 500. It serves as the primary subject for the modifications and tests conducted throughout the video.

๐Ÿ’กNora 500

The Nora 500 is a desert racing event in Mexico that the video's creators plan to participate in with their upgraded Ford Ranger. It represents the goal and motivation behind the vehicle modifications.

๐Ÿ’กSuspension Upgrades

Suspension upgrades refer to the modifications made to improve the vehicle's ability to handle rough terrain, which is crucial for off-road racing. In the context of the video, these upgrades are one of the initial steps to prepare the Ford Ranger for the Nora 500.

๐Ÿ’กWillwood Brake Kit

The Willwood Brake Kit is a specific brand of braking components purchased for the Ford Ranger to enhance its stopping power and reliability during off-road racing. It includes front and rear brake assemblies and is part of the major upgrades to ensure the vehicle can handle the rigors of the Nora 500.

๐Ÿ’กWheels and Tires

Wheels and tires are critical components of the vehicle that were upgraded to handle the increased performance demands of off-road racing. The script mentions the installation of larger, more robust wheels and tires to improve traction and the vehicle's ability to navigate rough terrain.

๐Ÿ’กProportioning Valve

A proportioning valve is a component of the braking system that modulates the amount of brake fluid sent to the front and rear brakes, thereby adjusting the braking bias. In the context of the video, the Willwood proportioning valve is installed to ensure optimal braking performance and control during off-road racing.

๐Ÿ’กDrive Shaft

The drive shaft is a component that transfers power from the engine to the rear axle in a vehicle. In the video, the drive shaft is mentioned as needing replacement due to damage and the added stress from the vehicle's upgrades and off-road use.

๐Ÿ’กOff-Road Testing

Off-road testing refers to the series of tests conducted on the upgraded Ford Ranger to evaluate its performance on various terrains, such as straight-line speed, braking, cornering, loose traction, and whoop sections. These tests are essential to ensure the vehicle's readiness for off-road racing events like the Nora 500.

๐Ÿ’กBaja Blaster

Baja Blaster appears to be a nickname or a theme for the Ford Ranger after its upgrades, indicating its transformation into a vehicle capable of off-road racing in the Baja style. It represents the end goal of the modifications and testing.

๐Ÿ’กMerchandise

Merchandise in this context refers to the branded clothing, stickers, and accessories that the video creators are promoting alongside their vehicle build and off-road racing endeavors. These items are often used as promotional tools and to generate additional revenue.

๐Ÿ’กSponsorship

Sponsorship in the video refers to the promotional support provided by a company, in this case, ONX Off-Road, which offers an app for off-road enthusiasts. The sponsorship includes a free trial of the app and additional incentives like a free beanie for purchasing an elite membership.

Highlights

The Ford Ranger was purchased for $500 with plans to participate in the Nora 500 desert race.

Major upgrades are necessary for the Ranger to survive the desert race, including a new suspension system.

A Willwood front and rear brake kit was purchased for $5,000 to improve the truck's stopping power.

Wheels and tires are also being upgraded to handle the increased force and power of the modified vehicle.

The front hubs and knuckles, as well as the rear end, are being upgraded to accommodate the additional power and force.

The team plans to test the new suspension, brakes, and wheels in California City before heading to the desert.

The Camberg racing rear end is being installed for better performance and ease of assembly.

A 10-inch Evan Weller third member is used, which provides power to both axles simultaneously without slip.

Knuckles from a four-wheel-drive truck are used for their strength and durability, despite the need for modification.

The team is using a proportioning valve to modulate brake fluid distribution between the front and rear axles for optimal braking performance.

The new disc brake system replaces the stock drum brake system, significantly improving braking capabilities.

Raceline Rhinos tires, known for their strength and ability to run at low pressures, are chosen for their performance in off-road conditions.

The new tires and suspension upgrades allow the truck to handle larger bumps and provide a more enjoyable off-road experience.

The team conducts various tests, including straight-line speed, braking and cornering, loose wash traction, and whoop section tests.

The upgraded truck achieves a 0-60 mph time of 30.78 seconds, nearly 5 seconds faster than before.

The new brakes and tires significantly improve the truck's stopping distance and control.

The truck easily navigates a riverbed test, showcasing the effectiveness of the new tires and suspension.

Despite a few scares and a drive shaft issue, the truck performs exceptionally well in the whoop section, demonstrating its off-road capability.

The overall lap time improves by almost a full minute, highlighting the effectiveness of the upgrades.

The team acknowledges the need for additional modifications, such as safety equipment and more power, to fully realize the truck's potential.

Transcripts

00:00

all right you got it Max

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Speed we bought this Ford Ranger for

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$500 and soon we'll be racing through

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the deserts of Mexico in the Nora 500

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but before we do that we need to make

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some major upgrades in order to survive

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yeah in the last video we upgraded the

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suspension as you may be able to see and

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as much as we would love to take the

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truck to the desert right now and see

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how good that new suspension is and we

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probably need the truck to be able to

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stop yeah so to do that we bought this

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willwood front and rear brake kit along

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with some other braking accessories for

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a grand total of

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$5,000 we're also upgrading our wheels

00:39

and tires and plan to add some more

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power at some point so to handle all

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that extra Force we have to upgrade our

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front hubs and Knuckles as well as our

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rear

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end once we get our new brakes installed

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we'll take it back to California City to

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test them alongside our new wheels and

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tires and the suspension that we

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installed last

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week so what do you say let's in all

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this stuff so we can head to the desert

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let's do

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it okay quick plan of attack we'll need

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to prepare our nude axles and hubs then

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we'll put the calipers and rotors on the

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rear axle then go to the front we need

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to put a brake proportioning valve

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somewhere in the engine bay and Plum the

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lines from that valve to the calipers

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that we installed we're going to be

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putting a lot of force on these things

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so we're going to try to make sure they

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don't break so we've got some beefy

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components here axles hubs Knuckles the

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whole thing so we got Dean and Dean

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knows how to do this stuff so he's going

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to help us finish up in the time that we

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have left we got to get cracking we got

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this camberg racing rear end a lot of

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the time you have to buy your brakes

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axles differential and housing all

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separate but cambering actually sells

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these as complete packages which takes a

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lot of the work off our hands we're

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getting this axle all checked out make

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sure our axle lengths are correct I have

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these axles sitting around at my place

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so hopefully they're the same thing the

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odds of the axles fitting are about 98

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99% as long as can use a tape measure

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right we should be good so what we got

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here is a 10-in Evan Weller third member

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and this third member it runs what it's

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called a school both axles will spin at

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the same time there is no slip it's just

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all power to the ground all the

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time on the

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[Music]

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money we've got knuckles for the ranger

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because they're big they're strong

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they're beefy they're from a four-wheel

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drive truck so they're built for heavy

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duty stuff this is not a perfect bolt-in

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solution though this line right here we

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got to cut all this stuff off so it

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works with the kit that we have got a

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cutting wheel going to give that a shot

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and uh just Lop all that stuff

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[Applause]

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[Music]

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off that didn't

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[Applause]

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[Music]

02:54

work so uh while modifying these

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Knuckles here I did go a little

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overboard with the cutting wheel uh cut

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in just past you know um it happens when

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you're cutting 90ยฐ two ways you know I

03:06

don't know yeah dude not to you I guess

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CU job's the master I would never say

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that I want to fill this up it's not

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structural at all so I it's not like a

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safety concern it's just more of

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Cosmetics I want to fill this in with

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some wire some welds and then sand it

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off make it look nice before we go ahead

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and paint

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it hell

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yeah it looks

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like but I'm gonna you know wait you're

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already done yeah I fill it in it does

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not look good Joby but uh you know a

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grinder and paint makes me the welder I

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[Music]

04:41

ranger all right it's time to slap this

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stuff together and see if we've got the

04:45

clearance we need to have

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brakes oh

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yeah

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clears I believe this needs to go on the

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back of that red anodized piece

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hopefully we don't have to take it off

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to do that so here we

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go clears The

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Hub it doesn't go over oh oh oh is it

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like a little puzzle

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oh that was going to suck that didn't go

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that was going to really suck job all

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those years playing Uncharted really

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paid off that was some Adventure

05:31

puzzle this is a pretty big freaking

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rotor pretty massive willwood four

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piston uh caler as well I mean the

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clamping force on these wheels is going

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to be awesome and we need a lot of

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braking power since we're putting 37in

05:44

tires on this thing that's a lot of

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rotational Mass the wheels and tires

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together weigh 120 lb and you know when

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you're going let's say 100 m an hour

05:53

that has a lot of momentum going around

05:54

in the circle so you need to clamp down

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as hard as you can and I think these

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wheel Woods are going to help us get a

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done just a little bit little dab will

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do you just at flying some anti- Seas on

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the back of the brake pads here just to

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keep the system from binding up and

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squeaking making noise better braking

06:10

operation that is something you should

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really be doing uh on your daily driver

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for sure and will only make the Baja

06:17

Blaster that much better to

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drive so satisfying it's notched out so

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just stays right there willwood rules

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dud well noie what do we think how's it

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coming all right well the rear brakes

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are done they're not plummed up or

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anything yeah sure yeah but the cool

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stuff's done the cool stuff is done the

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biggest change that we are getting with

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this willwood system is that we're going

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from a drum Brak system that came on the

06:46

truck stock to a disc brake system a

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pretty beefy one at that job disc brakes

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are pretty much better than drums in

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every respect some recent Vehicles still

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come with drums on the rear that's a

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proven system they're cheap to

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manufacture

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but you can't beat a not to mention the

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Ste that comes along with it that's

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right buddy looks great dude thanks and

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it be clear our upgraded brakes will

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disperse heat better be more responsive

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and more reliable however they won't

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directly help us stop faster that's more

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of a feature of our new

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tires we got tires 37 in tall and we got

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some raceline rhinos it's forged so it's

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going to be super strong and it's a bead

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loock to physically grab onto the tire

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and keep it on the wheel without blowing

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the beads off so we can run super low

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pressures and get out of any tricky

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situations they're going to be huge

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they're going to be heavy they're going

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to look great we just have to put them

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together which means about a th000 bolts

07:41

need to go into these wheels so I've got

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many hands boys them things are dirty

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dude give me them clean

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wheels

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1080 that's my guy look at

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that oh my god dude the

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[Music]

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difference wow wow wow wow you versus

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the guy she tells you not to worry about

08:13

am I right all right I mean this truck

08:16

was pretty fun to wheel in a stock form

08:17

it was like pretty capable now just

08:19

seeing like the sheer size difference

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gives you a really good idea of like how

08:24

capable the truck's going to be when

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it's not only fully completed but even

08:28

just with the suspension system that we

08:30

have on there and these tires it's going

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to be able to take much bigger bumps and

08:34

also with these really big blocky tires

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here I think that River wash is going to

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be uh pretty fun now let's continue with

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the

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[Music]

08:48

build all right so we've got a

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proportioning valve here from willwood

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this is a pretty nifty bit of Kit and

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it's pretty simple the way it works is

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it's got two inlets one for the front

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axle one for the rear axle for your

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brake power coming out of the master

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cylinder this knob here modulates how

09:01

much brake fluid can get through to the

09:03

rear axle and by changing that amount

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you affect the bias overall if you dial

09:08

out braking in the rear well you've got

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more front bias if you dial up braking

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in the rear you got less front bias so

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it's pretty simple just got to make a

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couple lines get a couple fittings on

09:17

here and then we'll be dialed

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[Laughter]

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in okay I'm starting to wonder if this

09:27

is the right fitting just trying to

09:29

thread in this fitting for one of the

09:31

front output lines from the

09:32

proportioning valve and for the life of

09:34

me I can't get it started I thought that

09:37

I was pretty sure this is the right

09:38

fitting but starting to think might be

09:40

wrong theme of the video the theme of

09:43

the video and all the videos and our

09:45

lives thus far we've got cool brakes but

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I can't find the hardware with which to

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install them so I'm going to keep

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looking and uh yeah maybe have to go buy

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some more

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bolts so we have our our cables here uh

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we've got a few of them Adam is

10:04

currently at the king of hammers he's

10:05

the one who ordered all these and

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devised the braking system uh but he did

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not leave us a drawing or any sort of

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schematics or a heads up or you know

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like hey here's a here's what I was

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thinking I think we can figure it out I

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think we can do it it's only breaks on a

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race

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car it's fine

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so we're replacing our original hard

10:32

lines from the factory with these longer

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braided lines they're more durable uh

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and they're longer which we need because

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now we have a lot more suspension travel

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so our brakes are going to be further

10:43

away from the truck than they used to be

10:44

we need some extra line to make that

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work so that's what these are going to

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do they'll give us plenty of clearance

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plenty of travel and they're very tough

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so even if they do rub on something

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which we're going to try to avoid they

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won't immediately blow apart so it's

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also going to be more resistant to

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bulging which the stock stock rubber

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lines would have been especially as they

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get older and degrade when you put a

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bunch of pressure on the brake pedal you

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can bulge those lines and then your

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pressure is going into the line rather

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than into your brakes and slowing you

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down we won't have that problem with

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these no matter how hard we're pushing

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on the pedal all the pressure is going

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straight to the caliper to slow this

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thing

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[Music]

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down W he saves the day again with some

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fittings and lines cuz as usual we

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missing a bunch of

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stuff but now we're back in business

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right no more trips to the hardware

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store right

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guys all right the brakes are officially

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on the truck jooby we got bleed them and

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then head to the desert for some

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dessert hey it's me from the future now

11:54

before we hit the desert I wanted to

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show you a new shirt that we made

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specifically for the Baja blaster you

11:59

can see it's got the ranger on there

12:00

ripping through the desert and there's

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even a little frog trying not to get run

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over it's available in washed black and

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natural and we even made a long sleeve

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and what's more we're also releasing a

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it the

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[Music]

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beans and we're back at the cctt DD what

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does that stand for California City

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Trophy Truck donut drum perfect we have

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four different scenarios set up to test

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all of our upgrades we have a straight

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line speed test a braking and cornering

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test a loose wash traction test and

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finally a whoop section that means

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jumps to see how much the weight has

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affected the acceleration and power of

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our truck we're starting off with our 0

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to 60 test we've set up the same half

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mile course here last time we hadit 34.9

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seconds so we got a stopwatch here we're

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going to see what Justin can do now what

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do you think slow I think H yeah all

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right Justin as long as you feel like

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we're not about to explode uh you're

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good to go we're checking it out I felt

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the vibration and we're getting a little

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bit of smoke so let me just diagnose

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smoke oh sick okay well let us know I

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guess he's got a vibration and a little

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bit of smoke and he said he thinks it's

13:18

the drive shaft that drive shaft is

13:20

perilously close to the gas tank which

13:22

is one of the few things we really don't

13:23

want to rip open or have smoke yeah okay

13:27

it should just be something off the

13:29

exhaust we're good to

13:31

go okay on go 3 2 1

13:41

go he's already up the speed looks like

13:43

he's hauling look at that oh my God this

13:46

feels horrible but it feels faster

13:52

somehow 30 seconds 30.7 8 seconds so the

13:56

extra grip from the tires overcame the

13:58

added wait and got us across the line

14:00

almost 5 Seconds faster incredible it's

14:02

pretty cool something's making noise I

14:06

think that's the drive

14:07

shaft that was the scariest scariest 30

14:11

seconds of my life

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14:15

really the carrier is absolutely gone

14:18

our drive shaft support is completely

14:20

gone that carries the drive shaft just

14:22

kind of gives us some support in the

14:23

middle keeps it from doing a bunch of

14:25

this and it's not happy with the things

14:29

are at and uh uh it has left the chat

14:32

which isn't great you going to go grab

14:35

the part I'll go we'll go get it

14:38

yet here we

14:41

are got two of them not sure which one

14:43

we need one of them was a lot more

14:45

expensive than the other stupendous yes

14:48

one should work y for now this is

14:51

neither one of these is long for this

14:52

world I

14:53

think so this drive shaft is a stock

14:56

drive shaft and obviously our rear axle

14:58

differential all that is not stock and

15:01

we've got a lot more travel so we need a

15:03

longer drive shaft but we really only

15:06

need the stock drive shaft to get us

15:08

through today we just want to get

15:09

through this testing so while I do think

15:11

that even a new support bearing is not

15:14

going to solve our problems it will

15:16

hopefully get us through today that's

15:17

all I want trials and tribulations on

15:20

the

15:22

trails sounds good it looks smooth way

15:25

to go

15:27

Zach after that very fun Fiasco we're

15:30

back on the road the drive shaft is held

15:32

in place currently currently I don't

15:34

know what that beeping

15:37

is up next we've got our braking and

15:40

cornering test our new grippier tires

15:42

should let us stop faster and our new

15:44

brakes and proportioning valve should

15:46

let us do it with more control if you

15:48

remember last time we had a really hard

15:51

time stopping the truck no grip no grip

15:54

no grip so let's see how well this thing

15:57

performs

16:00

okay here we go ready yeah I'm

16:10

ready hey it took that BMP real nice all

16:13

right let's see how it stops see

16:15

breaking now oh wow it slows so good oh

16:19

yeah dude it stopped way shorter than it

16:22

did on stock tires that was excellent

16:25

Joe yeah that felt

16:27

amazing oh man this is so much better oh

16:30

yeah got all the brakes in the

16:33

world no problem at all slowing down

16:36

yeah I mean it just bites and Dives and

16:39

as it Dives so much you get even more

16:41

weight on the front more grip that was

16:43

we could have gone through how' it feel

16:45

oh it's so much better it actually slows

16:47

down now brakes work slowed us down

16:49

mission accomplished but now we got to

16:51

put these tires to the test I think it's

16:53

going to be a little hairy job why what

16:56

do you mean let's go to the river bed

16:58

it's time for our third test attraction

17:00

test the objective is to make it down

17:02

the creek bed around the cone and back

17:04

without sinking into the wash last time

17:06

we made it pretty far but as soon as we

17:08

had to slow down for the turn we started

17:10

sinking and we had to pull it out with

17:11

another truck so hopefully that doesn't

17:14

happen all right little traction test

17:16

rivered here we go here we go ready I'm

17:21

ready all right just stay on these routs

17:23

just stay on these routs yeah just keep

17:25

it down skiing baby yeah just jumping

17:29

around a bit so are my

17:31

boobs all right here they come I hear

17:33

that V6 screaming give her a

17:37

shot breaks are working hard he's

17:39

turning oh my goodness

17:41

no yes yes yes yes yes W

17:47

on it can't be stopped yeah all right so

17:52

our tires clearly have enough grip for

17:54

this loose material here I mean look

17:56

dude look at this chewed it up stock

17:59

Ranger we got stuck right about here

18:02

tires sunk in the rear end got stuck

18:04

right here but with that extra ground

18:05

clearance that wider contact patch and

18:07

those really gnarly lugs on the tire

18:10

shoot through this like nothing it was

18:12

easy brakes success Tire success now

18:16

test I've been waiting for all day the

18:18

suspension let's go to the

18:20

whoops okay Bel on bash hat on let me

18:25

tighten the sucker up dude don't kill me

18:27

to go just don't kill me me we good to

18:29

go ready

18:37

yeah oh God oh

18:43

God

18:45

God yeah noan yeah noan we're off track

18:49

but it was worth it

18:52

yeah what a

18:57

machine oh that was great everybody's

19:01

okay everybody's still checking

19:03

themselves

19:06

everybody's miss the track there buddy

19:10

yeah sometimes when you're getting too

19:11

much

19:14

air

19:24

okay dude that looked awesome how' it

19:26

feel Justin way better way better I

19:29

can't imagine doing that in the stock

19:30

Stu it was pretty jarring as is

19:36

Jesus dude it's actually very smooth I'm

19:38

able to form thoughts oh

19:42

God maybe

19:46

not that was so much fun oh my

19:49

God that's cool as hell we're just

19:52

getting started that's a tiny jump

19:53

compared to what this thing's going to

19:55

be able to do offroading is the best

19:57

like why do anything else you know just

19:59

go out in nature and have fun and drive

20:01

fast like ah I mean yeah granted we're

20:04

$20,000 in the ho um and uh we don't

20:08

even have safety equipment yet

20:10

uh

20:12

harnesses

20:13

seats a hood fenders ah there's still a

20:18

lot to do okay obviously the braks are

20:21

way better obviously the tires are way

20:23

better and obviously the suspension is

20:26

way better but now I think it's time to

20:28

take all of our little tests put them

20:30

all together and get one big lap time

20:32

let's do it dude what' you do last time

20:34

522 522 you think we're getting into the

20:38

fours yeah oh yeah oh yeah I'll the only

20:42

negative for us is how much bigger the

20:43

puddles got yeah but I think we're going

20:45

to float right across it are you ready

20:48

Nolan 3 two 1

20:55

go and we're off all right all right on

20:58

the straight section it feels a little

21:00

slow I'll give you that yeah it's going

21:02

to need more power I'll give you that y

21:05

it's going to be scarier oh yeah okay

21:08

first turn coming

21:09

in oh it's got all the brakes in the

21:11

world it it doesn't make sense to be

21:13

able to break that

21:18

well got to keep on it you got it foot

21:22

down we're good we're good we're good

21:24

we're good foot down baby to the floor

21:27

okay here we go that's a

21:32

TR yeah baby yeah

21:36

baby

21:38

sick

21:40

yeah wow now what do you have to do now

21:43

we got to do the puddle Joy oh the

21:46

puddle all right you got it max

21:57

speed

21:58

we're not

22:02

good oo that was a huge Splash oh

22:13

no we're

22:15

moving yeah that's cuz these tires float

22:20

baby my so

22:23

wet okay here we go hey check this out

22:26

JY

22:29

and we are across the

22:32

line wow that was

22:36

hilarious how was that mud hole oh

22:39

pretty deep sounds like you went quiet

22:41

for a second yeah I wasn't sure we were

22:43

going to get through but we did all

22:45

right what do you think your time was

22:46

man I I hope like in the 440s I'm going

22:49

to say 4:36 ooh you're both wrong you're

22:54

actually faster

22:56

432 almost a full

22:58

minute yeah it's almost like all you got

23:00

to do is completely reinvent the

23:02

suspension spend a bunch of money on

23:03

brakes and tires and then you'll get

23:05

better at stuff absolutely the ranger is

23:07

the best car we ever own all right let's

23:09

not go jinxing

23:10

it all right it's time to go address the

23:13

power issue back to the shop boys all

23:17

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23:18

right

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