I just did this yesterday! One thing I had that you didn't was a folded up tarp, good to lay down if you break in mud. I will add electrical gear, good idea. And I want to add jb weld putty.
I like keeping the recovery ropes or anything that will get muddy in a tool bag or old gym bag. It helps keep the truck clean. The best thing about the toolbox is you can see when something is missing.
Trail tool organization has always been something people overlook! Two other things I like in my kit is a good magnet based flashlight and a sacrificial strap I'll use with mud recovery.
Great video...Tekton really does make great tools, I've swapped almost my full arsenal over to their stuff, and the fact that the cases are high quality and there's no misses in sets (unlike MOST other companies) is a huge bonus
one part that i think is a must to always bring with you, is tyre stem valves. They can easily get pinched between a rock and your tyre and break. and thats it, no air in your tyre. They're small and take up no space. Must have!
Yessir, I got one of them action Packers to hold all of my making holes, stopping holes and patching holes kit for my vehicle. Its good quality and works well
Tech-t-on not Tech-t-en. Their based in Grand Rapids Michigan, close to where I live. Another great video Nate! Gave me some good ideas and things to look into while I continue to build out my JKU.
Based in Grand Rapids is good. Are they made there or are the ChiCom production? Off to check them out. Edit: website says mostly Taiwan and U.S manufacturer. 2% ChiCom. That’s decent. Off to spend some $.
Those rubber made containers are legit, I've had them in my truck bed for years of pool service and they last like no other. They also haven't changed the designs hardly at all over the years so built in stuff still works with new replacements.
dont get me wrong, i like tekton tools... But, i bought a tekton 24 wrench set in 2016 for $26, now they want like $200-$250 !!! Almost 1000% price increase when they started advertising through youtube :( they are nice tools and i was planning to buy more until i started looking at the current pricing
Used a similar method to store tools in a plastic container. With all the bouncing, it tore the fender washers through the bottom of the container. I switched to aluminum flat stock over the bolts. Problem solved (for me).
good call, i was gonna go that regular route, maybe ill just use bigger sheet plates as washers to prevent the pull through. thanks for sharing your experience
Nothing worse than "yard saleing" all your gear when your looking for that one tool you know you packed. I enjoyed your set up back when you were using the ammo cans, this new set up is definitely more organized. Gives me motivation to organize my mess of a tool bag. Great video!
We use the space between the "front" and the "back" to fit a slim cooler to keep our drinks and food. We also have a growler filled with ice and water, usually in the footwell. The area between the "back" and the tailgate is for folding chairs and whatnot.
I like your style. Don't usually watch many USA youtuber 4WD shows. You are down to earth with good ideas. Plus you aren't hyper excited about everything. I'm in Australia and have just bought new D-Max SX. Had 4WD before but not for a while. Won't be doing extreme stuff as being a bit old recovery of the vehicle, and my self for that matter, isn't in my to do list.
I agree those rubber made box’s are very handy I have one that rode in the bed of my ranger for years, they also double as an cooler if you line them with foam
Really appreciate the vids Nate, been wheelin for years but I can still learn something with your vids. The attention to detail and how you post all the helpful links in the description is awesome. Very excellent channel that deserves to be so much bigger.
I love the tote idea. been doing it for a few years now. Only difference is I mounted 2 pieces of flat stock to the bottom that stick out a few inches both front and back so I can unbolt the box and remove it without having to empty it. Just a slight variation but works well for me. Great content as always brother..
Great video! I use towels to back in between “stuff” in my storage boxes to keep things from moving around. I do this in my work truck boxes and it really keeps things together. When it comes to screw drivers I carry one Stanley ratcheting with multiple heads. Saves lots of room!
Ditto I have as many boxes, milk crates, tool boxes and buckets in my truck, it makes life so easy to not dig through large containers of loose stuff where it multiplies the job setup and pack up times
On the Rubbermaid tote, run a bead of RTV silicone in the channel of the lid and smooth it out with your finger to create a gasket then let it dry before closing it. This will help to minimize the amount of dust and some moisture out. I did that on a tote about 20 years ago and it still works great.
Good idea, I do the same thing except I cut wax paper strips and put them between the RTV and the box then put the lid on the box and snap it down. Pull the lid off the box the next day, remove the wax paper and you have a custom fit gasket.
i know i've commented on this video before, but i recently purchased a pair of the step 22 bags. and one of them i have completely loaded with full sets of metric and standard sockets and wrenches, and let me tell you, that giant bag became significantly less giant when you end up with as many tools loaded into it as i have. i'm still experimenting with layouts and what goes where and what i'm going to be eliminating and adjusting but those bags are absolutely game changing for offroad tool storage. i'm still working on getting everything just right but with the sheer level of things i've rounded up that i need its hard to whittle it down very much at all. but those bags have made it absolutely 1000 times easier to access and organize things i need ready access to.
I use the same rubbermaid container with my Polaris Ranger. It contains water pretty good when the top dips into the water when doing crossings. lol. Otherwise no complaints!
I made a “Jump Bag” that I keep between the front seats. If has a handful of tools you use 95% of the time. Phillips, flat head, 5-6 ratchet wrenches, knipex pliers, couple zip ties...
I use the d ring keepers to organize my extention cords, air lines, and welding leads. The air lines and extention cords are hung on the wall but all of the leads are all hung on my fabrication cart.
I would add the following (for people who 4x4 in Northern Michigan): DeWalt 60/20 volt battery electric chainsaw (I have used this numerous times to cut through blow downs on my way in before daylight, and on my way out after dark from the woods where I go hunting). Also, a portable/collapsible "Wyoming Saw" (for tree branches and a bone saw -- great for quartering a deer). Also a machete-like devise called a "Woodsman" (which is a good substitute for a heavy ax) -- I have used this on numerous occasions to clear brush from a trail I am trying to get through, where a chain saw is just to big for the job.
Milwaukee tool Packouts lock together. After market companies make feet for other brands of containers. Perhaps you could mount your action packer and be able to remove it if need. I.e. to move it to another vehicle of if you need room in the jeep for shopping etc.
I run a dirt work company and we have the tekton socket sets (all 3) and the same wrench rolls in all the trucks - awesome stuff and we abuse the holy hell out of them. highly recommended
Something I like to do to stuff like this is glue velcro to the backside and possibly top so you can velcro a first aid kit to the outside, I have my drone back on velcro so it doesn't slide around, im a big fan of velcro and magnets awesome video like always bud 🤙
One thing I didn't see in your bag with belts and hoses and zipties and tape, etc... was some hose clamps. I assume they're in there, but if not, a few sizes of hose clamps will always come in handy.
a game saver that i always bring with me and has got us off the trail in Moab twice now is a length of chain and some bolts long enough to bass through and cinch down with. ill bring several lengths of bolts and at least two two foot sections of chain... we have used these to hold a broken front axle up enough to get off the trail and for ripped off or weakened control arm mounts. wrap that chain around something and a hi-lift handle and crank down a few bolts to lock things in place. even though i have a premier power welder on board i still carry them. its just one of those things that proved worthy of a place in the oh-shit-kit years ago before the welder.
Great points, brother. Always make great content. But I want to touch upon one thing. After 20+ years off roading, I’ve learned to NEVER use hard shackles from HomeDepot or Lowe’s, they are meant for static applications. So hoist an engine, heavy duty tie downs or anchoring heavy objects but as an off road use, they have and will bend even break, even saying they’re 10-20k rated, they really aren’t.
Steel Stick from JB Weld. I don't go anywhere without it. I've actually used it on other people's punctured crank case, punctured fuel tank, and random people flagging me down for things like a punctured radiator. Stuff is worth its weight in gold 🤙
I need to get some of those keeper straps and small pouches. I've been using a combination of tool bags from CLC (1537 &1539) wrench rolls from ergodyne, and an atlas46 roll pouch for sockets mounted on rails. I usually end up overpacking tools because 90s jeeps like to use a random SAE size here and there, and the less time somebody else in the group spends fixing their junk means more trails that I get to ride.
I used to ratchet strap my utility case down but now I'm going to bolt it down, thank for the tip. I use the "Bucket Boss" rollup tool pouches, very durable. Great video
Tekton is a nice budget tool. Their warranty is great and easy to redeem. If you're not looking to spend a fortune on tools and want good quality, I recommend them.
Great guide to tools & recovery kit. It's always good to see how the other person do it, get some ideas for your own kit. Always appreciate you taking the effort to make these videos.
If you cut a piece of cardboard to fit the inside shape of the socket set, it will keep them in place, and quiet, too. Can even double it up if one isn't thick enough 👍
You should always carry 2 metal shackles for the common occurrence where someone is stuck and their vehicle doesn't have rated recovery points on the front. You can use the two hard shackles and the tree saver strap as a "bridle" that will connect between the two tie points that all vehicles have on the front. Then you can snatch them out a lot more safely, since the load is split between those points using the bridle, and if one fails the second will prevent the whole snatch line slinging back. Strongly strongly recommend you include that second metal shackle in your kit mate! Great video and thanks for sharing
Also, for the same reason - you should include a hitch recovery point in your kit, both for your car or someone else's. Waaaaaaayyyy too many people who aren't familiar with performing recoveries use the tow ball to attach the snatch strap to. This is incredibly dangerous and literally kills multiple people each year
I love the action packers. Just be careful with that much weight. I have seen the fender washer still pull though. I ran a piece of 1” by .120 strap between the bolt holes on my Jeep for the trunk. Just a little added insurance for roll overs.
old power tool cases the non blow molded ones. would take usually dewalt cases from the trash on jobsites. cut the ribs add some foam. have a free lead throwing tool case. some are even stackable. like the versa/t-stack box kind
Interesting your favourite piece of recovery gear is your kinetic rope and winch. For me I would have to say it is my max tracks , it get me out of the majority of the sticky situations doesn’t require a secondary vehicle or a anchor point yeah I would have to say my traction boards are my number one piece of recovery gear.
Excellent video sir. Have used that exact Rubbermaid box in the back of my pickup for more than a decade. I modified mine by replacing the hinge with a threaded rod which protrudes out both ends - and allows me to then attach hold downs to the hinge side of the box. I have a Warn 8000lb winch in mine actually - QD setup front and back of rig - along with the other gear. Have found a 24" bow saw is really handy when wind storms happen and one needs to cut the downed trees off the trail to get home. Thanks for the Flex Tape tip - will look for some next time I'm in our local Canadian Tire! Happy Easter and stay well.
I have a bunch of the action packers but haven't incorporated any of them into the jeep yet but they are nice! Also digging the tool rolls vs my giant toolbag that I can never find anything. So you might have just inspired me to redo my junk now. Thanks lol
Like how the video turned out. Glad you made it for us. I like the storage solutions. Interested to see how that Rubbermaid holds up. Had one crack in the winter... I like your tool setups, especially that bag holding the screwdrivers etc.
Would love to hear more about why you decided to stop carrying a spare. I continue to carry one because of things that you have said in the past, and I can’t afford a power tank right now. Curious to hear your thoughts and to see if I should start saving for a tank.
With this rig it was pretty simple. It always get trailered so I keep it in the truck. I reduced weight, opened up space and always have it near by. The rigs I don't trailer will have their own spare mounted to the vehicle 👍
@@DirtLifestyle That makes a lot of sense. My Jeep is my daily, and it’s how I get to and from the trail. I hadn’t considered that you have a trailer to get to the trail with. That makes a lot of sense!
Great video Nate. I really appreciate that instead of making a custom fancy box. Which of course you can. You chose a cheap plastic rubber made box. Because it works. And going in to detail about leaving space left over for dirty equipment. Easily overlooked. Cheers
I’m sure someone has commented by now but I’ve always heard Tekton pronounced Tek-ton (ton). Nice recovery kit review. The only thing I’d add-paint metal stuff like the clevis’ and hooks with fluorescent orange paint-seems like that’s the kind of thing I always lay down in the dirt or grass or even leave hanging on someone else’s vehicle and forget or lose, if it’s bright orange I’m more likely to see it. Thanks.
Nate, get rid of that worthless heavy extinguisher and get an E50 or E100 element fire extinguisher that is good for 50 to 100 seconds and weighs nothing and leaves no residue. Great video as always.
I love that you are using a simple plastic tote. I think people over complicate things at times when something as simple and cheap as that tote will do the trick. 🤘
Really wish there was a "tool kit" that only had the sockets and what not that you will need for your model of Jeep. One for a YJ, TJ, JK,.... no extra bits and what not. That would help keep the, "why do I have this?", down to a min. pffft!!!! Crack lighter..... Hahahaha
Awesome video! I’m used to having a full toolbox on my truck so great to see some ideas on how to consolidate for the jeep! Keep up the awesome content!
Excellent video, Nate! I love how you cover all aspects of off-roading. Gear is Very important, and keeping it from zinging around in a flop or rollover is even more important. Sometimes, a simple solution is best. I also use a tote to keep all my recovery gear/tools/parts clean, dry and in place. It's great that you bolted it down, with space fore and aft, and the well-thought out reasoning behind it. It's great seeing you build sliders and bumpers and such, as well as watching the rock-crawling videos, but this sort of video is needed as well. Thanks for another great video, keep 'em coming!!
Nice! Love the builds. This however, was straight practical. Thanks for the tree saver comments. Two clevises for bumpers is good. Love my soft shackles also. Soft shackles and winch line have a minimum bend radius and the sharp edge of a bumper mount is usually not that radius. Clevises are close to that radius for some lines. Love the tool rolls.
150 bucks man, they're proud of that tool roll. Idk if you still see comments on old videos, but mylar bags are way stronger and you can vac seal them.
Nice reminder that I’m in no way prepared to take my jeep off road! Here I am thinking I got my winch and tow strap I’m ready to get out. Now to fit an entire repair shop in the back of the TJ ugh.
Those Action Packers are nice but they lack convenient tie-down points and when I strapped mine down tight when wheeling it crushed the side wall in one corner and deformed it. The lid is nice and strong but the walls are kinda weak, through bolting it like that is a great idea
I definitely need to come up with a more organized and lighter solution for all of my gear as well. I bring an entire pro eagle Jack in the back of my rig and I need to change that. I need a lighter bottle Jack solution for sure because that’s way too much weight.
Spray the shop towels in the blow molded case with silicone spray. Helps with corrosion issues and you can wipe the tools down. Also, the blow molded case helps you make sure you've policed up all your sockets when using them.
It really makes me happy to see another person use tekton,ive had the same 3/8'ths tool kit for about 2 years and man ive been happy ever since,i had some Snap-On tools......cough cough* Crap-On tools i've always went through some ratchets using the good ole cheater bar but with tektons i have not broken a single one and im super happy with their ratchets on some of their other tools like their impact sockets pliers and the good ole torque wrench and ect.but yeah cant wait to see nate use the heck out of em :D
The latches on action packers are very stout. Add some “lock” on the tab to keep them from popping open and it wouldn’t have any problem holding the gear in a rollover.
THIS VIDEO just did it for me and Subscribed. Your logic for the location of the storage container is perfectly logical and one other reason is that it seem to be right above the rear axle balancing that higher weight right were it belongs...in my experience. You have such similar ideas of quality outweighs cheep-crap that breaks. One thing that irritates me most is a broken tool while out on the trail...why even bring it if it won't stand the use? just because it's light doesn't cut if for me....seems I'm the go to mechanic on ALL outings so I don't like letting someone down due to cheep-crap tools. ANYWAY, sorry for the long comment but you have what I call "GOT IT TOGETHER" the correct way. Thanks for your videos and I'll be watching...mostly just quietly.
Calls butane torch, "crack lighter", says he's from Tacoma. That checks out😆😆😆 Great stuff Nate!!
Lol #tacomalife
Facts
That went right over my head... Wondered what he was talking about.
Hey in all fairness that's more Spanaway now.
So fucking funny, although, if it's from tacoma, it's probably more of a meth lighter
I like to have a bit of thick wire and/or some regular bailing wire incase something needs to be tied up or bound together.
LoL "Can't wait to try these tools on the trail..." Never seen someone excited to break down on a trail.
Just messin' with ya Nate!
Lol
Thought the same thing! Along with, “Guess I don’t want to wheel with this guy” 😆
He's probably used to it. I mean, it is a Jeep. lol
I just did this yesterday! One thing I had that you didn't was a folded up tarp, good to lay down if you break in mud. I will add electrical gear, good idea. And I want to add jb weld putty.
Tarp is a good suggestion for sure 👍
I bought one of the heavy green army tarps instead of those cheap plastic ones and I keep it in the toolbox
I like keeping the recovery ropes or anything that will get muddy in a tool bag or old gym bag. It helps keep the truck clean.
The best thing about the toolbox is you can see when something is missing.
Sometimes the simplest solutions can be the greatest! Easy removal and easy cleanup without anything permanent in the way! I like it!
Trail tool organization has always been something people overlook!
Two other things I like in my kit is a good magnet based flashlight and a sacrificial strap I'll use with mud recovery.
Soo weird I had another Nate sighting on video upload day!
I saw the giant Dirt Lifestyle windshield banner on the Jeep headed south on a trailer!
I love geekin’ out over gear and tires and tools. Go Zags!
Great video...Tekton really does make great tools, I've swapped almost my full arsenal over to their stuff, and the fact that the cases are high quality and there's no misses in sets (unlike MOST other companies) is a huge bonus
Love their tools. Just worked on my Ford OBS and TJ with them today.
Nate: I've got flex seal
My kid from 3 rooms away: "I SAWED THIS BOAT IN HALFFFFF"
Lol
"THAT'S A LOT OF DAMAGE"
one part that i think is a must to always bring with you, is tyre stem valves. They can easily get pinched between a rock and your tyre and break. and thats it, no air in your tyre. They're small and take up no space. Must have!
Yessir, I got one of them action Packers to hold all of my making holes, stopping holes and patching holes kit for my vehicle. Its good quality and works well
Tech-t-on not Tech-t-en. Their based in Grand Rapids Michigan, close to where I live. Another great video Nate! Gave me some good ideas and things to look into while I continue to build out my JKU.
Based in Grand Rapids is good. Are they made there or are the ChiCom production? Off to check them out. Edit: website says mostly Taiwan and U.S manufacturer. 2% ChiCom. That’s decent. Off to spend some $.
Those rubber made containers are legit, I've had them in my truck bed for years of pool service and they last like no other. They also haven't changed the designs hardly at all over the years so built in stuff still works with new replacements.
I’ve been looking at the tekton tools and yankum ropes lately. Probably the next gear I will get for my ride!
dont get me wrong, i like tekton tools... But, i bought a tekton 24 wrench set in 2016 for $26, now they want like $200-$250 !!!
Almost 1000% price increase when they started advertising through youtube :(
they are nice tools and i was planning to buy more until i started looking at the current pricing
The only thing that concerns me is how are you gonna use dimple dies on that plastic box?😂😂👍
Lol amazing
And those Tekton screwdrivers are made in the USA. As are a bunch of their other tools
Sometimes simple and fast is the best way to go. I think I'm going to copy this idea for my TJ.
Used a similar method to store tools in a plastic container. With all the bouncing, it tore the fender washers through the bottom of the container. I switched to aluminum flat stock over the bolts. Problem solved (for me).
good call, i was gonna go that regular route, maybe ill just use bigger sheet plates as washers to prevent the pull through. thanks for sharing your experience
Nothing worse than "yard saleing" all your gear when your looking for that one tool you know you packed. I enjoyed your set up back when you were using the ammo cans, this new set up is definitely more organized. Gives me motivation to organize my mess of a tool bag. Great video!
We use the space between the "front" and the "back" to fit a slim cooler to keep our drinks and food. We also have a growler filled with ice and water, usually in the footwell. The area between the "back" and the tailgate is for folding chairs and whatnot.
I have started using ammo boxes they come in different sizes and are sealed from the elements
I like your style. Don't usually watch many USA youtuber 4WD shows. You are down to earth with good ideas. Plus you aren't hyper excited about everything. I'm in Australia and have just bought new D-Max SX. Had 4WD before but not for a while. Won't be doing extreme stuff as being a bit old recovery of the vehicle, and my self for that matter, isn't in my to do list.
I agree those rubber made box’s are very handy I have one that rode in the bed of my ranger for years, they also double as an cooler if you line them with foam
Nate, check out Atlas 46 they have some cool tool rolls and all USA made.
Really appreciate the vids Nate, been wheelin for years but I can still learn something with your vids. The attention to detail and how you post all the helpful links in the description is awesome. Very excellent channel that deserves to be so much bigger.
Like what to call a pocket sized butane torch...
I love the tote idea. been doing it for a few years now. Only difference is I mounted 2 pieces of flat stock to the bottom that stick out a few inches both front and back so I can unbolt the box and remove it without having to empty it. Just a slight variation but works well for me. Great content as always brother..
Great video! I use towels to back in between “stuff” in my storage boxes to keep things from moving around. I do this in my work truck boxes and it really keeps things together. When it comes to screw drivers I carry one Stanley ratcheting with multiple heads. Saves lots of room!
Damn right, I’m a general contractor, if I’m not organized it just makes it stressful and it takes a lot longer
Ditto I have as many boxes, milk crates, tool boxes and buckets in my truck, it makes life so easy to not dig through large containers of loose stuff where it multiplies the job setup and pack up times
I finally stared doing the same thing with a plastic tub, but yours is way better. Thank you for this video!
Comparing Carhart Denim to Yoga Pants!! Hilarious!! That's a visual that makes the point. Too funny.
On the Rubbermaid tote, run a bead of RTV silicone in the channel of the lid and smooth it out with your finger to create a gasket then let it dry before closing it. This will help to minimize the amount of dust and some moisture out. I did that on a tote about 20 years ago and it still works great.
Good idea, I do the same thing except I cut wax paper strips and put them between the RTV and the box then put the lid on the box and snap it down. Pull the lid off the box the next day, remove the wax paper and you have a custom fit gasket.
JKU owner here, and I love my Smittybilt tool cab for the back of my Jeep. Holds all my trail gear, and locks for when I’m in the not so safe areas.
i know i've commented on this video before, but i recently purchased a pair of the step 22 bags. and one of them i have completely loaded with full sets of metric and standard sockets and wrenches, and let me tell you, that giant bag became significantly less giant when you end up with as many tools loaded into it as i have. i'm still experimenting with layouts and what goes where and what i'm going to be eliminating and adjusting but those bags are absolutely game changing for offroad tool storage. i'm still working on getting everything just right but with the sheer level of things i've rounded up that i need its hard to whittle it down very much at all. but those bags have made it absolutely 1000 times easier to access and organize things i need ready access to.
I use the same rubbermaid container with my Polaris Ranger. It contains water pretty good when the top dips into the water when doing crossings. lol. Otherwise no complaints!
I made a “Jump Bag” that I keep between the front seats. If has a handful of tools you use 95% of the time. Phillips, flat head, 5-6 ratchet wrenches, knipex pliers, couple zip ties...
As many "prepper" videos as I watch, you're right there with the best of them regarding your level of preparedness. Rock on brother!
I use the d ring keepers to organize my extention cords, air lines, and welding leads. The air lines and extention cords are hung on the wall but all of the leads are all hung on my fabrication cart.
I would add the following (for people who 4x4 in Northern Michigan): DeWalt 60/20 volt battery electric chainsaw (I have used this numerous times to cut through blow downs on my way in before daylight, and on my way out after dark from the woods where I go hunting). Also, a portable/collapsible "Wyoming Saw" (for tree branches and a bone saw -- great for quartering a deer). Also a machete-like devise called a "Woodsman" (which is a good substitute for a heavy ax) -- I have used this on numerous occasions to clear brush from a trail I am trying to get through, where a chain saw is just to big for the job.
Hi Nate! Find a right size plastic window box planters for your muddy items, helps with clean up and water control.
Milwaukee tool Packouts lock together. After market companies make feet for other brands of containers. Perhaps you could mount your action packer and be able to remove it if need. I.e. to move it to another vehicle of if you need room in the jeep for shopping etc.
I had like 12 of these on my work van. Great tool boxes 👍
I run a dirt work company and we have the tekton socket sets (all 3) and the same wrench rolls in all the trucks - awesome stuff and we abuse the holy hell out of them. highly recommended
Something I like to do to stuff like this is glue velcro to the backside and possibly top so you can velcro a first aid kit to the outside, I have my drone back on velcro so it doesn't slide around, im a big fan of velcro and magnets awesome video like always bud 🤙
One thing I didn't see in your bag with belts and hoses and zipties and tape, etc... was some hose clamps. I assume they're in there, but if not, a few sizes of hose clamps will always come in handy.
a game saver that i always bring with me and has got us off the trail in Moab twice now is a length of chain and some bolts long enough to bass through and cinch down with. ill bring several lengths of bolts and at least two two foot sections of chain... we have used these to hold a broken front axle up enough to get off the trail and for ripped off or weakened control arm mounts. wrap that chain around something and a hi-lift handle and crank down a few bolts to lock things in place.
even though i have a premier power welder on board i still carry them. its just one of those things that proved worthy of a place in the oh-shit-kit years ago before the welder.
Great points, brother. Always make great content. But I want to touch upon one thing. After 20+ years off roading, I’ve learned to NEVER use hard shackles from HomeDepot or Lowe’s, they are meant for static applications. So hoist an engine, heavy duty tie downs or anchoring heavy objects but as an off road use, they have and will bend even break, even saying they’re 10-20k rated, they really aren’t.
110 percent agree On your need for quality, You tend to buy only 1 time
I'm my Cherokee daily driver I use the plastic tote as it's simple easy and somewhat organized.
Gear nerd here too! Good vid brother!
That was me at the gas station in Moab with the green ZR2 having a fanboy moment 😂 I hope you had as much fun as I did this year!
Put a shop towel in each of your bags to quiet their rattling. Plus then you have a bright colored mat to out things on as you take them on and off
Keep it simple! Always a good plan.
Love the kit, very well thought out. Hope you don’t need it, but excited you have it. Thanks for the upload.
I use a tote also. On tote and cooler I mounted SeaSense Hatch Lift Springs to open lids. Marine grade reduces chance of rust so far.
Steel Stick from JB Weld. I don't go anywhere without it. I've actually used it on other people's punctured crank case, punctured fuel tank, and random people flagging me down for things like a punctured radiator. Stuff is worth its weight in gold 🤙
I need to get some of those keeper straps and small pouches. I've been using a combination of tool bags from CLC (1537 &1539) wrench rolls from ergodyne, and an atlas46 roll pouch for sockets mounted on rails. I usually end up overpacking tools because 90s jeeps like to use a random SAE size here and there, and the less time somebody else in the group spends fixing their junk means more trails that I get to ride.
You are a very well prepared man
Those Rubbermaid ActionPacker boxes are the shit.
When are you going to get back to the most powerful tdi build? Jeep truck build?
I used to ratchet strap my utility case down but now I'm going to bolt it down, thank for the tip. I use the "Bucket Boss" rollup tool pouches, very durable. Great video
Tekton is a nice budget tool. Their warranty is great and easy to redeem. If you're not looking to spend a fortune on tools and want good quality, I recommend them.
I made a cardboard cut out across my made in the USA Craftsman set to help Jeep Deming Place Antrim rattling.
If you have dual battery carry a welder cables and rods and able to stick weld on the trail using the batterys
Great guide to tools & recovery kit. It's always good to see how the other person do it, get some ideas for your own kit. Always appreciate you taking the effort to make these videos.
If you cut a piece of cardboard to fit the inside shape of the socket set, it will keep them in place, and quiet, too. Can even double it up if one isn't thick enough 👍
You should always carry 2 metal shackles for the common occurrence where someone is stuck and their vehicle doesn't have rated recovery points on the front. You can use the two hard shackles and the tree saver strap as a "bridle" that will connect between the two tie points that all vehicles have on the front. Then you can snatch them out a lot more safely, since the load is split between those points using the bridle, and if one fails the second will prevent the whole snatch line slinging back. Strongly strongly recommend you include that second metal shackle in your kit mate! Great video and thanks for sharing
Also, for the same reason - you should include a hitch recovery point in your kit, both for your car or someone else's. Waaaaaaayyyy too many people who aren't familiar with performing recoveries use the tow ball to attach the snatch strap to. This is incredibly dangerous and literally kills multiple people each year
I love the action packers. Just be careful with that much weight. I have seen the fender washer still pull though. I ran a piece of 1” by .120 strap between the bolt holes on my Jeep for the trunk. Just a little added insurance for roll overs.
old power tool cases the non blow molded ones. would take usually dewalt cases from the trash on jobsites. cut the ribs add some foam. have a free lead throwing tool case. some are even stackable. like the versa/t-stack box kind
You don't need to ask us Nate, if you can make a video on it, we want to see it 😁👍
Lol thanks Joe 👊
Truth right there!
Interesting your favourite piece of recovery gear is your kinetic rope and winch. For me I would have to say it is my max tracks , it get me out of the majority of the sticky situations doesn’t require a secondary vehicle or a anchor point yeah I would have to say my traction boards are my number one piece of recovery gear.
Excellent video sir. Have used that exact Rubbermaid box in the back of my pickup for more than a decade. I modified mine by replacing the hinge with a threaded rod which protrudes out both ends - and allows me to then attach hold downs to the hinge side of the box. I have a Warn 8000lb winch in mine actually - QD setup front and back of rig - along with the other gear. Have found a 24" bow saw is really handy when wind storms happen and one needs to cut the downed trees off the trail to get home. Thanks for the Flex Tape tip - will look for some next time I'm in our local Canadian Tire! Happy Easter and stay well.
I have a bunch of the action packers but haven't incorporated any of them into the jeep yet but they are nice! Also digging the tool rolls vs my giant toolbag that I can never find anything. So you might have just inspired me to redo my junk now. Thanks lol
Dude these tool rolls are a game changer 🤘
Like how the video turned out. Glad you made it for us. I like the storage solutions. Interested to see how that Rubbermaid holds up. Had one crack in the winter... I like your tool setups, especially that bag holding the screwdrivers etc.
Would love to hear more about why you decided to stop carrying a spare. I continue to carry one because of things that you have said in the past, and I can’t afford a power tank right now. Curious to hear your thoughts and to see if I should start saving for a tank.
With this rig it was pretty simple. It always get trailered so I keep it in the truck. I reduced weight, opened up space and always have it near by. The rigs I don't trailer will have their own spare mounted to the vehicle 👍
@@DirtLifestyle That makes a lot of sense. My Jeep is my daily, and it’s how I get to and from the trail. I hadn’t considered that you have a trailer to get to the trail with. That makes a lot of sense!
I was coming here to ask the same question since Nate has always been a big supporter of carrying a spare. Was curious of why the change.
Great video Nate.
I really appreciate that instead of making a custom fancy box. Which of course you can. You chose a cheap plastic rubber made box. Because it works. And going in to detail about leaving space left over for dirty equipment. Easily overlooked.
Cheers
Your previous 'ammo can' video was good but this one makes more sense for me (stock 4R). Liked and Subscribed.
I’m sure someone has commented by now but I’ve always heard Tekton pronounced Tek-ton (ton). Nice recovery kit review. The only thing I’d add-paint metal stuff like the clevis’ and hooks with fluorescent orange paint-seems like that’s the kind of thing I always lay down in the dirt or grass or even leave hanging on someone else’s vehicle and forget or lose, if it’s bright orange I’m more likely to see it. Thanks.
Nate, get rid of that worthless heavy extinguisher and get an E50 or E100 element fire extinguisher that is good for 50 to 100 seconds and weighs nothing and leaves no residue. Great video as always.
I love that you are using a simple plastic tote. I think people over complicate things at times when something as simple and cheap as that tote will do the trick. 🤘
Love this type of video!!! Yes please more please!!!
Really wish there was a "tool kit" that only had the sockets and what not that you will need for your model of Jeep. One for a YJ, TJ, JK,.... no extra bits and what not. That would help keep the, "why do I have this?", down to a min.
pffft!!!! Crack lighter..... Hahahaha
Lol
Awesome video! I’m used to having a full toolbox on my truck so great to see some ideas on how to consolidate for the jeep! Keep up the awesome content!
Excellent video, Nate! I love how you cover all aspects of off-roading. Gear is Very important, and keeping it from zinging around in a flop or rollover is even more important. Sometimes, a simple solution is best. I also use a tote to keep all my recovery gear/tools/parts clean, dry and in place. It's great that you bolted it down, with space fore and aft, and the well-thought out reasoning behind it. It's great seeing you build sliders and bumpers and such, as well as watching the rock-crawling videos, but this sort of video is needed as well. Thanks for another great video, keep 'em coming!!
I definitely need to sit down and do this. Keep up the good work always look forward to the next video. Like the variations of videos to
In oregon your are required to carry a bucket and shovel anytime you go into the woods .
Fire prep
Nate you are one of us, great video
Nice! Love the builds. This however, was straight practical. Thanks for the tree saver comments. Two clevises for bumpers is good. Love my soft shackles also. Soft shackles and winch line have a minimum bend radius and the sharp edge of a bumper mount is usually not that radius. Clevises are close to that radius for some lines. Love the tool rolls.
150 bucks man, they're proud of that tool roll. Idk if you still see comments on old videos, but mylar bags are way stronger and you can vac seal them.
I really like that tool roll kit 🇺🇸
Nice reminder that I’m in no way prepared to take my jeep off road! Here I am thinking I got my winch and tow strap I’m ready to get out. Now to fit an entire repair shop in the back of the TJ ugh.
Those Action Packers are nice but they lack convenient tie-down points and when I strapped mine down tight when wheeling it crushed the side wall in one corner and deformed it. The lid is nice and strong but the walls are kinda weak, through bolting it like that is a great idea
I definitely need to come up with a more organized and lighter solution for all of my gear as well. I bring an entire pro eagle Jack in the back of my rig and I need to change that. I need a lighter bottle Jack solution for sure because that’s way too much weight.
Spray the shop towels in the blow molded case with silicone spray. Helps with corrosion issues and you can wipe the tools down.
Also, the blow molded case helps you make sure you've policed up all your sockets when using them.
It really makes me happy to see another person use tekton,ive had the same 3/8'ths tool kit for about 2 years and man ive been happy ever since,i had some Snap-On tools......cough cough* Crap-On tools i've always went through some ratchets using the good ole cheater bar but with tektons i have not broken a single one and im super happy with their ratchets on some of their other tools like their impact sockets pliers and the good ole torque wrench and ect.but yeah cant wait to see nate use the heck out of em :D
Nate go to hardware store and get some weather stripping to seal top of your tote to help keep dust and water it won't stop it all but will help
I use a heavy plastic tool box because I need a stand to reach over the fender - toolbox & step.
the crack lighter, cracked me up haha good vid man learned some new things
Yankum Ropes are a lot like a tugboat line (rope). They work great
Do you really trust that plastic click latch on the tote in a rollover. There some heavy stuff in there.
The latches on action packers are very stout. Add some “lock” on the tab to keep them from popping open and it wouldn’t have any problem holding the gear in a rollover.
THIS VIDEO just did it for me and Subscribed. Your logic for the location of the storage container is perfectly logical and one other reason is that it seem to be right above the rear axle balancing that higher weight right were it belongs...in my experience.
You have such similar ideas of quality outweighs cheep-crap that breaks. One thing that irritates me most is a broken tool while out on the trail...why even bring it if it won't stand the use? just because it's light doesn't cut if for me....seems I'm the go to mechanic on ALL outings so I don't like letting someone down due to cheep-crap tools.
ANYWAY, sorry for the long comment but you have what I call "GOT IT TOGETHER" the correct way.
Thanks for your videos and I'll be watching...mostly just quietly.