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Yeti Roadie 15 - Review and Comparison!! Yeti's Next Hard Cooler Prediction!
Love this new Yeti Roadie 15!! Great cooler at a great price. In this video I cover the features of it, test the capacity, compare it to other Yeti coolers and predict what Yeti will come out with next.
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Yeti Rambler Beverage Bucket Review!
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In this video I cover the features of one of my Yeti favorites, the Yeti Ice Bucket.
New Yeti Roadie 32 - Comparison to the Roadie 24 and Roadie 48. Vehicle Fitment, Beer Capacity!
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Picked up the new Yeti Roadie 32 and absolutely love this cooler. I think it is the perfect size and really feel this is one of Yeti's better coolers! I also compare it with the 24 and 48 so you can see the differences between the three of them. Hope you like the video. JD
Channel Update Finally!! Jake, Jeep, Camaro, K10!!!
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Just a "quick" video updating everyone on the channel. Stay tuned for more content coming soon.
Happy 13th Birthday Jake!! Channel Updates Coming Soon!!!!
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Thank you for your patience. I promise some updates are coming soon, so much has happened in a good way!! JD
Yeti Roadie 48 vs Yeti Tundra Haul - A Comparison of Yeti's Wheeled Coolers
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In this video, I compare the new wheeled cooler from Yeti, the Yeti Roadie 48 with the Yeti Tundra Haul. Both great coolers and a tough choice. It is interesting to see some of the differences between the two.
Yeti Tundra 45 - King Crab Orange - Yeti Bring this Color Back!!
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In this video I'm showing you probably one of the coolest colors Yeti has ever made, King Crab Orange. Love this color and sadly it is discontinued. Maybe if enough of us view this video and leave comments they will consider bringing it back!! Probably not but worth a try....haha. JD
The New Yeti Roadie 48 - Yeti's New Wheeled Cooler - Initial Review !
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This cooler is impressive, massive capacity. The Yeti Roadie 48 Wheeled Cooler!! Make sure you watch the later part in the video where Jake eats some ice, priceless!!
First Test of the Big Tex 70CH Car Hauler and Warn VR EVO 8,000 Winch!!
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In this video, we get Matt's Bronco over to his buddy's house and test out the new Big Tex 70CH car hauler trailer and test out the Warn VR EVO 8,000 pound winch.
Mounting a Warn VR EVO 8000 Pound Winch on my Big Tex 70CH Car Hauler!! No Battery!!!
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In this video I get my Warn VR EVO 8000 winch mounted to the trailer and research and figure out a way to power it WITHOUT an additional battery!! Pretty slick. Hope you enjoy the video.
Matt's $1,000 Chevrolet Square Body ep 6 - Big Block 454 Installed!!!!
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Matt finally got his big block 454 built and installed in his 1982 Chevrolet K10 square body! This thing is solid and sounds bad a !!
Big Tex 70 CH Car Hauler Trailer - Overview and a Few Upgrades!!
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I picked up a Big Tex 70 CH car hauler trailer and I love it. In this video, I take you around the trailer, add a toolbox, weld in 4 D rings and paint the deck flat black for protection. A winch is coming soon!! Hope you enjoy the video.
84 Chevy K10 Square Body ep16 - Truck is Back on the Road! Before and After Shots!!
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In this video I get the 84 Chevy k10 Square Body back on the road. It's been 10 months of work and this video has a music montage of before and after shots. Really cool. Much more to come!!
84 Chevy K10 Square Body ep15 - Delays, Gears, Parts and a Huge Pipe Bumper!!
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An update on the square body, some tough slow progress but progress is being made. Also found a really cool pipe bumper on Facebook Marketplace and picked that up. Let me know your thoughts!!
84 Chevy K10 Square Body ep14 - Reassembly Begins!!
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The truck is coming back together quickly!! Check out the progress.
78 Camaro Restoration ep31 - Quick Update on the Camaro!!
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78 Camaro Restoration ep31 - Quick Update on the Camaro!!
84 Chevy K10 Square Body ep13 - Line X Front Bumper/Grill - Hood and Fenders are Painted!!
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84 Chevy K10 Square Body ep13 - Line X Front Bumper/Grill - Hood and Fenders are Painted!!
84 Chevy K10 Square Body ep12 - Backyard Budget Paint Job - True Cost Revealed!
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84 Chevy K10 Square Body ep12 - Backyard Budget Paint Job - True Cost Revealed!
84 Chevy K10 Square Body ep11 - Carpet and Seat Installation! What a Difference!
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84 Chevy K10 Square Body ep11 - Carpet and Seat Installation! What a Difference!
84 Chevy K10 Square Body ep10 - Painting a Chrome Bumper Black - $25 Overhaul!
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84 Chevy K10 Square Body ep10 - Painting a Chrome Bumper Black - $25 Overhaul!
84 Chevy K10 Square Body ep9 - How to Reupholster a Bench Seat!! Jake Approved!!
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84 Chevy K10 Square Body ep9 - How to Reupholster a Bench Seat!! Jake Approved!!
84 Chevy K10 Square Body ep8 - Budget Dash Bezel and Shifter Housing Restoration - Amazing Results!!
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84 Chevy K10 Square Body ep8 - Budget Dash Bezel and Shifter Housing Restoration - Amazing Results!!
Bad A** Square Body Lives!!!
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Bad A Square Body Lives!!!
1984 Chevy K10 Square Body ep7 - Floor gets Final Cleaning and Por 15!!
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1984 Chevy K10 Square Body ep7 - Floor gets Final Cleaning and Por 15!!
84 Chevy K10 Square Body ep6 - New Hood, Fenders and Inner Fenders Finally On!!
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84 Chevy K10 Square Body ep6 - New Hood, Fenders and Inner Fenders Finally On!!
84 Chevy K10 Square Body ep5 - Why Change Body Mounts? Here's Why!
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84 Chevy K10 Square Body ep5 - Why Change Body Mounts? Here's Why!
Matt's $1,000 Chevrolet Square Body - Update 5!!
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Matt's $1,000 Chevrolet Square Body - Update 5!!
Yeti Trailhead Chair - 1 Year Later - How has it held Up??
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Yeti Trailhead Chair - 1 Year Later - How has it held Up??
84 Chevy K10 Square Body ep4 - Cleaning Underneath the Truck - Before and After-Amazing!!
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84 Chevy K10 Square Body ep4 - Cleaning Underneath the Truck - Before and After-Amazing!!
78 Camaro Restoration ep30 - GM 10 Bolt is Painted and Done!!! Finally!!
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78 Camaro Restoration ep30 - GM 10 Bolt is Painted and Done!!! Finally!!

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  • @A_Brunette3
    @A_Brunette3 2 дні тому

    Awesome review. Thanks for sharing

  • @PauEvn23
    @PauEvn23 5 днів тому

    Great review. Just subscribed your channel. Would love to see more content.

    • @JDOffline
      @JDOffline 5 днів тому

      Thank you. I had some pretty major back surgery last year and haven’t been the same since. I’m hoping to get back to making some videos soon. Thanks for your understanding. JD

    • @PauEvn23
      @PauEvn23 4 дні тому

      @@JDOffline Get well soon.

    • @JDOffline
      @JDOffline 4 дні тому

      @ thank you!!

  • @ivanpalacios9316
    @ivanpalacios9316 6 днів тому

    What tool box is that? Every tool box I use is to tall.

  • @jeremydeaderick1324
    @jeremydeaderick1324 15 днів тому

    Did you use 454 motor mounts and clam shells ?

  • @cespon3466
    @cespon3466 15 днів тому

    Thank you you really help me a lot to make a good choice buying one of this for my husband your video is so helpful thank you

  • @MrZiggy96821
    @MrZiggy96821 15 днів тому

    nice jeep

  • @dlandes14
    @dlandes14 21 день тому

    So if you remove the 4 bolts shown around the 16:50 mark, plus the bolts that go from the fender into the bumper cover, you think that all would have come off in one piece?

    • @JDOffline
      @JDOffline 17 днів тому

      I believe you can do it that way but I didn't. I've seen some people take the whole front clip off at once. Harder than it looks especially when you are working by yourself most of the time. JD

  • @blasterr125er
    @blasterr125er 25 днів тому

    Is this a old model 12 ? The lid doesn’t have a handle like the 18

    • @JDOffline
      @JDOffline 17 днів тому

      The 12 in this video was the first one to come out, I remember buying it the day Yeti released them. JD

  • @chasebarnard5750
    @chasebarnard5750 25 днів тому

    Ive done line work, and all I have to say, it with the largest set, just put the handle on a hard surface, like the table or the ground, and bare down with one hand while holding the crimp where you want with the other hand.

    • @JDOffline
      @JDOffline 17 днів тому

      Thanks for the comment. JD

  • @HazelT12
    @HazelT12 27 днів тому

    Great job, man!

  • @HazelT12
    @HazelT12 27 днів тому

    Great video! I really like how you kept it simple and showed the process step-by-step. The quick disconnect cables idea is genius - it makes things so much easier when I need to move power from the tow vehicle. Thanks for the inspiration!

    • @JDOffline
      @JDOffline 17 днів тому

      Thanks for checking out the video! JD

  • @valentinlopez9827
    @valentinlopez9827 Місяць тому

    I bought the 48, and the telescoping handles are trash

    • @JDOffline
      @JDOffline 17 днів тому

      I have good luck with mine. File a warranty claim with Yeti. JD

  • @tyr0n313
    @tyr0n313 Місяць тому

    Can you fit a half gallon of milk standing up in either the 12 or 18? We camp with toddlers that rely on milk.

    • @JDOffline
      @JDOffline 17 днів тому

      I don't know if they would stand upright, never tried that. Seems they would not be tall enough. Check out the Roadie 24, I think they are being discontinued and are on sale on the Yeti website. Roadie 24 is a taller cooler and will cost less than the either the Flip 18 or 12. JD

  • @sandrajames012
    @sandrajames012 Місяць тому

    Love your videos. Thanks JD.

  • @sandrajames012
    @sandrajames012 Місяць тому

    How heavy is this when it's fully loaded? Trying to figure out if it's practical for me to carry around.

    • @JDOffline
      @JDOffline 17 днів тому

      I don't have an official weight on it but it is very manageable when full. Maybe 15-20 pounds or so. JD

  • @LiamRays
    @LiamRays Місяць тому

    Another solid review, thanks man.

  • @LiamRays
    @LiamRays Місяць тому

    Nice video, straight to the point.

  • @6formysorrow
    @6formysorrow Місяць тому

    Im buying a Hondo for my dad for Xmas. It’s the kind of thing he would never buy for himself, but he’s absolutely gonna love it. I know he will talk about it all the time. He’s in his 70s and he’s worked hard his whole life and at this point he deserves to have really really nice things cause what the hell are we saving the money for anyway. Spending extra money to make sure that he has something amazing is going to make me happy my whole life a whole lot more than saving $150 for the basic brand. He’ll but just be taking it out of the trunk and setting it up nearby because he goes fishing with my nephew who is positively addicted to fishing and will stay out for five or six hours because he’s a kid and doesn’t understand that grandpa needs a break and God only knows my dad would never say a thing sitting in those rickety chairs he’s gonna be over the moon. Another thing is great about being an adult. You can’t wait for Christmas to GIVE gifts. thank you for your help. You rock.

    • @JDOffline
      @JDOffline 17 днів тому

      Thank you, your Dad will appreciate the chair. Mine still looks great and it's probably been 6 years or so now. JD

  • @billybobbubbawubba9457
    @billybobbubbawubba9457 Місяць тому

    What if you used an engine hoist/leveler from above to do this? It would allow for a lot of maneuverability. How about all-thread studs in 2 corners for alignment on reinstall?

    • @JDOffline
      @JDOffline 17 днів тому

      That would probably work good. I had seen the all thread alignment and I think we did that but not sure I remember, its been a few years. We did get it back in and got it all aligned with a plumb bob etc. JD

  • @chadrussell8282
    @chadrussell8282 Місяць тому

    Great video! I am about to tackle this on a 1979 Bonanza K10 and it is rusty. Not looking forward to it. Wouldn't be doing it if the cab wasn't sagging so bad and if the truck didn't have sentimental value. My grandfather bought the truck new and now I have it. Thanks for the insight in the video.

    • @JDOffline
      @JDOffline 17 днів тому

      Good luck and stick with it!!

  • @DoICareHD
    @DoICareHD Місяць тому

    Said it’s better hauling with the wheels than without the wheels. 01:50

    • @JDOffline
      @JDOffline 17 днів тому

      With the wheels! JD

  • @Killa91115
    @Killa91115 Місяць тому

    I have a discount code at REI plus 4 dollars worth of points. The total price is 165. I feel like going for it. How is it holding up so far?

    • @JDOffline
      @JDOffline Місяць тому

      @@Killa91115 it’s holding up great. No complaints and no regrets. Good little cooler. JD.

  • @sjwalker5696
    @sjwalker5696 Місяць тому

    I'm thinking to do the same on a 1973 CJ5 jeep 258 but I hear you need a 240 amp alternator otherwise you'll blow fuses and other stuff will happen just trying to get an idea from your experience on your 258 motor

    • @JDOffline
      @JDOffline 17 днів тому

      I yanked my 258 out early on in the Jeep and replaced it with a 350. I believe the alternator I got was a Summit model with 100amps. No issues with that set up. JD

  • @htowngizmo9799
    @htowngizmo9799 Місяць тому

    Do you know the torque specs for the cab mounts I bolts?

    • @JDOffline
      @JDOffline 17 днів тому

      Sorry I don't remember what they are. I'm sure a quick google search and you can find them. JD

  • @vicc6744
    @vicc6744 Місяць тому

    It's been a while now- how long has this been working for you- Is that gage cable good enough for your winch

    • @JDOffline
      @JDOffline 17 днів тому

      I've had this set up for a few years now and have hauled several vehicles on the car trailer as well as winching everything from an old Camaro to a C30 dually. I've had zero issues. More power would be better but this one has never failed to load up a vehicle. JD

  • @haroldstrickland8416
    @haroldstrickland8416 Місяць тому

    Spartans work but are pretty harsh & noisy! I used them on both ends of my K10.

  • @sonnyd820
    @sonnyd820 Місяць тому

    Great review gonna get this as a Christmas present for myself this year.

    • @JDOffline
      @JDOffline Місяць тому

      @@sonnyd820 You will not regret it!! Great choice and I’m glad my video helped. It’s a great cooler and I love it. JD

    • @sonnyd820
      @sonnyd820 Місяць тому

      @JDOffline Thanks for your input. Waiting for a particular outdoors company so I can use my 20% off code!

  • @brandonkeith67
    @brandonkeith67 2 місяці тому

    Excellent and informative video! Exactly what I was looking for! Nice work buddy and that's the best beer in the world.

    • @JDOffline
      @JDOffline 2 місяці тому

      Haha thank you for that feedback and glad you like the video and the beer!! JD

  • @SupaFUZZZZZZ
    @SupaFUZZZZZZ 2 місяці тому

    I have the same saw and the same "upgraded" guides. The instructions are sadly lacking. Not clear. Small photos. Phone support non existent. The Carter guy claims "this Jet band saw model is not popular". I'm calling BS on that. Its still made and is double the price I paid in 2012. Manufacturers don't keep making "unpopular stuff" as this guy claims. I couldn't get the bolts that came with the saw to fit. The bolt head closet to the other block on the bottom guide wouldn't turn. So had to go spend more money and buy M6 allen head bolts that will fit. They wanted 6 bucks a piece at Ace Hardware. Blew them off and went to the Depot. Both for $2.75. If you need new bolts then Carter needs to supply those or be more clear. This IS NOT a cheap upgrade and I have to say I'm not all that thrilled with the experience I had with Carter.

    • @JDOffline
      @JDOffline 2 місяці тому

      Thanks for the feedback. JD

  • @jasenalapati665
    @jasenalapati665 2 місяці тому

    Greetings . How is the cooler holding up . I see that you loaded it with 48 beers and 1.5 bags of ice but how was it using the handle leaning the cooler back with all that weight and rolling it ?

    • @JDOffline
      @JDOffline 2 місяці тому

      Cooler is great and is holding up well. No issues fully packed and even putting stuff on top of the cooler to wheel around. Very well made and sturdy. JD

  • @ActualSighs
    @ActualSighs 2 місяці тому

    Great cart! Why didn't you put expanded metal on the whole bottom shelf? I want to make something like this but would hold two 22 inch kettles.

    • @JDOffline
      @JDOffline 2 місяці тому

      That is a great question. I guess when I was looking at other designs most were open under the grill to allow for hot coals, spills, ash whatever to fall through but to your point expanded metal would have been fine. Also, I have thought to myself and considered adding another kettle grill to it as well as I sometimes use two or could use two. Great insight with your comments. Use expanded metal all the way across the bottom and make it for 2 grills. Also, don't use the wheels like I did in this video, I ended up taking those off and added 4 locking casters on each corner. This took away the issue of how much this thing weighs and it rolls around effortlessly now. I still use this cart all the time and its one of my favorites. Grill and Chill 2 would be a cool video set up like you described. JD

  • @martingarcia8718
    @martingarcia8718 2 місяці тому

    Thanks for the informative video and taking the time to actually take the strut back off to show us!

    • @JDOffline
      @JDOffline 2 місяці тому

      Thank you!! Works great. JD

  • @JamesMcNamara-j1g
    @JamesMcNamara-j1g 2 місяці тому

    4100D axle tool

  • @vicpetrishak7705
    @vicpetrishak7705 2 місяці тому

    The only preference to me is a Planetary or Worn Drive . Worn Drive is best my operation , Less moving parts Operation quieter Greater Line Pull Supposedly not as efficient though .

    • @JDOffline
      @JDOffline 2 місяці тому

      This set up continues to serve me well. It's not used a lot just here and there and so far it all still works really well. JD

  • @darylcheshire1618
    @darylcheshire1618 2 місяці тому

    I have this chair, I regret the Hondo is unavailable in Australia, I did ask Yeti about it. I can buy another can hokder, I have no problem hitting the release button on withdrawing the can. I’ve not thought of it, I should get more beer and consider it. I enjoy pulling the chair forward by gripping the front of the chair (when sitting in it) which are really rigid unlike other chairs.

    • @JDOffline
      @JDOffline 2 місяці тому

      It's a great chair. More beer sounds like a plan!! Haha JD

  • @darylcheshire1618
    @darylcheshire1618 2 місяці тому

    I got the Trailhead, the Hondo is unprocurable in Australia, I emailed Yeti who said they had no plans to sell the Hondo in Oz.

    • @JDOffline
      @JDOffline 2 місяці тому

      Wow didn't know that. You will like the Trailhead. JD

  • @elconquistadorII
    @elconquistadorII 2 місяці тому

    Love this cart. Best I have seen on youtube or anywhere. Great job.

    • @JDOffline
      @JDOffline 2 місяці тому

      Thank you. It is probably the most used thing I have ever built. I did take the wheels off and added 4 casters to make it easier to move around and did repaint it once. The 4 casters take away the issue of the weight. Still use it all the time and one of my favorites. JD

  • @councilquirks6601
    @councilquirks6601 2 місяці тому

    IF YOU HATE FORDS THAT MUCH.....THEN DON'T TOW THEM AND DON'T HELP YOUR FRIENDS WITH THEM.....SOOOOO MUCH BRAND BIAS JUST RUINED THE VIDEO.....

    • @JDOffline
      @JDOffline 2 місяці тому

      Just trying to have some fun in the video. I was happy to help my bud, but did give him a hard time about it. JD

  • @TexasNova
    @TexasNova 2 місяці тому

    My front passenger is locked up. The Bolt ending up breaking.

    • @JDOffline
      @JDOffline 2 місяці тому

      Yeah they are not fun, hopefully you got it out. JD

  • @emmettsampey5046
    @emmettsampey5046 2 місяці тому

    Did you go with longer wheel studs in the rear when adding spacers?

    • @JDOffline
      @JDOffline 2 місяці тому

      @@emmettsampey5046 yes I did. I remember not being comfortable w the amount of “bite” the lug nuts had on the studs. I got them from oreillys and want say they were just a 1/4 inch longer. Maybe 1/2 inch. Wish I could remember the specs but it’s been a while. Hope this helps. JD

    • @emmettsampey5046
      @emmettsampey5046 2 місяці тому

      @@JDOfflineThanks my friend, live the truck! I also have a 84

  • @tyr0n313
    @tyr0n313 2 місяці тому

    Kieth Stone. I dig it.

  • @scotthoder9172
    @scotthoder9172 2 місяці тому

    Does the trailer box clear the tongue jack?

    • @JDOffline
      @JDOffline 2 місяці тому

      Barely!! I will tell you box itself hasn't held up well and faded really bad from being out in the sun. Mechanically it still works but plan on hitting it with some paint/spray paint once in a while. JD

  • @portiasoderberg5373
    @portiasoderberg5373 2 місяці тому

    14:47 fill ice up to the higher ridge but not up to the lower ridge ... huh?

    • @JDOffline
      @JDOffline 2 місяці тому

      The higher ridge is the ice line, the lower ridge is for the dry goods basket and I was making the point to make sure you fill the ice up to the top ridge as long as you are not using a dry goods basket. JD

  • @dougconforti7657
    @dougconforti7657 3 місяці тому

    excellent...is there a direct competitor to yeti?

    • @JDOffline
      @JDOffline 2 місяці тому

      Yeti has a lot of competition for it's coolers and drinkware but I don't know of anyone else that makes chairs like this. Mine are still great and holding up very well. They are an investment but they do last. JD

  • @jennifergreen5504
    @jennifergreen5504 3 місяці тому

    Great thorough video. Thank you!

    • @JDOffline
      @JDOffline 2 місяці тому

      Thank you, glad you liked it. JD

  • @redwhiteblue7831
    @redwhiteblue7831 3 місяці тому

    I saw your pink G-string when you were putting your beers into the cooler.

  • @tomasvasquez5961
    @tomasvasquez5961 3 місяці тому

    Jake is the best part of these videos. Not to say the reviews aren’t great, but Jake is always a welcome surprise lol

    • @JDOffline
      @JDOffline 3 місяці тому

      I agree with you, Jake is the best part and I can't compete with him!! He just turned 14 in July and is still going. Hope he will continue to be with us for many more years. JD

  • @prestonadams7541
    @prestonadams7541 3 місяці тому

    I just opened my new charcoal yeti hard cooler 1 hour ago ……Hope it doesn’t warp!

    • @JDOffline
      @JDOffline 3 місяці тому

      I haven't had a problem with the new one they sent me but admittedly have kept it out of the really hot sun. If I'm going somewhere really hot like the beach I will take a white cooler or the flip 18. Hopefully you won't have any issues. JD

  • @acme9538
    @acme9538 3 місяці тому

    Just ordered this in tan sort of as an 'upgrade' to my original Yeti Roadie 20, which is 15 years old now but still working great ! The reason(s) I justified the 'upgrade' were . . . #1, The Size- I have the 20 mounted in my small 15 foot Boston Whaler, and while it's fine, saving even a little real estate will be very welcomed. #2, The Weight - Though not a huge difference, when the 20 is loaded it's pretty damn hefty . . . saving a few pounds will be nice. #3, The Handle - The Roadie 20's stainless steel handle is nice for short distances, but the 15's shoulder strap looks much better for longer transports. #4, The Latches - The Roadie 20's latches are still holding up fine . . . but the new flip latches on the 15 look a lot more convenient. #5, The Basket Option - While certainly not 'important' . . . the option to have a 'dry sandwich loft' is very cool. The fact that they kept the tie-downs and drain sealed the deal . . . if they hadn't kept those the 15 would be a 'No Go' for Me. For my particular needs, going down in volume from 20 to 15 isn't an issue as I only use it as a 1 or 2 person day cooler. ( I always have spare room in the 20) I'm not expecting the world in terms of ice retention . . . I realize a little 15 sized cooler only has so much thermal capabilities. It's not that hot where I live, and if I can get a solid 24 hrs out of it, theat's more than enough. $200.00 is a bit of splurge for something I really don't 'need', but rather 'want' . . . so yeah, I'g guilty there. Lastly, I really hope the build quality is up to par, as I've read some complaints about quality control on these new 15's. Fingers crossed. (Upodate /Warannty Claim Submitted ) . . . I received the tan roadie 15. Got it home, unboxed and was very disappointed with the build quality. While it 'looks' cool and the design is 100% great . . . the seams at the lid and the top of the cooler itself very were mismatched almost all the way around the perimeter of the cooler. I really wouldn't care if it was in just one or 2 spots . . . but it's all the way around. One of the corners sticks out almost an 1/8". This is a break in the insulation seal and will only get worse with time. I compared it to my 15 year old Roadie 20, and it's night and day . . . other than a very 'slight' warping of the lid, that cooler is still 100% solid. I can totally see what's going on . . . the Roadie 15 is a 4 piece cooler that doesn't appear to be roto-molded in the same way the Roadie 20 was. These are possibly injection molded. There are 4 shells that appear to be assembled / bonded together to form the cooler itself. So at every joint / seam there is a chance for mis-alignment in the manufacturing process if everything isn't perfect. I understand why they probably did this . . . cost savings . . . but Yeti sort of created their own issue by switching construction techniques. I think I just received an exceptionally bad one . . . I've started the warranty exchange process . . . if they ship me one that is better I'll be 100% satisfied. I will update here after Yeti resolves the issue.

    • @JDOffline
      @JDOffline 3 місяці тому

      I've had good experiences with the warranty process and hopefully Yeti will stand behind their product. I have an old 20 as well and all the factors you pointed out make the 15 a better choice assuming the construction of the cooler itself is up to par. Keep us posted on what happens! JD

    • @acme9538
      @acme9538 2 місяці тому

      @@JDOffline Update #2. - I got the replacement Roadie 15 from Yeti. (Great Customer Service). It's a 'little' better than the one that I returned, but not by a lot. I think the issue is in how they are constructing these particular Roadies. The lid and the bottom are both made up of 2 pieces, (for a total of 4 pieces) and appear to be glued / bonded together . . . then each piece is injection molded. The pieces just don't 'bond' together at the seems as cleanly as the roto-molded models from Yeti. There is a slight gap that varies in size around all 4 sizes. Is this an issue as far as insulation??? . . . Probably, but given that it's just a little 15 day cooler I'm not gonna sweat it anymore. Now if the gaps 'grow' over time . . . then that's something else. I'd still recommend this cooler to anyone . . . it's just the right size for a day cooler. However, I'd warn people that it's not built like it's big brother Yet's.

    • @TheBigRott
      @TheBigRott 24 дні тому

      @@acme9538thanks so much for that info! I didn’t realize the 15 wasn’t rotomolded like the other Yeti hard coolers. I was thinking about getting one for Christmas but now I’m going to hold off. Maybe will get the 24 roadie instead but only if that one is rotomolded 😅

    • @Michelle-n7f
      @Michelle-n7f 21 день тому

      That's Awful ! EXCELLENT COMMENT.

  • @AirbusMechanic
    @AirbusMechanic 3 місяці тому

    Yeti is badass