Regrets & Reflections: The Ultimate Jeep Gladiator?

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КОМЕНТАРІ • 129

  • @JustinBMcBride
    @JustinBMcBride  Місяць тому +4

    What would you change about my build?

    • @smicksmookety
      @smicksmookety Місяць тому +6

      I would have built it for me instead, or added an oil fryer to make donuts.

    • @JustinBMcBride
      @JustinBMcBride  Місяць тому +3

      @@smicksmooketythat’s about all that it is missing. Haha!

    • @Exploringthewildlands
      @Exploringthewildlands Місяць тому +2

      Definitely should get the Hest mattresses. Unfortunately for me I have the XL GFC and they didn’t make it for mine but I did get one of their big ones and cut it up and sewed up new covers. Sooooo comfortable and luckily I did it right and fits like it should haha.

    • @justbiggers
      @justbiggers Місяць тому

      I would change nothing, it's your build. You do you. That's why there are multiple suppliers for everything! There is no one size fits all! I appreciate the candidness.

    • @marc31415
      @marc31415 Місяць тому

      the bumper, I'll buy your old one for 3,000...lol

  • @Draevon68
    @Draevon68 Місяць тому +5

    I love your honesty. Anyone willing to be this straight forward and honest is worth watching. Keep up the great content and I'll keep watching. Thx Justin

  • @chrisj6151
    @chrisj6151 8 днів тому

    I have been running 37" Hankook Dynapro XT on my Gladiator that were installed during covid. I am in AZ and never had them in snow. Extreme heat, rock, sand, and dust have all been ok to very good. I have towed a small trailer to the Canadian border and back. The tires were great and we had no concerns. I had the Wilpeaks before and really liked them but again no experience with snow.

  • @marc31415
    @marc31415 Місяць тому +5

    When applying Thread locking compound,
    1. clean the threads (make sure they are not contaminated with any residues)
    2. Use the correct type of thread locker compound. (RED - "Large Diameter Bolt")
    3. apply thread locker to the entire surfacer of the bolt, (not just a line or a dab) make sure the entire bolt is covered

  • @colbywood1384
    @colbywood1384 Місяць тому +3

    I have a camper on my gladiator, I'm curious how you solve the dust intrusion into the camper. Great video incredibly detailed and informative.

  • @pjfan173
    @pjfan173 Місяць тому +6

    My baby/child advice. Enjoy every single second with your child. When the baby is crying and it seems will never stop, believe me, it will. Time going so so fast
    God Bless you, your wife and your precious Angel

    • @user-rk2ww2cm4v
      @user-rk2ww2cm4v Місяць тому

      ... and just like that (finger snap) I have 2 in college and a 3rd about to start college... the days can be long, but the years go fast!

  • @jaymills3843
    @jaymills3843 Місяць тому +1

    Justin, thanks for taking the time (major amount of time with all the verbose discussions) to put your experiences and assessments up on the tube. It will be very helpful for a newbie..

  • @pjd2586
    @pjd2586 Місяць тому

    Just ordered the Anker C800. Your code / link worked on that one as well. I like the extra lights that come with it and was impressed when you reviewed it in Florida. It should serve my lower power needs well - fridge & 12v blanket when it’s cold. Thanks!

  • @TrailNewbie
    @TrailNewbie Місяць тому

    Great overview! Loved watching this one all the way through, looking forward to the content to come! Cheers!

  • @CraigG21
    @CraigG21 Місяць тому

    Appreciate the honesty!
    I like the Harker Outdoors EDC - you don’t have to play Tetris with the bed floor (it swings up on struts), and it also annexes the tail gait for additional covered space, which is key for the midsize truck short boxes.

  • @joemzd
    @joemzd Місяць тому

    Solid video as always. I'm glad you like the Hest pillows, it was one of my first official "overland" purchases at Overland Expo West in 2021 and since then I've purchased the smaller travel pillow and covers for them. I'm glad they have 3-pack options because they are great gifts.

  • @Electric_Overland
    @Electric_Overland Місяць тому

    One of the best UA-camrs out there! Thanks for your content and honesty.

  • @zd533
    @zd533 Місяць тому

    I like your build; I'm running a Mojave rig currently.
    I will agree that the gladiator really needed a dead pedal. I added the Quadratec dead pedal with the pad and it is excellent, makes a huge difference for long drives. It's not cheap, but well worth it.

  • @ahmednesbitte4906
    @ahmednesbitte4906 Місяць тому

    Hi Justin, really like the video about it to be very informative. Thank you so much for your honesty. Looking forward to your next video. Have a great day.

  • @thangala
    @thangala Місяць тому

    Really enjoyed the video. Subscribed.

  • @kcrain81
    @kcrain81 Місяць тому

    JBMB, great video, and congrats on the upcoming baby! I do appreciate your honesty with the aspects of each product that you like and don't like, whether purchased or donated, and whether you would purchase it yourself. As for you exploring the overlanding lifestyle in a Rivian, I would love to see what you do with an R1T. I myself am slowly working my own R1T towards an overland build, having finally pulled the trigger on an Xtrusion Overland bed rack for mounting my RTT. Would love to see what you would do!

  • @leemen
    @leemen Місяць тому

    Great video. The honesty with sponsors on this was so good. I think the gladiator is the best overlanding option. It not perfect by no means but it’s the most capable in my opinion. I also went from the 2 drawer decked ti the single. I hated the single drawer and missed the 2 drawer for about a month of solid use. I now prefer the single drawer. Metal cloak for the win! Looking forward to part 2

  • @cdienzo
    @cdienzo Місяць тому +1

    Been watching since your first vid.
    Congrats! As a relatively new dad (an old one) to pandemic-era irish twins (3 & 4), I can confidently tell you that no matter what you learn in advance, it's always gonna be on-the-job training.
    Be confident in your knowledge and abilities, master the art of diaper changing & swaddling. Consistent routine is the way. When things seem to be going sideways, be mindful of and maybe rethink your expectations & strive to be fair.
    Y'all got this.

    • @user-rk2ww2cm4v
      @user-rk2ww2cm4v Місяць тому

      ... and, despite what they tell you, it's so EASY

    • @cdienzo
      @cdienzo Місяць тому

      @@user-rk2ww2cm4v 🤣🤣🤣

  • @shiftintosunshine
    @shiftintosunshine Місяць тому

    Thanks for your awesomely thoughtful videos. I'm mulling getting a *soft* rooftop tent. Do you think hardshells have some quality making them worth the extra money and weight? I want to put a tent on, take it off by myself w/o a hoist or buddy's help. Thanks for your consideration.

  • @jamesdiguilio9376
    @jamesdiguilio9376 Місяць тому

    Congratulations on the baby!!! If you think you know what love is…just wait! Also…for baby gear…you’ll figure it out as you go. It’s a little like overlanding…some minimum requirements (car seat, stroller, onesies, bottles, diapers, etc). From there what you “need” is totally subjective. Will be exciting to watch the family. Congrats again!

  • @RobertVelardeJr
    @RobertVelardeJr Місяць тому

    Very informative video! I essentially have the exact same platform and camping setup as you, minus the diesel engine. What camper do you think you will upgrade to next? I have seen quite a few people transition to the Super Pacific...

  • @Gzus
    @Gzus Місяць тому

    Congrats, in advance, on your upcoming baby! That's HUGE news and I wish you and your wife lots of patience and rest!

  • @MagicHat39
    @MagicHat39 Місяць тому +5

    Wouldn't mind a video on the starlink set up. Pros and Cons, would you recommend for those working remote but need reliable internet for meetings etc. I am following the 2-door bronco build still :) and wouldn't mind getting out of the house during the day.

    • @JustinBMcBride
      @JustinBMcBride  Місяць тому +3

      I just picked up the Gen 3. It’s a solid system. I really want to get the 12v conversion for it.
      I think a video about it would be valuable. Good idea.

  • @pepesilvia4564
    @pepesilvia4564 Місяць тому +10

    Rivian R1T Quad motor owner here, I can tell you we got this truck thinking it would be a great added challenge (the EV part) to our camping/overlanding adventures. It has been an amazing vehicle, absolutely solid and reliable (unlike our Rubicon), but after 4 trips we realized we just don't have the stomach to tolerate the risk of damaging a $110k truck. Absolutely fantastic vehicle though, highly recommend it to anyone thinking about it (get the full PPF, is totally worth it).

    • @siebitup
      @siebitup Місяць тому +1

      I regret not getting full PPF on my GX. I had the hood, front bumper and wheel fairings done, but the doors are where I've gotten the stripes on both sides. I'm hesitant to cut/polish as the clear is probably pretty thin. Ah well. Next vehicle will get it.

    • @chrisE815
      @chrisE815 Місяць тому

      What's broken on your Rubicon?

    • @pepesilvia4564
      @pepesilvia4564 Місяць тому +1

      @@chrisE815 Unfortunately we were one of those unlucky ones that had the fuel rail issue in our diesel one. Covered under warranty, went back literally 3 months later due to a particulate sensor (another common issue apparently). 6 months later went back and forth with dealer for a check engine light, they ended up replacing the catalytic converter. Our final issue was in one of our trips the brake master cylinder went out WHILE driving, which was scary. That was the final straw. Mind you, all of this happened under 18k miles, we bought it new and while everything was covered under warranty, our Gladiator sat in the dealership for about 7 months total between all these repairs. Loved the truck when it worked, but awful reliability.

    • @chrisE815
      @chrisE815 Місяць тому

      @@pepesilvia4564 I wish Jeep spec'd the truck with something other than the 3.6 gaser, but that seems to be the most reliable option. Sorry to hear about the problems with yours

  • @Coppersaguaro
    @Coppersaguaro Місяць тому

    Congrats on your upcoming new addition! How well does the GFC keep dust out of the bed? Curious on how well is seals up. Keep ‘em coming Justin.

  • @user-tj3yi9zj4m
    @user-tj3yi9zj4m Місяць тому +2

    hell ya buddy. THANK YOU!

  • @steveconte1858
    @steveconte1858 Місяць тому

    Justin, at some point, can you talk about dust abatement into the bed of the truck? I run a Harker EDC on a Gladiator and have plugged many ports in the bed. I still have to figure out how to plug the giant holes behind the mount loops near the tailgate. I have sealed the tailgate hinge as well, but I still get a noticeable amount of dust in the living space of the bed. Any thoughts or experience you have would be quite helpful. Thanks!

  • @WolfOverland
    @WolfOverland Місяць тому +3

    I have a nightmare story on the fuel pump recall. Video soon. It’s a catch 22 to release a video on that.
    I hear you on the overheat issue. I have not been pulled over yet with overheating but it’s above my confidence level. I’m hoping the regear to 4.56 helps with my 37s. Doing that in a few weeks.
    Agree with terraflex on the steering. I swapped my metalcloak for terraflex. Good reason.

    • @thangala
      @thangala Місяць тому +1

      Looking forward to the fuel pump recall. I've had no issues after the recall. Had it done at 2700 miles on 2022 Overland. Will subscribe.

  • @atombomb6719
    @atombomb6719 Місяць тому

    I like the wheels, bub. Don't be so hard on your rig.
    Absolutely sweet ride 🎉

  • @fscottgray9784
    @fscottgray9784 Місяць тому +6

    I am so sick of seeing the words ULTIMATE and GAME CHANGER tied to everything I discount any content that has these phrases.

  • @timolheiser7874
    @timolheiser7874 Місяць тому

    Have you thought of looking at the Nokian Hakkapeliitta LT3 winter truck tires, which come studded and come in a 35 inch size?

  • @jlest3036
    @jlest3036 Місяць тому +2

    I may have missed it but did you do a regear?

  • @bradcaviness1256
    @bradcaviness1256 Місяць тому +1

    "and be done with it"
    famous last words!

  • @petersantulli2337
    @petersantulli2337 Місяць тому +3

    So much is said about Jeeps reliability and I’ve never experienced it. I’ve owned a Grand Cherokee, Compass (1st edition), Liberty, Renegade, TJ, JK and a JL and have not had reliability issues. The TJ 155k before and I sold it and the JK 165k and still going. I don’t get the bad wrap.

    • @DUNEATV
      @DUNEATV 29 днів тому +2

      I don’t either…my Jeep Rubicons have been abused and are perfectly reliable!

    • @RevereOverland
      @RevereOverland 18 днів тому +1

      I've owned 3 Jeeps, and while I've never had anything that would leave me stranded, things like sensors and seals go bad all the time, and there are always small things to fix. I spent more time and money fixing those Jeeps than I ever have my Toyotas, despite having more miles on the Toyotas.

    • @petersantulli2337
      @petersantulli2337 13 днів тому

      @@RevereOverland it’s so crazy to see the difference between the same vehicles. I’ve had wheel speed sensors go but that’s been it. Definitely can’t complain! 🤞it keeps going that way.

    • @RevereOverland
      @RevereOverland 13 днів тому

      @@petersantulli2337 no rear locker sensor issues yet?

    • @petersantulli2337
      @petersantulli2337 13 днів тому

      @@RevereOverland nope, Sport so no lockers, yet!

  • @willito1211
    @willito1211 Місяць тому

    Can you go more into detail of which mid size truck you would decide on? Other than the Rivian. Btw R1S owner here

  • @stevenrabish6929
    @stevenrabish6929 Місяць тому

    Hey man, would you recommend the ecodiesel? I just picked up the same truck and love the torque and economy of it, just always hear a mix bag if reviews

  • @auduffer
    @auduffer Місяць тому

    What a fairlead mount for the BD lights? The one from Rebel Off-Road is cheap and would probably be a good look.

  • @dtadventure4x4
    @dtadventure4x4 Місяць тому

    I just put LP4s up on my truck as A-Pillar lights. So good. You may want to re-think and try them. Holy. Cow. 🙂

  • @18PGAbound
    @18PGAbound Місяць тому

    Best advice I have given new dads: If you think you're doing something right, you probably are right. Your natural instincts will do their job, enjoy spending time with your newborn, time gets away quick!

  • @leemen
    @leemen Місяць тому +1

    Early congratulations on the baby. I remember researching for the 1st of our 5 children. After that it gets Ezer. Just wing it you will be fine.

  • @TommyKinsey1972
    @TommyKinsey1972 Місяць тому

    congrats on the baby news!

  • @alfa8822
    @alfa8822 Місяць тому

    You made the right choice with the Gladiator. It can out wheel any other truck. Built from the factory for off roading. You should watch Dirt Lifestyle’s comparison with the Toyota. He owns both.
    Me and my 2 sons all own Wranglers and we haven’t had a single issue. The problem with reliability reports is that Jeeps are takin places that other vehicles don’t go. So of course sometimes you’re going to break stuff. I haven’t but you can

  • @ThomasZippelli
    @ThomasZippelli Місяць тому +1

    Hey bro I’m happy to discuss the baby gear thing, I’m an Overlander with an 8 month old lol

  • @waxifari5528
    @waxifari5528 Місяць тому

    Yeah that shower cube is no bueno. My dirt cheap Overland Pros cube at least has fiberglass tent-like poles so that it keeps a square shape at the floor without added weight. Roam is trying to make everything - they should just try to make anything well. And yes, I am including their omnipresent roof boxes in that dig.

  • @mattfoster2118
    @mattfoster2118 Місяць тому

    The LRA tank connects to the factory EVAP system; what the hell was wrong with your install that caused it to vent into the cabin?

  • @jYarmo
    @jYarmo Місяць тому

    Have you noticed any wind noise from the snorkel? I'm worried about it driving me nuts installing it on the drivers side since I've got a diesel too.

    • @JustinBMcBride
      @JustinBMcBride  Місяць тому +1

      I can hear it sucking wind, which I like. That tells me it is working.

  • @Pantovinator
    @Pantovinator Місяць тому

    Echo your bumper woes. I purchased mine about two years ago and love it to death, follows the body line beautifully. HOWEVER. The install was atrocious, for 4k you’d think holes would align and not to mention on boron steel-good luck drilling through that with ease. After maybe 12 hours mguyvering half the bumper together I got it to work. No regrets, but shameful from AEV.

  • @teejayroar
    @teejayroar Місяць тому

    The hest mattress, though expensive, is the greatest mattress of all times.

  • @TJ-po9ol
    @TJ-po9ol Місяць тому

    What rear springs are you running for the extra weight? I heard the teraflex overland ones are too stiff and dont flex much in the rocks.

    • @JustinBMcBride
      @JustinBMcBride  Місяць тому +1

      I have the HD springs front and rear. I love them.

  • @garrettm949
    @garrettm949 25 днів тому

    Used Baja's stuff for 13 years and have been a dealer for 5... I just put squadron SAEs on my F350 and they are very underwhelming. Im sure this is more about SAE regulations than Baja's capability, but ya... I would avoid them. Go with sports or pros in wide cornering unless youre "that guy" who likes to keep them onwhen youre driving. If thats the case, then go SAE.

  • @user-rk2ww2cm4v
    @user-rk2ww2cm4v Місяць тому

    Power Wagon owner here... you should upgrade to a PW... I love the power, space, comfort, and capability. Congrats on the baby!

    • @JustinBMcBride
      @JustinBMcBride  Місяць тому +2

      I would love a PW, issue is my HOA. I need to fit in the garage and the Gladiator is the longest truck I can squeeze into our tiny townhome garage.

    • @Jees-jz1mr
      @Jees-jz1mr Місяць тому +1

      ​@@JustinBMcBridemore like you need to move and never deal with HOA again

    • @JustinBMcBride
      @JustinBMcBride  Місяць тому

      @@Jees-jz1mr tell me about it. Going to need to figure out how to go viral here on the tube to afford current home prices!

  • @jswandog
    @jswandog Місяць тому +1

    I believe this as much as I do your "reviews" of the Colorado 4x4 RTTS you did a while back. Gave high praise, got a spot on their website, making everyone think you are a bar of some sort for this thing, got paid, and never used them again.
    So many of these guys that started off humble have very much lost their way, and it's really sad.

    • @JustinBMcBride
      @JustinBMcBride  Місяць тому +1

      Sorry you feel that way. I’m not trying to be deceptive to any viewer. What benefit would that have to you? None.
      The 4X4 Colorado videos on their website are 100% paid overviews of their product. More of an endorsement/overview and not a review. If they titled them as reviews, that is their own decision and not mine.
      4x4 Colorado imports some of the more innovative tent ideas right now. They have flaws, weight being the largest. I think the average weight of their tents is pushing 200 pounds.
      The next is their standard mattress. It’s awful and immediately needs to be replaced with their knockoff Xped, a Hest, or even a bag of rocks to be more comfortable.
      The team is a solid group of humans, they’ve been easy to work with in that they don’t require me to run their tents to talk about them. iKamper on the other hand refuses to talk to me because I have a GFC on the truck.
      I’m sorry your perspective of me is so negative. I’m not here to swindle anybody. But if you disagree with me that strongly, there is little I can do to change it at this point.

  • @OverlandTravelAdventures
    @OverlandTravelAdventures Місяць тому

    Congrats Justin!! Let’s have a UA-cam baby shower!

  • @teamtitanadventures
    @teamtitanadventures 28 днів тому

    How bad is it getting the red dust out of your rig?

    • @JustinBMcBride
      @JustinBMcBride  28 днів тому +1

      Nothing some Adam’s Polishes can’t handle.

  • @cliffarnold7463
    @cliffarnold7463 Місяць тому

    Future episode…. Worth holding out for new engine , powertrain, other features in ‘25?

    • @JustinBMcBride
      @JustinBMcBride  Місяць тому

      I’m not sure. I assume it will be the 4XE and 3.6 only in 2025. If you’re dying for a Gladiator, this one is unofficially for sale. I’ll go over why we’re selling and more details in an upcoming video

  • @dizi17
    @dizi17 Місяць тому

    Now I want to know which teleprompter 😂

    • @JustinBMcBride
      @JustinBMcBride  Місяць тому +1

      This one, with my big iPad Pro: amzn.to/3Wzi8EQ

  • @turbojunki
    @turbojunki Місяць тому

    All Them Baja design lights are insanely priced.

    • @JustinBMcBride
      @JustinBMcBride  Місяць тому +1

      They are pretty proud of them, aren’t they.
      I also like Heretic Studio as a good high-quality brand, but their prices have slowly been creeping upward as well.
      geni.us/hereticstudio

    • @turbojunki
      @turbojunki Місяць тому

      @@JustinBMcBride yes sir. and this isn’t news, I wanna continue to support American companies but with the cost it’s getting tougher. I’ve also been impressed with the diode dynamics products. But same issue. I’ve had KC products since the early 90’s. Same thing. To china we go I guess.

  • @VideosOffRoad
    @VideosOffRoad Місяць тому +1

    READ THE ENGINE WARRANTY CAREFULLY. My understanding is the Jeep Ecodiesel engine warranty is void if you put anything in front of the grill, which you have done big time on this Gladiator.

    • @JustinBMcBride
      @JustinBMcBride  Місяць тому +1

      This is an interesting point. I need to find this, do you have a solid resource where I can read through the warranty? I downloaded the 360 page pdf that is the user manual and didn’t see it in there, so it must really be in some fine print somewhere.

    • @VideosOffRoad
      @VideosOffRoad Місяць тому +1

      @@JustinBMcBrideSorry I don't. I heard that from the local Jeep build shop. They were quite certain about it, but they did say it was in the fine print. I'll see if I can come up with something more concrete. But either way it's a terrible idea to block the radiator on an Ecodiesel, from what I've heard, at least on the JL and JT.

  • @ThomasZippelli
    @ThomasZippelli Місяць тому

    Absolutely hated the warn zeon wireless remote

    • @JustinBMcBride
      @JustinBMcBride  Місяць тому +1

      It couldn’t hold a charge so I ended up using it wired anyway.

  • @returnofthecmack2013
    @returnofthecmack2013 Місяць тому

    Man these gladiators are sweet but I don’t see how anyone who builds out these (or any midsize, really) is within their legal sticker payload limit ya know? It’s the one thing that’s been holding me back on pulling the trigger on something like this. Last thing I want is an insurance kerfuffle. (Plus I don’t rock crawl so there is that. Just FS roads mostly)

    • @JustinBMcBride
      @JustinBMcBride  Місяць тому +1

      Payload and safety rating are constantly in the back of my mind. While I know the truck isn’t hundreds pounds over payload, I know it’s close. Maybe within 100-150 pounds on either side of the needle.
      Either way, it has me rethinking the way I’m doing things.

    • @returnofthecmack2013
      @returnofthecmack2013 Місяць тому +1

      @@JustinBMcBride oh that’s good to know. I thought you’d be a bit higher than that. Sweet. Your setup seems nice and light considering how much you have with you! It’s just tough to finagle it all with this size platform. Good luck with the kiddo and all your family adventures ahead!

  • @whltime11
    @whltime11 Місяць тому

    I'm glad you didn't get the Rivan. Electric vehicles are not as environmentally friendly as they claim not to mention most of the materials used is from China. If something goes wrong with the battery it would cost tens of thousands of to replace them.

    • @JustinBMcBride
      @JustinBMcBride  Місяць тому +2

      I don’t pretend to say that EV is an environmental improvement. The manufacturing process is very much a controversial topic.

    • @whltime11
      @whltime11 Місяць тому

      @@JustinBMcBride I enjoy your content. I started watching you when you were driving the Bronco and when you switched to the Gladiator, it helped convinced me to cancel my Bronco order and get a Gladiator. I was on the fence for a long time, and I am very happy with my decision. Thank you.

  • @Lcg503
    @Lcg503 Місяць тому

    Great video and Congratulations on becoming a Daddy.❤❤❤

  • @Gretchen_Trouble
    @Gretchen_Trouble Місяць тому

    Justin, the transparency in this video (and all your videos) is really appreciated. I always find it difficult to know if a reviewer is being genuine or being well paid. I have no such concerns with you. Also congrats on the bun inbound.

  • @matthewdenboer1076
    @matthewdenboer1076 Місяць тому

    McmasterCarr and Fastenal could have saved you a ton of cash!

  • @rossoverland
    @rossoverland Місяць тому

    Get a 3rd Gen Colorado!!

    • @JustinBMcBride
      @JustinBMcBride  Місяць тому +2

      The AEV Bison is very tempting. But so is the Ranger Raptor. I drove one of those a few months back at a press event and it tickled me in all the right places. lol

    • @ThomasZippelli
      @ThomasZippelli Місяць тому

      My buddy just got the aev canyon, really is pretty sick

  • @mitchsargent5543
    @mitchsargent5543 Місяць тому +4

    The biggest issue I have with content these days, such as this, is there's so much fluff. Can we please (and this note is for all creators), cut edit our videos down more? Zero reason this video needs to be 40 minutes. Still, thanks for the content! Just want it shorter...Oh, and I believe you did put locktite on the bolts lol...Jeeps rattle all bolts out eventually haha

    • @JustinBMcBride
      @JustinBMcBride  Місяць тому +3

      There was a time when 8 minute videos ruled the internet. Anymore the longer the video the better reach it gets. It’s a balance, I agree. But this video didn’t even cover the inside of the truck and what I carry in my decked drawers.
      I appreciate the feedback.

  • @viperbmes
    @viperbmes Місяць тому

    To be fair. No tire is “good” in the snow.

    • @JustinBMcBride
      @JustinBMcBride  Місяць тому +1

      This is true. But Falken’s AT3W never let me down.

  • @Fitatstic
    @Fitatstic Місяць тому

    I can't believe you. You're such a hack. Not paying for everything!
    Just joking. Good for you. It's called successful business and entrepreneurship. Keep putting out the great honest content and congratulations on the new addition to the family. Keep putting out the amazing adventures and teaming up with your buddies, Rob, Will and David. Excited to see what you do in the future!
    P.S. yes, filters are for schmucks.

  • @JohnSmith-bq7gz
    @JohnSmith-bq7gz Місяць тому

    Well at least your honest which is hard to come by on UA-cam now days. About the EV deal, now I’m gonna be honest. I probably won’t watch that if this becomes an EV only channel because I’m just not in to that nor see myself getting into that.

    • @JustinBMcBride
      @JustinBMcBride  Місяць тому +1

      How about this, I make the channel less about what I drive and more about the places I go?
      Vehicles are temporary, they change, builds evolve, tastes mature, needs develop. The whole reason my channel isn’t named Wasatch Overland, like it once was, is because I am more than my car and more than my hobbies.
      If you’re not into EVs, that’s fine, but if you’re into adventure and travel, it shouldn’t matter what I drive.
      This will be a major focus shift in the coming year on the channel. Cars are neat, but fleeting. And constantly playing with what I drive to appease trends and the algorithm isn’t healthy.

  • @Whackjob_
    @Whackjob_ Місяць тому

    Gucci has gotten out of control

  • @Bikepro4x
    @Bikepro4x Місяць тому +1

    Justin I’m sure you’re getting a lot of hate for your sponsorships. (Hence all the disclaimers). If people don’t know by now it’s just how this content is made. I come here to see the trails and get ideas for my build.
    Keep up the hard work providing for your family and don’t worry about the haters. I’m a big gear nerd too and if I had the chance to “try” so many cool products I would jump on it. As it is I’m content with my ground tent and gas money for the time being.
    Hopefully some day we’ll cross paths and have a cold one around a campfire and talk about cool gear.
    Until then keep posting I love the content sponsored or not 👍🏻

  • @Kibler615
    @Kibler615 17 днів тому

    You had gone missing for a month and then a month again… I used to love your videos but it seems you came back with a real negative attitude. There’s a fine line between realism and pessimism. I hope you start climbing towards positive vibes! This could be a reason why your newer videos aren’t being viewed so much. You seem like you’re doing this as a job and for the free stuff, not because you LOVE it.

    • @JustinBMcBride
      @JustinBMcBride  16 днів тому

      So is this comment real or pessimistic?
      I think you’re right though, I talk about this in a video I’m editing right now. But so much of what I do has become about what I’m driving and not where I’m going. Trip videos tank on my channel, so videos like this are work. These are the ones that pay the bills.
      It’s not about free stuff, it’s about feeding my family. Do you ever have days that you don’t want to go into work but you need to? Me too, even with creating UA-cam content.
      No about my absence, we had a baby! 😀
      That has been a big reason for limited releases and reposting of older deleted videos.

  • @neostephens8980
    @neostephens8980 Місяць тому +2

    You can have that ugly EV thingy all day long. I'll keep my Jeep.

    • @JustinBMcBride
      @JustinBMcBride  Місяць тому +9

      The only thing ugly here is your attitude.

    • @neostephens8980
      @neostephens8980 Місяць тому

      @@JustinBMcBride Just a personal preference dude - calm down. I didn't say you were ugly, just that truck is ugly. Just b/c someone doesn't agree with you, doesn't mean they are being ugly, but that is the attitude of most UA-camrs these days. Enjoy your ugly truck and your ugly ego.

    • @TylerOstergaard
      @TylerOstergaard Місяць тому +1

      i'm with you on the EV not a fan. have you seen it crashing into road barriors they just go right through crazy to to each there own

    • @RevereOverland
      @RevereOverland 20 днів тому

      @@TylerOstergaard they're lighter than my Tundra, so if a Rivian will do it, so will my truck.

    • @TylerOstergaard
      @TylerOstergaard 20 днів тому

      @@RevereOverland it seems like guardrails are set to stop 5000 pounds and the rivian r1t is 7000 plus all the extras we like to put on them. the video showing the crash test is called "Rivian R1T crash-tested against guardrail"
      some are speculating that having the weight lower down is causing issues with the batterys but hard to say if that makes a big deal or not
      seems more like they need to update the standards with quardrails to deal with heavier cars and trucks