The Snow Bombi Is Back Just In Time!

Matt's Off Road Recovery

28 Jan 202435:17

Summary

TLDRThe team works on repairing and modifying an old truck named 'Banana' including upgrading the shocks and transfer case. Meanwhile, Robbie drops off another truck called 'Bombie' that his shop rebuilt. The team then begins dismantling the Bombie to customize and upgrade components like the engine and transmission by trial-fitting parts. Despite setbacks getting the new engine to fit properly, they remain determined to get it running, while also helping another customer with repairs on his vintage dune buggy project.

Takeaways

😀 They fixed up an old vehicle called the 'Bombie' from a previous video.
🚗 They are upgrading parts on their project vehicle, the 'Banana'.
🔧 They installed new struts and shocks on the Banana to fix a leaning issue.
🛠️ They removed the bed from the Bombie to make space for engine work.
🔩 They rebuilt and painted the engine for the Bombie.
⛽️ They attempted to install the rebuilt engine but ran into fitment issues.
🔧 They made modifications to try to get the engine to fit properly.
🛠️ The engine installation took much longer than expected due to unforeseen fitment problems.
😕 The oil pan may be interfering with the engine mounts causing the issues.
🔧 They will continue working to diagnose and fix the engine fitment problems.

Q & A

What vehicle is the focus of the video?
-The vehicle is called 'the Bombi', which is a custom off-road vehicle that Robbie and his team built.
What repairs and upgrades are planned for the Bombi?
-Planned repairs and upgrades include: leveling up the shocks, installing a new transfer case, building a twin stick shifter, and fixing engine issues like a leaky radiator.
What event is the Bombi being prepared for?
-The Bombi is being prepared for the upcoming Off-Road Games happening March 14-16.
What color is the Bombi painted?
-The Bombi is painted a custom yellow color called "Bombie Yellow" to match.
What engine does the Bombi have?
-The Bombi has a rebuilt 6.0L V8 engine that was custom built with some new parts.
What challenges did they encounter installing the engine?
-They had interference issues fitting the new engine back into the vehicle, likely due to a difference with the oil pan.
How can viewers enter to compete in the Off-Road Games?
-Viewers can enter by downloading the Matt's Offroad Recovery app and watching for the livestream on January 30th.
What other project vehicle is worked on in the video?
-They also work on upgrading and repairing a vehicle called 'the Banana', including installing new shocks and a transfer case.
Who is Robbie?
-Robbie is likely another YouTube creator who collaborated on building the Bombi.
What is the overall goal for the Bombi?
-The overall goal is to get the Bombi ready to compete in various challenges at the upcoming Off-Road Games.