Muddy Ruttzz

15/11/2025

Thinking about your first Mojave Road overlanding trip? Check out our expert-level tips on planning and ex*****on that will make your adventure unforgettable! 🌄🚙👉 https://wix.to/6rwswed

Following a couple of trial camping trips to test our Jeep/trailer/gear combination, we felt prepared for the Mojave Road.

14/11/2025

🌲 Just wrapped up building my Gladiator EcoDiesel overlanding rig! After 3 1/2 years, I’m excited to share the ultimate DIY guide where I dive into all the parts that make this ride a daily driver AND a capable off-road vehicle. Check it out here: https://wix.to/u8eeWS2

14/11/2025

Is the PERFECT Daily Driver and Overlanding Vehicle even possible? After three and a half years and two Jeeps, this 2022 Jeep Gladiator DIY project is FINALLY "done"—a purpose-built rig that balances daily comfort with extreme trail capability. But getting here wasn't easy, and there's one shocking "secret" that kept this build smart and capable.
https://youtu.be/8JJOrG8fIVM

Is the PERFECT Daily Driver and Overlanding Vehicle even possible? After three and a half years and two Jeeps, this 2022 Jeep Gladiator DIY project is FINALL...

08/11/2025

I have some interesting projects and I have written in depth articles and created videos for on my website. Check it out and browse!

How do you rebuild a floor jack. change the oil, oil filter, fuel filter, and air filter, bend sheet metal at home or even pack a cooler for 5 days in the desert. That and more are covered in the Articles in this category.

04/11/2025

The Walk of Dedication: 40 Years Forged in Union Sheet Metal. SMWIA
Join retired sheet metal worker and long-time union member for a symbolic walk marking a 40-year career forged in Union Sheet Metal. The short video captures a reflective moment at the stunning Alabama Hills, with the snow-capped Sierra Nevada mountains, as a visual representation of the decades of hard work and dedication to the trade. Wearing SMWIA gear, this walk represents the journey from apprentice to retirement. Watch and share this tribute to the building trades, the Sheet Metal Workers' International Association (SMWIA), and the next chapter in life of a retired Sheet Metal Worker who created the Youtube Channel Muddy Ruttzz.
Check out the Channel:
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30/10/2025

That's the takeaway from my latest milestone! My video, which teaches the best way to fill a floor jack with oil and purge the air, has officially surpassed 70,000 views.

For the YouTube giants, that number might be small, but for Muddy Ruttzz it's a huge accomplishment worth celebrating! It proves that focusing on real-world, practical solutions is what truly resonates with people. If you can clearly explain how to fix a common problem—like a struggling floor jack—people will find you.

I'm a retired sheet metal worker who loves to share useful 'how-to' knowledge, and seeing this kind of reach is incredibly motivating.

Want to see what all the fuss is about? You can check out the article and video here: https://www.muddyruttzz.com/post/diy-bleed-hydraulic-floor-jack
The story of how I first got interested in floor jacks is a whole different tale of its own... stay tuned! 😉

26/10/2025

Great article on how to upgrade your diff covers for off-road use. Includes video turtorial. Check it out!

https://www.muddyruttzz.com/post/dana-spicer-performance-differential-cover-installation

There are a lot of great covers out there, but today we’re talking about the Dana/Spicer Advantek Performance Front Differential Cover (Part #10044799). This part fits the Dana 44 M210 axles found on the Jeep Gladiator (JT) and the Jeep JL Wrangler. I chose the Dana/Spicer Differential Cover for a...

25/10/2025

Is your trusty hydraulic floor jack acting like it needs a major coffee IV just to lift a feather? ☕️ Or is it descending faster than your motivation on a Monday morning?

Don't buy a new one! Your jack is probably just gassy and dehydrated.

We've got the rescue plan in the latest issue of The Muddy Ruttzz Gazette: "How to Bleed Air and Add Fluid to Your Hydraulic Floor Jack for Optimal Performance." It's a quick fix to get that lift capacity back to 100%.

Stop struggling with a saggy jack! Click the link below to read the full article and resurrect your garage hero: https://www.muddyruttzz.com

P.S. If a simple fluid top-off doesn't work, don't despair—we have the ultimate nuclear option! Check out my full video on replacing the seals and O-rings, which will definitely fix your jack and get you back to lifting safely.

23/10/2025

Get ready to be amazed by White Sands National Park! 🏜️ Did you know this stunning landscape in New Mexico has a fascinating past and present?

Here are some mind-blowing facts about this unique national park:

Ancient Ocean Legacy: Believe it or not, White Sands was once home to an ancient ocean! The gypsum that forms its iconic dunes is a direct link to this prehistoric past.

Gypsum Galore: It boasts the largest deposit of gypsum in the entire world! This is why the sands are dazzling white and stay cool even on the hottest days.

Ancient History: This land has been home to ancient Native American communities for thousands of years, leaving behind a rich cultural heritage.

Dunes from the Badlands: These brilliant white dunes spectacularly spring up out of the stark New Mexico badlands, creating a truly otherworldly sight.

Military Neighbors: White Sands is surrounded by significant military installations like Fort Bliss and the White Sands Missile Range, adding another layer to its unique story.

Have you ever visited White Sands? What was your favorite part? Let us know in the comments! 👇

22/10/2025

With Fresh Hot Content – I just got recognized as one of their top fans! 🎉

18/10/2025

Are you ensuring your diesel filters are up to par? Learn how quality control impacts performance directly. Trusting brands like Doc's Diesel offers the assurance you need! Dive into our latest blog post here: https://wix.to/jpW4xGU

The core reason I trust quality Doc's Diesel kits is their quality control assurance. They guarantee their filters meet or exceed OEM specifications, regardless of the country of manufacture. I learned this the hard way after a no-name filter failed on me once—you're paying for the confidence that...

17/10/2025

The 2026 Jeep Jamboree schedule just dropped. 🤔 This one's a real head-scratcher... After much deliberation (and a full five seconds of thought), I guess we'll just have to commit to Moab! See you all on the trails! Should be as much fun as we had in Ouray. 😉
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