World's Largest Off Road Wrecker...There Can Be Only One.

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@alexduke5402 2 жыл бұрын

Those tow hooks he gave you are really strong we have had loaded 3 axle dump trucks buried to the axles and used them to pull them out. He put those on a fire truck as a pulling point. they will handle all the pulling power that truck has. I'm so confident I'll send you one to test with if you will. Those things are no joke!

@lightman489 2 жыл бұрын

Hopefully they see your post and take you up on the offer, I think they will rip away from the frame before you ever damage them

@edwardcokley9224 2 жыл бұрын

@@lightman489 I agree I think the weakest points will be found in the bolting or the weld failing. Maybe the hook straightening but I don't see it breaking, if it's a original and not a cast reproduction. Either way I'd love to see the test. Saw on other tow point hook tested it never broke but the mounting did and they could never find it. So if Matt's Offroaf sees this maybe they'll think to attach a locator.

@markanderson9857 2 жыл бұрын

Yep! I've got those also. Off my old 57 Chevy 2 ton farm truck. They pulled it out with a load. When it was stuck axle deep without any problems.

@mrolsen6987 2 жыл бұрын

It seams like we have to comment on this one so it gets to the top 👍

@llamawarllord 2 жыл бұрын

I bet torque test channel could come up with a cool rig to see how strong it is

@jimbobf8017 2 жыл бұрын

I'm a farmer that works construction and loves four wheeling. Something I put on all my flatbed trucks that is extremely handy is a medium sized shop vice. In your line of work it might be something you would appreciate. I love your work Matt, your work ethic, and your family and friends are amazing. Happy father's day Matt and hello to the whole crew. Everyone's special personality is what makes this channel the best.

@MrEvanNoyes 2 жыл бұрын

I had a vice that went into the hitch receiver for our off-road work vehicles. It’s a little awkward being that low but sometimes being able to vice something real quick gets you out of a jam!

@loganduffy3780 2 жыл бұрын

they finally put one in our(truck leasing company) mobile service truck that we use to go out of town to go repair trucks at remote lots. it was well worth it

@Mr.Safety. 2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely. I have a homemade tailgate that I can throw on that has a vice on it, and yes, "throw" is a term I use very loosely

@alexduke5402 2 жыл бұрын

I'm a farmer that farms and there's nothing more handy than a receiver mounted vise. You add in a torch and a welder there's not much you can't do!

@amazeddude1780 2 жыл бұрын

Matt has more than enough vices to keep even the most debauched amused.

@dennisogawa2829 2 жыл бұрын

Matt Your tank mount may crack over time! Any frame flex will twist the tank and eventually crack the mount or tank. I've been in the fuel tank business for 45 years. It's best to use perimeter straps with rubber cushions to allow the frame to flex without twisting the tank. Offroad race cars never tab their tanks straps only.

@mikeleard9187 2 жыл бұрын

I was thinking the same thing.

@mick00000000002 2 жыл бұрын

To wide . No different to a normal tank. ... if on a hill. Need narrow tank. With a fuel level separate. To know your trully empty. Pickup at the bottom of a narrow tank. You know for shore. God bless

@justanotheryoutubeuploader 2 жыл бұрын

And now he's gonna make a segment in his next video why you are wrong and why is gonna do it his way anyway.

@devinbardy2545 2 жыл бұрын

@@justanotheryoutubeuploader I'm sure something along the Lines of "The frame won't flex"

@runnerfore9164 2 жыл бұрын

Hey man I got a project Mud truck I'm gonna make a custom tank for you have another form of contact we can discuss it through

@PatrickRemington 2 жыл бұрын

My hood don't wiggle wiggle it folds and the subsequent no no no.. had me rolling! 😂😂

@treborheminway3814 2 жыл бұрын

It's great that Matt talks to his audience and clarifies confusion in the peanut gallery. He's a phenomenal educator in many aspects of recovery vehicles and handling life's challenges. This is the best channel on KZfaq.

@bobsmiley6255 2 жыл бұрын

Very eloquently said Trevor, Matt has a way of bringing everyone together on a project.

@buddsmokengood 2 жыл бұрын

Why does this say 2 replies but yet I only see one....

@randytidmore8021 2 жыл бұрын

It just shows how intelligent Matt is!

@nigelsmith7366 2 жыл бұрын

Says one from the peanut gallery himself lol🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

@Sanderly1820 2 жыл бұрын

I mentioned the other truck so I'm in the peanut club, I know diddly shit about wreckers or recovery trucks, so I apologise that you think i asked a stupid question, ilove this channel but 99% of the stuff he talks about I m clueless

@murderedjku 2 жыл бұрын

I think my favorite part of watching morr builds, is the fact hat Matt doesn't care if they have absolutely perfect fab work. instead he let's it act as a learning process for the younger ones, and helps them learn.

@davidwayne9982 2 жыл бұрын

Yes, wish I were 30 years younger-- I'd go work for him FREE just for the training and experience.. :)

@davidjohnson2639 2 жыл бұрын

I love the hooks. As A volunteer firefighter it makes me happy to see them being used on this rig.

@paulquiroz4070 2 жыл бұрын

Lizzy, you are doing outstanding weldings. as an advise, I believe you should get certified, which, it is not the same as knowing how to weld. That is an added value for you, as an individual and you can make a career out of it, if you really like that...

@RobbyLayton 2 жыл бұрын

17:54 Trevor has seriously great taste In shirts!! The heavy wrecker is turning out so cool!!! You guys are doing an awesome job!

@dewaynerapp8587 2 жыл бұрын

Robby how much did you pay Trevor to wear your shirt

@charlesirby9222 2 жыл бұрын

Glad'Ya made it home 'Cup'Cake'! ...😎👍

@stephenautopsy6246 2 жыл бұрын

Lmao I saw that

@gunnerfanning5921 2 жыл бұрын

yup Robby, it's gettin' built "expertly" lol.....love your channel also... Matt, Paul, and Robby, love watchin' you and the crews...y'all do this old mans heart good... be safe... :)

@PhilipAnderson 2 жыл бұрын

Say Matt, safety glasses are a great idea when making any chips, drilling, milling, grinding and sanding. Today safety glasses are so much better than the clumsy goggles they gave us back in the 1960’s in metal shop in middle school. I spent 30 years in Silicon Valley building equipment, just want to see you keep your vision.

@kcrreedranch 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Matt.From my personal experience. Please don't weld any type of mount to the gas tank. Make a saddle and strap it down. I made that mistake on a vehicle that never left paved roads. And it still cracked . I know the tank you have is heavy gauge steel. It will still crack. Just trying to help.

@JohnSmith-eg6fh 2 жыл бұрын

That is exactly what I was going to point out, the weight of that tank full, frame flex, rough terrain. Those welded connections will work and tear the tank.

@om617yota8 2 жыл бұрын

He's not welding to the tank, he's going to wrap it with straps, with rubber between the strap and the tank. Rewatch that section of the video.

@robertbcope 2 жыл бұрын

@@om617yota8 He literally says he is welding it to the tank. Watch again and listen.

@om617yota8 2 жыл бұрын

@@robertbcope Woops, right you are. I completely misheard that the first time. Yeah I agree, why not wrap the strap around the tank like every single automaker does? That tank is going to weigh 400+ lbs when full, those welds are going to pop and dump fuel everywhere.......

@grantadamson3478 2 жыл бұрын

Totally agree. Eventually those stress points where it's welded to the fuel tank will crack.

@DTQ14 2 жыл бұрын

The real question will be the steering… My 8.1 pulls really hard right at every gas station.

@feloniousmonk3049 2 жыл бұрын

And I bet your wallet can fly after every fillup, too!

@C.V._McCullar 2 жыл бұрын

Engine we had got 14 loaded or empty.

@jackrichards1863 2 жыл бұрын

@@C.V._McCullar Ha Ha Didn't even notice the extra. There's no replacement for displacement !

@bertbccfu9564 Жыл бұрын

@@C.V._McCullar that's actually not bad I had a super duty with a 5.3 terrible Choice by Ford , way underpowered for such a heavy truck but I would get 12 - 13 loaded,unloaded ,towing, didnt matter

@jthomp997 Жыл бұрын

@BERT BCCFU I don't think ford ever put a 5.3 in a super duty or any pickup. I think it might be offered in the mustangs but I thought it was mainly a crate motor

@edkaempf906 2 жыл бұрын

LOL. Love your reference to "those of you in Rio Linda"!! That is so Rush Limbaugh of you. I've lived in the Sacramento area for decades, where Rush started his long radio career on KFBK. Rio Linda is next to Sacramento, and Rush gave them a good-natured jab for years.

@tomtribur458 2 жыл бұрын

I’m just up the road from there, work there often, Rush liked to mention the cars on blocks in the front yards in Rio Linda

@ctrlaltdel877 2 жыл бұрын

The tow hooks from other rescue vehicles are a nice touch Matt. Happy Fathers day to all!

@isaacfortner 2 жыл бұрын

“My hood don’t jiggle, it folds” had me cracking up! 🤣

@landscapingspecialist 2 жыл бұрын

That how you build an off-road wrecker. Hats off ladies and gentleman that put their blood sweat and tears into it. It will serve you all well I am certain. 🤘🏻

@donaldfrazier5244 2 жыл бұрын

Matt the pride of workmanship and the obvious admiration of your crew is awesome,great group of people !

@topher9671 2 жыл бұрын

Matt, I LOVE the fact that you use older car bodies and watching you guys fabricate through the issues to make them work is a big part of the reason I loved the build series you have made!!!

@dr.skipkazarian5556 2 жыл бұрын

The "fun" part of this build is in its inherent educational perspective....your work is more driven from intuition and real life experience than textbook engineering....this requires a lot more in the way of creativity and a solid sense of integrity....two very important qualities.

@AffordBindEquipment 2 жыл бұрын

it also allows for way more flexibility in design and execution. If it works, it's all good. how you got there is no one's business.

@garyp.7501 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for taking the time to explain the why and the where of the build. For us non home built vehicle types, it's fun to see what can be done with some steel, a welder and some ingenuity.

@CorkscrewTrail 2 жыл бұрын

“For those of you in Rio Linda” 😂😂😂😂. Pure Gold from the golden EIB microphone!!!

@wyo-chance9753 2 жыл бұрын

The tank turned out awsome. Only thing that popped in to my head would be to build a back up fuel pump since you had to customize it, and throw it on the shelf. Fuel pumps seem to fail at the worst possible times.

@wyo-chance9753 2 жыл бұрын

@@MattsOffRoadRecovery Yes, that is nice. Was not sure how much you had to put in to customizing the pump, in case you needed one on trail and could have someone just grab it off shelf and bring to you. I know Napa does not carry it, which makes this build so sweet!!!

@Dozav7 2 жыл бұрын

Lol. Have the backup already installed in the tank with valves and a switch! It’d be awesome! Edit: or it’d be a huge mess that adds failure points.

@Backroad_Junkie 2 жыл бұрын

This is Matt. He needs a backup fuel tank, lol...

@darksideemt 2 жыл бұрын

This was the day we stopped by and got to meet everyone and see the shop. Thank you for taking a pause in filming so we could visit, it's much appreciated. Happy Father's Day Matt and all the other dads.

@LivingOnCash 2 жыл бұрын

I've never built anything like the wrecker but have been building hot rods and 4x4's for over 40 years. I generally use straps and rubber isolators on fuel tanks. Welding the strap to the tank could cause the tank to crack at the weld because of flexing. Another tip: if you lengthen the float arm and center the pivot (up and down) it will read correctly and you won't have it stuck on full until half tank. Love the build so far!

@richgetz 2 жыл бұрын

13:12 PERFECT product placement. Now you just need them to sponsor the show!

@Col2617 2 жыл бұрын

I have a friend who was a boilermaker/welder for many years without protection from UV. Please look after yourselves, his arms are totally bad news. Love your channel.

@joshuaparshall1409 2 жыл бұрын

I figured they would be wearing fr long sleeve shirts I know I do or my fr coveralls

@spaight711 2 жыл бұрын

IDK how they do it. If I do a little bit of welding without sleeves, I’m feeling it for the next couple days.

@markanderson9857 2 жыл бұрын

Yes I'm glad to see Lizzie has sleeves on in this video. Often she hasn't. I've got cancer that started that way. From years of welding without arm protection.

@davewinch6029 2 жыл бұрын

I spent an afternoon welding with all my protective gear on, later that day I noticed an area on my wrist that was burned red because it was exposed. About a week later it was brown and leathery. A month later, it peeled off in one piece like a hunk of brown dried-up tape. I was extra careful after that, long gloves and long sleeves always.

@vegasfordguy 2 жыл бұрын

When I picked up my first harbor freight flux core welder I was burnt red like a lobster! I had no idea it could give you the worse sunburn you ever had. I do now!

@opossom1968 2 жыл бұрын

You could add a Level sight tube to the out side of the fuel tank. Easy to do, drill, weld in a 2 bungs, clear tubing. Instant fuel Level indicator.

@nickh.3315 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah I’m with you on this one

@brandonthurber7054 2 жыл бұрын

After driving an 8.1 (and loving it) this build has been so cool to watch. I've even learned more about this motor than I knew before. The low end torque is crazy, you can barely feel towing ~4500 with 3.73s. Good job guys! These do have oil consumption/leakage as they age (not sure block mileage) but should be an easy 300k mile motor if maintained depending on environment.

@daviddavis9720 2 жыл бұрын

I love the reference to Rush Limbaugh "for those of you in Rio Linda"

@terrypennell416 2 жыл бұрын

Loved the Rush reference to Rio Linda !!!!

@my31and37 2 жыл бұрын

Made my day...

@B.r.i.a.n.1 2 жыл бұрын

Came looking for this. He's missed!

@CabinCruiser 2 жыл бұрын

Happy Father's Day to Matt, Trevor, Tucker, and all the other Dad's Off Road Recovery crew. 🏆

@jamesbean3088 2 жыл бұрын

Does anyone else want to see pictures of Matt and Trevor together in the 4th grade?? You gotta give the people what they want!! 🙂

@ianabrams1704 2 жыл бұрын

This is the first time I watched one of your videos that wasn't performing recoveries and it was very cool watching how you build your wrecker. Your custom upgrades definitely show your years of experience. Keep the build videos coming.

@woolfwoolf 2 жыл бұрын

Matt, the way you talk to us, the audience, is the reason I keep coming back.

@Dave.T. 2 жыл бұрын

👍🏻Happy Father’s Day to all the dads!

@JustinDeckardFamilyMan 2 жыл бұрын

@briangillespie3291 2 жыл бұрын

@@JustinDeckardFamilyMan ty

@Michael-rg7mx 2 жыл бұрын

And to all the dads who didn't have a choice. Sorry but you don't get to be a dad. She wanted a choice and took yours away.

@leskobrandon538 2 жыл бұрын

Father of two, Dad to none... That's my situation....

@danielakers9711 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks buddy

@scottvadon2095 2 жыл бұрын

Matt, you definitely have a "Smokey Yunick" approach to engineering ... and I love it !!!

@dalethorburn6626 2 жыл бұрын

Matt your Heavy Wrecker build has kindled old memories for me. Thanks! I owned and ran Wreckers in the Gold District of the Northern Ca. mountains. I had a off road 1970 2 ton Dodge Power Wagon with a Holmes 480 twin boom on the back. That truck was solid Iron that bounced off boulders and trees. I was able to purchase and run specially made recapped tractor tread tires. Great for the mud / snow and worked well for very sticky situations. Many good times and many challenging recoveries. Working a vehicle off road is a very expensive thing to do.

@rc7366 2 жыл бұрын

Matt, Make sure the firetruck hooks are mounted with hooks toward the outside. They are left and right handed to carry the load and keep the rope on.

@marv8481 2 жыл бұрын

He also stated these are not going to be functional anchor points, just maybe wrapping the winch rope or recovery rope around to simply hold while repositioning

@randytravis3998 2 жыл бұрын

@Daniel Hollingsworth could use double sided tape to hold them in place good 3m tape should hold ..

@Skinflaps_Meatslapper 2 жыл бұрын

@@randytravis3998 sticky tack so he can reposition for different situations

@Crewsy 2 жыл бұрын

So you think he just accidentally got it right for video demonstration. 🤷🏻‍♂️🤦‍♂️

@57boomer44 2 жыл бұрын

I did 18 years in the fire service and LOVE this story. The chrome hooks are AWESOME!!! Keep up the good work.

@proscriptus 2 жыл бұрын

Do you know what those are rated for?

@mikeblair2594 11 ай бұрын

As a blacksmith I absolutely know your love of old iron. I literally love working with old wrought iron. That's something that nobody has made in almost two hundred years. No since the invention of the Bessemer process of making steel. The closest analog to wrought iron we have now is mild steel with ain't the same. That smidgen of carbon and lack of silica makes a big change in how you forge and forge weld. Have fun. I know you make me smile a lot so that's somethin.

@ShortStackJK2015 2 жыл бұрын

Love your videos and can’t imagine you calling anyone out. You and your crew are the nicest people in off-road recovery!!!

@anthonybarnett7181 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Matt I think you should strap it all the way around the tank , to maintain the integrity of the tank . That is a lot of weight just to be secured from the bottom. I have had boats with angle iron clips on the bottom and it had them rip out of the fiberglass and rip the the angle iron off. You can imagine how much fuel that would pour out quite rapidly.

@tedsaylor6016 2 жыл бұрын

Agree with straps over the top. Dead load is 60x6=360lbs but a shock load of 4G will be 1,440lbs. If you hit something hard you'll see more than 4G...

@cojones8518 2 жыл бұрын

I look for those welds to pull loose too. Matt's gotten cocky since the Cat's tread repair, but there's a world of difference between going into a ditch because a track came off and fifty gallons of fuel spilling onto a hot exhaust. Should definitely strap the tank.

@zeke112964 2 жыл бұрын

@@tedsaylor6016 Like using the recovery rope would be a good example of the force applied to those welds with a full tank of gas

@larrythompson8630 2 жыл бұрын

@@cojones8518 I think the ease of using straps. The fact you are not putting pressure on one point. Welds are often stronger then metal welded to. BUT the actual metal just next to the weld is normally weaker. (Until heavy metal). Every under 1/16” metal weld holds, but metal just off actual weld is where it fails.

@mmorgz6622 2 жыл бұрын

Second this. It's alot of shock load to be put on small welds. Definitely not ideal for a fuel tank

@shadyvito 2 жыл бұрын

I love that you use these old tucks! I was a tank tester for the Navy at the Philadelphia Naval Shipyard back in the day. The best was when they put you in a tank and sealed it. They would let you know when it was pressurized and the fun would start. I would light a candle and walk it along the welds. If the flame pointed at the weld, it's a leak. It was a cool job.

@Hmfirestormz 2 жыл бұрын

I would die of claustrophobia

@dontworrydehappy7104 Жыл бұрын

Matt, you are a great teacher - so patient and kind to the younger ones who, although brilliant, are not as experienced - but quick studies and excellent work!

@HOYTRYKK 2 жыл бұрын

Don’t worry Matt, this kind of insight videos are just as thrilling as a recovery in the wild. We’ve got Ed, Trevor, Lizzy, all the other cool guys and gals. Love your stuff 🇳🇴🇨🇦🇺🇸

@sweethomevirginia7746 2 жыл бұрын

Hooray! A nod to Rush and Rio Lindo. This was a great episode. Thanks, Matt, for taking the time to explain and graciously engage with your viewing audience. Your kind spirit and fun attitude is much appreciated. Happy Father's Day.

@kpwelker23 2 жыл бұрын

Glad someone else picked up on this. haha.

@ThunderChasers 2 жыл бұрын

I got the Rush nod as well. RIP to the greatest to ever speak into a microphone. The GOLDEN EIB microphone.

@ThunderChasers 2 жыл бұрын

@@RealJeep That's the truth!

@avlisk 2 жыл бұрын

Matt could do a recovery with half his Banana tied behind his back.

@ChevyARt15 2 жыл бұрын

As soon as I heard that I flashed back to El Rushbo.

@MrShanegoldman 2 жыл бұрын

You need to run straps around the tank. The vibration over time especially going off road the way you do, the metal the tank is made of will fatigue and crack. On our Oshkosh concrete mixers we use a three point system two on the back one on the front with springs to allow the frame to twist and flex and the stress isn't passed on to the ridged tank.

@garyrhodes7089 2 жыл бұрын

I agree welding brackets to heavy fuel tank is a poor idea for a off road vehicle

@kpolenz9772 2 жыл бұрын

I was thinking about those stress cracks too.

@SnorrioK 2 жыл бұрын

He doesn't need straps on the tank, the truck frame itself is completely rigid (covered in a previous video). If the tank was about half the weight of the truck, the rigid welds might fail, otherwise I don't think they will.

@OrmondOtvos 2 жыл бұрын

Agree that a quarter-ton tank needs more comfort in its seating, but that elongated fuel gauge is doomed.

@om617yota8 2 жыл бұрын

Watch the video again, he's not welding the tank. He's using straps, and using rubber between the straps and the tank.

@riverrat5865 2 жыл бұрын

I absolutely love watching this build. I had a 92 sedan DeVille all maroon as my first car and just dreamed about making her a 4x4 that towed my raft trailer like the morvair. Sadly the engine seized before I found the donor and she wasn't welcome to sit. Keep up this amazing work, it's the most neutral and wonderful channel to watch

@fernandomurillo9272 2 жыл бұрын

Trevor you are the MAN. Love seeing everyone working together on the truck. Can’t wait to see it on the road

@HavocSun 2 жыл бұрын

Matt your channel is growing, you've brought others to share in your growth. Your becoming bigger than you may have ever thought. Stay humble, that's what makes this channel so great!

@gv280z 2 жыл бұрын

Matt, "For those of you in Rio Linda" I understand that reference and I appreciate the hell out of it, way to keep his memory alive...

@curtguillot5374 2 жыл бұрын

Beat me to it, Rush baby for life!!

@ubroberts5541 2 жыл бұрын

He is dearly missed. Thanks Matt.

@markbunn8576 2 жыл бұрын

Heck yeah! I came to the comments to see if anyone else picked up on that.

@carlward 2 жыл бұрын

👍

@highplainsdrifter498 2 жыл бұрын

What is awesome? This build, the crew, Matt, all of you thanks for sharing, and having fun doing it! Out here in South Dakota farm country , that truck would be call "the Binder". This comes from back in the day when International Harvester had the best "binder" in the business. A binder was an early harvesting device that revolutionized grain shocking. Bundles of wheat were bound, so they could be hauled to the threshing machine. Just a little history of the International Harvester name.

@MrFreebirdIII 2 жыл бұрын

For those of you in Rio Linda! That made my day!

@HickSquatch 2 жыл бұрын

The wrecker is coming together beautifully!! Retired firefighter myself, I really enjoy the repurposing of an old fire truck!! Clark is a great name; it is also Superman’s cover name; fitting. Lizzy is getting quite good at stacking dimes!! Those are some really nice welds!! She reminds me of Jessi Combs at that age when she was just starting her career. Very good work! 💪

@karlklein2966 2 жыл бұрын

14:59 I think Lizzy's welds look more like stacking hearts. 🙂 I notice Matt uses the youngins with good eyes and steady hands to do the welding. I've had to admit my age myself and hand the baton er....gun, to the next generation.

@YewtBoot 2 жыл бұрын

Second that "Clark" is an awesome choice for a name. I'm rolling jokes around in my head already using that name.

@larryandbarbi6561 2 жыл бұрын

Matt: Your Rio Linda comments made me warm and fuzzy as I had not heard that term since Rush passed away. It was great to hear it again. Like all of your videos but your build videos are awesome!! Please keep up the great work and keep the wonderful videos coming!! Hoping to see you and the team later this year as we pass through Hurricane.

@jaredniland 2 жыл бұрын

It absolutely did for me as well, I wondered if anyone else caught it…especially in light of recently hearing “my city was gone” play live for the last time…cheers from the other side of the keyboard

@imsurethisisnotme4736 2 жыл бұрын

The comment made me smile too. Miss ya Rush

@jmalin1975 2 жыл бұрын

Great reference that only RL dittoheads would catch

@straybullitt 2 жыл бұрын

I wonder if Matt has ever been to Rio Linda? 🤔

@jccorder1 2 жыл бұрын

I caught it too, then he made a "Friends" reference. I miss Rush

@romanmedina7977 Жыл бұрын

After watching all the Facebook videos, and then finally coming to the yt channel, this is my new favorite fabrication/offroad channel

@deniseleppanen9016 2 жыл бұрын

Great to see Rhett helping & learning in the shop. 👍

@TreasuresBymelanie 2 жыл бұрын

The addition of the historic fire engine hooks on the front make the new wrecker look so much like a warthog!! Love it!!!

@ebikeliverystable 2 жыл бұрын

Amazing job folks. Glad to see Lizzy become an expert welder along her journey of life with you Matt. Happy father's day Guys.

@sigmanoir Жыл бұрын

Thanks for giving us the comparrison to Kenny's truck, that was really interesting to see. I had seen it and it does look larger with the three axles, until you start describing their 44" tires to your 54" and more. Those Warthog Tusks look so cool, that was a super nice gift. I'm looking forward to this being finished. It's cool watching you and Paul getting these nearer to being finished.

@bigguycamping 8 ай бұрын

Best part of this video was hearing Matt call it a bonnet. Never heard an American call it a bonnet. Well done.

@torvador9384 2 жыл бұрын

I love they way you teach your crew how to use every little tool from spanner to torch.... your patients is amazing like any good teacher.... instead of doing it all yourself you teach and guide....Awsome job. love watching

@vipahman 2 жыл бұрын

The off the cuff engineering approach is what astounds me. You guys are incredibly talented.

@jepomer 2 жыл бұрын

It's called "prototyping" and "proof of concept" engineering. My favorite part of engineering.

@tycof250 2 жыл бұрын

Love how this is coming along. I do have one suggestion for the fuel tank your mounting idea looks great all I would do is add rubber isolators to where it mounts for any chassis fix that may happen during recoveries that way the tank won't fix and crack on you. just my two cents take it or leave it. You guys do amazing work.

@marksstudio 2 жыл бұрын

Best episode ever! I've seen quite a few of your videos but this one is by far the best. Everybody working on an interesting project, everybody happy doing their job, Matt explaining things. Just terrific. More please.

@7t2z28 2 жыл бұрын

I'm anxious to see this thing running and doing recovery truck stuff on the trails. I can't imagine the anticipation for you guys. Looks good.

@LavaKimo 2 жыл бұрын

Matt, I like it when you take the time to explain why you have done things. Lots of back seat drivers out there. Keep up the good work!

@darrellbradley9334 2 жыл бұрын

I second that ;) Jim

@jimbobf8017 2 жыл бұрын

Well said. He is a fountain of knowledge.

@blucheer8743 2 жыл бұрын

I like the way he explains without letting the conversation get boring… Matt’s a natural ham! I mean that in a good way!

@gravitystorm61158 2 жыл бұрын

Very nice little Rush phrase…. “For those of you in Rio Linda” in the beautiful Sacramento Metropolitan area. 👍

@m_i_s_t_a_h__j_ 2 жыл бұрын

Love these videos on the wrecker build. I can't wait to see this come to life.

@Dustball460 2 жыл бұрын

Nice looking fuel tank. Considering its shape and size, how about adding a ball valve to one of the lower sides so it can either be drained if necessary or can be used to fill up a portable gas can to fuel up other vehicles?

@dinodeluca7857 2 жыл бұрын

Great idea!

@Skinflaps_Meatslapper 2 жыл бұрын

That's exactly what I did with my truck, I have a small transfer pump and hose so I can share fuel if necessary out of my 100gal tank. Sure does beat lugging around a 5gal can and dealing with the stupid ventless contraptions they make these days.

@jimpalmer1969 2 жыл бұрын

Matt, Happy Father's Day! After that, I would recommend adding a hydraulic accumulator to the hydraulic system. Especially to the brake part of the system. In the event of an engine failure it you give you one or two applications of the brakes. It could also be applied to the steering, but you wouldn't get much power out of it. Another backup would be an electric hydraulic demand pump. In aircraft the first backup is the electric demand pump. The second is the accumulator. The accumulator would give you a parking brake. Just my 2¢. Great build, keep going.

@mesocyclone2004 2 жыл бұрын

I love watching people who are great and competent in their jobs. A pleasure to watch!

@scootergem 2 жыл бұрын

You look happy in this video. The BIG wrecker looks really great. I like your taste in cars, trucks, curbside etc. Kudos!

@boolongfellow8452 2 жыл бұрын

Between the nose and those awesome vintage tow hooks it really looks like a warthog , very cool to see all the forethought and engineering going into the fuel tank, great video

@Alconium 2 жыл бұрын

"One cool guy talking to other cool guys... And gals." gave me very heavy "Wild and crazy guys" Steve Martin vibes. Thanks Matt. XD

@garytingler3222 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Matt for keeping us up to speed. Very informative.

@sonicmaster4u 2 жыл бұрын

"Rio Linda "... That was a blast from the past. Ditto.. love the channel 🤠

@YankeeinSC1 2 жыл бұрын

Weld those back side nuts on the grill mount too so that they're captive that way you'll only need one tool...

@Buck1954 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the comparison on the world largest wrecker claim. I love this International cab build. Years ago, I was designing a salt water aquarium that had a reservoir to keep the tank from evaporating too much. We designed a very similar system in the the pump sump so if the power went off and then came back on, it wouldn't pump the entire reservoir into the tank, thus over filling it. I think your idea for the gas tank is brilliant and believe it will work, because it worked for us.

@hillbillyvilly7522 2 жыл бұрын

Clark made lifting / towing equipment. Push back tractors, towing tractors, forklifts etc. Clark is perfect!

@thomastingle9355 2 жыл бұрын

I look forward to everything on the ultimate wrecker build. I seen another one that claims to be a wrecker...omgosh. Dana 60 front intermediate axle unsure final axle a Ford sterling axle and worst yet is the 3.73 gears..wow. Great job all of you. Blessings and stay safe.

@reddog376 2 жыл бұрын

Happy Father's day to you and all the dad's out there.

@cactusjess 2 жыл бұрын

I cringe every time I see the lack of PPE when drilling, welding and other work, risking loss of eyesight and limb. I thoroughly enjoy watching your videos and innovative abilities. You folks are totally AWESOME! Keep up the great work.

@theburtseoni 2 жыл бұрын

Matt, you and your crew are doing a great job on the BIG wrecker! It is obvious you have thought this out and know what will work best for your application. Ignore the trolls and naysayers in the comments section, you know what is best for you! Kudos to Trevor, Tucker, Lizzy and the rest of the crew, they are all doing a great job! Looking forward to further progress on this project and seeing it in action!

@guitardzan5641 Жыл бұрын

"For those of you in Rio Linda." This comes from Rush Limbaugh. Early on in his radio career he was laid off from his radio host gig at a radio station in Rio Linda, California. They told him his format wouldn't work. He never forgot it. Whenever he covered material that required at least a basic understanding, he would simplify for the folks in Rio Linda. Now that you have that little nugget of inside baseball, Matt's comment is even better.

@eriglebrundelabouexiere472 2 жыл бұрын

I hope this young fella realizes how lucky he is to learn his job with such nice and competent pros.

@marvindebot3264 2 жыл бұрын

The "young fella" is Matt's son.

@Ornelas11B 2 жыл бұрын

@@marvindebot3264 He needs his ears lowered that’s for sure. Can’t see them.

@Studio23Media 2 жыл бұрын

@@Ornelas11B ok boomer

@Ornelas11B 2 жыл бұрын

@@Studio23Media Are you trying to run your cock garage? You’d better try way harder than that.

@bushratbeachbum 2 жыл бұрын

@@Ornelas11B why do you want to see his ears, weirdo?

@johnme7049 2 жыл бұрын

Matt, I am sure that some just don't get your vision, your passion for the 'Frankennana'. I may not understand the 'Vison' but I get the 'Passion'. You are just as much an artist as you are a fabricator. Your 'Vision' comes from within and you are willing to put in the hours required to bring out the beauty that may be hidden from most. Me? I'm loving every minute just watching the gears turn in your head and watching as it slowly takes form and function. Most of all, I just enjoy the time I get to share with you and the crew since I can't be there in person, Happy Father's Day and a virtual hug from Tennessee! God Bless you all.

@joshhomer9550 2 жыл бұрын

Lizzie’s welds are quite pretty, wish I could make mine half as nice!

@keithdavies100 2 жыл бұрын

Love those hooks of the old fire truck. Very cool! And I reckon everyone needs a Trevor in their life. Trevor - love you, man.

@jonesallu 2 жыл бұрын

I want to compliment Matt and the Crew on this being a family friendly channel. I can have my kids watch it without any "screening" of content. A real tribute to you all and your channel content. Thank you so much.

@EZSHUM 2 жыл бұрын

I love the recovery hooks! They are going to look really cool, be functional, and tell a story...

@aarongeorge3989 2 жыл бұрын

Love the episode. Always fun to watch you guys. Must be a fun place to work when you get to build kool thing. Great job guys look forward to the day we get to see the heavy wrecker in action!

@backtolife208 2 жыл бұрын

I miss Rudy being a part of these builds. This wrecker is going to be quite the piece of art. Nice job. I’ll admit, I’m a bit excited to see it with the bigger tires on it!

@rocknraptor3195 Жыл бұрын

What happened to Rudy? I've been thinking the same?!

@jamesplymire5342 Жыл бұрын

@@rocknraptor3195 believe Rudy got a new job somewhere else. 😢 I think he talks about it in an older video.

@benkanobe7500 2 жыл бұрын

Matt. Please wear safety glasses. I damaged my eye under a car from falling rust. Grinding without protection is crazy!

@GregoryVeizades 2 жыл бұрын

Some people will only learn when they lose an eye.

@Mick_A_Knuckle 2 жыл бұрын

The comment section was full of safety warnings last year, but we've all pretty much accepted the fact that at MORR wearing PPE is optional.

@benkanobe7500 2 жыл бұрын

@@Mick_A_Knuckle Matt is a smart and caring person. To let the young follow his (only) foolish lead is not responsible and could even cost him legally in the future if an employee is injured. If Matt wants to be a fool, that is fine, but to allow his people to copy his foolishness is near criminal. Like the safety rules of flying airplanes, the rules of the Shop are written in blood. (Were there no Shop Classes and Shop Teachers in his junior or senior High School?)

@MadMathMike 2 жыл бұрын

The *Detailed Spot Cleaning* moments were hilarious!!! 😂 Nice job, Tucker!

@JHDieseland4X4 2 жыл бұрын

Love seeing this build come together!!!

@cyriously_nick2191 2 жыл бұрын

Too bad he isn’t throwing a diesel in!

@SJRCUSTOMS 2 жыл бұрын

Yo Jh get Matt to race the freedom 500 and tell your boy Cletus to contact me I have a serious tow rig and race boat he would love so would the viewers and every time I drive by Bradenton I try to contact him and stop to see the track but get no where

@manuelstarr3602 Жыл бұрын

The Tow Hooks on the front look like "Mini Bull's Horns".

@slpeteyAZ 2 жыл бұрын

Might consider straps around the tank. Especially for a tank that large. Such a cool build.

@shadow105720 2 жыл бұрын

I know it's a super small detail but I think putting the lower part of the grille that got cut off in under the frame would make it look even cooler.

@joeglenn1480 2 жыл бұрын

I agree.

@jasonh4167 2 жыл бұрын

I agree but I think it will interfere with the suspension travel.😕

@shadow105720 2 жыл бұрын

@@jasonh4167 it would only have to go down to parallel with the bottom of the frame or barely below. Just enough to fill in the gap of the frame and finish the grille design.

@scottchilson335 10 ай бұрын

"Engine, for those of you who live in Rio Linda." Rush Limbaugh lives on. Matt you are truly a man after my own heart. It is good to know that there are still people in the world like you. Have a wonderful day.