I'm Turning This 6x6 Spud Truck Into My Next Off Road Rig!

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  • @TheAntinowherelane
    @TheAntinowherelane Рік тому +2706

    I'm suddenly remembering 3 very large sets of axles Tom bought while Matt was away. Now Tom has Matt going to Idaho to get this truck...I see who the real master mind is on this one lol

    • @giaxxone
      @giaxxone Рік тому +144

      I think you’re on to something. A 6x6x6 wheel steer food truck.. seems like a Tom kind of idea.

    • @philb5593
      @philb5593 Рік тому +138

      Even when they were first starting the wrecker Matt mentioned wanting a 6x6 rollback for side by sides.

    • @ScottDLR
      @ScottDLR Рік тому +12

      Good catch!

    • @ExploringCabinsandMines
      @ExploringCabinsandMines Рік тому +35

      What ? no computer or thousands of sensors ? does it have lane control or air bags ? it's perfect !!

    • @timothygeiger8271
      @timothygeiger8271 Рік тому +50

      @@philb5593 exactly what i was thinking, the axles Tom bought awhile back, put a bed on it & they have the perfect off road rollback

  • @Baer1990
    @Baer1990 Рік тому +102

    "They shorten easier than they stretch" 😂
    Comedy gold is always with some shopkeeper in a little town

  • @John-tz3ii
    @John-tz3ii 7 місяців тому +42

    I’m dying to hear the update on this. I know Matt prefers gas for the off-road rigs but an LBZ / Allison combo with the military axles would be killer. Imagine if all three axles had steering ? At least two winches on the deck with two more on the sides, one in front and one wedged between the frame in back. I imagine a wheel lift would get wrecked off-road. Can’t wait to see this project from start to finish ! Be safe.

    • @DavidH373
      @DavidH373 4 місяці тому

      Me too, just got into this channel and went searching for it. Still nothing.

  • @drummerdude134
    @drummerdude134 8 місяців тому +25

    what happened to this build?

  • @anthonycrumb9810
    @anthonycrumb9810 Рік тому +125

    "Well yea you tried to climb a rock wall with a spud truck" long dramatic pause "I shouldn't have done that"
    i simply LOVE the interactions between Matt and Tom Tom and dichotomy of their approach to things. Been watching for a about year and this team always delivers, for their customers, themselves, their community, and their viewers.

    • @chaseferguson5412
      @chaseferguson5412 10 місяців тому +3

      It's awesome I would've done it to I'm mean it's just a toy right now she's not a tool yet so might as well treat it like one and have your fun if it hasn't broke yet with a smile on your face that sounds like a future you problem 😅

  • @mikereyda820
    @mikereyda820 Рік тому +339

    I think this would be a good rig for those military axles you guys picked up on Matt’s last trip away.

    • @WilliamL1988
      @WilliamL1988 Рік тому +45

      I was thinking, I wonder if that’s what those axles were really for.

    • @JohnDoe-vj9wn
      @JohnDoe-vj9wn Рік тому +26

      Cant wait to see how those military axles look when Matt drops the frame on them for a test fit!

    • @williamd1891
      @williamd1891 Рік тому +34

      One does not simply attach these axles to the frame. One attaches the frame to these axles.

    • @Crewsy
      @Crewsy Рік тому +29

      I’m pretty sure that was already the plan for those axles.
      You may have noticed that the derby car was sitting in the tow yard and it wasn’t already destroyed so I think it’s safe to ASSume that the potato truck was already in the yard when the axles were delivered.
      Just a hunch. 🤷🏻‍♂️

    • @micahsapwell7494
      @micahsapwell7494 Рік тому +18

      This was my first thought they bought 3 axles and now they have a vehicle with 3 axles also Paul is making an off-road roll back

  • @king_bucket
    @king_bucket 11 місяців тому +28

    Matt and Tom almost have a kind of Top Gear chemistry and I am all here for it

  • @dirtleg13
    @dirtleg13 Рік тому +12

    When you started the mileage question it reminded me of a trip I had to make in a similar truck with a box on it back in 93. I was thinking 6. Drove from Yuba City Ca to Austin Tx. 2 full days of driving. Top speed of 50-55 depending on the grade. Averaged about 5 mpg. Thanks for sharing your trip. Brought back some memories.

  • @cliffstevenson5773
    @cliffstevenson5773 Рік тому +160

    Tom and Matt make a good team. Tom smiles indulgently, and never insists the complete unreasonableness of Matt's ideas. A perfect enabler.

  • @fredism1960
    @fredism1960 Рік тому +167

    It would make a great off-road roll back for broken side-by-sides.

    • @davidshaw9173
      @davidshaw9173 Рік тому +8

      Agreed They need something to be able to get bigger side-by-side.

    • @philb5593
      @philb5593 Рік тому +2

      Bigger and easier to load

    • @andrewk8636
      @andrewk8636 Рік тому +4

      Gonna need some baloon tires for sand for the weight

    • @philb5593
      @philb5593 Рік тому +27

      @@andrewk8636those extra MRAP axles they bought, and probably the same tires as the wrecker

    • @bldmyamean8352
      @bldmyamean8352 Рік тому +1

      Bet the pros never considered this one!

  • @joffreyjo4076
    @joffreyjo4076 5 місяців тому

    You all look like such a bunch of sweet people. Always smiley eyes and good mood, very humble and making the most out of simple things...
    Very heartwarming!
    Awesome trucks, recoveries and projects!

  • @BlowGasGarage
    @BlowGasGarage 4 місяці тому +7

    What happened to this build?

  • @GO-xs8pj
    @GO-xs8pj Рік тому +155

    Matt was having so much fun. It is great to see guys who don't get stressed AT ALL by mechanical problems.

    • @younghex9577
      @younghex9577 Рік тому +3

      I get stressed from mechanical problems because I don't know how to fix them all. But the goal is to learn

    • @timk4452
      @timk4452 Рік тому +2

      He seems to be great guy, with a great sense of humor, I hope that dig on Jaymie's dad was just good natured ribbing...if not maybe an apology?, need to treat family with respect. If it was a joke he would get, which could be very likely, no worries.

    • @johndoucette5479
      @johndoucette5479 Рік тому +1

      Matt, maybe it should be an off road 4 x 4 rollback

  • @WanderingVagabondYT
    @WanderingVagabondYT Рік тому +195

    I love the friendship that we get to see grow between Matt and Tom. 🤝

    • @hidel308
      @hidel308 Рік тому +5

      You guys are hilarious. That “later suckers” from Tom, as you guys try to get away, then his confession of doubt, had me cracking up! Thanks guys. Let the good times roll!

    • @calholli
      @calholli Рік тому +5

      Tom is the engineer to Matts fab design.. two peas in a pot of corn.

    • @stevevandine8592
      @stevevandine8592 Рік тому +1

      There was alot of old snow plow trucks used here as potato trucks but the open differential rear ends leave us running for cover when fields get damp lol stay on dry and even surfaces unless you get a 4x4 conversation there are some of them out there like I say lots of communities used them as plow rigs

    • @kylancook3477
      @kylancook3477 Рік тому +5

      ​@@stevevandine8592he's got 3 military axles that are insane I bet are going under this

    • @danielrongo2367
      @danielrongo2367 Рік тому +1

      ❤❤❤

  • @markdyer6166
    @markdyer6166 Рік тому +46

    Great video. The title says 10x10 but it is really a 6x4 (6 wheel positions and 4 of them drive). Will be interesting to see what you do with it. I'll be watching.

  • @teppotulppu1603
    @teppotulppu1603 Рік тому +3

    That was problem solving at its best. Analyze how and why it went out, find a problem and repair it with tools and equipments what are available. Excellent job sir!😎

  • @Benlucky13
    @Benlucky13 Рік тому +254

    A 6x6 rollback would be pretty badass, super handy for side by sides

    • @thebriefcase2.0
      @thebriefcase2.0 Рік тому +7

      Exactly what I was thinking.

    • @scottsigmon3007
      @scottsigmon3007 Рік тому +10

      Definitely need to turn it into a crew cab and shorten the frame a little

    • @ajaxracing
      @ajaxracing Рік тому +8

      I think make it large enough to haul a truck if needed

    • @SethDStanley
      @SethDStanley Рік тому

      My thoughts exactly, though I don't know if the high center of gravity of a loaded rollback would limit it's angle of attack and such.

    • @Posting-Maharashtra
      @Posting-Maharashtra Рік тому

      Merlin has a video posted with a good amount of bad donkeys.. real donkeys

  • @DriveCarToBar
    @DriveCarToBar Рік тому +59

    The best part of the video was Matt's face when they first took off down the dirt trail and the truck was bouncing like crazy. It's that moment right before the radio fell on the dog that Matt knew he had made a mistake. Peanut also decided that it would be better to sit next to Tom as talkyboxes to the dome are not in the interests of a goodest girl.

  • @terrallputnam7979
    @terrallputnam7979 Рік тому

    We stopped in Pocatello, Idaho. The people there were so nice! We ate at a Sizzler Restaurant and it was great. We went to a Tire store and got some repairs on the car. The guy there was really honest and helpful. I agree Idaho was a very friendly state.

  • @DaveC2729
    @DaveC2729 5 місяців тому

    Watching you drive that thing reminds me of roading the water hauler when I worked construction. I was the only crew driver that had a CDL, everyone else had to have their water haulers transported, but I could drive it wherever. Not sure I _should_ have, since even less worked on it than you've got working on that thing, but it went. I did find out how fast it could go one time. I had always assumed top speed was 45, so imagine my surprise when somebody followed in a pickup one time and I found out it actually topped at 65. I think 45 was its top speed _in reverse;_ it had a second stick that went lo-hi-reverse so the main stick could still go through all 5 gears in reverse, though the ratio was lower. It was a 1979 Mack, formerly a concrete truck I think, and I have no idea how they got it to pass DOT inspections. I assume shenanigans. That old water hauler drove on the rear axles like that thing, though the wheelbase was a lot shorter. It actually wasn't bad off-road, as far as getting stuck. It rode rougher than that thing when it was empty, but put 16 tons of water in it, it'd drive a bit better.

  • @Charles_Mulberry_7977
    @Charles_Mulberry_7977 Рік тому +44

    Big thank you to all the farmers all over the globe. They keep us fed.

    • @LJK319
      @LJK319 Рік тому

      Shut up and eat

  • @jimstcyr
    @jimstcyr Рік тому +34

    The look of pure joy and wonderment on Matt's face at the 29:18 mark while saying "it's doing it! It's an off road rig." is awesome.

  • @a_blaser
    @a_blaser Рік тому +2

    What a fun ride! I grew up driving these style of spud trucks in potato harvest. So fun. Seeing you drive one of these off road was next level!!

  • @GArnoldHD
    @GArnoldHD 10 місяців тому

    Hey Guys,
    thanks a lot, i really had a blast, watching you in this Gas2Noise Converter.
    It doesn't seem to produce too much speed, and a fair amount of this "upwards" instead of forward. Hillarious to watch though. Plus i really appreciated your "solves itself" approach. I quit with tears in my eyes litterally. Sincere greets from Austria.

  • @DadCMusic
    @DadCMusic Рік тому +54

    Tom is the perfect compliment to Matt. Love watching you guys navigate adventures together.

  • @shirajulislam3215
    @shirajulislam3215 Рік тому +58

    I got a feeling those massive axles you guys bought when matt was out of town are somehow are gonna make there way on this truck

  • @JamStph
    @JamStph Рік тому

    I went to HighSchool in Layton. I really appreciate yall making these videos around my old stomping ground. Have not seen Utah since 2018. It brings back memories for sure.

  • @clintonstewart4786
    @clintonstewart4786 Рік тому +5

    The “2speed” shifter on the axle is actually the power divider lock…. A 2 speed is on the bottom right side of the diff and it will be on both axles…. It’s going to be a fun build!!

  • @kevinayers1528
    @kevinayers1528 Рік тому +48

    Killer truck , my thoughts would be to shorten the wheelbase about two feet. Put a roll back on it and a front axle and transfer case . Plus it will ride much better with some weight on it . Thanks for the great content .

    • @Gamerboy-je9or
      @Gamerboy-je9or Рік тому +2

      I was thinking about this exactly

    • @dubious6718
      @dubious6718 Рік тому

      or just buy a rollback.

    • @kylewallin683
      @kylewallin683 Рік тому +1

      @@dubious6718they have a rollback they need a off-road rollback for smaller vehicles

    • @dubious6718
      @dubious6718 Рік тому

      @Little Miracles I'm commenting on the guy saying they should turn it into a rollback..

    • @dubious6718
      @dubious6718 Рік тому

      @@kylewallin683 So buy a 4-wheel drive rollback and put bigger wheels on it.

  • @AFloridaSon
    @AFloridaSon Рік тому +139

    Don't make recoveries too easy on yourselves, we like to watch you all struggle a little bit. 😂😂😂

    • @jonanderson4474
      @jonanderson4474 Рік тому +1

      Agreed. I do like the builds too though.

    • @Di3Leberwurst
      @Di3Leberwurst Рік тому +3

      They just have to make them even more awesome. Get a chinook just airlift them out.

    • @tristanhughes6050
      @tristanhughes6050 Рік тому

      But in the process of having so many different rigs, they will always struggle remembering to put fuel in it! Lol

    • @duramaxdad
      @duramaxdad Рік тому

      Remember when Matt hated winches? Oh boy. He has changed for the better.

  • @darronmalonetowingchannel
    @darronmalonetowingchannel Рік тому

    Hey Matt!! I just bought my first towtruck. I've been driving a rollback for years and started my channel 5 months ago witch took off. I just bought a 1991 hino flatbed and can't wait to get it on my channel. Thanks for posting and motivating me to do more with my business and my channel.

  • @donwheeler1683
    @donwheeler1683 10 днів тому

    Love it! Training our whole lives to read the gas gauge! Have seen the last of this build, but just now discovered the start of the project. 😁

  • @eazybr6xzz
    @eazybr6xzz Рік тому +50

    Those huge military axles the guys received when matt left on this truck is going to make the wrecker look like a regular truck

    • @philb5593
      @philb5593 Рік тому +3

      The heavy wrecker will almost be a toy compared to this 6x6. I assume it will be on the same 54 inch tires.

    • @TBFroody
      @TBFroody Рік тому +4

      If they make this a 6x6 I will lose my mind

    • @MyLifeThai371
      @MyLifeThai371 Рік тому +7

      I think they are competing for business with "heavyDsparks" giant wrecker.

    • @SimonBauer7
      @SimonBauer7 Рік тому

      ​@@TBFroodyhave to pretty much unless you shorten it. no drive on the front axle makes off road bad so you have to go 6x6

    • @eazybr6xzz
      @eazybr6xzz Рік тому +1

      Looks like this is going to be the razor sxs recovery rollback/flatbed truck which makes it moor awesome

  • @josiatokirina1788
    @josiatokirina1788 Рік тому +34

    I could hang out with Matt and his gang for hours! Thank You for sharing all your adventures and everything you do, and for letting us be a part of your world.

  • @weshedges5306
    @weshedges5306 Рік тому +10

    I bet you some people ask, how many off-road recovery can you watch. I say all of them. It’s not a recovery it’s an adventure. Thanks Matts off-road recovery and crew.

  • @treedirt10000
    @treedirt10000 Рік тому +17

    You guys get to do the coolest stuff. That truck did way better than I expected out there. Keep it coming and I wish I could join you.

  • @texoma_outdoors
    @texoma_outdoors Рік тому +38

    "why didn't we bring tools?". "we never bring tools" Matt nods in understanding.... Sums up MORR standard operating procedures 😂

    • @R.Sole88109
      @R.Sole88109 Рік тому +1

      With the amount of multiple piece toolkits Matt buys on trips like this he should've had enough for a basic vehicle toolkit per vehicle.
      Hell, even a quality multitool could work wonders like I've found using my Gerber MP800.
      I wouldn't be suprised if Matt donates the kits he's bought to various people...

  • @jeffreyl4924
    @jeffreyl4924 Рік тому +21

    Climbing rock walls with spud trucks is why we love Matt's Off Road Recovery. They create their own recoveries when there isn't any other ones!

  • @andrewnorgrove6487
    @andrewnorgrove6487 Рік тому

    That's funny about baling wire ! When in outback Australia (lots of Red sand ) You see old fences 4x4 people have used to tie up this and that ! Its always handy

  • @ablenterprisesinc5590
    @ablenterprisesinc5590 Рік тому

    I unknowingly made it into your video! That is hilarious. 40:06. I was waiting for truck parts and stopped by.

  • @woodmanengineering9708
    @woodmanengineering9708 Рік тому +29

    The old C50 trucks were/ are cool. But now thanks to Mat and Tom my 3 C50's just doubled in value. I feel so much more valuable now!! Good choice guys.

    • @swamp-yankee
      @swamp-yankee Рік тому +1

      They put Detroit’s in them too right? Feel like the one at my neighbors place has a giant diesel

    • @PatientXero607
      @PatientXero607 Рік тому +2

      @@swamp-yankee Nah, C60's/C70's were gassers. 366/427 Industrial engines. C50's I think did have the 4-53 Detroit.

    • @jeremyspecce
      @jeremyspecce Рік тому

      It’s like when Whistlin’ Diesel bought the Toyota Hilux, the value went through the roof.

    • @swamp-yankee
      @swamp-yankee Рік тому

      @@PatientXero607 he’s definitely got a c50, and a long wheel base giant ford with some old diesel under the hood too. They’re in great shape but a lot of those farm trucks that are on the road around here are crazy clapped. Saw a clutch off one at my friends shop that was so destroyed from the linkage getting it stuck in 15th and they limped it up a 800ft rapid elevation change.

    • @PatientXero607
      @PatientXero607 Рік тому

      @@swamp-yankee If it's a Ford 8000, it's more than likely a Cummins Big Cam. C50/C60/C70 are 2-ton trucks, not dump-trucks or haulers that call for the torque of a diesel.

  • @jrbrumley9334
    @jrbrumley9334 Рік тому +48

    Matt and Tom, you make a hilarious team! Keep up the good work and thanks for taking us along! J.R.

  • @SCRB1GR3D98
    @SCRB1GR3D98 Рік тому

    Good idea for keeping the build simple and cheap yet cool and retro. Those trucks were also offered with a Detroit diesel 8.2L 4 stroke V8 also called the penny pincher. Very fuel economical. They were used in those trucks and industrial applications alot including the marine world, with some making up to 300hp with a turbo reliably; if you stud the engine and put the right head gaskets in it and keep it cool they are great engines. And since parts are off the shelf it can keep it simple. Then just put the 6x6 axles underneith and i think a rollback flatbed on the back would work great for recovery and keep it clean and retro.

    • @haroldphipps3457
      @haroldphipps3457 Рік тому

      The 8.2 Detroit was a weak kneed worthless piece of crap from day 1.
      Parts availability today sucks!
      8.3 Cummins or 3126, or 3176 CAT.
      Only worse choice of an engine than the Detroit would be the Duramax.

  • @anthonylafayette5581
    @anthonylafayette5581 11 місяців тому +5

    Definitely would be a great flat bed recovery vehicle, also would be nice to use for picking up materials and what not.

  • @hermanvisser4034
    @hermanvisser4034 Рік тому +89

    Over time we have seen many of Matt's accomplices come and go, but Matt and Tom are two peas in a pot. Such good relationships are a rare treasure. Hope it lasts forever.

    • @robinculkin2286
      @robinculkin2286 Рік тому +1

      Great call

    • @rogersayer5714
      @rogersayer5714 Рік тому +19

      Two peas in a pod

    • @goleafsgo8496
      @goleafsgo8496 Рік тому

      ​​​​​@@rogersayer5714LOL, yes peas grow in a pod .....😂 but we kinda get the OP's intent!

  • @franciscocerutimahn
    @franciscocerutimahn Рік тому +20

    THE BEST EPISODE of this channel by far !!! That driveshaft dangling and hitting stuff until it broke ...PRICELESS. Man your channel has improved. THANK YOU, THANK YOU !!!

  • @thomasbussell533
    @thomasbussell533 Рік тому

    Go to your nearest semi truck dealership. When we undeck thr new trucks we often throw away large rubber mudflaps already nailed to 2x4's. You'll find stacks of them along with the frame u bolts to bolt them on.

  • @CarbonGlassMan
    @CarbonGlassMan 11 місяців тому +1

    My dad once replaced a piston on the side of the interstate. You got to love guys that can fix the car or truck on the side of the road and keep going.

  • @AnthonyNovelli3rd
    @AnthonyNovelli3rd Рік тому +26

    Clearly we must keep up with Paul and his off-road rollback. Imagine how badass it will look with the wrecker loaded on this thing and it acting as a mobile anchor point (and TOOLBOX)? Also start a gofundme for Jefe's clutch pretty soon! Can't wait to see those military axles put to use!

    • @BrokeWrench
      @BrokeWrench Рік тому +2

      Sounds like that bronco is an automatic. Probably would handle thst kind of abuse better of it had a clutch

  • @MorganBeahan-lu2il
    @MorganBeahan-lu2il Рік тому +8

    Matt!! I’m a marine diesel mechanic (CAT is my fortè) in sport industry out here on the coast of Texas and currently run a 42 yellowfin (if you fly out I’ll take you fishing). I bet that these ropes would be pretty badass as dock lines to prevent chaffing on tidal surges. I’ll order some ropes and keep you posted. Love you guys and love seeing ingenuity at its absolute finest!!

  • @murraymadness4674
    @murraymadness4674 Рік тому

    I have a 68 C50, so great to see the love for the 2 ton Chevy, and since I also have a Corvair and Willys wagon, gotta love Matt's choice in trucks. My C50 however, has a Ford V10 and a Dodge Motorhome chassis. I have a Lightening Supercharger for the V10 too, but it needs some fab to work on the V10.

  • @donjuan286
    @donjuan286 11 місяців тому

    I'm picturing a big roll off style truck with a 20 ton or bigger large spool winch with 500 plus meters of cable to drag stuff out of spots where you have a hard time getting close. Super single the tires and put cement truck floater wide steering tires. Oh and move the fuel tank up for clearance before a rock rips the bottom out.

  • @steelmill
    @steelmill Рік тому +26

    Matt and Tom make a good road trip team.That body style truck has always been one of my favorite since I was a little kid.

    • @tiredoldmechanic1791
      @tiredoldmechanic1791 Рік тому +1

      Mine too. To bad they only made that style for 6 years. Then they made the ugly square body for 15 years.

  • @elginnelson7934
    @elginnelson7934 Рік тому +49

    Oh-My-Gosh, this was one of the funniest videos ever. Matt and Tom are total comedians and their banter is comedy gold. I loved the "Why didn't we bring tools", "Because we never bring tools", "Oh, yeah". I was laughing out loud so often. This video was very entertaining. Thanks for the great entertainment.

  • @johnroberts4647
    @johnroberts4647 Рік тому +1

    This is why I subscribed. What an adventure. Good road side wrenching and always entertaining 👍

  • @Oudeis000
    @Oudeis000 11 місяців тому +3

    The word technology derives from the Greek word techne meaning art, skill, or know-how. The MORR team are technicians in this ancient sense of the word. I marvel with envy how Matt and Tom maintain such equanimity in a breakdown and even seem to relish it as an intellectually stimulating puzzle whereas my world comes to an end if I have to pull over because I barely know how to pop my hood and use my roadside assistance app. Thank you for letting me vicariously partake in your mechanical achievements!

  • @jonahfastre
    @jonahfastre Рік тому +13

    That'll be a great fit for those military axles, add a flatbed and you won't need trailers anymore in the desert

  • @Josh_wardell
    @Josh_wardell Рік тому +14

    I LOVE that these dudes are genuine car guys and overgrown children!
    Stoked just to here the motor run!

    • @deuce100384
      @deuce100384 Рік тому

      You'll never meet a nicer group of guys.

  • @ChiefRickyRC
    @ChiefRickyRC 7 місяців тому

    I have 30 years experience with these 30' chevys. 2 new ones every 5 years at Gramps logging company. Best bet is have HOOD put a big loader with down riggers on it. We just ran 2wd with extra tag axle on airbags. When i needed more traction i would suck air out of bags lifting the extra roller rear axle up off the ground going from 2x6 to 2x4. When i needed more traction, or to move myself and others i just use the loader to pull myself along, or also turn myself around in a 360. Maybe to heavy for what youre doing, but this truck needs a loader behind the cab. Logging truck style goes anywhere

  • @dtglowienke
    @dtglowienke 11 місяців тому

    I love that exhaust, I've got a Flowmaster exhaust on my 2013 F-150 with the twin turbo

  • @stunick1573
    @stunick1573 Рік тому +29

    Happy Fathers day all (Matt, Crew and all fathers), Can't help but wonder what three great big Military axels that just happen to show up a few episodes past are going to wind up getting mounted to. I'm also imagining while watching this episode what size of tire Matt plans to install on this 6x6 truck when it's all said and done. He did mention sand and needs a heavy body truck to pull those school buses and large RY's with toy haulers out of sand.

    • @shunloc9704
      @shunloc9704 Рік тому

      I happen to agree that it would look really good on those MRAP axles

    • @the_retag
      @the_retag Рік тому

      well the heavy wrecker is a lot better than the "classic" rigs already for that

    • @BrokeWrench
      @BrokeWrench Рік тому

      ​@@shunloc9704the wrecker has mrap axles. The 3 new axles are an independent setup meaning they are off a newer oshkosh. Probably one of the big 8x8s

  • @rctjacksonville
    @rctjacksonville Рік тому +25

    Well, here we go again! Anybody getting tired of watching Matt and team build the most incredible off road stuff? I THOUGHT NOT! GO Matt GO!

  • @obfuscated3090
    @obfuscated3090 11 місяців тому

    I have a C-50 2WD of that style we used for many years hauling cars scrap and otherwise. I'd have loved to score your truck to transfer my Chevron bed. Your truck would be mighty handy with a steel (aluminum is to get across DOT scales, it's far too delicate for rough work) rollback and the chassis is long enough to mount side pullers with a PTO-driven hydraulic winch or winches. An off-road rollback would be a moneymaker like any rollback and haul vehicles to trashed to flat tow (besides bringing home all sorts of cool stuff like machine tools. If you want an aluminum rollback you can fix old ones by bolting on steel channels after cutting off trashed cracked aluminum channel.

  • @janiceheld6594
    @janiceheld6594 Рік тому +3

    Love the SPUD TRUCK!!! Can't wait to watch what you all come up with. I love the Bronco with the new muffler. That rig is well....my dream rig. Everything you guys do to it is way cool.

  • @topher474
    @topher474 Рік тому +45

    Looks like it might make a good flat bed or tilt deck.

    • @originalname9999
      @originalname9999 Рік тому +4

      I just started the vid and in my mind I already see the next video title, "Worlds biggest off road rollback".

    • @ellwoodwolf
      @ellwoodwolf Рік тому

      There off road rollbacks coming, an off road bus, the laymo- he’s gonna have to step up.... off-road hot tub....that’s all I’m saying

  • @rememberthis8795
    @rememberthis8795 Рік тому +98

    I have an idea for your Spud truck… get a couple of salvageable 3 door suburbans and use them (from the B pillar back) to match the width of the truck cab. Then remove the back of the spud cab and Nate the cab to the morphed (or rather, ‘MORRphed’) suburban. This could provide ample seating for crew, dogs, or customers. The suburban wheel wells could be turned onto a place for a toolbox, winches, or replaced with properly shaped sheet metal. Make a deck so the back of the suburban can be reached as it could store ropes and such. Still plenty of room behind that for the world’s first off-road rotator boom…
    If interested I will send a rendering.

    • @MrModTwelveFoot
      @MrModTwelveFoot Рік тому +3

      I'm interested.

    • @Kodi_Barnett
      @Kodi_Barnett Рік тому +3

      That sounds like such a cool idea for a build and would love to see something like it.

    • @patillac1987
      @patillac1987 Рік тому +1

      Definitely interested in seeing a rendering of what could be....

    • @the_undead
      @the_undead 8 місяців тому +2

      I believe they said in a recent video but even if they didn't judging by something that happened in the video where Matt and Jamie drove a corvair back to the shop, I believe the plan is to make this Spud truck into an off-road rollback

    • @jbrancato88
      @jbrancato88 7 місяців тому +2

      I like the idea of it having a lot of passenger space that seems to always be an issue on recoveries

  • @Dodgy_Dave
    @Dodgy_Dave Рік тому

    cant wait to see how you are gonna build it! Awesome Project!!!! Give us more!

  • @massab32
    @massab32 6 місяців тому

    The work environment you have is amazing, great professionals with amazing attitude. Congratulations from Portugal!

  • @dolguldur4706
    @dolguldur4706 Рік тому +10

    So this truck is the main reason why tomtom bought that massive military axle...awesome 🤘🏻

    • @gremlin282
      @gremlin282 Рік тому

      3 massive axles XD

    • @dolguldur4706
      @dolguldur4706 Рік тому +1

      @@gremlin282 yeah..i wonder where they want to put that massive axle,now i got the answer

  • @davidnorthrup3674
    @davidnorthrup3674 Рік тому +9

    I'm a big fan of old school trucks. You have proven that you can build truly amaising rigs by compleatly changing most things around. I would love to see just what you can do keeping the origional engine and transmision! You could add a doubler to reduce the gearing or somthing like that, but keep the old power plant to let people see what it can do. Having all the power makes it easy to do a lot of things. But back when these trucks where new, thant wasn't an option and the old farmers done amaising things with them.

  • @Salty80556
    @Salty80556 6 місяців тому +1

    So cool that you have friends like Alan that will help you, as you help so many. More people like you all would sure make a difference in this big BAD world..... Keep up the good work

  • @seidmadur
    @seidmadur Рік тому +1

    You guys look like a fun bunch! I LOL'd at "our failure sounded amazing" hahaha

  • @dzzope
    @dzzope Рік тому +4

    "They shorten easier than they stretch, thats for sure"
    😂 Just what you expect to hear in a rural hardware shop the world over.
    Off Road rollback sounds about the best use if combined with those mrap axels and a suspension upgrade.. (probably too stiff for this vs the weight they were designed for but maybe not)
    You can tell peanut isn't used to something that doesnt ride the bumps so well 😂

  • @Franksey180
    @Franksey180 Рік тому +11

    35:40 I laughed out aloud to the sweet sounds of mechanical disaster :) I love how Matt just keeps going, having fun limping that truck home. Great video and looking forwards to this build.

  • @Briceon
    @Briceon 4 місяці тому

    Matt, I'm still super excited to see more on this build. I am a sucker for 6x6 trucks

  • @genebrant9968
    @genebrant9968 Рік тому

    I love the comical Attitudes towards one another. It's a fun game and everybody enjoys it in the real world. You all have great respect for one another and but yet have fun doing what you do every day as a JOB!!!!❤

  • @tonyo.8623
    @tonyo.8623 Рік тому +50

    I just love Tom’s sense of humor. He and Matt play well off of each other!

    • @dsa420meh7
      @dsa420meh7 Рік тому

      that duo is pretty rock solid

    • @noelkerr1615
      @noelkerr1615 Рік тому

      You are joking he is a yes man. Spoils the show yep I have unsubscribed

    • @abuckcat
      @abuckcat Рік тому +5

      ​@@noelkerr1615that's too bad won't be the same without you

    • @dsa420meh7
      @dsa420meh7 Рік тому +3

      @@noelkerr1615 wtf are u talking about... they complement each other so well, in the shop and on camera

  • @986kph
    @986kph Рік тому +19

    I think most of us have a pretty good idea where you're going with this. and are pretty excited to see it.

  • @fingerbear3537
    @fingerbear3537 7 місяців тому

    Geee!! I could imagine the Spud Truck as a 6 x 6 roll back tow truck with 60 inch off road tyres, a 25 Litre engine and an 18 speed auto-manual road ranger gearbox with suitable transfer case and multi- speed differentials to suit fast highway and off road speeds with torque to suit.

  • @Zappy1210
    @Zappy1210 Рік тому +2

    Flashbacks of an old C60 Line truck a company I worked for had. I hated the days I'd have to work on pole lights with that thing. 50 mph IS top speed

  • @bryduhbikeguy
    @bryduhbikeguy Рік тому +28

    We pretty much know what's sort of going to happen with this truck,and I'm pretty sure that little rock ledge won't even slow you down.What a fun episode !Thanks for bringing us along.Happy Father's Day Guys !

    • @awkwarddude
      @awkwarddude Рік тому

      But that LONNNNNG frame is going to need some serious stiffening and strengthening to do what they want to do with it. Spud trucks weren't built for rock bashing. It'll be very interesting to see what Matt comes up with, we know it'll be epic!
      😂👍

    • @j.e.honiball1327
      @j.e.honiball1327 Рік тому +1

      ​@@awkwarddudeI heard Matt mention they weren't going to use the frame when they were listing all parts that they weren't going to use, so I'm guessing they bought this truck to use the cab like they did for the Heavy Wrecker

    • @awkwarddude
      @awkwarddude Рік тому

      @@j.e.honiball1327 that's a possibility I'm sure

  • @MischiefMakerTV
    @MischiefMakerTV Рік тому +55

    Can’t wait to see how this rig turns out! At least it started off as the right color 😉

  • @rexfreelom4300
    @rexfreelom4300 4 місяці тому

    First test is not to do rock climbing with C600 old truck. There is the road hill in Regal road in Berkeley, CA and steep hill in Point Richmond, CA. Then find out the truck drive in First gear low but it would be need a higher gear ratio than the original axle gear ratio.

  • @kaedeschulz5422
    @kaedeschulz5422 11 місяців тому

    That thing will be SO SICK when it's done! What a ride haha Looked like a ton of fun!

  • @dljones61
    @dljones61 Рік тому +11

    I don't think I've ever cringed, or thought OMG, these 2 should not be left alone, and on the next episode, putting a shift kit or rebuilding the Bronco transmission. Thanks for the journey and well done!

  • @MyBrothersKeeper101
    @MyBrothersKeeper101 Рік тому +6

    I've been saying it since you brought him on onboard! TomTom is one of the best tools in the shed🤘 it's meant respectfully... He's an asset in any situation.

  • @spencerjohnson448
    @spencerjohnson448 Рік тому

    I’d recognize my home town anywhere! Even in that very first scene. Hope you enjoyed Burley Idaho! Definitely too great to litter there.

  • @joshuabennett9534
    @joshuabennett9534 Рік тому

    I'm glad you've made it with UA-cam and you have money to play with big crazy trucks

  • @Rex_Stuph
    @Rex_Stuph Рік тому +8

    Definitely looking forward to seeing this on those Oshkosh independent axles.

  • @kevink2207
    @kevink2207 Рік тому +3

    "Little Blue" the rollback would be an awesome addition to your fleet. Looking forward to the coming videos on this beast!

  • @battleaxefabandmachine
    @battleaxefabandmachine Рік тому

    I love those old trucks. I have a 71 that has a 24v Cummins and a 9 speed. I also have a 83 c60 dump truck with a big block.

  • @damianmeneses4382
    @damianmeneses4382 Рік тому

    About the thing of bailing wire, here in brazil we say the same thing, all the tools you need fo traveling with a beetle is a wrench and wire, you can solve basically everithing

  • @uurkisme
    @uurkisme Рік тому +6

    6x6 rollback is gonna be sweet. If only there were some MRAP axles laying around

  • @matthewz5234
    @matthewz5234 Рік тому +34

    Love to see Matt consistently building bigger and better wackier and wilder off-road rigs

  • @mattrossetto7197
    @mattrossetto7197 Рік тому

    You guys crack me up. Always hold my beer and watch this attitude

  • @mooraga
    @mooraga Рік тому +1

    Videos keep getting better😂 loving how you joke after breaking up the spud truck first try in the rocks 😂

  • @nichobob1
    @nichobob1 Рік тому +8

    It’s fun watching you guys be like roadkill and get something goin drive it till it stops fix it then keep goin, shows your skill and knowledge Matt and Tom, love the videos

  • @bloodravenxr4192
    @bloodravenxr4192 Рік тому +18

    He just finished the wrecker and has the next project ready? I am so stoked

    • @bacongrz
      @bacongrz Рік тому +3

      Gotta love it! Great builds and wicked content 👍🏻

    • @ericfeldkamp3788
      @ericfeldkamp3788 Рік тому +6

      Content must be made.

    • @DesertRunner602
      @DesertRunner602 Рік тому +2

      Well, gotta keep those views up and more youtube money will come in

    • @anthonysmalawipredators8794
      @anthonysmalawipredators8794 Рік тому +3

      Well Tom-Tom bought those monster military axles. Gotta put em under something

    • @ElShotte
      @ElShotte Рік тому

      Business is good?

  • @ryannixon6051
    @ryannixon6051 10 місяців тому

    You guys still got this spud truck been waiting for an update and i dont see it in the background of videos love watching your build videos

  • @ryanpbeach9289
    @ryanpbeach9289 Рік тому

    This was an Awesome video!!! You guys are Nutz!!! Love it. Wish I lived closer to you’s!!!