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
"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.
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 😅
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.
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. 🤷🏻♂️
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 .
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.
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!!
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.
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!
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.
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!!
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.
@@ABRetroCollections 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.
@@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.
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.
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
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!
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
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!😎
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...
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.
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
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!
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.
"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 😂
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!
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.
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 !!!
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!
I look forward to every video you put out and this one was awesome! The spud truck is so cool and can't wait to see the transformation! Matt and Tom had a epic adventure bringing it home! Thanks to Alan for saving the day! Good job Jefe, Jake and Rhett on the bronco exhaust. Colby, hope your healed up soon!
I loved that episode, I was actually looking forward to Matt’s Summer series! 🎉 it’s cold down here in Australia and I absolutely love MORR , we actually love our half hr each week it’s seriously great , Matt I hope you guys make a squillion and keep just having fun , just do it your way, well you do anyhow . Gosh it’s so good and never the need for cussing, I love that part I truly do.
A while back the guys bought some big independent military axles I think they would be good on this truck and a mats las swap and trans swap! Along with a flat bead/recovery bead
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.
Name the new truck the Big Blue Spud. Matt was in the same predicament as the folks he rescues-"we shouldn't have done that" 😅 Just big kids and a good dog out having fun! You guys are too much fun! Stay safe and GOD bless
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 !
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! 😂👍
@@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
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.
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.
I’m building a 1968 C50. I have a 5 speed transmission w/single speed rear end. Top end around 45 MPH. Planning on putting a NV4500 Transmission with overdrive, if that doesn’t give me enough top end a different rear end. Matt I’m now adding you to the list of RUclipsrs that I’m am giving full credit for influencing me to build this truck.
Would be cool to see yall put the 6x6 axles on that truck and maybe make it an off road roll back like someone suggested! Also interesting site seeing the bronco pulling the spud truck, surprised yall dont grab the off road tow truck. Lol😊
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.
I love this new Chevy spud truck! Can't wait to see it with the military axles jefe bought for this project! Jaymie to the rescue and Alan from Yankem rope's bringing out the points and condenser. This is going to be awesome! Matt and Tom are working well together. Jefe got a good workout on the new Bronco!
This thing is badass, and it's rad that it already runs decently off the bat so y'all can just improve it rather than working from scratch essentially. It definitely has huge potential.
Miss seeing Trevor on the channel, but Matt / Tom have really hit the right duo sync for this type of content. You can tell Matt really enjoys working with Tom
Could this Spud truck be an off-road rotator or an off-road rollback or some strange contraption that only Matt and Tom know what is? Either way, it will become a monster! I wonder if it will stay baby blue, go all yellow or a mix of the two? Can't wait to see this truck done! Matt, just remember, this series of videos has to be as awesome as the Heavy Wrecker or more awesome.
Yes! The Bombee’s in the shop! I love the episodes working on it. Looking forward to it. Also, this episode was so fun. I love Tom and all he brings to this channel/ your team.
This episode reminds me of the saying ""All tools are hammers except for screwdrivers which are levers"". Although my experience is that screwdrivers can be hammers as well 😆
That Hendrickson RT walking beam suspension is pretty rough riding and it's articulation leaves a little to be desired in uneven terrain. You might consider a 4 spring equalizer type. Just a thought.
I am definitely looking forward to the build series on the spud truck. Hopefully next time you go test the truck you can drive it out of the yard and drive it back in and not be towed back in
This spud truck would make a cool halftrack. We also know that you got 3 MRAP axels so you should build a six-by-six rollback recovery rig. Oh and it should have all wheels steering.
You won't be able to steer with locks on the steer axle, that's why the Mfgs don't offer steer axle locks on modern 4x4's. I've driven 6x4 (no power steer axle) cement mixers with both rear axle locked in and it took 3 football fields to get it to turn, with 4 sets of dual tires pushing it straight ahead. So with the mixers, you don't lock in the rear axles until you get stuck and can't move. Then you lock them in to get unstuck (hopefully), get moving again, and unlock them on the move so you can steer until you hit the next bog. Even with the locking rears you usually end up hooked to a heavy chain to a front end loader or excavator... Have fun!
I love watching all your vids. Matt and Tom are a great combo. I love the doubts and not doubts about being able to do a certain thing. This was a wonderful video.
This would be an awesome off-road roll back. Roar in over the tunes. Pull the side by side up. Fly back out. You could also make it an 8x8 and put another axle behind the cab!
I’m thinking instead of (or in addition to) a roll back just put a crane arm on it so you don’t have to worry if they roll, steer, are upside down, etc.
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
What a killer episode! Can’t wait to see the build. I’ve gotta say, the team’s ability to thrive in sub conditions is super awesome. Keep it up and keep sending it!
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.
Even though Paul is building one I vote building and Off-Road roll back as well. I’d like to see one with a hopped up diesel and I also think it be super awesome if you stretched the cab and made it into a crew cab of some sort. Now I realize that might not be feasible since it’s some pretty involved metal work but you’d have room for the crew and dogs and something really unique. There’s a company in Idaho the specializes in stretching that era truck called Rtech Fabrication if you wanted an idea of what it look like.
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.
As I posted over on Robby's channel, I feel you, Robby, Paul, Rory, and all of your crews are totally insane in a good way. You guys know how to have fun, but you get very serious when you need to get a job done, whether it is recovery, bodywork, or other demanding work. My hat is off to you guys. Of course, I live in relatively flat South(ern New) Jersey so you doing rock crawling and transversing almost non-existent trails seems like craziness to me. There isn't much recovery work in my area, but people do get stuck out on the beaches on the Atlantic Ocean at times, or the various sandy dirt roads that crisscross this part of the state. Stay safe and keep producing these great videos.
C'mon Matt! As a retired district manager for Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) Freightliner/Western Star, I have to call you on the "10x10" headline. The truck you have there is a 6x6. Truck configuration is stated by wheel positions, not number of rims and tires. If the chassis had three tires and rims at each wheel position, it would still be a 6x6.. I know I'm more than a bit pedantic about this subject, but it just chaps my hide to see a 6x6 called a 10x10. Sorry!
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
I think you’re on to something. A 6x6x6 wheel steer food truck.. seems like a Tom kind of idea.
Even when they were first starting the wrecker Matt mentioned wanting a 6x6 rollback for side by sides.
Good catch!
What ? no computer or thousands of sensors ? does it have lane control or air bags ? it's perfect !!
@@philb5593 exactly what i was thinking, the axles Tom bought awhile back, put a bed on it & they have the perfect off road rollback
"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.
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 😅
"They shorten easier than they stretch" 😂
Comedy gold is always with some shopkeeper in a little town
What did he put in the tank?
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.
Me too, just got into this channel and went searching for it. Still nothing.
I think this would be a good rig for those military axles you guys picked up on Matt’s last trip away.
I was thinking, I wonder if that’s what those axles were really for.
Cant wait to see how those military axles look when Matt drops the frame on them for a test fit!
One does not simply attach these axles to the frame. One attaches the frame to these axles.
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. 🤷🏻♂️
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
Tom and Matt make a good team. Tom smiles indulgently, and never insists the complete unreasonableness of Matt's ideas. A perfect enabler.
Big thank you to all the farmers all over the globe. They keep us fed.
Shut up and eat
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.
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.
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.
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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.
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.
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 .
I was thinking about this exactly
or just buy a rollback.
@@dubious6718they have a rollback they need a off-road rollback for smaller vehicles
@Little Miracles I'm commenting on the guy saying they should turn it into a rollback..
@@kylewallin683 So buy a 4-wheel drive rollback and put bigger wheels on it.
Matt was having so much fun. It is great to see guys who don't get stressed AT ALL by mechanical problems.
I get stressed from mechanical problems because I don't know how to fix them all. But the goal is to learn
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.
Matt, maybe it should be an off road 4 x 4 rollback
Those huge military axles the guys received when matt left on this truck is going to make the wrecker look like a regular truck
The heavy wrecker will almost be a toy compared to this 6x6. I assume it will be on the same 54 inch tires.
If they make this a 6x6 I will lose my mind
I think they are competing for business with "heavyDsparks" giant wrecker.
@@TBFroodyhave to pretty much unless you shorten it. no drive on the front axle makes off road bad so you have to go 6x6
Looks like this is going to be the razor sxs recovery rollback/flatbed truck which makes it moor awesome
Matt and Tom almost have a kind of Top Gear chemistry and I am all here for it
A 6x6 rollback would be pretty badass, super handy for side by sides
Exactly what I was thinking.
Definitely need to turn it into a crew cab and shorten the frame a little
I think make it large enough to haul a truck if needed
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.
Merlin has a video posted with a good amount of bad donkeys.. real donkeys
Matt and Tom, you make a hilarious team! Keep up the good work and thanks for taking us along! J.R.
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
Yup
Agreed. Even if it is rediculous it will be absolutely cool as hell
That was my first thought as soon as they showed the truck
Their.
Wont work, the truck will tear itself apart.
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!!
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.
Great call
Two peas in a pod
@@rogersayer5714LOL, yes peas grow in a pod .....😂 but we kinda get the OP's intent!
It would make a great off-road roll back for broken side-by-sides.
Agreed They need something to be able to get bigger side-by-side.
Bigger and easier to load
Gonna need some baloon tires for sand for the weight
@@andrewk8636those extra MRAP axles they bought, and probably the same tires as the wrecker
Bet the pros never considered this one!
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!
Sounds like that bronco is an automatic. Probably would handle thst kind of abuse better of it had a clutch
what happened to this build?
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.
I happen to agree that it would look really good on those MRAP axles
well the heavy wrecker is a lot better than the "classic" rigs already for that
@@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
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!!
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.
They put Detroit’s in them too right? Feel like the one at my neighbors place has a giant diesel
@@swamp-yankee Nah, C60's/C70's were gassers. 366/427 Industrial engines. C50's I think did have the 4-53 Detroit.
It’s like when Whistlin’ Diesel bought the Toyota Hilux, the value went through the roof.
@@ABRetroCollections 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.
@@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.
Definitely would be a great flat bed recovery vehicle, also would be nice to use for picking up materials and what not.
Tom is the perfect compliment to Matt. Love watching you guys navigate adventures together.
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.
I'm interested.
That sounds like such a cool idea for a build and would love to see something like it.
Definitely interested in seeing a rendering of what could be....
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
I like the idea of it having a lot of passenger space that seems to always be an issue on recoveries
I love the friendship that we get to see grow between Matt and Tom. 🤝
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!
Tom is the engineer to Matts fab design.. two peas in a pot of corn.
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
@@stevevandine8592he's got 3 military axles that are insane I bet are going under this
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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!😎
Looks like it might make a good flat bed or tilt deck.
I just started the vid and in my mind I already see the next video title, "Worlds biggest off road rollback".
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
"why didn't we bring tools?". "we never bring tools" Matt nods in understanding.... Sums up MORR standard operating procedures 😂
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...
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.
Mine too. To bad they only made that style for 6 years. Then they made the ugly square body for 15 years.
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.
I think most of us have a pretty good idea where you're going with this. and are pretty excited to see it.
I LOVE that these dudes are genuine car guys and overgrown children!
Stoked just to here the motor run!
You'll never meet a nicer group of guys.
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
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!
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.
"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 😂
Can’t wait to see how this rig turns out! At least it started off as the right color 😉
Get well soon Holly
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!!
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!
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.
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!
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
Definitely looking forward to seeing this on those Oshkosh independent axles.
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 !!!
Don't make recoveries too easy on yourselves, we like to watch you all struggle a little bit. 😂😂😂
Agreed. I do like the builds too though.
They just have to make them even more awesome. Get a chinook just airlift them out.
But in the process of having so many different rigs, they will always struggle remembering to put fuel in it! Lol
Remember when Matt hated winches? Oh boy. He has changed for the better.
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!
I look forward to every video you put out and this one was awesome! The spud truck is so cool and can't wait to see the transformation! Matt and Tom had a epic adventure bringing it home! Thanks to Alan for saving the day! Good job Jefe, Jake and Rhett on the bronco exhaust. Colby, hope your healed up soon!
I loved that episode, I was actually looking forward to Matt’s Summer series! 🎉 it’s cold down here in Australia and I absolutely love MORR , we actually love our half hr each week it’s seriously great , Matt I hope you guys make a squillion and keep just having fun , just do it your way, well you do anyhow . Gosh it’s so good and never the need for cussing, I love that part I truly do.
A while back the guys bought some big independent military axles I think they would be good on this truck and a mats las swap and trans swap! Along with a flat bead/recovery bead
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.
So this truck is the main reason why tomtom bought that massive military axle...awesome 🤘🏻
3 massive axles XD
@@gremlin282 yeah..i wonder where they want to put that massive axle,now i got the answer
Name the new truck the Big Blue Spud. Matt was in the same predicament as the folks he rescues-"we shouldn't have done that" 😅 Just big kids and a good dog out having fun! You guys are too much fun! Stay safe and GOD bless
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 !
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!
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@@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
@@j.e.honiball1327 that's a possibility I'm sure
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. 😁
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!
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.
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.
Could be an off-road rollback! That would be very handy in alot of situations.
HEY! GOOOOOOD MORRning and thumbs UP to Matt and Crew! 👍, Happy Fathers day to all Dads ! 🎉🎊
WOW!!!! NUMBER 1!!!!! YAY!!!!
@@JanelleVocate-Ames 😲 Lucky ! LOL
@@richardthomas1743 no you're not, you try so much so it's a skill!!!! I say so.
@@JanelleVocate-Ames LOL , that and a lot of luck when a channel has 1.5 million subs!
I’m building a 1968 C50. I have a 5 speed transmission w/single speed rear end. Top end around 45 MPH. Planning on putting a NV4500 Transmission with overdrive, if that doesn’t give me enough top end a different rear end.
Matt I’m now adding you to the list of RUclipsrs that I’m am giving full credit for influencing me to build this truck.
Would be cool to see yall put the 6x6 axles on that truck and maybe make it an off road roll back like someone suggested!
Also interesting site seeing the bronco pulling the spud truck, surprised yall dont grab the off road tow truck. Lol😊
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.
😅😅😅 several laugh out loud moments! You guys can fix anything with almost nothing! Can’t wait to see Matt’s spud truck vision.
I love this new Chevy spud truck! Can't wait to see it with the military axles jefe bought for this project! Jaymie to the rescue and Alan from Yankem rope's bringing out the points and condenser. This is going to be awesome! Matt and Tom are working well together. Jefe got a good workout on the new Bronco!
6x6 rollback is gonna be sweet. If only there were some MRAP axles laying around
The sheer amount of fail in this video is just epic. It looks like a great trip.
watching yall has inspired me so much to try and learn more about working on vehicles, it truly amazes me the knowledge you guys have
This thing is badass, and it's rad that it already runs decently off the bat so y'all can just improve it rather than working from scratch essentially. It definitely has huge potential.
Miss seeing Trevor on the channel, but Matt / Tom have really hit the right duo sync for this type of content. You can tell Matt really enjoys working with Tom
Yeah toms gotta blow him or something lol😂
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.
Could this Spud truck be an off-road rotator or an off-road rollback or some strange contraption that only Matt and Tom know what is? Either way, it will become a monster! I wonder if it will stay baby blue, go all yellow or a mix of the two? Can't wait to see this truck done! Matt, just remember, this series of videos has to be as awesome as the Heavy Wrecker or more awesome.
Yes! The Bombee’s in the shop! I love the episodes working on it. Looking forward to it. Also, this episode was so fun. I love Tom and all he brings to this channel/ your team.
This episode reminds me of the saying ""All tools are hammers except for screwdrivers which are levers"". Although my experience is that screwdrivers can be hammers as well 😆
That Hendrickson RT walking beam suspension is pretty rough riding and it's articulation leaves a little to be desired in uneven terrain. You might consider a 4 spring equalizer type. Just a thought.
I just love Tom’s sense of humor. He and Matt play well off of each other!
that duo is pretty rock solid
You are joking he is a yes man. Spoils the show yep I have unsubscribed
@@noelkerr1615that's too bad won't be the same without you
@@noelkerr1615 wtf are u talking about... they complement each other so well, in the shop and on camera
I am definitely looking forward to the build series on the spud truck.
Hopefully next time you go test the truck you can drive it out of the yard and drive it back in and not be towed back in
This spud truck would make a cool halftrack. We also know that you got 3 MRAP axels so you should build a six-by-six rollback recovery rig. Oh and it should have all wheels steering.
That's what they are, I forgot! But that's right!
You won't be able to steer with locks on the steer axle, that's why the Mfgs don't offer steer axle locks on modern 4x4's.
I've driven 6x4 (no power steer axle) cement mixers with both rear axle locked in and it took 3 football fields to get it to turn, with 4 sets of dual tires pushing it straight ahead.
So with the mixers, you don't lock in the rear axles until you get stuck and can't move. Then you lock them in to get unstuck (hopefully), get moving again, and unlock them on the move so you can steer until you hit the next bog. Even with the locking rears you usually end up hooked to a heavy chain to a front end loader or excavator...
Have fun!
I love watching all your vids. Matt and Tom are a great combo. I love the doubts and not doubts about being able to do a certain thing. This was a wonderful video.
This would be an awesome off-road roll back. Roar in over the tunes. Pull the side by side up. Fly back out. You could also make it an 8x8 and put another axle behind the cab!
I’m thinking instead of (or in addition to) a roll back just put a crane arm on it so you don’t have to worry if they roll, steer, are upside down, etc.
That beast is SWEET guys ! What an adventure and thanks for bringing us along.
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
I need more Tom and Matt in my life. You guys are the modern day Bosom Buddies.
Love to see Matt consistently building bigger and better wackier and wilder off-road rigs
What a killer episode! Can’t wait to see the build. I’ve gotta say, the team’s ability to thrive in sub conditions is super awesome. Keep it up and keep sending it!
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.
Tracks on the rear tandems would be pretty awesome 🤩
Oh man a freaking half track! Genius!
Much Bueno my good sir!
That'll be a great fit for those military axles, add a flatbed and you won't need trailers anymore in the desert
Yes this
Even though Paul is building one I vote building and Off-Road roll back as well. I’d like to see one with a hopped up diesel and I also think it be super awesome if you stretched the cab and made it into a crew cab of some sort. Now I realize that might not be feasible since it’s some pretty involved metal work but you’d have room for the crew and dogs and something really unique.
There’s a company in Idaho the specializes in stretching that era truck called Rtech Fabrication if you wanted an idea of what it look like.
Can't have a diesel around Matt, how is he going to run out of gas when it doesn't use gas?
@@monkeywithawrench27 he might learn real fast if he did switch cause if you know anything about diesels running out of it is not fun!
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.
I think those huge axles that Tom bought would look good under that, make it the Worlds largest off road roll back.
As I posted over on Robby's channel, I feel you, Robby, Paul, Rory, and all of your crews are totally insane in a good way.
You guys know how to have fun, but you get very serious when you need to get a job done, whether it is recovery, bodywork, or other demanding work. My hat is off to you guys.
Of course, I live in relatively flat South(ern New) Jersey so you doing rock crawling and transversing almost non-existent trails seems like craziness to me.
There isn't much recovery work in my area, but people do get stuck out on the beaches on the Atlantic Ocean at times, or the various sandy dirt roads that crisscross this part of the state.
Stay safe and keep producing these great videos.
He just finished the wrecker and has the next project ready? I am so stoked
Gotta love it! Great builds and wicked content 👍🏻
Content must be made.
Well, gotta keep those views up and more youtube money will come in
Well Tom-Tom bought those monster military axles. Gotta put em under something
Business is good?
C'mon Matt! As a retired district manager for Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) Freightliner/Western Star, I have to call you on the "10x10" headline. The truck you have there is a 6x6. Truck configuration is stated by wheel positions, not number of rims and tires. If the chassis had three tires and rims at each wheel position, it would still be a 6x6.. I know I'm more than a bit pedantic about this subject, but it just chaps my hide to see a 6x6 called a 10x10. Sorry!