Finding the Truck I Thought I Would Never See Again!!!

[@stick004]

I CANNOT BELIEVE it’s been 7 years since that Bronco showed up on the channel. I remember the day you got it. And the day you sent it off. Time is slipping away so, so fast.

[@fiction402]

That floored me too man, i didnt think about how i practically grew up with Matt

[@jonathanshipley196]

I don't even wanna think how long it's been since they blew up his car on demolition ranch

[@poboy6704]

That is insane. I need to quit KZbin.

[@hyperthermogenic]

I'm turning 53 in a little over a month. When I look back at the moments of the last over a half century, at least the parts I can remember, they seem to have happened almost instantaneously. One of my biggest regrets I have is that I was rarely, "in the moment." If you know what I mean. Enjoy the moment you are in as much as you can. We really don't get many.

[@bladesofglorylawnmaintenan6354]

Absolutely gorgeous Bronco!! I had a 95 Eddie Bauer edition.. I miss that thing so bad. I got hurt in the line of duty and had to sell it unfortunately. Along with my 96 K5… Thanks for the video @Matt. And definitely thanks for the memories.. Stay blessed brother.

[@pixiniarts]

Kind of ironic that BFGoodrich put on a whole trip for you and others, got a bunch of nice trucks, set everything up with activities and all-sorts but the thing that showed the quality of BFGoodrich tires was seeing them on ol' Bronco after some serious miles, years and abuse still good... Seeing the Bronco again put a smile on my face.

[@mattdee9296]

BFGoodrich is a awesome company, few people know how much they do for others especially veterans!

[@meddlesome9252]

That roadside guy you purchased the knife from in the last episode... i looked and found his website, he's now sold out of nearly everything. I bet he had no idea who he sold that knife to and how big your audience is! 😂

[@kategrossi8717]

Thats awesome. Good for him!

[@tmees100]

What's his website?

[@TrumpDatB1tch]

Whats his website and how expensive are his knives? I know the one matt got was a little pricey but totally worth it for the quality

[@ryanhart7392]

Sweet!

[@kilo1934]

The power of the demolitia.

[@jefftrue79]

The bronco bit almost had me in tears. I can't express how much respect I have for you Matt and how much you do for all of us by bringing us along on your adventures. You are truly a man of men and i couldn't be more happy to have been with you from the start.

[@justinoliver1984]

Well said mate..... Well said

[@ronfowler6873]

I very much look forward to every video from Matt and his adventures. I hope to meet him one day on an adventure of my own out of Wyoming...it's a great state but unfortunately there's not a lot to do here unless you're an outdoors enthusiast

[@ryana3679]

Matts still a vet at heart. Checked the pups teeth and gums real quick.

[@chrissyfrancis8952]

I saw that. He did a once over on every dog he touched. You can tell a lot about a dog’s health from its coat, eyes & teeth.

[@Mavrik-60]

​@@chrissyfrancis8952do the same buying an animal horse dog maybe not gerbils but most animals. Can tell a lot....

[@Christopher_R]

I thought he was just testing their temperament. I grab dogs by the face before letting my kids near them, just to gauge what they’ll tolerate, and what they won’t… that said, MY dog definitely plays harder with me and our boys than with our girls who are all younger and smaller than the boys. They know.

[@ryana3679]

@@Christopher_R There weren't any kids around at the time. From what I know from the vets I know they can tell how well dogs are doing health-wise by the teeth and gums but I can see it also being an indicator of temperament.

[@fartzinacan]

I noticed the same thing.

[@rooooogy]

Really miss the old days when you used to take us to new places with you , that was owesome .. didn't expect to see the bronco ever again , just wish it was a bit longer update . Thanks Matt for all of those years

[@bean3015]

It runs and drives what else do you wanna know?

[@annreinbeau]

Ummm, the old days? He just took us with him to Alaska.....

[@roberthanna5497]

You do know the guy that owns the bronco now has his own KZbin channel, he documents driving it back to Alaska after receiving it from Matt

[@shepelkstone]

I have had a few huskies, one that was an Iditarod trained dog (he didn't make the cut so she got rid of him) and yes, you can teach them left and right. My current husky, Rufus, is 13 and I still have him pull me on my bike around town. He knows left, right, stop, slow and watch for traffic. When he gets distracted by a smell or trash or something (dead bird), I tell him to "leave it" and he takes off running again. Smartest husky I have ever seen... He's a good boy!

[@lordofpain3476]

Just remember , if you aren't the lead dog ....... the view never changes.

[@leftyo9589]

a dog with reasonable intelligence can learn. my GSD i recently lost knew left, and right.

[@Manco65]

​@@leftyo9589I agree my first GSD and I had almost a telepathic connection.

[@rockkhound943]

I've had dozens of huskies an other breeds . I've settled on huskies, there loyalty is unmatched in my opinion.

[@umbraelegios4130]

We had a pure bred Malemute. Way to smart for his own good. Most of the time he was a big puppy. He was never much for making sounds.

[@korosensei7081]

It’s been 7 years or more since I have subscribed you Matt. Though I don’t watch your vlogs now since the abandon mansion was completed but nostalgic isn’t it seeing the bronco again!

[@DaVe-iSnOtHoMe.MaN.LemmingsWeB]

Fords don't die. They just get it done

[@kevenweaver9266]

It's crazy how big the world is, yet small enough to meet up with an old friend 4500 miles away on a whim.

[@turbocateyeS475]

We all knew the bronco went to Alaska, the guy drove it there from Texas! But Alaska is huge so the fact that they were anywhere near each other is wild.

[@prairiefarmer5994]

@@turbocateyeS475 It is, but it also isn't too wild, they were both clearly in Anchorage! The odds of an Alaskan living in Anchorage is like 1 in 3 lol

[@Guiltyme]

I used to work as a fisherman far out at sea for 6-7 weeks at a time, North of Norway and around Svalbard. The northern lights was so big and bold and the colors was very strong, dancing on the sky. Best way to watch because there was no other lights to see

[@amorton94]

I want to see them so bad. It's on my bucket list.

[@Chesterfield.Esquire98]

Grew up along the Canada/us border😅😅 I had never seen them, until I went to deline in the nwt. I may have got whiffed by the onion cutting ninja 🤣🤣

[@Mantreaus]

There is nothing better than the sky at night at Sea. I have been around the World upon the Sea and never tired of laying back just looking at everything.

[@heavyq]

I'm so happy Matt got to see the Northern Lights. Living in Montana we get to see them quite often and I sorta take it for granted now. Seeing someone see it for the first time is so wholesome and I love it.

[@GNelson1989]

That was 7 years ago? Damn I've been watching you that long now? I remember all those bronco videos.

[@niq872]

yea i thought it was only a couple years like 2 or 3 but its crazy how long ago that was

[@GNelson1989]

@@niq872 yes!

[@jedironin380]

YEP! I remember the Bronco builds, too! 👍 Cool video (get it) Matt!! 🐕‍🦺

[@FluxDeimos]

As someone who grew up far enough north that the Aurora was literally almost every night I always enjoy watching people really get to experience and enjoy it for the first time

[@chunkylover53ataol]

The Aurora in person is a special life moment. Glad you were able to experience it.

[@ABrit-bt6ce]

That show is space death beams being deflected by our planets natural defences. That, is so cool.

[@noodlelynoodle.]

​​@@ABrit-bt6cenot even just deflected though but absorbed which feels even more wild and it absorbs so much of the energy from those death beams that the individual parts of the atmosphere begin to ionize and produce light of their own so they can dissipate that energy

[@kasper_429]

So cool seeing Tyler's Bronco again. I can't believe it's been 7 years!! Time flies, man. RIP Cpt. Mark Tyler Voss. Gone but not forgotten, and immortalized through the build videos of the Bronco here on KZbin.

[@KJRob30]

The bronko and your emotion brought a tear to my eye. I love it. Thanks for taking us on your journeys.

[@markdavid4773]

I felt the same way when Matt was talking about it 🙏🏼🕊️🙏🏼

[@funnyfarmdad9997]

Yeah I kinda got choked up a little when I saw the Bronco.

[@matthew-maxhall948]

When you forget how emotionally attached to a KZbin story and creator you are... you had me for most, but i lost it when i saw the bronco and saw genuine eyes 🥺😍

[@MitchellAlbrant]

It's nice to see how well those dogs are, reminds me of my GSP, they just love their day job and to be exercised, but also are so socialized they're a good dog outside of it too. It's nice to see that they are being treated well.

[@beccac6451]

Alaska is beautiful. So glad you got to see the bronco, I can't believe its been 2 yrs since you gave it to Tylers brother. Have a safe flight home.

[@johngross8300]

Tyler Voss Warrior, another of My Hero’s-I have Quite the Few (nothing I could type would convey the depth and breath. . . ). Matt Carricker, Man, Husband, Father, DRVM, CREATOR, ENTREPRENEUR, FRIEND, I am sour even as acquaintance . . . Forest his brother (not sure the spelling). GREAT Comment! (Edit: sour = sure! Forest, his brother.)

[@Yalnif5200]

If you get the chace head up to Fairbanks and see the real part of Alaska. To watch the Northern Lights the best is to go to Fairbanks during the winter, hook up with one of the locals and head out of town, lay on the hood of their truck and have one of the best experiences in your life. Laying on the hood provides you a place to learn back and more importantly, HEAT. Been there, done that. Awsome!

[@derpmanfb]

As a kid, I called my dad's 7.3 the heater because of this exact reason. We'd get back to the truck after doing whatever we were doing and I would stuff my head inbetween the tire and the fender to put my head right next to the engine and exhaust headers

[@a.m.2694]

@Matt Carriker If/when you and the family come back and visit Alaska, be sure to give yourself plenty of time. We're a large state and there is SO MUCH to see and do here. Top 5 things I'd recommend: Denali, Kenai Fjords Tour, Exit Glacier, salmon fishing on the Kenai River and a few sightseeing flights.

[@MrLargonaut]

7:00 The quick info dump on huskies was jaw dropping. 3 miles pulling 2 humans and a sled isn't a 'warmup', and it takes around 200-300 miles for them to 'calm down'? Yeesus. I now fully understand how much energy those dogs have.

[@marksaunders2500]

Hi from uk 👋👍Here matt I never realised how long it was since the bronco build wow! I remember that shop with ramp on left side office with unusable space upstairs 😂 man I remember so many barngarage builds, repairing boys go kart then linc got caught up in fence flat out so many good time matt thank you so much from us all for years of your time. Beautiful man thanks from uk be safe and see you soon 👍 👋

[@MrJasonhallen]

I was stationed up there for 10 years. I love it. My boys are still up in Fairbanks. I look forward to returning some day.

[@feeterican]

Almost 30 years ago I used to work at a place called Super Shops and we only sold BFGoodrich tires. I used to have to answer the phone with. "Thank you for calling Super Shops, Home of the BFGoodrich Radial TA as low as 39.99 and the Callaway Corvette giveaway, can I help you please". I had the tires (Radial TA and Traction TA's); my friends had the tires (All Terrans and Comp TA's), and snow was a walk in the park with them. They made my friends 90's Trans Am a winter car with Radial TA's that laughed at the sight of snow-covered streets. The car would stop on a dime no matter how much snow was under it.

[@Jessica1980-gh]

Man, It does not seem like it could've been 7 years ago you got that bronco!! So awesome seeing it again.

[@robbiemoriarty7499]

Thanks for taking us along. Everything was fun!

[@primigen]

Matt your friend would be soo damn proud to call you a good friend, not many people would do what you did.. my hat is off too you.

[@Hammerstrike81]

Awww, the Bronco. ^.^ What a fantastic chance to see it again. Thanks, Matt~! Glad you got to see the sheets~!!!

[@ScottWaa]

Loved the throwback vlog style video. It is cool to visit places, but family and friends make everything better. ❤

[@annreinbeau]

You always stay down to earth and remember your roots, Matt, you are a wonderful human to follow. That Bronco segment brought tears to my eyes.

[@debrawiley7673]

Matt this was great I really liked the dog 🐕 sledding and the truck's. The mountain was beautiful and the Northern lights was awesome. Thank you for taking us along. 😊👍🏻🌟

[@WilliamAndrews0]

Man, I remember those Bronco episodes... Insane how much has happened since then. Always nice to see a bit of the past.

[@paulawynne6420]

This man has a beautiful heart! He's one of a kind! ❤❤

[@Hacksaw37]

Dude, Golden moments all over, in the river, the sky and memories of a past life.

[@jeremybrowning4612]

Awesome trip. Glad you got to see the bronco. I hope he had time to at least grab lunch. The world is beautiful but people are the true treasure.

[@jerry50bmg65]

Crazy circle of life. Never thought this truck would be seen again. Yes, 80s Bronco size is way better than the 70s reboot.

[@AllOverOverland]

Yo! I was one of the guides in the Nissan right behind you at the KO3 event in Alaska! Love the videos!

[@rotaman8555]

I’m in Alaska not far from Talkeetna. Lived here for sixteen years and have no plans to leave. I’m really bummed that you were so close and I didn’t get to meet you. Glad you got to see my beautiful state and hope you come back soon. God bless

[@jamesscully529]

I grew up in northerm Ontario and in the dead of winter, the northern lights were so bright at night you could get around without a flashlight. This time of year you can see them, but Alaska in January would probably be even more magnificant. Sounds like a return trip to plan Matt...

[@rae25]

Ohhhh the Bronco! My heart is full today, thanks for the update!

[@codecircle423]

Matt man, you should do a 10 episode series with you or some family or buddies. And you just go run around some things like this or some nature trails. Its always great to go out and being a wondering nomad.

[@tonytrumble]

Awe come on Matt bring your family to Prudhoe Bay at the end of the Dalton Highway in the winter. It's fun. I went up there in the dead of winter with a load of toilet paper, a 53' trailer full. Wish I had something heavy because those roads are slippery

[@debbralehrman5957]

You had me believing 🤷🏼‍♀️ So sorry Matt. 😢 That was a good Momma dog.👍🏼 So many new people she was so good.🤗💕💕💕 Matt I don't know why you were surprised as a Vet, you know that's what Mom's do for their babies. 🤔 Thanks BF Goodrich for the cool trip. Thanks Matt for taking us along. 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 🍂🍁🍂🍁🍂I KNEW I COMMENTED TOO SOON. CONGRATULATIONS MATT.👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@gerinchambers4787]

Fairbanks is the best place on earth. My favorite of all time. I hope you made it out to Chena Hot Springs, ate pie at Hilltop, and got to experience some of the hospitality that locals are known for. I love it there.

[@greggollaher5053]

This was a really nice episode. I'm sure you browse through the comments, as I just did. Look at all of the heartfelt gratitude for what you've offered over the years. Well done sir. Keep up the good work.

[@alaskaoverlander]

It was awesome to meet you! Always enjoy sharing Alaska!

[@TSeific]

Matt, Your videos helped me through the pandemic. To be better every day, at least a little bit and I'm still trying since. Just let us "offtheranch" fans know that your fantastic wife and kids are doing well and doing well in their projects. I totally understand why they aren't part of the videos, just let us know once in a while that they are doing well. Thank You!!!

[@Diviknight]

summers in AK are so great for vacations because it's warm and good weather and the sun never sets, so fun all day!

[@ScubaDude_Sg]

Ok seeing the Bronco is THE highlight of this video, tks for showing her off 2 us again, wld love to have heard how she handled the trip up to Alaska! See her motor and its condition! Nice! The Bronco is definitely d highlight!!

[@LostInThe0zone]

I loved my visit to Alaska. We were fortunate to have a clear day for our helicopter ride near Danali. It was sweet!

[@dylanvu945]

Matt, what a small world and how everything is connected. I am a boom operator on the 135 and a couple of months ago, you received a flag that was flown on the 135 from another fellow boom. I had no idea you knew Tyler Voss. Shell77 has impacted our community and every year, on May 3, all the 135s bases holds a memorial.

[@ErinLogan-y6l]

Absolutely loved this video Matt. You literally knocked this one out of the park..❤❤ Beautiful scenery too

[@KayInMaine]

I have a big lump in my throat now after you started up your best friend's Bronco. What a moment for you, Matt. XO

[@rickycarpenter7231]

Has it really been 7 years! Feels like yesterday. Thanks for brining us on your families life adventure man! Time is flying.

[@sgtrickards5683]

I was stationed in Alaska for four years. I was up at Eielson AFB. Had a lot of fun. Saw a lot of Alaska. Beautful state.

[@edwardcokley9224]

Those old broncos hold a special place in my heart. I had a 86 with a bored and stroked 5.8l and granny gear 4 speed. Put a 6/8 lift set on 8 gears and lockers front and rear and some 15x39.5r15 TSLs on it and called it "Tiny" got mad and sold it and have not been able to relocate it.

[@pomsrcadventures8482]

Thanks for bringing us along I’ve always wanted to go to Alaska.

[@claytongross5657]

OMG ALL THE PUPPIES ❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@LisaGiesbrecht]

That was so adorable ❤

[@chriswtburke]

glad you got to see the lights!! I use to pastor in Yellowknife, Canada which had the lights all the time, its so incredible to watch. I'm in eastern canada now, and we see them here from time to time.

[@joesanchez9512]

I was thinking of the bronco since the last video. I need one asap.

[@gary66669]

That's so cool you see the bronco again it's how I found this channel. I had an 88 bronco. You're a good friend matt. Tyler is smiling down on you.

[@thadguy7984]

13:51 OH MY GOODNESS LOOK AT THE BABIES SO FRIGGIN CUUUUUTE

[@donemmons5376]

BF Goodrich tires are the very best! Had them many times on my trucks over the last 30 years and can’t say enough great things about them! Been in sand, mud, snow, rain and much more. Awesomeness for sure! Great vid Matt! Thx for sharing.

[@MultiMacnasty]

Totally agree about the Bronco being a full size truck.........I had a 91 Bronco loved all the room inside and the couch for a back seat..........

[@jabjab1010]

What a bunch of young souls. Good luck out there.

[@zachlerickson]

Love to see it! I rode on that same jet boat a couple years ago. Pretty cool trip! Welcome to Alaska! I hope you enjoy your time here even though it’s the rainy season.

[@PublicEnemyLive]

Love watching this content. I was Born in Anchorage lived in Wasilla and had Mt. Denali as a view from my front door. Absolutely amazing brother keep up the great work!!

[@rsnerfman44]

Matt the lights you saw at 16:30 are an airport beacon. It alternates white and green, which can help pilots locate airports at night. white and green indicates an airport, while white, amber, and green indicate a heliport.

[@SgMFluffy]

All I saw was the thumbnail and started going holy crap! while at work, clicked on the video instantly.

[@mikeyoconnal9849]

Haha same!

[@billybuckshot6909]

You too huh?😂

[@becklyn3]

Same

[@zippymoons2124]

I think i loved the last part of the video. My brother and i shared several vehicles when we were younger, he passed last year , one of his friends from VA beach was passing thru NE and he had bought my brothers school car. I got to take his old whip for a bonus ride…. I know how special that must have felt for you……

[@EQINOX187]

"make sure you have something between you and the moose , preferably a tree or me with a gun " Talk about the mvp of wild tour guides with her 12gsg sling over her shoulder

[@joannahatton99]

A Moose will get you with her feet long before you have a chance to use that flimsy knife. Moose are very temperamental and dangerous animals and not to be trifled with.

[@peternorton5648]

@@joannahatton99I think he realized that and was just being humorous. Yes they are giant beasts and can be ill tempered for certain.

[@Lagniappe.]

Its beyond crazy as others have said it being 7 years. On a side note, opening that door brought back memories of the same distinct sound my bronco made when i had it.

[@ianmckay1780]

Oh dear Matt, you've given my a real problem now! I'm disabled and can't walk very far, but I'd love to see Alaska in the flesh myself! I am worn out having just watched you and those gorgeous Huskies with that soulful cry, poor little things. Foresight of what is to come for their future and all the fun they are going to have.... Thanks for letting us see what you got up to there, but if only! From UK.

[@dannop2562]

Disabled also, but got to see some of Alaska in August on a cruise. Might be an option…

[@rachelwhitehead6977]

15:12 best part of the whole video ❤😂🐶 Loved the scenery as well. Alaska is so gorgeous 😍

[@yotarocket]

Nothing but TOYOTA Tacoma's and 4runner's. Glad to see BFG supporting the two kings of off-roading!!

[@jtmersing]

Don't forget that beaut of an 80-series

[@TLAR24]

Ha and gee are left and right for dog sledding. It’s funny to hear people when they first see the northern lights. Nice to see you saw Tyler’s brother and the bronco. ❤️🇨🇦

[@johngross8300]

Forest

[@bettypruitt7582]

Sayin’ hi to a special truck is the best. &&& BFG rocks! Been loyal customer since late 70s. Hot rods, trucks & racing. Btw…I don’t speak Spanish but I do watch a number of YT channels in Spanish due to content. Jes sayin’. Man…the Northern Lights on my bucket list. Glad you got to see them!

[@skozlozlaurie712]

It's the Northern Lights, it's gotta be!!!! 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@captainbear6188]

@Matt Carriker, I hope you had a good time In Alaska. I grew up in Fairbanks and miss not being there. My stepsister had a sled team, the sound of the dog yard in during the winter nights was a great sound to fall asleep to. I know that my sister used "Gee" and "Haw" for turning. You should head up to Fairbanks if you really want to see the Northern Lights. If you think that them dancing is cool, wait till you hear them Sing.

[@mrrota3512]

That drone shot at 26:25 with 20 tacos in the middle of the river in the middle of nowhere is amazing.

[@OffTheRanch]

Right?!?!?! It was epic

[@mrrota3512]

@@OffTheRanch and other sick toyotas 🤘🏻

[@mrs.antihero]

16:10 Airport. 🛫 They always have the rotating white and blue-green light. More pilots in Alaska than probably just about anywhere else, since so much is only accessible by plane. Thanks for sharing your trip with us! It looked like so much fun! 😊

[@TobyCatVA]

Dude is so freaking lucky, those KO3s are the bomb!

[@_alexh20_47]

Love you guys Matt!

[@MaximusBlaze710]

Good morning everyone have a good day 👍

[@arcticmagpie7844]

You got a good light show. We've been in Alaska for almost 9 years and we're still amazed when we see the lights.

[@kategrossi8717]

When the sled dogs were going nuts, my husky perked right up and was wondering what was going on lol

[@tearstoneactual9773]

Man, I'd been watching for a long while before the bronco vids. I remember all of that arc. I'm so happy you linked up with your friend and that truck again. Seems like this was a great trip all around. ^_^ See you when you get back. Travel safe, Matt.

[@level-III]

Man those dogs are badass

[@danielsypult8998]

If you think Alaska is beautiful in this weather, you’ll love it when the weather is nice! I moved from Arkansas so quickly because of that!!

[@ericdincauze3984]

Morning Demolitia!

[@Caffeinated-Veterinarian]

Ford should send Matt an offer to be a designer for their new Off-roading vehicle series, raptor, bronco, ranger and all! They need the help nowadays!

[@RogueRipple]

Matt hasn't seen a moose, so he ate one for lunch! See em, eat em. Whatever works!

[@kamoonrathewolfgod9189]

This video made me so happy and excited. I have never been to Alaska or seen the Northern lights either. That place is gorgeous.

[@evorider4133]

Surprised that your u didn’t quote Yosemite Sam when you were running the dog sled hah mule hah mule!!! LOL. That looked amazing

[@AFMurse]

I am born and raised Alaskan, but I haven't been back since 2004. My dad was military, we left when i was 15. I am now 32 and in the military... I would love to go back "home." Alaska is so unique and there is nothing like it in the rest of the country.

[@florianreimann3166]

"Make it big like the old Bronco" ...Matt, I've seen the old videos, that Bronco originally had a truckbed, you wouldn't have fit your family of five in it either xD

[@jamesantoine1974]

Matt, I agree full heartedly about the new "broncos" they are closer in size to the ol bronco 2. And they look like a new jeep!

[@Jml416]

I was able to see the Northern lights several times when I was stationed in Montana many moons ago. Cool experience to have...

[@AlaskanCharlie]

We moved (drove) from Alaska to Texas a few years ago. I don't regret the move, however man I do miss the beauty of Alaska. I do NOT miss the long, cold, dark, winters though. Seeing this video sure does give me some nostalgia and brings back some good memories though.