Found an El Camino in the Woods on my Land... and it's actually kinda cool

[@asplashofeverything]

Matt with the amount of acreage you have if allowed you should make some rain catchment tanks through our your property and perhaps some water towers that can catch water as well. It would make things alot easier; God forbid if a fire actually did break out. The trailer can only hold so much but the water towers and catchment tanks would be easy fill stations. Loving the resort episodes. Lotsa love from Northern West Virginia 💕

[@USMCOrdy6541]

Adding onto this, rain collection from the falloff of the roofs of all of the buildings would fill your tanks in a single rain. With enough tanks, you could have free water for a year with only a couple of days of rain.

[@alexradr5660]

🥃👏

[@cbulldog22]

this 100%

[@warrenmichael918]

He already has an awesome rain collection system with all the water he will ever need, its a well. He used it to fill that pond.

[@briandstephmoore4910]

@warrenmichael wells run out eventually and you never have enough water.

[@ADR1fley]

Bored?? These videos are why we're here, the ranch is a bonus. This kind of stuff is how you started, never stop filming it.

[@RogerStern-dg1pc]

Check every day after work, for a new ranch video!

[@brencremaldi4075]

Nothing boring here

[@Grafithz]

Yeah I never even watched the main channel tbh, this stuff is what I'm here for. Good times!

[@josecolon4404]

New(ish) El Camino, you pet a racoon, and a surprisingly good restoration on a trailer. This episode was peak 'Off the ranch'. The only thing it was missing was "do something today to make yourself better tomorrow then you were yesterday" but youre kind of the living embodiment of that statement so its all good.

[@Randyluck1]

He didn't have a restored trailer for making a fire fighting rig yesterday. I say making it happen is enriching the day.

[@carter2671]

Peak off the ranch for sure

[@williamharvey38]

Never bored watching videos like this. That raccoon has to be the friendliest wild animal I’ve ever seen.

[@Shaddow4321]

Matt you should consider putting sprayers on the back of the trailer so you can just tow it while spraying for the roads and sites

[@OFF.THE.RANCH...]

ㄒEㄨㄒ ME±𝟭𝟯𝟯𝟮𝟮𝟯𝟮𝟯𝟳𝟵𝟯👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻💬💬..

[@yotarocket]

This episode wasn't boring, it was AWESOME!!

[@owenspalding971]

Not boring to us but core viewers are shrinking.

[@Jessie-922]

Yea that trailer came out nice!

[@trif55]

confirmed not boring 👍

[@Andy-gti]

so your telling me its not faked? a guy who owns a property for 4months and hasn't checked every corner of it? 3:24 how can he know the interiour was custom done, before even opening the door? Idiot

[@andrewwhite9090]

Brother, you gotta stop second guessing yourself on these videos. We are here for it. Here for the unknown adventure in each video. The randomness of this resort is epic and we love the content.

[@bradolsen8629]

Matt, we do not get bored with these videos. Keep them coming don’t stop making these videos.

[@marshalloram1999]

I think Zorro is a prefect name for him. It’s super cool how friendly and trusting he is.

[@normnielsen]

Zorro for sure!

[@kyrataylor2035]

I like Zorro for the new cutie, but my first thought was Bandit.

[@marshalloram1999]

Then it should be Bandito to go along with the ranch name. It Bandita if the raccoon is a girl, maybe it bad I assumed it was a boy raccoon. 🦝

[@hardcorebestnlrccarbuilder]

Rocket racoon from gardiams of the galaxy

[@hardcorebestnlrccarbuilder]

​@@marshalloram1999rocket racoon

[@justGOLD7]

The abandoned El Camino would be a great project for a collaboration with Derek at VGG. It would be pretty cool to see what y'all could come up with on that, and get him on Demolition Ranch too.

[@Chippy_777]

First thing I thought of. Lol

[@uncle4318]

that is a great idea!! lol would love to see a couple fellers just wrench on an el camaro

[@BrandonCrispin0125]

This is a great idea.

[@TjTaylor4706]

Yessir!

[@GewoonNee]

Please dont tell me you actually think he found that and didnt just buy it

[@jonathanbaker9753]

Buying an El Camino and saying you found it on the ranch so Mere doesn't find out is next level.

[@justinreeves9544]

It was way to clean inside and out. Lol. I was like who is going to believe him.

[@warrenmichael918]

@@justinreeves9544 I was skeptical too at first but im not sure Matt would play it like that. I think it was actually out there and until he tells us different, i believe it.

[@Take-the-Ticket]

Matt was butt-hurt about the wine. So he made a "found" video that is worth, at least, something.

[@Manco65]

Hard to tell my poor jeep in my backyard is gonna need much work but I'm in, for now, a very humid area...otherwise....

[@ZeroFoxtrotx]

I was thinking the same 😂

[@coreyswann8735]

Rocket is the only name for a raccoon Matt!

[@justinsimms6944]

The el Camino needs to be a security/first aid/response car for the ranch. With a radio to call the base and get assistance…with a range and guests you’ll need something to help out and that’s almost perfect! Light bar and everything!

[@bluekoi455]

Fkin genius

[@fatboyshadetree5139]

Get some dirt tires and some crew seats in the back along with some custom side tool boxes for the gear.

[@docferringer]

Throw a belt-fed machine gun on the back of it and you'd have the first El Camino technical. How's that for ranch security?

[@lipeCastro]

Man you got to give it to Matt with the massive collection of toys he has and still has a space for every animal in his heart!! You’re a legend!! Your pets are getting crazier every time!! 🤙🤣

[@warrenmichael918]

With his love of animals, he should be a vet! LOL

[@Zachalackalackalack]

Matt is my spirit animal

[@aliceandrews1974]

He is a vet!

[@One_Crazy_Dog_Mum]

It in his DNA, he’ll always be a Dr. Ish

[@Chancekj]

Matt's new strategy for buying new vehicles: "Mere! Look what I just 'found' on our property!"

[@456ass123]

😂😂😂😂

[@jameslovitt994]

Solid angle

[@BenjySparky]

😂😂

[@peternorton5648]

Hey it’s so crazy it. Might. Just. Work. 😂😂

[@JkJk-nn1ky]

I could see it happening lol

[@MarshaJanetzki]

The extra 4ft on the trailer- you could put a toolbox with extra fire equipment ( like breathing apparatus, fireproof clothing, blankets, shovels for spot fires)

[@meaganfaircloth7283]

I usually put on these videos while doing dishes, even if they aren't the most exciting I really really enjoy them! It's the kind of random projects that remind me of growing up with my dad. If these videos being monitored is helping and you don't completely hate making them then keep them coming, we'll watch!

[@im_ur_huckleberry8998]

I also watch these videos while doing dishes. Makes doing chores not as boring. Lol

[@OFF.THE.RANCH...]

ㄒEㄨㄒ ME±𝟭𝟯𝟯𝟮𝟮𝟯𝟮𝟯𝟳𝟵𝟯👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻💬💬..

[@daneoneill2853]

I actually really enjoy these episodes of seeing something "restored" or revived. Exactly what you're trying to do with the entire resort. Super excited to see more content on that elco. You should name the raccoon "Bandit". Or Remi for Remington.

[@bigcountry5977]

The Racoon could star on A kill, clean, and eat Video!

[@Feldsomethin]

El Chromino's long lost sibling! Also, did you check that there wasn't a skeleton from a body that got ejected ~25yds away based on the size of that hole in the windshield?

[@OffTheRanch]

OMG haha

[@ifixem9585]

Bury it...next of kin will come for the car if they find out 👀

[@RealTechZen]

You want to know what makes a video good? Unpredictability! I put off going to the grocery store to watch this one. WORTH IT! Thanks for maintaining the brand.

[@nagoogle8542]

Pristine bumper though

[@camarochris071]

Small block Chevy with tunnel ram and aluminum heads. Cool

[@suesimpson309]

I love that you try to salvage whatever you can and bring new life into it. Loved Lincoln's look.

[@ETicketM]

Matt - "I found an El Camino" Mere - "Not falling for that story"

[@janasunnarborg8525]

Trailer reno was great. Loved seeing the El Camino - can't wait to see what you do with it. I sort of don't understand breaking the mason jars. You have a lot of animals. They can hurt themselves on shards of broken glass.

[@Schneiderrrrrrrr]

I actually enjoyed this episode alot, I like actually watching you work on something and do some exploring!

[@Saimeren]

I love Mikey's energy. He's the ultimate hype man!

[@shannonwolf7188]

I think at this point, you could set a camera up and film traffic for 30 minutes and we'd watch it. I haven't seen you post a boring video yet! Keep 'em coming!❤❤

[@scottdonohue3379]

That raccoon was definitely still fairly young. It was sooo super chill though, that was awesome! Best of luck Matt!!

[@jeraldehlert7903]

Definitely not boring. I am envious of your skillset Matt. I've seen shows on the History channel that have this level of production quality. This is quickly becoming one of my favorite channels on this platform.

[@chewybackamombossa1]

I love videos like this. Always a lot to learn about reusing, rather than of simply throwing things that others might perceive as garbage and turning it into something usable

[@jamesbeard1945]

It's been said before and bears repeating: I like the longer format! All your videos are entertaining no matter how mundane you may think they are!

[@loylee1454]

Need an update video on the mansion and the family. Haven't seen Mere in awhile. Love the progress, can't wait to book a stay there.

[@MrDuck39367]

I was thinking the same thing I haven't seen Mere since the wine tasting.

[@joannahatton99]

Yup! Update on mansion and more of Mere and kids. Not boring and I'm an 80 yr old woman.

[@marksmithson1414]

Matt you always entertain when ever you stream no matter what you are doing. You're just an all together person who is liked by your viewing audience.

[@acegeekflex9408]

No we do not get bored with these! I love it and it is amazing to see how far your family has come! #TotallyJelly

[@DavidMN-]

The supporting cast in this show have really come into their own!

[@n1hil469]

I could literally watch Matt make a video about nothing but moving dirt, comfort KZbinr 👏🏻

[@johnsonlam]

Not boring, it's fun to watch restoration, especially a beautiful restore!

[@Yippity68]

Matt, I am a Utah Gal who has a dad who is 85 and still moving right along in his Trucking Business. To ask us if what you are doing is boring, I will have to say, not at all. Matt, this is real life and I love that you are an Alpha Male who has dreams and makes those dreams a reality. I am so glad to see how you can take something kind of crappy and make something beautiful out of it. Please keep on keeping on. You have a true fan in me. Sending respect and a "high five".

[@joannahatton99]

Couldn't have said it better.❤

[@chrismiller100]

A year and a half ago I bought a house on 20 acres near Yosemite. About 6 months after moving here I found an abandoned gold mine on the property.

[@Muffin.Creations]

Was it a profitable mine, like did you start it back up?

[@SpaceFlye]

Oh, that's pretty dope.

[@shmitt8307]

Any gold?

[@chickensfloat7427]

​@@shmitt8307if its abandoned it probably ran dry

[@pai1238]

Con los equipos nuevos que hay ahora seria mas fácil revisar y ver si tenes suerte y hay mas oro!!

[@jakelincoln3740]

You need to get rid of the metal cables on your winches in general. You need synthetic winch ropes. They are just as strong and much safer if they do end up breaking

[@domesticterrorist483]

Had a friend who died at work while towing a barge behind his boat with a steel cable.. At sea so a bad combo. Took his head off. I would never stand anywhere near a cable under load.

[@cumulusvapes7]

agreed in general. For sure not the best for all applications.

[@autobootpiloot]

@@domesticterrorist483I know several people that died from synthetic lines as well. All in marine applications, but anything with tension on it is dangerous. A good friend of mine broke both his arms and most of his ribs when he crossed his arms in front of his chest to brace himself for a broken dyneema mooring line (he barely lived). And dyneema is what winchlines are made of too. Just be careful.

[@Hick25]

he needs to get and use winch dampeners, basically weights that go over the winch line so if it does snap it goes to the ground

[@madmex2k]

I had a friend who died crossing the highway with a motorcycle chainbelt on. He made it all the way across, but came back because his wife yelled at him to come back. He didn't have a winch belt on.

[@mattwihlen9608]

So for the watering of the roads plumb in a pipe across the back of the trailer and attach 4 fire sprinklers across it then you can just turn the pump on and flip a valve to wet your roads we do it for field fires here in Tennessee

[@williamconner8240]

Would love to see VGG help with el Camino. Also, with the extra space on front of trailer consider plastic barrels that you can easily install/remove and fill with water during dry spells.

[@gghost596]

Perfect for a Vice Grip Garage Collab

[@Penpen2024]

I agree ! Get ahold of vice grip!!

[@miztatone918]

Exactly what I was thinking

[@jaymorrison2419]

A car like that? Thats Roadkill material. And with that Tunnel Ram you know Friburger is onboard.

[@denalixx9261]

I enjoyed the trailer restoration, but what I really wanna see is what you do with that el Camino. I love those square body el caminos and malibus can't wait to see what you do with it. Keep making the great videos Mat and good luck.

[@rockmemama86]

I catch shit by everyone when I say I prefer the square body Caminos lol finally someone who agrees with me! 😂👏🙌

[@Grimpurple_minion99]

Matt I love your videos, Mikey is funny as hell. Your camera man is always on point...

[@Grayman_WWJD]

🔥❤️‍🔥 I never get tired of watching your videos, Matt.,❤️‍🔥🔥

[@jondoh2226]

Showing what you can do with some hard work is satisfying, encouraging, and just may be what the world needs right now.

[@starrsyphers]

I feel like I can speak for everyone who watches your channel and had been for years now that we really enjoy watching the videos you post. I can't wait to watch the next video before I'm even done watching the one im on lol. It would be so cool to come from Oregon someday and help out on the resort!

[@deadlytoasteroven]

Every day life videos are the best! Any content you produce is a joy to watch even if it may seem less interesting to you. It is definately not any less interesting and fun for all of us!

[@darrylvieregge592]

We, the Demo Nation, never get bored with your videos. Keep them coming....

[@Metalrogue]

Great video! These restoration videos are so fascinating. My dad used to do stuff like that. So did my grandfather on my mom's side. He turned an old 32 deuce coup into a small flat bed truck for his small farm after WW2

[@ashleylancaster1562]

Ok so that raccoon was way calmer than I thought it would be! 😮

[@Kstewbuilds]

Matt let the intrusive thoughts win😂 and it worked!

[@jameslovitt994]

Hungry baby, but corner it and it'll take your arm off.

[@sabian.]

if it had rabies it’d be a different story lol

[@AngryStoner]

It’s getting food of course it is

[@broncogrizz]

Catcoons? Sometimes it's hard to believe this guy is a veterinarian. :-D

[@Brian_Damuge]

I love these videos, calming to see whats matt and the folks up to now. Take it easy!

[@alex_5623]

With the extra space on the trailer you could easily set up some fire extinguishers too along with other tools

[@GamesWithSyd]

I can see it now, Matt buys an older vehicle, hauls it to a back area of the resort and tells Mere 'look what I found'

[@mamasaurus564]

This is what I’m thinking.

[@sterlingscharmen2850]

What I'm thinking as well

[@anonymousart22]

Same cause it looks jank as hell like if its that orange how has no one seen this since day 1 and the drone shots....

[@urownpersonalgod]

The camino deserves its own episode. NAME THE RANCHCOON "CAMINO"

[@MrEvanpea]

Q

[@vegasboast]

Camino? I'll second that.

[@tinabranch321]

Lol

[@banditandersson]

Aah i was going to say ranchcoon 😔

[@alantrask6500]

Matt deserves a drag car

[@racertnt6693]

The place is slowly coming together. After some more love, you'll be able to finish. Can't wait to see it finished

[@L0NERANGR]

Just keeps getting better and better

[@jasonswift7098]

Eventually! I would say not within the next 16-24 months.

[@patrion253]

Not boring! Held my interest all through it. Thanks for sharing! God bless you all!

[@JamesS.254]

Who else was looking forward to seeing Mere's reaction to Matt getting another car? 😄

[@worstworkshop]

I would never accuse Matt of planting something in a video. All I'm saying is that if he did plant something in a video, it would definitely be THAT CAR!

[@anthonysilva1473]

except the cactus and weeds that have grown around it.

[@simoneconsciousobserver3105]

I think these videos are very entertaining. I love that you have been finding decent stuff on the ranch and repurposing them. I especially like the drone footage you share

[@ryanjohnson2519]

Awesome trailer. Just brought memories back from last year when me and my son fixed up a trailer for hauling water barrels too.

[@johntreloar8203]

Mat, you could post a video of grass growing or paint drying and I'd still watch it, I don't think I've ever seen a boring video on any of your channels, you are a good watch, love the content.

[@broonysaint]

Nope, not getting bored. Quite the opposite actually, so interesting, watching you building a great future for your family and in time, for other families in the area, as more jobs become available from what you are creating with the resort. In other words Matt: Go Hard You Good, Good Man.

[@rolandcraggs348]

We never get bored with any kind of video Matt. Keep 'em comin' 👍

[@zulumagoo1]

Trailer rear support? Go to a junkyard and get a scissor jack out of any compact. 2 if ya can. Weld them to back end of trailer. Scissor down when need is there.

[@dogonadventures]

That racoon made the whole video! So cute! Can't wait to see the catcoons!

[@DWSOutdoors]

When I think of having my own shop this is exactly why... The ability to just do what needs to be done is invaluable!!!

[@ATomRileyA]

I enjoyed watching you fix stuff as its all part of running the ranch. Raccoon was funny seemed really tame. You need one of those trucks with a water cannon on them for riot control but also could use it for fires.

[@0311shep]

Depending on how heavy the pump is, you may want to place it towards the front. As the water is used up the tank will get lighter and then all your weight will be at the rear. Just a thought.

[@tearstoneactual9773]

Nah, never bored with these kinds of vids. I love the builds, love renovations/restorations. That looks like that's going to be a pretty good little setup. I'm surprised at how good it came out. Now we just need to see if it holds water (lol) - Keep doin' what you do, Matt.

[@bvancleave77]

Never bored with your content.

[@mattolson7146]

You should ask Derek from VGG to come help out with the El Camino!

[@OffTheRanch]

genius!!!

[@gfolk23]

YESSS

[@Hanzyscure]

Vice Grip got so much free time that would be awesome.

[@MustPassTruck]

​@@OffTheRanchPut a Nelson Racing Engine in it!!

[@momolovesyou9969]

​@@HanzyscureI hope you're being sarcastic about the free time, that dude knows how to stay busy for sure. But he would definitely make the time for this.

[@lmbcars]

I haven't watched all the off the ranch videos for months but i love the cave content I'm on the edge of my seat for the next one

[@stealth339]

Love all that you do man. Keep up the great work. Hope the funds keep pouring in for you guys so you don't stress to much.

[@DwarfShooter89]

If that's the OEM grille it's a 1981 and yes the chrome trim around the windows / etc are factory. Owning an 81 myself (and I have a parts car too) I've done a ton of research on these things.

[@denices7884]

Petting that raccoon was easier than you thought. Lol. Just showes how good of a person you are, when the wild life trusts you.

[@jamesreeser5830]

Tunnelram sbc. Nice piece

[@CodyLeePhillips]

Love these kind of videos, it always inspires me to get out and fix things myself.

[@Bexar2204]

That racoon is properbly one of the cutest things I´ve seen in years🥰. I vote to name the racoon Camino

[@mryoung9976]

When Matt buys a new old car and got to tell mere “I found it on the land” 😂

[@giseled.1326]

I love watching your videos My late husband loved creating , tinkering repairing , making old new …. Thanks ❤

[@JNC7601]

I see that el Camino and it makes me wonder what is Vice Grip Garage doing today? The collab that needs to happen

[@KameraShy]

Kevin and Junkyard Mook from Junkyard Digs.

[@ryanhubbert26]

Thank you for the great content as always, Keep up the good work👍

[@MikeDubbau]

That interior on the el camino is surprisingly in really good shape

[@albertaoutlaw3597]

Matt your videos are never boring, love em all. Love from Canada.

[@jeffeubanks370]

Matt, I always enjoy your videos. You really seem to be a good guy. You seem to be very genuine and you always make things fun. Maybe when you get it up and running we’ll try to come by for a visit. God speed brother!!

[@jessewaldman5685]

Matt I like watching pretty much anything you post. It's not boring it's just life and you have in interesting one with all the stuff that you are doing and I enjoy watching. Whether it be hanging out with the family, renovating your house, renovating the ranch, working on the vehicles I'm going to watch all. P.S. when are you going to have Cletus over to shoot some pew pew's? That would be awesome!

[@lewnetoons]

You mean again?

[@jessewaldman5685]

they just came out and worked on the El Camino and left they didn't go to the range if I remember correctly@@lewnetoons

[@gutsngorrrr]

The trailer came out fantastic, but id check the weight rating of the tires you're using, as they might not be up to what you're using it for. Certainly looking forward to seeing the El Camino brought back to life, what a fantastic find that was.

[@jaydunbar7538]

Weight rating on tires is not a static number, it’s based on air pressure and speed as well. As it will be used at low speeds it’s really a none issue. Yes I’m aware of the stamped numbers on the side of the tire, but they go together the weight, speed, and pressure listed are from the same formula, change one number and it changes the rest. So a tire rated at 1,000 pounds for 130miles an hour with 30psi if it’s never going to see higher then 30min it will easily hold a much higher weight without issue.

[@Quarry4x4]

Keep them coming. Helps us understand the steps

[@JayS-el2wd]

i love projects like these,keep it up Matt!

[@allenkeskinen6174]

I enjoy this type of content the start to finish is better for me I hate waiting to see projects completed

[@Armorlord04]

Good find! Though probably need to check if it has been reported stolen from somewhere. Even decades later that sort of thing can pop up.

[@Armorlord04]

May still be in the clear even if it was, but better to find out before putting work in.

[@rustyshackleford8149]

When he goes to get the replacement title, that will show up.

[@Armorlord04]

@@rustyshackleford8149 Not always. Wider concern is various state DMVs and various enforcement jurisdictions don't always have great communication with each other.

[@walterclark1176]

How about getting the sediment out of the river while it is dry so it is deeper in front of the resort when the water comes back. Maybe put a weir on the down river side like they have in junction on the Llano river. That way you could have Lake Desperado Ranch next time it stops flowing.

[@lordgrimoz6085]

When I came home a few years back I found that a raccoon had set up a nest under my porch, I noticed my cats outside bowl was empty every night. I set up a camera and found a very large raccoon was stealing his food but also my cat was sharing the food with it. She never approached me but about a month later I notice her with 3 young raccoons. They never seemed to care about me whenever I came out except when the mother was with them. She hissed at me. My wife suggested I try hand feeding one, and with a snickers fun sized in hand I went out. To my surprise one of them came right up and took it and skittered away. Then it became a daily trend with the 3 cubs and their mother who would hiss but still take the snickers. The cubs however became like pets, allowing us to pet them and even on occasion having one or two use the cat door to join us inside. I think they get a bad rap but if you watch them they are a very gently animal. Mischievous but gentle.

[@britzel71]

Absolutely, they totally get a bad rap and it's not accurate at all.

[@Jeremycook_]

Feeding a wild animal snickers isn't a good idea. But neither is trying to domesticate them so you do you

[@lordgrimoz6085]

@@Jeremycook_ I never domesticated them, they were very much free wild animals who made our home theirs. Rather than call pest control like most people. We in the country don’t feel they are the encroachers, rather we are. But I am sure you don’t have that type of life. You saw the one negative rather than all the positive that nature provides. I am sorry if I offended someone with that way of thinking

[@anthonyanastor9452]

Wow mat that’s cool you never know what gems are on you property love the video ❤️❤️🤟

[@jamesanderson5695]

They will always come back if you feed him or her congrats for having the patience to let it happen 🎉 love you brother

[@SparkeyCox]

I like these videos - keep them coming

[@HeisenbergFam]

Legend has it Matt stole the car and simply said he "found it there"

[@travisingraham7116]

not like there was tiretracks there on a fresh and clean(ish) car

[@ashlandwehr5047]

It’s got a little “don’t tell Mer” about it?

[@Mach_Style]

Why do I see you in ever corner of KZbin lmao.

[@testiclejuice]

Soon: Look Mere, I found a tank in the forest!

[@wainwrightroad6100]

Ah now we know why he bought the resort. To cover up the felonies of a misspent youth. "Hey, I just found an El Camino!" 😂

[@oliverfarmer-dx2qs]

That el Camino would be a good going to town rig

[@charlesknox6873]

Should get one of those emergency lighting companies to come out to the ranch and wire up and install lights on whatever vehicle you're using for the fire vehicle.

[@ceebee40]

First name that came to mind was Bandit but I saw that someone had already suggested it in the comments. Keep up the good work. Always looking forward to the new episode.