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[@dannyzuehlsdorf3697]

I like Matt because he never makes the client look stupid. Anyone can get in a pickle, not just tourists from California. Thank you Matt.

[@kingkong1040]

That is the other half of running a successful business. Soft skills. Interpersonal skills. Combined your technical skills (off road driving, recovery) with soft skills (personal, communication) and you have a winning recipe for a business!

[@housepianist]

Indeed, Matt’s the best. But I still scratch my head wondering why people take basic front wheel drive cars in these rocky, sandy, and snowy conditions. I’d rather look like a half idiot getting stuck in a proper 4-wheel drive vehicle than a complete idiot getting stuck in a VW Beetle.

[@richardduncan7381]

Yeah, that's one of the best things about watching his videos. He never makes anyone feel bad or ever is negative. Totally respectable dude, especially in situations where I personally would have been like "Really?!?!?!?"

[@tracyc2695]

I don’t know if I would be able to resist, and certainly couldn’t keep from laughing. Maybe he’s editing all that out, but I don’t think so. Besides, he’s seen it all at this point, many times.

[@pnwRC.]

@@kingkong1040 agreed!

[@jasonritter5236]

The check engine light in a Jeep just means the engine is running.

[@ataraxia4526]

It's a Jeep thing

[@CanadaBud23]

The trick is to have a Jeep that didn't come with an engine light.

[@rubenquezada3830]

Hah! I was thinking that very thing only cause my car lets me know the engines running too 😂

[@dufus2273]

Which in itself is a miracle. I've owned 5 or 6. or they owned me .

[@johnschauder]

I have a 95 YJ w/o a check engine light on. It must be an anomaly.

[@francisaiello289]

Matt ive been a union equipment operator all my life from coast to coast... You come accross as a level headed, extremely honest, (which is a rare thing in towing) morally intact hard working caring individual as humble as they come. Iam glad to see someone like you doing well you got heart brother... Id work for you anytime... Carry on my good man

[@wolfguardian8312]

I couldn't have said it better.....

[@africanpenguin3282]

I think also out here you can't be morally ambiguous or corrupt. The distances, terrain, and climate is far too harsh and very easily turn deadly. Winters are cold and muddy, summers are extremely hot and sandy.

[@chrispotvin4129]

We started watching your videos with our kids because your whole crew is so wholesome, positive, and cohesive. You are a great leader with a great team. Thanks, and keep up the great work!

[@wolfguardian8312]

You are correct sir....

[@klrscout]

Unlike KZbin commenters who badmouth the customers constantly. Matt doesn’t, and in fact defends them. It’s the anti-reality-show show.

[@danielnelson4881]

Yeah honestly it'd be real easy to paint some of these people in a real bad light... Talk about how stupid they were doing this or that. The fact you'll hear none of that out of Matt himself is mighty professional, and mighty respectable of him. Thanks for bringing that up. Seems like a great dude.

[@lowellcrabb151]

@allen iverson Matt is a gentleman and treats others as he would like to be treated.

[@shooter45]

It could also be bad for business to bash your customers on KZbin...

[@klrscout]

Carguychannel Almost certainly. I used to work with my dad on his plumbing/HVAC/electrical business (seriously, he had a master’s license in all 3). We were helping to remodel an old house. The owners were there. I was griping about how old and junky the place was as I drug a tool box through the crawl space. Let’s just say I was calibrated :)

[@I_am_TrevorJ]

i loved his answer to "why do the people get stuck out there" great insight, and not blaming them for not knowing. Great way of thinking

[@shawnbrennan7526]

Love how even-keeled Matt is. Never mocks his customers for bad decisions. Never seems to get too flustered. I wish him and the crew all the best.

[@jaysantos536]

Why would he "mock" the dumb asses PUBLICLY that are PAYING him hundreds or thousands of dollars to bail them out of trouble?

[@ISupportIsraelForever]

Probably because he's made the same stupid mistakes at some point in his life 🤣🤣🤣

[@thereisnopandemic]

@@ISupportIsraelForever nah, it’s the money.

[@journeyman553]

I'm so glad he answered how much it cost. There's a reason he answered the way he did. If you're stuck always call somebody that isn't afraid to answer on tape how much it cost .

[@mrbyamile6973]

@@journeyman553 I don't blame him for answering the way he did. I'm watching this video for the first time 2 years after it was made. With inflation and gas prices going the way they are, his pricing is likely changing. I bet his rates are 20% more now than when the video was published.

[@declanthiele]

I love old gentlemen like Ed. He reminds me much of my grandfather. A lot of valuable wisdom, a great person, loves others more than himself. Always gently spoken and well mannered a gentle gentleman, so to speak.

[@mikethemike6406]

"What are they doing out there? They must be up to no good." I often go to places way out in the middle of nowhere. If my truck broke down, I would probably not be found for days. But I enjoy the challenge and the country. I carry food and water and tools and spare parts. My 1989 Isuzu Trooper takes me just about anywhere. I really love this show and the great people, Matt and his crew. You guys are so amazing. And you never make a client feel bad for going somewhere they should not go with what they are driving, even though I have to shake my head sometimes about people's choices. And I think the banana is a pretty impressive rig. Thank you for sharing all your adventures!

[@johnchedsey1306]

Why do I explore backroads? Cuz they are there and often there's amazing places to photograph! Disclaimer: I just have a small SUV and risk aversion, so I avoid challenging roads. But I grew up in the west and understand how fast the back country can humble someone.

[@StewartLucrative]

The fact that somebody would assume someone in the middle of nowhere it's automatically up to no good, says a lot more about the person doing the accusing than the person out in the middle of nowhere, lol. That, or they just live a very sheltered life and never go off the beaten path.

[@SOHCGT]

Check engine light comes on. Pops hood, "yep it's still there". Shuts hood.

[@darinbarfield8738]

I had a check engine light on in a 1997 Chevy Tahoe & a mechanic said he could fix it for free, He walked out to the drivers side an put a round black sticker over the light- and said it’s good to go now!👍

[@MichaelMiller-rg6or]

I was literally about to make that joke. You beat me to it.

[@indridcold8433]

I hate the dreaded, "No Bus," error. I have to stop and get a meter to test to see if the ECM bus is still there.

[@matthoye4974]

Guys used to put tape over the little ‘shift up’ arrow lights, you could do that to the check engine light!

[@indridcold8433]

@@zeeoracle Yes, OBDI ports have been around since the 1980s. But their information was very basic when it came to trouble shooting. I still have an original OBD monitor. It only displays numbers that are cross-referenced to an index. I do not get to use an original OBD monitor much. Those vehicles are running out due to evil government programmers to junk these old cars.

[@jeff52707]

Matt - you're awesome, dude! Your positive, encouraging, and non-judgmental attitude make your videos a pleasure to watch for my whole family. I love how when you do your recoveries I've seen you, as a first step, ask the driver if they're doing OK -- especially the people who have been out there stuck for hours. Your care for their mental well being is so kind and good natured. I've told several friends about your videos, describing you as the Bob Ross of off road towing. Keep up the great work, positively impacting people's lives (and getting them unstuck too)!

[@streetbikehunter7259]

I love how you guys asked Ed. That will be priceless footage to look back at later in life. Keep up the good work and thanks for sticking up for California folks.

[@darylnicklen242]

Some people just don't understand how much wisdom the older persons in our communities carry. Also having older persons around younger people who understand them is great for there longevity. We all love Ed and his presence here is appreciated.

[@lawlessmeatball]

I'm late but I'll throw this in; I drove up to Montana in a front wheel drive 4-cyl in Feb and got stranded in Yellowstone on top of a mountain. Never saw more than an inch of snow in my life and I was way out of my element. Tow truck the insurance company sent couldn't make it up the mountain so I was quite literally stranded. A ranger and his friends happened to stumble across me and dug me out, turns out I was the 4th texan that day they dug out, but I was the only one who hadn't called them up. Got down the mountain and slid off the side and got stuck again right in front of a completely different ranger this time lol. He graciously got me out by my rim and was genuinely happy to do so. After getting out of the park I immediately got stuck on a snow drift in the middle of an intersection at the beginning of town directly blocking a dually towing a horse trailer and a subaru behind him. I didn't even make it out of my car before they ran up and started pushing. It moved me almost to tears to see how deeply nice Montanans are to total strangers, and how stupid I was to go to a whole different world unprepared like that. People like Matt here are the reason I haven't completely lost my faith in people. People like him are the best of what humanity is, and they will carry us through this world as the amazing species we are. Thank you for being the amazing person you are Matt, and I hope more people see these videos and use you as their inspiration to treat random strangers with the kindness we would all like to see in the world.

[@NS-xo6qe]

Montanans are some of the nicest people anywhere in the USA, and I'm not just saying that because half my family is from there. Especially in the small towns, they'll help you out out of any driving situation you get yourself into because Montana is wild country and the people there understand the only reason they're not stuck as well is because they've been driving there for years.

[@lawlessmeatball]

@@sunnydeng9263 So what happened was, I took an unplanned trip up north and a day or so after I got up there, their first actual snowstorms had blown in. Snow tires were thought about extensively, but ultimately decided against since I would be back in texas within a couple days and it didn't make a lot of financial sense to buy expensive tires for one or two days use. Chains were also being considered, but my wheels aren't factory size so tires were out, and the only set of chains I found were exorbitantly overpriced. Believe me, the next time I head up north I'm bringing tires and chains with me, even if it's the middle of summer lol

[@lawlessmeatball]

@@NS-xo6qe No lie there. I made it a point to talk to everyone I came across (which I never do) and I had some very interesting conversations. Got snowed in at a hotel and wandered around late at night, found front desk dude Andy munching on snacks kicked back in the lobby watching Judge Judy. We talked for an hour or two when I had walked across the road to a family owned gas station when I had another looooong conversation with the nice woman behind the counter, and that was just on day 1 lol It's been about 6 months since then and I still haven't come close to finding that kind of genuine love and hospitality even in my hometown. I've already decided I'll be moving up there late this year or early next, and I can't wait.

[@NS-xo6qe]

@@lawlessmeatball it's the Irish heritage a lot of people there have, that kind of connection is something I've only experienced here in Ireland where I'm currently living, and in Montana, where my family lives. If the political situation was different, I'd have moved back to Montana years ago. If you're going to move anywhere in Montana, I'd suggest the west or southwest, anywhere between Kalispell and West Yellowstone. I haven't experienced the east much but you just can't beat having the Rockies on your doorstep.

[@ClumpsTheLion]

Generally in a place where there is lots of snow, espescially in the mountains people aren’t afraid to help. Or in small towns people will help you out in a jam

[@dominicryan9739]

"you're right, it is barely getting the job done, but that puts it ahead of everything else I've tried" I absolutely love that quote. You need to go around and speak to newly degreed engineers about this concept 😁

[@plektosgaming]

The best thing is going to be something older like an original Land Rover, or Unimog. But those are outrageously expensive to find parts for as well as to obtain.

[@blainelanders2361]

Thank you. I think I learned more in the first 10 minutes of this video than the previous 20 videos! I was stuck once. We were in a 1985 Jeep Cherokee in Wyoming quicksand. Not to put down the Jeep, I have had 3 and they have been great. More than just telling a recovery story, your videos teach everyone. Thank you again.

[@stevenmccrickard1401]

Good video, thanks for including Ed's perspective. And for caring for him and keeping him active... Honor to you.

[@justlivelovelaughfrugally]

His voice change when talking about Ed spoke volumes. He loves his Ed. Matt is a great guy!

[@icumfreedom5294]

I would be extremely worried if one day i got in my Jeep and the check engine light was off.

[@davidowen6103]

Joshua Garcia haha!

[@andyr5389]

Trade it in then and buy another Cherokee (square body of course). ASAP.

[@GoingNoWhereFast]

Thats usually when they start on fire !

[@yetisiedzinski1007]

That would be the indicator of... dead battery?

[@CaseysOffRoadRecovery]

@@GoingNoWhereFast boy howdy can I attest to that.

[@kdmellor]

Matt & Crew, Thanks so much for taking the time to make these videos. As parents, it's hard to get your kids to slow down sometimes. It seems like they are always running. But when I know my boys are coming, I just start an episode of Matt's Off Road Recovery. When they walk through the door, they'll actually stop and sit down. We watch you guys do your thing while we talk about the important things in their lives. So thanks for making it so this old dad can spend a few hours of quality time with my boys on a regular basis. Keep up the great work!

[@wolfguardian8312]

Matt's Off Road Recovery is not only entertaining, It's highly educational.....Good job Matt and crew

[@jodyl5444]

Matt I absolutely love watching your videos I think you are pretty awesome you set a spectacular example for your kids as to what a hard working man is, and your sharing it with the world. I also love the fact that it's very obvious you are a family man and you spend time with all of them even if it's at work including your dogs that's pretty cool. Keep up the great work Matt and team I look forward to watching more videos. Thank you for all you do.

[@Youngbl33zy]

I got a tow by him once, it was $295 out on sand hollow fairly easy tow/pull out

[@WallaceLau]

Your comment is literally more informative than this entire 16 min video! Don't get me wrong I love Matt's channel and I understand why he has to be dodgy on cost; but even a rough "price range" would've been nice... such as "don't expect to be anything less than $300, but the most demanding job we've done were in the thousands". Even being vague is still better than being a click-bait... lol

[@Xtawa21]

Sounds about right

[@billw6373]

Is your time worth Money? Sounds pretty reasonable for someone who got stuck in the middle of nowhere in the sand in the first place...just sayin".

[@dustyak79]

A couple people liked putting their 2 cents into your comment, neglecting that you were just being informative. No shit its cost money to run this business and people do expect their time is worth money. You stated the price, you stated the location and you described the circumstances.

[@theg.c.1617]

He's not making anything close towing, compared to what he's making here on KZbin. Guaranteed.

[@jamesfoureight9879]

After watching these videos there is at least one solid thing I know, Matt and the team are solid genuine dudes. Keep it up boys.

[@TonyMontgomery18]

This Q&A is such a great idea! It's been kinda hard to watch the great videos and fully enjoy them with burning questions driving me nuts, even kind of making me anxious and crap, and you did such a great job here answering probably everything I really wanted to know. Now I feel I can kick back without too much curiosity or 'anxiety' etc getting in the way and just enjoy the awesome countryside and watch you do your thing. Thanks a lot!

[@CesarSandwich]

Matt never gives anyone a hard time or makes them feel bad about getting stuck, always gives people the benefit of the doubt, always assumes the best about people, and for so many other reasons is easily the most likeable person (that I'm subscribed to) on KZbin. This channel is also the first thing I've ever seen that made me want to visit Utah. I had no idea how amazing the views are. I'll have to visit sometime, when the weather is easy.

[@wolfguardian8312]

Yeah, Matt has a heart of gold.....and surrounds himself with like minded folks......

[@trailrider348]

You're a 100% genuine person bro. Glad there's ppl like you on this earth.

[@theinternets7516]

As a Tennessean, I can assure you that if I'm going to get stuck in a cross-over suv in the desert I'm going to be damn sure it's got California plates on it. 😂😂😂😂

[@AFMR0420]

I’m from California and im not renting a car if it doesn’t have California plates. Salt and snow leave vehicles unreliable.

[@tandyroyal8513]

@David Erickson ???

[@brodyleephotography2177]

@@AFMR0420 Dunno where you heard that myth, but okay.

[@analactica]

@@brodyleephotography2177 he's right about the salt

[@savage22bolt32]

@@brodyleephotography2177 Yeah, coming to a red light, I pressed on the brake pedal & it went to the floor. Brake line was rusted out from the roadsalt. Live & Learn

[@kathygallagher7378]

I watch your channel because you are all very nice to each other and to your customers. Its refreshing to see people who are both conscientious about work and not judgemental of others.

[@millertalbot]

Love the channel, love what you do, great customer service, unquestionably expert (and a little crazy… some of the things y’all do makes me look away!), a breath of fresh air! Keep up the great work!

[@highlonesomerob5053]

My check engine light has been on in my '05 Wrangler since 2012. I checked - the engine was still there. No worries.

[@motoshedman]

HighLonesomeRob And when you need to replace or add oil just pour it right on the top of it.

[@downunderthunder5468]

I walked past my Jeep 2 days ago with a Pepper steak I grilled on the BBQ and the check engine light came on. I then poured a Whisky on the Hood and it went off. Most people just dont understand Jeeps wisdom.

[@MrRoseandrc]

Thank you lol still laughing

[@miwuksniper]

HighLonesomeRob my anti theft device is the 6 speed manual and the starter is out! Haha

[@brunodouble558]

1st excuse my english. I'm European, and almost got stuck off road with my rental car. I'll explain you why. We went to California with friends and rented a car to got from San Francisco to Las Vegas, visiting all the national parcs along the trip. It was in 2005, GPS were expensive so we had just a classic road map. One of the tourist spot that we wanted to visit (some kind of old western village) requiered us to take a road labeled on the map as an "Earth Road". For us Europeans, if the road is on a road map then you can take it with any type of car, so that was not clear for us what kind of road it was. That earth road was actually a dirt road, easy to drive on with our rented car. The day after we were on our way to a campground and we spotted on the road map a hudge shortcut... Another "earth road"... Just like yesterday we were thinking... First miles of the road were perfect, a dirt road, easy. Then we came on a hill where the road was in bad conditions (very narrow, lots of sand and rocks) . I was driving and I said I could handle it, the road will be better after that hill... I was super wrong... We managed to drive on the top of the hill but the road after was terrible and it was now impossible to turn around and go back... Our luck was that the bottom of the car was protected with a metal plate (our European cars have a plastic cover at best) and we were 3 young guys with 3 gallons of water in the trunk. We were walking on the road, inspecting every turn before engaging the car, moving the big rocks, filling up the holes, managing to move the car like 50 meters every minutes... And it was like 40°C... It took us the entire day and we arrived at the campground during the night. If that happens again now, with my wife and kid then I'm done... Call for a tow... That story may sound dumb to an american guy but you have to imagine that Europe is very different... I've realized that when a bear crossed in front of us... We almost shit ourselves and all the american guys were like "happens all the time..."

[@erichusmann5145]

Given your route, sounds like the first stop was Bodie, CA--a "ghost town" from the mining days (Ed's childhood, maybe? /s). That's a graded hard packed dirt road if my memory serves. I worked at a camp about an hour south of there (and on the opposite side of the area's main highway) that had to get the rocks dug out of the "road" up every year... at least one Saturn sedan left the contents of its crankcase just downhill from the camp due to a rock impact, and at least one more turned around before getting to that point. Most other vehicles--particularly if they have ground clearance--are just fine up and down that one but it takes some practice. And hoping the camp crew (and county) got around to the road work that year. I've heard of even US government vehicles following the GPS... in the Rocky Mountains... and being surprised by the 4WD coming down the jeep trail that their GPS swore was a road and they were paused to figure out where the "road" was. As for cost: I'm with the rest on this, exact cost isn't going to be an issue if it's fair, and the towman always knows best. It ain't the tools the customers are payin' for. It's the knowhow that comes with the tools that they're paying for. As the apocryphal engineering story goes: $1 to hit the panel, $9999 to know exactly where to hit it. Though I do have to ask... if the customer ends up being rude (or otherwise insufferable), do their bills tend to end up being slightly higher for some reason?

[@jamesm8049]

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@jamesm8049]

Come to Colorado. We drive those for fun.

[@daftnord4957]

Sounds like you did a better job for yourself than most americans would have done. The American west is all about adventure, like doing things you shouldn't have done, cause when you come out the other side you earn a great experience

[@wxx3]

We've all been there and done that.

[@jsw4473]

I just wanted to say that I appreciate your videos for a couple reasons. You guys obviously like each other and get along very well, and treat the customers with respect. Not only that, they are entertaining AND educational, not that I ever hope to get stuck 🙂. But best of all, I appreciate how you keep the language clean. It's refreshing, and I for one sincerely appreciate it.

[@JCammeron]

Matt, I started watching your videos around 4-5 months ago when I finally got my first 4WD truck (I've driven 2WD trucks up to this point. Starting down in Nevada when I lived there and now up in Oregon.) I have to say I really appreciate your demeanor. You are always kind to every customer, you aren't cocky, you don't act like you are the god of recovery. You keep yourself humble and considerate. As a novice just getting into doing a little bit of off roading it makes the community feel more welcoming knowing that people like you are a part of it. It inspires me to always be on the lookout for people who need help, and not to be embarrassed when I've needed it myself. So I hope you don't take it to heart when people criticize recoveries. Hindsight is always 20-20. Nobody is going to see the best solution every time. It's just the reality of being a public face, there will always be people picking at the details. You always do what you can to make the recovery happen though, and you always take care of the people and I think that's what's important. Overall you and the gang are awesome. Thanks for the great attitude, and for sharing these experiences with the world.

[@dsw_kat2693]

"Soft amber glow of the check engine light" Priceless, love it.

[@greyannon1]

A piece of tape would fix that pesky light

[@philipgildea8846]

Yup, black electricians tape works perfectly.

[@jamesfrady272]

I caught that too, and chuckled. Small stuff like that makes me want to meet Matt in person.....at a restaurant.....not 30 miles out in a gully full of blow sand. lol.

[@RubenKelevra]

Electrical tape is the propper fix for check engine lights 😂

[@shawnsutube]

Sorry, I posted my comment then go to read the other comments and you’re the very next one and saying almost the same thing. Lol

[@RubenKelevra]

@@shawnsutube no sorry necessary, happens to all of us 😙🎶

[@markg.2501]

Proper application would be double layer to prevent Burn through or C.E.L. Glow

[@Sureashellisntgoingtobemyemail]

Beat me to it!

[@philipkemp7510]

Nope, sharpie

[@jaminova_1969]

Thanks Matt! I'm from CA. While there is plenty wrong with this state, I have 4wd on my truck and if I'm going to get stuck, you best be sure it's because I was really trying! Utah is beautiful, btw and definitely worthy of a roadtrip one of these days.

[@markjohnis1872]

I learn stuff every time I watch one of your videos… also, I enjoy all the various people involved in the channel… it’s interesting and entertaining… thanks for an informative channel that’s also fun to watch…

[@shimmygono]

Quick little square of electrical tape will cure that engine light

[@Ironsights85]

or if you get real ambitious, take the cluster apart and sharpie over it

[@robertelmo7736]

I bet one of those little itty biddy drill bits would do the trick even better lol..

[@chrisannunziata7628]

come to New York and be prepared to fix that light once a year for inspection or just keep getting tickets for being out of date.

[@mikehoncho9344]

I worked at a shop in early 90's, we would just take the bulb out

[@mikelatta484]

Sharpie doesn't peel off.

[@sippe3985]

I like you for not being judgemental, thats rare to find these days

[@michaelastruss4550]

karma SJ , Exactly thought the same - the world would be short of problems if everybody would be like Matt

[@brettbarrett2533]

It's amazing what you have built with this channel, Matt and team! You're all great people and sure do treat people right.

[@kraigg5533]

Thank you for your team in showing so much of what can happen in nature and the time and efforts to show videos from building the rigs to the recoveries Keep up the great work Thanks to you and your team 👍

[@broheim23]

First, I want to give everybody at Winder Towing a big 👍. A couple of observations after watching about a half dozen of Matt's videos: 1. A business that depends upon its vehicles to bring in revenue using older Jeep Cherokees should show many viewers how minimally expensive and maximally capable old Jeeps can be (this is coming from a guy who is not a particular fan of Jeeps.) 2. Given the nature of the work and the approach shown to recovering vehicles stuck in sticky situations, I have no doubt that whatever specific prices Winder Towing has for a given situation are as reasonable as can be. Thanks for posting these videos; I think you're doing a great job of keeping the public informed on how to prepare for off-roading in southern Utah.

[@Stratos53100]

Exactly, You dont necc have to have the best of the best of top equipment/vehicles to get the job done, Fabbing metal(s) & DIY helps also.My Family had a welding business and nearly everything was handmade except for handtools etc.

[@plektosgaming]

Also, to be honest, they expect their rigs to die or break on them. Jeeps as well as old (1980s) Toyotas are extremely simple to fix - and if it's dead, well, it's only a few thousand to fix it or less than 10K get another one set up and ready do go. You use the tool that works but also that you won't break your bank if it dies on you.

[@stevenkeeffe9137]

"I decided it (the video) would be better in my natural habitat, which is behind the wheel of my Jeep, with the soft amber glow of the check engine light on my face..."

[@unclemarksdiyauto]

Thanks Matt for your Q&A session. As a recent subscriber, I learned a lot from your explanations. Love the channel and how each instalment can be so different. Keep up the good work from your fellow KZbinr in Manitoba Canada.

[@mikejames7013]

You know what they say about hindsight, and a lot of people especially the ones NOT in the recovery business know a better way. lol I enjoy watching both you and Casey on off road recoveries. You both articulate well what you want to say (thank goodness for editing) and seem to do that well not only for us, but for your customers. Keep up the great videos.

[@mikew4019]

Ed's a good dude. He adds a fantastic dynamic to the show and the team. I want Ed's job in my retirement.

[@bluecollarstudio8513]

This is one of the best unintentional Off Road channels in America. Also , thats powdered sugar sand, no joke. I got stuck there last year, put it in 4WD, aired down and barely made it out.

[@bluecollarstudio8513]

dazaspc yeah, you Aussies seem to have sand driving down. Beautiful country and beaches you have there.

[@MrCoopersdad]

A Jeep friend of mine turned me onto this page. Matt and his crew are my new favorite show to watch. I love all the content.

[@cactustweeter2890]

Matt thank you for your honesty, insight, and transparency. It's much appreciated.

[@diligafifunouno641]

Jeep cherokees came from the factory with check engine light on.

[@m3chanist]

To treat others with dignity no matter who they are, is the hallmark of a dignified man.

[@GhostDrummer]

I love Ed. He reminds me of my dad. Hard working, full of info, and willing to share his wisdom and knowledge. I’d like to meet him someday. Now that I’m living in Idaho, I hope I can do that. I keep chains, tow straps, and ratchet straps in the back of my truck all the time. I have a bunch of harbor freight ratchet straps too that I’ll give to people when I see they don’t have a load secured properly. I’ve stopped on a roadside to help secure loads. Thank you Matt for sharing your experiences, your family, your amazing crew, and all the other channels who’ve created this absolutely beautiful community.

[@alanscott6241]

Excellent video Matt. Thanks for the teaching experience! When you think you know it all, ur in trouble. Love the way you triangulate your straps & cables. Did some rigging with cranes & trees. Always learning. Keep up the good work and God bless you and your family 👍🙏😎🇺🇸❄️💪⚓

[@tjmmcd1]

Title of video: "How much does this cost?". 15 minutes into a 16 minute video we finally get his answer. "I'm not telling you".

[@anthonymoreno894]

Yeah I had to downvote it for that. I really was curious what the hourly rate was at the time of filming and the typical time it takes to recover. Click bait title. Yuck.

[@douglas4200]

had to scroll way too far for this comment...

[@bubba99009]

Yea would have liked to know some worst case scenarios. They drive pretty far out and take some pretty extreme jobs. I figure some of these must cost thousands of dollars. But they sound pretty inexpensive since they only tried to charge the Mom with the razr stuck in a fence $40 for a trip charge. You can't even get a ride to the airport in a Kia for $40.

[@coreyis1]

Thanks for the heads up

[@maxst2]

@@anthonymoreno894 It's because there isn't a clear answer. It won't be cheap.. happy now? lol

[@amaclach]

Matt is clearly an intelligent guy. Well spoken, thoughtful, considerate, and an expert in his field. Those that have no or even worse, enough sand driving experience to be dangerous, have no idea how challenging it can be. I've been driving sand for a long time; beach, desert, river... They're all different, and they change based on temperature and moisture content. Sometimes with an experienced eye, you can predict what a given patch of sand will be like, sometimes you are surprised, and only lightning quick (and smooth) reflexes save you, sometimes you sink upto the doors. I still get stuck sometimes, and sometimes someone shows me a new trick that I might have heard about but have never seen. Sometimes it's me that does the teaching. Every day is a school day. I'm 100% sure that Matt knows this, it's just a shame that the "experts" have no idea of how challenging sand can be - or how to make a living out of rescuing people. Awesome channel Matt - I'm a big fan

[@oldboater]

This has become my favorite utube channel, and I don’t know why, because I’ve never been off-roading. Matt you seem like a very good person. And your prices must be fair, because I never see any of your clients crying at the end of your videos. Keep up the great work & videos.

[@BradPaulus]

Awesome as always. I'm from California, and I've helped both local and out-of-state vehicles out of winter snow drifts over the Sierras. The faster we can help each other, the better the traffic flows. Know your limits, if something doesn't seem right, don't drive into an area in which you may encounter issues.

[@KaliAndy2]

Sierras get more snow than UT and CA within 100 miles goes from lowest point in hemisphere to pretty much highest peak. Everything from low desert, high desert, forests, granite peaks, coastal areas, big trees, etc. Tons of people offroad with all kinds of Jeep and offroading clubs across the state. Some snowflakes just love blurting out stereotypes without ever having visited the state. Well said with helping each other out and staying safe, life is too short for hate.

[@roamingdoggy]

Matt, I enjoy your videos and the fact that you are providing excellent off road recovery services. Your extended family is wonderful too. Keep it up! (I’m in California and we roam the Mojave and lot’s more.)

[@bryanenglish7841]

Everybody in life needs an Ed, glad you found yours :)

[@michaeljohn7467]

It would better to have a holy spirit filled Ed with many working angels n lots of holy light of love n truth n not a severely demon devil possessed Ed full of evil spiritual darkness

[@scottyellis3442]

I think Matt & his company is great & really glad they take the time for filming and editing & everything that goes along with it, very entertaining channel so thank you for all you do. And I glad you explained the difference between beach sand and desert sand I didn't know that, I've drove on the beach many many times at 12 pounds. Again thanks for all you do please keep'em coming for it's one of my favorite channels. 👍🏻👍🏻

[@Josue-rd5gt]

I could only imagine how much it is. A buddy of mine got stuck out in Galveston Bay and had to get recovered. He was a few miles out and it ended up costing him $2600 to get towed in. Love y’alls videos including the weather report.

[@wolfguardian8312]

Yep, gett'n a crew out 'n all the equipment and time can be costly....Yer in business for a reason, to make a living but you have to maintain all that equipment too 'n pay your employees.....It's not cheap gett'n stuck 'n need'n a tow....Sometimes Matt has 'ta drive many miles 'ta recover a rod someone woofed off a cliff....then there's the time and effort to recover.the vehicle....Cha-Ching.....Matt has a hard job many times 'n work like this don't come cheap....

[@adamrubinger2644]

My buddy pulled an f150 off of a beach with a stock Cherokee... much to the dismay of the MASSIVE tow truck that was stuck on the way down there. Tow driver said "good luck, he's down there... I'm not gonna be able to come down and pull you out either!" After the f150 they both went uphill a bit and let the wrecker anchor off of them to pull himself out. Tow guy gave my buddy a hundred bucks!

[@hamiesticks6101]

"The soft amber glow of the check engine light" lol, thats how he gets such good lighting to record when hes driving

[@hermanf2926]

Its where the light tan comes from.lol

[@TimothyKelley007]

😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣

[@Alexandersucala]

11:06 - no answer given for how much it actually costs lol

[@StinkyBlack1]

Complicated jobs that require multiple people and vehicles and long distances can be thousands of dollars.

[@illegalwaffel6435]

probably because each job costs different. I doubt his hourly rate is the same for a simple job than a back breaking grueling job. *EDIT* : I just got to the point at 14:53 where he confirms what I just said

[@yourelectricman]

@@illegalwaffel6435 So if someone calls up and asks, I'm stuck in the sand in this area, do you have a ballpark ? He answers I don't have an f- ing clue. Come on. Been in business since 1977, like all Tow companies These guys compete with each other all the time and people are going to call asking. So if he said I don't have a clue, well there going to go with the other company.

[@combatLaCarie]

yeah, thumbs down for the bait title.

[@aytviewer2421]

When I used to live in North Eastern Nevada (over 25 years), I helped tow out several people several times a year. Usually it was snow related. And several times over the years, I received help getting out of a jam myself. The bottom line is that in very rural areas, people are generally down-to-earth good folks that lend a helping hand when needed.

[@joerg-michajahn4963]

"Ed's just an old gold miner and guard dog." That was pure gold :-)

[@jeremy8797]

Easy, I’m from Tennessee. We don’t rent cars, we have yards full of them!! 😂😂

[@garnetmcgahey490]

right, ive got four 90s fords that are all 4 wheel drive in my yard

[@maggiesfarm7970]

Jeremy Haha!

[@johndenver5029]

Too funny , too true

[@jamesmacheel2330]

Keep doing what your doing, helping others🙏🏼

[@JacobAnawalt]

Thank-you for sharing Matt & thanks to your great crew! Quality serice & production. Hang in there.

[@mtnmann72]

We love the dynamics of this channel. Like a wholesome family earning a honest living.

[@tandyroyal8513]

I want to see Matt Drunk 😀😀😀

[@rodleypumpkins4174]

Glad I watched this whole thing to find he ain’t telling anyone

[@AlexAfferMetallica]

You gotta get stuck to find out

[@rodleypumpkins4174]

Crossfire Detroit apparently

[@GeoffRosenstein]

He's running a business. He can't just tell everyone what he charges, plus, I bet in that line of work, it's hard to put a specific dollar value on it, since there are so many variables.

[@rodleypumpkins4174]

Geoff Rosenstein Doesn’t have to be super specific but a ball park would be nice to know. Not sure if he’s said but does insurance cover any of that? There’s stuff he could say that doesn’t give away much. Plus anyone who did get towed by the guy could in return tell his competition which from the looks of it is no one.

[@rodleypumpkins4174]

awesomeguynamedjon at that rate I’d leave the rig

[@susanmedlock4482]

My fix for the check engine light is black tape. Has been a very good remedy for me. Mine has been on for 10+ years. Thank You all for the wonderful videos. You all are amazing. ❤

[@randymullins9822]

Thank you for doing the videos. We are here in Ely Nevada and find ourselves and friends getting in to some kind of trouble more often than not, always pushing the envelope. I enjoy watching the different techniques in how things are done. Thanks again for the channel and keep up the good work ...as always be safe and have fun ....Randy M

[@rockett725]

I just admire the fact you know your equipment & how to use it. I haven't seen any unsuccessful attempts so you are doing your job well!!!

[@richardheaton6406]

Matt you do a great job my Family owned a towing service when I was a teenager I started driving a wrecker when I was 15 and only had a beginners permit off road of coarse and your crew is very good when your crew and the customers car comes out without damage it is a good call or good service ignore the naysayers keep doing what you do and be safe thanks for the content

[@BlackCeII]

I just discovered your channel this week and have watched almost every one of your videos lol Big fan, thanks for this video, it answers so many questions that have come up.

[@stevebenson2351]

My wife and I were in Moab this year, before "discovering" you on KZbin. Would have liked telling you this in person. Your are doing a great job helping others and as an ambassador of the 4x4 community!

[@johnwesterveld]

Love the Q&A... I was so curious about Ed...and now I know. I just found the channel on the weekend and have been binge watching ever since. Keep up the great work!

[@lesr5737]

Man it was a stroke of Genius having Ed answering the questions. I absolutely loved it please do it again. I've got the first question how did you and Matt meet you tell your version and then have Ed tell his, please do this again, it put a grin on my face ever since I viewed it , so when I thought of it all during the day it would put a grin on my face. You two are lucky to have each other as friends

[@ratman5727]

I agree!!

[@williambranham6249]

I wish Matt had asked the dogs a question as well. One seem interested.

[@henrycarlson7514]

Thank You . Personally I like my Cherokee , It just works , I do miss the 4 door I had . Thank you for sharing what you do ,if all goes well we learn something. Happy trails , and minimal breakage

[@crashtke]

Love Matt's humility and honesty.

[@ingi503]

"...the soft amber glow of the 'check engine' light on my face." Love it.

[@RTristan01]

I'm so happy I stumbled across this channel. I love Ed, he brings a lot to the videos. And Matt, you seem like a genuine nice guy. This is good, clean and happy content.

[@feelinghealingfrequences7179]

yep must be mormons? or mormons rubbed off on them

[@kyleeckelbarger3532]

Keyl

[@joeking2961]

as a viewer watching and appreciating all the videos you post for us and everything you do for everyone i feel angry that people would have the nerve to bash your work. you love your jeep your comfortable with it and gets the job done thats all that matters and about prices and costs you charge,etc its nobodies damn business PERIOD

[@jeffcoulter7181]

Matt’s a nice common sense guy 👍🏽 and your recovery techniques are spot on.

[@jsmithepa]

Better answer: We've been told by our Dads check engine lights need addressing immediately, except now we have OBD ports that tells us exactly wha't wrong and can ignore the light as needed. Ed is the boss.

[@unodfredy]

Yes like those dumb catalytic, or 02 dumb emission crap sensors that they run on vehicles nowadays because dumb places like California regulate them. 🙄 just like what they’re doing to semi trucks nowadays. So irritating. Just adding more garbage that can go wrong to a vehicle.

[@inTruthbyGrace]

"they rent a car, they see something on the internet that they want to go find, they type it into their gps and they drive their car until they get stuck....._*that's*_ what they're doing out there, they're tourists"

[@dewaynemartin6437]

You must be the only commenter on KZbin who correctly uses THERE, THEIR, and THEY'RE!😉

[@petecostelloiii975]

@TheInfinitequest z

[@petecostelloiii975]

we don't USA today @TheInfinitequest

[@verynearlypure]

Job security. If I was closer I’d love to to do a ride along.

[@jsmoncrief]

@@dewaynemartin6437 I see he passed the grammar police inspection. Lol

[@esparsap]

Matt is an honest, skilled, professional guy leading a great team 👊🏼

[@JNJSD]

I am new to the channel and I can't imagine some of the places people have gotten into with highway cars and motorhomes. Even 4x4's wow! You are all phenomenal, I am addicted.

[@sgtgrantham]

Thanks for telling who Ed is. I love watching his response to questions and situations. Reminds me of a friend I had. Miss him every day.

[@Jeepdad561]

I believe ya boss man. Y’all do amazing work and string it together for us to enjoy. Y’all deserve a tv show without all the hassle it comes with. Just the money

[@epessoarocha]

Man, I love to play MudRunner and now I enjoy a lot watching your videos. Congrats man, you and your team are awesome!!!

[@mbennett417]

I like the videos and think you do a great job. I worked at a service station when I was in college in the early '70s that had several tow trucks, and I would never second guess your decisions. I did my share of jumping cars and changing flats in the field. There are stories we all have that would be boring. You're all doing fine and I think the vast majority of your subscribers agree with me.

[@Hp2G1]

I like your attitude Matt. Pragmatic and tolerant. You seem like a great guy to deal with, and this add value to your channel. Let the person that never did anything stupid and got stuck trow the first stone... Anyway, anybody that drive off-road, no matter the equipment, know that getting stuck is part of the game. Usually, the more capable is your vehicle, the deeper you get stuck! :-) I really wonder why so many people dislike this video??? Keep your good work, and tanks for sharing.

[@yellowstonefoster5543]

This has been one of my favorite videos so far since I have stumbled across your page. Thanks for what you do guys!

[@bernadettee.5464]

Yup. Growing up sometimes we would push the vehicle to get it started or try to get it unstuck. Sometimes trying to dig out the tire(s) from the hole too. Ha! I’m new to watching & I started watching more. So entertaining & even learn. I’ll keep ya’ll in my contacts. 🙂

[@104silvae]

Ed is a living legend. God bless all of you guys

[@doubleXXification]

I like Ed so much! The things he says is just great!!! Love all your videos, think your great at what you do and I'm learning a lot from you guys!

[@Justerofus]

Thanks Matt, for answering these questions and showing your perspective. I enjoy your rescue videos and, now, your philosophy.

[@codyjack8190]

its easy to tear down peoples work you guy are doing a really good job keep up the good work

[@mikemecklenborg5412]

Hey Matt. Great job answering questions in a positive way even when you might want to say something sarcastic. My experience on my you tube channel is when you start down the negativity road when responding to your comment section you bring the "TROLLS" out in force. They will make your comment section miserable where everyone starts turning on each other. Stay clean and respectful and answer only what you want. I have learned as a viewer to never make negative comments ever toward anyone. It just makes life easier. Keep making the videos we enjoy them!!!