This Is Not What I Expected...Freedom 500

[@RobbyLayton]

Thank you for having us along for the adventure!! I enjoyed every second…. Let’s do this again tomorrow!!

[@MattsOffRoadRecovery]

I’m not gonna sleep until I beat you, Rory, and Paul, at the Freedom 500.

[@KUT-N-GO]

That's would be great to watch.

[@julianlimon5173]

Imagine having a freedom factory 2.0 in Utah!

[@kden1271]

Get outta here

[@theuglytruth8162]

What a bunch of 1st place loosers. 🤡💩

[@trailmater]

This was absolutely amazing, thanks for the invite. Now I need to get my jet skis running. Haha.

[@oneshotpete6.591]

Get Ol blue ready Rory , as all bets are on you sir 🤙🏼

[@The_Samsquantch]

You gotta get Cleeter out to Moab with the Jet Boats, and go rip the Colorado during the snow melt runoff.

[@John_B_Fab]

Dangg Rory, I like you and Cleet both now I don't know who to put my money on 😂

[@LauraFarms]

I’m tagging along next time!!!!

[@John_B_Fab]

@@LauraFarms you at the Freedom Factory? We all need this! 😁🙏

[@LawManDave]

This is the colab i didn’t know i needed. You definitely have to get Cleet behind the wheel of the morvair

[@rkj4107]

I was thinking the same thing! This is cool!

[@ryanmace100]

Dude absolutely

[@outlawbillionairez9780]

(if Cleetus agrees to pay for blownup/crashed Morrvair.)

[@bmorg7244]

@@outlawbillionairez9780 I have no doubt at all that if Cleeter wrecked the Morrvair, that he wouldn't make it right and probably go the extra mile to make it even better than it was! (602 in the Morrvair anyone?)

[@outlawbillionairez9780]

@@bmorg7244 yup. 👍 He Got 💸 MONEY 💰!

[@markh178]

Matt is wearing a Laura Farms hat. Great support for her.

[@DaveMicheals-r4g]

Laura is HoTT

[@ProblemChild-xk7ix]

She is a cutie and it's a great channel to watch.

[@stevescott6503]

This group keeps getting larger and larger. Matt, Rory, Robby, Merlin, Chad, Paul, and the list goes on. and now Cleetus.. amazing group.

[@stephenshort839]

Laura is going to be a fun addition.

[@hotrodchevy4524]

Not Paul or Fabrats anymore. Someone Got Butthurt. I'm guessing it was Michelle or Matt.

[@langer24106]

@@hotrodchevy4524Michelle though >>

[@Antillen44]

@@hotrodchevy4524 How come?

[@djloberg]

@@hotrodchevy4524I’m hoping they can mend that fence. Paul and Matt were a good on screen pair and apparently friends long before KZbin. It does make you wonder though. First Ben leaves, then no more visits between FabRats and MORR ….

[@btall3833]

7 years watching Garrett, 4 something years watching Matt, and the thing I notice and admire about both of these men is how well they treat everyone around them, from the great teams they build, their customers, fans, business partners, families, fellow KZbinrs, etc., everyone is treated with respect and kindness. Such a breath of fresh air and a pleasure to witness. Great job guys and God bless you both!

[@darrinsteven7002]

Robbie Layton and Rory are goid guys. Great KZbin channels

[@briangalloway3684]

Matt has no idea how good of an instinctual driver he is. He did great.

[@kd5nrh]

Until his old habits kick in and he rams everybody else off the track...

[@briangalloway3684]

@@kd5nrh 😂

[@tcdog9998]

​@kd5nrh rubbing is racing boys !!

[@briangalloway3684]

@@tcdog9998 Amen to that brother!

[@philb5593]

Good driver, he understands how vehicles drive, but gonna be hard to drive against guys like Kevin, JH, and Deberti.

[@cliffsta87337]

Man. I’ve been a follower of Matt, Cleetus, and cooper for years and years. So cool to see them together.

[@douglevy7964]

You should absolutely get your helicopter license and do reconnaissance for your recoveries

[@giovanniciraulo5510]

That is such an awesome idea

[@buttcrack7784]

Terrible idea! Given Matt’s reluctance to think things through, terrible idea.

[@billbillinger2491]

Recovery charges would go up significantly. Costs to operate a helicopter can easily run $2K to +$3K per flight hour.

[@cuencaview8303]

D​Rones

[@grrfy]

Or use a drone for 0.1% of the cost.And Zero risk to your life.

[@_JamesBrown]

Hell yeah, Cleetus hooking up the lunch. What a guy.

[@Admiraldna]

Cletus was asking about running the vics and Robby was nodding head so fast i think it hurt 🤣

[@gcslade]

It's good to see Cleetus offering the ultimate respect to Matt and the "other" awesome Utah tubers. Mad respect to Cleetus inviting the humble and down to Earth awesome You Tube stars from Utah.

[@darrinsteven7002]

Great Guys hanging with Great Guys!

[@nickneeley8798]

It's pretty awesome they all hook up and do cool stuff like this it's like a KZbin family

[@Djeverything17]

I love how like concerned he was about the wall tap, and what he’s driving, ect 😂 it’s actually refreshing to see someone who has some mechanical sympathy in these races 😂🩶

[@DeanF]

Much of the reason I LOVE Matt... He loves animals... and they clearly love him. A man after my own heart. Same here... just love, that's all. Animals KNOW IT.

[@bobbuilder4268]

Yes Matt you looked cool. Then you hit the wiper switch.

[@nerfherder4284]

😂👍🏻

[@russellcollier1599]

That episode was definitely appreciated. It's crazy how many of you know each other through the same people in different genres. It seems that Cletus and Dave Sparks can definitely bring the best people together. The things that you guys do on a daily basis, are anything but ordinary to the rest of us.. thanks for having the courage to put it out there for everyone to see.

[@themac8514]

I believe Cleetus is becoming the number one promoter on KZbin . He will have more people watching the Freedom 500 than people watching Nascar. Congrats on the invite Matt it's going to be one for the scrap book.

[@lorilombard8578]

Racing compound Nitto tires are awesome once they are hot but scary how poorly the stick when cold. Just like off roading, so much of it is in the tires. I appreciate Matt joining with other KZbin channels so I find new channels to watch that I would not have found otherwise.

[@wagnerbmx96]

"Engage attack mode" can't wait for this race! Lookin good with that 19.sec lap matt

[@georgevindo]

The only trouble is, don't they put the fastest cars at the back of the pack? Or maybe not in all races.

[@douglasthompson3787]

Going to be great racing can't wait to watch it

[@woody4u247]

I wish Matt, Rory & Robby could All participate.... It's always so entertaining when all the KZbinrs get together & play with the toys! plus I think it helps all the channels grow & get even more clicks & conversations... which help their channels. I hope the cross channel mixers keep happening.. it's fun to see everyone sharing each others stomping grounds.....Hey Matt... Make sure you gas up before the race.... lol

[@realcomputerdude100]

That just made the tickets even more worth it - two of my favorites on the track! See you there!!

[@Upsidedownguitar63]

One advantage Matt has, and I don't think he realizes it, is from all those recoveries on some pretty dangerous trails has given him the ability to judge distance really well. I've watched him pull vehicles out of some bad spots...and always does it...overcoming problems on the fly. I think he will be a great race driver, especially after 20 laps or so in. Good luck Matt...can't wait ti see the helicopter on your roof....lol

[@RustyPilot73H]

The helicopter is a Schwiezer 300 of which I have memories, some f them even good memories, learning to fly in one of those, shall we just say …a long time ago. There is a good chance you can drive back to Utah faster than you can fly it home. I’m pretty confident it will do ok from FL to about Albuquerque, after that it’s the Wild West with the winds and turbulence on the high desert plains. It would be solid entertainment to see Matt take flight lessons in that.

[@LuckyBaldwin777]

Turbulence, didn't think about that. I'm in S. AZ and it's been windy here for a week now.

[@Shilohii65]

“There’s going to be hot dogs in the Mac-n-cheese tonight,” Matt. That right there is funny.

[@DoctorHayduke]

I guffawed! 😂

[@frisbynathan]

I laughed at that one too.

[@sydman248]

I'm there!

[@danrussell3439]

Matt, Rory and Robby hanging out together had to have been great time.

[@SmokeyDaBandit69]

Can't wait for the Freedom 500 video, im excited to see Rory and Cleeter battle it off with the tow trucks

[@I_Ken_Do_That]

This was ABSOLUTELY FANTASTIC!!! Thank you for sharing this experience with us! Love you all!!

[@adrianjimenez3167]

Good job Matt. Rory is a great friend. He seems very honest and clear, Robby also gives the feeling that he is a good guy, it looks good vibes in those 3.

[@TioDave]

One of the few drivers in the Freedom 500s that I can't wait to see run. Just keep your eye out for Kevin from KSR, he might be a good person to get to know before the race.

[@GhostRyderID]

I used to race mini stocks on a quarter mile oval. We were topping out at probably 52 mph, but with all paneling, insulation, carpet etc stripped out of the car to make it as light as possible and running 6 inches away from the cars beside you, in front of you and behind you, it felt like you were going ludicrous speed, go! Fun as all get out, you're going to have a good time!

[@agmesiabieshaar9699]

Nice to see Cleetes NEW GRAS on the freedom trak

[@nerfherder4284]

This channel never fails to show: The goodness of people Hard work and determination Teamwork Admitting when mistakes are made Generosity to others Support of the local community A willingness to teach and learn A healthy sense of humor Humility Absolutely no politics. -This is how America should be. Thanks Matt and the gang 👍🏻✌🏻🇺🇸

[@pat0653]

That's how, as a french canadian, I love America and this channel! ✌❤

[@darekmistrz4364]

No politics then why do I feel the smell of orange man?

[@lonestarr673]

This is so cool, the 3 of yall at the freedom factory! Yes! This is what we needed. Its about time!

[@lindaedwards5890]

Forget the Helicopter you all make me a nervous wreck with your daring on the ground. Cannot imagine putting you all in the air. My husband loves your antics. He was a lot like you in his younger days. His family was the first to own 4 wheel drives in our area which is the Rural Ozarks.

[@skyizz069]

Love seeing the overlapping channels! I watch all these guys.

[@williamd1891]

Its been awhile since we've seen Paul and Matt together. I hope all is well between them.

[@pinhigh1]

​Seems obvious that it isn't. Wish they would address it.

[@joefudd]

That looked like a really great time! Glad that all of you got to try your hand behind the wheel on a race track!

[@dakotahedwards1670]

I'll be there. The crossover i've been waiting for. I hope that cleetus comes out to the offroad games next year.

[@ArnCital]

Matt said Cleetus had other engagements this year but that he would try to be there next year. Yeah, I watched all the videos of the Off Road Games.

[@donavvansmith9236]

I absolutely love that cleatus Is at the point we're othere KZbinrs are excited to just be at the freedom factory. It makes me happy for all the hard work he's put in

[@rei39]

Matt at the freedom factory makes me so happy. 2 of my favorite channels coming together. I can’t wait for the race! Goodluck Matt!

[@jeepowner2675]

Of all the youtubers in the race, you are the one im most happy about. Ive been praying for some collab between you, robby or paul and cleet and the gang. What a fantastic sunday!

[@Cantsaydog]

I cannot stress enough about how great these guys are thank you so much for what you do I’m an old veteran and just see these guys do what they do Wouldn’t miss any of you guys videos Congratulations to all you guys and I thank KZbin for being in existence so I can watch all this before I go yonder👏✊🇺🇸 And I wanna give a special thanks to Matt You’re an awesome man awesome family awesome business thanks for all the effort you put in we love you💯👏👍✊🇺🇸😇

[@rickyborden3287]

In my best George Costanza voice. "Worlds are colliding!" So weird seeing you guys walking around the freedom factory. Seriously though, how cool of a guy is Cleetus? "Did they let all you guys drive? Hold on let me make a call". He didn't have to do that at all, and even though it's no big deal to him, it still says something about how cool the guy is. And on top of that feeding everybody too! Great job on your laps Matt! I was one of the folks commenting that you should get invited. I'd love to see all you Utah guys out there.

[@charlesyates6687]

Matt i used to race that track . The trick to a fast lap is stay on the wall till you come into corner 1 the track entrance then come in low let off gas for a split secont and coming out of two cash the gas all the way around . Watch coming out of 2 IT'll want to suck you into the wall but 3 and 4 run wife open .

[@sumo_steve45]

This could be the best video you've ever put out Matt. I just love to see you guys coming over here and having a good time. See you this weekend!!

[@Everything.On.Wheels519]

I love that you guys are getting involved with the freedom 500. It's going to be huge for the channel 🔥🔥🔥

[@OldFartsStreaming]

I love how polite and respectful you are! I hope you have a blast and finish the race

[@Bobby_Andrews]

Two of my favorite KZbinrs meeting, pretty cool.

[@anthonycrumb9810]

you look like Bow Duke jumping in the general lee :-) Go em Matt!! Cleetus is so cool, he knew all yall would want to drive and he made it happen. What a good dude. I darn near spit out my beer when Matt said "there are gunna be hotdogs in the mac and cheese tonight"

[@Nairod2]

That Vic would be 11mm faster if it was yellow rather than gold.

[@zackaryfritschie7652]

They'll probably paint his vic before the race

[@ianb5949]

Don't forget the stripe.... an extra 5 mph.

[@dougsmith747]

Nothin better than a 50 horse power yellow paint job for the WIN! 😅

[@46wireboy]

I think you meant 11% faster. Add a flashing Kit light in the front for another 11%. 'Ole Yeller fer the win!

[@Nairod2]

@@46wireboy no, I clearly said 11mm, not 11% n_n

[@matephate]

This is like chicken and waffles of KZbin creators. Love both and also, somehow, work great together. Thanks for participating in this Matt!

[@pedrogunner9750]

Winning the helicopter could be huge for Matt’s off road. He or one of his guys could get their license, it’s not a turbine helicopter so attaining that license isn’t insanely expensive. They could use it to go recon jobs so they know exactly what vehicle, equipment, and people they need to execute the recovery.

[@darekmistrz4364]

They would use it only to deliver jerry can of gas for when they run out and only for that

[@mediocreman2]

Doubt insurance would pay those recovered fees. 😅

[@steveclark4291]

Thank you Matt and gang for the adventure , seeing some beautiful scenery and amazing driving ! Matt if I won a Helicopter I would learn how to fly it ! Just think about it very little traffic up there !

[@bonniewills2814]

Robbie is such a good friend!

[@joeshmoe1436]

Congratulations on the freedom factory invite , gonna be awesome to see u run n in the race , u should be right at home with ur derby experience 😁 congrats this is gonna be awesome !

[@knoxy88]

Matt was star struck when he seen/met Cleet. this was awesome.

[@mrbikeman]

I've been a Cleeter Crew member since the start. I've been watching your videos for years. I can't wait to watch the Freedom 500.

[@OneTonTahoe]

This is super awesome! Glad the KZbin world is able to collaborate so much more!

[@christianniem844]

Great job! having been to my fair share of short track races a high 19 sec lap on 3/8 oval aint to shabby for your first time behind the wheel in a stock car.

[@MikaylaSchultz]

you need to get the derby boys together for some good old bump to pass enduro until the last car running can do a complete lap under its own power to win. that was our version of derby growing up.

[@j4yp3r]

Its awesome to see Rory and Robby with Matt. Fun times!

[@rc_dude26]

My 2 favorite KZbin channels are finally working together, and I'll be at the freedom 500 next weekend watching Matt win that helicopter in person!!!

[@bulletproofpepper2]

Whirlybird certification is a must! Or the biggest drone. Thanks for sharing.

[@robertwells6394]

Happy Easter and DRIVE IT LIKE YOU STOLE IT!! You guys are having entirely too much fun!!!

[@johnstancato8785]

This is awesome that you're going to the freedom factory next year Cletus needs to invite Rory and Robbie to

[@shooterchief]

This was a GREAT video, so cool to see you having fun w the guys!! Thx for showing as much as you did! I’m rooting for ya!!!!!! 🙌😁🏁

[@timm1065]

the collab no one knew they needed!!! Cant wait for your video after the race!

[@justinshepherd4043]

Side note, i would like to know more about the camaro with the Toyota engine! Back to the original subject, Awesome video!

[@Mrdoctile]

Go check out his videos.... he was part of Cleetis OG team.

[@PNWwonder]

It’s about time they invited you. How fun! Florida looks good on you, lots of smiles!

[@cochip__5897]

I wouldn't worry about winning. Chances are Diesel Dave will run you into the wall or infield while KSR, one of the pro race drivers and one of Cleetus's cohorts, fight for first. I would just go and enjoy the ride.

[@Drones_and_more]

JH Diesel has a habit of punting cars off, He did Brent of PFI . . . twice lol

[@barrylmixonjr2785]

To see the best 2 coolest guys on KZbin at same place! Cleatus and Matt! Gonna be best show ever!!

[@joegilly1523]

Good luck Matt,your a little out of your place but you can do it.

[@johnstancato8785]

You're going to do great Matt just race your race don't worry about anybody else and I got to tell you it's freaking awesome to see you racing at the freedom factory yeah brother

[@JerkinJoshXD]

Absolutely awesome video. Can’t wait to see you race!

[@kylehit3951]

Rooting for you Matt. Please do it again next year i already asked my wife to come with and watch in person next year.

[@sjv6598]

Hell yeah brother! You’re on the Matts off road recovery KZbin channel 😂

[@MrKnightstale]

Hell Yeah Brother! awesome to see you guys out at the Freedom Factory! even stopping in to see Cooper! he would have enjoyed that im sure! can't wait to watch the FF500!!

[@diggerloader]

Greetings from South Africa. Great show. Keep it up. (id learn to fly it)

[@albinoblacksheep7826]

Awe boetie 😂

[@anthonymayes1340]

So glad Cletus finally invited you out to that race I've been waiting for you two to get together now he just needs to get Rory Robbie and Paul Cox out there that would be a great race seeing y'all out there with all the other drivers

[@jfk64kennedy95]

'ricky bobby'...😆😆😆 Matty Batty...🙃🙃 Matt's best time in Practice, only about 3/10th of a sec. off the fastest posted laps, not bad for a first time

[@mobilcams]

OMG YES!! I used to comment and give Cleeter a hard time because he used the music you used to use when filming a timelapse of you going to a recovery!! LOL! I LOVE THIS!!!

[@marvincarter870]

Yes Matt, Rory and Robby are visiting us in Florida! Happy Easter!

[@joepitts3638]

Hey Matt, Glad y'all had fun in my home state, you didn't find out good sugar sand, it's farther north on the beaches from Panama City to Pensacola, it's very white, and non aired down 4x4s get stuck in it on flat ground. I have played in Utah sand and can say it don't matter which sand you are in, just flatten the tires and if it still will not go, flatten them more. I think you learned that with the world's largest wreck on that hill that it would not climb until you dropped them lower.

[@richardthomas1743]

HEY! Good morning everyone and Happy Easter!

[@JanelleVocate-Ames]

🐿!

[@richardthomas1743]

@@JanelleVocate-Ames HEY! Hello Janelle! Happy Easter to you and your family! I hope that all is good for you!

[@gregsullivan8956]

​@@JanelleVocate-AmesHappy Easter.

[@bigchevy350boy]

Happy Easter 🐰

[@thelonewrangler1008]

I've been reading your good morning posts on all of these channels for what seems like years. Good morning Rich, and Happy Easter, cough, I mean, trans awareness day

[@jiml4782]

you had such a big smile on you're face , I think you will do great at the race if you're car holds up

[@davidpenwell7418]

Happy Easter Matt's off-road family friends

[@61rampy65]

Very cool! It looked to me like the left rear tire on Matt's first car had directional tires, with the arrow pointing the wrong way. Hmm.

[@ArnCital]

1:34 Cleetus is banned from renting U-Haul equipment. It seems that they did not like one of their small trailers towed behind a Corvette race car at over 100 mph.

[@1tylerproud]

He did a spectacular burnout in a rented minivan. It got a lot of views and banned for life

[@User_Joe]

Sounds like their promo guy aint verry smart​@@1tylerproud

[@ArmadilloGodzilla]

😂😂😂

[@webfreakz]

Unexpected 😅

[@randyadams7269]

Did anyone say what species of tortoise they were. Big fellas! Thanks

[@aaronthehandyman7714]

I definitely commented on Cleetus’s channel for him to invite you!

[@RyanPetrynka]

Nice Kirkey Racing Fabrication seat! They're all hand built in a tiny factory in St. Andrews, Ontario, Canada just outside of Cornwall, Ontario.

[@berlynreed4253]

Tried a Jeff Gordon moment! Close to bite the wall!!! LOL

[@JamesKing-cp2ib]

I Love it when my favorite KZbin'rs come together!

[@JGEAGLE]

Good morning MORR

[@sandyca1106]

Great run Matt, at least you didn't take out the grass like HeavyD did, and crashing cars, the crowd booed him LOL LOL

[@Fiftybuckchuck]

KZbin is bringing worlds together

[@cannatroll1529]

Rory remember you wanna be invited back.😂😂😂😂😂 I am curious why nobody was drifting that has to get better times. I kinda figured Robbie would have been a natural racer, Matt has always had a smooth hand at the wheel from what i have watched. He is getting his young men to be as good as him lately and i really like seeing him in the instructor seat.❤

[@brandonswitzer8484]

The whole Utah KZbin Mafia finally made it to old cleeters neck of the woods

[@jeffheins6624]

Thanks for taking us along for the ride

[@masterofcents.8175]

I really hope Texas speed hooks up with the dragracing tow trucks and get him a motor since Cletus has got a really good one… lol

[@sluj49]

9:06 the mischievous grin as soon as Matt imagines himself knocking something off the car.

[@omeganickum]

Now we need a Matt's off-road recovery burnout vehicle

[@CharlMarais247]

Hell yeah brother!