ULTIMATE BOAT RESURRECTION!!! Rags to Riches!!!!

[@mendozajonathan23]

“And I don’t want to be that guy that just goes out and buys everything new this boat supported me an my family when we were dead broke and when we were fighting for living” perfect example of never forgetting where you come from I respect you so much after hearing that...very humble💯💯

[@tdub5731]

Goes out and buys a $400k new Cat ;)

[@vincecappello2202]

This dude needs his own channel for restoring boats and boat repairs..

[@yumyum408]

Yep

[@SeanONeill13]

You mean how he takes it to others?

[@acarr83]

@@SeanONeill13 i assume he meant the shop..

[@vincecappello2202]

Sean ONeill yea I ment it would be cool if JD had his own KZbin channel for restoring boats. It’s interesting to watch.

[@Indiancreekgunsmithing]

That's how I found dmfd the Rambo restoration

[@felipefonseca1212]

When you say you’ve been able to tell your story worldwide through youtube, you’re 100% correct. I’ve been watching your channel for quite a long time now all the way down from Chile 🇨🇱. Thanks for everything

[@maggifix300]

Same here, Greetings from Germany

[@sangeethsivan2172]

India 👍

[@26elpapasito]

From 🇨🇺 CUBA

[@lukeseeds4921]

From Australia

[@tkiss5]

from the Pacific

[@RenegadeADV]

Robert, I am a disabled vet, been living on a sailboat the last 5 years, so I know the kind of connection you have to a boat that has taken care of you and your family. She turned out absolutely beautiful! Looking forward to seeing the next adventures you have on her!

[@IDontTalkToCops]

I’m an Aussie but when Rob was giving the boys props at 9:00 I almost felt proud to be an American 😂 Great build, well done 👍🏻

[@vianterblanche8746]

Robbert this is an old post for many but I can't help myself watching them over a couple times . Not only are you telling your life story but also inspiring many people including myself many ways . I'm very pleased to see your recovery from both Strokes . Keep up the good work.

[@scottdoubleyou563]

She looked 100% better after that first pressure washing.

[@agentone8550]

Right, I would have left it at that and waved good bye to it while putting a couple grand in the bank!

[@jonthomas5595]

Super satisfying seeing that boat from gritty and dirty to super smooth and shining like a new penny

[@ryanhale3695]

Love the boat restoration videos, this and your center console have been some of my favorite videos

[@imari2305]

Rob you did buy something new; you gave your boat a new makeover!! You're so right about youtube because without it I never would've found your channel and be able to witness the growth of your family. That boat knows you love it and it is so happy it's been restored. The people at Karma Kustoms did a fabulous job.

[@melo._1k682]

Your like a kid on Christmas Day god bless your heart

[@KevinSimpson-j3s]

First i want to say Thank you JD and Jonny for your service in the Military. I've been watching DMFD and BlueGabe for a while. Yall are both awesome. Stumbled onto this video as I was looking for ideas for restoring my center console. Great restoration. Keep the great videos coming.

[@e.wells8260]

The other boat restore is actually how I found your channel to begin with. Hooked after that!

[@jedwards1975]

Same here. This shop needs a channel

[@pabloramos420]

Sameeeee

[@johnross3727]

We will have our own channel soon 😁

[@e.wells8260]

@@johnross3727 awesome! Look forward to it.

[@Ben-wj4rq]

John Ross I would definitely tune in! Make a channel forsure

[@PascalesPop]

You’re so genuine brother! I’m 5yrs in and still subscribed so I can pretend to have the skills, tools and opportunities for your brand of excitement.

[@stanleyshelby7460]

Wow, that was a restoration plus color coordinated with the larger offshore vessel. Mahalo and Aloha from the Big Isle "🤙"

[@elborrachogrande]

I appreciate the fact you chose to restore the boat has given you so much over the years. Long may she run the open seas.

[@ThatBoatGuy]

Nice build!

[@noele.tongson3433]

Great restoration! Our family is hooked to your videos, Rob! We have been watching it for years. Always excited to watch the next one. 🇵🇭🇵🇭🇵🇭

[@chapixx]

This is the percentage of Robs reaction to the rod holders 👇

[@tijn6665]

Wait what

[@Shhnee]

Tijn exactly

[@jackcool7671]

my,c,c,c,d.c.c,Tijn

[@alquinn3562]

Not sure there's a gator worthy of hitting the bottom of that boat. They did a really great job on it.

[@magedojo]

DOCK LINES THAT MATCH!!!! I love Rob so much.

[@derikdrinkle2084]

Thank you guys for your service. I am so sorry I do not remember your names but America would not be what it is without people like you. God bless you both.

[@Tokedad]

I’ve never seen a more appreciating person in my life. Shout out to you rob.. you’re the man! DMFD!!!!

[@gorillahd9247]

One heck of a nice transformation! I know this video is old but I just stumbled across it. Thanks for showing some love for the military!

[@paulhuval6579]

Looks like they did an outstanding job there. Makes me want to redo my older boat 👍

[@gamerone996]

That boat came out beautiful. They did a great job. Also very thankful for their service.

[@projektxent]

Florida represent!!! I love this channel!!! Great looking boat brother. Come on up to Saint Augustine anytime.

[@courtneyt.7724]

I remember when you got your saltwater fishing boat revamped. This sort of video makes me so happy because you get to keep something you cherish but it's also like getting something brand new!

[@knowhim3624]

what an amazing transformation, such precision-dedication in the restoration - loved your honoring the two owners -may we ADD a shout-out to, as you called them, the hired-help, would liked to have heard their names - the beauty created could not have happened without the combination of ALL helping-hands -Thanks to ALL for putting together such an awesome vid!!!

[@cotton-Dave]

@Oneway Thank you for bringing that up. When Robert was introducing the muck-a-mucks and then just switched channels and said "staff-helpers-crew-whatever, (my words) I really felt for them. Robert! It's NOT just about your big corporate buddies man. If the world that yt has presented to you is so lucrative that you can downsize the average worker/helper to meaninglessness then maybe a slice of humble pie would be in order here. Everyone out here watching and loving your "deermeatfordinner" channel should have cringed at that moment in this video. We understand that it was an exciting moment for you, but please watch the replay. I will promise you that my face fell more than theirs did. hugs

[@noaha8964]

I have a feeling the “help” are the ones that did all of the hard work.

[@charlessausman7460]

What a fantastic job I've been in the boat business for 43 years building boats restoring boats you the guy did a great job

[@TexasJungle]

Man that’s awesome! I have so many DIY projects that I need to get going on! Thanks for the motivation your channel helps my channel succeed! We can all succeed together

[@got1769]

Skiff looks Great Rob. Those Vets sure know their stuff, (Thank you to them for Serving)I'm sure y'all made a lot of good memories in that boat,now you can make some more! Glad you choose to bring her back instead of 86ing her. I'm pretty sure you could have bought another hull for the cost of that restoration but it made another awsome DMFD video and Also it created work and helped the environment. Win,Win,Win👍👍👍👍👍

[@TheHappyQuadriplegic]

I ALWAYS LIKE THE VIDEO BEFORE I WATCH IT BECAUSE I KNOW ITS GONNA BE GOOD!!!

[@jasonkeith674]

Man I’ve watched hours and hours of your videos over the years. I’m watching this again because I recently picked up an ‘74 Wellcraft 17’ center console that needs some cleaning and updating. Soft floor in some spots, not really any access hatches to inspect from or do repairs from. Thanks again for your videos!! 👍🙏

[@xtrmn8r16]

8:36 Rumor has it, he's still waiting for that handshake. Nvm! He got the shake at 9:25 lol

[@rudeduh3146]

When I heard Dairy Rd I knew exactly where you were. I miss my hometown. Love your videos and so glad we get a chance to watch your channel and family grow!

[@kyleerochon5014]

no one: rob: *what do you think I'm going to kill somebody??!!* HAHAH

[@Kazz83]

Kylee you so pretty

[@outdoortherapyOC]

Dude, Robert love watching the transformation of your channel and family over the past couple of years! I discovered your channel 7 years ago learning how to skin and clean a wild hog! Keep up the awesome stories and we are all loving your Adventures!

[@thecincylife1603]

Makes me want to go get a old boat and have them redo it

[@redsammy7789]

That's not cheap what they did, trust me.

[@johnross3727]

My number is in the description when you are ready! Have a blessed day 🙏

[@rapturebound197]

Ya no joke it sure does! Haha.

[@thecincylife1603]

Nothing about a boat is cheap ever

[@ericdavi1231]

I have an old boat that I have made decent and keep running for not too terribly much money... but I probably have hundreds of hours wrapped up in it and it doesn’t look anything close to the Rambo or that skiff.

[@howardjohns2821]

Straight up even pressure washing it changed the look lol. Love that you just brought back a boat that got you through it all

[@jamesonfitsimons5988]

6:45 Rob always doin the most 😂😂

[@HAJOVSKYFAM]

Just want to say thanks for the videos. Me and my 8 yr. old daughter watch them before she goes to bed when there's a new one out. She told me yesterday that she wanted me to cook some mahi mahi the way Robert dose on the videos so I did she loves it. Thanks again.

[@seigouginhaokip911]

He's really excited about his cooler

[@scott.m.thacker]

The skiff looks amazing! Anytime you get in the mood to take someone sea fishing or hunting that has never been, I will volunteer. You and your family are nothing short of class acts sir. I have never done ANYTHING that you have shown on your channel. Watching it is kind of like living out some of mine and my family’s dreams. Also, we drool over a lot of the meals you prepare. Thank you for sharing your life with us.

[@matthewc.5860]

Robert "Are you kidding me" Arrington

[@crazyclammer]

Carolina Skiff is a great boat. Put food on the table of my family growing up. My dad was a commercial fisherman and we used that boat for everything. He worked so hard to make a good life for our family of 6. I see a lot of him in what you do for your family. And now i see the boat all dirty and slimy and it all makes sense. You're a good man Robert. Keep doing what you're doing. Your videos are great.

[@gasolinedreams2691]

I’ve got a 06’ 240 outrage whaler that I’d love to get redone.

[@dcal3745]

I live very close to Rob. Met him once in the local supermarket years ago before he really blew up. He was the nicest dude. Shook my hand and we shot the shhh for a couple minutes. Met him again recently in the same supermarket and although he obviously didnt recognize me, he was the exact same super nice dude. Much respect Thats why this is by far my favorite channel on youtube.

[@slida65]

We don't recycle we resurrect and keep for ever.

[@louiserawle8999]

I am so happy for both you and Sarah Rob..Well deserved .You are ever humble and always thankful ,love you both and your gorgeous little girls.Wish you happiness always.God Bless.And thanks a million for the best videos I have ever watched.I love fishing and you have caused me to love hunting because you are what I call a kind hunter.I am a 74 year old lady,widow from beautiful Australia.I pray that one day you will do a video of Deermeatfordinner in Australia.We have awesome fishing and countless feral pigs,Buffalo,wild camels and dirty salties /crocs lol

[@x1ic1x]

0:47 that was a fast reptile on the bottom left. Couldn’t tell what it was as it scurried away.

[@jadkhatoun4438]

x1ic1x I think it was a lizard not sure though

[@x1ic1x]

Jad Khatoun me too but I couldn’t tell if I saw webbed feet when I paused it 😵 but it has to be a lizard just didn’t know lol

[@Garynash88]

@@x1ic1x it was a frog

[@brandonpardo9414]

It was a dark brown frog, if you slow the speed of the video you could see him hop behind the rod holders

[@x1ic1x]

Brandon Pardo thanks :)

[@ericdavi1231]

I love these... the Rambo restoration is how I found you. I haven’t missed an episode since, I even got my dad hooked. You’re part of the reason he wanted to get scuba certified and started diving with me.

[@patrickf4642]

“Safety gear DOCK LINES THAT MATCH”

[@Mr.Potato420]

It's the little things.

[@jedwards1975]

Makes me want to buy new lines now. haha

[@daveshobbysfishingfoodtrav7732]

@@Mr.Potato420 was thinking the same thing. Little details that stand out

[@HunterEdits]

Please take more boats to them to get restored. I think those are two of my favorite videos from you.

[@kenuber4766]

Robert!!! How could you let your boat get in that condition? Thats horrible.

[@richgonzalez4985]

Best worker you can find is a veteran. Always put pride in everything they do... nice work guys. “ARMY”

[@me__and__luna]

The best Channel Ever on KZbin Greetings from Germany Hamburg

[@chronicawareness9986]

this guy should be the ambassador to florida.. hes the best... one of the BEST channels on youtube. Ive learned more from Robert then i have from anyone else about outdoors stuff

[@me__and__luna]

Wow, that makes me very happy for you. Robert is a special Person 👍🤙🤙

[@wilh.7485]

I started following you like when you had 36k followers because you remind me of myself and the passion I had to have such a connection to my food. To have a zeal for the outdoors, a passion to chase and hunt to keep my catch an Process it myself. I admire what you have been able to accomplish with KZbin! Keep it going and show what people around the world your great family and this great country of ours!!!!

[@MikeM.1971.GenX.]

Doing business with veterans, awesome.

[@onelasttry2285]

I just love your passion for the outdoors and how humble you are to your fans and God.

[@shereebarber2844]

I killed my first deer with a bow Tuesday

[@bmk506]

Congratulations

[@shereebarber2844]

BMK thanks

[@d.eg.8504]

Sheree Barber Right on! 👍

[@shereebarber2844]

It was a doe

[@bobbell5928]

Grats Sheree. Most ppl will never know what that is like

[@lisalafayette]

Are you kidding me?!? Of all the guys in this video???? That guy JD is absolutely GORGEOUS.....he is one fine man with, or without, all that hair!! The beard, the haircut. WOW. He is BEAUTIFUL....... 😊 💕 😊 💘 😊 Oh yeah, the boat turned out really nice too!

[@riangreen8257]

Thank you for driving an American made car. 3 generations of men in my family have worked for GM.

[@Tyler-kw9ce]

Will you ask them why the "colorado" badge was put on my truck completely crooked? I just took it off myself and moved on. Just expect more from American techs.

[@andybowyer3602]

@@Tyler-kw9ce Haha haha I had to laugh

[@riangreen8257]

Tyler we are all human. Mistakes will be made. I would’ve said something before I bought it. Maybe got a price reduction.

[@riangreen8257]

Tyler don’t buy a Honda. You’ll have more problems with it and you’ll be supporting Chinese labor laws. Kids backs aren’t getting lashed to make your truck like they are in China.

[@Mixwell1983]

Hate to burst your bubble but there are no auto brands purely made in one country. Foreign cars are being made partly in the US, parts from diff countries. Domestic vehicles made in Mexico etc.. Japanese vehicles aren't purely made in Japan and same for American brands. Those days are gone. It's not like Detroit back in the day.

[@chrisanderson9856]

I have to say Sir you are one of the most humble people I have watched on You Tube!! God Bless you and your family!!!!!

[@Bmwlunatic]

@deermeatfordinner I’ve tried multiple times to reach you but to no avail it’s never gone through I guess. I am a detailer in South Florida and want to come and ceramic coat your “new” boat! Please let me know how I can actually get a hold of you

[@austinnipper6460]

Maybe a few comments will help him see this.

[@philliportega4902]

Respect to you for showing respect to the veterans man. You're a great man Mr. Arrington. God bless you, your wife and your children. Appreciate all you give to us on KZbin.

[@AyeJayeLovernVermont]

All those folks that thumbed down this video - jealous over that boat Prove me wrong😉

[@artaxdarkmane7339]

They're in sales not restoration.

[@allenferry1268]

I must be simple or something. Why does anybody give this kind of video a thumbs down. Nobody's forcing ya to watch. He'll I'm jealous of Robert but I still hope he gets so rich Bernie Sanders bad mouths him.

[@cartouchator]

Maybe they have fingers like fat sausages and fat finger'd it

[@AB-bg1or]

Easy when it’s someone else’s money.

[@johnwoods5206]

Mr. Arrington, My son and I are huge fans of your show. When I seen you bring the Carolina skiff to be redone it has been a dream of mine to re due our J14. I spend literally everyday on the water. I take everyone out fishing from kids to vets to just someone that has never been. I have such a passion for being on the water and doing what I do. I am a Fulltime father and work fulltime and I know my boats not that big but I have done so much to it that almost everything on it has been rebuilt or I put new on when I can. It has a new trailer and a custom deck put on it that I really enjoy but was done by someone that did not have a ton of experience and needs to be redone. I currently have a Yamaha 25hp 4 stroke that I have rebuilt and done just about everything to keep it running full speed all the time. Im in the works of getting my captain's license and hope to run charters full time one day, as of now I fish either before work or after. I have turned so many people on to the water life that I get more enjoyment from showing others how to fish. I am writing you because I would like to get in touch with trustworthy boat mechanics and someone to redue my deck and would like to find a 50hp motor thats reliable. Please if you would contact me so I can get a fair quote into getting it atleast running right fulltime and fixing the soft spot in the deck. Thank u so much for all your great videos. I look forward to speaking with you. Sincerely Zachary @ [e-mail]

[@johnharris7756]

They did an amazing job the boat looks freaking fantastic.

[@nascarmommam5915]

Nice make over 👏🏼👏🏼 great job. Thanks for sharing and if you see them again, tell them Thank you for their service for Our great Country! 🇺🇸 ~ Texas

[@nickmichas6]

"Look at the rims!!...Are you kidding me!"

[@shanedurrance]

DUDE! They killed it! I actually didn't know you could paint fiberglass like that. Great job to those guys at Karma.

[@leoSeu]

1:29 that's exactly what I told my wife's dad when he asked me why I want to marry his daughter 😜

[@SouthFLMudClub]

Dirt Dawg!!

[@jenielpaulalcera2773]

0:28 .what he said to you

[@killerdestroyer8786]

Oh my goodness

[@levi_cole]

Wow!!!!! THEY DID A GREAT JOB!!! AND AMEN TO THEM FOR THEIR SERVICE! Thanks JD, and Johnny Briggs. Awesome video rob. Take care God Bless! P.s been a while since I watch DMFD and I still remembered "Take care God bless!"

[@connoralberson7399]

Who else comes home from school saying their sick just to watch these videos

[@austinlehner7837]

iam at school

[@mizzprez1]

Man nothing better than a good boat restoration video!

[@stevencarcache3427]

Who likes trump? Rob did you vote for trump?

[@marcosmorales8424]

Im from Ecuador, join the military in the US... three combat tours and loved every moment. Long live the Infantry!!! just tackle the American dream, is up for grabs.

[@jamestomasin6339]

JD and Jonny - A Memorial day thank you for your service!!! TGBTG

[@KuyaHandyKap]

that boat looks so sweet! love the way you guys made it come back to life. binge watching your vids since last night. lots of love from the Philippines. 😊🇵🇭

[@fishfreak6291]

This is why I am a sub. So down to earth. Most people would just go buy a new boat but this man goes and remodels the same old trusty boat Great content. God bless you and your family

[@jaywoessner4251]

Rob!! Thank you for all your love you put in these videos! I'm local here in South Florida and it would be awesome to see you catch and cook a wahoo caught out here in our local waters! I'd even love it more if you brought me along! Haha. Thanks again!

[@joshuabrown8761]

Melbourne is my hometown awesome work from them boys love your videos deermeat

[@RoadhogRNA]

Great job on the skiff!!!! And thank you for the support of true hard working Americans!!!! Great channel and Great Vid!!!!

[@SaiedKarmally]

Beautiful. I have never been on a boat before but I'm thankful that I'm a part of the DeerMeatForDinner family so I can experience it on Video. Looks amazing. Thanks Rob.

[@nate3877]

so happy to support you with my views,likes, and comments! Awesome American family man. Keep being the example for young men to follow

[@ArchetypeGotoh]

These boat restoration videos are so cool, love the variety and the music !

[@kevinmpardo2520]

Good Luck On That Boat. Great To See Another Resurrection Boat Video. 🔥🇺🇸🤟🏽

[@bmkrause]

Beautiful transformation for a great family man and a great Christian's beloved boat! Well deserved success for one of my favorite channels on KZbin!

[@sdmc222]

And for those who cant afford a total refurb, maintain your boat and care for it like you would with a nice car, expensive truck, etc. I know this is like a "thanks capt obvious statement," lol but I see it every day. Pride of ownership really shows, and the lack of the same shows even more. Even if its a "work boat" at least hose it down when u get back to the dock lol. And this coming from someone who's been on the water a lifetime. Everything from a canoe to a 50' liveaboard. Retired from the US Army, I could never afford to ignore daily maintenance, cleaning, etc.

[@txnetcop]

WOW!!!! Thank you guys for your service! What an incredible rebuild...

[@tiffanyfreels-louthen2853]

Thank you for your service, great job on the resurrection of the boat!!!

[@lamborghinileglock8412]

Thats so awesome man! Makes me happy to see you guys so happy, especially knowing what that boat means to you and your family. Hands down the best channel on the tube with the best people backing it. Stay blessed brotha.

[@midget12brw]

Boat looks great! Bless the DMFD boat and the many trips to come.. stay safe yall

[@WSOII]

Always a great feeling to restore and repurpose a boat , than buy new.. Keep up the energetic boost you give all your viewers Robert!!!💥💥 God Bless

[@4nik8uobama]

sure hope all you folks down there fared the storm ok with its string of tornadoes. many prayers to all that were in harms way. look forward to your next vids.

[@wpeastman]

Thank you for your Service guys

[@skewbiedew6705]

I love that you rebuilt your boat instead of trashing it for a new one. It speaks a lot about how you look at the world =)

[@darryldelernojr.7198]

Boat looks great!! Love the gray interior, white shows all of the dirt.

[@rapturebound197]

Hard to believe for us landlocked folk a boat can be reconditioned to look like new again..actually I'm guessing it looks better than new. Great video.. thanx for sharing Rob.. God bless!

[@macattack9628]

I agree . The karma Kustoms guys are a beast. You should encourage them to start their own KZbin channel. What a wealth of knowledge. Thanks DMFD 👍🏼👍🏼. Another great video.

[@gc6888]

I’m very happy that you are in a great spot in your life now to do all of these things - I know how hard you’ve worked over the years building your channel and fan base. Thanks for sharing all of your great life adventures and entertaining all of us. God bless