WHAT HAPPENED?! Can Ed's Golden Nugget Be Fixed In Time For The Reveal?

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As we went on a final test drive catastrophe struck! Check out what we find out is wrong with the Golden Nugget and see if we fix it in time for Matt to pick it up!
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[@adamthomas4638]

I have to say Ben has adjusted really well to KZbin life he's like a natural on camera you boys been doing great work i love what you guys do the family all in the business is a great thing

[@trubass75]

I agree. Perfect addition. But now time to find a camera guy.

[@i-_-am-_-g1467]

Totally agree, dude is a literal natural!

[@bougiebum9138]

He was moving a little stiff 😬 almost like he has sciatica issues or something. Hope he's alright. All the Rats should get adjustments and a massage day after this nugget is done

[@norcoredneck]

I can see why Ben is moms favorite! 😂🤣😂

[@MyLifeThai371]

@@trubass75 Michelle does a good job running the camera.

[@vex0009]

give ed a cell phone with speed dial; 1 for matts, 2 for paul and 3 for robby depending on what he needs with the nugget ^_^

[@misiluki100]

Yeeees!

[@missingremote4388]

Like On*star services button. Inside the golden nugget ( both that and what he drives daily)

[@steveboling2515]

The smiles on everyone's faces kind of got me emotional. Can't wait for the reveal, but looking forward to more projects. Thanks guys for letting us watch this project.

[@marioescalante157]

I agree with a ton of others, like having Ben in the shop he is a great addition to the team. He's a natural infront of the camera.

[@ParklandFilms]

I have to admit, when Paul and Matt hopped into the Nugget for that test drive together, I had a tear in my eye. My hats off to you guys, and everyone that had a hand in putting this machine together. Cannot wait to see Eds face when he sees it.

[@m9ovich785]

You're not the only one...

[@jamesseley4885]

My hats to them to.for all that help.ed will love it.

[@flam8882]

Hey Parkland love your channel!!!

[@justinjefferies2069]

Spoiler alert 😂

[@ligepalmer1612]

Wow! I was sick when the rear end seized up. I have no idea how you kept a straight face as well as you did. There is no way that Ed can totally understand how much went into this rebuild/restoration. Its too bad you can't put a seg-way movie clip before you release it to Ed. Congratulations guys! A total 10 out of 10 points-job!

[@oldgeezer7484]

The Nugget has truly been a labor of love. My hats off to the whole team that made it possible. I'd like to see a good photo of the underside of the hood when all involved have left their mark.

[@Rythecarguy]

Robby should clear coat it once everyone has signed it.

[@daveneil3963]

@@Rythecarguy Yes, I had that done after my Land Cruiser was painted and pin stripped so the pin striping had a clear coat over it for protection.

[@stephenfox8488]

Hi there is

[@4R_Lex]

Ben is great a professional mechanic. Not messy & knows what he’s doing. Great addition. Seems like a natural KZbinr.

[@davebanks7435]

Love the way you shared the sand blasting problem with us and it was fixed so calmly: great project guys: Ed is going to be blown away!

[@nvgun40]

The Golden Nugget project has done so much more than people realize. I have been watching Matt's channel since the second month after creation. In all that time, I had caught one or two videos from The Fab Rats, but not much else. I didn't even subscribe back then. Then came the Golden Nugget retrieval. I found myself subscribing to Fab Rats and spending hours watching past videos and learning a lot of things along the way. Next, I found myself subscribing and soaking up everything on Robbie's channel and the same for Tow Mater. I added all to my favorites. All of you are absolutely great people. Watching your work, learning a bit along the way and enjoying the scenery from the area. If you ever find yourselves on a trip to Alaska, send a message. My door is open.

[@JamesAllmond]

Don't forget Bikes and Beards!

[@barbcrossing]

@@JamesAllmond a little too much religion for my tastes, watched the first video and never went back. Fab rats and Robbie however I have been subscribed to since as well.

[@volvobrynk]

@@barbcrossing but the content is stellar, i love the WL/WLA/WLDR build

[@jonboi2527]

Well said I believe the feeling is mutual for millions of us

[@nocrackhere]

And don't forget RAD, Rudy's channel.

[@My8j]

Seeing Matt's facial expression while driving the Nugget , priceless. Great job to all involved in this project 👏 . Ed you rock , love you man!

[@grymatgreen6708]

You guys restore my faith in humanity.. y'all are great folks with shining souls

[@darrelladcock]

I’ve been so excited for this reveal for Ed. What an awesome gift; not just the vehicles but expressing honor and respect for a great gentleman and friend. The world needs to see your example and generosity. Special thanks to all of you who put in so much. It means a lot!

[@dave_n8pu]

The grin on Matt's face as he took it for that short spin said volumes worth of words. One step closer to Ed getting it. All that was / is involved with this are AWESOME!!!

[@Myhandle306]

I can see the checkered flag approaching for Nugget reveal day! Great job to all involved. You all have dedicated so much time to make this beyond anything Ed could ever imagine.

[@mclarenscca]

They way the content has been produced, makes me feel like I was a part of this build. From when you pulled it out of the woods, to its completion! I've thoroughly enjoyed it all!

[@darylvogel8991]

Kind of think a lot of us out here are very emotional about the Golden Nugget... Watched from the very beginning... The trek into the forest, the dragging it out (thanks Matt and crew). The busting down, all the fabricating all the sand blasting, all the body work, then the priming, priming and more priming, all the layers of panting (thanks Robby and crew). Then more fabricating more parts fitting welding (thanks Paul and crew), more dent removing, more painting, hundreds and hundreds and more hundreds of man hours. THEN the big blitz at the end during the test firing, I panicked when it locked up, but Paul you saved me a heartache. Just one more thing, wouldn't have missed any of it... we are all hooked on the three channels. , and now I just need to know if some of us are invited to the unveiling...? No we haven't forgot the trailer and Ed's bike for even more hours...

[@jeremypilot1015]

That would make the perfect RV life vehicle, it would fit in most fifth-wheel toy haulers. You could drive it right in and not have to tow anything.

[@hismancaveproductions6496]

i cant believe i am so emotional watching the burnout. this has been a long time coming. you guys are masters of your craft.

[@BFVgnr]

Man, ya'll just take all the broke down and busted and make it work like champs. This is why I like this channel. Even when you're having to fix other peoples' mistakes, you just keep right on fixing.

[@KDad514]

Been watching this saga since the Nugget's initial recovery from the forest and I'm blown away by the amount of effort , energy and passion by so many people that went into this build. I can hardly contain my excitement for it to come full circle with the reveal to Ed. Hats off to you all!!!!!!!

[@suzan5-5]

The suspence is killing us! Can't wait to Ed's reaction. You guys did a fantastic job!

[@iamie153]

That smile on Matt's face when he first got to drive the nugget was priceless. Looking forward to seeing Ed's reaction when he gets to drive it.

[@edhellbilly]

Wonder if Ed will shed a tear?

[@pamelatrubee5715]

When will Ed get to see it

[@timlivingston6817]

Ya'll need to give Ed a video compilation with all the hard work that has been poured into this project since he doesn't watch KZbin so he can totally and fully appreciate what you have done here. Kudos, can't wait for the reveal.

[@chrisa6233]

Ed needs a DVD of all the Golden Nugget build video with extras including bloopers.

[@koslund11]

Golden Nugget has been such a big part of our last eight months, it's kind of sad to see it go. Ed is going to love it. Thanks for sharing such a great project with us all. Thanks to Matt for introducing us to your channel and the great people that came with it. Looking forward to seeing Ed receive this new Nugget and bike.

[@iaintnofortunatesonkc807]

Man, what a ride this has been. From floating Ed's library out into the river and sinking the nugget to this... It's going to be an emotional day when Ed gets the nugget for him and a lot of folks. This is a good thing. Thank you Fabrats and all involved.

[@cliffcross6487]

The smile on Matts face, I don't think that i have ever seen him smile that much. Great Job

[@haroldphipps3457]

Randall and his "Mary Poppins" song, and his improvised lyrics were a riot!

[@CountryAndClassics]

I too got a tear in eye & lump in throat seeing Matt & Paul together in the test drive. Ed I'm sure is going to be overwhelmed. The whole team behind this project did an awesome job.

[@donavonjewett9966]

The smiles on Paul and Matts face as they went on a test drive together says it all. To everyone that put in endless hours of hard work and dedication into this noble project. !! Congratulations !! The research, detail, knowledge, and love that went into this was phenomenal and inspiring. I can understand that bittersweet sadness Michelle and Paul felt as it left the driveway. What a wonderful journey this has been. I can't wait to see Ed's reaction.

[@bethschroeder2482]

Yes exactly what I was thinking. Matt's smile was the cherry on top of an excellent chapter in this story.

[@cardboardcrawlersrc8805]

I’m not crying, you are. We love the golden nugget build, how could you not. Ed Is THE BEST. I know I am not alone in this sentiment. Ed is going to be so full of joy, we are all so blessed to be able to ride along on this journey of love and kindness just for the sake of it… what a great ride.

[@rodneyferree9766]

Mankind at it's finest. Hard work for another human being only for love. Hats off.

[@danielsmith9500]

I know y’all have a lot of time in the nugget but for what it’s worth y’all all have built a beautiful , stunning and amazing nugget! Damn it would be so awesome to work with a group of ppl like y’all !

[@TunTavernWarrior2]

I think they should put a train horn in it. That’ll make the horn work and Ed will never need coffee again.

[@markverloop8787]

The train horn would stop the nugget in it’s tracks. Where would you put the air tank for the horn?

[@martinets2]

Ditto on working with Fab Rats! I'm thinking about quitting my job and applying for an internship there! ;-)

[@DavidJohnson-pz8hj]

The look on Paul's face when he and Matt were in it was priceless. There was a little apprehension and a lot of pride in what he had part in. As it should have been. I'll be looking forward to the next build.

[@mollygee9950]

The smile on Matt's face is indicative of how amazing this all is!

[@robinculkin2286]

You guys’ll never lose us in Australia, we just love you 2 and your family that means Ben too. There’s just so much you give and there’s so much to admire , the thing I admire most is how genuine you all behave , congratulations. Aussie Rob

[@terryjackson4538]

Well said Rob. Reckon we could easily adopt them! Honourary Aussies for being Dinkum People!

[@DudeStone]

Watched this project since it was pulled from the forest can't wait for the reveal great job Paul and Ben and FabRats team!!!

[@DudeStone]

Ben has been such a pleasure on this channel plenty of extra laughs and help for these videos

[@scottgendron613]

Amazing job, fantastic series, thanks for taking us along with the project! Looking forward to the next one!

[@roylindsey7030]

Congratulations to everyone that worked tirelessly on the Golden Nugget. You did and awesome job. Looking forward to the big reveal.

[@A-NR]

Paul with the up to date meme , he's like a little kid of the gen z kind. I felt every moment of what you guys didn't show cleaning up that sand blasting material. You guys are super troopers

[@randomazzbrandon5676]

We need to start having Michelle start doing a "its mint" stamp of approval on all projects when they are complete lol that was epic , love the whole crew . Paul is a beast at everything, Ben is a master at mechanics , and Randall is an all around great personality , also you guys have a great family and you can tell those kids are being brought up the right way! Thank you for allowing us all into your daily life and providing top notch entertainment ! One of my absolute favorite channels ! Big shout out for what y'all have done with the nugget and can't wait to see Ed's reaction

[@shawnbuckendahl1968]

It is so cool seeing "competing" channels colab on projects. Between all of you huys and gals, there is so much very apparent love and respect between you all.

[@garywatts8543]

Great work Paul and team! So glad you found out about the axles before giving it over to Matt.

[@jackienorton8274]

I've never seen smiles so wide. Job well done by everyone involved. Can't wait to see the give back and Ed's reaction. God Bless you all.

[@doug9418]

Amen to that. 🇺🇸

[@TheNogibear]

That last test drive should have Robby in it too, would have been a perfect picture moment for the leaders of the project. Do a photo shoot too with everyone who took part of the project. History has been made :) I enjoyed every journey you guys did! The ride with Matt and Paul looked like a movie scene :)

[@lawrenceneuser6342]

have a test drive with Bobby in the truck and Ed driving

[@froggycellis007]

You folks knocked it out of the park! Can't wait to see Ed's reaction! God bless you all for your love and effort in this project.

[@lawrenceengel3330]

The Golden Nugget has turned into a mythical beast of splendor 👌

[@starman10548]

EVERYONE DID SUCH AN AWESOME JOB. YOU ALL ROCK!!!🥰

[@burningbarnavit]

I love how Paul looks at you Michelle when you're around..you can tell that there's a lot of love in the relationship: Paul be checkin' you out every time he sees you! Super cute lol! 🥰

[@patrickyork2975]

This has been a really fun project to watch you guys build. I love it!

[@adamw4469]

Paul is one the the most optimistic people ever on camera. I’ve done and redone work multiple times and it sucks every single time. We feel for you Paul. Keep going knowing that no amount of “oops” can detract from what a good friend you are.

[@daynapper7337]

The amount of work everyone has put into this build for ED warms my heart, you guys are some great people!

[@flyboy2610]

I can understand Paul's reaction when Matt left with the Nugget. It's like when your youngest child moves out of the house. You're kind of sad to see 'em go, but happy for them at the same time.

[@John_B_Fab]

You guys are amazing, you all did a fantastic job on the Golden Nugget! All the people who worked on it, Robby and his crew who did an amazing pristine "showroom" restauration job, the guy who did the wiring, all the fans sending parts to help complete the project. Everybody involved! All the work put in Ed's Golden Nugget is so heartwarming! Can't wait to see the reveal !!

[@wildforesthome6563]

My heart sank at the end of the last nugget video but when i saw Matts video about the diffs being delivered i knew you had it handled. I kept saying it but you guys are awesome for all the work you have done to make an old man happy. Gonna miss Randals southern draw on these vids, wish him all the best for me.

[@darrengray2309]

I've been watching your channel for over a year now and always enjoyed it but I must say I like it even more now your brother has joined you he seems such like nice guy

[@samuelorozco255]

I love the Ben Paul relationship. My older brother is my best friend and whenever he comes over we end up working on my truck

[@brucemcgowan5651]

Finally. Music in the shop. Screw KZbin. Mechanics and fabricators need music in the shop.

[@tristanoliva]

It’s so cool watching this group of amazing people get things done. Every time.

[@TXnine7nine]

It’s amazing how far this thing has come. I only found Matt’s, Paul’s and Robbie’s channels after Jalopnik did a story about a Suzuki that had been pulled out of the Sierras after 40+ years. So glad I did. 😁

[@Strider1954]

Yup, I'm smiling with tears too. Well done Paul, you should be very proud.

[@timothysnyder4335]

Great work! I’m gonna miss seeing you work on it though. Ed is gonna love it!

[@BMGProjects]

Everyone needs to show Ed these videos so he can see what was done to his Nugget and Rokon. After the reveal of course…

[@bigbob16]

I think Ed's going to be kind of busy with his new toys for a while before he has the time to watch any videos

[@jackbelk8527]

Ed has a CD player so all these episodes can be strung together in sequence. I'd buy one.

[@his4evr2c]

@@jackbelk8527 DVD player respectfully DVD not CD

[@aphextwin5712]

Matt announced that they’ll be adding a Patreon ‘channel’ and showed a few very short clips of them reacting to their own old videos. In one of those clips you could see Ed watching things together with Matt. If that format sticks, they’ll likely sooner or later have Ed watch some Golden Nugget videos as well.

[@jordantrujillo293]

Oh man! Everyone killed it on this insane full restoration and rebuild. Im excited to see Ed drive this bad boy!

[@TOOLMAN4hvac]

Insane doesn’t even begin to touch it. Crazy the amount of effort put into this project! My hats is off to these guys.

[@spd4675]

Y'all keep the reality in the project by showing the bloopers, mistakes and unexpected things that happen as something like this goes from start to finish. Keep up the great work!

[@sigmanoir]

One point, it sounded like the rattle in the roof was still there... I was watching your channel every day this week to see the next Golden Nugget installment. Congrats on getting it finished and over to Matt's, I cannot wait to see Ed's reaction, as well as all of you that worked on it together for the great reveal. Paul, your question to Skeeter on sabotaging Matt's tow truck was killing me, too funny! It was great to see Randal still behind the camera, I sure am going to miss his humor and wise cracks - "Heist it and take off to Mexico right now". Thank you, I loved watching this entire series across all the channels, it certainly has been exciting.

[@micahhenry4998]

When Ed See's it he's going to be a big kid at Christmas u guys have gone over the top awesome job

[@dmelson7502]

Once again Randall utters the wisest words in the video. Don't. Wreck. The. Nugget. An awesome job on what had to be a frustrating day.

[@TheBranchesChannel]

Paul, loved watching the Golden Nugget build. You are a patient, tenacious guy.

[@montegtaylor]

Great to see it ready for Ed. Amazing the hours that have been put into this to make it right.

[@edelio2743]

Love yer bro, its like he was always on the channel. Great addition.

[@Beandiptheredneck]

Ben's the best 👌 I hope he stays for a long time

[@desertd2609]

Ed is going to love it! Kudos to all that have played a part in this build from the builders to the fans, my hat is off to you all!

[@maxironpaw]

The smile on the faces of Paul and Matt were so cool. You guys were genuinely happy, like little kids. :)

[@SteveK6470]

Congrats Fab Rats on completing the Golden Nugget! I love hopping around on all the channels involved and seeing each of their perspectives and contributions to the build. CANNOT wait for the reveal and handing the keys to Ed :)

[@paengsolo2047]

That's cool, now let's see Ed's reaction when he receives the big surprise he's been searching for. Can't wait for that I'm excited 🙂. You guys have done an excellent job. Team Golden Nugget

[@worms1]

you nailed it. i hope the videographer captures the look on ed's face

[@daffodil71]

Y’all have done such a great job on this restoration. Ed will appreciate it, and love it. It’s fun to watch how much love everyone has put into it.

[@scottimusgarrett15]

Every one of you guys has kicked ass on this project...I'm so proud of all of you doing this for Ed. It truly has been a labour of love; who would work this hard otherwise!?😂 Again, I sincerely thank you all for doing this. It really is a legacy project! ✌️❤️🙂🇨🇦

[@desmoboy]

Great work guys. I would like neighbors like you. Keep up the cool jobs

[@gnarlygt420z]

Haha the smile on Matt’s face Thanks for all the work folks, it’s nice to tag along I agree with what Paul said about it being happy and sad Take care!

[@PlainStraightShooter]

Its been a wild ride over the months and tons of hours put in. I was getting a little jittery when it locked up but when it came to what it was I wasn't to surprised but I would not have caught the oiling issue either. As a fan of all three of the channels that did so much I can only wish I could be there when Someone gets their eyes on it after all the hiding and white lies trying to keep the secret. He will love it, Ed that is. The nugget looks great and you all did a terrific job. Did you sign that hood Paul?

[@scotttaylor3872]

Ed couldn't have a better bunch of friends. Way to go!

[@ntuidme]

I said it to Robby, will say it to you guys, this build for Ed is very special and truly done out of love and respect for Ed. I take a bow to you all!

[@jrzyboy99]

Bittersweet…FabRats you’ve outdone yourselves! Thank you for taking us along on the journey, looking forward to all the future builds! 👍👍👍

[@kenbass3862]

I hope all of you signed under the hood for all of the great work you've done and all the hours you spent on the nugget. Paul, Ben, Randall, Michelle and everybody involved there at Fab Rats are really incredible. Great job to everybody. Ed is going to be so happy and proud to have it back. 👍 Keep the great videos coming.

[@krakenslair4323]

So awesome that people from all over are sending parts to get the project sorted.

[@troybilt6752]

I have so much more to say about how I appreciate what you guys do. But I will just say what I always do. Thank you for your time.

[@jeremywimer8842]

It was great watching all of my favorite channels working together on this. MORR, Fab Rats, Robby Layton, and Bikes & Beards all did a great job!

[@co1urzz]

wow, Matt tear'd up, amazing y'all are open enough document your lives like this

[@mohammadsadeghasadi2856]

good job for all the people helping and worked on Golden Nugget👍👍👍👍👍

[@DancerOfClouds]

Guys, there are so many of us totally vested in the whole story of the Golden Nugget. I watched the first expedition into the back country to find it, and then the recovery. You all (FabRats, Robby and Matt and of course Sean (Rocon)) have all played an amazing part. This story is epic and I have loved and appreciated every minute you all have shared. Well done. Ed is going to be so touched, so very touched. Thank You!!!!

[@UtahWaterLog]

I just freaking love this. Every moment of this project, from all who are involved, is part of the best content on YT. I want to take all of you fishing.

[@josiatokirina1788]

Awesome job well accomplished! This has been the best restoration on KZbin. What a generous team effort by all. Thank You so much for sharing the journey! PS. I sure hope you fixed the roof brace rattle and put seat belts in it!

[@danilopamintuan6961]

Whoooohh Ed gonna be in tear with this .God bless you guys for you love for Ed

[@jamesoyler8357]

Wonderful gift you guys have done for a special friend. Great friends is what it is all about.

[@artm6723]

Ed is gonna love it!!!! I love how everybody came together to help get the nugget back on the road for Ed. Nothing but love for him! So awesome!

[@paulsawyer4541]

Truly exceptional, when you know what shape it was in when you pulled it out of the woods. Great team effort and everyone involved should be proud of the end result, just awsome 👍

[@ExploringCabinsandMines]

except the only original thing is the frame.

[@Zekespeaks]

I had faith in you Fab Rats guys and everyone else in this build and you have not let us down. I'm very much looking forward to when Ed gets to see all of it! Brilliant job to all!!

[@mainzman7239]

Everyone involved in this project has done amazing work, serious respect to all of you. An extra pat on the back for the Fab Rats though for not scratching the incredible paint job. I can't wait to see Ed's reaction when he sees the Nugget in all it's glory.

[@marvindebot3264]

I wondered why Robby was promoting a new powder coater, now we know.

[@stupidass3791]

Who did the sandblasting?

[@marvindebot3264]

@@stupidass3791 Can't recall the name, whoever Robby used to use (not the current ones). TBH I thought they were mates of his, not very good mates.

[@kevinking3402]

Layton assembled the axles, he should have cleaned them first. Same thing would apply to an engine builder after machining. Sorry but he can’t blame the blasters for this.