Toyota Caught In A Sand Trap!
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 10 ก.พ. 2025
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We got called out for a minivan that was stuck in the sand at Sand Hollow State Park. After we found them and got them back on solid ground, we headed for home. As we were driving out of the park, we were flagged down by the owner of a Toyota that needed a little help getting back to Solid footing.
Later that afternoon, we were called out for a vehicle that had lost its transmission fluid. By this time it was 105° and the wind was blowing a little bit. It was HOT!!!
Since this vehicle couldn’t help at all, I had to use enough kinetic energy rope to get me on solid footing to pull him to where we could pick him up with a rollback tow truck.
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The whole world would be a better place if they listened to the first 50 seconds of this video and took it to heart.
Absolutely!
Amen!
A very gracious and humble attitude towards your customers. What a blessing. 👊
Matt seems to be a real gentleman. Also, if you're a jerk to your customers, how long would you stay in business? He's doing himself a real service showing what a nice guy he is.
Hi Matt's I would ask u but I am sorry for that why ur jeep is always dirty from inside 🤔
Exactly! Exemplary customer service.
@Van Damage B.C. Before Computer's.
Great man. So many would be in serious trouble without his kind services, people need learn a few fundamental rules and limitations of driving their vehicle into the desert, some are totally unprepared and just follow a GPS. I owned a Jeep XJ for 24 years it was an excellent basic 4wd with a combined chassis, low weight, strong 4 litre six cylinder engine, diff lockers and two inch lift would go anywhere.
Matt explaining human nature by consoling “...getting stuck in the sand is one of the smaller mistakes one makes in life...”.
Plain lovely!
He really puts it in perspective with that one. Made me think about all the mistakes I'm making, like right now. I'd rather be stuck on a beach for sure 😊
I was in the sand with my old truck and had the Transfer Case Control Module “TCCM” go out on my truck disabling my four wheel drive (although I didn’t know the problem at the time). It was one of the worse experiences of my life, I had no cell reception and everyone who came across me were a total jerks and not only wouldn’t help, but also laughed and made fun of me and my family. Bad things can happen to anyone. “Murphy’s Law” but since that experience I have always gone out of my way to help anyone out on the trail, any time for any reason. Give people the benefit of the doubt and help your fellow off roaders, even if they are in a minivan someplace that it has no business being 😉. Thanks for the video!
theres a place here in aus,called inskip beach,,watch that..but,i think,there should be education courses,advertised or when you buy a vehicle to travel out of population,off bitumen,,.a hand book,or course of 1-2 wks,to educate people on tire pressure,not spinning wheels,&,WALK IT FIRST. keep up a steady speed,dont change gear..&,if possible,buy a cheap china winch for 300,a cradle,& 2 mount points,front & rear..it helps you & your fellow stranded non course people..every one that buys a 4x4,it should be mandatory,to do this.it saves lives,especially here in aus,2 days your dead.you can travel 2,000 ks here,& not see a soul.ask the japs on the pushbikes they found..!!.NEVER,LEAVE THE VEHICLE. its a beacon to your whare abouts..thirsty,,drink the rad water,if it is,,allways carry heavy cloths,& extra water.BEER,IS NOT FLUID.
Hard to beat a t-case shifter on the floor...
here in aus,,most wont buy a new vehicle if going 4x4ing,seriously..1 sensor shits,your dead in 3 days..old skool wins..
You can have the baddest 4x4 and still get stuck. If anyone tells you differently they haven't been really off roading. It happens .
You are very correct.
So true!! And where's the fun and the adrenaline if you don't take the risk.
Robert Ross again, I learned what I needed after I got stuck. :) Now I have the recovery stuff.
1/2 the fun of off roading is getting stuck and then self recovering.
Yep been there done that
Matt’s off-road recover replacing the news since 2020
Gotta love Matt's demeanor. Real down to earth and good guy. Love the amount of respect he has for his customers. Never gets an attitude and is always understanding and helpful. I bet he is great to work for.
I stumbled upon this channel last night around 6pm, @ 4 am I finally passed out mid episode. Thanks Matt 🥱
Agreed about the comments about people getting stuck. I've been stuck in everything from bone stock trucks to full bore race trucks. It happens. Anyone that's never gotten stuck hasn't done much off-roading.
You gotta get stuck to know your limits! Snow, sand, rocks, mud! Also tells what you need to buy/ upgrade haha.
And... every time I get stuck (happens about once or twice a year) I learn something that makes it a little easier to get myself unstuck next time. Such is life.
Yep it happens. I remember one time stuck in a work truck. Called my pops to pulls us out. Soon as he set us free he gets stuck so we had to pull him out. Happened in the outskirts of LasVegas Nevada.
lol, my van got stuck. Its lifted and 4wd. Took 3.5 feet of snow in a hard drift to do it tho. Was my own fault too, was in a hurry to get home, and hit the drift hard, so I rode up on it and stopped on the frame.
Our son is in the Army and they got a tank stuck, years ago. Go figure.
I'm a Land Rover Discovery II guy but these videos are definitely a testament to how tough these XJ's are! Hell of a good recovery rig!
I need to say how impressed I was with Matt when he took that elderly lady who was totally lost all the way to her hotel. That was kindness beyond what is expected for someone in business and that speaks volumes of ones character. Cudos to you Matt, I am sure your charge was far below a business mans rate.
Great life philosophy and truly showes up in how you approach your customers. Really appreciate your problem solving skills and sharing your journey of vehicle recovery.
Can't wait till you start selling your hats to add to my collection!
If you've never been stuck you haven't gone offroad. It happens, and you have to learn somehow.
*Detained.
If you were stuck the rig would still be there. ;)
My 15 yo son took out our Sportsman 800 quad one day and got it stuck in the mud. He showed up at the campsite about an hour later. He was in tears and said he got stuck in the mud, and apologized. I patted him on the shoulder and reassured him that those machines get stuck all the time and its no problem. I felt so bad that he had some guilt or shame in getting stuck. No one should have guilt over getting stuck in the mud. If one hasn't gotten stuck, one is not off-roading enough.
I love this video for two reasons. One, you reminded us that it’s easy to judge while sitting at a computer screen. And two, it shows why experienced help is ideal... so you minimize damage.
Never would have thought watching vids like this could be so entertaining. Love the humble approach and appreciate folks like you helping out ... for a small fee, of course.
Money is amazing. While your tow truck driver might not need any help building an app, someone somewhere does. They will 'pay' you (exchange of service for a symbolic representation of 'any goods'), and you can then pay your tow truck driver.
Even if you are a farmer, not everyone likes beets. No problem, sell beets for money and then use that money to buy ANYTHING. Money is probably one of the most critical and least discussed technologies ever conceptualized. We never think of it in these terms, but honestly money is to pre-history what the internet is to modernity.
Exactly Everyone wasn't born behind the wheel of a 4x4 like we were, I remember having to put it in low and lock the hubs just to get to the driveway of deer camp, then it was still 1/2 mile of some of the stickiest GA red mud, ruts 2'deep, with one hole deep enough to stock with catfish. Half the reason I loved hunting so much when I was young was getting to 4 wheel in and out...love the vids Matt, thanx for sharing sir.
Thanks for showing some grace to the folks who overshot their abilities to drive in their conditions, it’s nice to hear a little kindness. Another great video thanks.
I watched one of you videos and I was hooked. I binge watched every one! You, your family, employees, and friends are what make your channel great. Just a great group of people.
Thanks Matt for your kindness towards those that are less skilled.. also a great bonus because they are your customers.
People gotta remember if everyone was an expert off-road, Matt wouldn't need a bad ass XJ for work and there wouldn't be good videos.
Your channel is definitely one of my favorite channels to watch.
Absolutely EVERYBODY is "less skilled" when first starting out and won't gain any experience/skill until they actually do it. I have no desire to criticize that process, or them. Get outdoors and have fun.
They are getting stuck for our entertainment. I won’t judge. I’m 63 years old and I still haven’t slowed down. I’ve had three motorcycle accidents this year resulting in a broken right foot, a broken right thumb, and three broken ribs on the left hand side. People should live their lives.
I got stuck bad on a fire road in the snow in Big Bear California. It was just at sun set. I had a 4x4. We just wanted to explore. Just took a wrong turn, ended up in a few feet of snow with no cell service. Off road recovery guys just like Matt happened to be coming back from a job. They pulled me out for free! Otherwise I would have been stuck in a snow storm overnight. Guys like Matt are doing gods work people. Saved me and my friends from a freezing night possibly a hike back to civilization in the snow at night. Hope if I ever get stuck again somewhere near these guys I get to call Matt, I’m a big fan!
I have travelled to/from Utah over 40 years with family just north of Cedar. Driven through Her-uh-kun dozens of times and NEVER been to Sand Hallow or Coral Pink dunes. Seem like lovely places.
Matt, you Ed and the family have something special going on there. Keep up the good work. Winder towing is in my phone now! Just in case.
Matt, you are so patient and kind. I agree, it's not nice to give people a bad time for getting stuck in the sand. If that's the worst mistake they make in their life, they are pretty lucky. And they are very fortunate to have you and your crew get them out.
Matt is really successful because he treats his customers so well. He talks about why people get stuck without any hint of making fun of them. If these people did not get stuck, Matt would be out of quite a bit of his business. He's a great businessman. Customers need help. He helps them.
Your attitude and the way you help people is AWESOME
Scares me every time I see you crawl under a back wheel while the client is behind the wheel!
They cant move...
ohh on the road, absolutely!!
Matt's Off Road Recovery Hey Matt, awesome channel! I just found it recently and have been binge watching as much as I can.
I dig your comment about being harsh to other humans, that is not good at all. I find I do it myself on occasion, when people do things that just aren't right. This is not the same as the comments about people doing poorly in the sand or mud, but it is a wonderful attitude you have on the topic. I must endeavor to keep it real as you do. You are a credit to the human race. Well done!
Only when people make the same mistake twice are they we stupid. ;)
What this world needs right now is people being nicer to one another. Especially for the small stuff. Besides, I like learning about the physics involved in these recoveries, and seeing some of the amazing scenery I don't have in my neck of the woods. Good on these folks for being outside and adventuring.
Matt, your comments about sand driving skill levels and the inexperienced following tracks into unknown territory, is so right. Exactly the same applies to skiing off piest or into the back country. It so often ends badly.
This is turning out to my favorite 4x4 channel. Real life, real people. You are right Matt, some people are very quick to criticize . Ben
have you come across 4wd action,,its aus vids,,totally for the camera,200 % fun,all bullshit content..like most reality shows,they have untold money & content has to be thrilling,even if theres a road,5 ft away..they dont give any advice,.
Cannot get enough of this channel! Still watching from rainy England UK
My response to the “why would someone take a fill-in-the-blank out on these roads” comments is I am happy these people are using the amazing public lands we have in the West. I drive past a dozen Jeeps and 4x4s just on my street here in Colorado every day, which sit there and never move. I’m glad people are going out to enjoy the outdoors regardless of what they drive, most important thing is to go out there.
To be clear, I do believe in being prepared and equipped to help myself and others when travelling off highway. I’m not going to tackle the Alpine Loop in my Impreza for example. But that car and the Foresters that preceeded it have racked up a lot of miles on dirt and snowy roads, and I’ve been pulled out a couple times in my life too when I couldn’t dig out.
Their getting ready for the $5 and $6 gas that will be here after the next election. I broke my bike back out and started riding it to get back in shape after I have to park my truck.
Before I watch any further (I'm at 03:17): Thank you for holding your values in this easy-to-be-nasty TH-cam world (and to be honest,I have also at least once made myself guilty of such nastiness). Quite honestly, I simply don't succeed as much as I would like to at applying the "If you don't have anything nice to say, don't say anything" mantra, but I am working on improving my behaviour. Watch this space.
You, Sir are probably surprised by the level of venom in the comments section, because there is a certain level of decency and 'niceness' that your parents clearly taught you . While you are probably not so naive that you were completely unaware that people can be so nasty, I sense that the sheer level of aggro has caught you a bit off guard. Keep on being the fella that we've all come to know a little and respect a lot (for more than just his off roading skills).
The guy was trying to help you out by rigging the roof rack for a pull. 4:37 OMG.
He definitely doesnt know wtf he doing
Rod Purtilo Wow! Good eye! That’s crazy lol!
Lmao I saw him with the strap. That would’ve ended nice.
You ever see the video where they try to recover a Jeep in the mud by strappin to the roll cage? Rips the whole body clean off lol
he was probably expecting Matt to connect to a drone and air-lift the van right back onto the street
You were talking about why some people get stuck. My dad says the same thing about people that launch boats the first few times. They don't know what the hell their doing, and don't realize the trailer won't turn the same way as you turn the truck, it goes the opposite way. So you have a newbe trying to back down the ramp getting pissed cause they can't control the trailer. It takes a few times to get the hang of it, as i am sure driving a heavy ass camper does in the sand. Its good for you, cause you make $$$. But even better for us, cause we get to watch your videos. Thanks
I won't comment on people getting stuck, but using the luggage rack to try an recover a van, is CRAZY!!!!
I appreciate your kind positive attitude and your calm demeanor. I really enjoy your vids
Great and beautiful work in helping and serving others, thank you very much, sir.
I was driving down to the beach (to fish), I took my eyes off the "path" for 2 seconds, I found myself driving into a "sinkhole". I learned a valuable lesson that day. It does't take much to get stuck in the sand.
If more people were like matt we would be much better as a society. Also wont get stuck as much lol
This has become my favorite TH-cam channel, very educational.
As always thanks for keeping things positive, big reason I keep coming back. You should have a email link so we can send you pictures of our “mistakes”. I’ve buried a few vehicles
im glad the folks with the van didnt get a chance to try pulling it out via the recovery strap on the roof rack, also good on you matt for the respect you show to the customers im sure it gets you ahead in the long run and its the right way to go about it
You don't learn until you try, and failure can be the best teacher. People should go have fun in their rigs and not worry about feeling judged. You have to learn somehow.
A lot of skill but an even better attitude. Well done
I really like that you don't judge. Keep it up doing what you're doing. I've been in alot of interesting off road situations and I respect anyone who tries it. Push your limits. You'll find out what you can and cannot do. :)
Really like the tires on the Yukon, and you're right about people making mistakes, it happens and in the scope of things " if that's the worst thing that happens that day I for one will take it with a grain of salt or sand if you prefer
Matt makes the show , he is so calm and puts people at ease.
A lot of people think they have 4 wheel drive when they in fact do not. If you do not have a locker front & rear, you do not have 4 wheel drive.
I've done a lot of dumb things myself in life. I just did them before TH-cam :)
That about sums it up for me too... In hindsight, some of them would have made for great entertainment though...
Lucky you. Lol
You are meant to learn by your mistakes thou !
Can’t get away with anything nowadays with all these video recorder going.
@@drueatcer No kidding.
As someone who discovered this channel only a few months ago, I have watched all the new stuff and I'm going back and watching the older stuff now. It's kind of worried that I wouldn't like the older stuff, but honestly, it's fun to see the beginnings of the channel and how far they have come.
I have become addicted to your site. Strangely I Love watching your videos. And really appreciate the beautiful terrain. Love your positivity. Keep up the good work.
Love your comments. We all need to just appreciate the fact that if people didn't get stuck then we wouldn't have your cool videos to watch! See ya in the sand!
I really appreciate your attitude and views Matt! Very humble and kind.
The dynamics of desert sand and beach sand are way different too. Vehicle weight, tire selection, 2x4, 4x4 length, width, etc. all play a role. I’ve been stuck in 4 wheel drive where a 2 wheel drive drove through. Happens to everyone.
First of all!!!, I DO NOT call anybody a moron, a fool, dumbass, dumbf**k etc. that get stuck!!! Most people have a tendency to believe commercials!! I.E. Toyota commercials, Jeeps commercials etc. and especially Honda commercials!!! And as long as you drive their name brand NOTHING GOES WRONG including off-roading!!! And some other people assume they can do what other people do (that have more skill and knowledge about off-roading). My backstory is; early 90s (91-92) was the first 2 years of me in Glamis, CA. Was out there 7 months (Jan- July). July gets 116° with no shade at 9% humidity!!!, and it SUCKS ASS!!!!!! And most of all!!, I really do appreciate your videos!!! again THANK YOU FOR YOUR GREAT VIDEOS!!!
Dude keep up the awesome work..dont let new tech stop an old tech man from living his dream! We just ask that you video it along the way!! Haha forreal man keep it up..we live for these vids..dont ever stop!!
Hello from Houston, TX, been a fan for @3yrs .Just started watching the videos from 5 yrs ago and you don't look very happy. My wife sd your wife told you so. I sd it's a learning curve ,well anywhoo ,we really enjoy your good ,clean, wholesome ,knowledgeable and extraterrestrial videos.
Entrataining videos .Rav4 Robert
I appreciate how the customer with the minivan filled in the holes he dug. Very conscientious!
The first time I played in the sand i was in a lifted 79 ramcharger 35s and thought it was like snow wheeling. Wrong . I can shovel snow all day long to get unstuck . Cant do that with sand. Great video and thanks for your help and time to bring us this
The view of the beauty in nature is priceless. It is nice to see as well as the good saves.
U got ur vehicle recovery skills down to an art lol. Great video. 👊
Really enjoy your video and love the quiet way you rescue those stuck. I live on 7km off-road track; but now realise what a good state its in!!
Man o man, life has gotten easier for you. Glad to see it. Keep up the good work. Hard work always pays off. 🇺🇸💪👍
Loving your videos! I’ve been stuck more times than I care to remember and done my fair share of pulling other vehicles out. It’s usually been good times for all those involved, mostly because we have an attitude like yours, crap happens, deal with it. Sincerely a XJ owner a bit north of ya (Orangeville Utah).
Fascinating channel. What a lifestyle Matt has. I am amazed at how capable the Jeep Cherokee XJ is. I also like that Matt's family is in vids. Matt is skilled and humble. Good stuff all around.
Love the content matt making my way through all your videos 👍
I 100% agree with what you said, and im not one to talk a lot of smack, but... Why the hell would that guy lean on the car window like that just as you're about to pull it.. XD
Great attitude. Very kind of you to defend those who have had a bad day.
Good explanation Matt, plus gives you business when people make mistakes. Sand is tricky and I’m sure people see other tracks and think they can go wherever. Good video
The way you started this video brother made me an even bigger fan 👍🇺🇲
Matt you are so right. I had a kid follow me into a snow filled parking lot in his pickup that was a 2x4. I told him not to. I had just got my TJ and didn’t have rescue gear.
Yankum ropes. Awesome quality, great reliability.
Great guy, great attitude. Thanks for helping everyone.
New subscriber here. I really like your videos and your calm demeanor. Thanks for taking us along.
People can be so mean online. As long as they aren't hurting anybody, who cares if they get in over their head.
I like what you are saying...if they aren't hurting anybody, why is that a problem?
Great job Matt glad you are here to help 😀
First few words, so powerful. Thank you
I enjoy watching your videos, hopefully someday I can learn a little so I can either help somebody or I can instruct them to help me when I am stuck without damage to either vehicle. Thank you and cant wait for the next adventure.
Made a trip to Bryce Canyon a month ago. Natives were kind and welcoming. Not everyone is at the same level when it comes to off road driving and that's okay. Every year I go to Oceano. I no longer take my Rzr. Just my 8.1 Sub and a comfortable chair so that I can watch everyone get stuck.
You have a great attitude.
Something I can definitely learn from.
Thank you.
I got you on my recommendation so I watched a few videos and it's interesting.Ya got another subscriber👊
Great introduction. There are so many life parallels with getting stuck in the sand.
This channel definitely deserves more subscribers than what it has this guys are awesome
Your words in the into to this video were great.
Matt will you be my dad. So patient, so compassionate. great guy across the board.
It's good that you are respectful to your customers even when they make poor choices. After all, they're paying for your services. A lot of people in my line of work are insulting to the people that we support, apparently blind to the fact that we have jobs because they need us. If they didn't need us, we'd have to find other ways to support ourselves, probably requiring a lot more work.
That T100 was sharp. I’d love to have a black or blue one. Got a twin locked red SR5 up here in Alaska. It’s a little beast.
Did they seriously have a tow rope tied around that roof rack? Wow, I'd have loved to have watched that!
i love your videos man. I think ive watched all of them. keep doin what your doin cause its good stuff!
Never been stuck in the sand....but have been stuck in a sandbar in a river. When a truck with 48" tall tires gets swallowed to the bumper, its not good. After a second trip to get more weights for the front of a dual wheeled 4x4 tractor, we got it out.
Being a decent human being is a lost art these days and you show people how to be good to each other. Dont worry about the trash talkers.
Just started watching your videos yesterday, but I’m digging the content. Keep up the good work.
thumbs up for those who stuck, people are people and people make mistakes, noboy's perfect :)
If it wasn’t for people that can’t drive off road you wouldn’t have a job. Love your vids. Keep up the GREAT job!
I hope you are still filming. You're really very good. Thanks for sharing
Great video Matt I enjoy your style of videos. It gets hot out their but I'd rather have your 100 than the 85 degrees with the high humidity we get around here. Thanks for sharing. God Bless you and your family.
Hardest you have had to pull in a while, I thought!!! Great job! Enjoyed.
You should do a video as to where you connect those hooks when you pull out cars!? During the winter I get a lot of calls from friends and friends of friends that need to get pulled out of mud and stuff and once had to pull out a car that drove in a ditch but I could not get him out cause I didn’t know where to hook up my chains and I didn’t want to rip his axles out. Great video btw!
If possible just get the strap around a sturdy point in the frame and it will work just fine. Dont hook around any suspension components or around any kind of brake lines or wires and youll be fine
Thanks for taking us along on the road trips . Loving the view !