Mere left town... within 45 minutes I bought a truck... 

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Looking forward to Matt's new book, "It's just a work truck, no need to modify it. And other lies I tell myself"

Matt had the whole discussion with Mere on his own and recorded it, smart man.

Ya should put a new door with modern mirrors (Saftey upgrade) Bigger Turbsky (saftey upgrade) Wheels & Tires (saftey upgrade) Suspension work (saftey upgrade) ECU Tune (saftey upgrade) Orange seat belts (Helps sell all the other "saftey" upgrades as legit "saftey" upgrades...) Everything can be explained to and accepted by Mere if properly laid out... Not to mention that with it being a Company Work Truck it would be a nice tax break. Those types of vidgeos seem to be super popular judging by views... Will bring in new subs and work with companies you've maybe never worked with.. It will help with keeping the feller who helped out at your Garage/Shop busy too. I just dont see a down side to doing a mini-build series on those "Saftey and Reliability upgrades.. Back ta work!

Oh Mere, look at this field of wild flowers. The birds. The bees. So relaxing, isn't it...

I would definitely get it over to the Holden Bros and have them really go through it, see what needs fixing and replacing. Then take it to Muscle Rod to get the dings taken out and rust inhibitor put on. Then give it a Bunker Branding wrap and phone number. That way when your employees are driving through town, you're advertising your business.

New/re-arced springs and helper bags (air bags) in the rear should help a lot, maybe upgrade the intercooler, oil cooler and transcooler if you are going to be doing a lot of towing.

I’m sure it’s already been said but that appears to be completely stock under the hood. The stock 5 speed trans is the Getrag 360 which they are notoriously not very good. The NV4500 is the 5 speed manual trans that comes in 2nd gens and the NV5600 is the 6 speed that came as an option In late 2nd gens and was in the early 3rd gens.

Matt: This is going to be a work truck, not Matt tricks it out truck. Also Matt: I'll never shoot or damage this Suburban, I promised the previous owner. 🤔

My favorite part of your Outros is always Mark asking, "What camera was that?" That puts a smile on my face every time. Also like Mere laughing at the bouncy car.

Matt - it would certainly do you good to replace the springs. Especially if you intend on hauling somewhat regularly.

If someone was to list one in Western Canada 🇨🇦 they would probably put a $35,000 price tag on it

My dad ran his 12v for 400,000+ miles stock. Lucky find! Love your videos Matt!

Yes, I would replace the springs. They look like they can't take much more.

If it’s the stock 5 speed, it’s called a g360 getrag. The springs on the back are pretty flat arched and the front springs are actually negative arched from factory. Still wouldn’t hurt to freshen them up though! Great truck!

As a person from northern Indiana.... I wish we could just have a whole selection of southern cars no rust no salt good luck finding that up here yahhh

You "ghost riding" is perfect for farming. Picking up stray bales of hay and rock picking by yourself.

From experience, those mirrors will take bricks out of a wall. Think of them as body protection! Also helps prevent rollovers!

Matt : "This guarantee will go up in value - Cummins Guys back me up" Cummins Guys : "I ain't about to fight Mere for you Matt"

Matt makes a video explaining to Mere why he bought a truck so 4.15mil people will have his back...he's a true inspiration to us all

I can't wait for the video that starts with Matt saying "Well Demolitia I lied." And then starts in on all the reasons for modifying the new truck. Lol. It's going to be great.

Mere, seriously it just followed me home. Can we keep it, PLEEEEEEAAASEEE? I will feed it and take it on regular walks, I promise.

I really want a fabrats/off the ranch collaboration. The idea of those two coming up with a rock crawler "work" Truck would be hilarious

I would love to see a build series with Lincoln ( maybe for his first truck )

I had the same trans in my 92 w250, never used first, it's a granny gear, I could put it in 4 lo, first, get out and dig the snow out of the way and when the truck walked itself away I could just hop back in and off I went. I miss that truck.

Without a load, start in 2nd. Some shifters read L, 1, 2, 3, 4 because most people start in 2 anyway. 1 is extra low, my dad used to play around and put the truck in 1 and we could idle and go up our fairly steep driveway without stalling.

You found an absolute gem with that first gen. Please don’t just beat tf out of it. Low mile, manual, 4x4. You could sell that for 20k here in pa right now. And you talking yourself out of a p pump. Worth every penny. Even if you don’t think you wanna mod it just to have the extra couple hp is very worth it

Good buy in my book. Had a 93 and regret selling it ever since. The fact you mentioned the shimmy was awesome! 6 in a row makes it go

The cover did come on the 89-98 12v Cummins but most people take them off to keep them so its hard to find one with the cover on them anymore and the engine does look stock from what I can see. Also a good way to tell for the transmissions is NV4500- is the 5 speed and the NV5600 is the 6 speed (didn't come out till I believe '98-99 I believe 06) then the G56 isn't till 06 Cummins body style and they came intercooled starting 92-93 I believe. I hope this was helpful for you Matt.

Heck yeah! Mere is away Matt will play! This is gonna be awesome!

Mere, Matt didn't learn well the last time, Mere knows all!! The 5 ton needs to be pink!!

Matt I recommend for you a 1998 Dodge only for the first half of the year, extended cab with rear opening doors 4x4 12 valve p-pumped they are harder to find, but you can do build on it and you can haul the family in it ,you will fall in love with it !!!

Mere, the Truth is ... it simply followed him home (and you know how soft hearted he is)

I feel so sorry for Tatoo Mere. She's about to see a lot of things that should be left unseen.

“She’s my wife, and she’s not a fan of me buying trucks……..once a week” My new favorite Matt quote 😂

We had 1990 Dodge bobtail tow vehicles when I first went in the Air Force. They had issues with the emergency brake light staying on.. dude, the sound of that thing running brings back a lot of memories!

Shiny black finish that has some nice dirt sanding compound you rubbed in there ;D.. its cool.. "It'll buff out!"

Matt I’m from Ireland but if I ever go to Texas I’ll come and visit bunker branding. Keep the videos comin lad 🥃🥃☘️☘️☘️☘️

matt, i really hope you get that body rust fixed, get new springs, and get all the rust off the frame and coat said frame. they dont build trucks like these anymore, i really hope you take good care of it.

The frames crack around the steering box due to the frame flexing. You can buy a brace that crosses from one side of the frame to the other. It makes a huge difference in the steering feel.

Just a GOOOOD wash, a toch of paint on the rusty areas and just fix the passanger door and she is GOOD to go!!!, sorry for my bad english

Us viewers buy stuff because we just WANT all the time!! Like your shirts! Don’t have to explain any purchase to us, as long as it makes the same awesome content:)

The fact that you used the camera falling over as part of an edit was really damn cool

Love the new ending glad u keep the old clip in there I’m sure it means a lot to u too thanks for all your hard work entertaining us

I absolutely love 1st gens. Grew up in 1. One day I hope to have one of my own.

Next episode: The build on this truck is going to be awesome!!!! Don't tell Mere.

Matt 100% true a 12v will go up in Val

That's exactly how those springs are supposed to be. Those mirrors will %100 destroy things, they are super strong. Engine looks stock, you won't feel any turbo until you have a load on it, a lot of load. Do yourself a favor and get a steering box frame brace, and talk to Borgsen about steering components

Make sure and check the killer dowel pin and do a front seal while you are there. It should have the Getrag 5speed in it also. I'm restoring/converting my 92 D350 to a W350.

The fact that my wife won't let me go play in the woods with Matt is wrong on so many levels

I fell in love with the mud flaps, great purchase. We don't use salt in The Northwest

My dad has a 92 and I love that thing. Hope it gets handed down to me in the future. It was my grandpa's and he bought it brand new.

Fix the leaf springs, put some air suspension on it to be extra tough when carrying heavy stuff and get your brakes serviced just for good measure

Yes that truck needs new springs it must have been hauling some heavy weight to flatten out not only the factory springs but the added load springs for hauling oversized loads

First gear Matt... is called Granny low because of heavy loads!! Lol

That's how the leaf's were on those trucks. And the ABS light on the dash, they have a sensor on the rear pumpkin or there is a vacuum valve on the firewall that can cause that, it wont hurt anything, a lot of guys pull the bulbs out and ignore them, they've been on in my truck for 3 years with no problems. The only thing it needs is the Killer dowel pin fixed, and throwing air bags on it will make it ride nice.

Matt’s like a kid in a candy store when he gets new stuff 😂

The springs are fine they all tend to look like that, however I would remove the rear overload springs and put a set of air bags for better ride quality.

In the ole first gens they have the getrag 360 (junk). The newer second gen 12 valves have the nv 4500. Then there is the 6speed nv5600. And those are the old tow mirrors Matt! They are already folded out! Spin them around and flip the mirror and they will be in but might not be able to see around the flatbed as well. And last bit of info is 91.5 came with the intercooler. My ole 12 valve is a late 91 and is inter cooled

Have fun with your truck! My son is just like you loves trucks can rebuild anything and shoots like a maniac !

Well this just shows, being a positive dude that works hard makes you age like fine wine (love the grey beard), You got cash, family is happy and you can still behave like a kid for a few hours/week. Legend!

Welcome back to the First Gen Family! Love to see it!

Hey Matt, I used to do pickup and big rig suspension work for a job. I would recommend have the springs recondition so that way you're not paying for all four brand new spring packs. If you have any other questions shoot me a PM, Id be glad to let you know more.

Man I can only imagine what the build series is going to be like. Can't wait! An absolute dandy of a truck.

Oooh just what I needed! Perfect timing! Thanks, Matt! 👏🏼

I would really love to see a video of you replacing those springs!

3 generations of DEMOLISHA. I'm watch ING the video, and I hear my father in laws tv in the next room, and then my son sits next to me in the couch... Watching the same video. Awesome day, thanks Matt

Thanks for showing you did the "that's not going anywhere" check with the rachet strap

That whole layout of the truck's options skit was well done. It was like an Abbot & Costello routine. A natural improv actor.

You are one of the best RU-vidrs I know keep it up👍

I had a simular issue with slop in my 91 Ram 150. Loved that truck. Tittle said it had a V6, but there was a V8 under the hood. I miss her.

I love that truck Bro. Its a peice of art! And please leave it the way it is. Its so adorable..

Matt! Please let THE Holden Bros do some “maintenance” on this rig!! This needs to be a build series, but let them do/film it!

Love ur channel ! Would love to meet you one day. I’m from Cleveland Ohio

That’s a gem of a 1st gen dually especially since it’s a flat bed! I love it seriously they’re the best trucks ever built

Pretty soon, Matt’s going to do everything one handed without a camera just out of pure muscle memory.

1991 model year was when they started adding the intercoolers. Dad bought an early '91 model that isn't intercooled. Approximately half way through the '91 model year the intercoolers appeared . The transmission should be a Getrag G360 manual. As others have said, 1st gear isn't needed for general driving. Starting in 2nd is just fine.

If you want to hear the turbo take the silencer ring out and put a cold air intake on it this will also help with fuel mileage

I love this new truck. Very special …. We call her Jewels 💎…a Dimond in the rough ❤️👍.

Seening you move those beds tells me everything about ur handiness🙌🏻

Rebuild of the steering assembly would be cool to see

Speaking of the raptor. Haven't seen an update from WD since he said he was puting wings on it 🤔

Even though it is a work truck I do recommend a 3200 gov spring in the pump witch looked untouched. 100% looked factory thought sweet ride.

Very interesting video, I love vintage trucks and fun to joyride with you 😀!!!!

P.S. Mere you can always give it one of Matt’s loyal subscribers when he acts up. He will probably just buy another one but you can cross that bridge when you get there. GL

Yep. This is a typical day at the ranch

1991.5 is when they went to an intercooled setup and it didnt gain any more rated horsepower but it helped to keep everything else cooler and more reliable

Hell of a nice truck Matt, mighty great find on that one!

Holden Bro's and BFG already have voice mails about this non build.

Remember when you bought that VW bug? Mere is going to two steps above that.

I totally agree with you Matt these 12 valves are going up price the simplicity and reliability you get can’t compare with any vehicle this 💎 is the top engine in existence

Nice truck. Single cab holds a special place in my heart.

Hey Matt keep up the great content 😁

Keep up the great work

Oh man... Such Kool stuff... I'd love to buy that flat bed... It's so good

I love my 1st gen cummins. You can have air-conditioning, but not airbags. The trans is a getrag 360. Make sure you use 5w-20 mobile 1 engine oil in it. You found a unicorn tho. 4x4, 5speed, dually is a $50,000 truck fully restored.

The safety feature that keeps you from starting it in gear is called the Neutral Safety Switch, sometimes abbreviated as NSS, and those springs are definitely looking saggy.

You never need to explain why you bought a 12 valve first gen, it's like the coolest vehicle ever and everyone needs a good ol' trusty 12 valve

Congrats on the new build.. awesome truck

I do the same thing when I get something love seeing you guys