6 Tips on How to Drive in the Sand I Diesel Edition in Hatteras, North Carolina

[@GarzaDiesel]

Nice video 👍🏼

[@Apache-t9o]

First American that knows what he’s doing on the sand

[@TheChapMX]

This is one heck of a compliment, thank you!!! I only know because of how many bad situations I've experienced in the past hahah. Thanks for checking it out and taking the time to comment!

[@Singlesix6]

Nonsense. I learned from people on the Outer Banks back in the '70s. It's never been a secret for anyone who has bothered to ask.

[@obxtv12]

Ive been driving on the beaches of the Outer Banks for 35 years. I got stuck when I was a kid. I have run diesels for years now and I have never had an issue. I can run full on but Im not a fan of even saying it. I air down to 18. it's so much more fun and you never have to worry about getting stuck.

[@TheChapMX]

I couldn't agree more! Sounds like you've got some serious experience out there, that's awesome. Summer is coming, I can't wait!

[@subvertedworld]

Great video. Great production quality and narration. It was straight to the point, entertaining, and educational. Earned a sub from me.

[@TheChapMX]

Thank you so much! Seriously I appreciate that a ton! Try to work to make it better each video. I am so glad you enjoyed it.

[@tomlong6501]

Agree with another comment… knobby tires hurt more than help in soft sand. Disagree with Chap MX about airing down… time well spent to take tires down to 20psi or less.

[@TheChapMX]

I def. agree and I didn't have sand in mind when I got the tires. I would totally go with something else if that was its sole intended purpose! And yes, always BEST to air down for the best performance, hands down. Its just not always required to prevent getting stuck. But if you want to take the time, 100% agree, its the best option. Thanks for commenting your honest info! Def want as much of that as I can get.

[@johnwoodard1255]

I see the VA tags, must be OBX. My beach as well. Lost of experience with better beach equipped gas trucks, looking to take my first Diesel. Been kinda skerred. Lol. So from a fairly experienced,been stuck before guy... you had some great tips!!!

[@TheChapMX]

Hey John! Yes you are correct!! I’m so glad it helped some man. I hope y’all have a great time and some great weather. We just got back from another trip down there on Friday. Always sad to leave! Y’all have fun!

[@CTM6point7]

Great video, thanks for the info. We’re headed to hatteras this weekend in my Cummins. It’s been ages since I drove on sand, and never in a heavy diesel before. Very helpful!

[@TheChapMX]

Thank you for your comment man. I haven’t had a lot of motivation for videos lately and this is what keeps me going with it. I hope y’all have a wonderful weekend in Hatteras. The weather looks nice!!

[@josephcciserano9164]

Good tips, thank you. Definitely air down the tires, especially on soft sand. It makes a huge difference. Also FYI, You can get a good tire deflator that removes the valve core for around $25 (i have One made by Jaco, it works great). Lets you air down all 4 tires in about 3-4 minutes total. Well worth it!

[@TheChapMX]

Thanks so much for taking the time to comment! I always forget about those tire deflators and then remember when I see them at Frisco R&G for like $80. I need to remember to check the Jaco ones out! That'd be a life saver! Take care and see you on the beach!

[@jaredchance8903]

Your wife is a trooper for doing all of the filming I hope some day to find a wife like that!!!

[@TheChapMX]

I couldn't agree more. She is a huge help! She is much better at phone videos and pictures than me. She's a good one!

[@davidlanders8676]

I used 35 mud grapplers and had no issues whatsoever and i mean the beach was really bad. My only issue i had was trans temp was constantly getting at 185 degrees. So i kept on having to turn truck off to get temps down.

[@TheChapMX]

Mud grapplers ain't no joke! I had those on a previous truck, sounded like a helicopter haha. I'd def. try to take it easy and run the truck in a lower gear manually so its not constantly trying to shift. Other than that, could go with an external trans cooler. That's def. a common upgrade to fix that issue. Thanks for checking it out!

[@Singlesix6]

Greetings from Ocracoke Island NC. Don't be a clown, air down. Your truck will thank you and so will everyone else when you stop plowing your way over the ramp and down the beach.

[@TheChapMX]

Thanks for taking the time to comment and watch!! We love Ocracoke, y’all are at a beautiful place. I couldn’t agree more!! It’s nothing but positives all the way around. Take care and see you on the beach!

[@donnovicki9771]

I'm going in Sept and I have zero plans to air down. I drive in tons of snow, and even drive out to muddy goose fields hundreds of yards off the road. I refuse to believe this is that much more difficult. Stick to the hard pack when you can, and keep your speed up when leaving the beach to get to a house. If I have to air down I will but I'm worried that it might mess up my TPMS and I don't need any problems with that.

[@TheChapMX]

I hear you!! I hope you have a great time and I agree, you don't always need to air down. Really, it just depends on the situation. I'll say that it does always improve the ride but sometimes its just not worth the time it takes to do. TPMS sometimes can be more trouble than its worth, IMO. Enjoy ya'lls trip down there!

[@vicstrucksndogzgarod6551]

Dope video!

[@TheChapMX]

Man that’s so much, Vic. Appreciate that a lot!!

[@pakoymotovlogs9382]

AMAZING SKILLS MATE I WILL KEEP IN TOUCH TO YOUR CHANNEL :) YOUR PICK UP TRUCK IS NICE TOO

[@TheChapMX]

Thank you so much that means a lot to me!!!! Really appreciate it !!

[@virginiaoutdoors4488]

I’ve never had an issue with my diesel at 18 psi, getting a little worried about going down this weekend cause my tires are almost bald, one of them is bald and the rest of em only have a little tread, you think I’ll be alright?

[@TheChapMX]

I don’t wanna say the wrong thing and get you in trouble but I honestly don’t think depth of tread makes but so much difference on sand. Maybe I’m wrong that’s literally just my guess. If you’re aired down I think it’ll be good. Over the years I’ve found 18-20 front and 16 rear works best for me. Truck doesn’t have any issue whatsoever and rides super smooth. Be careful on the road with those tires. If gotten down to bands before because of a bad alignment, it’s not a good feeling. Hope you have a great trip.

[@virginiaoutdoors4488]

@@TheChapMX yeah i agree just figured I’d see what you thought as well, I should be fine, thanks man have a good one

[@TheChapMX]

@@virginiaoutdoors4488 heck yeah I’m always down to at least try to help ! Enjoy!!

[@virginiaoutdoors4488]

@@TheChapMX put her ass in first and let her eat, didnt have any issues at all even in the thicker sand

[@TheChapMX]

That's what I'm talking about!!! I knew you'd be good to go. Hope you had good weather!

[@nono-fn3zc]

1st gear and 4high? You like that better than 4low?

[@TheChapMX]

I do personally. 10mph in 4lo is screaming compared to 4hi.

[@tejaysreviews]

Do you put it in 4x4 and lock the hubs??

[@TheChapMX]

Hey man! On my truck, it has automatic locking hubs so I don’t have to get out and lock them but if you have manual hubs, absolutely.

[@kineticenergy1085]

Good job on this one brah😎

[@TheChapMX]

Thank you and I really appreciate the comment!!

[@frededer9114]

how do you give a diesel truck "Gas" to accelerate ? lol

[@TheChapMX]

Hahahah oh Fred you deserve an award or something. You know I spend hours making these videos and sometimes after I go back and watch them for the thirty fifth time I notice things I said or did that were dumb. That line has always bothered me! You are correct don’t make no dang sense! 🤣 thanks for watching and thanks for the laugh

[@frededer9114]

@@TheChapMX ... Seriously this was a GREAT and Informative video. Im glad you appreciated the humor😃

[@TheChapMX]

I certainly did enjoy it and I greatly appreciate the kind words!! Means a lot. I really enjoy making the videos and it makes it that much better when I know others get some enjoyment out of them too. Take care and maybe I'll see ya on the beach sometime! I'm so glad Summer is finally coming back around.

[@bcask61]

Those big knobby tires are not your friend on the sand.

[@TheChapMX]

No they aren’t, agreed!

[@NateDogMXtv]

Roll coal haha

[@TheChapMX]

Hahahahah oh yeah

[@briancc2100]

Number one dont drive a Ford

[@TheChapMX]

Hahahahah man we all make terrible decisions!

[@nedsackmann2215]

# 1 tip on not getting stuck in sand, get a subaru

[@TheChapMX]

I do miss the Subarus I've had. They are great