Chevy 2500 in Lockhart Basin

Went in to Lockhart Basin to get a Chevy truck that had broken the rear driveshaft. Snow conditions at the beginning of the day had us worried, but turned out to be a good day.
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[@patd5146]

Amazing scenery, and to be able to work in this environment....you're a lucky man.

[@lloydjenkins2190]

Not luck, hard work and dedication following a dream.

[@Cycle9568]

It is amazing yes….yet very treacherous at the same time.

[@lancerevell5979]

That stuck truck is an example of the all too common idea.... "I got four wheel drive. I can go anywhere!" All it does is get the fool stuck further in the boonies.

[@Iceman_777]

Mall crawler detour gone wrong.

[@larrybe2900]

Even a shorter wheelbase might have helped without modifications to go in this environment. All in a day's work to recover but one must wonder if some frustration comes to mind thinking ....why?

[@boolongfellow8452]

Always impressed with the truck and your driving skills but the scenery in this one steals the show

[@Vile-Flesh]

The scenery was beautiful

[@ricoolivier]

No heroics, no drama. Just 2 guys doing a recovery very professionally in some of the most beautiful scenery this side of a travel channel! Well done on everything from camera work to the loading!

[@lanceleavitt7472]

"No rocks or boulders were harmed in making this video." --- Thanks for the great upload. ---

[@ephjay6t87]

I drove that road in 97 in my dad's S-10. I was sweating bullets that we didn't break down. Interesting to see Christmas wrapping paper inside that driveshaft 😆😁 "Make like a taco and split"

[@tughillplateau2129]

snow adds a whole new beauty to that scenery

[@tjtuck4520]

@Abigel--43 🔞⤵️ not today ISIS!!

[@DudeStone]

Love the hard-core recovery videos Rory, TrailMater, & crew!! Beautiful scenery here.

[@joseluera5557]

We vacationed in Moab in 2020. Every day on our way back to BnB we passed Rory's shop and and glanced at Trail Mater each time. I regret not being familiar with this channel then. Stopping by and meeting Rory would have been the highlight of that trip.

[@davebenson1504]

Rory you make that drive around the truck look like a leisurely drive in an urban park... well at least that thin wall drive line didn't rust... and yup can hear the 'creek' of the front end when it was on its own steam... Great recovery... Thanks for sharing

[@tedvance9461]

I8x

[@byronwhitney665]

This is the first time I’ve seen a drive shaft like that. I had no idea they make them like this now. Very venerable off road. Nice field work. Electrical & Duct tape are must have off road items. Some great scenery.

[@berkc06]

Hands down, you are the best trail repairer.

[@marty0715yt]

I believe that would be repairererer!!!

[@berkc06]

@@marty0715yt that works too lol

[@latu8923]

It's always a pleasure to watch your recoveries Rory-Trail Mater never fails to impress me. That truck is made for that kind of environment. Thank you again for sharing brother and be safe out there...GB!

[@rockercover]

Quite the head shaker, (not easy to comprehend), how theses newer vehicles can do anything other than *maybe* street operation. Thanks for another show of what you discover in your call outs.

[@ScottDLR]

I have a mostly stock Ram 3500 4x4 and have looked at driving some of these trails. Seems like a Level 3 trail is about as extreme as one would want to do with a pickup (Lockhart = level 5). Someone correct me if I'm wrong.

[@goride450]

You are the man Rory! Love watching what you do and love how you take the time to show the amazing scenery.

[@petejoy6328]

Your commentary skills are vastly improved! It’s a lot harder than it looks!! Really enjoy your content! Thanks Rory. I wear my big M hat proudly 👍

[@ScythianLynx]

"Driveline: Made like a taco and split. Alright, I got nothing." Lol. It's 'Made like a banana and split.' That made me laugh. You make a lot of men jealous for what you do in Life and the fun you get to have for 'work'. The Trail Mater is one of the very coolest vehicles in existence anywhere. Awesome video, as usual.

[@utahradioman]

Beautiful country!!!😃💯👍

[@lonhoschar1943]

Pretty nasty terrain for a pickup. As usual you handled that extractraction beautifully!! Gorgeous scenery too! Nice job!!!

[@captaintoyota3171]

WAYYYY too rough for a stock truck with alloy driveshaft and no clearance

[@karlschwaber7006]

@@captaintoyota3171 I thought the same. Too long a truck and too small tires. Not a good combination for Moab. Unfortunately my ZR2 has an aluminum drive shaft for now. All skid plated but and aluminum drive shaft. Not smart.

[@williamlulay7982]

Thin aluminum tubing with a cardboard reinforcing liner - sounds like a workable driveline configuration to me! That rock sure put a crimp in the driveline. I'm surprised Chevy didn't have their PR people out there doing a photo shoot of their product in such beautiful, rugged surroundings. The caption could have been, "Rugged Chevrolets will get you into the most beautiful, desolate country to get broken down in." Your work is really time-intensive in this back country - that job must have taken you at least 4-5 hours just to get to it, and haul that truck out of there. Clever fix for the transfer case fluid, and good commentary.

[@straubdavid9]

Yep, I was muttering the same thing ..... wth!🤔🙃

[@59vaughn]

That's ingun-eered cardyboard

[@orangepickel2]

Since 90% of these Chevy/ GMC vehicles are made in foreign countries, as well as their parts! Makes you wonder which part of Asia or South America they were made in. I was looking at some Walmart hypertroph and heart tools day before yesterday at Walmart and I noted that's the socket sets that their marketing are no longer made in China but in Vietnam posted that on Facebook and all my Vietnamese American friends gave me big thumbs UPS Walmart battery chargers house brand are made in Vietnam also think I got three of them. 8 years ago I bought As rock 775 motherboards for computers I was surprised that they were made in Vietnam.

[@chunkychambers1530]

That’s a monster trailer. How long is that bad boy?

[@stevendouglas6593]

@@orangepickel2 Those parts may have been manufactured in Asia or South America but they were most certainly designed and engineered in the US. This ain’t the 50’s or 60’s when ‘Made in the USA’ meant quality and reliability.

[@chrisa2761]

Holy Twisted Sister, Rory! I've never seen a shaft that mangled!

[@roygotham]

An amazing recovery DEEP in beautiful country, job well done 👍!!

[@jerrycann6374]

Learned my new technical word for the day "slideyish"....thanks..🤓

[@robinhodgson7629]

Impressive scenery the States are so diverse! As usual care for the recovered vehicle and a professional at work

[@outlawbillionairez9780]

You won't understand the big smile on my face when I see your video pop up on a crappy morning, where everything else is going sideways. But that's okay 😀

[@drumorrison7625]

Great job. What a beautiful day. I don't feel the cold coming through the phone so much. 😁

[@The-Deadbolt-Deputy]

I think that’s like a 70 thousand dollar pickup truck that somebody was hammering on out there. But in a way , I’m glad to see trucks get used. Anyway ,..... the Mater Ain’t nothin BUT THE TRUTH !!!

[@rogerbrown91]

Chevy that got to be a cost saver on the drive line but I'm sure it don't save the buyer any money wow

[@wornoutwrench8128]

I have this mental picture in my head about what the American West looks like. I think it was here. WOW. Oh, cool recovery too.

[@TwoAMBlacktop]

20's and All Seasons, what a combo. lol.

[@flyhead5972]

The Southwest USA is beautiful country and Utah is top of the list. Great footage of the back country.

[@doncyr3332]

You said it was cold there, the day I watched it the temp was clear up to four degrees F. Fantastic views over your shoulder, really makes my winters better. Thanks for sharing.

[@deshb22]

Gosh the scenery in the background is absolutely stunning! Looks like "the GODS" once lived there

[@Stratos53100]

Good one, Amazes me how someone can think a stock 2500 can go through that terrain, guess he learned his lesson. Just because it says 4x4 dont mean it can do everything.

[@legitdelirium3446]

4 wheel drive without lockers is still two wheel drive

[@johnt6673]

I was thinking the same thing. Crazy owner.

[@5kidmonty]

Nothing is more beautiful than SE Utah after a storm lifts!! Hopefully I never need your services. But if I do, its nice to know your there.

[@rikibruner2126]

Thank you for taking us on another guided tour of your back yard, it's amazing. And you get paid to go pull things back to civilization while doing it. Congratulations on finding a way to work in such surroundings and having the courage to share it with the world. Riki

[@tedfisk1211]

Your office has such beautiful scenery, Rory. And it was interesting you found that elusive monolith.

[@WildChinoise]

Rory not looking too enthused about this recovery trip. Can't blame him, I don't like cold weather either.

[@foxsquirrel3038]

I feel like you are santa of moab, taking all the toys back to the shop to get fixed

[@henrygottnunne303]

Your adventures are GREAT ! You have made an EXCELLENT Source of Practical Trail Rescue Information. Every one of your Adventure (with Rory) I learn Something Valuable. Thank You All, Rory & Crew. God Bless You All & Always.

[@General_Confusion]

You seem very well informed about the Utah Monolith Rory. I wonder what kind of guy would have the equipment to make and drag something like that all the way out there?

[@sun_dreaming]

Honestly 2-3 guys and a truck could of easily placed it there. It was mostly sheet metal held together with rivets.

[@justme-ij2qy]

@@sun_dreaming Thus the reason for subtly hinting that someone such as Rory with fabrication skills, knowledge of the terrain, and an offroad vehicle such as tomator might, well, you can figure out the rest.

[@canyonrunner]

Rory lives by the "Code" of BLM/NPS/UTStateParks, Native Lands et al, ETC! That is where and how he earns his living. They respect him because he respects them and advocates their cause. WHY would he jeopardize his dinner ticket to pull a stunt that brings him no remuneration? If anybody has an idea of who did it, probably Rory does. I suppose the various agency 'cops' have already questioned him. Rory lives in a 'small town' so please don't question or doubt him. As one of the good guys we should support and uphold him. RORY for MAYOR of MOAB!!!

[@skingk2632]

@@canyonrunner Being Mayor is probably not one of his priorities. LOL

[@Skiridr22]

That was an epic rescue Rory 👍🏾👍🏾

[@norcoredneck]

Rescue Rory saved the day again. Guy must not care about that truck. Great job.

[@ronnydowdy7432]

Rory you're experienc really showing with each recovery. Like watching your shows.

[@dbofacer]

You sure know how to have fun in that beautiful country.

[@e.s.bryant765]

The difference between S. Utah and NC is amazing. Might as well be Mars. Planning a trip out West now, all based on the recovery videos on youtube. Thanks for the new video. I hope when I come out to visit I never, ever have to call you or Matt...lol.

[@littlesteve855]

Ive seen cardboard in other drivelines before, think it has something to do with silencing harmonic noise.

[@robfreeman8359]

We exchanged waves as we were entering the trail, just before you got back to your trailer with the recovered Chevy, that was cool, we were all hoping there would be a video. (Black 2-Door Rubicon and Blue 4-Runner)

[@woxie4990]

As always, a quality video presentation with minimal fluff and no unnecessary additives ... it's like getting straight to the meat without having to deal with no vegetables first 🙃🤗🤩🥳

[@briantomcollins]

Pullin that thing gentle as a newborn baby... skills for days.

[@AtlasLathe]

That wonderful Chevy front suspension sold a lot of Ford and Dodge trucks

[@izzyday6907]

Thank you for giving me a chance to see what I miss every day.

[@guysmith1946]

Good idea… Drain it at the shop”… All set up Great video

[@bubbakushingtonIII]

Damn looks like a cold ass morning. Looks close to the first Tremors movie once you got in there.

[@kathleendietrich744]

Snow...What?? My boys are coming to EJS I'm worried they will have enough warm clothes. It's so beautiful, I wish the monolith was still there. Trailm8er and you doing another great job. I'm so glad you have help filming. P.s. so much for a off road package, chevy needs to work on that.

[@scottnelson1713]

I enjoyed this video. And I like watching other people crawling in the dirt in the cold fixing stuff. Just as long as I don't have to do that. And I learned how to seal the transfer case so that it doesn't all leak out on the way out. I wish I could give you more than just one thumbs up on this.

[@Kimbergal_1911]

What a view!! You always do an amazing job. ❤ Thanks for sharing your world and life with us!!!!!

[@littlebigjoe1]

"Wrench by braille" 🤣

[@dwaynelonganecker6529]

I enjoy your truck and equipment plus all your mechanical ability.

[@davidmahan4160]

An Aluminium and cardboard drive line, what were they thinking 🤣 The use of the water bottle was inspired fix Rory. That scenery is spectacular, but I think you need to pack some warmer clothes. "Wrenching by Braille" 🤔

[@jamesbigham9036]

Rory I respect how you take the extra time to not do anymore damage to the truck including using the bottle to cover the transfer case. In my opinion those kind of trucks really aren't made for that kind of terrain especially with an aluminum drive shaft. That was beautiful scenery thank you for taking us along on the recovery.

[@annmurphy5507]

Thanks for the panoramic view!

[@michaelcahill6682]

Great job as usual. a man with a plan and some electrical tape gets it done everytime. Can you tell me where you got that nice tool roll .

[@joepg1608]

I'm In Clearwater Florida and our 8 month summer is about to start

[@usmclee65]

Its working, having your camara man that is also a mechanic, and a driver really makes the recovery much better to watch. thanks, that was long haul, great team and a great job!!

[@gsmith6255]

That driveshaft ripped like a tin can! Once the mental flexed it was all over. Thanks for sharing as always good job.

[@mikemiller9119]

Great job. You’re getting better and your camera man is doing good. He’s getting us some good shots. Love seeing you improve bud.

[@skingk2632]

Yeah, he's doing something new and starting to like it. A Star is born! LOL

[@Cujo71321]

Thank you, Rory! You added the closed captions/subtitles! Even deaf old me can enjoy the show now that I know what the heck is going on! God bless you, brother!

[@rockyevans5993]

You inspire me as a towman myself love ur videos and get shit done attitude 💯 love from northern AZ

[@stevencbradley]

Amazing job. Can't believe what you do, mostly by yourself. On another note, how long do you think before GM goes to just cardboard for drivelines, covered with aluminum paint? If they use beer cans welded together, they could call it their "Xtra strength, all-weather driveline..."

[@MrGaryGG48]

After getting it to your shop do you order the patented aluminum painted cardboard driveshaft or do you go to the real Driveline Shop and get a real Driveshaft?? I wonder if a "real driveshaft" would void the warranty!! 🤣

[@stevencbradley]

@@MrGaryGG48 no doubt.

[@SLCFarms]

Beautiful county. Nice recovery. Great vidja. Thanks for sharing

[@gub0ne182]

I appreciate and love how you respect our trails. I can't tell you how many vehicles I have seen driving / dragged out with no concerns about stopping the fluids from dirtying our trails. Another great recovery! Thank you.

[@joergarms1]

Again a nice recovery in a beautiful landscape. Glad the sun started shining. Loved the joke about the bottle, that you can drain it at the shop. Having fun while working is important.

[@greglewis8041]

Wow 😳, don't see a drive line like that every day!😲

[@pieterdegraaf6366]

Love to watch your video. I 'M live in Australia but game from Holland there We have a saying that the best captains always stand on the warf 's just ignore them

[@dougdean3134]

Scenery is stunning. That driveline failure is quite humbling for a “regular” truck guy.

[@mastrickland3964]

Another awesome video, amazing scenery and Rory with Trail Mater!! Never been a fan of a 2 piece driveline.........

[@777supertrucker]

I’m watching the video where your explaining your truck after the wreck. It works extremely well for what you need it to do and you have what you need to keep rescuing people that get themselves in trouble. You do an awesome job your truck is a beast. There’s always someone who thinks that they can do it better or tell you how to do your job. I love your videos and can’t wait to come and see for myself the wonder’s of southern Utah 👍🇺🇸

[@duanebennett2961]

Love your channel dude!! Great driving as always!!

[@wf8933]

Love that wrecker, looks like it belongs on a Mad Max movie.

[@revwaltmn]

my favorite video by style of yours yet. Love the recovery, love the scenery

[@007twm]

Great video Gents. Thanks for sharing.

[@markadams8857]

I recently was able to come out west to Grand Canyon and Moab area for vacation partially because of seeing the views from your channel. I never fully understood the distances involved with your recoveries. Even things that people say are right next to each other are 2-3-4 hours at 70 miles an hour. Until I was out there the distances you deal with are unreal to us easterners.. I did get to drive by your shop but could not convince my wife to stop and take a picture late at night. Hats off for your driving and skills.

[@bigtsperspective5831]

4wd dose not = ground clearance. Team m8r for the win 😎❤️

[@user-eg3wd2pc8b]

Awesome recovery and incredible scenery! Thanks for sharing!!

[@Ray-ks1xp]

Awesome video as usual 👍

[@REDMAN298]

Nice job. Gorgeous mountains.

[@montegtaylor]

Nice recovery and thanks for the shots of the scenery

[@MarkJacksonGaming]

-- Geez. I understand how it happened, but I've never seen a drive line snap like that. I drive a similar vehicle for a winter beater. A 2004 Tahoe Z71. Stock but for bigger tires and locking hubs. I know it has no business even attempting those rocks. But there again, mine is set for winter in the rust belt. 3000 dollar vehicle, great shape. 1000 bucks of rust protection I did myself. BTW. The more you talk, the more interesting your videos are. Good work.

[@captaintoyota3171]

Umm it hit the rock thats y i broke. That trucks wayyyy to stock for this terrain

[@brianmason8400]

Captain Toyota.....my thoughts exactly. Bigger tires and a lift kit, it may not have happened. BUT, in my opinion, regardless of the vehicle, aluminum driveshafts don't belong out there anyway.

[@almclean4835]

Nice recovery. Fantastic scenery

[@novavroomvroom6809]

UHM... Camera man not holding camera....!!!! I'm confused...!!!! Great recovery Rori and camera less man..!!!! Great job to both of you...!!! Gotta troll the camera man a little bit to break him in... Great driving by the way...!!!

[@princ3ssros340]

Beautiful views and ride. Great job 👏 👍

[@robbiehanes4067]

Thanks for another video Rory keep ‘em coming

[@bobpearce3665]

Well done, Rory, great video as usual.

[@gregeigsti3280]

Love watching you solve problems. Thanks for the informative and great content!

[@OpieDogie]

Well done!

[@kenfoster4256]

I am always in awe of the scenery on your jobs, you do an amazing job and your truck...wow what can I say!! 👍

[@jimmcgettigan4826]

Another great rescue job.👍

[@r.watson1928]

*If you get stuck in the sand or fall in a crater;* *No need to panic, just call for the Trail Mater:*

[@peggykush6972]

You both, are amazing !!!

[@wilk913]

Excellent video Rory, loved the content! Please keep 'em coming