Axle Swap In The Middle Of Nowhere

Got contacted by Navtec Expeditions again about one of their vehicles having another issue with a front axle. So they had a spare axle housing we took in just in case we couldn't repair the one in the vehicle. Once getting out there we decided swapping the entire housing out was the quickest and easiest option. Then we could drive the vehicle out and back to town. Things went rather smoothly and we made great time considering the recent flooding had damaged the highway adding an extra hour drive time to get out there. Thank you everyone for watching and supporting us.
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[@bwinter2625]

It is great that Lily can entertain herself and enjoy time with Dad. She is a real trooper!! You are a lucky Dad.

[@The_moab_taco]

I can’t thank you enough for your videos. No fake bs, no extra drama. Just good old fashioned trail repairs and genuine content! Keep up the good work.

[@oucimarlozano2384]

Exactly what I feel watching it

[@rodm5830]

I agree completely. I love the simple reality. He’s got nothing to prove.

[@beloved_lover]

That's what I love with all these channels and of course Matt's Off Road Recovery that helped me to find more of these gems. It's better than any reality-TV made with huge ass budget. Here you have guys doing what they love, invested bit of their time and resources to film and put it all together for us. Just pure quality and great to watch.

[@mtevilone]

Serious skills, and a devoted father. It is always cool to see you take your daughter along. More fathers should watch, and learn.

[@Tomcat8911]

You can't leave daddies girl behind😅

[@goldentrichomeshydro4260]

💯

[@calholli]

She will remember her daddy for sure.

[@notyouraveragegoldenpotato]

As a father, Some of the times he does take her on some of those trails makes my palms SWEAT. And I take my kiddos to do some crazy things😅 I've been to alot of the places in moab he goes and seen the carnage and danger 1st hand that can happen if Murphey strikes. This guy is beyond competent but the older I get the more I over prepare

[@mnolanco5599]

The trail repair you guys do is pretty darn amazing! I would feel a sense of relief if you guys pulled up and I was broke down on the trails. Kudos to Mike for the camera work up on the rocks, etc. Mater always rules on the trails but that Jeep was impressive!

[@louiearmstrong]

I want to know how much they charge/make on a repair recovery like this

[@remraf72]

Buenos Tardes Mi Amigos Rory and Mike- you dudes never disappoint! Very enjoyable watching you gentlemen do your thing, especially the " wheeling" side of things, getting to the disabled vehicle, " a minor front axle swap" , I can hear the Internet Couch Mechanics now.... lol. Then getting out, very impressive. Trail Mater and Moab Motorsports is by far, my favorite KZbin channel ! Keep up the great work you do so well ! Warmest Regards from Arizona

[@TheTheomax]

@@remraf72 Minor front axle swap Nothing but the truth! That's a awesome comment you left. Rory and his team get the job done. No questions asked except for where is it and whats broke.

[@owendodman3037]

Your wallet may not find it so relieving

[@nickolasphillips3776]

@@owendodman3037 probably cheaper than a normal tow+taking it to a mechanic shop to get fixed

[@scottjamison1602]

Fortunately I have never broken down in my many trips to southern Utah, but I know who I will call if it ever happens. There were many times I asked myself, how would I get my vehicle out of here if I had a major failure, now I know. You actually did help me out several years ago as I was passing through Moab. A truck pulled out in front of me on the main road and we had a little finder bender. As I was leaving town I could hear rubbing on my right front tire so I pulled into your shop on the way out of town and asked if you could straighten my bumper, you pulled out your Jeep, attached your winch to my bumper and had it straightened. I tried to pay you, but you just said nope and sent us on our way and I have never forgotten that. Thank you again!

[@edwardrosco8239]

You guys are amazing. You accomplish repairs in remote place others can't do in a garage furnished with a large assortment of specialty tools. Great video and scenery. Always enjoy you taking me along for the adventure. Keep posting these wonderful videos.

[@mrmongo6722]

My thoughts exactly.

[@milo6373]

Reminds me of desert racing in Nevada on a bad day , determination of finishing with a broke buggy Mc Gyver fixes on the trail . 😧🙏👍✌️💪 ,. ☯️🤔,🎯 , Nothing to big or small quick nonetheless...

[@usmclee65]

Not to many would take on that job, and even fewer could do it, GREAT JOB MATER TEAM!

[@mrmongo6722]

You guys are awesome going out and doing the repairs that most folks would bitch about doing on their garage floor. That and you take your adorable daughter out there for a daddy daughter day and she manages to keep herself entertained while you got the axle swapped out. 🍺

[@justbe4481]

Hands down the best off-road recovery guys content on the tube ..

[@jcar1417]

I don’t know of anyone that would even consider a full axle swap on a trail much less make it look easy. Never cease to amaze

[@ramongallegos4027]

It's cool to see a father bring a long his kids once in awhile. No fear no Gain.

[@gayle4804]

Awesome fix, awesome recovery and nice seeing Lily right there with you, great job!

[@craigmorris2045]

What a trail fix.IN THE MIDDLE OF CANYONLANDS..ENGINE SWAP NEXT. .YOUR VIDEOS are incredible. ..Rory your crew and production are second to none...your alaid back class act. Geniune ,you actually take care of the customer and his vehicle....Hope to meet you someday,but hopefully not on the trail..Everybody. Breaks down soo

[@SudoSamurai]

Yes Rory drives like the expert he is but a round of applause for his resident mountain goat Mike.

[@simplyamazing880]

I can't believe you went out in the middle of nowhere and changed an axel and it wasn't even dark when you got done. That's amazing.

[@sumosteve665]

Your skills - in the face of adversity - and in the middle of nowhere - never cease to amaze me Rory. Freakin awesome that you can pack in a whole axle and swap it out and then drive the vehicle out. That is nothing short of incredible to me. Well done Sir.

[@rudiekeyser2495]

True words my friend. Cheers Cape Town 🇿🇦👌

[@MaxNafeHorsemanship]

Now for his next trick, an engine swap on the trail.

[@ToddAdams1234]

@@MaxNafeHorsemanship THAT would be EXTREMELY impressive, but even I think that an engine swap is beyond the realm of “reasonable”.

[@MaxNafeHorsemanship]

@@ToddAdams1234 True, it may not be "reasonable", but I would bet it is possible.

[@TheTheomax]

@@MaxNafeHorsemanship that's because changing rears on the trail isn't a challenge anymore for Moab Motorsports. Great job was done by all!

[@donwilliams3626]

Another stellar repair from one of the most scenic garages on earth. Rory adds a whole new dimension to shade tree mechanic. Watching Chris navigate the trails shows she is an experienced rock crawler. Its a win!

[@jimwebb9328]

He even brings his own "shade tree"!

[@gavincregan7892]

@@jimwebb9328 His umbrella identifies as a tree.

[@Tomcat8911]

I agree..being shade tree mechanic myself..lol

[@edchenal821]

I like the fact that you guys bring us along on many recoveries and keep the scripting to a minimum. Good job. Your decision making was sound.

[@VermontScaleCustoms]

You guys are absolutely amazing. That was a killer repair. The driving and scenery were an added bonus. Nicely done, everyone!

[@KelsoCanoes]

Anywhere, Anytime.. Anything. Absolute beast mode between the offroad towing/recovery as well as trail repair! Love watching your videos. Me and my Wife had our honeymoon in Utah we came from Pennsylvania. First stop was Moab where we were guilty of taking the rental down some 4x4 trail (nothing too crazy) Those NAVTEC rigs actually passed us on trail while we were leaving Arches Park off road to get back to the main highway and the drivers and customers were laughing their asses off at us. Later in the trip we were staying outside Capital Reef state park where we rented a jeep and went from the high elevation mountains into high desert and out the Bentonite Hills, as we were crossing the creek to get on the main road there was a couple from VA and their rental 4runner buried in the sand on the other side of the freemont creek? where we had to get across and back on 24. I had a tad bit of experience getting my own rigs out of sticky situations growing up so I helped assist them. Turns out Husband wasnt familiar with the vehicle needing to be in N to get into 4 low and once I walked him through that the thing crawled right out of the wet/muddy sand no problem after they were stuck there for over an hour with no cell service and no idea company's like yours exist. After getting back from our trip I discovered your youtube and every time I watch a trail mater video it brings me back to such a happy place. Fell in love with Utah and these videos keep that fire alive! Much appreciation for what you do, you all make a huge difference and relieve so much stress for your customers. It wasnt much but I tell that story about our honeymoon every chance I get so I love the ability to watch a story like that unfold in every one of your videos! Thanks Rory, Mike, Shawn and Lily! Yall truly are lifesavers.

[@cummins198389]

Very, very well played gents! I love how Rory’s daughter goes out on recoveries!

[@kezandwayne]

Another great recovery. You're definitely my favourite recovery youtuber group. Kudos to Mike for not only being there for his mechanical skill but also his excellent video footage. Warms my heart to see Lillie running around in the background spending time with you Rory. She'll look back at these recoveries when she's older realising how lucky she was to be able to get out and see the things 99% of the population will never see.

[@palWORX]

What I like most about this channel is the split of 20% talk and 80% action. Saying what is needed and showing what is possible. With most other channels, it's the other way around.

[@dougalexander7204]

I like Rory. He’s always happy and we need more of that.

[@cliffsangelsphotography]

Whoever is editing this video is a GigaHero 💪 Very well done

[@nsbhagwat]

Justin is the man. As Rory says, Justin makes them look all civil while trail fixing.

[@tomranc]

You guys are phenomenal! And, the scenery is breathtaking! What a great office you all have! And, to top it off - Mike, your camera work is not to be outdone. Oh, and Lilly is getting so big. What a cutie! Thanks for a wonderful start to my morning!💕

[@phlashtheband4939]

D.C. or Marvel should make "Trail Mater" a superhero. May be even a comic book series! I can see Rory and crew in capes with a side kick to carry the blue umbrella LOL!

[@jimwebb9328]

Rory in tights? Hmmm.

[@jes7336]

If I were out there 4 wheeling, I would definitely make sure I had your number on speed dial! You guys have got to be like 'guardian angels' for all those who have break downs and/or need towed. You guys never cease to amaze me! 👍

[@oliverohnemus5791]

One of my favorite things about your videos is the scenery shots you show. Don’t stop!

[@chuckdworak1909]

All I can say is you guys are f****** awesome!! You guys are now my favorite KZbin channel straightforward get her done no fancy b******* thumbs up guys

[@jimwebb9328]

Nice editing. I like the fast motion work with the normal time audio, clink, clank, tap tap, ratchet.

[@PineHollowAutoDiagnostics]

Truly impressive trail mechanic skills! Very handy to have 3 winches to get that axle to line up right :) And as a bonus now you don't have to swap axles at the shop haha

[@Tomcat8911]

I agree..removed& installed many like that but no trailmator help.just sore back..lol

[@calholli]

True.. They cut their work in half by doing it on the trail-- because that would have been another tough extraction if he had to pull it-- and then they would still have to swap it anyway. They made it look easy, but that was probably quite a bit of prep work: sourcing the axle, making sure you have all the right tools with you, etc.... Also, Love your channel IVAN. I've learned so much from watching your channel-- I feel like I could graduate as an automotive diagnostic technician now; I was a pretty good mechanic already, but now thanks to you --- I bought a scan tool and I'm shopping for a scope. I couldn't believe how much I was in the dark on that stuff. Your body of work is incredible-- keep the vids coming. cheers

[@darrinstone49]

That's being a good Dad! Keeping his daughter out of the sun while you work! My daughter learned to drive the feed truck at 5 & pickups by age 6 towing me after a customers truck caught fire & burned the plug wires. Like yours, my daughter was my Mini-Me & I loved every min of it! Hauled hay while she drove ect, loved how involved she was & allowed me to be in her life!

[@everready19373]

I was just about to comment about placing the tires under the truck. The next shot was Rory doing just that. I actually said, "good job" out loud. What an armchair quarterback I am!

[@Jrryclmnjc]

Rory, another great video with great editing and scenery and real interesting recovery and great camera work. You have become my favorite site on KZbin. Always get excited when you post a new one. Keep up the great work.

[@dougbourdo2589]

Takes me back to my youthful days doing field repairs on farm & construction equipment. Nicely done.

[@kenmurray4232]

Definitely easier to drive it out. Great job on the trail fix. Customer is good to go because of off-road testing. Thanks for sharing

[@Stephen06GT]

What you call a trail fix would take some shops days to do in the comfort of their shop. Amazing work!

[@ramsreyna251]

What I love about this channel is the trail repairs. Always learn something new.

[@johnnychaffin307]

It was so nice to meet you and your crew. Thanks for taking a moment to say "HI" even though you were busy! Good work on the axel!

[@terrallputnam7979]

I cannot imagine changing an axle on the trail but it's just all in a day's work for you Rory! You are the Man!

[@deandennis2838]

Rory., you are nothing short of awesome. I worked with many degreed engineers over the years. I’m a retired electrical design engineer. The solutions you come up with are over the top. If I had suggested your solutions to the powers that be, I would have been laughed at. But behold!! They solved the problem. Don’t ever forget your roots. They will take you far!!

[@derekkuhl]

An axle swap like it is another day at work! I am impressed! That fact that it was out on the trail makes it amazing.

[@anthonylee2099]

That was amazing. Swapping out a rear axle out in the middle of nowhere! Rory, Mike, great job! The Rory Team Never creases to Amaze me. Amazing work Canvas! 🤙😎

[@shybishop5059]

Actually that was a front axle, which is a whale of a lot harder to swap than a rear axle, especially on those twin front axle Fords. I did a rear axle swap on a '69 GMC, and it took me all day.

[@jeffvallentine913]

Watching you do a trail repair like that reminds me of those guys who pull up in a flat fender Jeep, jump out and disassemble it into major components. Then reassemble the Jeep, pile everybody back in and drive it away. Maybe you're not disassembling the entire Jeep, but you don't leave things hand tight and those guys don't drive the flattie out on a trail like Elephant Hill. All things considered, time, difficulty, location, being self-reliant, I'd have to say you win. Cool video.

[@outlawbillionairez9780]

Wonderful shots of your office space. Love how you've decorated the place!! 🏜️

[@davestevens4263]

The best office even , mother natural decorated this office. Lol

[@akelagold]

The Elephant Hill office complex is amazing.

[@slimrazor2789]

The talent and expertise never cease to amaze. Another great scenic recovery by an awesome team!

[@paulgreene9997]

You guys are really remarkable - you manage to pull off the impossible in every episode!

[@joseluera5557]

Gotta say, this has turned into my favorite channel. Content, team work, video quality, bonus footage and dad shoes.....you guys have the full package!

[@Edzel2.0]

You guys are bad asses fixing vehicles on the trail ...playing on the trail or helping people that's my dream job I been going since 90s

[@FBarr]

Master mechanic on duty Rory and crew. I can’t imagine how hot it must’ve been out there. My hat’s off to you guys 💯‼️

[@DRBR-2020]

Amazing competence and capability... not in a well-equipped shop, but out on a trail. 😃

[@rodm5830]

I love watching skilled men do their jobs. You guys are great at what you do.

[@thebronzone2870]

Thanks for rescuing us again! Love how you take S.O.B. backwards just like we do on the tours!

[@jhaedtler]

The work you guys do is just amazing! I love watching it! Thanks so much for the videos!

[@michaelcauser474]

Good to see that there is now a Fantastic Five. Rory, Chris, Lilly, Mike and Shaun the missing fifth superhero. Every one of you plays an important part in your team recovery effort. Well done all.

[@bullittdog4352]

Great video..the wealth of experience lets team mater never sweat situations like this. The biggest thing Rory is you’ve got that little girl out playing in the beautiful countryside..thats awesome!

[@alans6767]

Always enjoy your videos, but the ones like this where you make the trail fix by whatever means and drive it out are the best.

[@caesar1295]

You guys never cease to amaze me great job! Your daughter looked like sure was having a good time being with her dad. My hats off to you Sir.

[@shawnlangley7482]

I know "technicians" that can't do an axle swap in a shop. Very impressive job gentleman .

[@Bonehead-Chris]

Rory, hands down the top rescue guy out there!

[@willyporter7373]

You and your team make it look easy! Even though it is often not easy.

[@warrenjohnknight.9831]

Well well now that's what I call absolutely a bloody brilliant bonza repair and service, 💪👀👍.

[@gregsmechanicshop5446]

On that trail an axle swap does look like it was way easier than the last one hualing it out!

[@bripslag]

Great video as usual, guys and girls! You make difficult repairs look easy, impossible trails a breeze, and you all seem to have fun while doing it. Loved seeing Lily working on her gymnastic moves in the background, too. 😄

[@alanknoll5540]

That was awesome. An axle swap in the middle of no where on a trail. That is a good video

[@cameronskaggs4188]

I just wanted to say the little girl in the background is awesome for doing backflips while you guys are swapping out the axle Great job ❤

[@oucimarlozano2384]

Those white sneakers and socks says it all 😂! You guys are THE BEST!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@chiefvilla3167]

Inspector Gadget and Underdog to the rescue. No need to fear Trail Mater is here. Ribs and slides on rocks but gets it up. Spins around corners like a top. And if there's no shade don't worry with the push of a button and umbrella comes out. Get it get it get it get get her done.👏🏽👏🏽👍🏽🤙🏾🤛🏽🖐🏽✌🏽🙏🏽🤷🏽‍♂️🔨🔨🔩🔧🔗🥂🍾🙋🏽‍♂️😊😎.

[@davestevens4263]

Incredible work guys . Go team mater !!!! You make anyone feel comfortable wheeling in Moab .

[@nsbhagwat]

Thanks for taking us along. Moab scenery is beautiful, period. Another job well done. To Lilly, continue practicing cartwheels. And to the team, continue saving lives and vehicles. Thanks.

[@k8ble]

ENJOYING WHAT YOU DO EVERY MINUTE, brings back memories.

[@desertvs]

I don't know if you guys planned it but it was fun watching Lily appear in the background. Your content is improving each time!

[@aaronmcconnell7358]

It makes it so nice to work on vehicles on the trail when you have the" Swiss army knife" of tow trucks great job guys.

[@paulhall170]

That gives a whole new meaning to the phrase "broken axle". Fantastic fix. It was good you have nice level dry ground, made the job a whole heap easier!

[@DownNDirty_OffRoad]

Great video!! It was nice the customer had a spare axle to make your life easier on this one!!

[@mgbv8man2]

That is a REAL rescue!

[@frankgeimer5952]

Great job Gentlemen!! It's always easier to drive them out if you can. Thanks for the ride along!

[@brucemcgowan5651]

Dam Amazing. Awesome video. Replace an Axle in the middle of nowhere. Mr. Rory. Your talents are Amazing. Your crew does a great job. Thank you for a great video.

[@chrismartin223]

I was laughing so hard when the fast forward of the start of the axle job, with the random "working sounds" in the back ground. Like you "pretended" to do some work :D

[@aliceevans3357]

Gosh that's beautiful country. I could sure spend some time looking at all the rock formations. I was watching Lily play in the background. She's such a good kid, just entertains herself, not whining nor complaining. I was watching her happily play in the dirt, dirt is good for kids, it strengthens their immune system. I pity the kids that don't get to play outside much less play in dirt. Lily has a beautiful playground. Awesome video once again, you guys make it great. Navtech sure has the right repair/recovery folks in their corner. Stay safe and GOD bless

[@rickharper1497]

Moab is blessed to have you and I'm sure they know it!! Amazing work on the trail!!

[@johnguilfoyle3073]

Well Done Editor! The Editing is a wonderful addition. The choice to use standard sound under the Fast Forward footage was cool and much more pleasing to hear the wrenching, banging, and winching that we're used to than to hear everything and everyone turned to chipmunk speed.

[@Doogle81]

Hear me out... does TrailMater remind anyone else of a Horseshoe Crab? The looks/color/headlights... and even crazier, that area they wheel in was once an ocean. OK, crazy thought for the day complete. Oh and hats off to you fellas for changing an axle out in the wilderness!!! Awesome!

[@Skiridr22]

Rory you’re amazing, swapping out the axle is allot more safer than welding the broken one. 👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾

[@aldimore]

You guys make it look easy. Or maybe it was the editing. Any way it was an entertaining day. Thanks for sharing!

[@gordbaker896]

Magnificent Scenery. I was taught to bleed brakes furthest from Master Cyl first. *Hi to Lilly*

[@garyskowbo3564]

I think it was the summer of 1972 that I first saw the Needle’s district of canyon lands, and I am amazed at the beauty every time I see it! Thanks for sharing another great video with us.😎

[@Telephony954]

Dang if that wasn't entertaining. The cam shots of Dad grunting out a repair, while watching your daughter entertaining herself in the shade was pretty cool. Thanks for sharing. Be well.

[@stephenshort839]

That would have taken me a weekend to do that. You guys are awesome. I'll keep watching you.

[@davebanks7435]

And the scenery is overworldly - love the whole clip guys

[@mclarenscca]

You alls motivation and determination, makes want to rediscover the old me!

[@vk2aafhamradio]

Good one, Rory! Great that you had Lillie along to supervise. Great that she can find things to do in the middle of the desert in between giving instructions! 😃👍👸

[@marvincarter870]

I like the way Rory says oh it's just an axle swap in the middle of nowhere! After carrying in a replacement axle that Elephant Hill is tough terrain getting in and out of and Trail Mater does the heavy lifting and thank God for battery operated impact guns! Kudo's to Mike for the work with the camera it was awesome!

[@rickbown6871]

Another great video of wheeling, repair and excellent scenery. Grew up on the farm and did a lot of heavy repairs out in the field with whatever we had on hand. Good feeling of accomplishment when you get things running again

[@John-ve3gg]

It's really beautiful there when there's a little green after the monsoons! Thank you for sharing your adventures!

[@trees4584]

Thanks for taking me along. Its like watchin a dream.

[@masterbates7016]

My favorite part about this channel is you guys are smart and use your head. Putting the tires under the vehicle your working on so of it falls it's not on you. Rory your are a good man who keeps a even head and keeps your guys safe

[@stevebowser7248]

I found that one of your most satisfying videos to date. Moab's supermen right here!

[@rjay4197]

Well……Rory and team, you broke my understanding of the term “trail repair” AGAIN! When I read the title for the video, I imagined that you would change an axle shaft, NOT the entire axle! Another excellent video when reviewed on any basis. Thanks guys.😮 🤩👏👌

[@Christopher-vf6kx]

Great editing! Love this one. Great work, great team. 👍