The timer is the real enemy in Grass Roots - The Pickup. Franklin has only 2 minutes and 45 seconds to collect Barry's loaded Duneloader and get it across Los Santos without attracting police attention. Players working through side content, or checking out GTA 5 Accounts while planning a fresh run, should treat this job as a route challenge rather than a simple delivery. One wrong turn near the lumberyard can ruin the medal before the truck even reaches the main road.
Know What the Medal Checks
There are two things that matter: finish inside the time target, and do not receive a wanted level at any point. The Duneloader is parked at the lumberyard on El Rancho Boulevard in Murrieta Heights. Get there with Franklin, step into the truck, and the clock starts right away. It sounds easy. It isn't, because the obvious way out puts police vehicles directly in your path.
| Medal goal | What it asks for | Best approach |
|---|---|---|
| Mission Time | Finish under 2:45. | Keep moving and cut clean corners. |
| Unwanted Outcome | No wanted level. | Leave through the rear dirt route. |
Leave the Yard the Quiet Way
Don't point the truck toward the street-facing gate. That's the trap most players hit on their first try. Instead, turn toward the rear of the lumberyard and follow the rough dirt path out. The Duneloader feels heavy, so don't yank the steering. Small corrections work better. Once you've cleared the yard, you're free to push harder. The first few seconds are about staying unnoticed; after that, every second is about pace.
- Enter the Duneloader and turn away from the front gate.
- Follow the rear dirt exit until the police area is out of sight.
- Head west toward Vespucci without stopping for traffic.
- Use Franklin's driving skill on tight turns or crowded lanes.
- Park in the alley behind Barry's building, get out, and make the call.
Keep the Truck Rolling
The route to Vespucci isn't long, but the truck can lose speed fast after a crash. Try not to clip parked cars, lamp posts, or other drivers. Franklin's special driving skill helps a lot here. Slow the action when a corner looks messy, line up the truck, then get back on the throttle. You don't need wild driving. You need steady momentum. If traffic blocks a lane, take the clearer side rather than forcing a squeeze that could stop the Duneloader cold.
Finish the Delivery Cleanly
At Barry's apartment complex, turn into the rear alley and place the truck in the marked area. Exit as soon as it's parked, then wait for Franklin's short call to Barry. After that, walk away to close the mission. For anyone chasing full completion, the route is worth practising once or twice, and GTA 5 Accounts buy options may suit players who want a different starting point for their Los Santos progress. A calm rear exit and a clean drive are what earn the gold medal.
