I know this video is 2yrs old lol but your statement about not being able to feel if you're damaging a trailer is incorrect. You can certainly feel/hear when your forks are touching a trailer. I can't speak for all loaders but I certainly try my best to keep my forks off the transporters trailer. Loading a wedge is not as easy as it looks depending upon how high the inner or outer rails are and how much clearance the particular vehicle being loaded has. Your trailer in this video is ideal as far as wedge trailers are concerned, gradual slope and not too steep of an angle. I appreciate your video, it's actually nice to have input from a knowledgeable transporter. This actually happens to be my location that I load out of lol but this video was before my time. Thank you sir and have a good day.
I’ve made some mistakes starting out, I’m so glad I found this channel. You break things down so perfect. You should do ride alongs or some type of training for students. Thanks so much and continued blessings to you.
Still learning a lot about the car side but I’m loving it. May just be because it’s something new but I really am enjoying it. 👍 Think I’m gonna stick with it a while.
I’ve never pulled campers or RVs. I’ve hauled several campers and trailers on my flatbed but not on the wedge. I don’t have a center track to secure the hitch
So knowing what you know now about hauling freight and cars, do you feel there is a flatbed type trailer that could haul three cars and freight? Just seeing if there is way to get the best of both worlds! Ha! Thanks
If that first car were a fiat or Smart car, I reckon she wouldn't have cleared due to the wide open center on the Kaufman. One of things I didn't like about mine, some narrow vehicles just didn't fit. I would turn down UTVs and small cars due to that. But to be fair, those were few and far between. I loaded at a Copart in Avon, MN last week - simple as could be. In and out in less than 20 mins, picking up one UTV... and I took my sweet time taking pics for the customer prior to load. And, it was like 15 degrees out with ice so I wasn't being stupid fast either. Good stuff LM... ride safe out there.
Yeah that mirage was a pretty tight fit and the 370z I just hauled was super close to the inside rails. I haven’t had this trailer long but there are already several small things I’ve found that I’d change about it lol
Question for ya, with freight the shipper loads you and you strap down, right? So with cars, do they only load you when the car doesn't run? For running cars do you drive them on? Just trying to get a feel for what we'll be responsible for.
Most freight loads are loaded by the shipper, excluding some drivable equipment. Yes, I load every single car myself unless it’s inoperable from an auction and the forklifts put them on and take them off at the receiver.
That's what it was looking like from all the videos I've watched. Looking like we'll be doing mostly cars with the area we are in. I was looking closer at your straps. The straps I have saved to buy were freight straps, looking for car straps now. I had read that straps need to have the working load printed on the strap, I guess that makes better if the tag fades or rips, but I couldn't see anything printed on your straps, so is it not necessary? Just keep an eye for wear on the tag on the strap with working load printed on it?
I’m home so much more and the availability is fantastic. The money could be better but it’s still good enough for me, I still need more time to piece together some numbers for comparison.
@@dell7054 I’m consistently grossing about 4,000-4,500 a week BUT I also haven’t worked a weekend since I’ve been hauling cars. It’s not because I can’t but it’s because I don’t want to and I don’t have to lol. So I generate that Mon-Fri pretty consistently. This week I just so happened to hit that mark by Thursday. It doesn’t sound like much but here’s the kicker....I’ve only driven 11k miles in 6 weeks lol. Big difference compared to chasing freight. 👍
Not a fan of the lasso straps. I either use over the wheel or I have short 8’ ratchet straps I made from older longer straps and chassis strap the car to the trailer
4 cars feel lighter then 3 ,if you balance the load out. 3k on the front flip out 3k on the next car suv on more then 4k for the 3rd and a 3k on the last flip out. Total weight 13k to 15 to 15.5 k maxs on the trailer itself
Cool! Looks like your enjoying doing the cars! As long as the money still good that’s what matters. Got my IFTA/IRP appointment this Friday, then off to the races! Keep them videos coming awesome job!
I just had a truck loaded with forks, had him load on top since was IAA and wasnt sure, but after he loaded he said “oh it runs and drives!” 🙄🤦🏼 but guess saves time with ramps etc.
Some days it is. There’s a lot more of it around my home so the volume kinda soaks up some of the lower pay. I’d say so far I’m making about the same as I was per day with freight.
They are, I swear I always get a tire right up against a support beam and have to hook a notch or 2 away. What I really need is the swivel J hooks. It would make my life so much easier lol.
How heavy are the flippers? If not too heavy could you replace the cotter pins with quick clips and fab something below the deck to store them out of the way? I don’t haul cars so I don’t know if that’s practical or not, just a question that popped into my head.
So your comment was the reason no one wanted to load a lot at Copart and more was the the loaders are rough on the trailers and you have all vehicles that are just hail damaged so why didn’t you drive them all on your trailer ?
Some vehicles at insurance auctions run and drive but for the most part they’re not able to move. Dead batteries, flat or missing wheels, deployed airbags, no keys ect.
Well done I hope your turning P. Over the Tire Straps 👍 Yes ... Lasso Straps 👎 Not if I can help it. I check my Straps every time I step out of the truck- Small Fuel tank means Often - Never the less my #2 Car on the Slop 2 straps came lose and rolled Damn Close to the bottom car (3/4 Inch to touch). I could have dumped my blue Jean's. Careful with Lasso Straps. I swear my Jean's still feel #et🙏
If you can find some 2" or 2 1/4" inch fire hose to use as a strap protector, works great
I know this video is 2yrs old lol but your statement about not being able to feel if you're damaging a trailer is incorrect. You can certainly feel/hear when your forks are touching a trailer. I can't speak for all loaders but I certainly try my best to keep my forks off the transporters trailer. Loading a wedge is not as easy as it looks depending upon how high the inner or outer rails are and how much clearance the particular vehicle being loaded has. Your trailer in this video is ideal as far as wedge trailers are concerned, gradual slope and not too steep of an angle. I appreciate your video, it's actually nice to have input from a knowledgeable transporter. This actually happens to be my location that I load out of lol but this video was before my time. Thank you sir and have a good day.
Your videos always have me thinking of good whiskey and a cigar. Great boot tappin' music.
I cook to music just like this. Love it. Crown black and Dr Pepper here 🥃
@@LoadMizer Yes Sir!
Man I love that music I could play it all day
Thanks man! 👍
Need that sound track in my garage gym
Thank you for these videos man., I’m about to start out on my own in the next few weeks. Your videos have taught me a lot 👌🏻 🙏🏻
That awesome to hear! Good luck out here!! 👍
How did it go?
What’s the drive train on your truck and how do you like ?
I use the wheel bonnets, but car rub tires too
I’ve made some mistakes starting out, I’m so glad I found this channel. You break things down so perfect. You should do ride alongs or some type of training for students. Thanks so much and continued blessings to you.
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I run my lassp strap threw the wheel it ain't going to hurt the wheel or strap if you keep it tight and its strong
Only problem is run risk of cutting your strap on the wheel that way, but it is effective
@@richardGT87 well I only do it on aluminum wheels
Thanks you 💪👊a gross a week. with a 3 car trailer?
thanks for showing us brother
So far how you liking the car hauling vs freight thx great video
Still learning a lot about the car side but I’m loving it. May just be because it’s something new but I really am enjoying it. 👍 Think I’m gonna stick with it a while.
@@LoadMizer how do you like this so far? Does one need a CDL to start out? Would 3/4 ton truck with a 2 car trailer be a good start?
Wow, i never thought about that, i have the heavier duty flat metal with holes 🕳 but that sucks with always dealing with front lassos.
Good video LM....look forward to the vlogs they are cool!
Have you ever hauled campers or RVs since you’re close to Indiana? Have you ever put a camper on your wedge trailer?
I’ve never pulled campers or RVs. I’ve hauled several campers and trailers on my flatbed but not on the wedge. I don’t have a center track to secure the hitch
I really Love u bro!tnx for everything Sir!!
Be careful on a nice car with that lasso ring near or touching the hubcap/wheel. It will scratch it going down the road.
Copart Peoria, many times have been there.. old but good times :((
Great video 👍 sometimes those straps are tricky.
Can you use a semi to pull cars as hotshot driver
As long as everything is legal and the trailer can attach to the semi then yes
So knowing what you know now about hauling freight and cars, do you feel there is a flatbed type trailer that could haul three cars and freight? Just seeing if there is way to get the best of both worlds! Ha!
Thanks
I've been wondering the same! Versatility, less wind resistance, better stability. And a shorter fall!
So they wont let you drive the car out? Even if you brought a new battery?
If you’re the buyer you can pick it up and drive it out but they pretty much bring everything to the gate on the forks. Running or not.
@@LoadMizer thank you. I have been trying to get a clear answer to that question for a while now.
Is this a cdl or non cdl setup?
CDL
If that first car were a fiat or Smart car, I reckon she wouldn't have cleared due to the wide open center on the Kaufman. One of things I didn't like about mine, some narrow vehicles just didn't fit. I would turn down UTVs and small cars due to that. But to be fair, those were few and far between.
I loaded at a Copart in Avon, MN last week - simple as could be. In and out in less than 20 mins, picking up one UTV... and I took my sweet time taking pics for the customer prior to load. And, it was like 15 degrees out with ice so I wasn't being stupid fast either.
Good stuff LM... ride safe out there.
Yeah that mirage was a pretty tight fit and the 370z I just hauled was super close to the inside rails. I haven’t had this trailer long but there are already several small things I’ve found that I’d change about it lol
Another good one - thank you. Any idea when your next live stream will be?
Thanks man! I may try to stream sometime later this week. As of now though I don’t have anything planned.
Great video. How can I work for Copart or IAAI, there is a site to look for this jobs?
3 point stay as close tire as possible not able get hooks out tho closer 2 tire more secure it will b b safe
I’ve had a few hooks get stuck. Mainly on the far rear tire lol
Are you strictly hauling cars now or do you still haul Freight which one do you use most?
Running cars for now but I still have the flatbed. I think I’ll run cars for a while.
How did you find the link to take cars there? Thank you
Question for ya, with freight the shipper loads you and you strap down, right? So with cars, do they only load you when the car doesn't run? For running cars do you drive them on? Just trying to get a feel for what we'll be responsible for.
Most freight loads are loaded by the shipper, excluding some drivable equipment. Yes, I load every single car myself unless it’s inoperable from an auction and the forklifts put them on and take them off at the receiver.
That's what it was looking like from all the videos I've watched. Looking like we'll be doing mostly cars with the area we are in. I was looking closer at your straps. The straps I have saved to buy were freight straps, looking for car straps now. I had read that straps need to have the working load printed on the strap, I guess that makes better if the tag fades or rips, but I couldn't see anything printed on your straps, so is it not necessary? Just keep an eye for wear on the tag on the strap with working load printed on it?
THE STRAPS YOU USED ON THE REAR TIRES HAD RUBBER PADS. ARE THESE SPECIAL STRAPS MADE FOR SECURING AUTO 🚘?
Yes these are 3 point over the tire straps. They have 3 rubber blocks (cleats) that grip the tire for securement.
We run copart a lot into Dubuque Iowa.. Routleys auto! Call if you need a job?
How do you like cars so far? I.E. home time, money, and availability of cars
I’m home so much more and the availability is fantastic. The money could be better but it’s still good enough for me, I still need more time to piece together some numbers for comparison.
@@LoadMizer just average gross.. how mu h roughly
@@dell7054 I’m consistently grossing about 4,000-4,500 a week BUT I also haven’t worked a weekend since I’ve been hauling cars. It’s not because I can’t but it’s because I don’t want to and I don’t have to lol. So I generate that Mon-Fri pretty consistently. This week I just so happened to hit that mark by Thursday. It doesn’t sound like much but here’s the kicker....I’ve only driven 11k miles in 6 weeks lol. Big difference compared to chasing freight. 👍
@@LoadMizer damn that’s great. I need to start this ASAP
@@LoadMizer how would one get started with this?
Cool beans 👍 definitely different compare to freight
Not a fan of the lasso straps. I either use over the wheel or I have short 8’ ratchet straps I made from older longer straps and chassis strap the car to the trailer
What kind app do you have for them
Search the App Store for Copart transportation
Is this setup a non CDL or CDL setup
That’s a CDL setup
Time to start running 4cars,you got the flip outs
Weight is my hold back on that at this point. My rear axle just can’t scale it.
4 cars feel lighter then 3 ,if you balance the load out. 3k on the front flip out 3k on the next car suv on more then 4k for the 3rd and a 3k on the last flip out. Total weight 13k to 15 to 15.5 k maxs on the trailer itself
No more the 4 to 4.6k on the suv
But if you don't have cdl,I get you on the weight.
The f350 can pull 15 to 16k easy
Cool! Looks like your enjoying doing the cars! As long as the money still good that’s what matters. Got my IFTA/IRP appointment this Friday, then off to the races! Keep them videos coming awesome job!
Thanks man! It’s got its moments. It’s never boring that’s for sure lol.
I just had a truck loaded with forks, had him load on top since was IAA and wasnt sure, but after he loaded he said “oh it runs and drives!” 🙄🤦🏼 but guess saves time with ramps etc.
It does save a little time but one little slip and you’re sitting with a banged up trailer. All 3 of these cars can drive just fine lol
See you HAVE a winch on your trailer. Do you ever have any problems with the hook getting caught on the trailer at the back?
I haven’t used it yet. I’ve got it hooked to the frame and took the slack out to where the hook can’t fall off.
Bro the ratchets of the straps go in between the front and back wheels. Front pulls towards back and back towards front. Be safe.
Most people actually pull away. I prefer to pull inward but with the lasso I can’t, it won’t hook inside the flipper. Both ways work fine.
Hey, own the same step ladder
I use it all the time 👍👍
Is it better money than freight
Some days it is. There’s a lot more of it around my home so the volume kinda soaks up some of the lower pay. I’d say so far I’m making about the same as I was per day with freight.
I was wondering because it's hot here around Houston area
@@jeffoutlaw3457 cars or freight is hot? I haven’t been to Texas in forever.
Can you get 4 cars on that trailer?
Using the flippers yes.
LM, J hooks should be as close to the tire a possible ✌
They are, I swear I always get a tire right up against a support beam and have to hook a notch or 2 away. What I really need is the swivel J hooks. It would make my life so much easier lol.
I am very interesting get in the car on business Looking to buy a Coleman which trailer 2019 at 350 What all do I need to do to get in the business
Already have a 2019 at 350 daily Is there any way you can help me get into the business
You don't have to be scared to get the straps as tight as possible it will not damage the tires
As tight as necessary has always worked for me.
How heavy are the flippers? If not too heavy could you replace the cotter pins with quick clips and fab something below the deck to store them out of the way? I don’t haul cars so I don’t know if that’s practical or not, just a question that popped into my head.
Those flippers are probably 150+ lbs each, I wish they were lighter so I could adjust as needed but those things are an animal to move around lol.
@@LoadMizer take some of that big money wad, and get aluminum ones made ;) Loved the vid, brother.
@@geriatricginger did you see a money wad?? Tell me where it is I can’t find one 🤣
@@LoadMizer 🤣🤣🤣
canadian viewer....what is copart?
It’s a salvage auction for cars that have been totaled out per insurance. Most of the time they are wrecked and are inoperable.
So your comment was the reason no one wanted to load a lot at Copart and more was the the loaders are rough on the trailers and you have all vehicles that are just hail damaged so why didn’t you drive them all on your trailer ?
Some vehicles at insurance auctions run and drive but for the most part they’re not able to move. Dead batteries, flat or missing wheels, deployed airbags, no keys ect.
Are you @26k still or did you bump up to CDL Class A?
I’ve always been class A as a hotshot.
Excelent vídeo...
Well done I hope your turning P. Over the Tire Straps 👍 Yes ... Lasso Straps 👎 Not if I can help it. I check my Straps every time I step out of the truck- Small Fuel tank means Often - Never the less my #2 Car on the Slop 2 straps came lose and rolled Damn Close to the bottom car (3/4 Inch to touch). I could have dumped my blue Jean's. Careful with Lasso Straps.
I swear my Jean's still feel #et🙏
This is great lol
In and out 🤙✌️
Pretty much, haven’t experienced the long waits I’ve heard others talk about.
Good times...
Some days 🤣. It wasn’t raining so I can’t complain lol
LM, how do you crab walking dem triple axles? Avoid loaded U turns😁😁
I wish it had tandems so bad lol
@@LoadMizer That track intro is fire 🔥
Don't be exceeding the GVW of that Wagner, now... 😁
I had to get a sturdy one. It’s a Wagner HD 🤣
@@LoadMizer I feel ya, brother. mine creaks every time I climb on it LOL.. waiting for the day I end up on my ass.
Hey brother. Can I call you,please?I have some questions about scale
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3 pick 1 drop... lol
I guess it would actually be 1 pick 1 drop lol.
Dang car hauler lol
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your laso was done in a unsafe illegal fashion son
Please explain the safe and legal way to lasso a tire, dad.