THE SCARIEST DRIVE I'VE EVER DONE | DRIVING TO ALASKA
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- Опубліковано 30 вер 2024
- I had to drive the Duffy Highway on my way north to Alaska in January, this is the most nervous I've ever been with the truck house... slick ice roads and mud tires don't mix well... this is part 2...
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Hi Tim - I’m waiting too. Won’t text you since it’s 4 hrs earlier there & you’re sleeping! Love Mom.
Hey you! I'll call you this week, almost back!:)
@@TruckHouseLife -I’m sure you mom has been nervous for you as well, that was a sketchy drive for sure, good thing you had the chains … keep in trucking safely 🤟🏼
Hi Timmy's mom. You did a damn good job!
Hi Miss Johnson
@@TaylorHomeCare yes Timmy’s mom… you sure did do a great job 😃
I watched this entire "series" yesterday catching up as I haven't had much time for youtube lately. Some great stuff and a cliffhanger every time!
I would've had to take valium if I was riding with you. There is no way in hell I would have driven it myself. I'm fairly brave for a woman but, there's no way would I take on those mountains in the snow pulling all that rig. Good job, Timmy.
lol
My anxiety is off the chain 😂 and I'm drinking coffee sitting on my couch watching you you are hardcore Timmy be safe man you'll be there before you know it!
I also live in a box truck. I would wait it out, drink coffee and watch UA-cam. :)
Timmy! My man wondering what type of boots you are rocking would love a pair for myself thanks man
Steiger Mukluks!
If your "extra crazy" you can double the cross chains to create MORE consistent traction. I have done this for my skidloader chains. Additonally, with your over sized rims you might be able to use an emergency chain. Which are quicker.
On the black ice (and reg ice) you can go 2-3x faster with cables. They are nice to have in your arsenal ...AND they would clear your rear spring issue . SSC brand is what we generally use.
I have a 7.3. I'm surprised how easy he starts his truck with the cold.
probs has a block heater to aid his glow boys. his truck looks pretty trick
I know, mine will crank for days in 40 degree weather 😩😂
It's hard to comprehend that was a sketchier drive than a rocky road with a drop off of a few hundred feet but I believe ya! Thanks for the ride!
That hill has a 19% grade going south into Pemberton...hell of ride going down.
Wow you are a awesome driver buddy. Know what you talking been there done that lol 🇨🇦🛠️🇨🇦🛠️
Tim i feel you have kinda understated the importance of "being prepared" fueling up at nearly every chance, having a very good stockpile of food, having chains for the truck [i feel chaining up one axle on the trailer would have been prudent] and being very cautious. you drove on roads in conditions that kill people and made it through safely. great content and keep it coming!!!
Yes Timmy did a great drive, I was waiting about Chains on trailer, Timmy said he just had one sit of chains, This was Mouth or More ago, So Timmy made it & truck, Great Video, Thanks Timmy, God Blessings from Iowa, USA
Yup I try to be prepared haha.
Yeah, camera doesn't really catch it...but when you hit that first hairpin ...yeah, I kinda got a Pucker Factor ....jeesshhh.
Well Done, Sir! Like a Professional!!
White knuckle ride and wasn't even with you 😆. Thanks Florida Joe
I ordered Tires for my Sedan and they sent me the wrong width. Maybe they don't have the exact tires so they think you won't notice? I grew up in Colorado and learned how to drive in snow and Ice, pretty simple: Drive slow and use your gears instead of brakes to control traction and speed. I am always shocked (not) at all the people that would drive 80 mph on dangerous roads. Then you always see them in the ditch after they pass you. Next time you are in the lower states come sit in with my band in san francisco.
Definitely a scary drive that Highway 99 from Whistler to Lillooet always in the winter especially this year due to a slide, avalanche and ice and snow weather. Glad to see you made it through safely!
When you think you’re going slow on Ice/snow..
GO slower
Keep em coming Timmy! This channel is becoming my favorite thing to watch everyday!
right on!
That looks pretty intense. In some ways all that extra weight actually helps with traction. Does the trailer have brakes? Still beats walking along side a donkey like the olds days!!!!
no trailer brakes
@@TruckHouseLife ouch....
@@TruckHouseLife What? How is this allowed?
@@ThommpsenIt’s not. If you want to be dumb, ya better be tough.
❤️ your channel.... be safe... I'm n lower 48... always wanted see Alaska.. keep posting... God bless buddy
When a driving instructor in a 4WD and chains says the roads are bad then you know it's bad.
Timmy, you've got to start giving an itinerary. I am sure people watching wouldn't mind helping you out with a place to park, suggestions to cool spots, or a hot shower.
If he's in a bind he can always ask on the community tab
too much info;)
Good video. Keep on trucking homeboy
😳 I’ve got white knuckles just watching You drive in that mess Timmy… no way would I attempt that… NOT this girl. Be safe out there 🥶😳❄️👍😎
Let your tire air out on a block and chain up, re air and then they will be firm and travel faster. :)
I enjoy your videos, and life outlook, but as a trucker with 3 million commercial miles, I can't begin to fathom why you would leave a perfectly nice Southwest environment to hot hoof it to Alaska in mid winter.
Now your butt is puckering with every mile, and that ice heavy trailer is a real encumberance in trying to make it up steep grades and icy twisties.
It makes for cool videos for us, but dude: what were you thinking?
Michael Rzewuski
Had to get home to AK.
🙈🙈🙈 I probably would of just lost my shit and walked down that pass. Lol glad you made it safely
downhill driving on ice is the absolute worst
i'm a truck driver, I haven't done long hual long but I haven't seen a grade more than 6% so that's probably why you didn't see any semi trucks, I doubt they would make it at 13% grade, thats fucking nuts
Looks like the road was pretty clear to me. Why not just use snow tires? In Canada this is considered pretty normal conditions. Pretty much everyone would still drive their FWD Prius in this no issue.
Didn't have snow tires.
You’re bad ass Tim!! I’ve done the AlCan a few times couple times in the winter… but driving the truck house up the Duffy in the winter? Pulling a trailer??? Superbad ass!! Good luck on your travels ifn we cross paths I’ll be sure to buy you a cup of Jo!!
Timmy, sure feel for ya as where I live all the mountain road ridges are Marked 13% grades but by STATE Law they can only post them no more than 13% Grade being they are really 14% & 15% Grades. I Have 3 Mountain Ridges to go up & down & each one is 4 1/2 miles up & 4 1/2 miles down with hairpin turns in each of them up & down. Every time it SNOWS the ice is sure to follow under. been driving these roads for decades & always on a wing & a prayer. Like you, put in 4 wheel drive always a must & down load my gear & 5 mph is a speeding trip feel. 60 miles To the WEST OR EAST it is the exact same. One time coming back from a trip to the EAST was going ok until was coming down the last Mountain Ridge & started off ok then hit the worst solid BLACK ICE & caused to turn sideway for 1/4+ of a mile. I used ever coping skill & with no guard rails riding on the edge with a 940 foot drop off & finally gaining control to move forward. When got to the bottom of the road I stopped & peeled my fingers off the steering wheel & got out of my vehicle & took a piss. Left my motor running & drove on to the Mountain house & that was back up at 3450 feet with snow. Got unloaded & into the house & thanked my lucky stars & many Amen's. Watching you with chains on, take on that road gave me Nerve-Recall & I sincerely wish you will not take these kinds of roads ever again as you survived this time Timmy & so thankfully so but it is just not worth the risk factor in life. You have enough accomplishments in your life to have the brag'n rights of roads with Snow & Ice Travels. Hey, the Sandy Roads & Gravel & Dirt Roads should be enough to deal with in life's journey in the Warmer, with NO SNOW times. Over the years to many semi-trucks & cars & pick-up trucks on the Allegheny Mountain Ridge have gone to their doom from the Hairpin turn drop'n over at 890 feet drop off. They have looked at the Atlas Maps & today that lady that talks to ya & thinking it is a short cut not knowing the Steep Grades of reality & never made it Home. The state finally only did flashing yellow lights for brake check & pile of dirt at the Hairpin turns. That helps some but has never been a 100% cure for others. From late SPRING to early FALL one only has to be concerned about their BRAKES & to DOWN-GEAR going down or up the Mountain Ridges. I just won't get out when the Weather Reports from many of them call for SNOW OR ICE OR BOTH anymore. Take CARE Timmy. always, Tommy :-)
LOL Those passes are Steep and Curvey Right.
I use to live in Alaska.
The drive from the lower 48 thru Canada's Rockies are fun...
Glad you made it through those sketchy sections, my girlfriend and I visited Lillioett last spring and that mountain pass is sketchy any day let alone in the winter! Well done man and im glad you're safe, love the channel, keep on trucking my friend😊✌🏼
I realize this trip is already finished. But if you backed the Samurai on that trailer it would allow you to reduce some of that tongue weight.
Can't back it up, new episode shows why;)
went thru there on the other side of the Duffy lake.. same conditions.. got stuck trying to get up a steep glazed hill.. Long story .. scary slippy. 400 hundred foot cliffs, no curbing.. got home but scary.
In a 4-wheel, I was always taught "chains on the front". Why? Because not only do they give traction, but on the front, they also give directional control.
Some risks shouldn't be taken. Gotta consider the consequences if things don't pan out. As a pilot of experimental aircraft, I'm used to evaluating risk and deciding go/no-go. But I don't think I would have done that pass. Bad weather that can render your vehicle completely uncontrollable in hazardous terrain is not a risk I would take. That sinking feeling in the pit of your stomach should usually be listened to. Drive safe, Timbo.
Nice job driving for the conditions. Take it easy and you'll arrive alive.
those chains are still on wrong... the "hooks" of the cross links are supposed to face outward to keep sharp edges away from your side wall. They do offer low-clearance chains/cables which are lighter, smoother, easier to store and easier to put on, but on roads like you covered, still give plenty of traction. Those v-bar chains are good for snow covered roads or off-road. Much too aggressive for cleared but icy roads and that why it such a miserable ride. In California, DOT requires chains on commercial trailer axles so they can help stabilize things on the down-slopes.
Cayoosh reminds me of Red Mountain Pass on steroids! Wow, the places pioneers built roads 😁
I have a set of normal chains, I wonder if I should get a set of V-bars as well. I likely won't need them in Texas but it doesn't hurt to be prepared. People were caught off guard during the last snow-apocalypse. I my truck is a manual so I don't have to be as worried about trans temps compared to an auto.
And people wonder why i don’t drive home to NW BC too often. Hmmmm … got sick of doing that drive twice a year. Safe travels and good luck
Air down the tires, jack front end up,, crank chains tight AF, air up. They'll be ready for faster speeds.
That looked fun but wouldn’t want to make a habit of it 👍👍😎
I'm glad to hear someone else consider the past when dealing with what is really a minor inconvenience. 5 mph in a heated cab is a helluva lot better than in a Conestoga or on a horse.
Glad you made it safely.
fact!
easy to take for granted.
we are definitely fortunate to have this technology.
those of us who are allowed to know how to manage it, that is.
Duffy lake is a nasty drive this time of year. Would not doing it pulling anything. If your trailer has brakes would highly reccomend chains for it as well.
If you want that auto to survive you need to shift down into first. Lock the converter up. Use 4L if needed. The whole time the converter isn't locked its building heat.
You're nailin' it brother, slow and steady. Great videos, Probably a good stiff shot of some Canadian whiskey tonight once you're all settled in, you deserve it. Cheers!
I drove that same bend on 99 this past April - that was scary without snow! A bit further on, there were very steep climbs and drops - pretty sure my brakes were failing on one slope, and I had to pulse and pull over to cool them off. Beautiful scenery, if you make it out.
It's no use to you now but when the studs on the rear axel wheel hubs are long enough maybe get some wheelspacers? Then you could use chains on the back as well.
I DO NOT like driving in conditions like that and I'm a born and raised Idaho boy. It's just never gotten desirable to me 😁
Hope you made it safe without issue Timmy. Been thinking about you man. God bless you.
You Missed His Live He been in Alaska for Mouth or More, Timmy Okay & His trucks Made it. To Me nice see His Tripe, Great Videos Timmy Thanks You
Tim, I appreciate you taking us on your adventure and being safe! Love your stuff!
Good thing you put them on the front ! You wouldn't make the switchbacks downhill otherwise. Good driving !
With respect, Why was that scetchy, regularly driven much worse in a 2WD motorhome
I love my wheel adapters, (had same issue on used rims i bought but didnt check ford 8 lug pattern and inset was off.. my 1986 has late model lug pattern now.. they spaced my rim out now... Great Videos!!!!
Please have a trip over the mountains God bless 🙏❤️
Could get some wheel spacers for rear wheels so could use chains. Would probably make rear end more stable with house in bed.
I have to say, I stopped breathing a couple of times. A nightmare when you don't have any control. Nice one Timmy
OMG i am on the edge of my seat watching your video crazy drive just sayin lol.
Young man, chains work better on the front of a 4x4 anyway. Safe journeys.
fwiw those 'tire socks' get good reviews and they would have no problem fitting your rear tires
When you only have one set of chains and four wheel drive. Chains go on the front tires. Better traction and steering control.
Watching you drive those icy roads in the mountain passes brought back a lot of memories of my years driving my 18 wheeler in those conditions and the work out I got chaining up. All your videos are awesome, keep them coming and safe travels back to Alaska!
This a Mouth or More behind So Timmy been in Alaska on live, So I know Timmy and trucks are Okay
Seems like a normal day in bc. Welcome. Separates the men from the boys. LOL
I would buy better winter tires to put chains on pick up is overkill especially heavy duty chains lol
Some wheel spacers will fix your offset issues and I'd def get another set of chains so you can run them all the way around
advice- get a narrow set of bfg all terains for the snow. thank me later. and by narrow i mean the most narrow tread you can find/ fit.
need different chains and chain binder i use them all the time here in the sierras with 4 feet to 8ft of snow storms i go 25 to 30 with binders and proper chains those are shiite...
I used to drive to Lilliwoot to go ice climbing in winter.... serious sketch on the roads there
Man I was having sympathy stress. Hope the rest of your trip is less exciting.
Honestly having those chains on the front probably was for the best for that descent!
You want chains on your fronts tires if you have 4wd, it’s better to pull then push
Great real life drama👍☮️❄️
I like my chains on the front of my four wheeler but I don’t tow
So now we know that chains work fine on the front wheels of a Ford 4X4 pickup truck.
I had to change my underwear, just by watching this!
I'll buy ya breakfast when you get to Delta Junction.
Pssst, you driving to fast with chains, 20mph max.
BTW, I drive a 2 wheel drive Ram 3500 diesel dually up here year round.
Made it home already;)
Glad to see you made it safely thru. Hopefully you won't have to put the bracelets on the 7.3 all the back home. Good luck
Try accidentally driving on a one way driveway to a transvestite house thinking you’re picking up a table off Craigslist. That is the scariest drive.
bahahaha!
The truckers are at Ottawa truckers convoy for freedom
I drove the Alcan in about 1980 in an old Ford F 250 . Leaving Tok, it was 60 below zero thermometer temp.
Drive for hours, and NEVER saw another car or truck. At those temps , to slide off the road and get stuck would have meant certain death.... Now that was a scary drive ...
Nice haha!
Holy chain! The something going on is the bad driving...you can't pass flying on a slick road like that 😵😵😵 I have driven in many cities and believe me, Caracas, for instance, is crazy...we don't stop at red lights when we make sure nothing is at sight we just go 🍹and everything is safer for a pedestrian than a pedestrian crossing 😅...never crashed the car...here in montevideo I drove a taxi for 4 years, never crashing either...the other drivers...all men...crashed everytime...not saying all women drive well, but there must be a reason in Brazil car insurance is cheaper if the owner is a woman 👀...they also use the mother's last name, so maybe there is something feminist about it 🤔🤔🤔. Greetings from Uruguay!!
Taxi driving sounds crazy lol.
The U Haul drivers have been out of control lately. I've never seen a U Haul driven like a race car until this winter on the eastern seaboard of the USA.
Holy shit, that pass is 1500m of elevation. Thats insane!
Whooo - that looked pretty sketchy for awhile there.
Also, is that Chevron sign really announcing 16.39 a gallon prices????
Haha, nope that'd be crazy, but it was $8 a gallon in a few places.
You can get a 1 inch wheel spacer to move those rears out to clear those chains.
Canadian Rockies no laughing matter.
My blood pressure went up 10 points just watching this and I think I might have lost part of my seat cushion ! I for one can definitely feel your apprehension on that drive to the extent I'm not going to watch the other part. I to drive a OBS 7.3 Powerstroke which is the worst vehicle I own for driving on glaze ice. Ole blue tried to kill me last year, got broke loose on a bridge (no freeze guard) and wound up ricocheting off both guard rails before getting him back under control. Wound with more damage to the concrete guard rails than Blue's bumpers and nothing more than a palpating heart and a stained seat cushion 🥴 Glad you made that pull in one piece, keep it safe.
lol sorry!
I can't believe you didn't stop and have a beer!!
I would have drank with Thanks!!
Nice work timmy!!
Hi Mom
Peace
maybe I did;)
I enjoyed the videos they're relaxing to watch
lol
Hey tim just get some wheel spacers for the extra space needed in the rear
Eh I've done that highway 99 into Lillooet a few times, always in the summer months and obviously winter is just insane sometimes with the steep grades as you come into Lillooet, also you said the name of the town right, it's a beauty place in the summer and it has a few wineries etc. Glad ya made it thru without requiring the assistance of the local RCMP, local First Nations Police or the BC Ambulance Service!
Yup tried to keep it a tame trip;)
13% grade on ice=100% pucker factor.
Working in mexico for the week, and decided id much rather watch Timmy with a cold beer than some overpaid football players in the superbowl, great upload dude loved it!! Your hitting your stride!!
I drove the alcan by myself in an audi a6 in the middle of winter and nearly died like 4 or 5 times. At one point my car broke down and I was in negative 16F for over 12 hours. I went hypothermic right before a mormon family found me and rescued me. Sometimes I cant believe I did that trip. Quattro all wheel drive is legit, and Canada and Alaska are bigger than you can comprehend.
Geeeez!
Ha I would have sat and waited until the roads were clear! 😂🤣
I was nervous for you. Stay safe. 👍
Wouldn't shifting to a lower gear, and keeping it in a lower gear, keep your transmission temperatures down? If you stay in a higher gear at low vehicle speeds, the transmission temperature usually rises.
Low range and get a higher gear. T/C lock up should engage 3rd or 4th, without that slipping. You can beat on an auto all day
yup it was in 4 low
My firts car ever Suzuki samurai 1987 white black top not like urs mine was soft top five speed 4wheel drive those things go over anything
Nice!
What tiers do you use? I see the brand but thats all.
I live in Norway and the roads you did drive is just normal road for me :D
But we use EU approved winther tiers that have the mounten and ice symbol on them. like Nokian Hakkapeliitta LT3.
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