ROTATOR V.S. HEAVY HAUL!!! 220,000 LBS STUCK!!!

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  • Опубліковано 16 бер 2023
  • Hello Ladies & Gentlemen and as always, thank you for watching!! I hope my viewers are enjoying the new 4K videos!!! Today, we have a HUGE task before us. A heavy haul truck with loaded 12 axle trailer weighing in at almost 220,000 lbs (99,790 kgs), gets bogged down in fresh gravel and mud. The truck can't go forward without getting deeper into it. And going backwards for a 12 axle trailer isn't the easiest thing to do. Throw in multiple obstacles, heavy weights, and fresh mud and you get a difficult situation. Is our Peterbilt 389X with a Miller Industries Century 1150R rotator towing and recovery unit up to the task or will we have to call in for reinforcements?? This is a long video, but there is a LOT of work to do to get this unit free from its current situation. Will we be successful or have we met our match with this one? Watch and see!!! I hope you all enjoy this video!!! Thanks for watching and God bless!!!
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  • @MGower4465
    @MGower4465 Рік тому +298

    I like how Ron periodically checks to make sure gravity is still working. Your sacrifice is appreciated, Sir.

    • @RonPratt
      @RonPratt  Рік тому +91

      Nice selection of wording there!!! Thanks for watching and God bless.

    • @JAutry
      @JAutry Рік тому +33

      ​@@RonPratt i'm curious, is that a Pratt fall or Pratt tumble??

    • @RonPratt
      @RonPratt  Рік тому +38

      @Josh YES....LOL.

    • @jareddory2155
      @jareddory2155 Рік тому +5

      @@RonPrattcan you comment here info on the headsets??

    • @afterhours21711
      @afterhours21711 Рік тому +4

      ​@@RonPratt what brand are your headsets?

  • @steelfist65
    @steelfist65 Рік тому +405

    That driver was a nice guy! 71 years young and still making it happen! Great video, Ron!

    • @steve5772
      @steve5772 Рік тому +27

      He was moving faster than me, and I'm 41!

    • @wynottgivemore9274
      @wynottgivemore9274 Рік тому +23

      I have a 77 year age buddy that does circle's around most of the guys my age at 55 and he is currently driving truck and doing renovations for a living.. he doesn't need to do it for cash.,he says it keeps him living...

    • @trainmanbob
      @trainmanbob Рік тому +14

      I am 71 today. Body totally wrecked and housebound for 3 years!!! Not sure I would swap with him driving that monster for a living.

    • @bigchevy350boy
      @bigchevy350boy Рік тому +6

      ​@@steve5772 he surely is doin well for 71 years young!

    • @Taino871
      @Taino871 Рік тому +11

      Cool to see older drivers, They are in fact Masters.

  • @barbsteward5166
    @barbsteward5166 Рік тому +134

    I admire that driver. What a rig! I can’t imagine being in charge of something that big.

    • @jfbeam
      @jfbeam Рік тому +6

      Indeed. That's not something you drive right out the gate. ('tho working for the DOT as a teen, I drove things that big - one pivot, dead center. not road vehicles, 'tho. we didn't have to have CDL's back then.)

    • @demoman1282
      @demoman1282 10 місяців тому +2

      I can, ya just close your eyes, imagine your rig, then you own and operate it, I usually do it in my sleep, called dreaming

    • @robertmayes1397
      @robertmayes1397 9 місяців тому +1

      That wrecker probably took 4yrs of college

    • @donmiller8937
      @donmiller8937 8 місяців тому +1

      Don miller

    • @colingiersberg5947
      @colingiersberg5947 6 місяців тому +2

      You may already know this but there are rigs that pull even longer trailers and carrying well over 500 tons. Texas had the heaviest load ever at 1.7 million pounds. This was a Toshiba steam turbine carried in a frame supported by several modular trailer units and was performed by Mammoet with two trucks in line on the front pulling the load, two more at the rear pushing the load and the load suspended in a steel frame. There were a total of 520 tires, the total width of the steel frame was 39', height was 18'. It traveled 10 miles a day for a total distance of 250 miles, crossed 82 bridges and was as long as a football field. ua-cam.com/video/Y4pn4a4a2lA/v-deo.html

  • @richardl4556
    @richardl4556 Рік тому +177

    Cannot imagine driving a rig like that. Much respect to that gentlemen. We all make mistakes sometimes, guess his turn was that day. My mom often says that you are never too old or too wise to do a new dumb thing.

    • @MGower4465
      @MGower4465 Рік тому +12

      Some of us stick with the old dumb things - they're easier

    • @Simon-ho6ly
      @Simon-ho6ly Рік тому +30

      Not always even a mistake, with loads that heavy.. what seems to be safe and solid ground... sometimes isnt, that amount of tonnage can do some remarkable things to the ground.. look up liquifaction its interesting but also the cause of some horrible crane accidents, like suddenly the apparently solid ground under a crane... isnt... this can happen with heavy loads too

    • @mousethefoo1230
      @mousethefoo1230 Рік тому +9

      @@Simon-ho6ly Thanks for the info on liquefaction that was a fun rabbit hole. :)

    • @carrollfranklin9807
      @carrollfranklin9807 Рік тому +6

      Mom's saying made me laugh .

    • @johnhpalmer6098
      @johnhpalmer6098 Рік тому +9

      @@Simon-ho6ly That is very true, but this is Missouri for you and the beginning of the thaw season, so stuff gets muddy on a regular basis there until about May. Even Ron has noted that on several videos, like the time he got a dump truck out of a hole around this time of year and the rotator ended up inching towards the rescue vehicle and if I recall, he had to anchor his truck to get the other truck out.

  • @alfadoofus
    @alfadoofus Рік тому +52

    Ron you have the patience of a Saint when it comes to training those two.

    • @SpookJuice-hc3ds
      @SpookJuice-hc3ds Рік тому

      He has no choice that’s his business they reflex him. If ya boss is azz so is the employees an the business
      great teaching skills!!!

    • @stefanm67
      @stefanm67 11 місяців тому

      😂😂 true!

  • @terryharvey8627
    @terryharvey8627 Рік тому +161

    Hope that driver reads this cause I just want him to know he is a heck of a driver. His company is lucky to have him. Much respect...Good job by all.

    • @kevingray7917
      @kevingray7917 Рік тому +10

      Seasoned drivers like him are now a rarity.

    • @SB-lw5xt
      @SB-lw5xt Рік тому +5

      But he’s stuck in the mud!!

    • @asdf-in2qr
      @asdf-in2qr Рік тому +21

      @@SB-lw5xt You're not going to have a career in trucking without getting in some pickles.

    • @briancleveland6115
      @briancleveland6115 Рік тому +6

      ​@@asdf-in2qr That was a very big pickle 😳

    • @asdf-in2qr
      @asdf-in2qr Рік тому +11

      @Brian Cleveland no other trucks were damaged, and the load wasn't damaged. Etc. Driver made a mistake expecting it to not be so soft... yes, he was 240k. At the end of the day, what matters is protecting your load and not hitting anything. Both he did. I've made mistakes also... probably cheaper, given what had to be done, but I'd guarantee he's likely had a less "mistake" cost the the average driver. At over 70, hauling what he was, he's no regular driver. This guy has probably gone decades with very few errors.
      He also knew what to do to get out. He knew his rig, he just happen to hit soft earth.

  • @greyjay9202
    @greyjay9202 Рік тому +202

    71, and he's still driving. Hats off to him, and he sure knows his rig. He's a real gentleman, too. As are you, Ron. You did a beautiful job of freeing him up. The two of you worked as a team. Wouldn't you know, a Snyder truck made everything that much harder.
    I hope your young helpers learned a thing or two from watching two masters at work.

    • @markfergerson2145
      @markfergerson2145 Рік тому +8

      Such delicacy with such a massive load. Although that's better than thinking you can bash your way thr9ugh.

    • @blauer2551
      @blauer2551 Рік тому +11

      Still driving because he’s making $$$

    • @dirtfarmer7472
      @dirtfarmer7472 Рік тому +10

      When I sold my truck I was 70, let my CDL & Hazmat go quickly so that I’d not be able to drive. Prevention was my idea. Truck only had 1,128,000 miles on it, it was still good.

    • @Sam590ss
      @Sam590ss Рік тому +7

      He's truly old school as they say. My dad retired at 72. I'm 47 with almost 30 years in myself. You just don't find drivers like us anymore.

    • @Snakewild96
      @Snakewild96 Рік тому +4

      True dedicated pro. Some men you can’t stop. . .

  • @larrykessler3199
    @larrykessler3199 Рік тому +32

    As always, Ron, you treat everyone with such great respect. I’m spite of being stuck, that driver is a professional in every way.

  • @TheBurnsStuff
    @TheBurnsStuff Рік тому +17

    Arthur seems like a really chill dude! I could totally sit and talk with him for hours.

  • @lsellclumanetsolarenergyll5071
    @lsellclumanetsolarenergyll5071 Рік тому +12

    WOW this trucker knows his RIG !!! Hand down he is a pro. Very well done job. Thank you for sharing it. Be blessed. We love you all.

  • @jaquigreenlees
    @jaquigreenlees Рік тому +54

    Wow, this is a fantastic exhibition of the rotator's capabilities.
    I learned something about the multi-part system in that they have locking pins to reduce pivot points when backing.

    • @Studio23Media
      @Studio23Media Рік тому +8

      Learning about the locking pins answered a lot of questions I had always had about these trailers. 😂

    • @dankinusmc1
      @dankinusmc1 Рік тому +7

      The locking pins have limits, usually we try to use them with reduced pressure on the axles in the back, or dump the bags and lock the hydraulics, instead of floating them

  • @pierredelecto7069
    @pierredelecto7069 Рік тому +53

    As a guy who is still learning heavy recovery operations I gotta say I love how you tech these guys. Asking them questions, engaging their brains, then giving them answers. These young fellas are lucky to have such good instruction.

  • @janetoakes3643
    @janetoakes3643 4 місяці тому +4

    Today is Dec20,23 and I am 84 years old ,husband passed away 7years ago.W e had a large dairy,grain,and school bus business. I was biting at the bit when he was real close to that truck. I've had to pull a thing or two. I found your channel and I watch it all the time. Can't beat it. Our business was call "A Family Affair." God Bless and Merry Christmas

  • @GlobalistJuice
    @GlobalistJuice Рік тому +22

    The confidence you bring to the scene with your tone and body language, is what separates an expert from the guy who shows-up on scene who only "thinks" he's an expert!
    I have mad respect for people who proceed in a self-assured way that expresses faith in their abilities to get the job done, and then actually do it!

  • @bertrutledge4546
    @bertrutledge4546 Рік тому +57

    That driver probably thought you were sent from heaven as easily as you got that out and as friendly as you were. Nice to help him out with the fuses. Good safe job Ron.

  • @columbiabill
    @columbiabill Рік тому +13

    Ron you are a hell of a teacher, and so courteous those boys are lucky to have you as a teacher.

  • @valearl4693
    @valearl4693 Рік тому +44

    I know these kids are just learning, but I wish they would learn to jump in and help when Ron is pulling and lifting. There is a lot of standing around and watching. Not a good look guys.. Help your dad.

    • @ramonariner7893
      @ramonariner7893 3 місяці тому

      Qaz
      ,wu3

    • @kencannuck
      @kencannuck 2 місяці тому +6

      Usually a result of lack of confidence. Ron has a lot of patience to teach which I was often short of in my working days. Subscribed.

  • @damienvillano4044
    @damienvillano4044 10 місяців тому +6

    Much respect to Ron and company for showing respect and professionalism while doing their job. This is what the world needs more of. Also respect to the driver for being courteous and cheerful

  • @LocalmotionSpain
    @LocalmotionSpain Рік тому +52

    Great video as always. Good to see the "goofballs" keen to learn and work and also great to see such a polite, courteous and friendly driver, even though clearly he's having a bad day! We all get into bad situations sometimes, but it's how you deal with it that matters. Ron analyses and explains each situation clearly so everyone understands the plan. Great team work 👏

  • @valerie80yearsago90
    @valerie80yearsago90 Рік тому +20

    What beautiful, capable rigs. Driver knew his numbers, can’t imagine hauling something so long - my goodness. Love it when Ron starts explaining stuff. Cheers gentlemen!

  • @maredickson9280
    @maredickson9280 Рік тому +30

    I really enjoyed watching the rotater and you handle this extra large job. Ethan and Gavin are coming right along, caching on to what you are teaching them. What a fine man the driver was to work with. We all hope to have such a satisfying work day. Oh and watch out for those Pratt-falls.....you aren't getting any younger! Lol! Thanks for a great show.

  • @Bolshevik1973
    @Bolshevik1973 Рік тому +13

    Ron, I absolutely love how you keep your tone calm and even and the amount of education you provide. You seem like an amazing mentor. These gentlemen are bless to have you mentor them.

  • @nobbybrown8056
    @nobbybrown8056 Рік тому +29

    What an amazing guy that driver was, you could tell he has a good soul. your team is getting stronger and stronger, with stacks of potential in the young guys. If only everyone was like all you guys!

  • @jarell1996
    @jarell1996 Рік тому +7

    i love when the drivers work with you makes your job easier . he was such a nice guy respect to him

  • @russellfidler5989
    @russellfidler5989 Рік тому +5

    You are a professional rigger and operater and a very patient teacher. I love to watch .

  • @andreacrashe9894
    @andreacrashe9894 Рік тому +9

    *Wow that rig was massive.... and the driver sure knows how to work each section of that rig. At his age (71/72) he has the experience and knowledge... and hopefully he is teaching the young ones out driving the big rigs, on how to drive them massive trucks with many trailers. Only thing is, one can never predict what the ground conditions will be like.*

    • @frelnc
      @frelnc 11 місяців тому +2

      So right. And he has to stop now and then if he's making a long haul, simply to eat or use the facilities.

  • @user-be6lj3iv7m
    @user-be6lj3iv7m 6 місяців тому +1

    I pulled off on an offramp in Kansas one time. My drivers drifted off of the concrete and got stuck. Had to call a tow truck to get me out.. I was embarassed but happy that i did not lose my truck and trailer. THANK GOD for professional ethical tow truck drivers especially ones that help big rig drivers get out of messes.

  • @edp9743
    @edp9743 Рік тому +3

    That driver was a gentleman and a class act. He knew his rig and what it would do.

  • @mfc4591
    @mfc4591 Рік тому +18

    Man that was a clearance by the hair of a gnat ! well done team. I enjoyed seeing how all of that works, very interesting.

    • @excavatoree
      @excavatoree Рік тому +3

      A gnat hair is as good as a mile. (LOL)

  • @colindavis2166
    @colindavis2166 10 місяців тому +2

    God Bless that driver. Such a genuine person, not getting in the way, offering assistance where he can. And 71 years old? Man, I'm sure he has some stories to tell. Mistakes happen sometimes, as long as no one was injured, I call that a win

  • @MikeBrown-ii3pt
    @MikeBrown-ii3pt Рік тому +8

    The Pratt falls in your videos are usually pretty funny but, I felt this one! I'm a couple years older than you and, can attest to this stuff taking longer to heal as we get older! Hopefully, you're OK.
    As always, be safe and God bless you, your crew and your equipment.

  • @josephcox4319
    @josephcox4319 Рік тому +32

    Your a busy man and it's to bad your schedule doesn't allow for you to open up a towing university as your tops in the industry far as I'm concerned. Your style of true recovery work is the best I've seen hands down and alot of people getting into the tow and recovery business would definitely succeed if they learned your techniques just wanted to shout out and let you know that. Have a safe and blessed.

    • @just_some_internet_guy
      @just_some_internet_guy Рік тому +3

      I agree!

    • @loosemoose9799
      @loosemoose9799 Рік тому +6

      I agree with you. I have watched other towing and recovery companies work and none of them are an equal to Ron and his crew. He is the master technician of the work.

    • @marlarogers9955
      @marlarogers9955 Рік тому +3

      I so agree with you Ron is hands down the best I've seen. I love learning from his videos.

  • @13thcolony57
    @13thcolony57 Рік тому +4

    Excellent job by all including the driver. As with a lot of other comments, you have the patience and knowledge to teach the young men. Tator did not let you down.

  • @morrisdennis
    @morrisdennis Рік тому +2

    Those heavy tow guys are extremely intelligent & humble from my observations...

  • @trains4one
    @trains4one 6 місяців тому +3

    I am always fascinated by the work you heavy lift/rotator recovery operators do your job. I am also impressed with how you work with your young guys, always teaching, refreshing wha they know and keeping them engaged by asking how they would handle what needs to be done. This was a great video and recovery.

  • @marlarogers9955
    @marlarogers9955 Рік тому +5

    I was very impressed with the driver of this rig and how you helped him maneuver out of the mud. good job both of you

  • @terryperrott8567
    @terryperrott8567 Рік тому +5

    Good job of everyone working together as a Team .Ron,I like how you asked the young guys ( helpers) how - where you would attach - hook to , then in short explanation why & saying it in a very calm voice, you're a great teacher Ron.
    The piece connected to the tractor ( the semi ) is called a ' jeep ' then the trailer, then the trailer stinger or trailer booster.

  • @julieerwin3896
    @julieerwin3896 Рік тому +3

    That driver was 71 years old but he knows his stuff. Ron, I hope you are alright. I saw the fall. OUCH!!!! Great team work even with the truck driver. Awesome. Gid bless and you all stay healthy.❤😊

  • @derekinhawaii
    @derekinhawaii Рік тому +4

    Ron Platt is a great trainer. Communication is great. Communication is key to keeping a safe work environment. His helpers are great listeners and seem keen to help and learn. Only one criticism on his helpers. TRY TO ANTICIPATE WHAT RON NEEDS BEFORE RON NEEDS IT. And that starts with having your safety helmets on before your work gloves. This was one heck of a recovery. Well done to everyone.

  • @KnugenMooMoo
    @KnugenMooMoo Рік тому +6

    Nice to see the Rotator doing some heavy work, now we can see her true power and what she designed for, interesting to see how you shifted it thanks for sharing Ron

  • @stefantrethan
    @stefantrethan Рік тому +7

    That certainly puts backing up with a car trailer into perspective.
    Nicely done, from both Rons, that was a fine driver to meet at a job well done.

  • @chris76-01
    @chris76-01 Рік тому +6

    He got stuck on purpose just to hang out with Ron. Lol. 😊

  • @kevingray7917
    @kevingray7917 Рік тому +3

    Well seasoned driver who knows his equipment paired with THE best seasoned operator made life a good bit easier. It was good to see the youngn's learn and not try to over talk you and take directions this good. If I'm not mistaken this is the second heaviest load you've dealt with it. Definitely in the top 3.

  • @Tom_Losh
    @Tom_Losh Рік тому +17

    Ron, it was really nice watching you and Arthur, two top level professionals, work that problem and sneak that monster out of its predicament. Excellent job! Everyone involved did their jobs as they should have. Good to see you still putting EVERYONE'S safety first.
    QUESTION: Did you get him set up with the auto-reset breaker for the 20A? Hope so!

    • @RonPratt
      @RonPratt  Рік тому +23

      We were able to get the pony motor back up and running. Unfortunately we were out of the breakers. I did give him extra fuses though and told him where he might get some of the breakers. Thanks for watching and God bless.

  • @ernestkeighley5088
    @ernestkeighley5088 Рік тому +7

    Great job Ron. Love watching your videos. The sign of a true professional is always sharing your knowledge with your crew, and also explaining the science of why you do things a certain way.

  • @CRAIGVY
    @CRAIGVY Рік тому +8

    Hello Mr Pratt , The knowledge you have do all these recoveries is so expansive, much respect to you an the family , love to watch how you all approach each recovery , such a learning experiance ,
    Thank you for all the effort to share ,
    Peace an Blessings craig

  • @dannylabonte3609
    @dannylabonte3609 Рік тому +4

    Your patience is amazing with the crew!

  • @metrobytmobile6844
    @metrobytmobile6844 Рік тому +4

    I admire the patience shown to the younger less experienced guys. Too many journeymen don't take the time to explain the reasons for doing things a certain way. This holds true on whether you're doing this, construction or brain surgery, they will expect the younger guy to know exactly what they need to do through osmosis or something.

  • @rickeyratliff1356
    @rickeyratliff1356 Рік тому +6

    Great job with that heavy trailer. You communicated well with that driver. And hopefully you the to both your son and heir gentleman learned a lot. Keep up the good work Ron and thank you for the videos

  • @leonb2637
    @leonb2637 Рік тому +2

    I like the professionalism, the craft, the patience, concern if anyone injured or killed, care to not bash the drivers, of this guy and crew.

  • @jerrykinnin7941
    @jerrykinnin7941 Рік тому +2

    Heavy Haulers are fascinating. Truly a Specialized Craft. As is towing and Recovery. As my Nannie called them.
    A Trouble truck. The truck that comes when you're in trouble.

  • @kevinbrown4892
    @kevinbrown4892 Рік тому +7

    One of your most interesting videos to date. Loved every minute of it. Keep up the good work Ron.

  • @lockedin60
    @lockedin60 Рік тому +4

    That slow steady backward pull reminds me of a job I had when I was in college back in 1975. I worked for a company called Modern Metal Products. This particular day I had to watch these large highway speed signs dry on a conveyor belt system. I think they moved an inch every 45 seconds. Mentally I was signing words to every song I knew.

  • @jeffreyeckert273
    @jeffreyeckert273 Рік тому +2

    This guys knowledge is unparalleled, grasp it helpers & you’ll go places 👍

  • @HarmanSingh-kn7wv
    @HarmanSingh-kn7wv Рік тому +1

    Ron is the definition of a real trucker dudes so knowledgeable god bless

  • @jfalcono2
    @jfalcono2 Рік тому +4

    I've been watching your videos for a few years. This is an amazing job. Thank you for sharing. Stay safe!

  • @bostarbird5282
    @bostarbird5282 Рік тому +1

    I'm impressed the gentleman is 71 and going strong. They don't build them like that much anymore. Great video thanks.

  • @user-kc7rz9bo4e
    @user-kc7rz9bo4e 19 днів тому +1

    Great thing is this guy knows his weight and he’s not afraid to tell you each and every part of it is smart man and sounds like he’s pretty smart driver to but like you say these things happen to anybody great job all around enjoy the long videos lotta work for you guys, but it’s so cool seeing these fantastic trucks and what they can do and the expertise of the drivers and the knowledge you have on what to do and where to do it

  • @scottcahala7779
    @scottcahala7779 Рік тому +3

    You and your team make it look easy. Thanks for sharing. Great job everyone.

  • @lastplacetrophy3821
    @lastplacetrophy3821 Рік тому +5

    Stay tuned! 1:17:00 for the Pratt fall!
    In all seriousness, great job Ron on getting this beast out!

  • @weedpuller2000
    @weedpuller2000 Рік тому +2

    As always you go the extra mile to get the job done safely and 😊with a great attitude. You are a real treasure! Thank you for sharing and the inspiration.

  • @Feline_Frenzy53
    @Feline_Frenzy53 Рік тому +3

    Wow Ron, what a sticky situation! That driver sure was a nice guy! Stay safe!

  • @hamshackleton
    @hamshackleton Рік тому +8

    That was a really tricky one - no overhead powerlines, rain, or stray 'gaters, though! 🙂

  • @tomwest8663
    @tomwest8663 Рік тому +1

    Two men there that knows what their doing. The driver was great and Ron, what can I say Total Professional. God bless you all.

  • @ronmandryk7135
    @ronmandryk7135 6 місяців тому

    I have to tell you, I was glued to my tablet watching your Post . Thanks ever so much for sharing,what a treat.....

  • @markwilson9760
    @markwilson9760 Рік тому +5

    Awesome job Ron. Love how you approached this

  • @henryg683
    @henryg683 Рік тому +3

    Dang guys you got my heart pumping when that trailer came so close to the bumper on the truck but made it by a hair!!! Awesome job as usual guys and thanks for sharing this awesome content with us!!!! Stay safe out on the jobs and I’ll see you guys in the next amazing video!!!! Oh and it’s great seeing the boys learning about the business and learning from the towing master RON PRATT!!!!!

  • @markwinters1216
    @markwinters1216 8 місяців тому +1

    Watching from Berkshire UK. Well done Ron , as usual courteous, polite and professional. What a great man the driver is, a real asset to his company .

  • @stevephillips9520
    @stevephillips9520 8 місяців тому +1

    Ron, I have watched so many of your videos.
    Not only are you the most Knowledgeable person I have seen on UA-cam, but you are a big hearted giving person. We need more people like you in the world.
    I did Chuckle when you busted your butt. You recovered like the man you are. Cheers!

  • @billosborne3152
    @billosborne3152 Рік тому +6

    Great work Ron love your videos always thinking safety first to your team and others.Don't know how you do it every salvage is different you are a true professional and always getting the job done keep up the good work. cheers

  • @Farm_fab
    @Farm_fab Рік тому +3

    Ron, I trained in the army with guys that went to Desert Storm and desert shield. Fortunately, I never saw combat overseas. I was a heavy equipment engineer.

  • @patcarnathan8669
    @patcarnathan8669 Рік тому +1

    I enjoy the teaching moments for the young guys.

  • @francomtz7115
    @francomtz7115 Рік тому +1

    Good smart driver cause even if he ran into trouble he new when to stop to make recovery easier

  • @Rags722
    @Rags722 Рік тому +45

    Let's see.... 1Pratt fall, 3 helmet reminders, 3 stone reminders, got to see Gavin actually run, and a perfect extraction. Nice customer that knows his stuff. I can't help but wonder what would help get the boys to wear their safety equipment. I wonder (since you were close to the shop) what would have happened if you sent them both back with instructions to send any 2 guys that were willing to wear their safety gear without being told. May be a real "learning" experience. We used to have an inspirational saying at our job, "Somewhere, someplace there must be someone that can get the job done. I was hoping it was you". Oh, and just think, somewhere there is a customer following the Cat 993K via the self contained tracker saying "Where is my delivery and why didn't it move in 5 hours! LOL

    • @wolphin732
      @wolphin732 Рік тому +5

      Make them go to an OH&S course to learn why PPE's there? And then for every infraction a dry course to do...

    • @pierredelecto7069
      @pierredelecto7069 Рік тому +2

      Lol. Nothing like paying the workman's comp insurance every month to make you become safety minded.
      Young guys are the same all over. They'll learn.

    • @tedmoss
      @tedmoss Рік тому +2

      Safety was always my main concern, worked for 8 years in the big state of Arizona all by myself, they don't do that anymore. You have to pound safety into peoples heads. As an aside, if that cable snaps, a helmet isn't going to do you much good, stay a safe distance away. When I was 10 years old, I had a drag-line snap about 3 feet over my head.

    • @garwright4563
      @garwright4563 Рік тому +1

      Very impressive. Would you share the estimated cost for your rig as equipped? I don’t know if we have anything similar in my neck of the woods. Thanks for a great 👍 video

  • @CaroleMorin
    @CaroleMorin Рік тому +7

    I’ve been reading all the comments and I’m surprised nobody has talked about sleeping beauty in the truck that was blocking the way. Man that guy must have taken a heaping spoonful of sleeping pills to sleep through all that racket! Awesome job Ron!

    • @Studio23Media
      @Studio23Media Рік тому +3

      He was in there cussing up a storm with his pillow over his ears 😂

    • @BadAtGaming3484
      @BadAtGaming3484 Рік тому +1

      You get used to all the noise

  • @loganpark7993
    @loganpark7993 Рік тому +1

    Mr Ron thank you for the video. I tend to get too focused on the task and tend to forget please and thank yous while in the heat of the moment. You sir do a great job.

  • @Snakewild96
    @Snakewild96 Рік тому

    Beautiful , still loving it at 71 …hes a sincere n can see a professional. Thank for video. Love the rotators

  • @julielumsden5184
    @julielumsden5184 Рік тому +3

    Great respect for the driver of course Ron and crew always do great work.

  • @mylonwatterud2228
    @mylonwatterud2228 Рік тому +3

    Great job men. Keep up the good work.

  • @JonahHanekom
    @JonahHanekom 5 місяців тому

    You are a professional worker and operator and a very patient teacher. I like to watch.

  • @richardlangley9066
    @richardlangley9066 Рік тому +2

    What a great driver and especially his rescue team! Keep up the great work!

  • @chrisomalley7502
    @chrisomalley7502 Рік тому +4

    Guys are sleeping, easy on the horn. Great video as always 😊

  • @Booker60510
    @Booker60510 Рік тому +5

    So Ron, I think the Heavenly Father is saying you reallllly need a Century M100 😂

  • @slopoke750
    @slopoke750 Рік тому

    Hard Working Americans. People helping people. I love it man!

  • @markmunro8753
    @markmunro8753 Рік тому +1

    Thank you Ron . That big truck of yours is pure pulling magic WOW. You have the patience of a Christian Saint.😊

  • @adrianspeeder
    @adrianspeeder Рік тому +9

    Even not driving, Schneider driver strikes again.

    • @stephenhunter70
      @stephenhunter70 Рік тому

      Some people will sleep though anything, that driver surely must be one of them!

    • @MegaLucario95
      @MegaLucario95 Рік тому

      Probably on a 34 hour clock reset due to the companies poor time management. Those 70 hours run out very quick under them as you’re given impossible dispatches on the regular.

    • @thomasfogerty3515
      @thomasfogerty3515 Рік тому

      Or swifty swift!

    • @tncountryboy06
      @tncountryboy06 Рік тому +2

      @@stephenhunter70 or else nobody was in the truck. some drivers leave there trucks when they are near home

  • @pegtor
    @pegtor Рік тому +6

    Ron, please be careful. A little fall like that may not seem like a big deal at the time, but it can lead to many more concerns as we age.
    Love watching your videos. Have been a fan for many years

  • @wynottgivemore9274
    @wynottgivemore9274 Рік тому +2

    Hey Ron,this was a great video I'm a little adhd ,just a little 😉 so there was a point I was like comeon already!!! But I settled down and waited until the end 👍☺️ yes I concur with what the driver said,if this wouldn't have happened you two wouldn't have met. That's so cool! I share the same philosophy... I think I'll be getting me some resettable fuses 👍👍👍

  • @johnbellas490
    @johnbellas490 Рік тому +2

    WOW !!! Your rotator is absolutely incredible! pulling an assembly with twice the weight of the rotator! A stunning performance!!

    • @paulprobst7728
      @paulprobst7728 Рік тому +1

      @John Bellas,
      I would kindly observe the load was more than triple Tator's weight! (if recall correctly)
      ( 73,000 x 3 = 219,000 )

  • @goofingoff6492
    @goofingoff6492 Рік тому +3

    Ron I'm not gonna tell you how to do your job but as a truck driver I will say I don't own the truck.If you had googled Schneider and called anyone in safety they would have either found the driver to move the truck or gave consent to tug it out of your way....Next time id make a call or two.They get their trucks towed everyday to and I'm sure someone would be understanding if you call them.

  • @jacquejecker4435
    @jacquejecker4435 Рік тому +1

    That one deserves a double like. It will be nice when the boys start to anticipate what you need.

  • @meyertkg
    @meyertkg Рік тому

    Fine job, it is nice to hear a wrecker driver that understands how the trailer works.

  • @UCanCallMeMrHeavyDuty
    @UCanCallMeMrHeavyDuty Рік тому +26

    Hey Ron appreciate all the videos you post. It's actually because of you I got into towing... Nonetheless is there a time you can recall where you had to have all your heavy trucks out to a scene?? Stay safe out there.

    • @Hendog1001
      @Hendog1001 Рік тому +7

      Go look up oh shift 2.0

    • @GeorgeZ213
      @GeorgeZ213 Рік тому +3

      To expand, is there a single job that had all trucks, even the small ones involved?

    • @southaussiegarbo2054
      @southaussiegarbo2054 Рік тому +8

      There was one over their awhile back that had many companies on an interstate with almost every possible truck to clear it. It made the news in Australia. Im not sure if all midwest units were onscene tho

    • @JohnHallgren
      @JohnHallgren Рік тому +13

      @@southaussiegarbo2054 there was a huge pileup (57+? vehicles) on interstate near there with multiple fatalities that Ron said his crews were there with, I believe, all the trucks but he’s not putting any of that on UA-cam.

    • @nsbhagwat
      @nsbhagwat Рік тому +11

      ​@@JohnHallgren his policy prevents him from posting videos that involves fatalities.

  • @mikemitchell948
    @mikemitchell948 Рік тому +4

    you need to put some fire in your helpers...seemed like they didn't want to be there....

  • @garryhall2964
    @garryhall2964 Рік тому +2

    Just expecting Snyder driver to show up 2 minutes after he's clear and compliment you on your great work.

  • @paullalonde4132
    @paullalonde4132 Місяць тому

    Very Nice Job Ron. I really like the fact you are very Safety Conscious, and stop to check things as you're progressing. It's also Great to hear your Excellent Attitude and see your Christian Heart. May God Continue to Bless you and your family.

  • @scottthecrazy
    @scottthecrazy Рік тому +9

    ok odd question, do the pilot car drivers have to follow the same rules as truck drivers. For example, taking breaks for 8 hours?

    • @JohnHallgren
      @JohnHallgren Рік тому +1

      Well, considering that pilots aren’t moving unless the truck they’re working with is moving and stay nearby it, by default they probably are following same rules.

    • @jasonharper2601
      @jasonharper2601 Рік тому +1

      they follow and lead the truck. the word pilot car. when the driver hours out then they stop with the truck. the purpose of the pilot car is to warn traffic and advise driver. so if the driver os hours out then they are not moving either.

    • @Embermist69
      @Embermist69 Рік тому +1

      Not sure, but I think they follow basically the same schedule as the oversized load driver. Could be completely wrong though.

    • @haloreaper1000
      @haloreaper1000 Рік тому +1

      No. Pilot cars are not obligated to run a log book. They can go as long as they want. So long as their truck they are with has the hours

    • @scottthecrazy
      @scottthecrazy Рік тому

      Thank you everybody for answers I appreciate it

  • @ArtStoneUS
    @ArtStoneUS Рік тому +8

    No difficult job is complete without a Pratt fall 🎉

    • @Kevin-go2dw
      @Kevin-go2dw Рік тому +1

      Ron should add to his instructions, avoid walking backwards (where there are hazards like out riggers).

  • @vaughnbluejr5960
    @vaughnbluejr5960 Рік тому +1

    Good truck driver & good wrecker service. Thanks Ron.

  • @nhtom8
    @nhtom8 Рік тому

    Not too hot. Not too cold. Daylight. No rain. No overhead wires. No one hurt. No traffic.
    Days like that it almost looks like fun.