Scrappin' School Training Tow for David
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- Опубліковано 23 вер 2024
- David's first medium duty tow. Using our Miller Industries 4024 on a Peterbilt 337 chassis to tow a scrap truck to a scrap yard. Excellent training opportunity for me to work with David. Thanks for watching and God bless.
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It's bad enough having your boss looking over your shoulder, but with thousands of us watching too? Way to go David!
I always live as someone is watching me. That is because someone always is. It's when you think that nobody is watching, that you will be caught doing something wrong. That is the time you learn the most. I've done enough over my years to know that someone is watching. Otherwise I would not be here today. Things happen because they do. It's your choice to make the right choice.
Nice to see that David has been taught that if he takes care of his tools they'll take care of him. I rarely see anyone cleaning their tools before putting them away.
Always an immediate click seeing a new video from Ron.
A couple of years ago when I first started watching Ron, his calm and respectful demeanor helped me in assessing (and improving) my own interactions with people.
You can learn far more than towing and recovery from listening to and watching Ron.
Thank you!
David is a very level headed young man and a huge asset to your towing and recovery operation.👍
I never knew how much there was to learn to be a tow and recovery operator.
Oh Ron,
here we can see that the hardest Job for an Instructor is:
To keep the hands off the work and away from the remote. 😎😉
Great Job done. 👍👍
You see his itchy fingers too ? Almost grabbed the remote ;) Ron makes the work look easy... its not until you see "fresh" ppl try it, you see everything you need to think about and consider. And all the stress if its on the interstate with cops and other traffic breathing down your neck.... Im impressed how they do their work.
Jeggin, you have nailed it. That was a fault of mine in the Air Force at times training my Airman in computer maintenance. I loved doing the work too much myself. Finally I figured out a way to train them that was fun for both. I would "kick" them out of the room. I would go through the logic to find an interesting place to create a fault. Then I would let them back in and have fun watching them find the problem. It became a game for both of us. Oh, my boss loved it too!!!
@@klsc8510 Funny you mention that. It crossed my mind that Ron just might have set a trap for David. When he was doing his final walk-round, I thought there might have been something hanging off somewhere.
I reckon it's hard enough though, without that. It's never easy working with your boss looking over your shoulder, no matter how good you are. David did well, very well.👍👌😁
Hi Ron, this is Ron. From Minnesota. Ran into your site weeks ago now. You have become an obsession. Anything bigger than a pickup, you can drive. I have a lot of respect for you. May God continue to Bless you. As you bless people He will Bless you. Good work David! Your teacher is the BEST.
Anyone looking to get into towing and recovery you are a great mentor. Your knowledge of the business is extensive and communication with patients makes you one awesome instructor.
These are the videos I always enjoy. Over my time watching your videos watching you mentor and pass on knowledge. Have watched you teach and lead with Mike, Talon, Ethan, and now David. Your patience, work ethic and skills come out in this process. Your a true leader, mentor and in most cases a father figure to many.
Wow that's deep but true so thank you for saying it
"It's pretty far in there (wooden block)... I don't know if I can get to it". If you have to empty the compartment to get to your piece of safety equipment, you empty the compartment to get to it! Great job David!!
That brings back memories, on your back, backing off the S-Cams on a seized spring brake. Trial by fire for David, and he kept his cool.
I had to giggle when you kept telling David to use his mirrors, and he went right back to looking back over his shoulder. It's a hard habit to break, but can be done with time. He may break it with the Western Star, and that's going to be so fun to watch. Great job, David!! You have a wonderful teacher in Ron. Have a great weekend!!!
Lol. I am just the opposite. I actually failed my first Driving test at 16YO for doing just that. Using my mirrors for the backing up part instead of turning around and looking.
@@SPUPRR Yup, because you miss so much by relying just on your mirrors.
Ron should put up a piece of cardboard over the back window to help break the habit. Lol.
I was backing trailers at the age of 12. I got a job working for a building contractor at 16. The first time I backed a trailer down a driveway, through a gate, and into a garage, he complimented me by saying he had men on his crew for years that couldn't do that and where did I learn to do it with only mirrors. I told him you couldn't look back with a loaded hay wagon.
Scary thing now-a-days is the kids relying on the video
cameras to back up! They
CAN be extremely helpful-Especially in VERY tight spots, but turning & looking is still first choice! Mirrors, #2.
He'll get it !
Good Driver! Great Teacher!
I really like how you have so much patience when instructing and teaching.
I've noticed that long ago when I first started watching your vids.
It reminds me of when I used to run a couple automotive repair shops and would teach the new hires different things.
I watched acouple vids today of some guy with a tator from Jonny's tow, and the way he talks to his employee and tries to work with, and also teach him, holy cow is he a D=BAG.
When I passed my CDL test last month. It was a challenge, I would thought that I would never be able to back a tractor trailer into an alley dock, but it was easier than I thought, but one thing about mirrors is the perception is much different on the top mirror than the convex mirror, I use convex to straighten out my trailer, then I use top to keep my trailer in line with the alley dock. But it took many hours of practice and like you have said that's why we practice to be able to do it without supervision.
That was training done right. You let the trainee do as much as possible, only stepping in when necessary.
Another great video, thanks for sharing
David is such a respectful young man. ALWAYS yes sir or no sir.
Ron it is so good to see you impart the knowledge to the trainees the way u were taught and everything imparted is practical and easy to remember and do your job with ease and place a lot of safety and security from any injury. Ron keep up the good work and u will go from strength to strength .
Excellent training when not under pressure. So glad to see him clean up the wrench before putting it back.
Ron, Thanks for the lessons Im 67 years old and I learn a lot when watching your videos GREAT JOB DAVID Stay Safe
Wouldn't be a normal tow if everything would go to (first) plan. Nice chance for teaching, and it shows that no two tows are the same. I really like your quiet, patient way of teaching, Ron - ain't no better way than that. On this you had the time, as well - but from what we've all seen, you usually stay calm anyways. David's got a lot to learn (one who thinks he learned it all has most certainly not learned enough yet), but he's on a good way, and it looks like a job well done to me.
Great video, it's nice to see a little on the job training as a change, it was even nicer to see David clean the spanner before putting it away respect for tools that earn you a living is a great thnig to see in an employee.
I love how you always are willing to help your guys you are so very kind 2 God bless you
Thanks for your great videos! I'm a St. James, Mo boy living and working as a tow operator in Yosemite National Park, California. A great deal of my job requires working on small two lane highways in the mountains. I was not a tow operator prior to coming to Yosemite. I wish I had a person with your skills and willingness to train your newbies. Last winter was nerve racking trying to figure things out on the fly. These mountain highways are very dangerous. High bank curves and deadly ravines and deep snow. on a couple of occasions my small rotator started sliding as I was winching. I had to wade through chest deep snow to snatch block my truck to stop the slide. Winter will be here soon and thought of Missouri are on my mind. Stay safe driver. And Thanks again!!
Thanks Ron !!
Great job on anticipating the lights 👏 great job teaching Ron
Good job David. High praise from a good trainer and teacher!!
Nice video training Mr. David. He listens well, applies his skills and looks like he will fit right in with the growth of the business.
I remember my first days of driving the ambulances and fire trucks, it was real hard getting use to not looking over my shoulder, had no choice as there was either a wall or open area to the patient to see anyway. 32 years later I can drive backwards using the mirrors better than some can drive forward. Small correction on the comment about the Hummer H3 being manufactured by Chrysler, General Motors manufactured them between 2005 and 2010 along with the H3T (truck body). The original H1 was manufactured by AM General as military personnel carriers from 1990 till 1998 when GM bought them out.
You are a good trainer also you are passing everything what was pass on to you keep up the great job that you are doing and keep the videos coming continue to stay safe
Very David you listened to your instructor and followed directions very well you'll do good in the towing business.
Great video Ron.. You have a lot of patients while teaching David. You let him try to figure it out by himself.
Having done a lot of training, one of the hardest things is watching someone take fifteen minutes doing something I can do in five. I have to be careful to let them do the job rather than take it over myself.
yep, as hard as that is , patience is the best feature to any good teacher , instructor or boss!
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Awesome job David! You are a great teacher Ron very patient.God bless
Them walking beam suspensions are still common here in Washington state. The log truckers frequently spec their trucks to have them, as we firmly believe that style suspension offers the best possible off highway performance.
I wish ALL instructors/teachers/trainers had your demeanor while instructing individuals with learning techniques!
David is one lucky guy to have you a a tutor. Your attitude towards him and his towards you...excellent!!
On his own is the best way to learn, specially when you have such a good teacher just feet away.
Evening Ron, I've been watching you for about 6 months now and it's so nice to have something I can watch with my kids that is PG as they say. I appreciate how you keep it clean and share your thoughts and explain why you do something and acknowledge that there are other ways to do it. (Lots of ways to get to 10). I've seen several videos with your son with you and now your new hire. You definitely have the patience to be a teacher and allow them to see how and why you do things the way you do. Keep up the great work, stay safe, and God bless.
Love your patience in training. Step by step. Asking David questions. Always encouraging.
I like David's ethic alot. He seems respectful, and eager to learn. Hopefully one day he will be a tator specialist. He could very well be the next Talon,given time.
I love your videos. My Daddy drove a wrecker when I was little and I have always been fascinated by the math/angles/engineering that goes into recovery.
You are a patient mentor and set a wonderful example not only with your own staff but the people you encounter on your runs.
Stay safe and may God continue to pour His blessings upon you.
Hey, I know I missed class- but I answered all the questions correctly. Always good to take time and train when you get a chance without being under pressure.
Your a great instructor Ron, it's the best way to safely learn . He is a lucky man to have you passing on your knowledge .as you say you will never stop learning
Training opportunities don't come up often so you take when you can & this was PERFECT! Your a great instructor Ron & David did do a good job. Just needs to learn to use the mirrors more lol. Next time you do training ron especially in #10 put a pice of cardboard or something on the back window FORCE your students to use their mirrors lol . Just my idea though 🙂 Keep up the good work everyone & God bless EVERYONE down there at Midwest Truck
I was thinking the same thing for covering up the windows.
"You may have to get your hammer" - Ron Pratt, Midwest Truck. "Every tool has a hammer side" - Eric O, South Main Auto.
Perfect training ground. Nice and safe.
David is good help from what i have seen . I am certain he will get so much better with your help. I drove a light duty, a one ton and had no instruction whatsoever. I was so young i wasn't even nervous. Dang scares me now how little i knew!!
I learned how to operate a modified 5130 at 22 years old. As long as you stay determined, patient and let others teach you, you can learn almost anything. Ron seems like the kind of guy you’d want to learn from and work for.
Great instructor, you’re very knowledgeable and it shows
I'll never use all I've learned , however learning how you do, what you do is so much fun!
Young David. your a good fella. Trust your instincts, if a car is setting off your spidey scenes it is a good thing to pay attention. You have yourself a good teacher there do everything to take in all that you can and don't ever stop asking questions. As for that split rim, in Australia we call them death rings. Playing with one of them is like playing with the pin on a hand grenade. It will either be the worst day of your life or the last, just don't mess with them !!
This is the best opportunity for David to have an instructor like you Ron. Ron treats everyone with great respect and like family. Wish David the very best of luck in his towing service and God bless you all. Stay safe
Wow, David! That was fantastic!
It's funny how the mind remembers things..like helping my dad change brakes on his trucks over 25 years ago. Still remember that popping sound when cranking springs to tight (you'll learn David), to saying out loud grab a 9/16's when Ron mention backing off the slack adjuster, then hear him say it.
Nice job David! Great teaching Ron! This is why you guys are professionals.
I love that you are teaching David and teaching him how to go home to his family safe
David did a good job, you are definitely a good instructor. Safety is important, thank you and God bless you and be safe my friend.
After watching you a number of times doing the recoveries and such, i feel confident enough to go out and do them now Ron. You really are a good teacher. I have learned so much from you.
A good teaching job Ron and David you did a good job as well one thing for sure you asked questions if you were not sure of something, Ron hope you your family and the Midwest crew have a good and safe weekend
Hey Ron. I am going to say that you did a very good job at teaching David today. And David did a great Job with a great teacher like you. Keep up the good work. And God bless you and your family
Your videos are the best on youtube! you all ways are teaching me new ideas for towing.
Always best to use your mirrors, in tight spots you’ll only get better, thanks for sharing, I personally hold an CDL with Endorsements
Ron, you are a very patient and helpful instructor.
Hat off to you Ron for teaching that young man the correct way safety first. Nothing like a Century wrecker. I worked for one of the Largest tow companies in the USA B&T out of Detroit MI.
Ron, you obviously have a very good understanding of how to effectively teach your people to do the kind of work your customers have a right to expect from Midwest Truck. Train them well, treat them right, and you will have good workers for a long time. You've said in the past that you don't have many openings come up, and this is why.
Ron, such a good teacher! I'm glad to see David is coming along so well. You'll have a really good employee to add to your family. God bless you, your family and to all your employees. Stay safe, slow down and move over. Thanks for the video. I always look forward to them.
David is well on his way to being a professional driver, great to have such a skilled mentor like you Ron.
Great training video. Will serve well for future students to view as well. In using mirrors while backing I always remember towing large cargo planes while in the Air Force. We used to back them in to dry dock for jet engine repair. I had a tail walker, two wing walkers and a guy up front. The first time I did that I was one nervous puppy. Good memories. With trucks, vans any any heavy trailer it is always good to use mirrors. Fun times. Be safe my friends. Blessings.
You do such amazing job teaching people the trade, I hope they realize how fortunate they are.
A great teaching moment for David. Job well done. Hope for many more jobs well done.
David is the help you have needed.
David seems like he is going to be quite the asset to the company!!!!kudos to you Ron for teaching him the old way by doing the task at hand!!!!!glad you got to put out a show even though it wasn’t a big or high pressure job!!!stay safe out there!!!
Ron you are a very good and patient teacher.
i think he has the best person training him god bless all
Great training video Ron. Never take the brackets off the chamber unless caged or you won't talk about it to anyone. I had a air drier blow in my face full of alcohol where it froze up everytime I hear one pop I still jump and that happened back in 97 safety is very important.great video.🇺🇸🇺🇸👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
God, I wish there were mentors like Ron in this world
I love seeing a teacher teach lessons on real world jobs. I know the student gians just as much from the teacher as the teacher dose teaching the student.
Great video, I’m newer to the tow and recovery business but I’ve been watching your videos for years and I’ve learned a lot so thank you. And the h3 was made by gm and shared a lot of parts including most of the frame with the first generation Colorado. Stay safe out there
A lot of training is to teach the student “how much is enough”. You can learn a lot from books, videos and classroom, but there is no substitute for hands on experience.
I'll give to you Ron, you are a great instructor. Ive learned a good bit just watching this video. Great job Ron
I will definitely enjoy watching David at work. Has a great teacher.
You are very patient man and a very good teacher Ron
Excellent teaching skills, as well as a good opportunity for some OJT.
You did a great job teaching him! Especially giving him things to think about while he was doing this one and what to look for when he does other jobs. Always love your level of professionalism in how you interact with not only your staff but also LEOs, Fire and Rescue personnel. Well done as always!
You learn more by your mistakes than when everything goes perfect, so long as no one gets hurt.
Good time to learn. Next time might be pouring with rain and in the dark (and puddles under the vehicle being loaded).
Stay well, Stay safe.
Hi Ron your a very good Teacher you guys did a Awesome job. Keep the videos coming.
What a fun video. Thank you! You're such an excellent trainer. For what it's worth, when David started backing up to the Ford something told me, "Ron's going to tell him to use his mirrors."
well done to him for his attention and listening to instructions....
Sometimes hearing thuds, grunts, ect., will tell you you have succeeded, as well as sight and feel.ove the way Ron says,"can you feel it?" The brain will remember it.
Mr Pratt I know it's hard to do a training day when you are use doing things as soon as you get on the site that's take discipline continue to stay safe God Bless
Ron you sure missed your calling as a teacher!! I know you love your work but man, you are a natural!!!
Ron, I had the funniest thought. When I was about 8 years old, I can remember my Dad teaching me how to hook up, not one, but a team of mules when plowing corn and cotton on your farm in Richland Parish, northeast Louisiana. It was a big difference plowing with a team of mules.
Such a good mentor and person to be around. Ron has the patience and personality to be able to teach a monkey how to run a truck.
JUST like those of us with AUTISM that are "Normal Functioning" with Learning Disabilities. SOME of us learn better by being taught HANDS ON style. We catch on VERY quickly. Good job at teaching him HANDS ON. IF I was down on your area and WANTED to learn about doing SAFE RECOVERY TOWING, you are who I would want to teach me.
May God keep you and your family on this beautiful Christmas day. Just watched your Christmas video. Very nice. I look so forward to your videos Ron and may you always be blessed by the good Lord.
Good job David!!! You had a great teacher too tell you how too do things!!!
Well done David I think you are going to become a very valuable member of the business
A great trainer always has patience and is willing to let his student make mistakes. We learn better when we mess up.
As far as backing with mirrors when my dad was teaching me. To drive he put a bag over the rearview and would stop us Everytime we would turn our heads to look out the rear. Of course he drove trucks for 50+ years. He wouldn't let drive automatics until we learned standards either. Said we never knew when we might have to drive something different.
Ron to help with not looking over the shoulder when reversing a very simple blind could be pulled down over the rest window then they have to use the mirrors. Great informative video,David is going to be an asset to your business.Stay safe and take care.
Thank you Ron and David Nice Job, I always Say Practice makes perfect 👍🙇♂️ Stay Safe
From one old tow truck driver to another thank you
Thank you for taking the time to do these. I really enjoy learning from you.