Love watching the BSF crew . they know exactly what they are doing and do it safely. they also explain everything to us. I give you guys two thumbs up. keep up the good job....
You help so many people, its time people have a chance to help you in your time of need. Its a way of thanking you for your dedication to helping others. The world would be a great place if there was more that cared for others the way you do. Best of luck on your new build!
I’m fairly new to the channel so most of what I’ve seen is from the last year or so. Watching this 7 year old post is cool to see you explaining things so well. You are so genuine. For me its weirdly calming to see someone so consistent & reliable . About the only thing changed (beside your new garage is the patina on the wrecker and you have way better audio. 😄
recoveryteam maybe put an update in like 2 videos from now and let us know how much was raised so far would be cool. These older 4x4 chevy's make great projects!
First of all great video love the updates and can't wait to see everything come together. I'm the the process of trying to find a rig to build for dresser. second of all I work on big trucks ( semis) for a living and all the ptos are gear driven they are much more dependable. And most can be engaged while moving.
Why not run both hydraulic pumps? Can use whichever one works best for the situation, or you'll have a backup anyways. Also please add more bracing to the frame, lol! :)
I don't know but judging by the way he describes them it sounds like belt-driven pump is a no-brainer. However, if its ridiculously loud that could be a deal breaker.
Keep it hydraulic. I have operated wreckers for 30 years or so and I HATE PTO setups like you discussed. I like the belt driven systems much more. I would say your pump is worn or is cavitating like you said.
I was thinking the same - if you were able to put the pump back on and get some one directional valves you should be able to use the belt driven pump when moving and the PTO pump when you were stationary. In all reality though, I can see you using the belt driven pump much more because you frequently run the winch while standing at the corner of the truck.
I have a transfer case pto on my Chevy and it sucks, shifting the case into neutral means your relying on your parking brake to hold the truck in place witch for you might be a little shitty especially if your winching, I suggest you get or weld up some wheel blocks to help stop you from rolling! Good luck and happy towing!
recoveryteam My truck is an ex CN Railway truck it has buttons and leavers that I have no clue what they do! Don't want to mess around with it to much and screw something up!
i think your wrong on the PTO if you engage it it will work on either side of the transmission. I have had both on my 1 ton one ran the front winch and the other ran the back winch.
I have the hydraulic system your new truck has, it is the biggest pain in the ass! I don't think you will be able to operate the wrecker going down the trails like you did, the pump just wont be turning fast enough. I always wondered what you had in the old truck, now I know.
old man You are correct! I hadn't thought about it until I read your comment. If the pump is run of the t-case input gear, and I am creeping down the trail at a blistering speed of 5 mph in low range the PTO gear will only be driven at about twice the RPM of my driveline. Thats probably to slow to build good hydraulic pressure.
The system sucks when you are running in 2 wheel drive, but when you are running in 4 wheel drive it can be almost imposable to put the t-case in neutral with out pulling ahead and backing up to free up the tension so you can shift it. More so with your big tires and in low range. Then you need to kill the motor to put it back in gear with out grinding the shit out of the gears! Now I know how you did it, that is going to the top of my list of things to do, as soon as I can afford it. Thank you!!!
You all have been great to watch and I cant wait to see the new wrecker come to life!
Love watching the BSF crew . they know exactly what they are doing and do it safely. they also explain everything to us. I give you guys two thumbs up. keep up the good job....
You help so many people, its time people have a chance to help you in your time of need. Its a way of thanking you for your dedication to helping others. The world would be a great place if there was more that cared for others the way you do. Best of luck on your new build!
Thanks for all the videos. Can't wait to see that new wrecker on the job.
Thanks for awesome videos and supporting people who love our sport!!!
Dude, you are awesome !!! Love your towing videos & the buildup of the new wrecker !!!! Makes me wanna hurry up & get working on my Ram !!
You and your team are very good folks. I enjoy your videos and your clever recoveries.
I'm hooked!!
Miles K.
Love watching these videos! Hope all the money you raise helps to keep this rig on the trails for years to come.
Here's some beer money for you and the BSF crew. Good luck on the "reincarnation" of the wrecker! Keep the vids/ updates coming!
pjf1313 Thanks!
Keep up the good work. Love your videos
Found this team awhile back, thought they were darn good at what they did, so now I wanted to see where the tow truck came from. #1AWESOME. 🇺🇸
I’m fairly new to the channel so most of what I’ve seen is from the last year or so.
Watching this 7 year old post is cool to see you explaining things so well. You are so genuine. For me its weirdly calming to see someone so consistent & reliable . About the only thing changed (beside your new garage is the patina on the wrecker and you have way better audio.
😄
making progress! Sure makes life easier pulling off that whole front clip when pulling out engines.
Thanks for all the entertainment over the years.I loved it when seatcover was helping with the hydraulic pump so here is 25 dollars.
mrbakerskatz Thank you!
cant wait to see more vids of that truck taken apart.and the new one getting built
Love the update video's keep up the good work
Lovin these videos! Hope to see more of the build.
I like the garage, it reminds me of mine.
Well he honest fo your thing cowboy!!!!!
love it keep up the work!
Donated $5, can't wait to see the new Beast! Thanks for the vids
Thanks
recoveryteam maybe put an update in like 2 videos from now and let us know how much was raised so far would be cool. These older 4x4 chevy's make great projects!
Paint the new wrecker white with red bsf stickers
Looks better then dull old red
And stands out more
First of all great video love the updates and can't wait to see everything come together. I'm the the process of trying to find a rig to build for dresser. second of all I work on big trucks ( semis) for a living and all the ptos are gear driven they are much more dependable. And most can be engaged while moving.
Awesome!
I remember you building that motor and installing it!
engine driven pumps are much better trust me
good stuff
Why not run both hydraulic pumps? Can use whichever one works best for the situation, or you'll have a backup anyways. Also please add more bracing to the frame, lol! :)
You could install line locks to hold the truck when winching.
TinManKustoms Both the Wrecker and the new truck have them.
I don't know but judging by the way he describes them it sounds like belt-driven pump is a no-brainer. However, if its ridiculously loud that could be a deal breaker.
ya good vid
Cool
how's the rebuild of the new tow truck
*too bad you didn't have some of the people you helped out on the trail to give you a hand here*
Is this in tennesee??
Keep it hydraulic. I have operated wreckers for 30 years or so and I HATE PTO setups like you discussed. I like the belt driven systems much more. I would say your pump is worn or is cavitating like you said.
use both pumps !!! on the new truck !
Are you going to replace the seals and gaskets while the Engine is out? Also are you going to plumb in the engine driven pump for some redundancy?
I was thinking the same - if you were able to put the pump back on and get some one directional valves you should be able to use the belt driven pump when moving and the PTO pump when you were stationary. In all reality though, I can see you using the belt driven pump much more because you frequently run the winch while standing at the corner of the truck.
I have a transfer case pto on my Chevy and it sucks, shifting the case into neutral means your relying on your parking brake to hold the truck in place witch for you might be a little shitty especially if your winching, I suggest you get or weld up some wheel blocks to help stop you from rolling! Good luck and happy towing!
theres a brake lock (which locks the stock brake system ) on that new truck so hes good
Really? Would mine have it? My trucks exactly the same as his new truck, mines blue that's the only difference! Where is the brake lock control?
***** Boy, a brake lock like that sounds like a good idea for just about any 4x4
Derek Joon There are several different brands, if it was a wrecker or other commercial truck it might have had one installed.
recoveryteam My truck is an ex CN Railway truck it has buttons and leavers that I have no clue what they do! Don't want to mess around with it to much and screw something up!
Will all the money donated go strictly to the wrecker and modifying it or ?
Yes
What size tires are on the wrecker?
Jeepisking 37 in HUMVEE surplus
i think your wrong on the PTO if you engage it it will work on either side of the transmission. I have had both on my 1 ton one ran the front winch and the other ran the back winch.
hold on your running a auto trans I may be wrong sorry I don't know how auto trans work there PTO's
glen john its run off the transfer case.
JamesWolf that's what I fund out
It looks like a 350 engine for a Chevrolet in your records
it doesn't seen that many people help you but you help a lot of people ??
surprised just didnt cut ever wire off and just unbolt the mounts and and linkages and pull out
only a small block? i thought for sure it would be a big block
id love to donate but im broke
the pipe is just cold heat it
I have the hydraulic system your new truck has, it is the biggest pain in the ass! I don't think you will be able to operate the wrecker going down the trails like you did, the pump just wont be turning fast enough. I always wondered what you had in the old truck, now I know.
old man You are correct! I hadn't thought about it until I read your comment. If the pump is run of the t-case input gear, and I am creeping down the trail at a blistering speed of 5 mph in low range the PTO gear will only be driven at about twice the RPM of my driveline. Thats probably to slow to build good hydraulic pressure.
The system sucks when you are running in 2 wheel drive, but when you are running in 4 wheel drive it can be almost imposable to put the t-case in neutral with out pulling ahead and backing up to free up the tension so you can shift it. More so with your big tires and in low range. Then you need to kill the motor to put it back in gear with out grinding the shit out of the gears! Now I know how you did it, that is going to the top of my list of things to do, as soon as I can afford it. Thank you!!!
Could I have a sticker or something when I give you some support?
darkroad6669 I will get some stickers made for fans after I get the new wrecker built.
K just look
yea baby finally can watch videos. i can help you for donation after april.... if ya want pm me i dont do cheap
wtf why is it showing HTML5 shit cant watch video???
get a better camera