I love what you and your wife are doing. My favorite part of your channel is learning about what you do and how you do it. Don’t let all the know it types yank your chain.
Wow, can't believe people will take issue with you. You have forgotten more then most people know. Very frusting... I'm a mechanical engineer with 40 years of experience and learn something new every time I watch your show! You have a fine mind. People would do well to learn how you process and decern information. You are a natural. Thanks for your shows.
I've run old school heavy wrecker for 28 years. Mount two double fluted air bags on the back axle with an adjustable pressure regulator. You can shift as much weight to your steer as you want and you wont lose any braking ability. Love your build.
Someone else mentioned doing that same exact thing. i dismissed it because i wanted to put it on another chassis but i am warming up to the idea of putting air bags on the walking beam.
Always nice when the wife can do anything to help. I know my wife doesn't realize how much she helps even when its just holding a light or handing me a wrench.....good video
The Freightliner, couldn’t believe the before and after the power wash! Truck looked awesome!! Everybody’s got opinions what “the right way” is for towing, it got there in one piece safely, that’s all that matters and you kept the $ in your pocket!! Take care Mr and Mrs JC
Another successful ride with JC's Towing & Truck Time Show! Well, almost... you missed my driveway with that GMC! lol! Yeah, you've got one of the best helpers there for sure! Awesome job, Mrs. JC! Thanks for the video, guys!
that old gmc is probably headed to the scrap yard one day. as for now i dropped it off at the owners place.....where it will likely rot into the ground.
You can please some of the people some of the time but not all the people all the time, as long as your safe that’s good enough for me and what I’ve seen your safe enough for me and I’ve been around workshops and transport for thirty five years so you keep doing what your doing and B-lls to them, thanks, markUK
I have a tendam wrecker with a Zacklift 403. We have the front axle set up 500lbs below the legal axle weight. It helps with the front end. I recently split the rear air bags and added a dual gauge and a regulator in the cab to take air out of the front drive axle. every 10psi works out to about a 1000bls more on the steers. Love your videos
Mr Smith. Use the truck you want to. There will always be naysayers. Suit yourself. Let the others solve someone else’s problems. I enjoy your videos. Thank you for sharing.
You need to be in it streeing it , lolol, nice 👍 that would of moved it a lot easier in the yard, kool thanks , I seen a comment about your channel over on Sumter, thanks . Your home made wrecker boom is giving me good ideas 💡, kool I never not rap my tow chain over and under through, because trust me they do and will come off going down the road , just with little bumps, that has happened to me on one of my many a house moves / buildings, all is good , love it thanks BigAl California.
Takes a number of tow jobs to figure out what works best & then ya tow something completely different. Your doing fantastic JC 👍 Hate them "lying fuel gauges" myself!
Stopped by to see what you are up to as Zane said you have a good channel so just taking a peek. The world is full of critics as it is easier to tell you that you made a mistake once the job is done. Good video, I'll be back. Happy Motoring.
You are doin your tows 100 percent how i like my guys to do them , you use common sence and safety in your hookups . Nothin wrong with using heavier chain than needed thats an area where overkill is a good thing
JC be true to yourself in all you do mate. The pencil mechanics will always have bone to pick or their own idea re job at hand. You sir are the Boss of your own destiny, and you're doing a terrific job as you proceed. Best Wishes
Nothing wrong with your tow rig. No it's not the latest greatest "rotator" but it does what you need it to do and I don't think you have ever lost anything have you? As long as you know it's limitations and how to use it then use it till you can do better. Those old camel back rears are the best for log trucks or off road applications. Not so much for over the road trucks. I pulled logs with Mack and Ford trucks and never had trouble. I drove a CL 9000 with a 3406 Cat in it. Had the camel back and would handle a 110,000 whole tree Morebark chipper with no problems. Rough on the ol back though.......
Uncle Tony says that fromunda cheese in the fuel ,, will stop his 466 :& vt365 every time you’re right,, it’ll take out a set of injectors instantly in the 6.0 L for sure💰👍🏻 thanks for sharing you’re VIDJA’s with us .
Everyone is all the sudden an A.S.E certified master diesel mechanic and a certified wreckmaster when they get behind a keyboard... Go figure! Keep doing what you do and let the haters hate. I enjoy the content and have learned a thing or 2 from you. Edit* what did the GMC topkick have under the hood? An 8.2l Detroit?
Hello and thank you for the videos, I have spent way to long watching them, 1 question how do you handle all the truck registrations and insurance or do youave a dealer plate, here in Maine you would have to reg and insure plus DOT inspection before driving thanks again
The man knows what he wants. for me personally the dump truck would work well for a mid weight wrecker with under lift and a small rotator it would work well. for what your doing definitely need that short wheel base with no over hang on the pivot point like you explained your self
That's going to make a great truck for the next "owner." Amazing how nice it cleaned up. Lost power in the middle of the video (bad thunderstorm) so had to finish on my phone.... Have a good, safe week, be happy the cooler weather is coming soon! Your GradAll rules the job again! So cool to see it in action..... Doug@ the "ranch"
_ @Dale Fry I'm with ya on the cooler temps! Was 90+ here in New England all week, and now severe thunderstorms rolled thru last night breaking the humidity and cooling us down.....A welcome reset. This work week looks promising with cooler, dryer air with a chance of showers at night. I can't remember the last time I had the windows open, A/C is my friend at home, in the machines, trucks, and definitely the office!! Work safe Dale, hope you and yours are well, thanx for the holler here! Doug@ the "ranch"
When I worked in the field servicing equipment, I used a dry slide Molly based lubricant on telehandelers and forklifts that were used outdoors. The boom is supposed to have Teflon inside of the tubes. It took a can and a half of spray lubricant for a tele with a 65' reach. It shouldn't be squeaking like that.
it sits outside all the time. it will rust up in hours when the humidity is high. it has slides and they are in good shape. i will look into that lubricant.
@@j.c.smithprojects I believe McMaster Carr has it. It's been a while since I was in the field. It's a bit pricey but worth it. You only have to apply it once a month.
Luckily you didn't have to drive the Gradeall far for the tow! 🤣 Great video J.C! 👍 That Freightliner looked nice after a bath! I'm guessing the tan Topkick had a 3208 cat? 🤔
Wow! It's good thing it's got that pre-filter. Is that dirt that's settled in the bottom of the tank, from adding fuel? That would plug the injectors in heartbeat. Great Video! 👍😎 Wes , in Oregon
Haven't Seen any of your videos in awhile Been super busy just getting a chance to watch one i Hope you are Well keep up the great work 👍@J.C. Smith Projects
Locking hooks are defenitly not cheap for chains that size but they will make life easier.. im sure thats why you want to grab some @J.C. Smith Projects
Funny... I've never, ever, seen you break anything you've towed. On the other hand, I wish I had $5.00 for every time a customer brought in a vehicle and told me, "The tow truck guy broke ______ when he pulled me out of _____". I think most folks would rather have someone like you tow their vehicle.
I've been watching your videos for a long time people getting twisted out of shape far as I know I've been seeing you're the only one I know what you're talking about dealing with the criticism do what you do remember this is TH-cam people going to hate oh people what they know what they doing
Just keep in mind that no matter what you mount that wrecker on there will always be something that you think could be better, or wish you had done differently. Just get it on something you can live with and go from there, because there is no money in working on your own equipment.
With all the slack between the two 1/2” chains, I'd use a 1/2" chain binder or ratchet. That would pull them tight between the two hooks so the chains can't come out.
Would like to see you put a air ride suspension into that truck. Maybe also a crane behind the cab with a nice toolbox and compressor. That should make a nice service truck.
About the time you get that tow bed set up the way you want someone will come along with enough money and you’ll be starting over. It’s funny how many experts still live in their parents basement
You're not afraid to tackle the big jobs. It's a good thing, everything you work on is big. I'm looking to buy a rollback for personal use. A lot of Fords out there and I want a diesel. I hear the 6.7 engine is a good engine. Any thoughts?
the first thing i would ask wyatt is "what is the heaviest vehicle you want to haul?". that will direct you to what truck is best. the f550 rollbacks top out at 19500 lb gvwr. they will weigh right about 15000 lbs (depending on cab configuration, diesel or cas, 2 or 4 wheel drive and options). leaving you with a 4500 lbs load carrying capacity. as far as what brand....i love ford trucks but if i was looking at that size medium duty, the ram 5500 would be my choice. my opinion is the 6.7 cummins is a far better engine than the 6.7 powerstroke. the cummins is so much easier to work on. i have absolutely no interest in the isuzutrash in the new gm mediums (4500 / 5500). you may find that the larger 22,000 lbs to 26,000 lbs gvwr trucks are far cheaper to buy, weighs in about the same, has much larger brakes, and typically have a 21' rollback. the international 4700 is one that many people love. this is very good reliable truck. you will likely find more of them with the t444e engine than the dt466. regardless, both good reliable engines. in the hills we prefer the longer stroke of the dt466 and air brakes. automatic transmissions are pretty bullet proof in the international and freightliner medium duty trucks...cant think of a bad one.
Hendrickson walking beam is a great suspension for heavy haul application but not for a wrecker and the shorter the wheelbase the worse it is on a wrecker.
Would it be technically possible and economically feasible to add air bags over the end of the walking beams? I suppose it could give you adjustability for offset loads, if you were to have the right air manifold and valves.
im sure there is a way. i dont need the tandem axles for what i am doing. a single axle will suit me just fine. i would rather spend the time putting the right truck together.....it is in process now.
i cant speak on different states, only on ohio and i am not a pro at that. i am going to talk just about a single unit without a trailer because there are some exceptions when you tow a trailer. you can drive a "commercial vehicle" with a gvwr of 26000 lbs or less without a cdl. whether or not it has air brakes does not matter. a "commercial vehicle" having a gvwr of 26,001 lbs or more requires a cdl. if that same truck has air brakes, you must also have an air brake endorsement on your cdl. if you are driving a truck for "personal", "non-commercial" use the gvwr has no bearing and you do not need a cdl. hope that was helpful.
Have you ever ran ATF in your fuel system? Also I’ve seen people run out of fuel and run the engine on starting fluid till it self primes. What damage can they cause by doing this other then cracking pistons with ether?
Hey jc. The walking suspension isn’t your problem, I’m a keyboard warrior and know everything except the fact you are 100% right about the pivot point. The truck you are using at the moment is a good truck just not the best for the tow bed. Hope to see the “truck swap”
i am always skeptical about this generation of international fuel gauges (and clusters) but it had been working well. i usually stick the tanks before i leave.
Where’re you located? I run 10R22.5’s on my rollback and would be interested in this set. Also looking for info on the square body medium duty. I’m located in central Pa
That telehandler needs to be painted RED. That way you can have a new meaning of to always stay RED. You know like most of this country is. LOL 😅 😅 😅 😅
Funny how everybody tells you what you should or shouldnt do ..what you need or dont need to do ...and i guarantee you that they would not do half that shit they preach about ......
they dont know the pain of the walking beam on a wrecker or the slide of a front axle nasty in the snow was allways going to fab a Copple air bags on the back axle allways carried a copple 3x5 x4ft plus hardwood timbers to run under the frame in place of that truck frame peace the wood stops the chain from slideing around on the steel and frame and stays in place better try it once you be sold happy tow is the more tricks you know
Only thing I see wrong with the tow is the DOT says the safety chains have to be separate from the lifting device.. What I use to do was hook it from the D rings on the tow truck to the tow vehicle.. other wise good job for you and wifey
i agree. i thought it made sense to go straight to the truck but the old timer made a good point that it would have more control over the truck if the lift broke. i want to make a "chain keyhole" and tray to hold the extra chain while having the keyhole to set the length.
I love what you and your wife are doing. My favorite part of your channel is learning about what you do and how you do it. Don’t let all the know it types yank your chain.
Wow, can't believe people will take issue with you. You have forgotten more then most people know. Very frusting... I'm a mechanical engineer with 40 years of experience and learn something new every time I watch your show! You have a fine mind. People would do well to learn how you process and decern information. You are a natural. Thanks for your shows.
I've run old school heavy wrecker for 28 years. Mount two double fluted air bags on the back axle with an adjustable pressure regulator. You can shift as much weight to your steer as you want and you wont lose any braking ability. Love your build.
Someone else mentioned doing that same exact thing. i dismissed it because i wanted to put it on another chassis but i am warming up to the idea of putting air bags on the walking beam.
Always nice when the wife can do anything to help. I know my wife doesn't realize how much she helps even when its just holding a light or handing me a wrench.....good video
The Freightliner, couldn’t believe the before and after the power wash! Truck looked awesome!! Everybody’s got opinions what “the right way” is for towing, it got there in one piece safely, that’s all that matters and you kept the $ in your pocket!! Take care Mr and Mrs JC
thanks mike. that is how i see it.
Another successful ride with JC's Towing & Truck Time Show! Well, almost... you missed my driveway with that GMC! lol! Yeah, you've got one of the best helpers there for sure! Awesome job, Mrs. JC! Thanks for the video, guys!
that old gmc is probably headed to the scrap yard one day. as for now i dropped it off at the owners place.....where it will likely rot into the ground.
You can please some of the people some of the time but not all the people all the time, as long as your safe that’s good enough for me and what I’ve seen your safe enough for me and I’ve been around workshops and transport for thirty five years so you keep doing what your doing and B-lls to them, thanks, markUK
I have a tendam wrecker with a Zacklift 403. We have the front axle set up 500lbs below the legal axle weight. It helps with the front end. I recently split the rear air bags and added a dual gauge and a regulator in the cab to take air out of the front drive axle. every 10psi works out to about a 1000bls more on the steers. Love your videos
Mr Smith. Use the truck you want to. There will always be naysayers. Suit yourself. Let the others solve someone else’s problems. I enjoy your videos. Thank you for sharing.
You need to be in it streeing it , lolol, nice 👍 that would of moved it a lot easier in the yard, kool thanks , I seen a comment about your channel over on Sumter, thanks .
Your home made wrecker boom is giving me good ideas 💡, kool I never not rap my tow chain over and under through, because trust me they do and will come off going down the road , just with little bumps, that has happened to me on one of my many a house moves / buildings, all is good , love it thanks BigAl California.
Makes sense on the pivot point your talking about just like a seesaw good explanation @J.C. Smith Projects
Your hookup procedure with your tow truck is spot-on..... don't let anyone tell you otherwise.
the haters will hate. just part of youtube. shame they were not taught better manners...
That m2 is going to make a nice rollback with air ride
That thing works awesome! Good job Mr & Mrs Smith!
it gets the job done while saving me cash....hard to beat.
Thanks for taking us along some days you get the the bear and some days the bear gets you. Always enjoy your videos thank you. Stay safe!
it all worked out just fine. if that is the worst of it, i guess i am doing ok.
Takes a number of tow jobs to figure out what works best & then ya tow something completely different. Your doing fantastic JC 👍
Hate them "lying fuel gauges" myself!
yes and using it regularly would keep it fresh.
Stopped by to see what you are up to as Zane said you have a good channel so just taking a peek.
The world is full of critics as it is easier to tell you that you made a mistake once the job is done.
Good video, I'll be back.
Happy Motoring.
You are doin your tows 100 percent how i like my guys to do them , you use common sence and safety in your hookups . Nothin wrong with using heavier chain than needed thats an area where overkill is a good thing
JC be true to yourself in all you do mate. The pencil mechanics will always have bone to pick or their own idea re job at hand. You sir are the Boss of your own destiny, and you're doing a terrific job as you proceed. Best Wishes
Nothing wrong with your tow rig. No it's not the latest greatest "rotator" but it does what you need it to do and I don't think you have ever lost anything have you? As long as you know it's limitations and how to use it then use it till you can do better. Those old camel back rears are the best for log trucks or off road applications. Not so much for over the road trucks. I pulled logs with Mack and Ford trucks and never had trouble. I drove a CL 9000 with a 3406 Cat in it. Had the camel back and would handle a 110,000 whole tree Morebark chipper with no problems. Rough on the ol back though.......
It's always a good day when you make it back.!! Enjoy the info
👍🇺🇸
Uncle Tony says that fromunda cheese in the fuel ,, will stop his 466 :& vt365 every time you’re right,, it’ll take out a set of injectors instantly in the 6.0 L for sure💰👍🏻 thanks for sharing you’re VIDJA’s with us .
Jobs got done. Nice one.
Love your videos..keep them coming..👍
hi jc great job on the towing an fixing the truck to stay safe out by you guys
like always , found it interesting, greetings from Belgium
Man that truck looks like it's doing the job just fine keep up the good work a day of hard work is good for the soul
it sure makes a guy feel good when you can get some things accomplished.
Everyone is all the sudden an A.S.E certified master diesel mechanic and a certified wreckmaster when they get behind a keyboard... Go figure! Keep doing what you do and let the haters hate. I enjoy the content and have learned a thing or 2 from you.
Edit* what did the GMC topkick have under the hood? An 8.2l Detroit?
Hello and thank you for the videos, I have spent way to long watching them, 1 question how do you handle all the truck registrations and insurance or do youave a dealer plate, here in Maine you would have to reg and insure plus DOT inspection before driving thanks again
The way you have that tow truck set up now I'd leave it alone I like it that way
you would be making a huge mistake.
"more than one way to carry a mule", Grandpa used to say!
Don’t let the keyboard Tow Maters leverage you over to their side of the fulcrum. They don’t hold air.
The man knows what he wants. for me personally the dump truck would work well for a mid weight wrecker with under lift and a small rotator it would work well. for what your doing definitely need that short wheel base with no over hang on the pivot point like you explained your self
That's going to make a great truck for the next "owner." Amazing how nice it cleaned up. Lost power in the middle of the video (bad thunderstorm) so had to finish on my phone....
Have a good, safe week, be happy the cooler weather is coming soon! Your GradAll rules the job again! So cool to see it in action.....
Doug@ the "ranch"
we have had some really hot days lately.....starting to get some cool nights as well......i guess we know what is coming....
I am ready for cooler weather. 93 today, 90+ every day this week. Central Iowa.
_ @Dale Fry I'm with ya on the cooler temps! Was 90+ here in New England all week, and now severe thunderstorms rolled thru last night breaking the humidity and cooling us down.....A welcome reset. This work week looks promising with cooler, dryer air with a chance of showers at night. I can't remember the last time I had the windows open, A/C is my friend at home, in the machines, trucks, and definitely the office!! Work safe Dale, hope you and yours are well, thanx for the holler here!
Doug@ the "ranch"
@@j.c.smithprojects Don't go there JC....Not yet anyway
When I worked in the field servicing equipment, I used a dry slide Molly based lubricant on telehandelers and forklifts that were used outdoors. The boom is supposed to have Teflon inside of the tubes. It took a can and a half of spray lubricant for a tele with a 65' reach. It shouldn't be squeaking like that.
it sits outside all the time. it will rust up in hours when the humidity is high. it has slides and they are in good shape. i will look into that lubricant.
I use a product called wax oyl it’s a spray for booms. Do not grease the boom. Grease will mix with dirt and wipe your slides out in no time
@@j.c.smithprojects I believe McMaster Carr has it. It's been a while since I was in the field. It's a bit pricey but worth it. You only have to apply it once a month.
Luckily you didn't have to drive the Gradeall far for the tow! 🤣 Great video J.C! 👍 That Freightliner looked nice after a bath! I'm guessing the tan Topkick had a 3208 cat? 🤔
8.2 detroit and an allison mt643. gradall worked just fine but it sure isnt fast going down the road!
Wow! It's good thing it's got that pre-filter. Is that dirt that's settled in the bottom of the tank, from adding fuel? That would plug the injectors in heartbeat. Great Video! 👍😎 Wes , in Oregon
Ahh the squeaky boom forklift operated a few of those I put 4 tubes of grease into one and it still squeaked
Looks like it all worked out in the end! I sent you a question video. Yesterday.
Well done .... of course 😁
Thanks.
Haven't Seen any of your videos in awhile Been super busy just getting a chance to watch one i Hope you are Well keep up the great work 👍@J.C. Smith Projects
Hell JC, when it comes to all things trucks, you say it, I believe it!
Yep, gotta have some push water lol. At least you wasn't in the middle of nowhere on the side of the road.
i had to look up "push water"! had no idea what that meant....i drove the gradall down the road and towed them both together.....it was a sight!
@@j.c.smithprojects Haha, I have no idea where that term originated. probably some truck driver somewhere sitting on the side of the road lol
That truck cleaned up really good
Great Vid JC!
Locking hooks are defenitly not cheap for chains that size but they will make life easier.. im sure thats why you want to grab some @J.C. Smith Projects
Always nice selling items fast
Funny... I've never, ever, seen you break anything you've towed. On the other hand, I wish I had $5.00 for every time a customer brought in a vehicle and told me, "The tow truck guy broke ______ when he pulled me out of _____". I think most folks would rather have someone like you tow their vehicle.
Suffice it to say.....that was cool. Fun to watch
glad you liked it.
I've been watching your videos for a long time people getting twisted out of shape far as I know I've been seeing you're the only one I know what you're talking about dealing with the criticism do what you do remember this is TH-cam people going to hate oh people what they know what they doing
Just keep in mind that no matter what you mount that wrecker on there will always be something that you think could be better, or wish you had done differently. Just get it on something you can live with and go from there, because there is no money in working on your own equipment.
With all the slack between the two 1/2” chains, I'd use a 1/2" chain binder or ratchet. That would pull them tight between the two hooks so the chains can't come out.
i dont see any reason that would not work.
Would like to see you put a air ride suspension into that truck. Maybe also a crane behind the cab with a nice toolbox and compressor. That should make a nice service truck.
i dont plan to keep this truck....i am only using it until it is sold.
Hey I resemble that remark about the 10r22.5s ! Lol got two of them left on the Louisville!
those are the tires i was telling you about....if you want them, you can have them.
Better get 'em, CE. Those things are rare as frog hair!
About the time you get that tow bed set up the way you want someone will come along with enough money and you’ll be starting over. It’s funny how many experts still live in their parents basement
cool video have a good night
You're not afraid to tackle the big jobs. It's a good thing, everything you work on is big. I'm looking to buy a rollback for personal use. A lot of Fords out there and I want a diesel. I hear the 6.7 engine is a good engine. Any thoughts?
the first thing i would ask wyatt is "what is the heaviest vehicle you want to haul?". that will direct you to what truck is best. the f550 rollbacks top out at 19500 lb gvwr. they will weigh right about 15000 lbs (depending on cab configuration, diesel or cas, 2 or 4 wheel drive and options). leaving you with a 4500 lbs load carrying capacity. as far as what brand....i love ford trucks but if i was looking at that size medium duty, the ram 5500 would be my choice. my opinion is the 6.7 cummins is a far better engine than the 6.7 powerstroke. the cummins is so much easier to work on. i have absolutely no interest in the isuzutrash in the new gm mediums (4500 / 5500). you may find that the larger 22,000 lbs to 26,000 lbs gvwr trucks are far cheaper to buy, weighs in about the same, has much larger brakes, and typically have a 21' rollback. the international 4700 is one that many people love. this is very good reliable truck. you will likely find more of them with the t444e engine than the dt466. regardless, both good reliable engines. in the hills we prefer the longer stroke of the dt466 and air brakes. automatic transmissions are pretty bullet proof in the international and freightliner medium duty trucks...cant think of a bad one.
If you decide to get into the towing business, you could call yourself "J.C.'s Hook and Book Recovery"
well......lets just say "i am exploring the possibility" of that.
Good video 👍
Hendrickson walking beam is a great suspension for heavy haul application but not for a wrecker and the shorter the wheelbase the worse it is on a wrecker.
U guys r awesome together
Would it be technically possible and economically feasible to add air bags over the end of the walking beams? I suppose it could give you adjustability for offset loads, if you were to have the right air manifold and valves.
im sure there is a way. i dont need the tandem axles for what i am doing. a single axle will suit me just fine. i would rather spend the time putting the right truck together.....it is in process now.
You're learning, I know little about towing. I learn by watching other guys hook up cars and trucks..
Thank goodness you had just rolled out. 15 minutes later would have been awful if it is as hot as she says.
What kind of wrecker or roll back with or without air breaks can you drive without having a cdl just driving it with just a chauffeur license?
i cant speak on different states, only on ohio and i am not a pro at that. i am going to talk just about a single unit without a trailer because there are some exceptions when you tow a trailer. you can drive a "commercial vehicle" with a gvwr of 26000 lbs or less without a cdl. whether or not it has air brakes does not matter. a "commercial vehicle" having a gvwr of 26,001 lbs or more requires a cdl. if that same truck has air brakes, you must also have an air brake endorsement on your cdl. if you are driving a truck for "personal", "non-commercial" use the gvwr has no bearing and you do not need a cdl. hope that was helpful.
sometimes what ever gets the job done is all that matters. not everything is always ideal in the real world.
Have you ever ran ATF in your fuel system? Also I’ve seen people run out of fuel and run the engine on starting fluid till it self primes. What damage can they cause by doing this other then cracking pistons with ether?
Could you not add some weight behind the cab to help balance out the lever effect
Hey jc. The walking suspension isn’t your problem, I’m a keyboard warrior and know everything except the fact you are 100% right about the pivot point. The truck you are using at the moment is a good truck just not the best for the tow bed. Hope to see the “truck swap”
i have a few trucks i need to finish up but....the swap is coming.
Nice work
thanks david.
Needing a tow truck for your tow truck is always a little disappointing, but at least it was a simple fix. Hopefully the fuel gauge will be too...
even worse is needing a tow truck for your tow truck and not having one!
@@j.c.smithprojects That's definitely true. The Gradall pays for itself yet again...
Always a bad day when your tow truck needs a tow!
a worse day when your tow truck doesnt have a tow truck.....gradall saves the day again.
al the joys off trucking never to reliey on that fuel gauge if it works leave it aloe the tow rigg that is nice one J C
i am always skeptical about this generation of international fuel gauges (and clusters) but it had been working well. i usually stick the tanks before i leave.
Would it help if you put a counterweight behind the cab
possibly but i would rather fix the cause....not the effects. it will do much better on the truck that i am swapping it to.
Where’re you located? I run 10R22.5’s on my rollback and would be interested in this set. Also looking for info on the square body medium duty. I’m located in central Pa
northeast ohio. less than 30 min to pa line
J.C. SMITH PROJECTS how can I get in contact with you? I’m probably only about 3/3.5 hours from your general location
j.c.smithprojects@gmail.com
That telehandler needs to be painted RED.
That way you can have a new meaning of to always stay RED.
You know like most of this country is.
LOL 😅 😅 😅 😅
Is this wrecker bed a replacement for the other or just another option?
it is a just a temporary set up until i build or buy what i really want.
I'm looking for the video on how you built your wrecker set up!!!???!!!
i didnt build the wrecker bed. it was on a truck i bought. sold the truck and kept the wrecker.
O ok I couldn't see the air bags so I thought u had built one like u said u were eventually going to do and I thought I missed the video...
Fun !! 👍👍
Nice!
Make a great replacement to that FL70 project you sold.
it would but that is not what i have planned.
Detroit’s are the best
your new tow truck
All these experts 🤦🏾♂️
Encroaching the house with trucks.
You probably gained back 60hp cleaning/replacing the fuel filters
it sure runs a whole lot better now.
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I haven't got your videos lately.
Wassup JC
Was it the wife’s toothbrush , not yours .?
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sometimes i think people play stupid to aggravate don'
t let get under your skin
i agree with that.
Funny how everybody tells you what you should or shouldnt do ..what you need or dont need to do ...and i guarantee you that they would not do half that shit they preach about ......
most of them probably havnt done any of this...
not seen any new videos lately
Hey Mr. J.C and Mrs. Smith thats not good @J.C. Smith Projects
Thinking the
.gradall is your most used tool,
they dont know the pain of the walking beam on a wrecker or the slide of a front axle nasty in the snow was allways going to fab a Copple air bags on the back axle allways carried a copple 3x5 x4ft plus hardwood timbers to run under the frame in place of that truck frame peace the wood stops the chain from slideing around on the steel and frame and stays in place better try it once you be sold happy tow is the more tricks you know
CoughNewTowRigCough
hahaha!!!!
Only thing I see wrong with the tow is the DOT says the safety chains have to be separate from the lifting device.. What I use to do was hook it from the D rings on the tow truck to the tow vehicle.. other wise good job for you and wifey
i agree. i thought it made sense to go straight to the truck but the old timer made a good point that it would have more control over the truck if the lift broke. i want to make a "chain keyhole" and tray to hold the extra chain while having the keyhole to set the length.
check out this TH-camr
Sumter Wrecker cool guy
i did and have been watching his stuff now! thanks for the link.
Keep looking for a old school Petrrbilt wrecker like he has I enjoy your towing videos