Boldly Going Where No Truck Should Go!!! Because His GPS Told Him So

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  • Hello Ladies & Gentlemen and as always, thank you for watching!!! Today, we have a another GPS following fail. This one could have been SO much worse, but, thankfully it wasn't . GPS, in my opinion, should be used as a tool, not something to follow blindly. This driver finds himself on a remote county road with loose gravel and a very steep incline. The driver loses traction, slides backwards down the hill, and ends up with the front end stuck in a roadside ditch. Ethan takes our new Western Star with a Miller Industries 9055XL heavy towing and recovery unit along with our traffic control and some helpers. Initially, we were told the truck was blocking an intersection of a busy road. This job may test the skill of young Ethan and the capabilities of the new 9055XL. Let's see what happens. Also, stay tuned all the way to the end for a sneak peak of next week's video!! Thank you, God, for blessing our family and our business. Watch as we continue to receive God's blessings. There is much more to come!!! I hope you enjoy this video!!!
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  • @Chandler7157
    @Chandler7157 หลายเดือนก่อน +281

    It’s getting harder and harder to tell if it’s Ethan talking or Ron talking, you two sound so much alike. Love the videos.

    • @stuartroland9605
      @stuartroland9605 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

      you got that right.

    • @Rosie.Langer
      @Rosie.Langer หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      I think Ethan has the lower voice

    • @amyh226
      @amyh226 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

      I know Ethan sounds so munch like his dad.

    • @Easy4unow
      @Easy4unow หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      I can tell who is talking.

    • @hamshackleton
      @hamshackleton หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      I was about to put the same thing!

  • @davidgates1122
    @davidgates1122 หลายเดือนก่อน +99

    Tip from someone who started using GPS when nobody had ever heard of it -- you don't use GPS by itself. You use it in conjunction with a map that indicates the type of road, or with satellite/arial imagery.

    • @deathk26
      @deathk26 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

      Personally I don't use GPS. Then again I typically don't travel all over the place like a trucker does. What I do before I go somewhere that I've never been to before is check the route on a map (Google maps for example) to familiarize myself with it. I don't just wing it and hope for the best. If need be I'll even write the directions down on a piece of paper or print them out. When you know the route beforehand it's hard to get lost. If something isn't right park somewhere and re-evaluate.

    • @paulshannon4576
      @paulshannon4576 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      If I had service I would pull up Google maps with the satellite view and then I could zoom in and generally get a good idea of the road. It would help with any turns and maneuvers.

    • @amfwelsh
      @amfwelsh หลายเดือนก่อน +6

      I used GPS in the semi truck for 10 years but would also check route on phone and have never driven into somewhere I shouldn’t be

    • @williamjones4483
      @williamjones4483 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      Yep. In my many years of truck driving we didn't have GPS as we know it now. However when they did come out I got one. Didn't take me long to realize how wrong they can be sometimes. Quite a few times I've had GPS try to get me down a road like this and that's when the alarm bells went off in my head. I'd go somewhere to contact the customer and get clarification on directions instead of going down a road like this. I believe it was Ronald Reagan that once said "trust, but verify".

    • @Randall-mt7jk
      @Randall-mt7jk หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Would you follow GPS off a cliff? No common sense anymore!

  • @BFT88
    @BFT88 หลายเดือนก่อน +54

    17:58 “whoop that’s my head, that’s also my head, still my head.” 😂🤣. Good work Ethan!

    • @misterrogers7045
      @misterrogers7045 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      Should've made the video title that line, I'm still chuckling about that delivery...

  • @robertlangensiepen8932
    @robertlangensiepen8932 หลายเดือนก่อน +80

    Ethan is a good teacher just like his dad

    • @Scott924m
      @Scott924m หลายเดือนก่อน +6

      100% agree as a long time viewer I remember learning from his dad now he's become the teacher and very good at that. Quite impressive

  • @herbthomas5097
    @herbthomas5097 หลายเดือนก่อน +65

    Wow I had to restart the video to see if it was Ron or Ethan. They sound so much alike. Ron should really be proud of Ethan he's an amazing operator for being so young. God bless the Pratt family.

    • @josiahhorner6705
      @josiahhorner6705 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Totally agree

    • @demonknight7965
      @demonknight7965 หลายเดือนก่อน

      It took me a couple seconds. After about the third sentence i could tell it was Ethan.

  • @christophergillet5688
    @christophergillet5688 หลายเดือนก่อน +21

    Every dad's dream. Seeing their son follow in their footsteps. Great job as usual Ethan

  • @jacquejecker4435
    @jacquejecker4435 หลายเดือนก่อน +25

    Great job. You are learning a lot from your dad, respect for the customer, safety, explaining things to the newbies, and calm attitude. Great job.

  • @craigpridemore7566
    @craigpridemore7566 หลายเดือนก่อน +24

    From the driver's seat was the best way to show how steep that driveway was Wow!

  • @swearenginlawanda
    @swearenginlawanda หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    Hope you are all safe from the after math of hurricane Francine. Prayers to the folks in Louisiana. Here in Mississippi coast just patches of flooding.

  • @cathyrowe727
    @cathyrowe727 หลายเดือนก่อน +12

    Wow took me a bit before I realized it was Ethan talking not Ron. You both sound so much alike. Ethan you did a very good job explaining things to the two young men and in answering any questions they had. Your parents should be very proud of you. You do the company good.

  • @bettyscott2971
    @bettyscott2971 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

    Ron, I have watched you for two years and love all your episodes
    You are a great teachers and man . Iam a 77 year old lady and I can watch your videos over and over. I love your Patience tell you how you teach your members of your crew your son I even like when you had your wife and them on it with the talk shows You're such a good role model and I just think you're a very great person keep on keep on take care.

  • @edwardreidt1230
    @edwardreidt1230 หลายเดือนก่อน +11

    Ethan is doing a great job training the new guys great seeing how he has done on the video you guys are doing blessings to the whole crew at Mid west towing and recovery

  • @christopherrichey7779
    @christopherrichey7779 หลายเดือนก่อน +21

    Seems funny, I will watch! I am going to trucking school 2025 to honor my grandfather's memories when I was a kid, me and him would truck from tennessee to Texas. I am very excited to get my cdl class a.

    • @ChessIsJustAGame
      @ChessIsJustAGame หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      When I used to live in Texas, I would drive back to Indiana to visit parents and drove the interstates inbetween. Would use I-65 to get in and out of Indiana. Good luck with your career!

    • @MotivativeThinking2
      @MotivativeThinking2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Just remember to trip plan every load. It’s pretty easy now due to google maps.

  • @patmccrady6063
    @patmccrady6063 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    Ethan is becoming a great teacher just like dad. Great job Ron!!

  • @stevedoty5841
    @stevedoty5841 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    WOW. This is Ethan. Has performed very well and teaching great.

  • @-ray-h
    @-ray-h หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    Awesome video guys...! Like the guys below mentioned... This is the exact reason why (along with using my GPS) I carry one of those paper road maps. I too found out that strictly relying on a GPS will sometime take you down roads that are let's just say back woods... Ethan you are your dads spitten image...! It's so uncanny it's almost unreal...You not only Sound like your dad but you act like him... Just listening to you is unreal... your inflections and your tone of voice and the way you pronounce the words is the way your dad sounds... Also, I really like the way you took the time to explain to the guy on what roads to travel...! 👍💯 Now that's excellent customer service brother... Mr. & Mrs. Pratt... You both should be extremely proud of your son and for doing a great job of raising him...!

  • @JudyBeeding
    @JudyBeeding หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    Love it when Ethan takes charge.

  • @Brian75-ej5mn
    @Brian75-ej5mn หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    Awesome job Ethan your truck is kicking butt om these recoveries good job on training the new guys your dad has got to be proud of the way your working thru the situations and figuring out the best solution, Ron awesome job and training Ethan

  • @scottb02
    @scottb02 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Ethan and those two young men did a fantastic job. 😃😃😃😃😃😃

  • @GraceHarris-t8l
    @GraceHarris-t8l หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    Ethan and his new crew did a wonderful awesome job God Bless you all

  • @hirisk761
    @hirisk761 หลายเดือนก่อน +14

    GPS: Getting People Stuck (or sunk) for 20+ years and still going strong😂😂😂

    • @teaches2010
      @teaches2010 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      @@hirisk761 ❤️❤️❤️❤️ I'm stealing this one!!!

  • @kens.3729
    @kens.3729 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Great Job Ethan and Team. Keep up the Strong 💪 Efforts and Thanks for taking us along on another Call. 👍🙏

    • @RonPratt
      @RonPratt  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      We are very proud of how well he is doing and how patient he is training others. Thanks for watching and God bless.

  • @JRS1973
    @JRS1973 หลายเดือนก่อน +13

    More and more impressed with the younger Pratt with every video.

  • @henkweurding3339
    @henkweurding3339 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    Nice video Ethan! Two years ago you were the prodigy, now you're aducating the next generation. Good luck on your career!

  • @seagullsbtn
    @seagullsbtn หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    Love the preview of the next recovery. Those coils are usually HEAVY!

  • @todddembsky8321
    @todddembsky8321 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Ron and Ethan, great job on this video. Tears and God bumps from all the kindness and respect that you bring to us with each video. Gob Bless, God Speed, and may He protect you and your family all the days of your life.

    • @RonPratt
      @RonPratt  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thank you so much and we are glad you enjoy the channel. Thank you for watching and God bless.

  • @B747-4OO
    @B747-4OO หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    Excellent video as always! Ron and Ethan, both of you would be great airline pilots: thourogh briefing to the driver, clear commands, safety in your mind at all times etc.!
    I really like the way you commit to your job!

  • @ThomasBailey-qw6cf
    @ThomasBailey-qw6cf หลายเดือนก่อน

    Second episode I have seen of Either on his own with younger people with him. So proud of how he works with and teaches them. Great with the customer too. Totally different person than prior episodes . As one Dad to another you should be "as proud as a Prairie Dog" for his growth and the young man you and Mom have raised.

    • @RonPratt
      @RonPratt  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      We are very proud of his growth in the industry. He is so much more confident when he is on his own. I'm super impressed with his teaching skills too. Thanks for watching and God bless.

  • @jrw41069
    @jrw41069 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Ethan it's always a pleasure to see you in control of these situations. You're a chip off the old block ❤

  • @DanaNason-m4x
    @DanaNason-m4x หลายเดือนก่อน +14

    Ron you should be so proud of Ethan . The next generation of Midwest truck is in VERY capable hands. Keep up the good work.

    • @RonPratt
      @RonPratt  หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      We are very proud of him. He showcases his talents and abilities more so when I am not around. We were taught, by my father to defer to the elder operator and he does this a lot. He is far more capable and smarter than some give him credit for. He has watched and retained so much more than I did at 21. Thank you for watching and God bless.

    • @stephanbock1280
      @stephanbock1280 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@RonPratt Thanks alot for explaining that Ron. I sometimes wondered why Ethan seemed vers active in some videos and so passive when you were around. Thats explains those 2 views of him. And yes, he had me fouled believing it was you for quite sometime into the video too. 😂

  • @coloradotex9403
    @coloradotex9403 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Good morning from the beautiful state of Colorado. I love watching Ethan and how much he has learned from his dad.

  • @victorjeffers1993
    @victorjeffers1993 25 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Great job guys as always very professional and polite ! Great you were able to give him directions as to where he was going !👍👍

  • @RedneckCowboyFeller
    @RedneckCowboyFeller หลายเดือนก่อน +13

    "Whoop, that was my head. That's also my head. Nope, that's still my head." 🤣

    • @RonPratt
      @RonPratt  หลายเดือนก่อน +11

      That is Ethan's personality coming through on this clip. He has a dry sense of humor and doesn't hesitate to put himself out there as the target. He is a Pratt after all. Thank you for watching and God bless.

    • @RedneckCowboyFeller
      @RedneckCowboyFeller หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      @@RonPratt Yeah, I know. I have a similar sense of humor myself. It's one of the many reasons I've been watching y'all for about as long as the channel has existed. God Bless, brother.

  • @SPD_driver
    @SPD_driver หลายเดือนก่อน +10

    I came up in trucking before GPS, relying on paper maps... i always wrote out my turns and stops.... for the amount of times Ethan had to tepeat the directions, and the fact this driver got burned once by GPS, i for sure would have had pen and paper out, taking notes. Guess I'm just old(er) school....

  • @Darryl603
    @Darryl603 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hi Ron,
    You must be so proud of Ethan, following in your footsteps.
    You have instilled in him, all he needs to be successful.
    May God Bless and Protect You!

    • @RonPratt
      @RonPratt  หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Thank you so much, we are very proud of how far he has advanced. He is smart and knows more than I did at 21. Thanks for watching and God bless.

  • @shawnswanson9625
    @shawnswanson9625 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Ethan you have came along way since I started watching, calm cool and don’t get excited. Keep it up.

    • @RonPratt
      @RonPratt  หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      I know he appreciates all of the kind comments. He tends to get bombarded with the negatives, at times. He has certainly learned a great deal at 21. Thank you for watching and God bless.

  • @TimboWhite-w7b
    @TimboWhite-w7b หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    Good Morning There My Good Big Bro Ron Pratt Sir & I Am Still Praying For You & All Of You're Whole Family & Staff Of All Of The People That Is Involved In The Automobile Accident

    • @TimboWhite-w7b
      @TimboWhite-w7b หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thank You So Very Much There My Good Big Bro Ron Pratt Sir

    • @TimboWhite-w7b
      @TimboWhite-w7b หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thank You So Very Much There To Everyone Else

  • @AWRay1300
    @AWRay1300 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Ethan training the new guys. He knows this trade, especially the straight stick wrecker. Now to get the driver going in the right direction.

  • @alanstant9356
    @alanstant9356 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    That GPS can be something else anymore. I know I followed it quite a bit because I'm a life alert install rep. That thing took me places where it was wrong. Had to stop and ask for directions many times. I could only imagine with a truck driver. God Bless you guys, Ron, and all that you guys do.

  • @mixerman1
    @mixerman1 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    Right at the end Ron snuck out of Ethan's mouth "There ya go" lol

  • @UCanCallMeMrHeavyDuty
    @UCanCallMeMrHeavyDuty หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    Good Morning from Chicago…the front end of that Western star just looks mean 😎 I love how that truck looks.

  • @bobz5474
    @bobz5474 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I’m really enjoying seeing Ethan grow into his new role as a teacher and coach explaining how to set up the pulls and describing how the operation is proceeding! ❤😊

    • @RonPratt
      @RonPratt  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thank you, it is a source of great pride for us. He is more knowledgeable than I was at 21. Thanks for watching and God bless.

  • @mattdial7353
    @mattdial7353 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I can’t tell you how much it puts a smile on me to hear Ethan teach these new guys and watch him teach all the safe tricks

    • @RonPratt
      @RonPratt  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      He is one who learns by observation. Everyone has varied learning styles. He has picked up a lot from doing that and has turned into quite the patient teacher. We are proud of him. He has gained more knowledge than I had at 21. Thank you for watching and God bless.

  • @joeharley90
    @joeharley90 8 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Loving the new door decals

  • @Jrh-rp7np
    @Jrh-rp7np หลายเดือนก่อน +32

    This isn’t shocking in the least., I drive a cement mixer and we have a giant detailed map of our entire area where they batch our loads, and because apparently guys can’t read maps and follow their cellphone GPS they find themselves down roads with no trucks allowed,, going over weight limit bridges.. it’s insane…. It’s like dude really you couldn’t see the sign.. oh my gps told me to go that way., and I always say hey if your gps told you to drive off a cliff would you ., and the scary thing is., I think they would.. common sense and reading signs goes a long ways,,

    • @JV-pu8kx
      @JV-pu8kx หลายเดือนก่อน

      The 11'-8"/12'-4" bridge would agree with you. Plenty of signs too many morons choose(?) to ignore!

    • @Awalker5000
      @Awalker5000 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I totally agree with you. I am pretty much retired now driving trucks. I have noticed that these 'new' truck drivers are getting too used to GPS and other electronic directional devices. They are not using common sense but they will learn.. 😀

    • @demonknight7965
      @demonknight7965 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Comon sense is a very rare commodity. From what i can tell it always has been.

    • @frumsmcnoodles323
      @frumsmcnoodles323 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      People have driven down a wharf and off the end into the ocean because their GPS told them to...

    • @jgpix1
      @jgpix1 หลายเดือนก่อน

      It just comes with experience. You gotta mess up once if you wanna learn. I bet he’ll think twice about turning down a county road from now on

  • @ramrod6279
    @ramrod6279 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I'm a truck driver myself. I dont understand why this driver would even try a sketchy road like that one. Great job by Ethan & crew. Stay safe guys. God bless

    • @jgpix1
      @jgpix1 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I will just say he must not have been driving for very long

    • @RonPratt
      @RonPratt  หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Many of us just have to learn by making the oopsies. LOL Lord knows I have made several. Thank you for watching and God bless.

  • @3252fly
    @3252fly หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    Hi Ron. = I always carry a paper map to double-check GPS. == Paper is NEVER WRONG!!!

    • @SPD_driver
      @SPD_driver หลายเดือนก่อน

      @3252fly I'd qualify that..I had printed maps be wrong in the past. They never get a dead battery. And don't give you wrong directions (as YOU need to read them).... but they have been wrong before!

  • @chrischristenson4547
    @chrischristenson4547 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Very well done. You learn quickly over the last little while. Nice job

    • @RonPratt
      @RonPratt  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thanks for watching and God bless.

  • @shirleyannconfer9651
    @shirleyannconfer9651 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    I’m a retired snow plow dispatcher. You wouldn’t believe how many times my plow trucks had to rescue some twit whose GPS had led them into the boondocks on a road that had most definitely not been made for a tractor trailer. 🙄 When you add a good snowstorm into the mix, things get really hairy.

    • @RonPratt
      @RonPratt  หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      I am okay with snow, but it is the ICE that worries me. We don't get a ton of either anymore so I can't complain. Years ago, it was scary when the black ice coated first, then snow on top. Dangerous and deadly. I'm sure you have a lot of stories to tell from that job. Thank you for watching and God bless.

    • @shirleyannconfer9651
      @shirleyannconfer9651 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@RonPratt I’ll take a foot of snow over fifteen minutes of sleet and freezing rain anytime and twice on a weekend! Everything goes to hell in that fifteen minutes.

  • @vaughanellis7866
    @vaughanellis7866 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

    This is a very common occurrence in the UK, though it usually happens to drivers from the EU who blindly follow their GPS without setting it to "HGV Only" routes!.
    As for Ethan sounding like Ron, the same used to happen with me and my father when we'd answer the phone, we'd invariably have to call for the other to take the call.

  • @TheViperPitYT
    @TheViperPitYT หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Where is the common sense nowadays? ❤ your videos. 1:25

  • @DavidGravitt-mx1th
    @DavidGravitt-mx1th หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Father, like son Ethan, you do sound like your father. God bless you and your crew

  • @keenanperryman1486
    @keenanperryman1486 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    God bless you Ron and crew love the videos I been watching you guys for a while now everything you guys do is simply amazing

  • @ralgith
    @ralgith หลายเดือนก่อน

    Ethan, you have come so far and learned so much. I hope your father is proud.

    • @RonPratt
      @RonPratt  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      We are all very proud of that boy. He has learned far more than I had at 21. He is often a quiet observer, but takes it all in and then retrieves it when needed. Thank you for watching and God bless.

  • @TowMan127
    @TowMan127 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Man I thought it was Ron talking 😂 Ethan your dad must be super proud of you. You’ve come along way brother. Happy to see you out here doing your thing. Be safe and God bless you and the family. 🙏

    • @RonPratt
      @RonPratt  หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      We are very proud of his mastery and growth. He has become quite the teacher. Thanks for watching and God bless.

    • @TowMan127
      @TowMan127 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@RonPratt glad to see him doing his thing. God bless.

  • @gproductions9429
    @gproductions9429 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    if you want to travel in time and hear young Ron talking watch this video!!!! Great job Ethan!!!

    • @gorillaau
      @gorillaau หลายเดือนก่อน

      Much better equipment than what young Ron got to use. Technology improves with time.

  • @seanbeaudoin2086
    @seanbeaudoin2086 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Ethan is an awesome teacher just like you Ron god bless you your family and crew.

    • @RonPratt
      @RonPratt  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thanks so much for the positive comments. Thank you for watching and God bless.

  • @mattmccune7435
    @mattmccune7435 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    GPS can be a nice thing to have, but if they're not kept up to date, they can lead you in the wrong direction. Would be really cool to see both of the Western Stars working side by side sometime.

  • @dave.lawrence.3894
    @dave.lawrence.3894 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Good training video... 😊

  • @DavidSellars-b8l
    @DavidSellars-b8l หลายเดือนก่อน +12

    Ethan got the best of both parents. Very calm and deliberate. Respectful and patient. No disrespect for the driver for getting himself in a bind. No ego to feed. Takes the Golden Rule to heart. The driver was shaken and didn't want another delay or problem. Ethan took his time to show him the route.
    Recall back a ways in the Sierra, there is a mountain road which the truckers map show as a shortcut between two state routes. It isn't. There is a very sharp reverse curve on a downhill grade. The road is dirt/gravel. Log trucks can make it but not a 40 foot box trailer. A semi with a full load of bagged sugar got tangled up on this curve. In the pouring rain. Bent the trailer. It had to be unloaded in the rain. By hand. Looked at the trailer later. Right side looked like an accordion.

  • @teaches2010
    @teaches2010 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    Ok I was 10 minutes in b4 I realized it wasn't ron! Matter of fact I was like, Ron's driving ethans truck!! I didn't realize it was Ethan until I saw the tattoo
    Stay safe and God bless
    #wherestalon

  • @SteveNicoson-u1i
    @SteveNicoson-u1i หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thanks Ethan for another great video. Nice work Ethan and crew. You did a great job.
    Thanks.

    • @RonPratt
      @RonPratt  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      We so appreciate the kind commentary where Ethan is concerned. He often gets the brunt of the negative, but is learning so well. He has developed into a great teacher. Thank you for watching and God bless.

  • @bibioupa3398
    @bibioupa3398 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Every time my brain defaults to thinking its Ron and it takes me a good minute to think hey this isnt quite Ron 😅 it's Ethan. I cant fathom how fast he's learnt and not just the trade, but also the way of thinking and acting that makes Ron so special. Well done to all of you !

  • @vickslab4608
    @vickslab4608 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Now that's a new meaning to offroading.

    • @RonPratt
      @RonPratt  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      You are correct!!! I am just glad there weren't any significant issues. Thank you for watching and God bless.

  • @cmpphilip
    @cmpphilip หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    GPS and Google Maps great combination, there is road near us that has 10-16 inch diameter trees growing in the middle of the road and the bridge on it was washed away in the 1938 Hurricane. But Google Maps and and some GPS show it as an active road. Oh yes I tried to get Google Maps to correct the map the did redirecting the road dow the neighbors driveway.

  • @keithbrueton
    @keithbrueton หลายเดือนก่อน

    Fantastic job Ethan and the new guys

  • @SennisBelles
    @SennisBelles หลายเดือนก่อน

    Ethan, I personally think the side road would have been a better choice to turn around. But I was not there, and ultimately, your turn around worked, you got the truck out and all was safe. Good job! 🇺🇲

  • @KarmaShaw-dc1hd
    @KarmaShaw-dc1hd หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Ethan is becoming quite the TH-cam himself
    Looking forward to seeing more

  • @jerrysadventures8952
    @jerrysadventures8952 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Always look forward to your videos

  • @SumterWrecker
    @SumterWrecker หลายเดือนก่อน

    Mr Ron. Ethan is doing an awesome job. Thanks for sharing and stay safe.

  • @BF-qt2wp
    @BF-qt2wp หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Awesome video keep up with a great work and be safe out there.

  • @gregdolivera4562
    @gregdolivera4562 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Absolutely love watching your content Ron all the way from Melbourne Australia 🇦🇺👍👍👍

    • @RonPratt
      @RonPratt  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thank you and I am happy you enjoy the videos. Thank you for watching and God bless.

  • @petemedina8446
    @petemedina8446 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Nice job there guys I like your explanation on why not to use the Outriggers when winching which makes a lot sense I also like Ethan's professionalism when he's engaging with a customer😊

    • @RonPratt
      @RonPratt  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thanks so much for the positive comments. Ethan has gotten some really negative commentary. He watches and learns a bit differently than some others. However, when put to the test, he certainly produces. He has more knowledge than I did at 21. He loves to engage with guys who have stories. He is quite respectful and patriotic for his generation. Thank you for watching and God bless.

  • @Neamerjell
    @Neamerjell หลายเดือนก่อน

    Ethan, you're an excellent trainer; patient and informative. Lots of comments say you sound so much like your father, but I can tell you apart. Your voice is more baritone and your southern drawl is slightly stronger than his. But I admit, it's a subtle difference! :)

    • @RonPratt
      @RonPratt  หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      He reads all the comments as well, and I know appreciates the positive ones. There are subtle differences in our voices, but it seems to be getting a bit more difficult to decipher which is which. Thank you for watching and God bless.

  • @13thcolony57
    @13thcolony57 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Outstanding job by Ethan and the 2 new team members. Ethan has come a long long way in such a short time. I know that Ron and Mom Pratt are very proud. STAY SAFE OUT THERE.

    • @RonPratt
      @RonPratt  หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      We are very proud of how patient of a teacher he has become. I have to say, he is the ONE person who will NEVER turn me down when I have a call. I can always count on him to show up. Thank you for watching and God bless.

    • @JohnHallgren
      @JohnHallgren หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@RonPratt any chance of having a video that formally but briefly introduces the two new guys in this video?

  • @producerk8247
    @producerk8247 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thanks Ethan! Another Pratt teaching the way. 👍

    • @RonPratt
      @RonPratt  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Yes, he has turned out to be quite the patient teacher. His mother and I are proud of him and the things he is accomplishing. It took me years longer to gather all the knowledge he has. Thank you for watching and God bless.

  • @Robert-bt1bo
    @Robert-bt1bo หลายเดือนก่อน

    Another awesome job Rod

    • @RonPratt
      @RonPratt  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thank you for watching and God bless.

  • @2ftrmike
    @2ftrmike หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Good morning Ron. Happy Friday.

  • @franceskoontz7027
    @franceskoontz7027 หลายเดือนก่อน

    How quickly time passes. Wasn't it just last week Ethan was still in High School?
    Now look at him, all grown up and has turned into the fine young man I knew he would become.
    Of course it had to be. He has an outstanding role model who loves him so very much!

    • @RonPratt
      @RonPratt  หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      Yes he is 21 now and has so much more knowledge than I did at his age. He has become a very patient teacher and working toward his potential in many areas. Now, if he would just clean his room.....his momma would be happy, LOL. Thank you for watching and God bless.

  • @stevenclaeys6252
    @stevenclaeys6252 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Thank you for another Great video. Cheers

    • @RonPratt
      @RonPratt  หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      I'm so glad you enjoy them. Thank you for watching and God bless.

  • @dominicdurrant1200
    @dominicdurrant1200 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

    You got to be so proud of Ethan, he handles his work in a truly professional manner and is so good at training new staff. Well done and keep the content rolling in

  • @johnuhlig323
    @johnuhlig323 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Welcome new guys you sure will have a great time and mentor working with Midwest Truck Great Job Ethan for his teaching. Great video.

    • @RonPratt
      @RonPratt  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      I am very proud of how well he trains and the patience he demonstrates. Not sure I could have done that at 21. Thanks for watching and God bless.

  • @brianmckenna3440
    @brianmckenna3440 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great video Ethan you were right about the Rotater not being able to get there

  • @briandusatko2302
    @briandusatko2302 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    It took me a few moments to realize that Ethan was talking and not Ron. Ethan is doing a real good job.

  • @nonaloeffler308
    @nonaloeffler308 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Welcome Alex. You are in good hands no matter which one you get.

  • @thomaswaldorf9141
    @thomaswaldorf9141 29 วันที่ผ่านมา

    To all truck drivers. If you're using GPS change settings to satellite mode, preview the routing before you get of 4 lane HWY. As a grain truck driver i go to many farms that are very limited to routes to get to farm . GPS will try to send you on route that eather save fuel or faster route. Always use satellite mode and preview route.

  • @markd1299
    @markd1299 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Dang I went back to 15:01 and it is Ethan in the muffler. His video skills have improved greatly! I would have sworn it was Ron that whole time. Great video guys!!

    • @RonPratt
      @RonPratt  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      He has become quite the operator, and is amazing at customer service. We have also been so impressed with his ability to calmly teach new employees. We are very proud of him. Thank you for watching and God bless.

  • @mikebougher3731
    @mikebougher3731 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Well Ron I'd say soon you can sit in your comfy office chair and only go out on the tow calls when you feel like it. Keep up the good work fellas and fellets.👍

    • @RonPratt
      @RonPratt  หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      I wish I could, maybe some day. It takes all of us to run the calls and the shop. I am working on lightening up a bit. Ethan has done a wonderful job of taking calls anytime I have asked him to. That has helped a great deal. I'm not as young as I was. Thank you for watching and God bless.

  • @MargieKye-xq5ti
    @MargieKye-xq5ti หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    A+ Ethan! You explain things clearer than your dad does. He sometimes makes it more complicated than necessary. Anyhow, you're quite impressive, young man. Now if you'd just get a haircut....😄

  • @duffross4252
    @duffross4252 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Team Steam you guys are awsome . Great to see someone who takes so much pride in there work . Have never seen you not go the extra mile on a job , to make sure it comes out looking new .
    Keep up the great work you do . I am about to start to restore an old Mack . Will be following the way you do everything . That way I know it will come out the best it can .

    • @RonPratt
      @RonPratt  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thank you so much for the positive commentary. That is what makes this worth while, that viewers enjoy the challenges, mistakes and successes we have in our daily work. Good luck on the restoration. I wish I had the time to engage in some of that. I found our old Marmon wrecker, but it was in pretty rough shape. I'd have loved to have bought it and brought it back home. Thank you for watching and God bless.

  • @susandallessandro5076
    @susandallessandro5076 หลายเดือนก่อน

    That's my head, also my head, still my head. I lost it. I didn't know that you were so funny Ethan! Good job guys.

    • @RonPratt
      @RonPratt  หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      He has a dry sense of humor and it appears at the most random times, lol. He is quite the character at times. Oh the stories I could share.......but I won't. LOL Thank you for watching and God bless.

  • @arthurmario5996
    @arthurmario5996 หลายเดือนก่อน

    so good to be taught by a REAL pro 👍

    • @RonPratt
      @RonPratt  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Ethan is truly finding his feet where this is concerned. He is soft spoken and patient. Although so many think he is disinterested, he is one who learns by watching and standing back. He absorbs things differently than some. When he is put to the task, on his own he delivers. Thank you for watching and God bless.

  • @Scott924m
    @Scott924m หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    Personally I don't know how drivers get in this position. I would definitely stop before going anywhere that looks like that with a 70 foot long 80.000 lb truck with google maps you can pull up the satellite picture to see where you are and where you're going .

    • @firehydrant315
      @firehydrant315 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      I have done something similar in a snow storm. You start down the road and it does not seem too bad and things get worse and worse. In the case of snow if I stopped I knew I would be stuck, in the case of the truck you get in far enough that backing out seems almost impossible and there is no place to turn around. So in both cases you press ahead hoping to make it out the other side. It has worked out for me in the past. My two cents

    • @jgpix1
      @jgpix1 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I’m sure he is relatively new and hadn’t been in an area like this before

  • @rodneyjeffery9726
    @rodneyjeffery9726 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    nice job guys

  • @jimmclean160
    @jimmclean160 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Ethan your dad taught you really well on how to do everything the right way keep up the great work and the good videos

    • @RonPratt
      @RonPratt  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      I appreciate the kind comments. He has absorbed so much information and has his own techniques. I was nowhere near as informed as he is at 21. Thanks for watching and God bless.

  • @donburg5125
    @donburg5125 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great job Ethan, you can take over for Ron. Keep up the good work. Have a safe weekend

  • @pauldillinger2286
    @pauldillinger2286 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great job guys and good video.

    • @RonPratt
      @RonPratt  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thanks for watching and God bless.

  • @leegoldeneagle9003
    @leegoldeneagle9003 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Looking good Ethan an boys always cool thanks 👍👍👍👍👍😊

    • @RonPratt
      @RonPratt  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thank you for the positive comment. Thank you for watching and God bless.

    • @leegoldeneagle9003
      @leegoldeneagle9003 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@RonPratt thank you for your time to make very nice videos for us to watch and God bless you and your family 🙏

  • @arthurbiringer5676
    @arthurbiringer5676 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great recovery! Eazy Peazy!

    • @RonPratt
      @RonPratt  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thank you for watching and God bless.

  • @TWWLI94
    @TWWLI94 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Yeah, its been amazing watching Ethan geow over the years, now I cant tell sometimes whos doing the tow! 😂 You guys stay safe!

    • @RonPratt
      @RonPratt  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      He is far more capable and confident when he is on his own. He watches and learns, that's his style. He is far more knowledgeable at 21 than I was. I hope he continues to master the job and carry on for our family. Thank you for watching and God bless.