Hi Ron Pratt, I am in an assisted care facility in California recovering from a stroke. I have plenty of time to watch your videos. I like the way you treat everyone on the job. You incorporate your Christian way of life. Everytime you ask for a prayer, I say a little one, but not only for the victims but for you and your crew and the officers. Thank you for making these videos. As Always God Bless you.
My hat is off to the truck driver for being able to keep his truck up during this crash. I’m also very thankful that no one was killed. Ron, once again, great job.
Thank you for showing us the ride back Ron. It's was very nice to hear the driver talk about how worried he was for the people in the car and how he loves kids. That's a side of professional drivers we don't see often enough.
As a first responder, I appreciate the equipment, professionalism, compassion, respect and safety that you use on your recoveries......Thank You, God Bless.
If you ever check out a channel called Ambuchannel. About a guy who works as an ambulance driver over in the Netherlands. It's amazing to watch how people over there actually purposely get out of the way of emergency vehicles. It puts all the drivers over here in the US to shame with how little they pay attention
I use to feel this way, then one day an ambulance was tail gating me with their lights on, didn't notice them over the wind/music. What made it odd was I had just pulled over to let a different emergency vehicle pass me, then got back up to speed and maybe 20 seconds later this ambulance was behind me. The road behind me was straight and clear, so he must've been hauling ass if I didn't see him half a mile behind me.
That is pretty awesome I'll admit lol, most of the tow trucks i've seen have them built into the inside of the compartment not on the back side of the door. That's pretty awesome
@@MET90LX Drove for awhile before going back to the military and loved those charlie boy nineteens. Retired, got an RV, souped it up with CB and hit the road (5/1998), Oof no joy, not one "breaker one nine" on I-40! Sirus XM saved my RV travels!
Ron Pratt is quite possibly the man that will save the tow truck driver's image. Too many of them I see lose their cool and become just as dangerous as the wreck they're trying to reach. This guy keeps his cool in even the most dire situations, and it proves again and again to be the best way to handle wreckers. If I had a hat, I would pop it off my head for you Ronald.
So nice to see a tow company willing to clear off debris from the roadways after an accident. I'm used to seeing plastic pieces, bumpers, tabs and glass just swept off to the side of the road or center divide. Hats off to you again sir, classy as always.
Ron you should never worry about needing to speak to the camera when your working under these conditions, busy highway, working on your own. Any one watching your videos long enough knows how difficult it can be working on your own! God bless
Ron - This is certainly the most useful thing I've watched on TH-cam in a good bit. Most of us have no clue as to what it takes to clear an accident scene. We just whine about the traffic delay. Thank you for this service, both on the road and for sharing some reality with us. I thank The Lord for you, and may He continue to keep you safe.
Ron, thanks for sharing this video...my late father in law was a truck driver and would share stories about driving in all sorts of conditions...especially in the winter (we're in MN). You're professionalism, compassion, and concern for the driver are very clear in the video...as well as keeping toys in the truck to calm kids while their family vehicles are being recovered by your company. You are truly a "knight of the highway."
Ron, both your videos and Heavy Rescue 401 is what got me into heavy wrecking. First girl in the companies history to be hired on. Torn shoulder unfortunately took me out of the game, but I gotta say, you're extremely professional and concise in your duties. Keep it safe out there, driver, and may the gods and goddesses watch your 6.
For someone who knows absolutely nothing about the big rigs, this video was absolutely fascinating. I couldn't take my eye off it!!! Thanks for posting it. Big truck drivers are amazing!!!!
My dad was in an accident and he lost his life to a drunk semi driver. The driver was told to not drive but he did. My dad was a veteran who was a happy man, may he rest in peace
Your client seems like a true gentleman. I hope he does well and gets back to driving, someone that cares that much and with that safe of a record is who we need on the road.
I do have to comment that you are probably the most courteous and professional tow truck driver I have ever seen in my entire life thank you for your service
Since trucks mostly do highway, I beleive it is safe to say that the average speed would be what... 40MPH? That mean 1550 hours, or at 8 hours/day = 193.75 days, 5 days/week = 38.75 weeks, 4 weeks a month = 9.69 months... Let's call it a 1 year truck.
@@thephantom1492 try 55 mph average lol That's my average with mostly running from Washington into California. If you are running in states with higher speed limits (CA is still 55, Nevada gets up to 80), and you don't have a governed truck, it can go much higher. I average 10 to 12,000 miles per month, and someone in an open truck not constantly pulling mountains, with higher speed limits is going to be higher. So if he's otr, it could easily be less than 6 months old. Oh, and we drive up to 11 hours per day, usually 6 days a week.
The occupants of that car are extremely lucky to be alive. Usually small cars being rear ended by loaded semi's doesn't turn out so well! You did an amazing Job with the trucker and keeping him calmed down. I think he was realizing what happened as you were talking with him.
I agree about the semi vs car thing I was amazed to see just the rear half missing on the car and no extreme injury's normally I would see or hear that the car nearly exploded on the hit or is now a metal pancake with the fairly high chance of extreme injury's or death but this was quite amazing to see that car not to badly damaged for what it was hit by
I expected a pancake of twisted metal! I see a truck, and I think "stay out of their way"! I was once riding my motorcycle on just a 2-lane highway through a very winding, mountainous section with double white lines (so overtaking was impossible) when I came up behind a semi with a recognisable company logo, he was going MUCH slower than the 60mph speed limit - I stayed well back, but within 2 minutes another semi with the same company logo came right up behind me and kept right on my ass, pushing me closer and closer to the truck in front of me which had now sped up - until I was completely pinned within a 30 foot space between the two trucks at 60mph...I WAS SHITTING MYSELF, and wondering WTF they were playing at....I could see in my mirrors that the driver behind me was talking and laughing - I knew the two drivers were communicating with each other. I've never been SO frightened in my life! And they kept it up for a full 20 minutes until the road finally straightened out a bit and I took the risk to pull out into God only knows what might have been coming the other way, but thankfully it was clear! Had I not been an experienced rider I would have been minced-meat - and I still believe that was their intention. WHY they did that to me, I will never know. I went to straight to a police station in the next town I came to - the rego plate of the truck in front was burned into my memory. Only to be told, "Well, that's the risk you take when you ride a motorcycle". NO IT IS NOT! Those two truckers were playing a very deliberate and very deadly game WITH MY LIFE - and I wonder how many others they've done it to, because they were clearly enjoying themselves immensely. I certainly wasn't!
@@j.whiteoak6408 I'm sorry that happened to you. I've seen cars do the same thing (I'm a cager, but rode with my husband for years on the back of his bike.) I've gotten to the point where if I drive near a bike, I keep a close eye on them, helping them if need be. Games like that should never be played on the road. Ever.
I've watched other videos of Rotators in action in other States..... they sure don't know how to use their equipment as efficiently and as safely as you do. You are the Master there Ron.
The tow trucks in Missouri have to be authorized by law enforcement to run code. Having the ability to run code to get to a scene in order to help emergency crews clear a scene and prevent other injuries is a really good deal.
@@FartassVolfgangus Its just like any other emergency vehicle, You can only run code with authorization from the dispatching agent(in Ron's Case its the local police that give him authorization) No emergency vehicle can just run code whenever the driver feels like it, because yes that would be terrible.
Great video ! I have 30 yrs with a municipal fire dept and this is a first. I’ve not seen a tow truck running lights and siren to an incident. It would sure get you guys there faster. I requested police escort for tow trucks before, just to get them to us. One thing is for sure, traffic will not move for you, or us, or anyone else ! I’ll say this, you guys that are real pros with those trucks, can do some amazing things with them. Be safe, good channel ! 🇺🇸
Was in stopped traffic on the Interstate account an accident up ahead. First EV came down the left hand shoulder and all traffic inched over to the right and onto the right shoulder to allow room for the EV to pass. Second EV came down the right shoulder. In this case, coordination between the various EV units would have benefited the 2nd EV unit.
Love these tow truck guys, but as a retired firefighter I don’t get why they are allowed to run code. What’s the emergency to get him pulled out of the median? He maybe saved himself 10 minutes.
Good morning Ron. Of all the videos I've watched this is the first time you got on the CB to get the darn trks to move OVER! Also the 4 wheelers ARE either blind or deaf can't see a emergency vehicle coming up behind THEM! thank God nobody was killed. God bless you & stay safe.🚑🚒🙏🙏☝
What part of flashing lights and siren do people not understand ? Can't get there to help if others are just too stunned to get out of the way . If it was thier families at risk or injured they be crying why is it taking so long , people need to truly wake up and stop being consumed by thier own lives. Great job keeping your cool Ron and getting job done with everyones safety and concerns in mind
I think many times it's that they just don't care. You do get a few that will sort of freeze but most will flip you off or ignore you. Until they are the ones calling, then the first thing is "What took you so long, I called you 3 minutes ago"
Anita Martini you got it right when you said “a sense of entitlement.” They don’t move over because they want to go farther than everyone else before getting over.
When i was a fireman i ran a ferderal pa 300 siren 100 watt i found most people could not hear it so i upgraded my lights and siren ,siren upgrade went to a federal pa 4000, 200 watt and now i had their attention
You Sir are a class act tow truck driver!! Asking if the driver was ok, calling everyone sir, knowing and doing your job quickly and confidently!! Thank you for taking me along,I'd be proud to ride with you anyday!!
I feel for that trucker. The guilt he felt was thick at the end of the video. The good news is everyone escaped without major injuries and broken cars and trucks can be repaired or replaced. The Good Lord was definitely watching out that day.
Superb professionalism and technical ability by the recovery team! A joy to see how a difficult job was successfully completed by a trustworthy company. Congratulations and well done!
So glad your video popped up as recommended first time TH-cam recommended something good I been binge watching your videos for 5 hours now and I got to be up for school in 2 hours lol keep up the good content. you seem like a genuine dude and seem to take pride in your work on how professional you are
Well that (doubly) answered my question about hauling with the Tator. Super glad the truck driver was alright considering, and hopefully nothing worse than a lesson learned on the driver of the car. Thanks Ron!
You're good with people. I've been in a bad crash and some bad situations before and a friendly person with an uplifting attitude can make a huge difference on you stress levels.
Hello man, i am from France i watch your videos often, you do good job, I like what you do. I never see a truck like yours here in France full of technology and options. Have nice day, keep making videos i will watch all of them. God bless you.
That was a real Blessing to be able to keep that Rig as straight that as he did without any steering! So glad everyone was ok. And that Ron was there to help with the recovery. May God Bless...
Damn once he said he was hauling rollstock I was shocked he didn't get seriously injured... back in February '18 here in Pa we had a massive ice storm roll in and caused a bad accident on the Turnpike... we were out there for almost 6 hours in the Ice/Sleet cutting the driver out. All the rollstock he was carrying broke loose and pinned the guy down near the transmission of the truck, he had a fractured skull and collapsed lung, the medic wanted to fly him out but due to weather that wasn't an option... The only reason it took us that long to get him out was there were no available heavy rescues close to us to lift those damn things off the cab, the driver is one lucky man because he survived... Honestly I thought that if his injuries didn't kill him hypothermia would.
It is so wonderful to hear two men openly speaking of GOD. GOD bless you and your family. We need more people like you in this world, someone not ashamed to openly speak of our FATHER in Heaven. THANK YOU.
I saw an hour and 7 minutes and was like, "I'm not going to watch the whole thing, but I want to see what happened." 1 hour and 7 minutes later, "I'm like, it's over already?"
Yahtzee. I watched about a hslf dozen before i noticed time on most was hour+ lol. And im like Johnny 5 from short circuit. More Input!! Need more input!!! Lol
Love watching towies at work! The skill, the powerful trucks, the knowledge. Getting vehicles out of crazy spots making it look easy. Hard work at its finest. Love the high tech trucks. Stay safe! And may your angels always be with you and keep you protected.
I sure am glad I ran into your channel there Mr.Ron Pratt.As a retired truck driver I really enjoy your videos.Very unfortunate for those drivers.May God bless them and you Mr Pratt.
It was so heart warming to see the transportation specialist treated with dignity and respect, as well as being afforded the courtesies of a skilled consumate professional!! Nice video
How do you set things to get recommended and get them sent to you? I have to go looking for this even tho' I subscribed and did the bell+"All". Ditto the other trucking sites I to which subscribed.
@@timothybarham6374 i see i'm not the only one binge watching these. Its been awhile but i think this was i'm my recommended from when i was watching older doj gtaRP videos.
@@dross24MA You tube goes by what you have already been watching. That shows them what your interests are. I must drive them crazy because I watch everything from knitting to building to quail etc.!!!
Great video Ron, thank God that everyone made it out safely. It was also cool to see you run code. Love how much you care about making sure everyone is okay once you arrive on scene. Keep up the great work.
You are so unbelievably skilled and smart to do the things you do in truck recovery! Granted I’m just a retired engineer, and have to admit that takes skill and experience and lots of smarts. Thanks for sharing these recoveries. I learn a lot and gained a true appreciation for folks in your area of expertise.
Thanks for your videos, Ron. I've only been watching a few weeks, but you've helped me to realize how much of a dumbass I've been about big rig wrecks. I used to be the typical car/van driver, in that when I drove by wrecks like this I always just figured the trucker had done something stupid. Now I know that I don't know what might have happened to cause the accident, and I shouldn't assume the worst. Thanks again! 👍
Happy noone was seriously hurt, but I have to say you are super professional and loved your radio etiquette in the beginning. Great job, awesome human being!!!
I am in the same boat as you. Somewhere there is probably a channel for left handed wrecker operators born on the third Tuesday of the month. If you like these as I do, I also enjoy Sumter Wrecker.
Excellent job, cautious, efficient, knowledgeable, and confident. Hope the folks in the 4 wheeler are ok. Great video, I wonder how many people are aware of how you professionals do such work.
You're videos are so addicting! And you do a great job of being professional and friendly. Whenever I broke down, you guys are always my heros,so thank you for what you do and please stay safe out there! 🙂❤
Ron, my friend, I've just gotta count my blessings. Our brother Jesus and His Father were watching over me and my dad's driver as we lost the brakes on my dad's GMC C7500 box truck near Trout Run, PA on Good Friday. We nearly hit another motorist, but the motorist saw the speeding truck coming just in time and got moving! God and His angels were watching and keeping us safe. God Bless, my friend.
Two things I noticed. 1. The beeping when you turned on the engine upon your first getting into the truck. The driver mentioned that beeping as well. The truck was letting you know something was wrong, 2. You might want to consider having your backup camera on the rotator instead of on that new rollback.
I have been viewing a few other TOW / Recovery company videos on here recently, and there are alot of DIFFERENCES in the techniques used. I can see some real Rookies out there. I guess it's all down to experience really, something only time can teach. But so far Ron you guys look to be the best. Nice work...
I am very happy that everyone was okay in this accident unfortunately although the truck driver was not at fault it will still be put on his record as an accident this I do not agree with
acidburn21281 as a truck driver, I agree wholeheartedly. A lot of the accidents are from inattentive drivers doing things around big trucks they shouldn’t, but we as drivers of big trucks get the blame. And you are right, anytime a person is taken by ambulance, or a vehicle is towed, the CDL holder is charged with a reportable accident. Both the driver and his company take the hit. No matter who is at fault.
@@jameswatts8137 Damn Thx for The Heads up Brother of The Highway as I am Starting My Trucking Career here soon and I now know I need to do what I can to Avoid Accidents as It is The only way One day I'll end up with My Family's Flatbed Trucking Company Beck and Russ Transportation
That’s the first time I’ve seen a tow truck respond code to an accident. Wish they did that where I live. It takes tow trucks a while to get to an accident. Great videos, definitely subscribing!
Why did those forks look to big for that axle? Looked like you could have possibly used smaller forks to prevent any sliding within the fork? Working on that type of call puts a lot of pressure on the operator to get the road open ASAP. Might not look like it but Ron just got 2 weeks workout on one call. Stay safe Ron, God Bless.
Dan Dunning That was my thought too, but, Ron is the pro while I'm just a truck driver that enjoys his videos. He did say something about the type of steer axle and not liking the location of the forks. He and Mike also added extra chains to help keep everything in place. My main concern was not having any brakes except his own which he did rectify. I've pulled roll stock and even on the best day, those loads are HEAVY. Also, unless you have trailers dedicated to that type of load, no matter what you do, I guarantee that they'll shift every time too.
I was wondering the same. Definitely not calling him out. He knows his stuff and has his reasons for what he does but I use my middle height 4.5" forks for those axles. Snug fit and down in the throat of the fork. But again I'm sure he has a reason for it. Love all his videos.
They were too tall, and he would have to reblock it hook up! He wanted to clear the road, plus the axle didn't have u-bolts as most do! That is why he chained the axle from side to side so it wouldn't slide and lose control!
Trucker is a wonderful soul! Love those old school truckers. God bless him . Hopefully the lady has a speedy recovery. Roll on 18 wheeler roll on. Thank you for your service to or nation.
It amazes me people have screaming lights and sirens behind them and they act like there out for a Sunday drive oblivious to what's behind them...smh Talk about Jesus take the wheel he did in this case....
We need more drivers like these two on the roads. Calm & collected. And more concerned about the safety of others then them selves. Instead of the typical "Im bigger then you" attitude.
God Bless the Driver, no one hurt or loss of life...Prayers for all involved... Great job Ron as usually.... but you do make it look easy, LOL, Glad your ANGELS HELP to KEEP you SAFE... God Bless and Stay SAFE..
I would donate to that in a heartbeat. People don't seem to notice the current siren at all and it ends up taking several horn blasts to move people. Ron definitely needs a "Screaming Q" for the Rotator.
Lol, id love if it had one. I cant be sure but i suspect the current siren isn’t very powerful (like a 60 watt system) and the speaker is not aiming out good
32:10 That is one hell of a story that cop is telling the trucker, sounds like a tough call-out. Glad that nobody had any severe injuries and that even with a broken steering linkage and a trailer full of rollstock that the truck didn’t topple.
Gotta love how you guys still use the CB, in the uk it’s died somewhat and doesn’t have the following like in the USA, love the video under the circumstances, love your rig man, what a great workhorse to use! Well hopefully these unfortunate accidents happen during the day while it’s nice outside for you.👍
I don’t pretend to know much about your business, but the efficiency in getting the truck off the median and back to your lot gave me much respect for your job and how you handled the driver and police. Keep safe out there and God bless…
Poor truck hasn't even been broken in yet. Looked like it only had 43k on the odometer. Thank goodness everyone survived with non life threatening injuries!
I appreciate your professionalism, proficiency, and efficiency in your work! Looks like an exciting job...every wreck is different and you calmly and quickly take care of it.
I’ve been watching and subscribed for a while now U sir are a straight out professional I’ve been driving for almost 20 yrs brother keep making that bank and all y’all be safe out there.it kills me with laughter when u direct everyone with authority my man like I said u are a true professional thanks for all y’alls hard work
I'm so glad that the truck driver didn't have to carry the pain of hurting or killing someone. God bless.
And his decision to mount a few cameras just paid off enough he'll probably never so much as get on a bicycle without a camera running.
@@kd5nrh That is why I have front and rear dash cameras on EVERY vehicle I own.
The passenger was injured but not life threatening though.
I don't think that could happen in any case it would have been the car driver hurting or killing themselves
@@jclar3565 the truck driver would still likely blame themselves and carry that weight on their conscience, even if it 100% wasn't their fault
Hi Ron Pratt, I am in an assisted care facility in California recovering from a stroke. I have plenty of time to watch your videos. I like the way you treat everyone on the job. You incorporate your Christian way of life. Everytime you ask for a prayer, I say a little one, but not only for the victims but for you and your crew and the officers. Thank you for making these videos. As Always God Bless you.
weaving a 50 ton in and out of traffic while shifting, smooth as butter
Ron could almost thread a needle with that rotator... almost.
@@gorillaau Agree, It would MAKE FOR A GREAT VID, THO!! tHANKS.
except for the white suv that slammed breaks with ron behind it and decided to turn left when right lane was open
My hat is off to the truck driver for being able to keep his truck up during this crash. I’m also very thankful that no one was killed. Ron, once again, great job.
I agree with you on both. It takes skill to maintain behind the wheel in a situation such as this. Thank you for watching and God bless.
Thank you for showing us the ride back Ron. It's was very nice to hear the driver talk about how worried he was for the people in the car and how he loves kids. That's a side of professional drivers we don't see often enough.
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As a first responder, I appreciate the equipment, professionalism, compassion, respect and safety that you use on your recoveries......Thank You, God Bless.
When the siren fails to move people, a good horn rage always works. People need to wake up and pay more attention to their surroundings...
I know and they were scattering in all directions like idiots.
If you ever check out a channel called Ambuchannel. About a guy who works as an ambulance driver over in the Netherlands. It's amazing to watch how people over there actually purposely get out of the way of emergency vehicles. It puts all the drivers over here in the US to shame with how little they pay attention
I would imagine a good number of them were on their cell phones complaining about the traffic.
I use to feel this way, then one day an ambulance was tail gating me with their lights on, didn't notice them over the wind/music. What made it odd was I had just pulled over to let a different emergency vehicle pass me, then got back up to speed and maybe 20 seconds later this ambulance was behind me. The road behind me was straight and clear, so he must've been hauling ass if I didn't see him half a mile behind me.
I can neither confirm or deny using the "chrome horn" on a wrecker or fire engine to move "things" out of the way in times like that.
That door that flips down to reveal the control panel is the coolest thing I’ve seen all day!
That is pretty awesome I'll admit lol, most of the tow trucks i've seen have them built into the inside of the compartment not on the back side of the door. That's pretty awesome
Ron - ULTIMATE Seriously A Adult Toy as Work Grizzly 🐻 on steroids not even budge
That whole truck is super cool like a big boy toy I told him I’ll steal it if I ever see it alone😁
IKR, the little boy in me wants to run that truck.
"Make way guys, or i cant clear the road for ya!" Haha, perfect argument! XD
He handled the situation calm and professionally! Even though I know he probably wanted to cuss them out!!! GREAT JOB Ron!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Most of those day cab line haul trucks don’t have a CB in them.
@@MET90LX Nor does cross country trucks anymore, with GPS, Satellite and Cell phones, CB radios and passe'.
@@MET90LX Drove for awhile before going back to the military and loved those charlie boy nineteens. Retired, got an RV, souped it up with CB and hit the road (5/1998), Oof no joy, not one "breaker one nine" on I-40! Sirus XM saved my RV travels!
Ron Pratt is quite possibly the man that will save the tow truck driver's image. Too many of them I see lose their cool and become just as dangerous as the wreck they're trying to reach. This guy keeps his cool in even the most dire situations, and it proves again and again to be the best way to handle wreckers. If I had a hat, I would pop it off my head for you Ronald.
So nice to see a tow company willing to clear off debris from the roadways after an accident. I'm used to seeing plastic pieces, bumpers, tabs and glass just swept off to the side of the road or center divide. Hats off to you again sir, classy as always.
Blessed! The truck driver could have been killed if the roll stock had shifted! Praise the Lord everyone involved is ok!
Ron you should never worry about needing to speak to the camera when your working under these conditions, busy highway, working on your own. Any one watching your videos long enough knows how difficult it can be working on your own! God bless
I agree: subtitles are good at explaining later, when rendering the video for TH-cam. I actually like that style.
Ron - This is certainly the most useful thing I've watched on TH-cam in a good bit. Most of us have no clue as to what it takes to clear an accident scene. We just whine about the traffic delay. Thank you for this service, both on the road and for sharing some reality with us. I thank The Lord for you, and may He continue to keep you safe.
Well said. I had no idea what all had to be done in a situation like this.
My reaction to that traffic would not be fit for video. You kept your composure like a champ Ron.
Hope that wagon driver bounced back ok felt for the fella there 🙂
Some times thing the draggingwagon needs a 'dozer blade or a excavator bucket and thumb.
Ron, thanks for sharing this video...my late father in law was a truck driver and would share stories about driving in all sorts of conditions...especially in the winter (we're in MN). You're professionalism, compassion, and concern for the driver are very clear in the video...as well as keeping toys in the truck to calm kids while their family vehicles are being recovered by your company. You are truly a "knight of the highway."
Amen!!! I agree!!!💙💙🙏🙏💙💙
Ron, both your videos and Heavy Rescue 401 is what got me into heavy wrecking. First girl in the companies history to be hired on. Torn shoulder unfortunately took me out of the game, but I gotta say, you're extremely professional and concise in your duties. Keep it safe out there, driver, and may the gods and goddesses watch your 6.
You go girl, that's amazing! I'm sorry about your shoulder, I hope you recover quickly!
For someone who knows absolutely nothing about the big rigs, this video was absolutely fascinating. I couldn't take my eye off it!!! Thanks for posting it. Big truck drivers are amazing!!!!
Amazing! And I must say how refreshing it is to see you react so kindly to drivers who block your way as you approach accidents. You live your faith.
My dad was in an accident and he lost his life to a drunk semi driver. The driver was told to not drive but he did. My dad was a veteran who was a happy man, may he rest in peace
I'm so sorry for your loss.
May He Rest In Peace, my deepest condolences sir
Honda Bear may god bless you and your family, i give you all my condoles
Honda Bear, may your father rest in peace. May he be missed and loved
May the driver of that semi never drive again. Doesn't deserve a license if they going to drink and drive
Good example of why the CB is still useful you should still have one and if you choose not to talk on it at least listen to it!
Unless you're rolling through West Memphis, AR. Nothing but the CB repair shop and lot lizards flooding the air waves.
Your client seems like a true gentleman. I hope he does well and gets back to driving, someone that cares that much and with that safe of a record is who we need on the road.
I would say blessed. 40,000+ in the back and no steering? That could have been soooooooo much worse.
Roll over would be the worst thing.
@@acrazy834 Or load shift crashing through the back of cabin.
I do have to comment that you are probably the most courteous and professional tow truck driver I have ever seen in my entire life thank you for your service
62k miles on a big rig is like a showroom fresh car with 1000 miles being smashed up. Its all fixable though.
Since trucks mostly do highway, I beleive it is safe to say that the average speed would be what... 40MPH? That mean 1550 hours, or at 8 hours/day = 193.75 days, 5 days/week = 38.75 weeks, 4 weeks a month = 9.69 months... Let's call it a 1 year truck.
that international had 43,853 miles on it, that cummins had just got broke in good.
@@thephantom1492 try 55 mph average lol
That's my average with mostly running from Washington into California.
If you are running in states with higher speed limits (CA is still 55, Nevada gets up to 80), and you don't have a governed truck, it can go much higher.
I average 10 to 12,000 miles per month, and someone in an open truck not constantly pulling mountains, with higher speed limits is going to be higher.
So if he's otr, it could easily be less than 6 months old.
Oh, and we drive up to 11 hours per day, usually 6 days a week.
@@thephantom1492 No, most 1 year olds have between 80 and 200k
@@thephantom1492 My company say average pre year is 125000.
The occupants of that car are extremely lucky to be alive. Usually small cars being rear ended by loaded semi's doesn't turn out so well! You did an amazing Job with the trucker and keeping him calmed down. I think he was realizing what happened as you were talking with him.
I agree about the semi vs car thing I was amazed to see just the rear half missing on the car and no extreme injury's normally I would see or hear that the car nearly exploded on the hit or is now a metal pancake with the fairly high chance of extreme injury's or death but this was quite amazing to see that car not to badly damaged for what it was hit by
I expected a pancake of twisted metal! I see a truck, and I think "stay out of their way"!
I was once riding my motorcycle on just a 2-lane highway through a very winding, mountainous section with double white lines (so overtaking was impossible) when I came up behind a semi with a recognisable company logo, he was going MUCH slower than the 60mph speed limit - I stayed well back, but within 2 minutes another semi with the same company logo came right up behind me and kept right on my ass, pushing me closer and closer to the truck in front of me which had now sped up - until I was completely pinned within a 30 foot space between the two trucks at 60mph...I WAS SHITTING MYSELF, and wondering WTF they were playing at....I could see in my mirrors that the driver behind me was talking and laughing - I knew the two drivers were communicating with each other. I've never been SO frightened in my life! And they kept it up for a full 20 minutes until the road finally straightened out a bit and I took the risk to pull out into God only knows what might have been coming the other way, but thankfully it was clear! Had I not been an experienced rider I would have been minced-meat - and I still believe that was their intention. WHY they did that to me, I will never know.
I went to straight to a police station in the next town I came to - the rego plate of the truck in front was burned into my memory. Only to be told, "Well, that's the risk you take when you ride a motorcycle". NO IT IS NOT! Those two truckers were playing a very deliberate and very deadly game WITH MY LIFE - and I wonder how many others they've done it to, because they were clearly enjoying themselves immensely. I certainly wasn't!
@@j.whiteoak6408 I'm sorry that happened to you. I've seen cars do the same thing (I'm a cager, but rode with my husband for years on the back of his bike.) I've gotten to the point where if I drive near a bike, I keep a close eye on them, helping them if need be. Games like that should never be played on the road. Ever.
"What's all that noise behind me?? Why is everyone in front of me moving over?" I guess Ill just sit here and wait. SMH...
They do this with abulences all the time
Kevin Ritchie
Usually when I hear that and see people getting over, that’s when I look back and see that I need to get over.
Too many people with their heads up their phones.
I always drive with the radio low, and when i hear a siren i swerve onto the shoulder and hit the brakes. They don't have to worry about me at all
Your profile picture goes perfect with this
I've watched other videos of Rotators in action in other States..... they sure don't know how to use their equipment as efficiently and as safely as you do. You are the Master there Ron.
This video is a great example of why allowing tow trucks to run code makes sense.
Not really, that would be a horrible idea where I’m at, the tow truck drivers here are like vultures. There would be sirens 24/7
MarwoodAuto Very true!
The tow trucks in Missouri have to be authorized by law enforcement to run code. Having the ability to run code to get to a scene in order to help emergency crews clear a scene and prevent other injuries is a really good deal.
@@FartassVolfgangus Its just like any other emergency vehicle, You can only run code with authorization from the dispatching agent(in Ron's Case its the local police that give him authorization)
No emergency vehicle can just run code whenever the driver feels like it, because yes that would be terrible.
@@legohead6- Good point.
Great video ! I have 30 yrs with a municipal fire dept and this is a first. I’ve not seen a tow truck running lights and siren to an incident. It would sure get you guys there faster. I requested police escort for tow trucks before, just to get them to us. One thing is for sure, traffic will not move for you, or us, or anyone else ! I’ll say this, you guys that are real pros with those trucks, can do some amazing things with them. Be safe, good channel ! 🇺🇸
Was in stopped traffic on the Interstate account an accident up ahead. First EV came down the left hand shoulder and all traffic inched over to the right and onto the right shoulder to allow room for the EV to pass. Second EV came down the right shoulder. In this case, coordination between the various EV units would have benefited the 2nd EV unit.
Love these tow truck guys, but as a retired firefighter I don’t get why they are allowed to run code. What’s the emergency to get him pulled out of the median? He maybe saved himself 10 minutes.
Good morning Ron.
Of all the videos I've
watched this is the
first time you got on
the CB to get the darn
trks to move OVER!
Also the 4 wheelers
ARE either blind or deaf
can't see a emergency
vehicle coming up behind
THEM! thank God nobody
was killed. God bless you
& stay safe.🚑🚒🙏🙏☝
Seems like two good men in that truck. God bless you both.
What part of flashing lights and siren do people not understand ? Can't get there to help if others are just too stunned to get out of the way . If it was thier families at risk or injured they be crying why is it taking so long , people need to truly wake up and stop being consumed by thier own lives. Great job keeping your cool Ron and getting job done with everyones safety and concerns in mind
I think many times it's that they just don't care. You do get a few that will sort of freeze but most will flip you off or ignore you. Until they are the ones calling, then the first thing is "What took you so long, I called you 3 minutes ago"
or the giant truck itself how do they not see that
Anita Martini you got it right when you said “a sense of entitlement.” They don’t move over because they want to go farther than everyone else before getting over.
@@Blazer02LS - Good point. Some may either be deaf or they don't use their mirrors.
When i was a fireman i ran a ferderal pa 300 siren 100 watt i found most people could not hear it so i upgraded my lights and siren ,siren upgrade went to a federal pa 4000, 200 watt and now i had their attention
You Sir are a class act tow truck driver!! Asking if the driver was ok, calling everyone sir, knowing and doing your job quickly and confidently!! Thank you for taking me along,I'd be proud to ride with you anyday!!
I feel for that trucker. The guilt he felt was thick at the end of the video. The good news is everyone escaped without major injuries and broken cars and trucks can be repaired or replaced. The Good Lord was definitely watching out that day.
Not the truck drivers fault.and this driver likely get behind the wheel again .
Superb professionalism and technical ability by the recovery team! A joy to see how a difficult job was successfully completed by a trustworthy company. Congratulations and well done!
Thank you so much for the support and positive comments. Thank you for watching and God bless.
Great video, Ron. It's great to see the human side of things too with the chat in the cab. Much love from the UK!!
So glad your video popped up as recommended first time TH-cam recommended something good I been binge watching your videos for 5 hours now and I got to be up for school in 2 hours lol keep up the good content. you seem like a genuine dude and seem to take pride in your work on how professional you are
His vids *are* good for when you just can*not* get back to sleep in the middle of the night!!
The driver seemed to be a Good Caring man !!
You don't need to talk much, just watching you is marvelous.
Well that (doubly) answered my question about hauling with the Tator. Super glad the truck driver was alright considering, and hopefully nothing worse than a lesson learned on the driver of the car.
Thanks Ron!
You're good with people. I've been in a bad crash and some bad situations before and a friendly person with an uplifting attitude can make a huge difference on you stress levels.
I never comment but I love your knowledge of loads and especially geometry. I am an engineer and use geometry every day. Love your videos
Man that is one high-tech, well equipped rig you have.
Hello man, i am from France i watch your videos often, you do good job, I like what you do.
I never see a truck like yours here in France full of technology and options.
Have nice day, keep making videos i will watch all of them.
God bless you.
That was a real Blessing to be able to keep that Rig as straight that as he did without any steering! So glad everyone was ok. And that Ron was there to help with the recovery. May God Bless...
That poor trucker just glad no one died God Bless you all who do this job and Frist responders bless them as well.
I want to thank you for keeping God first in all your calls. You are a true witness in action and your speech. Prayers going up for you and your's.
Damn once he said he was hauling rollstock I was shocked he didn't get seriously injured... back in February '18 here in Pa we had a massive ice storm roll in and caused a bad accident on the Turnpike... we were out there for almost 6 hours in the Ice/Sleet cutting the driver out. All the rollstock he was carrying broke loose and pinned the guy down near the transmission of the truck, he had a fractured skull and collapsed lung, the medic wanted to fly him out but due to weather that wasn't an option... The only reason it took us that long to get him out was there were no available heavy rescues close to us to lift those damn things off the cab, the driver is one lucky man because he survived... Honestly I thought that if his injuries didn't kill him hypothermia would.
holy cow.....
It is so wonderful to hear two men openly speaking of GOD. GOD bless you and your family. We need more people like you in this world, someone not ashamed to openly speak of our FATHER in Heaven. THANK YOU.
I saw an hour and 7 minutes and was like, "I'm not going to watch the whole thing, but I want to see what happened." 1 hour and 7 minutes later, "I'm like, it's over already?"
Yahtzee. I watched about a hslf dozen before i noticed time on most was hour+ lol. And im like Johnny 5 from short circuit. More Input!! Need more input!!! Lol
Love watching towies at work!
The skill, the powerful trucks, the knowledge. Getting vehicles out of crazy spots making it look easy. Hard work at its finest. Love the high tech trucks.
Stay safe! And may your angels always be with you and keep you protected.
I sure am glad I ran into your channel there Mr.Ron Pratt.As a retired truck driver I really enjoy your videos.Very unfortunate for those drivers.May God bless them and you Mr Pratt.
now this is a tow truck driver, very professional, always polite, and knows his job inside and out
That is a true driver. The drivers that have driven for years are more concerned about the other people, four wheeler and other drivers.
This is soooo much better than ANY TV show with the replays and the overdone music .. kudos!
I am glad you clearified that "Truck" Body Parts.👀
I thought same.
It was so heart warming to see the transportation specialist treated with dignity and respect, as well as being afforded the courtesies of a skilled consumate professional!! Nice video
Oh you got on the CB this time breaker breaker tator coming thru
Welcome to another episode of “why is this in my recommended?”
Did I enjoy it?
Yes.
Will I be watching more?
Probably.
Welcome to another episode of “why is this in my recommended?”
Did I enjoy it?
Yes.
Will I be watching more?
Probably.
How do you set things to get recommended and get them sent to you?
I have to go looking for this even tho' I subscribed and did the bell+"All".
Ditto the other trucking sites I to which subscribed.
I found his channel as a recommendation last week, I've been binge watching him ever since.
@@timothybarham6374 i see i'm not the only one binge watching these. Its been awhile but i think this was i'm my recommended from when i was watching older doj gtaRP videos.
@@dross24MA You tube goes by what you have already been watching. That shows them what your interests are. I must drive them crazy because I watch everything from knitting to building to quail etc.!!!
No one:
TH-cam recommended: hey wanna learn how to tow a big rig
Me: yes
Get a job towing the small stuff first.
@@kcook8119 Interested enough to watch TH-cam videos about it is a far cry from actually wanting to do that.
Ron Pratt is the Balm...
Same for me
Same
“We got body...TRUCK body parts in the median...”
Good catch Brother!!!
Great video Ron, thank God that everyone made it out safely. It was also cool to see you run code. Love how much you care about making sure everyone is okay once you arrive on scene. Keep up the great work.
Never thought i would see you here! lmao
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I'm surprised to hear sirens on a tow truck. In Canada, only Police/Fire/Ambulance have them.
Well you meet people in the strangest places
@@TheEDFLegacy in certain States you can run lights and sirens for certain emergencies
You are so unbelievably skilled and smart to do the things you do in truck recovery! Granted I’m just a retired engineer, and have to admit that takes skill and experience and lots of smarts. Thanks for sharing these recoveries. I learn a lot and gained a true appreciation for folks in your area of expertise.
God was in that truck and kept all safe. Thank God for his love and kindness to all that were in the acidity. God bless you all the time.
I am impressed at the amount of knowledge you have not only of towing but in the workings of the huge trucks.
Thanks for your videos, Ron. I've only been watching a few weeks, but you've helped me to realize how much of a dumbass I've been about big rig wrecks. I used to be the typical car/van driver, in that when I drove by wrecks like this I always just figured the trucker had done something stupid. Now I know that I don't know what might have happened to cause the accident, and I shouldn't assume the worst.
Thanks again! 👍
Happy noone was seriously hurt, but I have to say you are super professional and loved your radio etiquette in the beginning. Great job, awesome human being!!!
I swear TH-cam has a niche channel for everything! Never knew this existed. Never knew I was this interested. Now I want to learn all about this! :)
I am in the same boat as you. Somewhere there is probably a channel for left handed wrecker operators born on the third Tuesday of the month. If you like these as I do, I also enjoy Sumter Wrecker.
Meee toooo!
Excellent job, cautious, efficient, knowledgeable, and confident. Hope the folks in the 4 wheeler are ok. Great video, I wonder how many people are aware of how you professionals do such work.
You're videos are so addicting! And you do a great job of being professional and friendly. Whenever I broke down, you guys are always my heros,so thank you for what you do and please stay safe out there! 🙂❤
Ron, my friend, I've just gotta count my blessings. Our brother Jesus and His Father were watching over me and my dad's driver as we lost the brakes on my dad's GMC C7500 box truck near Trout Run, PA on Good Friday. We nearly hit another motorist, but the motorist saw the speeding truck coming just in time and got moving! God and His angels were watching and keeping us safe. God Bless, my friend.
I’m in awe of the skills & knowledge required to remove a large vehicle, how did they do it before these rotator trucks?
This rig sure is beautiful.
I was a 1/2 ton and flatbed driver and I love watching your techniques and how you solve problems. Great Job!
I really appreciate how clean and organized your rig is, clean and quick work!
Two things I noticed. 1. The beeping when you turned on the engine upon your first getting into the truck. The driver mentioned that beeping as well. The truck was letting you know something was wrong, 2. You might want to consider having your backup camera on the rotator instead of on that new rollback.
There is a reversing camera on the rotator - you see the screen at 29:19.
Ron, you are a true professional. Invaluable knowledge...….
I love the American flag on the boom control system
1:03:26 Glad I'm not the only guy that still shakes the stick even when i know its out of gear
Makes it better that its just somethin we do naturally
People don’t realize that tractor trailers can’t stop on a dime !!
Please stay safe out there drivers & thank you for keeping the county moving !!
Thank you for reducing the audio level on the intro music.
Dose anyone know what the intro music is called
Annoying lol. But good videos
I have been viewing a few other TOW / Recovery company videos on here recently, and there are alot of DIFFERENCES in the techniques used. I can see some real Rookies out there. I guess it's all down to experience really, something only time can teach. But so far Ron you guys look to be the best. Nice work...
I am very happy that everyone was okay in this accident unfortunately although the truck driver was not at fault it will still be put on his record as an accident this I do not agree with
acidburn21281 as a truck driver, I agree wholeheartedly. A lot of the accidents are from inattentive drivers doing things around big trucks they shouldn’t, but we as drivers of big trucks get the blame. And you are right, anytime a person is taken by ambulance, or a vehicle is towed, the CDL holder is charged with a reportable accident. Both the driver and his company take the hit. No matter who is at fault.
@@jameswatts8137 Damn Thx for The Heads up Brother of The Highway as I am Starting My Trucking Career here soon and I now know I need to do what I can to Avoid Accidents as It is The only way One day I'll end up with My Family's Flatbed Trucking Company Beck and Russ Transportation
acidburn21281 Good thing they were in a Camry. Most Sedans, SUVs, and Pickups would have been flattened by hit that hard.
That’s the first time I’ve seen a tow truck respond code to an accident. Wish they did that where I live. It takes tow trucks a while to get to an accident. Great videos, definitely subscribing!
That looks like the most aggressive we have seen you driving.
Why on earth do I spend my valuable days of work watching 4 plus hours of this tow truck channel?????
Why did those forks look to big for that axle? Looked like you could have possibly used smaller forks to prevent any sliding within the fork? Working on that type of call puts a lot of pressure on the operator to get the road open ASAP. Might not look like it but Ron just got 2 weeks workout on one call. Stay safe Ron, God Bless.
Dan Dunning That was my thought too, but, Ron is the pro while I'm just a truck driver that enjoys his videos. He did say something about the type of steer axle and not liking the location of the forks. He and Mike also added extra chains to help keep everything in place. My main concern was not having any brakes except his own which he did rectify. I've pulled roll stock and even on the best day, those loads are HEAVY. Also, unless you have trailers dedicated to that type of load, no matter what you do, I guarantee that they'll shift every time too.
I was wondering the same. Definitely not calling him out. He knows his stuff and has his reasons for what he does but I use my middle height 4.5" forks for those axles. Snug fit and down in the throat of the fork. But again I'm sure he has a reason for it. Love all his videos.
They were too tall, and he would have to reblock it hook up! He wanted to clear the road, plus the axle didn't have u-bolts as most do! That is why he chained the axle from side to side so it wouldn't slide and lose control!
Trucker is a wonderful soul! Love those old school truckers. God bless him . Hopefully the lady has a speedy recovery. Roll on 18 wheeler roll on. Thank you for your service to or nation.
It amazes me people have screaming lights and sirens behind them and they act like there out for a Sunday drive oblivious to what's behind them...smh
Talk about Jesus take the wheel he did in this case....
We need more drivers like these two on the roads. Calm & collected. And more concerned about the safety of others then them selves. Instead of the typical "Im bigger then you" attitude.
God Bless the Driver, no one hurt or loss of life...Prayers for all involved... Great job Ron as usually.... but you do make it look easy, LOL, Glad your ANGELS HELP to KEEP you SAFE... God Bless and Stay SAFE..
You may consider putting a Q on your chassis. They'll move when they hear it. Professional as always. Great videos
Ok, that's it. Someone start a GoFundMe Page to get a Federal Signal "Q" Siren for the Rotator.
I would donate to that in a heartbeat. People don't seem to notice the current siren at all and it ends up taking several horn blasts to move people. Ron definitely needs a "Screaming Q" for the Rotator.
I am ashamed by the lack of response of some drivers in this situation.
For someone that doesn't know like me, what is a "Q" siren?
@@Gaunt596 considering so few locations allow tow trucks to run code like Ron is able to, I'm not..
Lol, id love if it had one. I cant be sure but i suspect the current siren isn’t very powerful (like a 60 watt system) and the speaker is not aiming out good
32:10 That is one hell of a story that cop is telling the trucker, sounds like a tough call-out. Glad that nobody had any severe injuries and that even with a broken steering linkage and a trailer full of rollstock that the truck didn’t topple.
Gotta love how you guys still use the CB, in the uk it’s died somewhat and doesn’t have the following like in the USA, love the video under the circumstances, love your rig man, what a great workhorse to use! Well hopefully these unfortunate accidents happen during the day while it’s nice outside for you.👍
I don’t pretend to know much about your business, but the efficiency in getting the truck off the median and back to your lot gave me much respect for your job and how you handled the driver and police. Keep safe out there and God bless…
Poor truck hasn't even been broken in yet. Looked like it only had 43k on the odometer. Thank goodness everyone survived with non life threatening injuries!
I appreciate your professionalism, proficiency, and efficiency in your work! Looks like an exciting job...every wreck is different and you calmly and quickly take care of it.
Ron's getting the Federal signal Q!!!!!
Yeeeeeaaaaaaaahhhhhhhh
Hell finally understand the special Joy it gives a man.
We take care of what you bring in. Nice to see your side of things. Really enjoyed this.
Glad you caught yourself saying "body parts in the median" lol. You'd need more than a service truck for that Ron😉😂
😂
Can we get a body bag for a sub parts of a truck?
I’ve been watching and subscribed for a while now U sir are a straight out professional I’ve been driving for almost 20 yrs brother keep making that bank and all y’all be safe out there.it kills me with laughter when u direct everyone with authority my man like I said u are a true professional thanks for all y’alls hard work