Your composure and ability to so politely yet assertively ask the man to not get under the load -after seeing him re-rig it- is a key to safety. I hope the people who haven't worked in dangerous fields know sketchy this was at times.
Ron, I love your videos. Your comments about the old bridge brought back a lot of memories. I drove truck in the late 70's and crossed that bridge lots of times. Keep up the great work. May God continue to bless you and your family.
I’ve noticed the increase in Mike’s confidence. He seems much more comfortable working with the rotator. I can see the day coming he will be fully capable of handling any incident.
Love the extra camera angles at the end, my 4.5 yr old grandson loves to watch your videos when he comes over and I let him due to your professionalism, he is learning a lot. Thank you!
My wife and I have twin grandsons that'll be 4 years old in March 2020. They can be hellions at times, but, they're also SO much fun! They love watching Midwest Truck videos too. They're also big fans of the Cars movies by Pixar (as are my wife and I lol!), so they know who "Mater" is when they see him in Rons trucks. When a video has the big rotator in it, I always tell the boys that her name is Tator and that's what Mater wants to be when he grows up. I'm an owner operator truck driver and I've seen many heavy wreckers in action over the years, including this rotator, as well as Midwests Western Star/Vulcan. Luckily, I've never needed one myself, but, the capabilities of the trucks, as well as the professionalism of (most of) their operators always amazes me. The boys also love "paw paws truck". However, sometimes I think they'd rather ride in Rons Pete than my Freightliner!
It's a good feeling when you get home from climbing on top of buildings in -12 degrees celsius and snow, refresh the RU-vid page and see that Ron posted a video "10 seconds ago"! Greetings from Norway!
vicinetwork321 hello, sounds like my old type of work, REFRIGERATION UNITS ON TO OF ROOFS, SUMMER OR WINTER COLD & sometimes in snow,, Cheers FROM NJ,,,USA🇳🇴🇺🇸
Norway is such a beautiful country. I used to live in Northern Canada but do admit that now at retirement age I don't miss the long dark winters. Bad enough here in New England.
Must be a pretty good size ship to use that size of " screws"... the biggest ones I've ever seen were on the USS New Jersy and USS Missouri with out tiny DDG in between in dry dock at Philadelphia Naval base - ship yard .. back in 1983 - 84 . to see those Ladies up close my thought was " good lord, our little ship doesn't have a chance up against one of these giants". To all the other Vets, this Vet thanks you for your service. To the families of those who didn't make it back home, my heart felt prayers go out to you for your loss and sacrifice. This Veterans day, take a minute to think of why we have what we have.
I hope Mike and the rest of the crew really appreciate having a boss like Ron! Coming from a Bricklayer and Foreman for the past 10 years off an on, Ron is about as good as they come. My first time watching these videos and I can't stop watching. Not just in a boss but teaching, respectful, SAFE, and actually leading by example is non existent these days. Impressive to watch. I'm in Arnold, MO. You hiring? I'd love to work for you. Be Safe out there. Godspeed men!
Thanks Ron, the only thought I had at the end was BOYS WITH THEIR TOYS. LOL..WE HAVE A SET OF TRAIN HORNS ON OUR BIG RIG. LOL. PEOPLE MOVE.....GREAT VIDEO GLAD NI ONE WAS HURT...GOD BLESS .
@@vectorm4no you can't. Only certain states allow Recovery trucks To have them. And you're only allowed to when the law enforcement agency requests it. And not all states allow it, Missouri Does, and Illinois doesn't.
Hey thank you for talking about that town and the sand bags! I remember the bus video! I felt horrible for all those people along the Mississippi who was affected by the floods!! Also I loved the puns! Giving "props" to those guys! And having the "wheel in the sky" was definitely a "Journey"!! LOL
I slapped a mirror on that bridge to in back in 64 with brand new 1964 Freightliner !!! I was 24 years old at the time heavy two way traffic at the time ,the world was mine. 79 now. God lives in my heart and I'm just one telling others.
I can't count the number of times I had to cross that old bridge, normally with my cheeks puckered tight...LOL. The old bridges between Cairo, IL, Wicklyffe, KY, and Charleston, MO are still up and are almost as bad, especially the one going into Missouri. Thanks for watching and God bless.
Hi I’m a retired truck driver from California and I really enjoy your video’s keep-umm coming. I know California but I worked in the San Joaquin Valley and the High Sierras Love your rig it’s awesome brother God Bless 🙏🙏
I’ve watched, and enjoyed, all of your videos and especially appreciate your concern over safety. I thought of you when I read a local news story yesterday reporting the death of a tow truck operator who was killed while retrieving a disabled vehicle. Another vehicle drove right into him - and this was on a regular 2 lane rural road with lights flashing etc..There is no such thing as being too careful. There are too many distracted drivers out there. Stay safe and God bless.
I remember that old bridge..never drove a semi over it..but a few boats behind my pickup.. Great job man..I enjoy hearing you talk through what you are doing...let's me learn and understand..
Greetings, and continued thoughts and prayers from Ohio ..... Absolutely awesome video!! Beautiful weather, outstanding resolution clarity ... Safely and professionally done! As always, great job!!! Thank you for sharing! Stay safe and well, and be Blessed!
A simple job for Tator but a little tricky maneuverings but time-consuming. But when you have the "correct tools" you can make it look simple. That back mounted camera view was awesome today. It showed the angle those hubs were set at.
At least there were no over head wires and it wasn't raining. I remember that video of the flood and the bus. Holy cow, I'm glad I waited till the end of your video. That siren was worth the wait.
huge prop so far inland is like the old sailor joke. " when I retire from the navy I am gonna strap a set of oars on my roof and head inland till someone asks what are those things on your roof??"
Great video, always enjoy watching you and your guys working. It was good to see Mike again, hope it means his father is doing better. Stay safe and God bless. 👍☺️
This video is exactly like all the others Ron does... Respectful interesting and if you pay attention, you might mess up and learn something. Keep up the good work and may God watch over you and continue to bless you and your family.
it just remains a surprise every time what Ron or the crew is going to do again, I enjoy it every time, look forward to seeing another code 3 with your new siren. greetings from the Netherlands
I grew up in marion KY. Rode with Dad and have driving on most of the narrow bridges around west KY southern Illinois. Mo. Cairo bridge and the Mississippi River bridge to Sikeston. Kentucky Dam and KY 80 had fun bridges as well. Keep up the good work.
I know this would have been way above your pay grade, but sending out a service truck to repair the trailer might have been a better option. I enjoyed watching this video. I especially like the rigging and geometry you use because it helps me hone my rigging skills; after 35 years of doing it, I admit I can always learn something new. Thank you, and God bless you and yours.
I find your videos to be captivating Ron, once I begin watching, can't stop until the very end. The Tator is awesome! Wishing you all a safe & Prosperous New Year.
Wow those props were neat to see. Way back in the day I wrote the CNC program to machine those. I was a CNC programmer while going to College ( majored Computer Science, minor mathematician ). I was real good with math and that’s how I ended up programming.
In about 2012 going to Bentonville Ark I was on the interstate. In front of me was a semi with qa flat bed trailer that was empty. I saw the jack knife but was so close I ran through the smoke not knowing where the truck was. It missed me and everyone else too. God was watching out for us that day. You never know what will happen and since then I give these guys a lot of running space in front of me.
I can certainly understand when the guy said he has seen props on someone's drive! They are real works of art and so beautiful, I would like one on my front lawn anyway, makes a change from a garden gnome!
The other drivers did most if not all the rigging for you. No power lines,or water this time😁 Very interesting not often we or you see this type of unload reload. job. SEE YOU NEXT WEEK🇺🇸😁 Edit. I've decided to put you & you shop on my bucket list. 6:20am🇺🇸🇺🇸
I prefer to watch your tapes then any movie you and your men are so good and interesting to watch how you work and that truck is just a marvel you don’t rush to get to the next job you do it right the first time you are very good person
Mike: "I would love to have one of those, just don't know what I would do with it." Driver: "People put them in their yards as decorations!" Ron: "Why?" Me: Whatever floats your boat.
I have have grown up in the harbours of Rotterdam and worked for years as an Mechanical Engineer at a shipyard in Perth WA. Yes I can fully understand Mike. I'd love one of those in my front yard. I've installed a few under boats working on the shipyard. Your Paramedic buddy from Down Under
There's a restaurant just north of Milford, Delaware-Meding's Seafood-that has one from a Navy ship mounted on a set of posts and beam. It's a landmark around here.
Another great video. Always look forward to Friday mornings just to see new videos from Ron. We did not get to see the new traffic pickup that was mentioned but I have seen it on Facebook in the shop. Good to see Mike back to work. Hopefully his dad is OK.
It's mind-boggling how the drivers are still flying past you guys even though there's a huge prop being moved. Common sense and consideration are a rare find these days. I slow for cone zones not really for my personal safety but to make the people working on the side of the road more comfortable. Nothing scarier than having to fix something on the side of the freeway with cars flying 70 mph close to you. Also, I completely understand you being uneasy about using their chains. For those that don't quite understand, it's not so much about trust.... it's more about liability. You know your chains/equipment and even if yours fail, you're covered insurance-wise. But if their chains break, then insurance becomes a nightmare and finger-pointing usually starts. Although, job well done as always. Stay safe. Keep up the amazing content.
Hi Ron. I love watching the way you do things. I'm too old to drive wrecker anymore but, it's always a learning experience. Now, I don't know if you'll see this as it's a little late but, to clear something up for you, on airplanes they're called props. However for ships, those are called Screws. Ex NAVY man here. LOL Keep up the good work. :)
It's really nice to see some truckers which know their loads to well that hey can even do the rigging for it. Cudos to them. I hardly ever see that. But man they are a big help and super good team work there as well. Man they should show this video at SWIFT training now to help Towing Companies like yours when they break down. Teamwork goes a really long way. Excellent video by the way.
Good afternoon Ron, from NANTWICH in the UK. I have just enjoyed watching yet another of your excellent movies. Always different and always very interesting. Quite often when I see a transport incident in the UK, I say to my wife” they should get Ron out here to sort it!!” In the UK, however, you would not be allowed to transfer loads like this without a police presence. (Probably close the road as well!!) Also, the police would probably examine the trailer to determine if the wheel failure was due to negligence by the owner. I wish you and yours very best wishes and look forward to more interesting news from Scott City. Thank you.
@ Ron Pratt, No, Thank You. You have been so Kind for Letting Us View your Up-Loaded Video Clips and Letting the Rest of the Aides/Pro. Tow Truck Recovery Drivers learn more Tricks of the Trade. God Bless You and Your Family with Co-Employees.
I am so excited about those amazing camera angles, and that ending ;) For those who stuck around hehe :) Ron, ive been watchin your channel for a little while now, and it all started by accident ( No pun intended Lol) And ive been watching you since. I thoroughly enjoy every video you have produced for our viewing pleasure. I honestly look forward to all your uploads. God Bless you, your family, and your crew of amazing workers/friends. Good Luck, and Godspeed Ron!
I wish the other 49 states would have laws designating tow vehicles as a emergency vehicle same as Police, Fire, and Ems. One of the best laws Missouri has ever established... BE SAFE!
Impossible situation= possible by Ron. Unusual cargo, piece of cake.. or at least for Ron.. lol What a challenging transfer for you. In another state, on a 2 lane highway, with just Mikey to help out. Fantastic job and well done, gents!!! God bless and have a great day!
Had a job trial today which included use of a 10 ton overhead crane, used some of the stuff I've learned in the last 2 weeks of watching your videos to help me. Anyway, props to you on a job well done. (Even though I haven't finished watching it yet)
I've spent many yrs in LE and all states should have it so recovery vehicles can at least have red and blue on while working!!! In my opinion those chains should have been tighter on those wheel blades. I also agree with you Ron on that tag line on those wheels.
A interesting video Ron, another job well done Good to see Mike working with you hope his dad is doing good Ron hope you your family and the Midwest crew have a safe and good Veterans weekend and you and the crew stay safe out there And The Q sounds awesome
Years ago I work for Ron day Trucking in Oakland California. He got the job of transporting the huge propellers from the USS Enterprise which struck a sandbar in the bay. On day 8 foot flatbed of his truck these propellers from the picture I saw appeared to stick off each side at least 4 feet
According to Dick's Towboat Gallery (TowboatGallery dot com - FYI a family friendly site) the towboat these came off of was built in 1975 as the Steel Patriot by Dravco Corp, Neville Island, PA. It has two EMD 20 cylinder 645E7B engines producing 3600 horsepower each. It has Falk 4.515 to 1 reduction gearing and the propellers (which spin in opposite directions on a twin engine boat) sit in Kort Nozzles which increase efficiency and also protect the propellers. The boat was renamed Dennis C. Bottorff in 1992 and sold to Ingram Barge Lines in 1994. Dick's Towboat Gallery has 13 photos of the towboat in use.
Just finished watching with the grandsons, as is our Friday evening tradition. While we can all hope and pray that there's never another code 3 response needed, we also know that it's a pipe dream. Hopefully, that Q will make it easier for you to arrive on scene faster. As always, bless you, your family, your crew AND your equipment!
