I was training this kid and told him he better swing wide, very next week he cut to short and laid it on its side. Always listen to those who have been around! Love your channel Ron!!

@tncountryboy06

Жыл бұрын

even "those who have been around" make mistakes. none of us are perfect.

@jimsmith9819

Жыл бұрын

@@tncountryboy06 we make mistakes, yes, but not with that much room to turn

@thinkcasting3182

Жыл бұрын

I wonder how much he charged for that? $2000?

@elpacho....9254

Жыл бұрын

You were new at one time. People egos makes them forget that.

"Swing wide, it's a friggin' trailer!!" Shame on the mess. 🤣🤣🤣

Swing wide it’s a friggen trailer😱.

@gregmattox

Жыл бұрын

Shame on the mess!

@gorillaau

Жыл бұрын

Bonehead truckers. I know Ron and Co doesn't blame the driver a, that for law enforcement and the trucker's boss to deal with. However this was totally avoidable.

@donnamitchell7707

Жыл бұрын

You must watch Bonehead Truckers. I thought when Ron pulled up that it was going to be a Swifty truck 😂. Shame on the mess. Have a great day Flyerbob 🙂⚘️.

@Achangedlife2008

Жыл бұрын

Shame on the mess 🤣

I never officially drove but learned to drive in case of an emergency but I rode for 7 years. To this day nearly 30 years later I still swing wide and constantly check my mirrors. I believe it's called being a conscientious driver no matter the size of your ride.

As a kid, my father taught me to steer the trailer. Once I learned that, I never had a problem making a corner. If I had to take two lanes to swing wide enough to make a corner, then so be it. "Use the truck to steer the trailer." He was a good teacher.

@wandalbowen8101

Жыл бұрын

Yes, Amen. people who pull big rigs know how it's done. I detest drivers who pull their entire vehicle over the line blocking access.

@bobstrom2967

Жыл бұрын

I was an Army Combat Engineer Officer, and we had a lot of big rigs and long lowbeds. Training of drivers seemed like never-ending, especially in South Korea, where the roads were narrow, and the shoulders were invariably too soft. If you are not "driving the load" you will never get it to your destination.

@jaysmith1408

Жыл бұрын

I had two places where I really needed to SWIFT, one I could do with just two lanes, but tandems all the way up(and nobody on the cross road, other wise needed all four), and one where I needed the entire intersection, so about six or eight lanes (90° curb, construction had it down to one lane). Of course I had cooperation from traffic, they figured out the name on my trailer, and the store where they were going, was one and the same.

@fakenewselon7759

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing

No matter how many of these type recoveries I watch, I am still amazed at the amount of pressure the fifth-wheel king-pin holds!! Just look at the angle and torque on that pin!

@chriskulpa4056

11 ай бұрын

I know a guy whose shop does ultrasonic testing on kingpins for production and it surely is amazing.

We gonna have to get with Bonehead truckers. He needs the swing wide it's a friggin trailer shirt lol

@MGower4465

Жыл бұрын

There were a couple of videos Ron shared with Mr Bonehead, actually

@dtktrucker

Жыл бұрын

Big difference between Ron and Bonehead Truckers. Ron is about education. Bonehead Truckers is about making fun of others.

UK recovery workers would close next lane completely with cones, and put a 50 mph restriction one remaining one.😁 they love to have a lot of unused space. "Safety concerns" they call it

@GuyChapman

Жыл бұрын

Tell my mate Bob, who had a fool in a BMW park in the back of his ladder escape, with blue lights on, on a 3-appliance shout.

Ron, a most impressive rescue. You make it look SO easy.!!, despite the fact that it obviously isn’t. It’s a delight to watch an expert at work. No drama, no crisis, even though passing traffic, power lines and a water filled ditch all posed threats. You done a great job, SIR!! Best Wishes Roy W UK.

That’s another fine mess you got someone out of.. Stay safe, stay healthy, and god bless..

SWIFT -- Swing Wide It's A Freakin Trailer LoL 🤣🤣

Ron I do something unique I try to find where you are working on a particular job. That Checkered Pattern Tower was intriguing to me. You would tilt the camera at just so and I could never get my bearings. But you finally came through. When you moved around the your MW Truck and I could get a straight shot of the building in front of were you were working I captured the back of Schaefer's and figured out the rest. What is really telling is that evidently the internet does not know there is a Red and White Checkered Tower in Scott City MO. Otherwise I would have found it much faster. Would you know if that is a Water Tower? I figured that it would have to be. Those types of towers usually only have a single function.

Glad everything went smooth. And, thanking God no one was hurt. I could not believe those drives did not move over in other lane. Great video as always.

Awesome job. Ron. They never learn.

@peterhobson3262

Жыл бұрын

Quite often they learn after the first mistake.

@johnpage6174

Жыл бұрын

Leave the guy alone, he made a mistake

It's kind of ironic that we see "Caution Wide Turns" on the door and again on the mud flap. Maybe that driver ought to check those warnings out. Great job, Ron, considering the limited options you had. Love your videos.

The right tool and the right operator. It's a beautiful thing!

Your patience absolutely amazes me! Even when you have every right and reason to lose your cool, you never do (unless you just don't share those jobs, LOL). PLEASE keep the amazing, awe-inspiring content coming. I just can't get enough of your videos! This is, BY FAR, my favorite YT channel!!!

@PetrolJunkie

Жыл бұрын

If you can't keep your cool you aren't professional enough to work with the general public. I've said that to a lot of people that thought they could do a job like this. People will test every last nerve you have if you let them. If you don't, they will still try. There is nothing you can do about that. What you can do is control yourself.

@tncountryboy06

Жыл бұрын

you can hear it in rons voice sometimes that customers get on his nerves.

@jeffbushnell4910

Жыл бұрын

Mr Pratt is a man of integrity and a total professional and we all should be inspired to be like him

@edwardbaker5373

Жыл бұрын

This is correct. Absolutely have to control yourself to be a professional. Having anger issues wouldn't be good for his business, or anyone else's for that matter

@jonnywilson9117

Жыл бұрын

I'm confused, where and when exactly would Ron ever have the right to lose his cool while performing a recovery? The driver's aren't rude. Even if they're being slightly annoying and lingering around you, that's no reason to lose your cool. I don't see a reason or where he has the right to lose his cool during this job. It's not like he's there for free and it's an inconvenience to him. He's there to get the driver back on the road and to make money. Or make money first, I imagine helping people is first on his agenda.

Thank you for all you do! We found you on a random search and my 7year old LOVES to watch. You may inspire him. 😊 He especially loves your Mater ☺️

Keep up the good work Ron love watching you on KZread may good bless you

Good Afternoon My Good Big Bro Ron P.

It would be nice if the customer would just stand back instead of hovering over you as you're trying to work lol

@jaquigreenlees

Жыл бұрын

yup but if the driver is an owner operator it's his insurance that will be screaming about any damage so it is kind of understandable why he would hover a bit. He pays for the recovery without a claim and his rates don't go up, he claims it and they do.

@MGower4465

Жыл бұрын

I'm sure its annoying to the operator, but I work in IT. We have to deal with people who either hover looking over your shoulder or manage to disappear at exactly the moment you want them to 1. Recreate the problem or 2. Test the fix. Of the scenarios, having them wander off before you get confirmation you fixed their problem is the worse one. Not to say the shoulder-lurkers are enjoyable, but I would tske those over the Office Houdinis any day.

@JV-pu8kx

Жыл бұрын

Maybe he was curious, bored, nervous, or didn't know where to be or what to do.

@Embermist69

Жыл бұрын

Got myself in to a pickle one day at a customer who has relatively small space to turn around. I didn’t do what I had done the past few time. I tried something new and inadvertently went in to the mud. Ground was soft from melted snow and rain. Had to be yanked back. I was there but also out of the way. The operator was trying to set the chain on the part of the ICC bar and keep sliding down. I asked if they needed a hand, lent them a quick hand as needed. Long story short, getting stuck sucks. 😊 Oh also stay out of the way unless needed.😊

@butt_cheeks269

Жыл бұрын

He's a huge fan, this was just his scheme to get an autograph and watch the master at work.

Thanks Ron. Must have been a Heavy one to bend the bottom of the Cross member of the Trailer.. Mike M.

Ron, I see it all the time with cars even, folks only driving the front end, not the middle and rear let alone with a trailer. Good to see the drag winch getting some love!

Nothing more than I love is watching Ron Pratt videos. Used to watch my Dad with his farm equipment.😊😊

Am I the only one leaning down to see under the visor?

@chriswilford3576

Жыл бұрын

No you’re not!😂 find myself doing it often on Ron’s videos!😂😂

@KevinBenecke

Жыл бұрын

Me too.

Love watching your channel! On Bonehead Truckers, Ike mentions you most broadcasts since you helped the lady Swift drive several months ago. Like his shirt says: "Swing Wide it's a Frigging Trailer" lol. Keep up the good work. Bless you and your boys. Love watching the amazing things the rotator truck can do.

I watch all your videos. Might not be the day you post it but I watch and watch others again. Keep up the good work and videos

Hi guys I was thinking rookie mistake but he ain't no rookie!! Spatial awareness is what these drivers need! But Ron saves the day!

@russellevans2446

Жыл бұрын

His spatial awareness (or lack thereof) was on full display when Ron was deploying his outrigger.

@amillionmileride

5 ай бұрын

What makes you say he isn’t a rookie? I saw rookie red flags all over that guy. And that doesn’t even address his spatial awareness or lack of common sense…

Talking about tight spaces and just placing the truck right. That judgement was spot on. Excellent video on keeping it low and inching little by little. Thank you Ron . 👍👍

Nice quick job! Maybe using some wood blocks under (or outside) the trailer frame would have minimized the minor damage to the lower flange of the frame.

Amazing how you ascertain the problem and then the solution, allways the total professional.

I'm betting almost every driver out there has done this once in their career. It doesn't help that the ground is saturated. The most important thing is that he didn't roll and no one was hurt. Please stay safe, and God bless.

Nice to see the drag winch working somewhat properly. You would be lost without your Miller frame grab chains. Very handy. Considering boom position and angle, recovery went very well. You make them look so simple and easy Ron. Nice job! God Bless! Murfreesboro TN

YOU SIR are a MASTER !!! A true ARTIST !!! Thank you for sharing

Hey Ron love ur videos I learn alot from watching u ur amazing at what u do I consider u one of the best n hey bout the wind issue I think can get Lil wind muffs or things to go over the microphone part of ur gopro to cut that out of the video lol keep doing the awesome work n God Bless

@agentcrm

Жыл бұрын

Those little wind muffs don't help a lot with that internal microphone.

God Bless you Ron.

Ron, you are the best at what you do!! I love watching your videos!! God Bless you, my friend!! Stay safe out there!!

Thank you for sharing yours and Ethan's videos with us Ron it's gotten to the point where I can't get my Fridays started until I watch your video!

Some guys never learn been doing it over 20 yrs never have i turned that short now i turn my pick up like my semi sometimes 😂

very nicely done, Ron. Thank you and stay safe.

Driver should Preach what his Rear Sign says ......Caution Wide Turns , good Job Ron 👍

Hello Ron I've been watching ur videos for a while an must say truly enjoy an appreciate how you take the time to explain all what your doing I've watched alot of rotator videos an your the best by far entertaining an enformentive keep em coming these rotators are truly awesome thxs again 😊

As always it's a pleasure to watch an expert in action. No fuss just experience. Well done.

love your channel amazed at the many situations people find from the new driver to the veteran driver both in cars and trucks and your trucks will get them out. great team at midwest led by you thanks for all you and team midwest does.

Another awesome job by Ron You do awesome work you’re easy to customers happy keep doing the good work

Your know how is perfect, I enjoyed to watching

Awesome job! Nice and smooth! I like how you used the drag winch as well. Man it’s windy! 😂

Thanks!

I never thought that when I retired that I would be so interested in towing! Well, here I am. I worked 20 years in aircraft maintenance so this is similar. Lots of big tools for sure. You always do such a professional job. Very entertaining.

The tator is a beast awsome video again your knowledge on how to fix any problem is unreal keep up the good work and stay safe

The last 2 videos just Ron and the rotator. Just like old times and loving it!!

Ron I watch you all the time. I have done recovery in the past. I really like the rig you have. If I could do recovery again I would do it. I'm a big fan. Learned a lot from you. Keep up the good work. And God bless you. And the lord keeps you safe.

Always good watching these videos, love watching the rotater in action

Another driver ‘suggesting’ how to do Ron’s job . He looks old enough to know that he has to swing wide to get into the driveway. Another Monday morning arm chair quarterback

@TheBlueBikeDoyle

Жыл бұрын

I thought same thing.

@Embermist69

Жыл бұрын

Can’t always go by age, for some folks trucking could be a second or third career.

@stevenhoffmann9373

Жыл бұрын

We all make mistakes and can have bad days. He knew enough to stop instead of trying to power thru it.

Hard to believe with as wide as the entrance was that he would cut it that short. Good job Ron. I do like the shorter video also.

@tncountryboy06

Жыл бұрын

im wondering if someone else was possibly coming out of that driveway at the same time

@killer2600

Жыл бұрын

My guess is he forgot about his trailer when he made the turn in. Happens often with rookies and even absent minded experienced drivers can make the mistake. If I had to guess I'd say this driver is a little fresh under the belt - age isn't a tell of experience in trucking anymore, tons of older people are just starting out.

It is nice to have one that is quick and easy. Not saying it could not have gone bad. Ron makes it look easy. Thank you for your videos. Be safe out there.

Well done as always Ron. Thanks for sharing.

Bravo Ron!

Mr Ron Thanks for sharing and stay safe

Professional as always,love your videos

Good clean pick n pull safe and sound no one hurt ! I call that a good day for all ! 👍👍

Ron, first, I love watching your videos, and I love the professional way you deal with people; and especially the way you take the time to teach principals along the way. I understand the constraints of profitability, but I would suggest that it's time for you to always carry a swamper in the truck with you. You are getting to an age and an importance to your company where you need to let younger people wrestle with the heavy chains while you deal with the more technical issues of operating the wrecker and teaching them the ropes. Spoken with a sense of admiration, but with a few more years on you.

I know that just about every trucker gets into this mess at least once. I think some of the fault should be put on building developers who do not properly engineer access for these big trucks. I really wish there was better legal coverage for truckers to refuse to deliver if the access is not wide enough, safe and clear. Sure wish you had a swamper with you, Ron. Working off a narrow two-way street is safer with extra eyes.

@brentboswell1294

Жыл бұрын

"The problem with idiot proofing the world is that the world will always produce better idiots." - Douglas Adams 😅

@ArtStoneUS

Жыл бұрын

Many facilities were built before the maximum permitted trailer length was extended from 48 ft to 53 ft

@richardcoram1562

Жыл бұрын

@Felicia Scott. I TOTALLY AGREE! Kentucky is the worst roads for a 53 foot trailer! Plus, the road edge bumpers are e right on the edge of the pavement, then from the bumper strips on many of the roads (especially after leaving the parkways ) there's only 18 inches to the ditch, or a cliffside that drops off about 400 feet..Anybody ever driven over to Gray Hawk Kentucky in the snowy winter from Wyckliff?

@richardcoram1562

Жыл бұрын

@@ArtStoneUS exactly! Just truck a few miles in Kentucky OFF the parkways and make about 6 delivery stops in those old towns. Most infrastructure is designed for 1940's era equiptment, alleyways and truck docks not designed for 53'trailers...but we do it because that's how we roll our pay.

@Welgeldiguniekalias

Жыл бұрын

I blame the legislature and the semi-trailer design. The driveway width and proximity of the ditch would not be an issue if they hadn't put the axles on those trailers all the way to the rear. These axle positions on a semi-trailer would not be legal in Europe, and even if they are in the US, it's still unsafe and impractical.

Mater is a nice touch . Your videos are amazing , the skill level in your job comes in so many flavors well done

As we used to say in the mixer driving circles, HOLD-ER DOWN CLEM! SHE’S A-LEANIN! LOL 😂 NICE TO WATCH A PROFESSIONAL AT WORK! 👍👌

Never actually stuck around to see someone get pulled outta something like this. That was pretty freaking cool

Ron you do such a great professional job every time. It’s a joy to watch you work. Cool video. 👍❤️

As always a great video! Thanks Ron, stay safe!

Great job Ron love the video stay safe

Thanks Ron, this was nice to see.

I remember my time driving through Missouri usually on my way to Texas or OKC. I would look over and see 2 or 3 of these kinds of accidents where trucks fell into culvert ditches along the service roads next to the freeway.

You’re amazing Ron. It takes longer to rig up than to actually do the move.

Love your videos and stories

My problem is that I see what you need to do & pretty much how you’re going to do it. Then I’m not interested anymore. A good video to be sure.

Great job keep up the great work love your videos thank you

Well Done Ron! A bit tricky, but for you that just makes it fun!

Good morning folks.

Beautiful work, Ron

gday Ron , mate , greetings from sunny Queensland Australia , how sweet it was watching you work alone , good job , cheers

Great recovery Ron. You have great patience with these truck drivers. You could see the driver was physically upset about the situation. Your right Ron, these things happen. You got that calming disposition from your Dad. Looking for your helpers for traffic in this video. Too much traffic for shutting down a lane, unsafe.

Great job buddy as always stay safe u an ur family 👪 watch the power lines

Ron, to answer your question. They will never learn. So, think of it as job security as the saying goes. Stay safe out there and folks slow down and move over.

Don't say that! It would be a loss of dependable revenue; revenue that is helping you pay for your first rotator and could help you buy another rotator. A pair of father / son rotators to the rescue. NO job too big or too small Midwest Trucks will tow them all. Better yet, it could be ' No job too big,...EVER!" BTW, excellent use of the cones; you can never be too safe. Have a great weekend everyone.

I swear, most every job you do your arc nemesis is always lurking around! 😂

Well not the hardest job, but drivers will NEVER learn lol. As long as some don't you'll ALWAYS have work. God bless Ron & be careful out there

Can't help but notice his tandems are all the way back, as well.

@UahUahUah

Жыл бұрын

Correct me if I am wrong here, but isn't sliding them to the rear appropriate for a fully-loaded dry van trailer?

@edw102472

Жыл бұрын

​@@UahUahUah no it is not, tandems are slid to different positions for weight distribution and bridge laws and most costumers require them all the way back when in the dock. That driver just made a costly mistake though

Swing wide , they say , some driver's never learn .. Great job As always .

In the driving scenes am I the only one who ducks down to try to see under the sun visor? 😄

Nothing to it but to do it. Good job Ron.

They will never learn I think. I love how the they drive around with the tandems all the way to the rear on a 53'. I love the wide turn on the back of the trailer. It should say not wide enough lol

U should put this on buonhead truckers so they will get a note sowing wid it's a traler

Hello, Ron. The posts from other viewers offer some good hints on driving with a trailer. And, another safe recovery for persons, equipment, and cargo. Be safe, stay safe & God bless.

Thank you so much for the video please post more videos a week God bless you

Wow "Nice Truck" that is an 'EXPENSIVE BIG RIG TOW VECHILE' that is really good...

Nicely done Ron. 👍

Prayers and great job

Good Evening from India🇺🇸🇮🇳

Absolutely awesome video well done as always 😊😊😊😊

I use to toss trucks out of airplanes. Parachute rigger usaf and also worked drop-zone. Command and absolute control saves lives. Not a democracy when rigging. Watched all your shows now. You sir are awesome!

If you could kindly tell people to only need your services on non windy days away from power lines and away from traffic, that would be perfect. 😄 Excellent job as always.

@tncountryboy06

Жыл бұрын

lol. thats whys The Man