Unbelievable Dock Disaster: Who's at Fault?

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  • čas přidán 26. 03. 2023
  • Unbelievable Dock Disaster: Who's at Fault? I see these accidents all the time on social media but this was my first in person! Lots of sticky red tape just because it's at the port so supervisors left and right watching your every move. The ports are heavily automated now, which means these giant cranes do not have an operator in them. They're built for speed and efficiency, but accidents still happen. The driver is also responsible for checking their locks to make sure the container is not attached to the chassis. Maybe the driver forgot to check the locks, or maybe the machine was too fast and lifted before the driver could do that? I've also heard of drivers removing the locks while in line, then by the time they get to this spot the locks vibrate back into place.
    Dave in our 75ton rotator, aka Big Flipper, and myself in my 50ton rotator, aka Hulk, tag teamed this one in a way we haven't before. Instead of one truck controlling the front and one in the back, we split the load down the middle side to side instead. This was Dave's plan, and man oh man did it work beautiful.
    This method allowed us to bring it up high enough to clear the fence and machine it was stuck on without damaging anything, then from there we worked our magic along with the machine operator to free the back. Once free, we rotated in opposite directions to get the tractor and chassis straight, then set down to the ground.
    I used my Sony FX3 with a Sony F1.8 20mm lens on a DJI RS3 Mini gimbal for almost all shots, with the exception of the few obvious iPhone 14 Pro shots. What do you guys think?
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Komentáře • 644

  • @richardstine6560
    @richardstine6560 Před rokem +162

    I know it’s a complex operation but you guys make it look so easy! True professionals!! 👍🏻

    • @PepesTowingService
      @PepesTowingService  Před rokem +22

      Very complex job, but if you're familiar with my channel you know I don't like the drama. Like the TV shows where they show up to a wreck and dramatize on how they're going to get it done. We show up, analyze, get a game plan and execute it. Sometimes we change our plan once or twice which is OK, but it's important the team is always in sync.

    • @richardstine6560
      @richardstine6560 Před rokem +5

      @@PepesTowingService You guys always do a great job! I use to be a firefighter from So Texas and you guys do things I or my crew never thought of. Even the tow guys we worked with didn’t even think of the stuff I see you guys do.

  • @brummythebrit1899
    @brummythebrit1899 Před rokem +54

    As a retired UK container driver you'd be be suprised how common it is for a driver to forget to undo the twistlocks, easily done if your distracted. Great recovery guys.

  • @55VickyV
    @55VickyV Před rokem +118

    I think I’ve watched too many tow truck videos as my first thought was that someone forgot to undo the container locks. Not bad for an 80 year old woman!

    • @rd4660
      @rd4660 Před rokem +5

      Yep!

    • @PepesTowingService
      @PepesTowingService  Před rokem +38

      That's what I love about my fans and these videos. You can pick up so much without even being in the industry.

    • @sammartin8932
      @sammartin8932 Před rokem +4

      So was in the wrong, the driver who didn't unlock the pins or the guy with remote controlled crane WHO FAILED TO CONFIRM it was unlocked and FAILED TO READ THE WEIGHT being lifted. Probably both got fired.

    • @autumn7ful
      @autumn7ful Před rokem +7

      I’m 70 years old I’m a woman and I just started watching this channel. I love it.

    • @allenrodriguez5927
      @allenrodriguez5927 Před 11 měsíci +1

      @@sammartin8932it’s an automated port there’s an emergency shut off switch for those situations. Unfortunately it was the drivers fault for not unlocking pins and not paying attention.

  • @JTLaser1
    @JTLaser1 Před rokem +39

    Josh, “Bad robot.”
    Exactly what the semi driver said before his truck was tossed…

    • @jfbeam
      @jfbeam Před rokem +7

      Well, how was the robot supposed to know the driver didn't want to go with the container? He's the one who's supposed to unlock the pins.

  • @Quadflash
    @Quadflash Před rokem +80

    Josh, that had to be one of the cleanest and most complex recoveries ever done in this planet. You and Dave performed a masterpiece.

  • @annelouis7956
    @annelouis7956 Před rokem +11

    Thank you, haven't been able to watch for years. Had stroke, seizures, cancer, etc! Finally home and able to enjoy my CZcams!

  • @lampitl
    @lampitl Před rokem +31

    Working at the docks for the past 22 years, I gotta say a couple of things about this incident: these happen with people behind the wheel on the straddle carrier, but it seems AI doesn't make it any different - if the twistlocks aren't fully unlocked, you're gonna lift the truck & trailer and notice it too late. Truck drivers don't always remember to open or check the twistlocks on the trailer, and this is a fairly common end result of that.
    As for how it ends? In about 99,9% of the cases it's the same: straddle carrier ends the shift with zero damage, the other one gets a ride on the tow truck for heavy repairs.
    Beautiful work with the recovery, didn't see any additional damage done to truck or trailer. Great workmanship!

  • @daveanderson2865
    @daveanderson2865 Před rokem +28

    Awesome job with minimal damage. That's why you guys are the professionals.

  • @floydhelms44
    @floydhelms44 Před rokem +31

    Hats off to you Josh. Great workmanship and teamwork.

  • @eugenewebber4887
    @eugenewebber4887 Před rokem +18

    I’M AN INSTRUCTOR IN ALABAMA, I TEACH THIS STUFF. I WANTED TO COMMEND YOU ON YOUR TACTICS, PRECAUTIONS, SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS AND TECHNIQUE. THIS WAS TRULY WELL EXECUTED IN A SAFE, PROFICIENT, AND EFFECTIVE MANNER. WELL DONE. I SHALL USE THIS VIDEO FOR MY STUDENTS TO OBSERVE. KUDOS GUYS.

    • @ColinIngus1
      @ColinIngus1 Před rokem +1

      @@Jagabot_Esq. Give the guy a break. He's an instuctor, not an IT magician

    • @kelleyunofficial3269
      @kelleyunofficial3269 Před 9 měsíci +1

      Maybe the instructor was old school before keyboards with shift keys. I used them.

    • @Alexzander19736
      @Alexzander19736 Před 9 dny +1

      Year later but you really needed to SHOUT ??

  • @kevinkenyon7045
    @kevinkenyon7045 Před rokem +14

    Josh and Dave another awesome job! You both work with the customer very well! Thanks for sharing! Kevin

  • @Spookieham
    @Spookieham Před rokem +4

    You guys earned your money on this one. Very skillfully done and protected a seriously expensive container handler. Bravo.

  • @Feline_Frenzy53
    @Feline_Frenzy53 Před rokem +5

    Josh and Dave, wow, what an intricate job. I wasn't sure how you were going to handle it, but you guys, Hulk and Big Flipper, made it look easy!!

  • @dfz4130
    @dfz4130 Před rokem +5

    Amazing recovery! Well thought out, cool headed and love how in sync y’all are. Not only that, the filming is top notch too. Great angle on all shots and thanks for showing all the intricate details. Made me feel like I’m right there. I only just found the channel but I look forward to catching up on it and whatever you gonna bring in the future!

  • @frankmartin8471
    @frankmartin8471 Před rokem +21

    The rigging and geometry of the forces all has to be visualized before something like this can be pulled off. Beautiful recovery. You guys make those rotators do a waltz while holding a tractor in mid-air.

    • @PepesTowingService
      @PepesTowingService  Před rokem +12

      100%. Like my dad taught me, you have to see the end at the beginning.

  • @mvblitzyo
    @mvblitzyo Před rokem +1

    Super glad to know that Billy was able to give you the the equipment that is necessary for all this great videos you’re making I’ve been an arborist for over 30 years start shopping at Bailey’s back in the 1990s.

  • @walterdurant1548
    @walterdurant1548 Před rokem +5

    True professionalism and amazing job! That’s what makes y’all the best!

  • @colinstorey5076
    @colinstorey5076 Před rokem +5

    Well done guys, being round trucks 40 yrs nice to see someone who knows what they are doing

  • @josearellano482
    @josearellano482 Před rokem +1

    Hats off Ese-. That's master craftsmanship!
    To all you heavy equipment companies; these r the guys to hire for all you're rigging needs. Take note.

  • @pepaw4431
    @pepaw4431 Před rokem

    Another absolutely awesome recovery Josh & Dave! THX!

  • @SumterWrecker
    @SumterWrecker Před rokem +6

    Mr Josh Another awesome recovery. You get the craziest calls. Thanks for sharing and stay safe.

    • @PepesTowingService
      @PepesTowingService  Před rokem +2

      Thanks as always for watching my friend, hope all is well in your neck of the woods!

  • @donw3912
    @donw3912 Před rokem +22

    A great technically challenging job....good thing it wasn't crazy busy in that area at the time. And the truck still looks driveable depending how far back the bumper got tweaked.
    The run back over the bridge at night all empty...it is a pretty sight to see🙂
    High fives to you both!!

  • @dannyc1657
    @dannyc1657 Před rokem

    Amazing job and truly two professionals showing those folks at the port how to get the job done!! Best part is everyone went home safe and not another scratch added to that damaged rig!!

  • @popeyetcj
    @popeyetcj Před rokem

    Holy crap. You guys get some of the craziest recoveries I've ever seen on CZcams you guys rock on all of them what it is fantastic job

  • @thomaskirk9341
    @thomaskirk9341 Před rokem +5

    No haters here boys, great job on a pretty funky recovery. Professional work as always, the right equipment and operators always get the job done.

  • @olbricky6824
    @olbricky6824 Před 10 dny

    I just started watching your channel and honestly I think of all CZcams channels this is my favorite. Great job on another recovery

  • @DrewMarold
    @DrewMarold Před rokem +2

    Wow, what a finess operation, you & Dave really nailed that one.

  • @johndickerson9328
    @johndickerson9328 Před rokem

    Tow truck drivers are a different, and amazing breed 👏. You guy's are a credit to you profession. Thank you for keeping guys like me on the road. 😊

  • @RLTango
    @RLTango Před rokem +6

    36:08 - For me, this is probably the definitive example of how in sync Josh and Dave are. Awesome!

    • @PepesTowingService
      @PepesTowingService  Před rokem +3

      That is my favorite part too! Here's a secret, that part was Dave's idea. He told me on the headset to rotate each truck in the opposite direction, and bam magic happened.

  • @downfromtherafters1013

    What’s refreshing is seen somebody in this day and age taking Safety so seriously safety just goes out of the minds of people at times kudos sir.

  • @tallbrian100
    @tallbrian100 Před rokem +7

    Working under a suspended load, the fun never ends.

  • @sandraedwards9943
    @sandraedwards9943 Před rokem +5

    If I ever get a chance to get out to CA again, I am for sure going to look you up. You explain things so well that it brings good ideas to my head in hopes of developing some new tools of the trade. But for right now I still am frozen in solid in Northern MN and down my main vehicle. Darn electrical systems have me totally stumped.

  • @Michael-is1zy
    @Michael-is1zy Před rokem +2

    You guys respond to some crazy wrecks and as always, awesome job.

  • @I-am-not-D1-4U
    @I-am-not-D1-4U Před rokem +1

    You all did one heck of a job props to you both for doing an awesome job

  • @seli5088
    @seli5088 Před 25 dny +1

    I just love your enthusiasm! Your excitement is contagious and so entertaining. We all know you love your job.‼️😉🚒

  • @darkdodger137
    @darkdodger137 Před rokem +5

    The real MVP in this video is the bomb proof chain link fence.

  • @KB-gs8zi
    @KB-gs8zi Před rokem +2

    Hey Josh & Dave !! Great recovery with working together to ""GET--R--DONE ""!!! Liked the night shots of leaving the port too !!! Thanks !!!! 🙃😉😋🤔🙄👀👀👀👀👍👍👍👍👍

  • @ordinarymiracles5959
    @ordinarymiracles5959 Před rokem

    Great job! You both did a well coordinated “ballet in the air”👍👍👏🏻👏🏻🌹

  • @smokey6034
    @smokey6034 Před rokem

    Nice that you have built your business correctly that you can have the best equipment, and do these tricky jobs. I admire your work ethic. You seem to have a lot of fun with these challenges. Wish I could work for you! Signed, former business manager.

  • @davidedgar2818
    @davidedgar2818 Před 3 měsíci +1

    I love this new equipment, back when I drove ( mid80's to 90's)we did recovery with a lot more risks. Since I was the skinny one I often had to do much of the rigging.
    You seem to have a great team and some of the best skills as well as equipment.

  • @PeterKKraus
    @PeterKKraus Před rokem +5

    Way better than an episode of Highway Thru Hell.

    • @PepesTowingService
      @PepesTowingService  Před rokem +3

      Thank you! I don’t like those fake reality shows. The wrecks are cool but man do they over dramatize every single call lol

    • @PeterKKraus
      @PeterKKraus Před rokem +1

      @@PepesTowingService 4i mnutes of show, 2 minutes commercials, and they repeat the last part of the previous segment. Lol. I would have liked to see the wide view of the 2 rotators though

  • @sjones8738
    @sjones8738 Před 11 měsíci

    These guys are always professional on all of the jobs they get. Their performance is and has been excellent.

  • @modularsynthguy6694
    @modularsynthguy6694 Před rokem

    I was born, Still live in Long Beach. My Father drove trucks in the harbor. Glad I found your channel

  • @joemuellerleile5544
    @joemuellerleile5544 Před rokem

    Dude, that was some great videoing, awesome angles of the tractor airborne. Great communication with the other operator. Don't see how it could have gone any better, great job.

  • @seanmulligan4123
    @seanmulligan4123 Před rokem +1

    I had a feeling they weren’t going to let you guys on the automated side. Great job getting everything recovered with little damage.

  • @richarderamirez5909
    @richarderamirez5909 Před 5 měsíci

    Hey Campion I really enjoy watching you young guys at work. You come up with reall good plans with unusual challenges. Keep up the good work!

  • @shadowcatfl2624
    @shadowcatfl2624 Před rokem

    Awesome job you guys both did on this recovery!

  • @Jeffschmidt1984
    @Jeffschmidt1984 Před 5 měsíci +2

    Just total perfection and very good teamwork!

  • @tomskalla178
    @tomskalla178 Před rokem

    Wow ! I haven't been in Long Beach since 1970 has it grown. Great job.

  • @magicmulder
    @magicmulder Před 7 dny

    My new favorite type of video. Great work, perfectly filmed.

  • @marksnyder2232
    @marksnyder2232 Před rokem +7

    Great work on this one. It's especially great you were able to dislodge the back of the trailer without being able to directly rig to it. With that suspended container hanging above, you couldn't go back into that area. Some might not think of the "thou shalt not work underneath a suspended load" rule, which made your job tougher (but safer).

    • @PepesTowingService
      @PepesTowingService  Před rokem +3

      You hit it on the head. We COULD HAVE rigged to the rear and pulled it, but we could have caused more damage brute forcing it that way. The way we did it by rotating the front back and forth gently allowed it to break free without any damage.

  • @cashtimevideo1501
    @cashtimevideo1501 Před rokem +1

    "Amazing technical job"... absolutely Josh! 😁. Like I've said before - Every day brings something different! Quality video too btw! 👍🏼

  • @TheVillageIdiotUk
    @TheVillageIdiotUk Před dnem

    You guys are absolutely unreal. Phenomenal skill, judgement and expertise. The one problem is that you make it look too easy !

  • @obfuscatethecode5696
    @obfuscatethecode5696 Před rokem +1

    Yessss new video!! Always excited to see what y’all have to deal with.

  • @-ray-h
    @-ray-h Před rokem +3

    Damn Josh… That was messed up… Good thing they called you guys!!!

  • @Tpitgr
    @Tpitgr Před 5 měsíci

    Ya know Pepe when I first got my cdl I told myself I’d try getting in with a company to learn how to operate a rotator and maybe buy my own one day. Specially since I did flatbed and wrecker for years but lol this is a whole nother beast. Your vids along with a couple others let me know I ain’t cut out for this haha I’ll stick to otr. I respect you guys to the utmost though be safe out there.

  • @billdennis2993
    @billdennis2993 Před rokem

    Thx Josh for an informative and entertaining video with excellent content and production.

  • @ireneeickenhorst2326
    @ireneeickenhorst2326 Před 11 měsíci

    Professional from the word go, job done with no damage to the customer or the tow equipment perfect

  • @bigdaddygaming6222
    @bigdaddygaming6222 Před rokem

    great job on a very technical job. love how you both worked so well together, some canadian companies could learn a thing or two from you guys.

  • @watermansilt2399
    @watermansilt2399 Před rokem

    That was fantastic! Fun to watch. Thanks!

  • @petermccuskey1832
    @petermccuskey1832 Před rokem +1

    Excellent work, totally amazing team work!!!

  • @CanandianPeriod
    @CanandianPeriod Před rokem +1

    Talk about a couple of professionals !! Great job guys !!

  • @pretrip24
    @pretrip24 Před rokem +1

    Awesome job as always guys!!

  • @oldsmokeeater7075
    @oldsmokeeater7075 Před rokem +1

    What a great fluid plan expertexpertly executed. Again you went home safe and sound.

  • @travelinman70
    @travelinman70 Před rokem

    hate, hate , hate. there, you have the one to validate your hypotisis.
    Great job !!

  • @jgossy5478
    @jgossy5478 Před 4 měsíci

    Awesome as always, you guys are the best of the best.

  • @lornahardin4563
    @lornahardin4563 Před rokem +1

    That was pretty darn cool to watch. Loved the bridge too.

  • @rjm7168
    @rjm7168 Před 8 dny

    Finally found a youtuber in my area. Worth watching just for that. Awesome job.

  • @earleddings5166
    @earleddings5166 Před 5 měsíci

    Josh another Great video ! Congratulations on 106's subscribers ! He did look like he went full speed ahead ! That was weird. Hopefully you will still have calendars in March . I hope .

  • @richardbryant7972
    @richardbryant7972 Před 11 měsíci

    Still amazes me that you can pick up a whole truck like that and make it look so easy you guys rock your job.

  • @mikebridge.679
    @mikebridge.679 Před rokem

    Perfect recovery guys, fantastic skills.👍👍👍

  • @MrRjl
    @MrRjl Před rokem +1

    Excellent work, Very interesting. You guys do great work.

  • @RattiusHattus
    @RattiusHattus Před rokem +6

    And that is why I always tied the locks open when I went to a port or a rail yard.

  • @myhrebache-wiig459
    @myhrebache-wiig459 Před rokem

    AWESOME AWESOME JOB!!!!!! You guys work so well together!!!!!!

  • @simsapot
    @simsapot Před rokem +2

    Josh/ Dave; Nice flying a Tractor/trailer, best recovery video!

  • @wesjohnson3035
    @wesjohnson3035 Před rokem

    WELL DONE!!!! Great job, guys!!

  • @gerryhamel1529
    @gerryhamel1529 Před rokem

    Fascinating! Great teamwork.

  • @colinl9018
    @colinl9018 Před 7 měsíci

    Dave is a quiet achiever and quite a serious dude....But, "Boom goes the dynamite" and i saw dave smiling😂😂 Absolute asset to the Pepe's Team. Nice work guys, i am overdosing on your videos at the moment, love it!

  • @btorkos5896
    @btorkos5896 Před rokem

    True professional’s at work. Good job

  • @kristoffermangila
    @kristoffermangila Před rokem

    Excellent work on this mess, but man, its so bizzare-o!
    "Bad Robot!" Indeed!

  • @str8chevys913
    @str8chevys913 Před rokem

    Great job, you guys are good at what you do.

  • @rodpalmer4652
    @rodpalmer4652 Před rokem

    Sweet skills fellas, poetry in motion.😎

  • @tammyckeno5444
    @tammyckeno5444 Před rokem +1

    Newer to your channel.. I have learned so many things and you’re crew is fabulous

    • @PepesTowingService
      @PepesTowingService  Před rokem

      Thanks for subscribing! I try to be very detailed and repeat myself for the new viewers so you guys can understand everything I do.

  • @CUSTOMWORKS7.3PSD
    @CUSTOMWORKS7.3PSD Před rokem

    I,ve been towing, crane operator, House moving and thats a great job! Very smooth

  • @billvose7360
    @billvose7360 Před rokem +1

    Beautiful work!

  • @jgress898
    @jgress898 Před 4 dny

    Yo!, Props to the chain link fence contractor, that fence is freaking solid lol

  • @TonyLasagna
    @TonyLasagna Před rokem +2

    That was relatively intense. Nice job getting it down with that finesse!

  • @rp42069
    @rp42069 Před rokem

    Awesome job as always! 👏

  • @vincemck2002
    @vincemck2002 Před rokem

    Beautiful job boys.........tricky situation overcome well.

  • @mygarden365
    @mygarden365 Před rokem

    Good job men,one of the best!

  • @debbiegreen7844
    @debbiegreen7844 Před 10 měsíci

    Fantastic Job!! Now you are in my neighborhood, literally

  • @mattc.310
    @mattc.310 Před rokem +2

    That was pretty slick. The yard rats came up with a good one and you had no problem getting it done. Nice work.

  • @scotkaeff7456
    @scotkaeff7456 Před rokem

    Brilliant work!

  • @backyardbuilttrucks1
    @backyardbuilttrucks1 Před rokem

    That was straight team work with those big rotators . Bad ass

  • @richardshoen7586
    @richardshoen7586 Před 3 měsíci

    You guys are true badasses. Keep up the good work.

  • @supperwelder
    @supperwelder Před rokem +2

    that was a complex technical recover you guys made look easy ❤❤❤

  • @putinkhuylo
    @putinkhuylo Před rokem +2

    Ultra-heavyweight ballet. Most excellent recovery! 🎉🥇

  • @ChrisHVAC
    @ChrisHVAC Před rokem

    Awesome video from the FX3!
    And nice team work there

  • @halbous36
    @halbous36 Před rokem +1

    the definition of : LIKE A BOSS !!!!!

  • @andrewsolberg1892
    @andrewsolberg1892 Před 5 měsíci

    Good job guys true professionals at what you do