I Been Working On The Railroad
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- čas přidán 13. 08. 2017
- Finally!!!! A video of the Vulcan V70 that many viewers have been asking for. Hope you enjoy!!
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Ladies and Gentlemen, thank you for your patience. This channel has grown so rapidly that it is difficult for me to respond to all the comments. Rest assured, I will continue to attempt to respond to a majority of the comments when I have the opportunity. I have the business to run, family time, spiritual time, and videos to work on. I am grateful for everyone's support and appreciate your interaction. All of your comments are read even though I may not respond immediately. Let's keep it growing and I will keep it going! God bless.
Ron I know it's allot to take on. Here's a suggestion perhaps you can have others respond from time to time. Ethan/Talon/Lauren/ your parents.....whomever. God Bless
Ron Pratt Ujjjjh
Ron Pratt do us a favor do a walk around of the Western star
Thanks, Ron.
Ron Pratt I always move over and slow down for police ambulance and fire and tow trucks or anyone that's pulled over on the shoulder I wish more people would do what I do for safety and that police in my area would use their heads more and shut the roads down for tow truck operators cause you have probably had more than once where the wrecker slides on the outriggers and thank you for educating me that DEF fluid can freeze and where I live in Steinbach Manitoba in Canada I've had the temperature as low as -76 F -60 C
I need to find out if this guy is hiring.
you can tell a good boss. he doesn't say "I", he says "we". he doesn't stand back and watch, he helps. he is a team player. he guides his employees to become better.
@Tony Ashford And therefore his daughter! 👍
I saw a comment he made about 4 months ago on another video. It said he was actually hiring and to check his FB page. 😀 Keep an eye out there for anything.
@Tony Ashford he also helps his other employees as well not just his son-in-law. He's just a all around good boss. Wish the world had more like him.
I Appreciate a few things here. Your teaching methods, your Calmness, and your ability to not use a single cuss. Wish I had a boss like you 😁
Thank you very much. God bless.
second that!!!
You can't help but hear the pride in your voice when Talon does well. You have trained him well.
Ron your videos are top notch!!! Your level of professionalism shows in everything that you do. You are an excellent operator on not just one truck but your whole fleet. Talon is a great hand too!
I’m a truck and heavy equipment field mechanic in Chicago with my own service truck. Whenever I need something towed I’ll have the driveshaft knocked loose and secured, sometimes the brakes caged, air fittings hooked up etc. This way when the tow truck shows up he basically can hook and book. Stay safe out there brother and keep the videos coming!!
I don't know why these are so interesting, they just are.
Admit it, you are "hooked" LOL. God bless.
You're so punny!
seriously. I need to get to bed or i wont be rolling until tomorrow afternoon #catchagear
Especially to a 64-year-old woman - but I love them! 😁
It makes us feel like we are doing plus we can't feel the heat, the cold, wd don't get wet when it rains....just lay on your couch and let Ron do alllll the work.
Thanks Ron, your great.
Sir. i am disabled and am home bound I enjoy your videos as a former crane owner i enjoy the technical aspect of the lifts. I had a a a large crane with a capacity of 10 tons . I am amazed at the capacity of your truck and the lifting capacity in a smaller package. god bless and keep you safe
Talon is really learning the trade. Really improving! Great job!
klyonsden He's learning fast and I could listen to him talk all day. His lil accent is adorbs.
He got a kick out of that. I just spoke to my daughter and he is smiling. God bless.
Yes he is. He is a great team member for sure. He handled a cattle trailer roll over not too long ago and did a great job with that as well. God bless.
I loved watching the tables turned this episode, normally when Ron and Tallon work together, Tallon is the one struggling to find something in a belly box or storage box.
Accent? Wheres he from?
You and Talon did a wonderful job working together, I don't think that I have ever seen a truck fitted out to run on railroad tracks before, with the exception of the one that runs on the Narrow Guage Railroad tracks out here in Southwest Colorado. God Bless You and Your Family. 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏
Their called a hi-railer, and all rr have and use them. Especially MOW CREW.
Maintenance of way are the crews that
Work on the rails, replacing them and ties
“Ladies and gentlemen. This week on Recovery with big Ron “. I’d rather watch this then highway thru hell.
Agree Don't watch that HTH much anymore. I mean how many times can you watch Al & Gord back down the Coq? 😴 😴 This and Sumter Wrecker are more enjoyable. In fairness to TV shows, different format really. Trying to cram several scenarios in an hour.
New time subscriber here.
I read in the comments on another video that Talon is your son in law, and that you are teaching him.
If that is being the case, what a wonderful job you are doing teaching the family business, and giving your daughter and her husband a great opportunity to carry on the family business to the next generation again, and also have themselves an income for their own family.
Talon seems to be really keen (to work and learn), and already has learned a lot. He seems dedicated, and also just a gentleman... Your daughter is lucky to have him (just as he would be lucky to have her... Love is hard to find).
God bless you good sir. Your work and attitude is outstanding.
he's lucky to have a father n law as yourself esp to help him learn the trade of towing
Sure is. Ron is the best!
He is a keeper as well. He makes my daughter smile and works hard for us. What more could a person ask for. God bless.
Thank you and God bless.
A family that tows together stays together.
you and Talon work exceptionally well together!
Every time you or someone else pulls a vehicle I've never seen, I realize I've never thought about one of them being towed and the headaches they may cause. Lots of custom built vehicles for the jobs they are used for. It's hard to imagine how a lot of them would be towed.
Each day brings new challenges and new opportunities for me to think outside the box. God bless.
Ron: "Hey Talon! Why you dragging that chain?" Talon: "Ever try pushing one?"
A quick note I noticed that you verbalized the pre-existing damage and video recorded it. That is a good lesson for trainees. Always look for prior damage especially damage that was obviously caused by a previous tow. Like torn CV boots etc. Yep and always use safety chains and drag lights. You guys are awesome.
Thank you and yes, the still photos and video are great validation for the condition of the vehicle prior to hook up/recovery. I would recommend them both to any operator. God bless and take care.
I used to drive a taxi van for the railroad and had times when I would be driving between trains that were rolling out of a yard, I had to fold the side mirrors in to keep them from getting torn off the van because of how close I was. I also used a Lightman Strobe light that was magnet mounted to the roof as an indicator to my location as well as a radio to talk to engineers, switchmen, and conductors.
It is always a pleasure to see people who take safety seriously around these massive machines. Well done and well respected Ron.
The Master watching the student! Another good job Ron & Talon, good to see you both working together and getting along so well. Happy belated Birthday Ethan from the UK.
We enjoy working together. We are blessed as a family and a business. I will pass along the greeting to Ethan as well. Thank you and God bless.
great job ron on teaching talon and letting talon take the helm. talon my man your reaching new heights and from videos ive watched months before, your doing awesome man.keep up the good work guys, great team going on here.
He is doing a great job for sure. He reads the comments, so I know he will see yours. Thank you and God bless.
Thanks for the reply back Ron. Not sure if you seen one of my other comments but I have a move over Facebook page for my state NY I created. I'll get the link and post it, if you guys would like to join it.
Ron you can also use a bottle jack on the yoke to press the cap free. Its alot safer than stacking blocks and faster too. I do mine that way all the time on my 1982 PETERBILT.
the push and pull tools work nice, no need for blocks or bottle jack and less risk of bending driveshaft if you get overzealous on the lowering button
Ron you have a good son here.of course he has a great Dad to teach him the old ways of doing things.
MY OPINION IS YOU GUYS DO HAVE THE MOST IMPORTANT JOB FOR THE BIG TRUCK INDUSTRY. KEEP SAFE OUT THERE ON THE ROAD WAYS. HAVE GOD ON UR SIDE HE WILL BLESS YOU IN MANY WAYS. I HAVE USED MANY TOW TRUCKS BUT NON AS GOOD AS YOU ARE. GOD BLESS HAPPY TRAILS FROM SOUTHEAST TEXAS.
Great seeing you work again and train Talon. He has come a long way under your tuteledge. God Bless.
I like how you work with your guys. Everything is a teaching moment, and you are willing to step up and teach.
37:41 You know, I heard it all the time growing up that being by a moving train was very dangerous, but you were the first person in my life to state why that was.
"Boy you couldn't have called that any closer." Seems Talon has gotten REAL comfortable with handling that truck.
That tow was right next to where the two car accident was a while back! I recognized the mobile homes there!!
Leviathan Eldigren I was trying to remember what happened there. I knew I just watched a video in that spot. He turned around on the one street to provide extra cover for the other driver, whos name escapes me right now.
Hi Ron I love to see the service box truck 🚛 on your full video on you tube on the roadside assistance and I love your videos the are so good 👍 and God bless your family
I must say one of the biggest things i miss about towing is that everyday i learned something new. As long as your willing to learn there's always new and different ways of doing things. Great job as always.
I completely agree with that sentiment. I still learn daily and appreciate all the information and suggestions the viewers have offered. God bless.
Boy he's really.carfull. Don't want anybody getting hurt or insurance claims on his watch Glad your teaching everybody that's watching. good on ya.
Interesting beast! Reminds me of a call out I got one morning at two-thirty AM and all they said was "Land Rover 4x4 stuck across the rail track." When I got there, it was a maintenance crew who used the vehicle which had drop-down rail wheels like that one to video lengths of track for defects, and they'd gone and got it stuck at right angles across the track and couldn't move. I got it off and helped them locate it onto the track. I got into trouble for that from the office. My detail was just to get it off the track, and any other work was to be a separate job they'd need to call in again (and get charged again!) Trying to be helpful just comes naturally!
that is just good customer service do do that.
I completely get the "just wanting to be helpful" thing. I wish more people understood that too. Why in the world would you need to do another job for another charge. Nice doesn't cost that much...Good job on going the extra distance...even if you got chewed on. I would bet you sleep better than the one who wasn't happy with you does. LOL God bless.
Ron is such a great boss and mentor to all his workers
Happy Birthday Ethan !!
Great job as usual Ron, cool to see Talon taking the Western Star out for a job.
You must be proud of him, as his training from you is certainly visible in this video.
Best to you, your family, and your crew from here in N.E.
Doug @ the "ranch"
I will pass along the birthday wishes. Talon did a great job and is a valuable asset to the crew. Thank you very much for watching and God bless.
Love this type of videos. Real life situations viewed first hand. My hat is off to you and your employees for the job you do. I subscribed and will be watching more videos. God bless you too.
Man, that is some tough work. This was one job where you couldn't make it look easy. Much respect.
Thank you and God bless.
You should do a video on restocking the older trucks
I should...kill two birds with one stone. Clean up that mess and get a video at the same time. Brilliant!!! God bless.
@@RonPratt Had me gritting my teeth seeing missing work items. My husband drives me crazy moving and losing things. 😬😡
As a long time professional (Retired) plumber, I'm getting sympathetic pains in my knees watching Ron and Talon crawl around in the graven bare kneed. We wear shoes on our feet. I always wore shoes on my knees. They sell really quality ones at Amazon.com. Made by California Custom Leathercraft for under $20.00 with great big wide elastic straps with Velcro on the straps. Its like crawling on pillows. Saves your back and knees too.
Talon has a very distinct and unusual sounding voice. If the vehicle recovery business goes away, he might consider a career in TV or radio. His voice might make him a very fortunate man. Not to say he isn't already fortunate.
I was thinking ....boy I wish I could move and crawl around like a young guy...I remember when I was a nimble as your son-in-law....I hate getting old...lmbo
I respect a man who isn't afraid to ask for advice . It shows he had a good teacher to begin with . Respect to you Talon if a little late .Darren UK
Absolutely, there is always room for ALL of us to learn every day. God bless.
Ron thank you for sharing with us GOD bless everyone, from Kentucky
I see..just never thought about the upper bearings like that...probably found out the hard way...thank you. ..have a great day..a be safe..
Looks like you need to take a day for each truck, remove everything from each compartment, clean, inventory and replace missing tools and repaint as needed. I have enjoyed watching all your videos so far, stay safe out there.
That is one thing my boss could get the most upset about, a truck should be ready for who ever has to use it not missing things. You don’t know for sure till your at the scene what you need. So if the truck is equipped your set. Thanks Ron enjoyed from a vey old former dispatcher lol.
If you hit the dumpster behind your local carpet store, you can usually find a scrap or two of carpet. Works great to keep you off the gravel/mud.
please do a video of outtakes and bloopers, jobs that didn't go quite as planned.
We have talked about that and I need to do that. I'm sure it would get a laugh or two. I did try to moonwalk once.....unintentionally and managed to stay upright. LOL God bless.
Another fantastic video!!! I see you were having fun "watching" Talon work.. (giggles loudly). I bet Talon was glad to have you there to give him pointers and some advice on an oddball truck. :) I do believe you were right about the re-organization of that poor Vulcan. The outside looks fantastic, but the behind the doors leaves a bit to be desired (according to your high standards of cleanliness in your truck). Yes, I know things get greasy and dirty (I used to strip transmissions, motors and electric motors for a hobby with my late hubby) and sometimes there's no time to clean up the tools. Maybe get everyone into the habit of cleaning stuff after each tow, unless it's after 2 am... :)(just a suggestion). I really enjoyed this installment of "A Day In the Life of Ron Pratt: Tow Truck Driver" :D
Yes, I agree I think this truck needs some attention. We get so focused on the rigs we use more frequently that this one is left out. I am glad you enjoyed the video. God bless.
Just don't lose the roller bearings Talon.
Very enjoyable to watch iam always learning something new from you Ron Pratt thank you for taking your time to do the video's,May you always be watched over and kept safe.
Thank you so much and God bless.
It was funny. We have a railroad mainline behind our house. Our house rumbles and shimmies when a train goes past. A train must've went by at the same time that one did because I could almost feel that train going past you out here.
Hi Ron hope all is well. Sure glad you do these. I learn a lot. God bless you.
T'was a nice drive thru town towards the Interstate. I even remember some of those businesses from when we visited in March of 2018. Happy belated birthday, Ethan. Great job, Talon.
Your videos almost make me want to go back to work.Almost. I am retired but I drove a medium duty recovery truck in SoCal for 15 years. I miss the logistical challenges and the excitement but I simply cannot handle the pace anymore.
You definitely know what you're doing !
I tell you what, I am 40 something....and I feel every creak and muscle in my body on a daily basis. This is a very physically challenging profession and it does take a toll. I love it and it's in my blood, but my body yells a lot. LOL God bless and thank you for watching.
nice to see a mow truck up close maintenance of way this truck inspects the tracks and replaces any thing wrong with the track
Wicked Video as always Ron. Hats off to you and Talon for doing such awesome work !
We make a pretty good team. Thank you and God bless.
I really enjoy your videos. Thank you for taking the time to share them with us.
Thank you for watching and God bless.
Ron “going to be a shorter video”
Video is 50 minutes long
Yeah, I finally checked to see how much longer it would be and it wasn't even halfway yet! Still interesting.
😁😆😂
Native Missourian, now in Japan, just found your videos and I wanna shake your hand when I'm back home some day. You're the epitome of how to run a company, and I can only think the monetization from CZcams videos helps you keep your prices low and your equipment quality high! You also taught me something I don't know why I wasn't taught...tow trucks are considered emergency vehicles! I'll be Slowing Down and Moving Over once I'm back home for good. I also put up a post on my facebook about it, already one of my fellow Missourians mentioned they didn't know either! Perhaps that's why people aren't moving over! So I'll spread the word and everyone watching on CZcams - do the same!
Wow, thank you so much for this comment. I would love to meet you when you return to Missouri. I am so glad you find the channel interesting and have learned something you can pass on. God bless you and keep you safe.
Love watching all the different things you have to tow in. safety first
Thanks for watching and God bless.
Its awesome to see a young man like talon with respect like he does keep it up talon
Great Video Ron … Your son is already a pro … God Bless you; your family and your business...
Great Job Team Midwest, always learning something new with these videos...Luv it . Be Safe out there and God Bless
Thank you and God bless you friend.
Hey Ron,,, It was really great of you to stay with Talon on this old school " Bustin' out the driveshaft" lol
And you didnt just desert him...goood on ya man
Ron you have a fan club. I think Talon is getting one, too. He sure is learning his trade.
Great stuff as always Ron. A handy item to keep in the tool bag is zip lock baggies to put the caps and bolts in so they don't get lost or full of dirt when you have to pull the drive shaft. It sure makes putting things back together easier later on.
Good thinking. God bless.
I usually use a bottle jack to push those caps out...
This channel is so interesting to watch and I have learned a lot about wrecker operation. Watched one of a different channel and they are no where near the operator you guys are. Thanks
Ron, it looks like you're going to have to go "military" on the whole outfit. Have them line all their trucks up with their equipment displayed for inspection so you can have all of your fleet back in order and know what your missing. Talon is doing really well, but your experience shows and it was good you were there to help and teach. Take care, and hi to all.
This is not the favored truck of the fleet as you can tell just by the videos. Nobody wants to claim her. LOL It is still great truck, but not all new and shiny. :-) Talon is doing really well, I agree. God bless.
Happy belated Birthday 🎉 Mr. Ethan. I hope you had an enjoyable day. May you have many more. Great video Ron, as always.
Thanks for sharing and God bless you and your family
Ethan had several great days and I will pass along the greeting. Thank you and God bless.
This channel is so amazing. I learn a lot from you, Ron. I understood what you said to Talon about “getting the hammer”. It’s the insurance company’s slogan, now that’s funny right there.
Hey ron tiger tools make a heavy duty ujoint puller for those annoying pressed in ujoint works great I use it and it gets them out in 1 minute u can use it with an impact gun best investment ever it's about 250 dollars
Good pick! I always junk hooked them (after removing the cone stacks) and then pulled an axle. I never touched press in shafts for safety reasons. Pulling the axle is messy, but if not going long distance your good to go.
Talon is doing a great job. You are an amazing instructor.
He is doing a great job. Thank you and God bless.
I knew from the get you’d comment on the organization of Talons truck! Haha
Hey, You and Talon are the real movers and shakers in my book!
How polite are you guys! Love the videos greetings from scotland
I can see why you like that truck of yours a lot better :) thanks very much :) I like that Talon checked that you were clear.
Very fascination video as always. Many people don't realize the knowledge and logic required for safely handling and moving heavy equipment with heavy equipment meaning anything from a personal automobile to much larger equipment. This is a dangerous job that requires thinking and planning not only for your own safety but also for those nearby.
You mentioned something in this particular video regarding staying back from the railroad 50-feet while a train is moving. There was a rather interesting incident that occurred many years ago not far from where I lived. The town has a commuter train station which at the time had $1.25 per day parking. Some people decided that they wanted to park for free so instead of paying the $1.25, they parked across the street on an access road into an industrial park. The access road had no parking signs along the railroad side. People were ticketed, towed, and warned, but they still parked there until one day when a train came along that churned up ballast due to something hanging off of a freight car.
Yup. These people lost mirrors, windshields, hood ornaments, and lots of paint. What happened is a local freight carrying one of those plywood cars was returning empty to the nearby yard with a loose piece of strapping whipping about like a weed whacker that churning up ballast as it went by. The piece of metal strapping did a good job on the poison ivy and small shrubs too along the ROW as well, and made me pause and think about standing close to the crossing gates the next time a train passed.
Hey Ron, if you do many of these and want to save some time and the risk of something bad happening with the blocks under there to your employee when you aren't watching and they cut a corner or two. Check out the tiger tool and I'm sure you have a cordless impact in those beasts. Makes short work of those press outs.
Great Job as always. Talon seems so calm.
Never thought of using blocks under driveshaft to lower the truck to get the caps out, i usually use two blocks and a bottle jack with air fitting! Still a good job with the old school way. Union pacific is one of our major companys also on the west coast in California. And those driveshafts are one of my least favorites. Learned a few tips to make life a little easier while under these trucks from the videos. Keep up the good work!
So glad you found the content valuable and I appreciate your positive comments. God bless.
I really like the dash cam. It gives us a better view of what is going on.
Love the old Clark IT40 setting in front of your shop...
Ron Pratt is the owner and really has the fantastic equipment.
Happy Birthday Ethan learns the trade and you will one-day own all that great stuff.
Thank you and I will pass along the birthday wishes to him. God bless.
Happy Birthday Ethan.
He says, "Thank you". God bless.
I wanna come work for Midwest when I'm old enough.
Well look us up when you are. God bless.
I think the V70 needs an inventory of its kit done and a tidy up of the lockers Ron...Good video my friend... God bless sir.....
Yes I believe you are correct. I don't ever drive this one anymore, so it is a bit neglected with the clean up. God bless.
It's fun and educational to watch you guys. Why are the customers chattering while you've got a man in a dangerous place, though?
Thanks, Ron and Talon. Stay safe!
Thank you and God bless.
I LOVE Your videos they are so entertaining and different. btw im watching from New Zealand and its winter here but hope your having a great day and can't wait to watch the next one but for now i gotta finish watching this one :)
Wow, thank you for taking us to New Zealand. It has been 100 degrees here! I would LOVE some cool air if you could send some my way. LOL God bless.
Talon knew what he had to do with the drive shaft and since you explained it while he was doing it - now we understand better.
A tool/accessory inventory is in order on the Vulcan. It happens.
Good video and didn't need any traffic control. ☺
Thank you, he reads all the commentary as well and I sure he will be pleased. Talon and I just don't drive this one enough. All our equipment is right where we want it in the other trucks. God bless.
I had the same style driveshaft to remove. Used a forklift to pull to one side, then the other to remove the caps.
Hello, another good one...long too :-)..You made me laugh today. You were unable to find something in the truck " Talon uses this truck." You are well Blessed to have a wonderful son in law. Happy Birthday to Ethan ! Blessings and B Safe 59K. :-)
Seeing the Union Pacific (and CSX Consist) Train alongside your job was a Bonus!
I hope the Freightliner was returned to the Union Pacific quick, those hirailers are the backbone of America's railroads in maintenance and safety, and having one out service means a possible delay in traffic. Railroad professional talking here by the way
Hey Ron the return to home function is a great idea!
I worked for more than 20 years . I was talking to a factory service rep just north little rock Arkansas about the Plasser Tamper we had been trouble shooting . I saw a bunch of dust from a Z-train that was speeding past us . I told him to run as fast as he could to get front of my company mechanics truck . he barely got out of the way of a heavy duty chain and one of the really heavy angle brackets used on the top edges of the rough cut big timbers . I jumped over into the passenger seat as I didn.t know if my truck was going to get hit or not . I got the best steak with all the fixing's for saving his life . The corner bracket landed right where he was standing . Sure glad I saw it it only missed my truck by just few inches and would have either severly injured him or killed him . I called the train and told them about the chain and bracket . No response so I called the dispatcher , the train crew obeyed the dispatcher and stopped their train and walked the train to throw the chain and bracket upon the rail car . They tried running their mouths and were immediately told by the dispatcher to not tie-up ( clock out ) as the train master was waiting for them when they got to north little rock . that's not the only time I was able to save someone while working . Railroading is so dangerous I know all too well I was injured on the job 30 years ago this Saturday . Haven't been able to work since . sucks man .
Great Job Talon. I couldn't of done it better myself. lol Another great coffee video. Thanks Ron and Happy Belated Birthday Ethan. God Bless
So glad you enjoyed it. Talon reads all the comments so I know he will be pleased. I will pass along the birthday wishes to Ethan as well. Thank you and God bless.
Awesome sow, your show is entertaining and informational. cant wait to see what you encounter
Happy belated birthday Ethan. Hope you had a good one.
Always love your video Ron Pratt
Thank you and God bless.
mr ron I ve been watchinh you r video s for a while now just after the last one where you pulled a truck from a field and you comment was about people criticize. how you do thing .people will say anything .you do as you seen fit .you r the one that s doing it. video watcher