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[@crawfordtowing4496]

i hate dealing with dispatch companies they never have the info we need to tow the trucks they never get all the info or if they do most of the time its wrong and i 100% know what caseys talking about

[@CaseyLaDelle]

And then when anything on the job is not exactly as described they try to use it as a reason to get out of payment. This particular dispatch company was very vague about the details of the job, and difficult to get information out of. That combined with the fact that I had never worked with them before gave me an uneasy feeling about the job and whether I was actually going to get paid, or end up getting screwed over. None of that had anything to do with the driver, as I had no idea who the driver even was by that point. But then when getting to the driver and being unable to get any more information out of him due to the language barrier, my uneasy feeling about whether or not I was going to get paid by the dispatch company continued. If anyone thought that I was because of the nationality of the driver (who was white by the way), then that's their own prejudices coming out, not mine. Now that's not to say that I don't have prejudices of my own... Because I absolutely DO have prejudices against third part towing dispatch companies that make me really nervous when dealing with them! 😂

[@dotar9586]

@@CaseyLaDelle Google Translate or something may help with the language barrier. Definitely not a perfect solution, but probably better than pantomime.

[@SlipFitGarage]

@@CaseyLaDelle Was it TTN, The Tow Network?

[@CaseyLaDelle]

@@SlipFitGarage nope, the other big one

[@joecummings1260]

Remember what they teach them in school. If you don't know the answer GUESS. Works ok for taking tests on paper, really sucks when they GUESS about real world things. Remember when those pencil pushers GUESS and fuck you up out in the field, they don't feel the pain

[@richt417]

Actual thanks to those arguing with the guy who's been doing heavy towing for 20 years and around trucks his whole life. This way we get detailed videos like this one. Two thumbs up!

[@legend7ify]

..................G'day Rich, yes, Casey's rants are Legendary. Cheers and kind regards, Malcolm.

[@UnholiestJedi]

But those users have 20 years of internet experience being critical about everything! 😉🤣

[@towmater7081]

I got him beat 30 years a also otr hauling coils that weigh 50thousand and such . It's not uncommon for a person to have 20 years of doing shit wrong . However the way I see it is if it's safe then it's right . If it ain't safe it's wrong and dangerous.

[@tigra770]

Casey, you keep recording, we'll keep watching. Thanks!

[@bobbyt2657]

" ,,, And those people are wrong, and that's that." Our Casey never minces words !!!

[@55VickyV]

Very interesting! I’m an 81 year old Canadian female with no towing and mechanical experience and I understood pretty well everything you said. Mind you, I’ve been watching on and off road towing videos for 2 or 3 years now, so I’ve absorbed a little knowledge. Thanks for your detailed information. 🇨🇦

[@treesquatch9150]

Gramma is this you? I've been looking for you for 30 yrs!

[@55VickyV]

@@treesquatch9150 Nope, not your grandmother.

[@greatwhitenorthcanada9600]

Great explainations. Agree 100% on verifying what is the problem before towing. That goes for almost everything. Most people just know it is broken, not why it is broken. Saves alot of problems when you don't make it worse.

[@docwhiskey1412]

In a country that has 1 lawyer for every 250 residents, Covering your self from possible legal liability claims is a top priority for every owner/operator. A very good, and very smart move.

[@johnaustin6649]

Even from the comfort of my heavy wrecker sofa I understood every explanation. Thanks Casey.

[@robertjordan4880]

I am not in your industry; I especially did not realize how complicated towing must be. It continues to raise my impression of you and your integrity.

[@danl5905]

Way more going on in a tow job than I ever thought about. Very nice explanations.

[@donaldmarty8445]

That was a cool view of the Zacklift connecting to the fifth wheel. Nicely done!!!! (filming and backing 🙂)

[@nailpounder81]

I guess this video teaches us why it takes so long to re-open I-5 after a couple of vehicles pinball into each other. You just can't drive up, throw a hook on it and drag it away like a repo driver. Thanks for the lesson Casey.

[@matthewbeasley7765]

It is still possible to drag the truck to the side and finish the job with a partially opened freeway. If we're talking cars, ODOT will drag them to the side. I stopped to help at an accident and ended up staying a while because I was interviewed by OSP as I witnessed the accident itself. Once the OSP marked the vehicle locations, an ODOT F350 wrapped a chain to each car and drug them to the shoulder so 2 of the 3 lanes could be re-opened.

[@t-yoonit]

We had a cattle trailer flip off the freeway a couple weeks back. Took 11 hours for us (fire department) to cut holes in the trailer and get enough cattle out, and then the towing companies (two companies, three wreckers) to get the rig out of the ravine, back on the freeway, evacuate the rest of the living and dead animals, flip it back on its wheels and haul what was left of it away.

[@helentaylor5078]

Hi Casey. Theres a saying " education gives you a degree, experience gives you knowledge". Listening to and watching your videos reminds me of this. Respect.

[@MarshallLoveday]

Those Zacklift engineers and fabricators should get some kind of award for their work. That's a pretty neat unit.

[@boh348]

Love the time you spend explaining what and why. Retired recovery co owner and you are 100% correct on pulling shafts and axles and why. Love the Zack lift. Crazy nice unit. We had old homemade units that worked but nothing as nice and your set up. Now when Zack lift makes a rotater that would be so cool as well.

[@billtheunjust]

If you repaint the trailer I hope you leave the rings a different color. I think it's a cool and functional look to have your mount points highlighted.

[@Junior-rz3ox]

This guy is a professional! He has been doing this a long time. A lot of you guys just need to relax and enjoy the entertainment and the knowledge that is shared in his videos. Stop trolling for things to complain about. 🤣 Thanks, Casey, for the entertaining videos. I'm looking forward to winter and the track Jeep.

[@barneygirl9643]

Excellent video. Your work is fascinating to watch and you do an excellent job of explaining everything you do! Thanks for sharing your experience and expertise with us! Stay safe out there ❤️🙏

[@theda850two]

The world needs many more people like this! Thanks guy

[@bobbolieu9013]

One reason that I really like your channel is that you give clear explanations as to why and how you do what you do. You explain it for the viewers and the customer. I would say that your explanations are concise, yet at times they don't seem that way. When your expose is lengthy that because there is a lot to that particular scenario.

[@davidharries3981]

Man oh Man I had NO idea there was so much involved with towing WOW! Thanks for the insight Casey Best Regards Dave

[@brandons9398]

My father was a Chevy dealer back in the 60s and 70s, back then when you sold the car to somebody in the rural area that we lived, you also towed it when the daughter or son drove in the ditch at two in the morning. I would often accompany my father on these trips. We would hook up the vehicle and pull it out, and if it was OK, they would drive away with us following them home. If it required repair, we took it to the garage and put it inside for the next day or Monday. I would often during the summer go out with other guys that work for my father to tow vehicles. I noticed that some of them would hook things up a little differently. I mentioned this to my father one day, he said “as long as it is hooked up safely, everyone has a little bit different style.“ Unfortunately, these days, we have too many keyboard, Warriors, that think they know everything. You keep on doing what you do Casey, I think you are a damn good human and one heck of a tow and recovery operator!😊

[@SeaSausalito]

Worked at a gas station with. 7 tow trucks in high school and college summers. Half the time the info relayed was dead wrong. Usually by yourself and no cell phones in late 70’s. U just learn and keep a calm head like Casey. Amazing what I did NOT know. Thank you for the videos and great explanations.

[@edwinschlee8374]

Caseys learning channel informs us about things you need to know about towing trucks and trailers! Good job Casey!

[@ecclesmilligan8712]

Yep love this aspect of the channel too, plus Casey's winter guided tours of Oregon are also a highlight for me. Nice explanations of why you do what you do Casey.

[@pear7777]

Yep, I will never need it, but absolutely informative.

[@kenc1800]

Good morning, Casey! Excellent episode, educational tutorial, and nice filmed. Keep them coming, I even enjoy your shorts

[@kenc1800]

Oh….you good? Nice save

[@zyamadeadborn1785]

@@kenc1800 like he says in this exact video, full-length ones get aired a few weeks behind actual filming whereas the shorts are almost instant, so I'm still concerned about his health and otherwise wellbeing.

[@andyharvey180]

Don’t listen to the know-it-alls.You got this down,we all see that.Really enjoy your channel.Don’t change a thing.

[@kennethbrown8723]

Another great explanation of the decision process you go through for each tow!

[@TheClickClick]

Wow. Wish there was more honest people like you who is concerned about towing right. When you speak about ensuring thatvthe drive shaft is free etc i gave you all respect. You actually willing to take the step not to fuxk up a customer vehicle is amazing. I am sure 95% of towers would tow, dropboff and not care

[@russellevans2446]

Casey, I really enjoy your videos like this one. I learn a ton of great info so I'll be covered just in case I come back as a heavy recovery driver in my next life. 😅 👍

[@JoskMclaren]

Knowing what you are dealing with is always the best way.

[@petgranny194]

This video made my brain happy - loved learning about the technical details and learned stuff I didn't know about differentials! Thanks Casey for making me chuckle while learning.

[@GizmoKid]

Great video. Once again great explanations. Anyone who problem solves for a living knows that understanding the problem is 75% of the solution. I do IT work, and getting people to clarify the issue is so difficult sometimes: "it's broke", "it won't print", "it stopped". None of these help in proceeding towards a fix quickly. If you want to pay me to sit here for the next 3, 4 or more hours I will work out the problem, fix it and move on, but maybe it won't be the problem you had!!

[@qfw181]

That shot showing the truck backing onto the kingpin was pure mechanical ASMR, very satisfying. The amount of time you put into talking about painting the trailer is almost Freudian. We know you dream about it even though it is frivolous, do it.

[@drandisol]

A Short makes sense for common questions.

[@garychaiken808]

Good explanation. Thank you 😊

[@pear7777]

As a youtube couchpotato-know-it-all: thanks for the Spidergear explanation. SO informative. You always take time to explain, like with the lowbed of the CAT H24.

[@rebeccawilson4301]

Thank you for explaining all this for those of us who wouldn't otherwise know.

[@hobocat451]

Short video responses sounds like a wonderful idea.

[@andrewleschied568]

I love seen no this kind of versatility! The right way to do it!!

[@reallunacy]

This episode is a great response for when people dont know what they don't know.

[@danmassie1942]

I did heavy towing for 20 years and light towing thanks for your service I'm in Canada Safty is always first

[@henrycarlson7514]

So Wise , Thank You . A fine example of doing things Right. After all as a person that cares ,you're goal is to Not cause any more damage , also if you break it while towing , you could be fixing another problem by the side of the road

[@Dannny29]

Your videos got me hooked due to your honesty about the reality of the transportation industry

[@jstavene]

Great video I was always curious about the towing and removing so much on the driveline,, the way you explain this nails it and proves your using the simplest and most safe methods...I was not necessarily thinking you were gouging people but your reasoning is sound

[@JavierFernandez-bq5ks]

A very detailed explanation showing that you do things for a reasoned reason, not like many people who do things because that is how they were taught to do them without knowing the specific reason why they are done that way and not another way, it made me liked the video, thank you for taking your time to prepare, make, and edit the video.

[@novampires223]

Thanks for explaining the uneasy feeling tow job..

[@rhondasweeney7271]

Enjoy your channel! Not the naysayers. Keep on watching! Keep safe! 😊

[@allenprince6397]

Great watching the detailed simple term explanations.

[@bigchevy350boy]

Absolutely love that trailer! You've got an awesome total set up! I personally would love to see some paint thrown on the old trailer to match the Zack Lift 💪 I think that'd be epic. But I totally get it 💯 Thanks for all you do for everyone

[@allenhollenbach4692]

Maybe Zachlift would paint it for him as part of the sponsorship.

[@akomni-vr5gt]

Not worth time effort and cost. When you side load, excavator, dozer or skid loader. Not worth time or cost as you will scratch on every use from grousers, chain / strap rub. In states like California you have you chain and strap for instance rolls of coiled steel or aluminum. Oregon has some messed up bridge laws for sliding your bogeys Washington is next. When I ran down from Alaska, I was rolling a tridem reefer. Or on winter layoff from doing heavy equipment haul, I would go drive in lower 48 for winter months, mainly 7-13 Western and North & Southern states. Now, I turn wrenches and teach others.

[@williamuskoski1385]

@@akomni-vr5gtside loading is for hamfisted knuckle draggers that dont have to work on or pay for the equipment

[@patriciaeich1098]

So much I don’t know. I always learn something from your videos Casey. Not that it’s knowledge I’ll ever put into use but I always like learning. You never know.

[@edholst1992]

I agree on the painting the trailer, not helping do A Better job but goes more towards pride in your equipment , And people seeing that you take really good care of your equipment would think that you would take care of their equipment in your company? I don’t know just saying love your videos Casey keep it up.

[@t-yoonit]

We have three trucks with similar "skid unit" style tow bodies but yours is really fancy. They go pick up all the wrecked rigs the owner buys from auction across the US and bring them back to our shop for parts or to rebuild. Most are damaged in the front. The champaign cups on the rear U bolts are by far the favorite of all three wrecker drivers. They usually clamp 1x limber to the fairings and run straps across the clamps. The real fun stuff is the rigging jobs they have to come up with to secure blown apart cabs and suspensions. Chains and binders to hold axles in place, straps and plastic and tarps and tape to cover and hold damaged fiberglass, aluminum, plastic, and steel cabs, doors, hoods, and other bits and bobs together for cross country hauling.

[@little1400]

Great video, Yeah I could likely camo it out with 3 colors for fun. Wish I knew a lot about anything ! That ship sailed. I surround myself with people like you !

[@pauldemello6611]

I just assumed you verified the problem in case it was something you could fix road side as I've seen you do in other video's, and because it's also good business practice, I wonder how many tow companies have just done a recovery not checking and it's just a fuse or a split air line that can be quickly fixed!

[@bobbyt2657]

It's' so nice when Casey explains things to the Nth degree ... that you don't hear from others ... We learn about his issues with stuff and I like listening to the nay sayers, boosting his list of comments!!!

[@lonpearson2134]

Good analysis of some of your potential situations. Seems every type of job, has a long list of concerns to be considered and with your thorough understanding of how everything works, you could make some extra money by compiling it all in writing for the production of a manual. A written check list for rookies would make a good addition to any Zacklift purchase

[@JPack-cs9mw]

I agree 100% and learned a couple things and enjoy the videos . I considered working for a local towing company and running a rollback with them . I'm just too old to do such demanding work . So I help people in need in other ways ...

[@ericw3026]

I think you should answer in shorts. It is a win win for all

[@jimwilson9005]

Even though at my HI will never use all the information you gave or any other for that matter cause I'm retired but the way you explain things makes perfect sense even to somebody who's in office congratulations on your equipment and the way you handle it

[@rnreajr9184]

I never thought about the spider gears need to turn only a little in normal situations. Thanks for the explanation.

[@guygrotke8059]

Everything looks simple, when you don't have to do it!

[@tedfisk1211]

Another great indepth video explaining the whys and wherefores of the business you are in. I must admit, being a total neophyte, my eyes started glazing over through the whole explanation, but I kept listening. I am looking at tow trucks a lot differently now with the scant knowledge I am picking up from you. Thanks for taking the time to give these explanations.

[@douglasburford8452]

Excellent discussion on differentials. I would bet 96% of drivers know how a differential works. Probably even fewer realize there are 3 differentials on a twin screw drive.

[@user-wu7sn7ml7v]

Thank you Casey. That track jeep is the blue diamond of your fleet.

[@rockinrc4146]

Thanks for the explanation, Casey. Love the honesty of your videos. Videos, or shorts, I'll watch them.

[@johnperun232]

You always explain everything well and to detail how and why it should be done Thanx for sharing your experience Have a Great Day 👍

[@jeromeknasinski3862]

Back in the day, I would have loved working for you with my Class A CDL. I could have learned so much from you.

[@geraldneville2733]

Great insights, and a bonus lesson in integrity. Thank you

[@Comil1983]

Answer in a short! Now that you've explained the algorithms a bit I've been hitting like, commenting and watching the shorts too! Good to know how to help some of my favorite KZbinrs

[@mc3lizard]

It really helps to know all about what you're towing.

[@kevinking3402]

Absolutely love how you explain things👍🏽

[@funnyfarm5555]

I live on a farm next to a busy county road. Five times since we moved here people have run off of the road and into our pasture. The first one I never saw because they ran over the high shoulder of the road through my end fence taking it all out and then left before I saw them. #2, I woke up one morning and a dodge caravan was sitting in our pasture past the torn out fence that I hadn't had time to fix yet. He wanted me to pull him out with my tractor and the only reason I did is he had a receiver hatch on the vehicle, so something good and stout to connect to. The last one crossed over the opposing lane, went over the embankment and got stuck halfway through the fence and left the scene. Called local dispatch , the sheriff came out and had the car removed and the kids insurance paid me well, to repair my high tensile fence. Then the prosecutor called me about the hit and run. You would be surprised though how many people that have gone off the road here and into the field across the road or into the ditch, want you to pull them out. I always politely say no, because I don't want the liability. I was told many years ago by a tow truck driver I knew, that many times you do more damage retrieving the vehicle than they did getting it into the place they did.

[@tcrasey]

Thank you for the lessons! You are a world of knowledge and I enjoy watching the channel!

[@kevinirwinirwin7666]

Very informative video gave a lot of information that a lot of towing companies should use as a training video

[@douglasege4051]

You need some kind of an alarm for your Towed Vehicle tail lights, like in a couple of videos ago when you lost your other new tail light bar. The alarm tells you when the tail light bar fell off on the highway and have to go pick the thing up before somebody else runs over it. Casey, you have all the Cool Big Toys.

[@glb9024]

Cool shot under Zack lift.

[@darralsteele9529]

Another informative video

[@fyerfyter339]

The way that you narrate through your videos is really helpful. I am very mechanically oriented but never towed anything so teaching as you go helps me understand the process, etc. Your success is proof that others appreciate that too. Man, I’m super impressed by Zack Lift. Congrats for your success.

[@chrispavin1373]

I always wondered if that was a tow attachment or a self built tow rig. Thanks for the info. I've been towing light duty for over 20yrs and am always looking to learn more. Keep up the great work towing brother.

[@EricksonEtc]

I'm always surprised at how complicated something as straightforward as a "simple tow" can be... :)

[@the.porter.productions]

O-H-I-O Porter greetings 🇺🇸 Some good stuff! I don’t mind a working vehicle to look used, a bit worn or faded, but I try to stay away from those that look abused or neglected. So, appearances do make a difference to a degree. Your trailer doesn’t look abused, but it would sure look better for your company if it was painted even to match your Zacklift, or some decent colors. Red & gray would be rather nice colors. I’ve never seen a trailer like that going through the dropping process. Cool! Sure makes it easier loading it! I’ve towed from front & back, but I know there’s a lot that goes into it that many people don’t think about or care about. You taught me some things I didn’t know. Thanks for sharing! I appreciate what you do & your attitude about how you do it. Thanks for caring about the customer & the tow. I did learn long ago that even if you drive 1 truck most of the time it’s good to have a backup truck or vehicle. Insurance is quite high on vehicles like that, so I can see you not wanting to insure a vehicle if you don’t use it that much. You are a 1 man show. Blessings my friend.🎄🤩✌️

[@andrewsharman4419]

Another excellent video. Thanks Casey.

[@garyjennyfrost9485]

Thanks for the recap and new (to me) explanations about the why's of some of these jobs. Very informative.

[@kevbev1524]

Nice update on what to do and what not to do and why or because, it probably won't stop the stupidity, But it should limit it to a few. ??? ❤😂😁

[@TheTowBro]

a whole lot of knowledge in one video, thank you casey!

[@georgeweisbrod1876]

O'Reilly auto parts stores have a scope that they use to match paint that been weathered. I chose to buy the spray can batched paint when I remodeled my equipment trailer. Yes you are right about first image impression on inspection pull over from law inspectors. Again a very informative and professional video. Too Grumpy wasn't there to play verbal volleyball with you. Thanks

[@jeffryblackmon4846]

You've brought up a lot of info that I no longer need, but it's still VERY GOOD to know for present day drivers.

[@szki272]

Put a pulley or pulley mount on the front of the trailer. so if needed you can pull non running veicles off the trailer.

[@KensHobbies409]

Very Good Information & explaining, Casey. Thanks for doing this.

[@jackwalsh1468]

Casey, you certainly explain so many ways to "Get wrapped around the axle"......Dry humor intended. I do appreciate the fact that you provide a valuable education to the public.

[@jaimeclaudio3490]

Awesome explanation. Thank you for it.

[@jaysonfrank31]

As a truck mechanic who has had to fix towing companies' mistakes, I completely agree with Casey. On all of it.

[@judymoyer3093]

Thank Casey for another great video. Very informative !

[@ironhorse7588]

Great tutorial Casey 👍 Your experience shows through your actions and explination. 👍😊

[@Oregontrailblazin]

Best explanation ever !Thanks Casey !!

[@Stephen06GT]

I learned a lot. Thank you for sharing your knowledge with us.

[@eschultz19661]

Very informative video, thank you. I didn’t know I needed this information but I’m glad I now know.

[@jefffaust6270]

That ZackLift is amazing! I bet that thing will open so many more doors for you. Remember if your gut says no good. Always trust it. Keep doing what your doing as you have inspired my side gig with recoveries

[@ericclaire-helenerfletcher9433]

really like the way you explain the ins and outs of towing and the different situations , great way of learning about towing and having the equipment that you use, thanks casey

[@danaowen9014]

Thanks for taking the time to answer some questions.