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@commonsense36735 жыл бұрын
This sums up the day in the Syracuse NY area today and still piling up
@justintaylor69805 жыл бұрын
Ron Pratt saw this video and instantly went and bought a blue and white guardian angle and it’s on my gear at fire house. Anytime I’m on the road I’ll be using it and also depending on the fire I may bring in pocket in case of emergency light her up can’t hurt to have some extra light to say I’m here in emergency in fire or on side road. Thank you so much.
@cclngthr5 жыл бұрын
@@justintaylor6980 I bought 3 of them, 2 for the car and one for my power wheelchair. They arrived today and they are nice to have.
@alexushighfield91095 жыл бұрын
Baby it's cold outside,,, it looks really Cold...God Bless you Ron.
@yhnbgt3655 жыл бұрын
The link seems to be broken.
@terrysickels93484 жыл бұрын
Ron God bless you for you & all your family Truckers,,those in need ,, Sheriffs,troopers,firemen , ,police ,military &friends
@junestephens17583 жыл бұрын
God bless all you boys and all those people you help,stay safe, I'll send you my angels to you,and those in need
@Daveinet3 жыл бұрын
Ron, One thing you can learn from the off road community - when you give instructions on turning the wheel, you say either to turn driver, or turn passenger. Otherwise they don't know if you mean your left or their left. Of course the other half the issue is for those that are dyslexic, it makes more sense.
@artfordlowery4905 жыл бұрын
RON WATCHING YOU AND YOUR CREW WORKING TOGETHER IN ALL THE SNOW AND ICY CONDITIONS, MAKES ME THINK OF THE WEATHER UP IN BALTIMORE MARYLAND I'D LIVED UP THERE FOR OVER 50 YEARS AND RETRIED AND SOLD MY HOME AND MOVED DOWN HERE IN NORTH CAROLINA AND EXPERIENCES THE VERY MILD WEATHER 60 AND 70 DEGREES TEMPERATURES THANKING THE LORD
@carolcohen17765 жыл бұрын
Not the easiest job in the world for sure. You all did a great job in that dangerous environment. Bless you all.
@johnallen27714 жыл бұрын
That truck is special. I just love seeing it work in rain, snow and ice. It's pretty incredible all the things that truck can do. I hope you live where they have a 4th of July parade each year so you can show it off to everybody.
@JJDigitalartStudio5 жыл бұрын
Ron I believe you had a little more than just a guardian angel light helping you that day. I would say God was giving you a lot of help.
@briangleason755 жыл бұрын
You are a true hero. I am a long haul trucker. I have had a few situations when I first started, that I wish I had a true expert help me out. Instead I had a guy complain about how he got woken out of bed. Be Safe. God Bless you.
@chrisbrand57285 жыл бұрын
Never gave a thought to your profession till I discovered your video's. Unsung heroes, bless you folks, your in my prayers!
@missiontent1114 жыл бұрын
You make a good point here. Because most people need us just once ...... maybe twice .... in their lives ... we really are a forgotten area of expertise. For example : the British Government introduced a scrappage scheme in 2010 that took half a million older cars off the road in eleven months. Our business turnover dropped by 75% in that same period. We went without for six and a half years . Many recovery operators went out of business. NOBODY CARED. The only time we get remembered is when we, and our trucks, are urgently needed at a breakdown or a crash. After 34 years of the job I have a lot of memories .......
@terrinadeau89654 жыл бұрын
I was thinking the exact same thing!
@timgalley43915 жыл бұрын
Great channel. Safety reminder for all you truck drivers, please be careful in the windy conditions with the trailer doors. A truck driving friend of my dad opened a door all the way around to the side and whilst leaning into the trailer the wind blew the door around and it hit him across the lower back and paralysed him. Seeing Ron fighting with the door reminded me. Take care, be safe. From the UK
@robertboeck31525 жыл бұрын
Wow! You guys are much underappreciated. While we sit in our warm homes you are out rescuing people and their vehicles. My hat is off to you!
@billgroel44634 жыл бұрын
You work excellent with talon .God Bless thank you for sharing stay safe 🇺🇸🇺🇸😎
@mariofollowerofjesus80685 жыл бұрын
Nobody knows how much mental and physical work is involved to get your job done safely God is with you Ron God Bless. Mario from California
@hamrad6455 жыл бұрын
Ron, I lived 6 years in Wichita, Kansas -- that was back in the mid-50's to 1963! When we moved from there, it was 15 below (actual temperature-no windchill figured in) and there was 2.5 feet of snow on the ground. We've seen some icy weather since then, but we moved to North Central Florida in 1967! It's a far sight warmer here in the winter!
@lockedin605 жыл бұрын
It is amazing how "weather" affects normal operations. Glad you are available when "weather" disrupts things.
@victoriacaddy22215 жыл бұрын
Why the quotes around weather
@kamoonrathewolfgod91895 жыл бұрын
And that's why they pay you the big bucks Ron. You are a fix-it-all man. And in all kinds of not-so-great weather yet. I can't even imagine how you do it but you really are a hero.
@peterrichardson93555 жыл бұрын
Ron, you are a gentleman escorting the driver safely great video as always
@kenweber72716 ай бұрын
Ron, you sound totally exhausted on this job. Tow operators definitely don't get enough credit and recognition.
@tyler41645 жыл бұрын
If my wife ever got into trouble on the road i would hope someone like you would be around to keep her safe. Top man
@BluesHand3 жыл бұрын
That kind of cold will blow the wind right out of your sails. Any time, any where. Period! It's two years later and Nine Below Zero in the land of the BluesHand! Best of the Future to you Ron! One Love!
@555chevy5 жыл бұрын
Heart goes out to you and Talon and all the guys out there answering distress calls from people need on that very bad night.
@RollingEasy3 жыл бұрын
I'm 70 yrs old in one month's time.... I've never seen snow in my life other than in a fridge..... I count my blessings every time I see something like this.... Give me the deserts at upwards of 105+ degrees and I'd be happier there, than here. Feb 18 2021. Edit: I've just had the video on hold for quite a time and come back now to see its conclusion...... You're all very Fine Men.... God Bless you all.
@randomdude83815 жыл бұрын
This channel , highway thru hell , and heavy rescue 401 and I’m all set
@stevewilson4053 ай бұрын
Talon is doing great. He deserves his own camera
@100SteveB5 жыл бұрын
You guys certainly earned your money that day. Glad you and everyone else got through it safely.
@mrfelix25103 жыл бұрын
That is one serious tow truck you have and your knowledge and skills are impressive to say the least.
@randyhigginbotham69675 жыл бұрын
God Bless you and Mr. Talon for the sacrifices you make.
@stephendarrow75964 жыл бұрын
The Lord be with you Ron. Amen!!! No wonder you got sick. God Bless you and your crew that have to work on nights like your videoing tonight
@mr.redneck74955 жыл бұрын
Hats off to you and Talon for your hard work!!the content is great and everybody watching should appreciate what you do!!
@mrlombardo5 жыл бұрын
Don't forget Raymond. :)
@cactusgaming52895 жыл бұрын
Amen to that these guys are a blessing they are the true hero’s in this world the danger they put themselves in to get us out of sticky situations and keep us safe they deserve more credit then we actually give them hope you guys stay safe out there mid west is the best
@albertkidder77165 жыл бұрын
I like watching your videos, and the hard work you all do. Keep them coming Ron. And your crew is out standing as well.
@hfraat255 жыл бұрын
Its not an easy job plenty of thinking all the time can not afford to take your mind off the job. Very well done to all your team
@brandonwagner38734 жыл бұрын
Cool
@chrisanderson98565 жыл бұрын
Ron and Talon I have a whole new respect for your profession. Now I know why I build custom fishing rods and develope fishing tackle. I spent 20 yrs in Law Enforcement in that cold and wet crap here in MN and IL. I no longer do it due to medical reasons and spend my days indoors. I would give anything to be back in the thick of it again. Again you have much respect from me doing you profession!! God Bless and always stay safe!!!
@RonPratt5 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for your support of our profession and this channel. We appreciate you. Thank you for watching and God bless
@toms56chevy5 жыл бұрын
Ron, you remind me of my uncle who started his own towing company many years back. Your persona and the way you are verbal with everyone and co-workers. You are doing a fine job. You are an outstanding person and treat everyone with respect. My hat is off to you coming all the way from California.
@daveberkovits49764 жыл бұрын
Love your care and concern for people. Your faith shows.
@passingthru695 жыл бұрын
And this is why I take the winters off. Sitting here in Thailand at the wife's family home. Nice and warm. Mr. Ron, give you and your crew all the credit in the world..
@jamesdearman8144 жыл бұрын
Pratt and Co. are HEROES - miserable working conditions - you some TOUGH hombres!
@mikeseguin64435 жыл бұрын
Hi Ron.I can feel your pain.I worked as a heavy equipment mechanic for many years in the Forest industry.Spent many hrs in the -30 to -40 degree weather fixing logging equipment.You make me shiver watching you work in the wet cold weather.Stay safe and warm.God be with you.🙏🏻
@warrenmills164 жыл бұрын
Ron u having fun pulling out the trucks out of snow and I ce . Keep up with the amazing work yall doing.god bless you and your family
@bobbertirvin21165 жыл бұрын
God bless you Ron you have the Lord and all his Angels giving you the power to do what you do. At age 54 I don't think I could do what you do. But than again let me not underestimate the power of the lord. Love your videos man.
@richardhenderson99863 жыл бұрын
Ron I enjoy your videos, you are very dedicated to what you do. This video just proved to me what I already suspected. We have some idiots driving out there now days. The 2nd truck driver was going to call you for running out of GAS but that wasn’t the bad part. When you knocked on door to get the LAZY ASS guy to open the door he had his hands up as if you were going to hurt him. He was absolutely NO help at anything. If that was my driver, his ass would have had to call a ride right there on the frozen highway.
@joycemisner29415 жыл бұрын
This is true hard work. I hope you get paid accordingly. Thanks for all the help you give...no money pays for that.
@craigschofield645 жыл бұрын
Mr Ron that was a tough night from the looks of it. But as tired and wore out as I bet you were you still did the gentlemanly thing and got the door for the lady driver and then you made sure she got to the other truck safely! Sir you are definitely a role model that everyman should aspire to be more like, including myself. God Bless and be safe🙂
@carolynjones64575 жыл бұрын
Excellent recovery, Ron and Talon. I really enjoy watching you and your crew recover vehicles, no matter what size they are. You are very professional at what you do. God Bless You and Your Family. 👍👍👍👍
@brandonwagner38734 жыл бұрын
Cool
@royprince53933 жыл бұрын
WOW!! That was an incredible day in the life of a heavy unit recovery operator and Thank you for your service.
@thomash65925 жыл бұрын
Wow! God bless you! Thank you for sharing your videos! Great team work. We are praying for you all for safety!!
@jackjacke46545 жыл бұрын
I am so thankful i don't gotta deal with that snow n ice too much at all anymore. May the good lord keep all of you safe...
@DallasBoricua3 жыл бұрын
Amazing coverage under extreme weather conditions. Hats off to the Midwest Family for all their dedication and work.
@justanoldman97623 жыл бұрын
Ron a great video showing how realy dangerouse your work is ,And GREAT to see the old tream of you and Talon working together , you always seam more relaxed even under such pressure with him working with you .
@BlessedVeteranAdventures5 жыл бұрын
Them young bucks love knowledge brother. We ain't gettin older just passin it on. Have A Blessed Day
@rodk.68785 жыл бұрын
This is a great learning video for those who say the tow bills are WAY to much.... I've tried to explain to people until I'm blue in the face to get them to understand the work that goes into it.
@JD-bv2ht5 жыл бұрын
Saying a little prayer for all that has to battle the weather to make others feel safe.. thank you Ron for all you and the crew does on the job..
@ladyofhistory124 жыл бұрын
I enjoy watching your program. You have proved to me that you are extremely polite and care about the drivers/ families of accidents. You are very professional and curious.
@davidglaum25385 жыл бұрын
Ron I am amazed at how little snow and ice it takes to get the big trucks in a bind. They go great on dry roads but some mud and snow and they call you. Good job.
@eastcostzen78873 жыл бұрын
Yaaa. Man, my hat is off to you. We all appreciate what you do.
@jerrysparks13085 жыл бұрын
Ron I have to say YOU ARE THE BEST TOW TRUCK DRIVER i HAVE WATCHED OR SEEN ON THE HWY THANK GOD I never needed a tow WHEW I drove the cost to cost for 35 years, but keep the videos coming
@averagejoecansurvive41955 жыл бұрын
people don't realize what us snow bounders have to go through..its a tough job..big props buddy..stay safe and warm
@alexushighfield91095 жыл бұрын
Great CHEER LEADERS THERE...Great job...long night it seems....GOD Bless you all.
@kingarthur666.62 жыл бұрын
Man you guys are truly God sent great job and I know those truckers are more than happy that you were able to come through for them once again great work I have much respect for you and your partner God bless and please stay safe
@RonPratt2 жыл бұрын
Thanks 👍I appreciate the positive comment. Thank you for watching and God bless.
@avalonbear615 жыл бұрын
That video reminds me of all the snowy nights I spent pulling people out of ditches and creeks around central Indiana. Remain safe Ron, my prayers are with you and all our brothers in the tow business.
@saramartin1234 Жыл бұрын
You bring back memories. I lived in Pa for years in snow. You guys are really amazing. Such great team work. Blessings. 🙏👠👠
@billnalder10175 жыл бұрын
It was much funner to watch this vid in the summertime than back last winter!!!
@MarkK015 жыл бұрын
How this brings back memories. I didn't drive the heavy but I did drive the 1 ton and flat deck trucks. Great job Ron.
@bloodydeath12225 жыл бұрын
i was waiting for Ron to jump in that truck and show him how it is done ha ha ha another great vid
@slvalleyboy4 жыл бұрын
Sitting here watching these two videos is making me dread the upcoming Missouri Winter more than ever.
@ronniehooperjr15 жыл бұрын
Gotta love Talon. He’s a damn great hand
@Ed_diag4 жыл бұрын
I have been living in the Houston area for the last 24 years, however I grew up on the shore of Lake Ontario in NY. I thought I still missed seeing snow. Your video reminded me that I don’t have to shovel humidity! :-). Thank you for your hard work and great videos. God bless!
@gailoursler27505 жыл бұрын
Ron your mechanic abilities really come in handy for towing situations. Awesome!!!
@TimsBitsnPieces3 жыл бұрын
Nice to see you carry your own toboggan for jobs when you are laying down on the job.. makes life much easier on the back. You and Talon do a great job working together a great team.
@larryceaser17065 жыл бұрын
Thank You U just reminded me why I retired at 55 Too damm old to be crawling around under trucks and trailers in snow - temperatures and rain I had had enough lmao
@TprGordon5 жыл бұрын
Ron, I'm an avid follower of yours, and I've noticed at this time of the year the weather you and your crew work in. When I was a Police Officer I relied on this coffee mg. It's called" MallowMe", and they keep your coffee hot for many hours . Pleas stay safe, and I wish you and all your family a very happy and safe " Thanksgiving ". May God be with you Ron. You can get these coffee mugs on E-Bay.
@cw33395 жыл бұрын
sitting in my warm heated room watching this makes me feel COLD!
@MrMitchB5 жыл бұрын
same here Chris
@barrysimmons54895 жыл бұрын
Thanks for posting, just another fun evening living the dream playing in the snow... Y'all got'er done. That action trying to put that trailer in the slot sure would have got my last nerve. Guess it's tough when youre used to snow and can do it and you're standing there watching somebody that apparently has problems with it. 😌🇺🇸
@bigbob165 жыл бұрын
same here too
@avalonbear615 жыл бұрын
takes me back to my many snowy nights doing the same and yes it made me cold just watching.
@shaonian5 жыл бұрын
Sitting here in the middle of summer with the a/c on because it is so hot it's like seeing another planet.
@donburg51255 жыл бұрын
Another job well done, keep up the good work and may God keep you all safe.
@CrossAnchors5 жыл бұрын
Knights of the Road for keeping the Young Lady safe and warm, and getting both trucks out of trouble, this really was an interesting video, simply because many years ago, I was once in a situation where I broke down in bad winter weather like this, my Broms Brake Valve had frozen open, you'll know what happened, and what I went through, and why I was so angry as to why it should never have happened, the bad thing about that night, the recovery driver had me standing in a blizzard holding his torch while he worked, and all I had was a light cotton jacket, I was so cold, your video had all the memories flooding back, and I was shivering as I watched, needless to say, when I got back to the Depot, me and the depot mechanic never spoke for some time
@bloodmoongrizzlythefirst64925 жыл бұрын
I would of dropped that Torch. I was taught by my father who had been a trucker for close to 50 years back when there was no such thing as a sleeper in a truck and you was lucky if it had 140hp His first truck was a Old White with a chain drive that is when he started. Anyways my truck was always packed with winter gear even if it was the summer and i kept MRE's in there enough to last a week. I had one winter i was stuck on top of a mountain pass due to them closing the roads down it was that bad was stuck there 3 days. For two nights a lady and her son stayed in my truck to stay warm and i shared my food the hotel near us was charging $300 a night and they had people sharing rooms this lady could not afford it. She was going around asking for some loose change what not for gas so they could keep the car warm . I told her her and he son was welcome to stay in the truck with me i had bunks Bottom one could sleep both of them just fine and i would take the top or if she didn't like that i sleep in my chair. Her son was happy as a camper with the Video game system and tv in the truck plus all the videos to this day i still get christmas cards from them and last year i was invited to his Graduation from high school. Moral to the story Be like a boy scout be prepared
@deucerider4303 жыл бұрын
I've watched many of his recoveries and his professionalism shines on every one! He has the ability to size up every situation at a glance. And through it all. he remains cool, unrattled and always a gentleman. Well done Ron! PS... I love how the boxes are so organized, saving time and frustration! Great equipment!
@jerrypin67405 жыл бұрын
Ron thank you for sharing with us great content as always and thumbs up as always GOD bless everyone
@jfmaniac51185 жыл бұрын
This job has to be both rewarding and sad at the same time... in your business you depend on (indirectly) people being bad drivers or having accidents. I truly respect your line of work! putting your lives on the line every call you take!
@paulstan98285 жыл бұрын
Boy I was cold just watching you guys working out there and crawling around in the snow.
@richardmckinnon87913 жыл бұрын
O am glad you were able to help those in need and stayed safe 🙏 ❤
@nesr87865 жыл бұрын
great job again guys ,you all take care out there ,and our thoughts go with any unfortunates that get stuck in the cold.
@alvel3053 жыл бұрын
THANK YOU FOR YOUR HELP AND YOUR WORK !! GOD BE WITH YOU AND BLESS YOU!!
@frankwallace51745 жыл бұрын
great video ron. shows people just how difficult what you guys do is be safe
@chldof1truekng4345 жыл бұрын
You guys are unsung heroes, you have a brutal job to do besides dealing with incompetent drivers. As a retired PROFESSIONAL driver I believe those automatic trucks should be outlawed because they're dangerous for so many reasons. Stay safe out there y'all!
@kennytoler64855 жыл бұрын
Awful hard long day brother. My hearts out to you and your team. Thanks for sharing!!!
@richardcrouse46445 жыл бұрын
Nice to see Part 2. Oh, the exuberance of youth. Great employee for you. Tough working in the snow & wind. There's a lot more to your job than just hooking up & towing a truck. Thanks for posting, from Texas-R&B
@pyro3235 жыл бұрын
Glad everybody was ok.
@giuseppes87924 жыл бұрын
Mr.Pratt, you sir have taught me a lot and i appreciate all the work you've done for your channel. I'd like to learn more on caging those air chambers and supplying air to those brakes if the disabled tractor cannot. Again thank you very much for all you've done and hope to be half of the man you are.
@SuperDd405 жыл бұрын
Sand and stone dust are your best friends for winter driving
@johnnewsome49623 жыл бұрын
"Wiper no wiping" that is a good one considering the condition good work to you and your guys.
@artfordlowery4905 жыл бұрын
Ron from the Looks owen the Driver's face your a blessing, during all the snow and Icy conditions
@PatrickWagz5 жыл бұрын
Wow, what a mess! Professional work, as always. Watch your 6.
@Joshua79C5 жыл бұрын
In one point of the video you could hear Talon dispatching over the phone with a customer on the ride to the parking lot for the second truck they assisted.
@genekearce73694 жыл бұрын
I love Ya videos. Love watching You operate rotator. That thing is bad to the bone. I also watch Highway through hell and Heavyduty 401. Got to see a rotator in action the other day. He picked up the front of a rig that run off into a wet yard and got stuck. Keep up the great work. I also like it when Your Son-in-Law is with You I like hearing Him talk . Stay safe and warm out there.
@kiddbrother35 жыл бұрын
Ron, I enjoy your videos! your a gentleman the way you helped the lady truck driver to your wrecker to stay warm!
@georgejetzon38335 жыл бұрын
Be Safe out there Ron and your crew!!
@dshep78503 жыл бұрын
May God bless you and your team as you continue to work in these conditions.
@yellowdeer71635 жыл бұрын
I got cold just watching! Great job guys, hope the night wasn't too long.
@martifreedman40673 жыл бұрын
Ahh, the glamorous idyllic life of a tow rescue service! You and your team rock my socks. Stay mighty!
@lindagreen11055 жыл бұрын
Ron you were blessed with a great son in law.
@elainearnold39654 жыл бұрын
Hi Ron, It looks so miserable out there. You have a good attitude. Keep up your spirits. Enjoy learning from you. God bless.
@KevinsHomeAloneAgain5 жыл бұрын
Talon cracked me up with that face when you said you wanted to single it out, he was like Whaaa?? lol He's a great guy just like Ron. :)
@anthonyrobertson17875 жыл бұрын
Thanks, Ron and Talon after this you will need a break, 😎 🌞 your a Guarding Angel 🙏 Stay Safe # 9 backing up trailer
@LoneWolf19655 жыл бұрын
Ron, it's a sad day that I write this. I did catch your Facebook post of the accident with the car in the lake today. I know something like that must really be hard on anyone. My condolences to the driver of that car and best wishes for you and your crew. May God bless you all in all your endeavors. And may you or your crew ever experience the likes of that accident again. God bless you sir, and your crew.
@RonPratt5 жыл бұрын
It was a difficult situation, but one that I have learned to deal with as part of the job. I won't say that it doesn't bother me, because it does. One has to put on their professional face and get the job done with dignity and respect. Thanks and God bless.
@LoneWolf19655 жыл бұрын
I myself work in oil field safety. It's especially tough when you have to go out and secure a drilling rig or other locations that's had accidents or even fires. It takes a lot out of a person. I've been fortunate however that I was not the one called out for such situations. I don't think I would have the strength for it. And I applaud you for having that strength. I'm just a fire extinguisher guy but I can do safety if I need to. Again. God bless you sir.
@RonPratt5 жыл бұрын
@@LoneWolf1965 Did you hear about one of the "Duck" boat/trucks that went down over in Branson, MO, several months ago?? At least one of the Highway Patrol dive team members who was here today worked that incident. My hat's off to those guys. Today they were working in zero visibility, 34 degree water with strong current due to the Mississippi River being flooded right now. A LOT of people came together last night and today to handle this situation.
@LoneWolf19655 жыл бұрын
No I haven't heard about that one. I only knew about this incident thru your Facebook. And I don't live in the area. I live out here in midland, Texas. Way out west. So unless I'm on the Internet I don't hear much of what goes on. But that's an incident I wouldn't care for. That's for sure. God bless our first responders and military.
@RonPratt5 жыл бұрын
@@LoneWolf1965 Here is one of the news stories about the incident: abcnews.go.com/GMA/News/video/13-dead-missouri-duck-boat-accident-56707127