HOW TO TOW A CAMPER WITH A WRECKER!!! THIS ONE TESTED MY DRIVING SKILLS!!

[@jeffc6832]

There's lots of good people in this world, but if we were all a little more like Ron the world would be a better place. 110% in skill, class, professionalism, caring and friendliness to everyone he meets and completes a job for.

[@michaelrobbins9679]

His frustration levels come out only when other people suggest he does it differently. He is a master at his craft!

[@NerfyWerfy-v6u]

100% agree

[@ccross1210]

Not many like us left! I loves to help where I am able to.

[@raypoole2394]

The I-55 Angel completes another mission. I drove medium to large trucks for over 35 years so I have seen some tight places. When asked why I would use a certain truck for a particular job I would tell them that it is because I use what gets the job done in the safest manor, the least wear and tear on the equipment and whatever the customer requests. I smart man knows how, when and where to pick his battles. I applaud you Mr. Pratt. Confidence in ones abilities and the intelligence to know what is beyond those abilities is rare. What is rarer still is being able to see the possibilities and to learn and grow. GOD bless kind Sir.😄

[@greyjay9202]

A job well done, Ron. Like docking an aircraft carrier in a marina. Had I been the owner, I would have turned those 2 concrete blocks the other way, with holes facing up, and covered each of them with a 10" piece of pressure-treated 2x6, before setting the jacks. More stable that way.

[@spudgamer6049]

Blocks are aslo stronger with the holes facing the direction the load is as well.

[@chris76-01]

I agree, it looks kind of sketchy the way those blocks are. They are kind of brittle and can only hold so much weight. So I'd rather see them with the holes facing up with a block of wood between the blocks and rv legs. 😊

[@klsc8510]

Ron, I hope you checked the tire pressure and wheel lugs on the 5th wheel before towing. My parents had an RV dealership here in MI. When Dad would pick up a new trailer from the factory, he would stop after about 20 miles to check for both hot brakes and wheel bearings. Dad told his customers to always check both before towing. Wheel lugs on RVs have a nasty habit of coming loose. Very good job on backing the 5th wheel up. Thankfully it was a longer one. The longer the unit the easier it is to backup. Another successful tow job in the bank!

[@chrismcclelland2145]

Excellent driving skills, Ron! Having you move it had to be much easier than trying to hook it up to a pick up.

[@erwinkuehneiii5282]

Another fantastic demonstration of what predicaments customers put you in, and the way you took the challenge and succeeded!

[@scottb02]

I so love how professional you are. No no matter the job you are a class act.

[@dereksmith1803]

As usual, nicely done. There are no bad dogs, just bad owners.

[@phytonso9877]

With Pitt bulls I just assume both are bad. Safest option.

[@StarPartners]

As a 2.5 million mile retired OTR trucker & an avid RVer for 50+ years & a Charter Life time Good Sammer…. I’m going to say that’s the first I’ve seen of a large tow truck pulling a camper….. Ron, you do what you do so well that you don’t need my advice…. But…. U might have had your customer don headset 4 easy communication I carry walkie talkies in case cell phones have no signal for copilot…. Happy New Years to U & your entire team 🙏

[@patnelson2283]

One of the best dogs I ever had was a Pitty. He loved to jump on the trampoline with my grandkids. He was the next best thing to a gun for protection. He passed away from old age and I miss him still.

[@barbaraanderson8574]

Bless you Ron! I seriously doubt many could do that! Your skills as always are amazing!

[@catgynt9148]

Loved the music intro for this video. Wasn’t sure why your dialogue was missing but printed words are sufficient and music paired nicely with the video. The breadth of your content is terrific. Nice seeing another non-accident event. Wishing you and your family a blessed new year. Peace brother

[@michaelmurray9643]

Ron, I don't know how you thread the needle on that one but I sure am proud of you. "Challenge Accepted, Challenge Met. Challenges are what make life interesting; overcoming them is what makes them meaningful. Great job Ron. This video should definitely be a training tool for those apprentice's in your business. Great job Ron and GREAT example.

[@judyfenske1429]

Ahhh! Your music that shows me I have Ron. Thank you.

[@hirisk761]

Mader would be jealous of that backwards driving!

[@Bigbryguyy]

Thanks!

[@RonPratt]

Much appreciated. Thank you for watching and God bless.

[@Chevyman02]

Good job demonstrating your driving skills! I've been OTR driver for over 32 years, I've been in places just as tight in a truck! Hauling cattle I've been in extremely tight places. Of course doing flatbed I've hauled into New York City, extremely tight!

[@sfg902]

Proof the customer is not always right. A 1 ton wrecker or a pickup would have made the parts you showed much easier. Great job Ron.

[@m9ovich785]

The key is in Rons Description. A pickup can not lift it Like the Tow truck did.

[@agentcrm]

@@m9ovich785 The lack of working landing legs could have easily been deal with, with a couple of bottle jacks and some timber. This is one of those jobs where you need a truck smaller and more compact than you have. Edit, I presume one of the other reasons to call fo a tow truck is Ron will be able to tow unregistered trailers, where they would need a permit otherwise.

[@benmac940]

And I'm not sure if it's an issue here but would his company insurance cover the use of another vehicle doing it the same as that wrecker as I don't think he has a pickup with a 5th wheel in the company as such

[@Kevin12484]

the main problem is the jacks didn't work. So a pickup might not have worked.

[@markb.1259]

22:30- hollow core concrete blocks aren't meant to support weight by laying on their side like that. Should be flipped so the cores are oriented up and down.

[@JohnHallgren]

But the center divider is where the leg was placed and that’s essentially a square piece of concrete so why would it matter which side it’s laying on?

[@debrabyrd1306]

Another great job completed Ron, I love watching your driving skills!

[@libby5335]

What a job! Did great! Really like the way you treat everyone with respect!

[@hughstephenson2957]

Back 10 years ago a fellow tow operator and I had to move 22 campers and RVs off Forest Service property here in Wyoming. These were abandoned units scattered all over the mountains and it took us awhile but between his equipment and mine we got it done.. several of those 5th wheel campers were real headscratchers how they got em where they had em.. especially one where it was a mile from the nearest actual road 🙄🙄🙄

[@ronwatson4135]

You really shined on that one Mr. Ron. Great Job !

[@harryscott9533]

Another awesome performance 🤓🙋‍♂️👍

[@SPD_driver]

I don't do towing nor recovery, but do get into a ton of non truck friendly areas for my special products work.... like figuratively striking matches off the back of the truck type stuff. So I'm aware of the technical aspects of something like this. Well done, expected no less of you! It's just underrated by most 'civilians'

[@Samanthareneeheart1]

Ron your are one hell of a driver. Any less of a driver wouldn't have been able to make it. I have my own pit bull (well out boxer mix) she's do sweet she loves EVERYONE

[@TheRealTronGuy]

Once again, making it look easy.

[@robertsabella7298]

Ron, someone is always looking over you. Driving skills are a must for your business. Youre the best. God bless

[@tedfisk1211]

Nice scenery. At least the trailer was long. Short trailers can be challenging to back up any distance. great job Ron.

[@patrickherbert1018]

What you said about the best job because everyday is different is absolutely true. The first nine months of my 43 year driving career was with 20-30 ton wreckers. It was lousy pay, lousy hours and still the most fun because everyday was different. I had nowhere near the skills that you have in that 9 month period and it was still great considering the difference in the equipment 40 yrs ago till now. No rotators or hydraulics, wheel and axle lifts like you have now. Keep on towing/trucking

[@normanlee5003]

That was a challenge Ron and you got it done Happy New Year everyone at Midwest truck stay safe my fellow tow brothers 27:26

[@billwarrick5701]

U got this Ron ,I got faith in u my friend.Been following u for some time now.

[@oddtechman]

Had yourself a good one there Ron!!! Thanks for sharing one of the more unseen day to day jobs you do

[@mr.boutdoorsmisadventures7464]

Ron, As A retired Trucker 15 yrs OTR, 15 yrs Local in STL area. I an Fortunate to Never have needed A tow. But let me say You Sir are a true Professional!!! Now days the only towing I do is my little camper trailer. I do live down in Mississippi, But Travel through your area When I go to visit my Daughter and Grandkids in Lebanon, MO. If I ever need my truck and Camper towed in that area I know who to call.

[@chuckanderson320]

Thank you for pointing out that pitties are misunderstood. I got hooked on them volunteering for a rescue organization about 10 years ago when I found out what they're really like. And I will never own any other breed ever again - I love them!!!

[@Handierer]

Thanks for your videos, I like the content. And thank you for allowing us to see some of the landscape too. Stay safe, greetings from southern Germany

[@scottlambert2609]

I love doing those jobs like that it shows what we can do as tow operators!

[@RobKirk82]

I love pitbulls. Had a family dog who was a mixed pit and retriever. Sweetest dog you could ever meet. ALL dogs are good, period. It's the owners that aren't always good. I speak from experience with backing trailers, that is not an easy job Ron! Pivot point being well behind the truck and a short trailer to boot. I've backed a 20 footer sea can with a yard spotter - took me a good 5 minutes to get it done. I love backing 53' as the longer it is, the less steering inputs needed. Well done!

[@13thcolony57]

Fine job backing at both locations. I drive a semi and I use the G.O.A.L method often and there is no shame for using caution. I call the small adjustments you made to get it into position "finessing" it. Outstanding job by a true professional.

[@arthurbiringer5676]

Another award winning job! Stay safe and healthy.

[@SilentCougar]

Ok admitted,,,@10:00 I tilted my head to watch the turn lol...but that was some fine reversing skills considering your space allowment...impressed as always,,, well done Ron..

[@larryrichmond9959]

Ron , another excellent job by you and crew.. I know weather there wii continue to worsen so you folks take care ....GOD BLESS ALL !!!!! .

[@gardin314]

Hola Ron, Muy buenas habilidades y tremendo servicio el que ofreces. Saludos desde Puerto Rico.

[@jakeschisler7525]

This a job nobody else would do? Ron's the man who will try anything once!

[@daviddamico4288]

Ron, that looked like it was a real challenge…glad you got it done.. great work…

[@kevinharris1914]

An interesting job and change from the ordinary. All in a days work. People safe. Equipment not damaged. Customer satisfied and happy for the job satisfactorily complete. With some driving practice for good measure. Practice makes perfect. God bless. Stay safe.

[@johnbulla8708]

ANOTHER FANTASTIC PHENOMENAL JOB WELL DONE HERO

[@balsachopper7]

After watching the video, l'm glad it was you instead of me. Reminded me of a store l used to deliver to. With the doors open on the trailer l had 2 inches clearance on either side of the trailer. One side the building, the other side a church fence. Almost every driver hit the fence. They sent me, as a rookie driver, to this store knowing they would be buying a fence. Looked over the situation, opened the doors and backed her in. Unloaded and when l got back to the yard, the first question was: "How much fence did we have to buy?" Told them they did not have to buy any, they were skeptical. Told them to call the store manager and he would confirm. Got that run every week after that. Never hit the fence. That guy knew you could do the job, just like we knew you could get 'er done. Very good job in a lot of very tight places. You needed a shanty shakers short truck to get that in there.

[@robbnorth2243]

Nothing like a good challenge to keep your driving skills sharp. Thanks for sharing.

[@ajudylee]

Really enjoy your inclusion of clear beautiful scenery .

[@ccross1210]

Mad love and respect Mr. Pratt!🐺

[@StevenRitchey]

Glad it's you and not me, I hate, hate, hate backing trailers, I've done it as I used to drive wreckers with a sling and cable with hooks in the days before roll backs. Did I mention I hate backing trailers.

[@judyfenske1429]

Thank you for taking us with you. I felt like a passenger on a lovely ride.

[@bobtheeke7403]

Fantastic job and always respectful. Only thing on owners fault is using cement blocks where they can absorb water and freeze and break.

[@joepcgeek8509]

Ron, I love the videos. I am always referencing your videos as an example of safety to my friends that are in the towing and construction business. RV's can be tough. Living in West Texas I have moved my fair share of them into or out of some of the worst spots. Thank you for your videos.

[@55VickyV]

Your backup skills are second to none! 🇨🇦

[@alphabravo424]

Returning after a couple of months. I can officially say how much i missed the channel. Stay safe out there.

[@hwalton211]

Not bad! I used to drive semi truck, that was a long back, but as long as you keep it in the right spot on the road in back of you, it works out in the end. Having to pull up a few times is to be expected because of the distance covered. I like your videos because I have that trucking experience and I have always respected those who do the towing and rigging.

[@ahdenmon]

That's some beautiful country, Ron!

[@luisortiz181]

Excellent good maneuver.

[@tazrortheelder5307]

Extreme backing challenge: tow edition

[@zmann422]

Great video as always, we recently took delivery of our 4024 and more then pleased with it. Great truck for getting into areas.

[@deathk26]

Handled like a true professional. Nice work!

[@Newberntrains]

ive had a few tractor supply stores that were almost that tight to deliver to as well as a few warehouses in Laredo TX key thing was to know anything forward of your trailer tandems on the inside will swing away from the object you are hugging just GOAL and know where that tail is gonna swing no doubt you did an amazing job little pete is a wonderful tool in the hands of a skilled driver

[@daviddishman]

U r the best Ron u can tow anything with the rotator cuff

[@BruceHeming]

Awesome job backing that thing up on those narrow roads......

[@zacharysanchez436]

Nice little video to go with my Friday coffee! Awesome as always!

[@Juha.R]

thank you Pratt that you do so wonderful and educating videos! keepongoing with the good spirit and thought! Be safe and love all you coworkers! I wish you and all you family a happy new year 2024! Best regards Kai from Gothenburg Sweden take care 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻👍👍👍👋👋👋🥰🥰🥰

[@markreetz1001]

Great driving. Way to sneak around those corners!

[@malikdigger4544]

Excellent work moving that fifth wheel camper Ron as always

[@justagn6954]

Its good that you can test your driving skill more so that if this happens again you know what to do!

[@geraldsmith5690]

You do good word Ron, good job.

[@leegoldeneagle9003]

That was cool thanks I worked for a RV company so do know what you want through nice work Ron 👍👍☺️

[@philippenaluna2312]

The job's a good 'un!!! As usual, completed without incident and the usual level of expertise. Not that anything less is to be expected!! Greetings and best wishes for 2024 from the UK. God bless.

[@garnetstarr9684]

I enjoy watching these videos. Too bad more people aren't more like Ron. Very professional, kind, etc.

[@jeffclark2725]

Good morning, the way to start a Friday morning, this looks like a great they called and set this towing job up for a Saturday morning when the schedule opened up a bit,that truck did just fine it looked like

[@donbraden8533]

I remember the first camper i moved from campground to there home they were very impressed with my driving skills they gave me a $50 tip i was like u i like a challenge nice job Ron 🇺🇸 😎

[@wilburroth5150]

A difficult job that was well done!

[@glennb8397]

😮😮😮 Mr Ron must have had a tail wind pushing him, hey Mr ? You want me to clean the Dead Bugs off your windshield too. There gos the saying Slow Down 🐌 and don't worry. Mr Ron can save the Job and Day. He's a do it all Tower Oprater that can Get-Done.😊😊😊

[@stevenbelsky1652]

Another great video Ron being a otr truck driver I definitely know some of the weirdest and difficult backings we have to do

[@freddiecauseyii9419]

Honestly I believe the Lil Pete was the best truck for the job versus a regular pickup truck, well, the most safest truck . Awesome driving skills Mr.Ron.

[@t.l.robinson2162]

An excellent job!

[@dmorgan28]

Ron that was another great video. As usual you did an awesome job. You did that just as easy as eating a piece of pie! Take care and have a good one! 👍❤️🙏

[@wynottgivemore9274]

Good job Ron, except I was expecting you to correct his placement of those cinder blocks...I've even seen other Videos of you commenting on the proper way to place them, and it's not this way. The way I'd do it is to place a 2x8 on the bottom and top especially on grass or soft surface. And of course with the block in he proper way, holes facing up. Those are not gonna be there for long, I guess. The weight will crush them eventually. And then they can call you back 👍

[@peggsargent132]

Good driving skills Ron thanks for sharing

[@rickstewart9716]

Awesome job with all that backing up!

[@judyfenske1429]

It has been a long while since you showed us your backing skills. Yes, it is tough to do, I have done that, though YOU make it look easy. Best wishes.

[@Lloyd973]

Very nicely done, sir.

[@deborahstearns22]

What a job you did great as always

[@susandallessandro5076]

Wow, I have trouble backing my car up! You did an amazing job.

[@FF-KMZ9898]

Install a Reese type hitch on front of truck with adaptors for ball and 5th wheel. Then instead of backing your driving forward. We launch fire boats using this method. A lot easier when you see where you're going. Nice job regardless!!

[@takedeadaim8671]

Well that was a challenge, nice driving!

[@jasonarceneaux]

Awesome sauce. Good job

[@theodoregeurds6550]

There is never a better feeling in life as when you really like your job

[@patkappes6140]

You definitely know what you are doing, awesome, 😍

[@HalfPint5811]

That tow bill was more then the value of the camper. Great job 💪

[@lindasides2084]

Nerves of Steele, lol😊 I remember my first attempt at trying to back a tiny trailer. 😂

[@susanowens6393]

Another great job done by you Ron.

[@johnfnielsen5068]

Older campers such as that, don’t always fare well when taken any long trips, but the newer campers built in the last couple of years are built to allow for bigger trucks. As always Ron, a job very well done

[@gsdalpha1358]

My son rescued a pit a friend was surrendering to the Shelter. Shelter was going to put it down - because the dog was a pit. History was a little light on the dog who had a head like a bowling ball, muscles which'd put the Hulk to shame, and numerous scars. Son promised the dog would be a sweetheart, and he was. 100% We had a little black cat who weighed maybe 8 lbs, and that dog was absolutely terrified of her. Actually he was afraid of most things - lol. There's nothing quite like having 90 lbs cannonball into your lap because of thunder. What a test of your skills, Ron!!! We bought a travel trailer and placed it on a private lake for a week-end getaway. But we had help from a friend with a tractor who zipped it right into our chosen spot like he was parallel parking a kid's wagon.