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[@GoneWalkabout]

I was a State Trooper for 25 years, saw many tow operators. Some very good, amazing even. You sir, are in the amazing category. Hats off to you. Sad to see how far GM has fallen. $75000 boat anchor.

[@Towtruck_Dustin]

Thank You! That means a lot!

[@steveinoz8188]

I think both GM and Ford are not coping too well these days. And their dealers aren't helping.

[@greatwhitebuffalo6807]

To bad for the owner, what should have been his dream truck is turning out to be a nightmare.

[@ramaswamynarayanaswamy4806]

@@steveinoz8188 More to do with lack of parts, which everyone including Toyota has issues with.

[@ramaswamynarayanaswamy4806]

@@greatwhitebuffalo6807 I suspect it may be an electrical fault. The GMT900s had less electronics to fail.

[@pzm958]

The ability to easily put a vehicle in neutral for towing should be a MANDATORY safety requirement!!

[@Towtruck_Dustin]

Most all vehicles have a way. In the case of these trucks, they just don’t make it easy to access like everyone else.

[@jonathanallen8236]

There is a lot more cars other than these trucks that you have to crawl under to get into neutral if they don’t run.

[@pzm958]

@@jonathanallen8236 My point exactly! NTSB should mandate that a vehicle should be able to easily be put into neutral ... from inside the cab of the vehicle!!! It is a safety issue!!

[@BMW_Z4idiot]

6 speed manual - get stick shifts ffs

[@jonathanallen8236]

@@pzm958 I work as a mechanic at a European repair shop and it is becoming way too often that this is a problem. Most tow truck drivers do a quick google search and if they can’t figure it out they are dragging it on the truck and shaking it back off. Luckily we have yet to see any immediate damage as a result. Another issue is for example we had a dead Range Rover Evoque towed in and not only was it stuck in park, which I had to get out for him, and after doing so we figure out that the electronic parking brake was stuck as well. The car had water leaking inside and wouldn’t power up. This is totally unacceptable!

[@tonybloomfield5635]

Wow! A tow-truck operator who *_really_* cares about his customers vehicle. Well done mate!

[@bobfrantz534]

Yea while on camera

[@MikeYork-sk3mk]

After owning 2 GM vehicles including a 2005 GMC truck I bought a Tundra. Some friends at work questioned my manhood and asked me “What kind of man buys a Toyota?” I replied, “The kind of man that is tired of things breaking and having to work on it all the time!” So far with 160,000 miles I’m still not working on it!

[@d33no69]

Amen Brother! I did the same, I've had a 2016 1794 and a 2019 Sport and now I'm on a 2023 Taco. None have ever let me down, ever!!!!!!!!!

[@ramaswamynarayanaswamy4806]

Tundras break down as well if they are not maintained.

[@joanned8172]

@@ramaswamynarayanaswamy4806 GM's break down even if maintained.

[@MikeYork-sk3mk]

My GMC…window motors…all instruments on the dash(only have tach and fuel gauge) APS brake controller, front wheel bearing, water pump, injector…just to name a few. Go ahead and be a man and keep buying those GMC’s!

[@paulakilmer1278]

don't forget the lifters!@@MikeYork-sk3mk

[@gballmaier]

What is it with Tow Truck Drivers. They are some of the hardest working, honest working and, down right decent hard working AMERICANS! I'll never forget the tow truck guy, in Northern Cali, that saved my ass, when I backed up a tad too much to the edge of the cliff, and my tires fell-Rolled over the edge of the cliff. ON CHRISTMAS EVE. Talk about the back bone workers of America. YOU FRIGGEN GUYS ROCK. THANK YOU ALL!!!

[@rolandthethompsongunner64]

Sure. Many towing companies rip people off too. I suggest you do some research. Many towing companies get sued for wrongful towing or damaged vehicles.

[@rolandthethompsongunner64]

How freaking ridiculous. No way to unlock the truck from neutral? What happens if the battery dies and it’s in a position you cant jump it or take the battery out ? I wouldn’t own that POS. Electronic shift is 💩

[@rolandthethompsongunner64]

Dont they make jack dollies when you cant get the vehicle out of park ? You have to drag it ?😂

[@rolandthethompsongunner64]

They’re making these things into electronic nightmares. I see many people walking away from their loans and telling GM to eat it. Imagine having bought this POS as an actual work truck and it gets you stuck at a job site and you lose work because it’s decided not to run. 😂

[@-sensibleChris]

Except for the Repo drivers.

[@Dreadnought16]

Never thought I would be impressed watching someone tow a truck....but here I am...impressed.

[@roadkingjp]

I own and operate an Auto Repair Shop, in business for over 50 years and I agree with the State Troopers reply. You are a cut above the rest! Great work!

[@grumpymunchkin2959]

You’d think that after over a hundred years of automotive manufacturing GM could have figured out how to make a fuel pump module that didn’t fail constantly. For those who tow know, that was a nice job loading that truck. It’s easy to just hook and drag across the pavement.

[@niveknospmoht8743]

That's b'cuz the new GM parts now-a-days are made in China

[@upatthefarm6888]

I've been saying this for a long time now. With over 100 years experience, they haven't yet figured out how to maintain a high standard of reliability. Fuel pumps, injectors, AFM, Magna Ride, windshield wipers, 8L90, etc. The list is too long of things they should have been able to perfect by now. Yet, I'm the one stuck paying the repair bills. Am I the luckiest to have a 20.18 Denali with Magna Ride, a 6.2 with AFM and an 8L90? Here in Canada at around 55k KM I had to replace the front Magna ride (quoted 3300$). Then near the same time ran into transmission problems which were addressed by kicking the problem down the road (fluid change) as now at 80k KM all the problems are are back. Yesterday, I shifted to drive and it didn't move, just revved up and then lurched HARD into gear. I'm not excited for it to fail, it's going to cost what 10k maybe? This truck was MSRP ~73k CDN when I bought it. By the time I hit 200k KM, it's possible that I would have spent over 30k in repairs. The cost of these trucks is way too high given the number of issues and costs associated with ownership. You would have to be a fool to buy one. More bonus bucks for Mary Barra right out of your pocket and mine. Next time, I'm going to try a Toyota, overall it seems they have reliablility figured out much better.

[@666dynomax]

funny the other day i drove a guy to get his other vehicle when his gm fuel pump failed in the costco parking lot... didnt know it was common

[@jensz9360]

Well how will that make them any money? They need fools to go into the service bays.

[@danmayes4657]

Best Chinese parts they could find...

[@jimsmith9819]

thats why i like my GMC, simple and inexpensive to repair (its a 1974)

[@garyalford9394]

Old mostly rust free is the way to go !!!

[@stevepreskitt283]

And unlike the GMC in this video, if the fuel pump in your '74 dies, it's less than 10 minutes to replace it and you can do it in the parking lot of the parts store.

[@easygoing2479]

@@stevepreskitt283 But that's the fuel pump. Just try to replace the fuel pump MODULE in that '74 Jimmy. Usually they're _impossible_ to find.

[@stevepreskitt283]

@@easygoing2479 😀

[@SHOE53]

yes these new gm are junk the older trucks are much better!

[@bira896]

Don't believe I have EVER seen a towruck operator as considerate of peoples vehicles as you, sir! Well done and kudos!

[@Towtruck_Dustin]

Thank You!

[@ronaldjones743]

This is probably one of the most professional towing companies I have ever seen. Those fly by nighters need to watch your videos.

[@Towtruck_Dustin]

Thank You! Glad you’re enjoying the content!

[@Skank_and_Gutterboy]

No doubt. There's plenty of them that make the profession look like crap, sorry to say.

[@Twolife]

I agree 💯

[@dr.romeoconfidential9271]

Even though it’s a Truck! He could of protected the Rims better 😢

[@user-pp2ze4yq3m]

@@dr.romeoconfidential9271 -- Whatcha' talking about Romeo? I never saw the rims get close to hitting anything!

[@elusive_edification]

People ask me why I drive a 20 year old truck and wouldn’t trade for a new truck even if it was free… This, all of this is why!!!

[@zubrickadvisors6742]

2003 Ford 7.3L Powerstroke. Repair and reload. Had her for 20 years. Enjoy all the tips of the cap I get these days.

[@jerrystephenson1172]

Yep, same here. A 2003 Silverado, from new has been the best vehicle ever for me. Still runs, drives, & looks great. If I had to replace it, likely Toyota, even if I think the're ugly. Sad but GM & Ford have slid way down & don't even get me started on Fiat/Chrysler.

[@Milkman3572000]

My 93 is still great. The ac even works better.

[@kellyjones841]

Still driving 79 GMC. Can fix it, big brother doesn’t know where it goes, can pull or haul darn near anything. When my wife drives it she says the young guys wave and thumbs up, not telling her any different.

[@sunshinefireboulder]

Agreed. Of all of our firetrucks we know that the one that will survive all the other ones is our oldest truck, a 2000 F550 with the 7.3L Powerstroke.

[@davidfrania8990]

Dustin, I would like to compliment you on your professionalism, courtesy, and your obvious care for your customer's vehicles. It's amazing to watch how you know exactly what to do with so many different types of vehicles, as well as how to utilize all of the new technology, and their limitations, of these vehicles. Keep up the great work you do and I am sure your viewers will keep watching! Have a great week ahead!

[@Towtruck_Dustin]

Thank You! Glad you’re enjoying the content!

[@glloyd711]

I agree, great job.

[@joelprice281]

Very professionally done and the extra work to take care of the customers vehicle is awesome! God Bless!

[@TexDrinkwater]

Defective fuel pumps and no shift release. Good job, GM. 🙄

[@Towtruck_Dustin]

Unfortunately the engineers dropped the ball on these newer trucks.

[@frankish5314]

Pretty much anything with a GM badge these days is a POS!@@Towtruck_Dustin

[@matthewgaines10]

I come to expect that from GM.

[@montemaguire4596]

I will never buy. a new truck

[@stewartsmith1947]

I have a 2000 Tundra and it has never let me down. A couple minor problems. New radiator , A/C pressure switch, O2 sensor and the little green light that shows that your in drive . Not bad for being 24 years ol and 260,000 miles.

[@MrGill4]

I owned a 2012 Chevy Traverse and when it hit 60,000 miles I think a gremlin got in it and started ripping it apart. In 2019 I purchased a 4Runner and have had zero problems.

[@lordcorgi6481]

GM is the best advertisement ever for Toyota 🤣 In the Automotive Repair Industry, I've lost count on how many client accounts start with a GM and they now own all Toyotas or Hondas now. I only see them for oil changes or minor maintenance now.

[@rhondasweeney7271]

Dustin, you sure do know how to work the bed of your truck. I was quite impressed. I really enjoyed this video! Thanks for sharing! 😊

[@Towtruck_Dustin]

Thank You! Glad you’re enjoying the content!

[@JCreole]

As a GMC dealer I support this advertisement….😂

[@Towtruck_Dustin]

💀💀💀💀

[@TheNotMeTube]

Wouldn’t think that’s the type of advertisement a dealer would want. Might deter potential buyers.

[@mtsky-tc6uw]

@@TheNotMeTube sarcasm

[@drofdoctors7887]

Only thing you dealin is bull$hit😂

[@gmctech]

Damn...... Beyond a doubt the most no-nonsense, professional loading I've ever seen, and having been an automotive technician for 25+ years and a truck-push in big inch pipelining I've seen my fair share to tow jobs.... Well done!

[@Towtruck_Dustin]

Thank You!

[@cowboy7271]

They make crap like that to make more money at da dealer shop.

[@harrymiller3986]

@@cowboy7271actually the dealership is making the money off GM. They charge the dealership 10% over dealer price and the dealership charges them 100 % plus shop rate why pay 20% more for the parts to make less

[@BoostAuthority]

Yes that was awesome, I had a tow guy drag my awd car up his truck once, would have been nice to have a driver like Dustin instead

[@michaelh.4535]

All I can say is if you’re looking to bye a new GM vehicle…………………good luck. You’re gonna need it!!

[@thethiefonthecross9092]

Well Ford is a lot worse you can do some research and find out for yourself

[@jacktoof8851]

Carefull about badmouthing and making nasty comments about GM Trucks. I have a 2024 GMC loaded with over 110 miles on it and so far no issues.😁

[@yellowdeer7163]

That is quite a tow truck. I admire how you take of the customers vehicles. Be safe.

[@Towtruck_Dustin]

Thank You!

[@richardbarkley9909]

My friend HAD a '22 Silverado 1500 (3.0 Diesel) like this. Bad fuel pump relay. I towed it on HIS trailer but not before his private mechanic used a wrench to get it into neutral and zip tied it in place, He also had to do something with the electric parking brake on both rear wheels so it would roll while we winched it onto the trailer. What a freaking pain in the butt!!

[@Towtruck_Dustin]

I’ve had to do that before. Unless the customer I just absolutely against skates and dragging it, I won’t get under it and do all that.

[@berardoferrari]

RAMs dont have that problem .... even in 2013 !!!! LOL!!!!!

[@polarys425]

@@berardoferrari just a myriad of other issues.

[@sunking2001]

Wow!! I'm amazed at the many features this tow truck has with its carrying platform. Tow trucks have come a long way!

[@djrickyb]

It is amazing how much GM's Mechanical Quality has declined since the 2000s.

[@bradleylayton1741]

Everybody’s quality has declined since the 2000’s. That was peak manufacturing and engineering. A lot of those trucks 20 plus years and still on the road. Now they are engineered failed look at so the plastic in the engine bays now. Wasn’t like that back in 2k. I actually sold my 15 6.7 f250 for a 2000 excursion with the 7.3l. Almost same mileage but I know the 7.3 will last 500k the new diesels with the emissions stuff I was nearing end of life unless I wanted to spend 4-5k every time it broke down

[@hedgehogthesonic3181]

I don't know man, Toyota cars even made in 2012 still hold up good. Priuses with 300,000 miles and more still driving around as Taxis.@@bradleylayton1741

[@jreyman]

It's not that they (any, and all manufacturers) don't know how to engineer reliable products. It's that they purposely design them to fail, so you have to keep replacing parts, so they make more money. It's sacrificing reputation for increased profit, and something all modern manufacturers unfortunately do.

[@user-sf5pk2qt9q]

GM has been on a decline since the late 70’s

[@yelyab1]

I’m a mechanical engineer for over 35+ years. It’s fascinates me to watch these guys make short work of hauling a vehicle. For those of us from the rust belt, fly over region of USA, where people tow their own vehicles know what this young man did is a 4 hour job for us amateurs. Tow truck technology has morphed into something completely different than 40/50 years ago where it was a hood and chain. Lots of time, when we were teens and 20s, pushed or pulled with a chain or if you were lucky you could get a few 100’ of seat belt webbing. Towing was exciting because rear vehicle had to do the braking. If the brakes were shot you tie a few tires, less rims to the front or rear between the vehicles and kept the speed under 25. 3 tires can stop a car from 25 if tow car stays off the brakes and bounces forward upon impact. I specialized in safety engineering after all the near fatal car repair events I had before I was 19 years old. Similar experiences with boats and motor cycles. It’s what little boys do and now I see little girls out doing it too. At the time, with a brain that as of yet was not fully developed is what we did, it was common sense at the time, now, we were nutz. The good old days, it a wonder a lot of us are still here.

[@Failure_Is_An_Option]

If that would take you four hours with the same equipment you're not much of an engineer of any sort.

[@rogerdalebone]

I bought a 2017 Silverado January 2021. One owner, like new, 85 thousand milees. Fifteen thousand miles and two transmissions later I traded it for a 2018 Honda Ridgeline. GM vehicles are junk. My previous truck was a Toyota which I bought new in 1999 and drove 22 years. I'm 76 years old by the way and baby my vehicles.

[@oneslackr]

Still have my '02 Tundra 4x4 that I bought new in '02. Still running after 22 years & nothing but routine maintenance.

[@bobbobby1846]

if you have parts put in from gm, why do you think it is going to work the second time? have the transmission rebuilt by a qualified transmission rebuilder. they put aftermarket parts in to correct issues.

[@jjohnson8977]

yep 2004 sold it. I never had one break down ever. bought a new tundra.

[@oneslackr]

@@jjohnson8977 : How do you like the new Tundra? Any issues?

[@jjohnson8977]

@@oneslackr so far so good. my 2004 was awesome but just got tired of it. No reason to sell other then just wanted newer (sad huh) the new one is awesome. so far no problems its the 6.5 bed 4 door TRD/limited(has good features of both TRD and limited like leather and slight lift better shocks) had it a year so far. 2021 last of v8's? it came certified from toyota dealer. Truth told I don't dirve it much but it pure pleasure when I do. Its the super brite blue called voodoo blue. It stands out lots of people liking it. the old one was boring grey. no problems so far. Smooth 4x4 shift. Its a keeper probalbly keep it another 15 years. My 2004 bought 14 years ago used, for $17k put 70k miles on it zero problems, resold it in one day for $18k. go figure

[@meng6315]

This holds true to the old Chevy commercial “Like a Rock.” The meaning actually came true.

[@ct87gn25]

That was freakin awesome sir!!! There new commercials should show there trucks on the back of wreckers with the Bob Seger's tune playing "like a rock" !!!

[@mysterjd34]

That is so much extra work to avoid damaging their vehicle further. Huge respect for that.

[@loveistheanswer8137]

A local operator here in Ontario Canada told me the same story. He said the newer Chevs have huge amount of problems. He said the electric E brakes were half the problem.

[@Towtruck_Dustin]

I haven’t seen many of the brake issues lately. That seemed to be mostly the 2020 year trucks.

[@loveistheanswer8137]

@@Towtruck_Dustin It was a few years back he told me that so that makes sense.

[@up0820]

Doesn't surprise me, GM has had brake issues for years, guess what that is one of the reasons they filed bankruptcy in 2009 to get out of all the recall brake issues they had from the 90's and forward.

[@marcodarko6941]

Don't forget the faulty ignition switch (killled a couple of hundred people) on roughly 30 million GM vehicles worldwide that GM tried to hide.. then the recalls and lawsuit from that fiasco.. after the BILLIONS GM got from their 2009 bailout they only paid out a measly $120 million on that mess. ​@@up0820

[@HailCaesar-lm4bq]

They screwed up my Tahoe trying to move it with that E brake on . Damaged bumpers

[@anoni81b4u]

I bought a new ford ranger in 2002 Drove it for over a quarter million miles . Never towed once.

[@Flydevice1]

So… 250k miles, my 2018 Ram 2500 has those miles and never been towed or visited the dealer.

[@joanned8172]

@@Flydevice1 Saw a youtuber with a million mile RAM, took 2 engines and 3 transmissions to make it.

[@jjohnson8977]

bought a 2000 ranger clutch broke at 4000 miles. then brakes serviced at dealer squealed like nothing i ever heard took it back to dealer they said brakes are supposed to scream like that. and they changed to oil and truck started leaking at drain plug. Last Ford I ever buy toyota only for me

[@anoni81b4u]

I was on my second clutch at 260,000 miles and it was still good . @@jjohnson8977

[@barrya.6212]

@@jjohnson8977So a 1 in a million fluke bad clutch, squeeky breaks and a $10 drain plug plastic ring got damaged by a oil changer and you right off a complete company.....the tacoma that was just replaced has whining rear differential, poor shifting auto even after update and engine dies climbing steep hills....have fun.

[@roberthendricks1453]

You do an excellent job, sir. I drove a tow truck when I was furloughed from the railroad years ago. You handled everything perfectly.

[@Towtruck_Dustin]

Thank You!

[@davidrobins4025]

I'm impressed with your care of the attention you gave to no damage on the towed vehicle and the efficiency of the steps you took to both load and unload your tow truck. Excellent sound and video. - no frustrating music. Well done.

[@Towtruck_Dustin]

Thank You!

[@glynnjohnson3531]

It’s amazing the crap we living in America allow auto manufactures to sell us. Truly amazing.

[@ryandeboer9584]

Imagine the possibilities of what goes unseen that are digestible

[@bruceportersr9880]

But, don't forget the government. They are mandating all kinds of adds that make no sense, but pay their friends well.

[@jensz9360]

Well when people are willing to pay an arm and a leg for crap then why not sell them crap. Look at it from their point of view, why should they improve something or make it work if there are thousands of idiots willing to keep buying junk.

[@gergnotsloh]

Not only that but suburban dads feel the need to spend 80k or more on this crap. Gravy Seals.

[@csmlouis]

but but but reliability cannot be put onto spec sheet or the marketing brochures. Just gimme HP/TQ, payload, tow rating, and maybe some gimmicky app/screen and I will buy these over MSRP.

[@jonbruce536]

Top notch operator. You're a huge asset to your company.

[@Towtruck_Dustin]

Thank You!

[@joethebumbler]

I owned a 2012, 2017 and now a 2022 GMC Sierra and have had zero issues with them. The only issue I had was the 2017 had a jerky transmission that always worked but I just did not like the way it did. My 2022 is a dream to drive.

[@oldgrayhairs8246]

Wow! I had no idea about that problem with GM products. Great job operating your tow truck, which is quite a machine. Keep up the very professional work. Excellent job! 👍🏼

[@dundeeecroc]

If I lived in Texas, I would have a 1985 Dodge Power Wagon 4x4 with Cummins diesel and with a manual transmission

[@rickreese5794]

91 k1500, manual, 4.3, Run FOREVER 💯🤙🏻😎

[@stevenferris901]

Appreciate the care you take with the customers vehicle. They already have a problem, nice that you do not potentially add to their issues.

[@Towtruck_Dustin]

Thank You! I try to take care of customer vehicles as best I can.

[@affordablecommunications8710]

You’re the best tow Guy I’ve ever seen and you own an amazing rig. I really enjoyed watching you load up the GMC truck!

[@Towtruck_Dustin]

Thank You!

[@sulehk]

This is why many of us are buying Toyota/Lexus vehicles. Reliability, and you can go for years without a need of being towed. Great video Dustin.

[@jonlosito2004]

And Honda/ Acura and Subaru. And even Genesis

[@ronaldjones743]

Exactly I have a 1998 Lexus LS 400 it's got 400,000 miles on it and still rides like a new car. I bought it in 2012 with 205,000 miles on it.

[@Skank_and_Gutterboy]

This is why I went with the Honda Ridgeline. I don't need that much truck and for the desert recreation that I do, the Ridgeline works great. I goes a lot more places than my previous SUV but I'm not doing any real intense off-roading. The Ridgeline is the right combination of car/crossover-SUV characteristics and truck characteristics. I'm not bagging on anybody else's choices, it's what works best for me.

[@dennynisevic7848]

The best car build on this planet to this day.​@@ronaldjones743

[@kenik2023]

So...My in laws battery went DEAD AF while the one in my Durango is still working YEARS after it was supposed to be out of warranty (6 years) They fed you guys that lie and you have swallowed it whole I was a Toyota tech for 4 years...they break When I worked at a Honda/Acura dealer I replaced at least 2 transmissions a week. Suburu...yea don't get me started. Nissan is the best of the breed and most underrated but I would NEVER buy a used one after working in that dealership. You idjits do NOT believe in oil.

[@ScottPlude]

mind BLOWN! I have never seen a tow truck "walk" like that before. That's some voodoo crap goin on right there!

[@Towtruck_Dustin]

Many cool tricks you can do with these trucks.

[@RK-nr8qf]

You would be the one I would request if I needed a tow. Straight up PRO!!!

[@Towtruck_Dustin]

Thank You!

[@mikekuczynski1552]

Dustin does such a good job taking care of his customers and there vehicles. Not an easy thing to do . Thanks for sharing.

[@sb859]

Hats off to the Working Man! And "thanks" to GM for building a crappy truck that ruins decades of good will and heritage.

[@40calDeathPunch]

And who leads the automotive industry in recalls? FORD!

[@Majorbanjo]

@@40calDeathPunch And Chevy/GMC doesn't acknowledge the problems, just continues to replace the faulty parts with more faulty parts creating the reason tow truck drivers make videos about GM being the leading vehicles they haul......

[@dntlss]

@@Majorbanjo They all have problems,that whole Chevy versus Ford business is high school stuff,cars these days are awful because they are putting so many damn electronics into them,a buddy was telling me about this new system BMW is coming out with to replace completely the throttle where they actually move the camshaft around to lower the idle of the car!! pure insanity,nothing wrong with a 20 dollar throttle cable,lol

[@smarticus6384]

Whoa now. Yes, but great for the towing business. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯

[@ryanb8736]

@@dntlssAmerican vehicles are crap. Now what’s weird is BMW is doing amazing. Their B58 6 cylinder is a true powerhouse that’s bulletproof. Toyota even approved it. GM, Ford, and Dodge all have major issues. Toyota is the one to get for trucks. For cars I have German and exotic. Will never buy another American car.

[@porschenut5610]

Wow, your new cameras are much clearer! I can now see your windshield is cracked 🙂

[@nighttow8780]

Video quality is much improved. I can now see the crack in your windshield.😂

[@Towtruck_Dustin]

I guess that’s an improvement 😂

[@david_onthetrail]

Dustin you are an ambassador of professionalism to your profession, I can't believe I sat through this video other than enjoying how well you performed your duties and the extra care and attention you showed for the customers vehicle and property. Well done sir.

[@Towtruck_Dustin]

Thank You!

[@michaelw6277]

The way you neatly fold up the excess straps shows that you sweat the details. Well done.

[@davop4919]

Mechanic of 38 years here I've changed hundreds of GM fuel pumps and only a handful of Ford or Chrysler or anything else for that matter...

[@andykolb263]

VERY professional. ...so impressive!

[@Towtruck_Dustin]

Thank You!

[@kylesummers1565]

I will never buy another vehicle without recovery hooks. I bought my last GM in January 2019 (a half ton 4x4 1500 chevy. That truck was garbage). Nice of you to care about your customers! That was actually very interesting to watch!

[@jarm7726]

It's a pleasure watching a highly skilled professional at work great job sir

[@Towtruck_Dustin]

Thank You!

[@KenBurnham66]

Another interesting and informative video Justin. Looks like GM will be doing a lot of warranty work on these vehicles.

[@Towtruck_Dustin]

Thank You! They will definitely be doing a lot of work on these in the future!

[@gudfarfar]

That is a good tow truck you've got there. I have never seen a truck that could walk itself forward or backward when needed, and I am impressed. A job well done and some happy customers to show for it. You've got yourself another follower.

[@grocerygrip]

Towtruck_Dustin, I applaud you man. You're using EVERY bit of your McGyver-ness to do this. I'd wouldn't have the slightest idea how to do a tow like this man!! Much respect

[@dand3975]

The best type of shifter is attached to a New Process transmission, it moves front to back & sideways. To use it requires pushing a pedal with your left foot to select a gear. It also allows for push starting the truck when the battery is dead.

[@sedgar11]

I still have 2 nv4500 chevy trucks. Over 200,000 still going.

[@pzm958]

Yep!! Those were the days!! Can barely even find anyone that can drive that sort of thing today!!

[@BuilderofRat]

My 09 Dodge 6.7 has a 6 speed manual. I love the trans, but the factory 2 piece flywheel was/is COMPLETE junk. I now have a new South Bend set-up.

[@roykey3422]

T-18 borg Warner was a better transmission. But I agree on the manual part.

[@dand3975]

@@roykey3422 i suppose if I say Borg Warner Super T 10 4 speeds were good you will have some thing that tops them too.

[@Elite59]

460,000 trouble free miles on my 2003' Dodge Ram 3500 with a 5.9 litre Cummins and a 6-speed Manual Trans. Never have needed a tow truck!

[@7riverseast217]

RAM owners thinking ( we know )

[@Marc-ys9og]

ITS A JUNK

[@failranch9542]

And if you do, it's probably not too hard to turn your Ram into one.

[@BuilderofRat]

Mine is an 09 6.7 with a 6 speed, and other than a couple of issues with the POS Dodge clutch, mine is fine too. I would refuse to have an electrically controlled transmission. I do not even like the button to turn on the 4 wheel drive. I like a lever that you pull. 100% mechanical. I wish that instead of buying this 09, I would have bought a clean 5.9 12 valve, and rebuilt everything.

[@BuilderofRat]

@@Marc-ys9og I guess that everyone is entitled to their wrong opinion. People said the my 1965 Jeep was junk, but I sure loved mine. What kind of junk do you drive? Please tell us so that we can trash-talk to you.

[@fastj1962]

Never had a problem with a tow truck driver. They are awesome. Even when I was towed in a parkinglot scam, when I picked my truck up an hour later, the guy was super cool and helped me open my truck to get the spare key since I lost my keys walking to the tow yard at 9 at night. I drove back the way I walked and found my keys after...lol

[@bobsloan694]

40 plus years in the repair business + towing excellent job. Kudos to someone who really cares about his work.

[@shoersa]

Another company where Quality is definitely NOT job 1!

[@user-rp3ev5kz2o]

Love my f150, 104,000 miles, on second set of tires changed at 80,000 miles, never rotated. Nothing else besides oil changes. Still drives like brand new

[@indycharlie]

What year and engine / tranny though ? @@user-rp3ev5kz2o

[@cocacola3269]

Sick of my Escalade always breaking brand new i just traded it for Ford. Zero issues since 120,000 now since 0. Smartest move i made in awhile lol

[@gator347]

what Ford are you in now ?

[@cocacola3269]

@gator347 let me know when you read this so I can erase it. Dont need the whole world to know what i drive.

[@gator347]

thats a nice collection. appreciate it man.. been shoppping forever these days, this market makes me sick !@@cocacola3269

[@alb12345672]

@@cocacola3269I have an 11 F150 with the 6.2L at 200K miles its more reliable than some new stuff. Feels more powerful than some new trucks. Love the interior too.

[@cocacola3269]

@alb12345672 I miss my V10 Ford bruh!! So fun with no tracking control and nannys! Drift and beast threw life!

[@jamesphilli8464]

Absolute junk can’t let them sit for a week without the battery going dead and to charge it you have to disconnect the battery from the truck for it to charge

[@SoosRamirez1]

A week?? That’s pathetic

[@brandonbrattina4471]

That’s why my 2015 is the newest I’ll ever buy till they figure out what their problem is

[@terrys8978]

​@SoosRamirez1 too many modules drawing power. Wish they were built simpler

[@thefordshopyard5348]

No Such Thing As A Vehicle Being Junk!

[@janetyurkin822]

I’ll keep my 89 Lincoln Town car. All this electronic wizardly they put on this new plastic over priced junk. Gives the dealership lots of money to fix these gadget laden night mares!

[@fladave99]

Chavy acts like building junk is just a tradition

[@bengone3349]

Here in the Wash DC area we are loaded with TT companies, mostly the scoop and swoop type, but for real rollback work we have Air Park Towing, total pros like this guy. The go to company!

[@jujujustme]

Love your channel! Just discovered it recently. I especially appreciate the information regarding vehicles that have manufacturing issues to look out for. You are very kind to share these types of things with people (like me) who want to make sure they buy/have a safe and reliable vehicle, or even just to look out for after purchase. Keep up the great work!

[@Towtruck_Dustin]

Thank You! Glad you’re enjoying the content!

[@tabbott429]

Nice to see a real PRO making it look easy. Good job and SO cool that you can move the truck from outside like that. I never realized that was a thing.

[@Towtruck_Dustin]

Thank You!

[@jamesmyers9285]

Exactly why I bought my first RAM in 2018 and haven't looked back. My 2018 RAM has 245,000 miles on the odometer and it is a 3.0L Turbodiesel/8-speed automatic. Just bought a new 2023 RAM Limited with the same 3.0L Turbodiesel, (final year for the V6 Turbodiesel). I kept the 2018 and will continue to use it until the end of time.

[@acetomatocompany]

Great job of loading and unloading!!! Back in my days of towing, we never used those straps between the spokes of the wheels. The webbing of the straps would leave small imprints in the finish. But also when I drove a tow truck, those interference engines would also brake a belt . I could predict the mileage on their car. 80K for local, 100-120K highway. Then they changed to a timing chain , problem eliminated. Thank for sharing.

[@wikolib6821]

Excellent job Dustin. Taking pics and video are excellent tools to help prevent complaints and lawsuits. From the look of the tires, that was a low mileage truck. GM not so much. Working Fire/EMS the tow truck operators were extremely helpful at auto collision scenes and I was very grateful and happy to work with them. Both my Titan and my wife's Mazda go into neutral w/o starting the engine. If you have a dead battery, it's a different story.

[@Towtruck_Dustin]

Thank You!

[@ginozanga2129]

Extra work, but respect of the owners property. Great job Dustin! I like the new video

[@Towtruck_Dustin]

Thank You!

[@kenpettis1961]

There should be more young people like you !,!,❤

[@drdr76]

I talked to a tow truck driver in the late 90s. He said that two car brands he almost never saw on the job were Honda and Toyota.

[@Towtruck_Dustin]

Still holds true. Generally if I do tow any, it’s little minor stuff.

[@berardoferrari]

now thats real fake news! LOL!!!

[@baronvonjo1929]

My Honda Fit has been the most unreliable car I ever had. I would recommend sticking with Toyota. Lots of Hondas seem to be going downhill from what I found out

[@ramaswamynarayanaswamy4806]

@@Towtruck_Dustin Hondas and Toyotas are sold in less numbers, that is also another reason.

[@timothydubois5834]

Honda quality is slipping. Mazda has entered the chat.

[@garrytownson7552]

By far a more than capable and conscientious tow operator......well done, always appreciated by the customer.

[@Towtruck_Dustin]

Thank You!

[@cofffeejoe2079]

I finally understand how you walk the truck back or forwards. Mad skills my dude

[@Towtruck_Dustin]

Thank You!

[@johnreese3762]

Another happy GM customer!!

[@GreggRoberts]

Here in Detroit the two most popular repos are Chargers and Escalades.

[@carsusa1]

From a fellow tow truck operator, you are a master at your craft. As for General Motors, not only they botched the quality control on their trucks but failed to consider the safety consequences of not providing a Park-Neutral override . Our federal government should mandate a Park-Neutral override on every vehicle sold period. If this $60k+ truck dies in the lane while driving on the freeway, it will become a death trap!

[@delmarhodges995]

I have learned a valuable trick today. thank you

[@Towtruck_Dustin]

Glad you’re enjoying the content!

[@TexDrinkwater]

I've seen a lot of other YTers complaining about GoPro, and the cameras tendency to stop working without warning for overheating or other issues. Trent Palmer made a good case for switching to Insta360 products. I don't have any first-hand knowledge, though, because I haven't used an action cam since I had a Hero3 ages ago.

[@Towtruck_Dustin]

If had my fair share of problems, which is why I’m making the changes I’ve made. So far so good.

[@AngusNB]

Nice work. It's good to see someone taking pride in their work. I like the way you take care the the extra strap with your tie-downs. That works very well.

[@Towtruck_Dustin]

Thank You!

[@moyacosta6223]

I guess its true that GM reliability is always a gamble, some of these seem to die immediately but my dad also has a 2022 GMC Sierra and he leaves it weeks without starting it and when he does its starts every time, so maybe he got a good one

[@justenzo6342]

Worked at a Buick gmc dealer and there were so many problems with these brand new trucks

[@michaelalberson126]

Absolutely awesome and professional work and care and thank you for not using any profanity as so many people do. And praying Gods blessings upon you and your family. And I love the in God we trust on your tow rig.

[@Towtruck_Dustin]

Thank You!

[@williamferri3982]

How about “In GOD we trust “. ……….everything else we secure.

[@ronaldjones743]

He said the front sits low on those trucks. Probably for aerodynamics and gas mileage. But what's the point it's a 4X4 with a grill the size of a 4X8 sheet of plywood.😂

[@VB-bk1lh]

Its too bad that they can't figure out how to make an electric fuel pump after 40 years or so. GM trucks have had pump issues for decades. I see somethings never change.

[@indycharlie]

Exactly ! Absolute BS . The Ram has a KNOWN issue with their Hemi's that they haven't fixed since the last model change for it . These are just some of the reasons that the lots are full of these trucks . Of course , the overpriced electronic BS that " trucks " don't need is another !! That also makes their junk very expensive .

[@fireman7472]

Another quality p.o.s. from general motors 😂

[@dlsimes]

Dustin, your tips and tricks are amazing!

[@Towtruck_Dustin]

Thank You! That’s my ultimate goal, is to help others and share my knowledge!

[@darkerbinding6933]

Nice job. It's great seeing someone who cares about what they do. Yes it was a bit extra work but really it didn't take long. 👍👍👍

[@carrollbridges6427]

A close friend works for Chevy dealership as a machanic and has for 45 years, and we've talked about the pickups GMC and Chevy are putting out today, and he's told me sense 2006 he wouldn't by one but he told me in 1987 that's when he noticed the GM product going g done and yes sells where good but the quality was crap and today he wouldn't own one because the parts that fail are the same one's every time and the new parts they put on are just bad and he's replacing the same parts on 10 yr to 2 yr old trucks everyday. He drives a RAM 3\4 ton and said it has its problems to but GM and FORD Pickups have more issues than RAM Pickups

[@Oheeeoh]

New trucks are so expensive. I'll probably be driving my 2017 Ram until I die.

[@Towtruck_Dustin]

It’s crazy how much the want for new vehicles now days.

[@Steve-iw8yz]

Ugh ugh 8l

[@dave0246]

I have an 07 ram 1500 I got it in 2012 with 32k now it has 140k and it’s been really good to me I’ll drive it for as long as I possibly can

[@tallll70]

zf8s with actually have park release under dash somewhere

[@kristoffMR]

Dodge trucks arent any better than gmchiet!

[@stevemcdaniel7990]

Nice work, sir! Just came across your channel and it's really interesting to see a professional tow truck operator at work. It's also a crying shame GM can't make a $75-80k truck that will actually start when it should!

[@Towtruck_Dustin]

Thank You! Glad you’re enjoying the content!

[@rl3454]

Always amazes me all the different ways to tow and pick up a vehicle. Nice job. I learned a lot. Cool job. 🇺🇸

[@plantfeeder6677]

Dude you are what is called a Professional Tow Truck Driver! Amazing job my man. You passed the audition!

[@huddyvanderhoff611]

People say that Chevy and GMC trucks are the best but now with these problems Ford, RAM, and Jeep are at the top and Chevy is at the bottom. If GM wants to be up there then they need to get a solution for the fuel module issue.

[@Towtruck_Dustin]

They definitely have some reengineering to do if they wanna come back from this.

[@chrisanderson4799]

Chevys are always low miles and get better gas mileage than the rest because they spend 1/3 their lives on the back of a tow truck! (Usually a Ford!)

[@Towtruck_Dustin]

😂😂😂

[@coryw.9086]

I had a 2019 and now a 2023 Sierra. Other than a few manufacturer recalls I’ve been very happy with them. No issues with either. First was a Denali 6.2 and now I have a AT4 diesel 3.0.

[@JJ4213FL]

Had a 2014 GMC Sierra bought brand new plagued with electrical, A/C and drivetrain issues. Inherited my dad's 2013 GMC Sierra also plagued with electrical issues. Rented a 2023 Tahoe plagued with electrical issues. Seems to be a GM thing and the reason I'll never buy another one.

[@rickreese5794]

Yeah, me too. 2014 5 recalls in 3 months. 💩box, have a short box GMT400. Stick 4x4 single cab, Love it.😊

[@matthewgaines10]

I understand designing a vehicle is hard. GM makes it more difficult with curious decisions.

[@koraykumru1295]

Let's just say, I have the opti spark hahaha

[@lrich8181]

Strict government regulations on emissions is most of the problem.

[@enumrob]

Garbage Manufacturing Corp, It's Not hard if it's done by qualified individuals who actually care about what their doing but GM has had a LONG history of manufacturing junk and then testing it out on the public. For years people have had Blind loyalty to this company and will buy time and time again despite having to spend thousands on repairs compared to comparable vehicles. They truly don't give a shit about quality. Toyota and Honda would never do things this way. Ford and Chrysler (or whatever the hell their called now) are the same way too.

[@ramaswamynarayanaswamy4806]

@@enumrob Toyota and Honda also have had plenty of issues. Go and look them up.

[@enumrob]

Yes, I'm fully aware. I'm in the automotive repair / service business. I own and operate a large automotive repair facility. The difference is, in the case of Toyota when they put out some faulty 3.0 liter v6 engines, they owned up to it right away ( Didn't wait for class actions lawsuits) immediately stepped up and replaced them NO QUESTIONS ASKED. They even extended the factory warranty on the vehicle. The domestics would NEVER do such a thing. Many companies have abandoned customer service /support for quick profits. In GM's case, I can think of at least 6 customer's of ours who have newer GM's with MAJOR issues that GM will not rectify. @@ramaswamynarayanaswamy4806

[@MACFORD88]

I own a 2023 Zr2 bought it in December 2022. Have put on it 16k so far no problems. But I have heard of the shifter when having issues like when you break down. As well as the lifters and cam going out.

[@Towtruck_Dustin]

Unfortunately there are quite a few different problems they have. Some seem to be better than others. Hopefully you got a good one lol

[@franklempka2159]

What a great truck for towing.

[@poobank]

I've noticed here recently that. It is getting harder to find quality products and services. But you, my friend seem to be a rare find of providing excellent quality. Great job