My First Semi Truck Load! Got One Week of Training With The Semi Truck!

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[@do-it-yourself]

Every one needs a brother in-law like yours very nice of him 👏👏👏

[@jamesross8236]

Hey boss, a suggestion for you, buy a cdl book that explains load securement and follow it to the letter! the rub rails are not working load rated and most states will ticket you for it, and all steel loads - ALWAYS use edge protectors, chains will dig into steel and some receivers will reject the load because of it and straps fray quickly so---( the CDL load securement book will also explain the working load limit of chains by size, as well as straps.) A hand ratchet strap has less load limit than a strap that is secured by a ratchet binder that is attached to the trailer

[@ontheroad7097]

Thank you for your suggestion, I will definitely look into getting a CDL book!

[@Repavich]

Great info

[@roberta1395]

James, Your ALWAYS use edge protectors while using chains on steel will get aomeone killed. The point of using chains on steel beams is so they will dig in to stop them from sliding. If your gonna use edge protectors you might as well be using straps.

[@williamskrainski8407]

Rub rails are just that,,,,they protect the chains from getting bumped by another object.....they are not for securing chains or straps. That's a favorite ticket up here in the NE

[@NatoWarPigs]

@@ontheroad7097 you dont know WTF your doing guy.

[@bobbynichols7159]

Need more chains headache rack a must on flat bed .A sudden stop that steel will cut through those straps like butter .

[@gremmie666]

He has plenty enough chains

[@F1travels]

Every video of you, it surprises me you never get hassled by DOT for hooking chains and straps to the rub rail, very illegal way of securing a load. I suggest attending a load securement course just once, it will gain you a ton of knowledge on legal ways of securing loads. Anyway happy trucking! you're on the right track.

[@ToyManFlyer1100]

*That 1st "Two Wheeler Brake Check" gonna have you wishin' you had a "headache rack, bud.....Newton's Law...An object in motion shall remain in motion unless stopped by a outside force"...*

[@skliros9235]

Just don't brake 😁

[@bigjim5723]

I THOUGHT U HAD TO HAVE A HEADACHE RACK BY LAW IF UR TRAILER HAD NO HEAD BOARD? DID THAT CHANGE IN THE 15 YRS SINCE I HAD A TRUCK???

[@realredditstories420]

@@bigjim5723 probally state by state. Not sure

[@jerrythompson8532]

I have been flatbed for over 20 years, it will keep your belly flat😁, you may consider strap protectors, I just came over deadmans pass on I-84 northeast Oregon oh man whiteout and chains required, you can never be over securement, remember 2 securement in the front 10' be safe!

[@MrFriday83]

Get those air lines and pig tails off that cat walk asap. Dot sees that you can find yourself in a full fledge inspection right off the bat. Best of luck and be safe!

[@juanram2596]

Yea first thing I notice as well hopefully he got that fix

[@shaunbailey6700]

Need more straps and chains ⛓ plus a headache rack is a must

[@deanjames8492]

Be careful with the air lines going to your trailer. They shouldn’t be touching the deck plate because they can rub through. Also its just an excuse for DOT to ticket you. You also may want to invest in a headache rack if your going to be hauling pipes or steel.

[@buffaloking658]

Very true, know people gotten tickets for having the hoses touching cat walking. Also having their glad hands on the cat walk and not on the glad hand holder.

[@juanlemod]

You did pretty good securement. I liked that you did a mixture of chains and straps, and also layered your securement. However, all your securement is pulling to one side. I would suggest doing alternative-pull; it's much more safe and prevents the load from sliding to one side; however, it is a bit more time consuming (I ain't gonna lie) going back and forth between each side of the trailer. You should also add a makeshift bulkhead with some dunnage at the front of the trailer like a couple inches away from the steel beams. I would have also recommend using more chains instead of straps. And when you are using straps, make sure to add a twist and each end (each side of trailer) and use edge protection to prevent unnecessary wear on the strap from rubbing against the steel beam and potentially ripping. The twist is to prevent the strap from vibrating from all the wind when driving down the road. Also, I don't you're supposed to hook the chain to the trailer. I was taught to use the chain's hook to hook to itself (it's kinda hard to explain, lol). This is just unsolicited friendly advice from a former flatbedder :) Keep up the good work! I enjoy your videos. Edit: I just saw more of the video, and good job replacing more of the straps with chains! And good job with the occasional Load Check / Tire Check! You're definitely a safe driver trying to do all the right things to stay safe.

[@chasethornton5986]

If I’m not mistaken when you’re using chain binders you can’t hook the binder to the rub rail. You have to have a different direct tie down source. Meaning you can wrap the chain through the rub rail and around it but you can’t use the binder on the rub rail.

[@terryjohns6232]

For all the bullshit you have been thru i applaud you for not giving up!!! People like you make me so proud. Keep doing what you do!!! Dont give up!!!!

[@josephhoak1235]

You need a headache rack on the back of the truck or on front of trailer.

[@corbanlee8157]

Both !!!

[@V3G4SBoY]

Second comment haha Awesome bro! Can’t wait to see the journey with the new semi :))

[@Itz_Mikers]

My advise to you for a starter in the flatbed industry is try to buy 6 ft tarp because they are much lighter than 8ft tarp and there are not much loads that require 8 ft tarp

[@elijames3041]

Thanks for the all great comments and stay safe and I love your truck nice job

[@felicia12444]

You are in great company with your bro-in-law😇

[@vlxxx]

The unload crew was a solid group! The even strapped the the tarps back down!

[@jennifercapps105]

@Hello Vixxx how are you doing

[@j.sagiechode]

old trucker tip! Put a twist in your straps and they won't vibrate and tear themselves apart.

[@skliros9235]

Congrats yousiff. You have a good attitude, and lot of good pointers from fellow viewers.

[@ontheroad7097]

Thank you!

[@balqeessaffar3441]

اللهم اصرف عن ذريتي هذا الوباء،وقيهم من شر هذا الداء،ونجهم من البلاء، يا ارحم الراحمين🤲🏻❤️😘

[@fuzion430journey3]

One week of training and you’re on the road with my family carrying that type a load with you strapped down wrong dear God help us what has happened to the trucking industry

[@flatbedladyv2191]

Greed...stop acting like you dont know😕

[@demastros8438]

Man, at our company we used 1 week of just pure backing. 😬. Good luck on your journey. There are a lot of permits, tax license, fuel tax, amber light permit, haz mat cert, uni hazmat , intrastate, auth, icc auth, entry policy tax & reg., Accident procedures etc. and much more. Can’t believe your winging it. Good luck on your journey brother. Let me know if you have any questions.

[@mbekka1]

They r Egyptians they don’t care they only care about money 😂

[@whatistruth234]

Watch videos of Maverick drivers to see how they make a header to prevent forward movement of the load on flatbed trailers. You have a death wish to run without one. Also use primarily chains and alot of them with heavy steel loads. Be safe

[@CarlosCedeno15]

You need more experience with flatbed my suggestion is try dryvan or refeer first your can hurt people in the road my friend

[@monicachandler4655]

Y? People start out with flat bed all the time with zero experience

[@CarlosCedeno15]

@@monicachandler4655 yes your right but for me was more easy dryvan than flatbed when i was a rookie less things to be worried maybe is just me

[@MASON091]

Carlos Cedeno He basically did flatbed in the hotshot, give him a little credit he’s doing good.

[@realredditstories420]

That’s like telling someone who wants to be a football player not to practice.

[@mannymiah]

Congrats! Little advise from a flatbeder that haul structural steel. Invest in more chains and binders if your going to haul this type of steel. Your straps will hold but in an accident they will rip like paper. Good luck!

[@managerankh]

Headache rack is law, either on trailer or back of tractor. Great videos, lots of positive energy handling your bad situations. Props given 👏

[@Jaakebooth]

Get used to using chains.... steal/metals will cut your straps regardless of the protectors being there or not. We like to say metal on metal securement (use chains for metal securement)

[@froy_boyproductions8488]

My boy is making some money lol. I can tell he looks like he has been eating good. Looking good brother.

[@skliros9235]

I noticed that too. Lol

[@do-it-yourself]

Job well done . I can see the huge difference between the hotshot and the truck lol. Lots of room and space and nice sleeping area.

[@Me-pt2hx]

I'm from Aotearoa NZ we love your Vlogs coz not only are you new to the Industry but your Inspire many to work hard and work for your family.. keep it coming friend..

[@deeheych1101]

if you twist the strap a half turn they will not fray! when they are flat like that its like a wing

[@roadtrain5910]

twisting (or putting in a twist) the straps isn't that illegal through the DOT? same as choking too

[@gr4p3k1lla]

@@roadtrain5910 idk in other states but in CA highway patrol tells you to twist for loads when you’re being inspected

[@roadtrain5910]

@@gr4p3k1lla thought it was illegal though here not a problem alsso choke loads with strap and with chain (using bull hooks looks like metal C like but horizontal)

[@qtcwaji]

I strongly suggest you get JJ Keller load securement book. Those chains up top will not stop that load from moving forward. And chain hooks don’t hook to rub rails

[@roadtrain5910]

I like the black truck over the blue your tarpaulins need to be rolled up tighter i would leave the tire rack and put tool box in front of the first axle least if you have a blow out it isn't going to rip the box off and/or damage it

[@robertcrawford4555]

Better safe than sorry with the chain straps.You don’t want to hit the brakes hard and have the load come through the back of the cab

[@AnAProductions151]

A tip for the chains, never hook up the end of the chains to the rub rail on the trailer. I try to hook them around the pockets

[@Pokingthebear999]

He is doing it all wrong the chains needs to go thru pockets on both side not the binders.

[@Pokingthebear999]

He was securing to rubrails with binders.

[@skliros9235]

@@Pokingthebear999 why is that?

[@carlosaguirre1313]

Yousiff Good morning Great to see you already un the Big truck making your dreams. Have a nice trip , Drive carefully. Regards Carlos Aguirre 18 February 2021 11:23 hours

[@ProLifeTours]

Great video man always can’t wait for his videos!

[@braddalton9260]

If u can afford it I recommend headache rack inclosed instead of tool box it's not in all the road grime and if u get a good one it's all u need I recommend one with roll up door and good lock so no one steals stuff they are not cheap but when u get it u will understand why

[@RussellD11]

If I could just steal 1/8th of your brain chemistry so id be happier I would love it! Good Job man!

[@danielsimms8918]

Great video Yousiff. Some good advise from some of your followers. Have been keenly following your journey from Australia and we are excited to follow you on your new endeavor. GREAT family connection there. Keep the videos coming.

[@bobbynichols7159]

Never hook on the rub rail, pockets only ,the chain can slip especially those aluminum one 's they are for looks

[@sk1nzsk1nz34]

I chain steel to the chassis. I don't use straps on steel.

[@chrisbrzon3917]

Good job Yusuf! Happy to see your business is expanding and thriving rn in the USA!

[@ahmadmuhammadzahraddeen6804]

Great job Yusuf, All the best man!

[@DaydreamAboutNiceThings]

Awesome brother in law !! Can’t wait to follow your semi journey !! I want to move over to semi one day I think. But for now it’s RV transport to get my feet wet. I just came through Flagstaff a few days ago. I outrun the snow storm and spent the night in Jamestown NM the on to California but came back through the storm in Texas. Be safe my friend !

[@EmilBush]

1050 miles for $2350 is that what I hear??? Why would you accept that so cheap???

[@skliros9235]

Maybe he's used to hotshot prices still. How much should that pay?

[@realredditstories420]

The rates are kind of garbage right now

[@Corleone_Napoleone]

These guys ruin the pay for all of us. I do not pull anything under 2.15 with my dry van. Not to mention that .. nothing over 20.000 lb

[@gordonil30117]

Wearing flip flops

[@BRTowe]

2 bucks a mile? With rates the way they are right now that's not awful.

[@squarebodyluv]

If you don't have a cb please get one. It can help keep you out of trouble in more than one way.

[@NatoWarPigs]

Side swipe takes of every chain....think they need a few more inspectors on the road!

[@Corleone_Napoleone]

I should be careful from now on , do my best to pass flatbeds as quickly as possible. One never knows how much experience the “driver” has.

[@bodiene3248]

Better get you a header board for the back of that truck because if that steel shifts to the front it's going through your windshield!

[@roberta1395]

And you think a headache rack is gonna stop sliding steel. Steel beams will cut right through like a hot knife through butter

[@klausklaus1255]

Nice video man , can wait for another video's 👌👏

[@alvinjenkins8005]

Congrats on your first load of many. Love you in the big truck. Stay Safe

[@murraychives9095]

Might want to invest in getting swivel POGO STICK PIPE hose and cable holder tht hook up from tractor to trailer all tht rubbing will wear them out fast

[@Tuzlak22]

Congratulations brother

[@kunalsingh_yt]

Congratulations 🎉 Bro...👍 Edit: I wish I could have a brother in law like you in future 😉

[@robbowers916]

I’m not a truck driver, but I do know that a headache rack is an absolute must for flatbeds.

[@roberta1395]

No the laws have changed. Headache racks are not required anymore. They provide little to no protection againist sliding steel. Wood products will flatten them out to.

[@fattpatt44]

Glad to see you working,chains with steel always keep up with the videos.

[@CallMeGutz]

I just saw a video from China of someone hauling steel beams on a flat bed with no headache rack and when it came to a red light the steel beams slid towards the tractor and went through it like it was made of butter and killed him. I know the trucks in China arent built like the ones here in USA but still...headache racks is a must my brother. Stay safe. Here's the video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eIq5m3eYecymoKc

[@uke4915]

would be more secure if you belly wrap the load. It will stop load moving backwards and forwards plus it will keep the steel tight together and stop side to side movement no need for straps

[@danbuchner1494]

YOU have it chaineddown wrong NEVER CHAIN TO THE RUB RAIL always chain around the stake pockets your lucky you did not get pulled into a scale

[@bustedknucklelogistics9404]

So where do you hook your binder? LOL

[@danbuchner1494]

@@bustedknucklelogistics9404 Hook the chain to what you are tying down run the chain down to the stake pocket go under the stake pocket and put the hook on top of the pocket hook the binder to the chain LOL

[@bustedknucklelogistics9404]

@@danbuchner1494 I’m aware smartass, where are you hooking the binder to the trailer?

[@JJJMEL123]

Use chains not straps

[@bigjim5723]

YES FOR STEEL FOR SURE!!

[@NatoWarPigs]

Air lines on the deck too....its not bad luck for this guy.

[@lonniebrock3282]

A tool box on each side really would be nice for your supplies I think they're around 60 inches in length

[@martinjames6105]

You are a good team with your brother in law,he should come on video 👍

[@slongtoolong6577]

Get u at 6 by 6 20.00 piece off carpet, cut it up and use as edge protectors!!

[@slongtoolong6577]

Also I would strap Tarp with chain

[@skliros9235]

Or cut up old straps?

[@christianzavala7946]

Careful with that load check the load after 1 hour and after every 3 hours , 👍🏻 looks good .

[@gr4p3k1lla]

I live in gustine like 15 miles away from santa nella. I work in Watsonville gotta drive past here every day. Currently studying for my class A

[@shivamjd9018]

Hello yusuf please put a headache rack on tractor... for safety....

[@RaoulThomas007]

Yousiff check-out SuperTruckerDan on YT. He is a walking, talking, driving encyclopedia on running flatbed! Check his tool box set-up. Eventually you could use 4 tool boxes! Is your trailer 48’ or 53’? It’s hard to get out of California or find parking in California! 😆

[@davestarr7112]

Mega Dittos on that, Raoul. Dan is the Man. I've been watching him for years now, he explains so much and has a great attitude.

[@bonniecannon4435]

Absolutely, Dan is the Man. Securement Guru for sure.

[@CarlosPerez-hq4jm]

Good job on securement, fold your tarps correctly so they aren't taking up space

[@scooter2011ful]

Get your self a headache rack for that truck for your safety.

[@kwokka666]

Trailer Boxes 👍👍 and spare tyres 👍KEEP ON TRUCKINGGOOD

[@lontrucker44]

I notice air hoses dragging on deck plate. DOT man says thats a no no. Be safe. Thanks for the videos.

[@williamjonesii7694]

If you ever take a load to Farmingdale New Mexico, which I would advice don't let a broker talk you into it no matter how good it pays you, but if you do after your stuck there for a week you can run up to Center Colorado and pick up hay going to anywhere USA to get out.

[@poppapips7493]

My friend. Ur asking for a lot of trouble with ur load securing. Never strap metal. Always chain. And rub rail is a no no. Also get a headache rack....u use straps they will slice like butter, the two chains will snap if u have a quick stop and they will need wet vac to get all ur body parts out of whats left if the cab ..... Not joking either that was horrible load security

[@larrythompson8630]

I know where a nice headache rack, with chain rack, lockers is North of St Cloud MN. I’m sure I have his phone #. ;) 7 to 9 am unload? But cranes are $$$. Glad to see chains. Looks much better. After living in a truck (a PICKUP TRUCK) 362 days last yr. could you sleep in a bunk? Strange looking crane..

[@Logjam5]

Super Trucker Dan's recommendation is a book by JJ Keller: Load securement. I'm going to get a copy.

[@martintrodden2743]

Any heavy load like steel and esp plant machinery should be chained not strapped If that load shifts it will snap the straps like twigs

[@ajfamily206]

Yusuf, it seems that your trailer has spread axles and you mentioned that you are carrying 45800LB. Can you share with us what the cat scale reading was? I know for sure you weighed it before you hit the road so plz let us know.

[@Luiscabada1966]

Provecho Yousiff and brother in law. Your the 🐐 Yousiff

[@obbymtz10822]

Good luck brother with your new life jurney, stay safe out there.

[@salmangq3878]

الحمدلله نسأل الله ان يوفقك اخي

[@idrisryan503]

Get a headache rack brother. If u are going to be doing flatbed primarily out of a truck it makes the most sense

[@nbob402]

The steel can fray your straps. Good luck in your step up.

[@jeremyhvfd]

Rub rails are not load rated, you should have chains hooked around a couple spools and both binder hooks hooked to the chain

[@raadaldirawi4737]

الف عافيه أبو عبد الله..من وين جبت الصمون العراقي

[@christopherortega3342]

Good luck Yousiff, I hauled a lot of loads out Bernallilo, NM back in the day.. Peace

[@sshagann]

More trucking vlogs please!! And longer ones

[@0najmjaf639]

الحديد من خلفكم واليمرطه 🍳 من أمامكم..🤪🤪🤪 عافيت اولصن ياورم

[@tonycooper100]

Dot is going to give you a ticket for not haveng a headachee rack on your truck or trailer. Good luck brother im hopeing to get to your level soon. Love your positive attitude

[@skliros9235]

Is that a law? Can a rack just bolt on to the truck frame?

[@timjoyce9380]

There is no regulation that requires a headboard or a headache rack all you do is put a extra chain or strap on the front!

[@mannymiah]

There is no law about it. When you do securement the book says to use 2 securements with in the first 10ft with no bulk head to prevent forward movement. There maybe a regulation of required bulk heads in Canada maybe select states

[@timjoyce9380]

@@mannymiah I don't truck up north!( AEE ) but states can't override FMCSA

[@scottgibson1862]

I Appreciate your videos. I Noticed the air lines going to the trailer are on the cat walk. They cannot be touching the cat walk. They have to be suspended in the air.

[@multi-transportationsystem11]

Rolling with the big boys congrats

[@Alexinpomona]

Proud of you. 🙏. Get a rack 🙂

[@Logjam5]

That trailer cost less than your hotshot trailer, cool.

[@robertesposito9871]

You have to put softeners on sharp steel edges or your going to be buying a lo of straps

[@zopound94]

Congratulations bro!!!

[@chrislucy1589]

Awesome job guys !!

[@godspeedtransport5981]

Congratulations on moving up to big truck. We also are fixing to buy semi. So question to you and other truck drivers. How do those automatics handle the heavy weights? I’m asking cause I’ve only ever driven manuals.. thanks for the vids stay safe..!!

[@alechamid235]

Not bad, but make sure you have a strong jake brakes working. Also, you can still use the manual mode with jake brakes on steep down hills.

[@iMatti00]

Hey Yousif, I have my CDL. I would love to work for you as a team or solo driver. Reason is because I could learn to work for myself after 1-2yrs or so. I know one video you said you only wanted to work with your family because you might not be up to the standards that another driver requires with booking loads, etc. But that would not be the case with me. From everything I’ve seen you will do nothing but improve. And I would love to learn from you. So if you ever need a driver for a short period of time or a permanent driver. I would love for you to contact me.

[@homermcmillan1801]

Most states will give you a ticket for your air lines and light line laying on the cat walk on back of your truck. Just to let you know.

[@edwinturcios2585]

Bcareful out there I'v almost have a accident in Chicago with black ice

[@timjoyce9380]

No such thing has black ice ! Ice is cause when rain freezes have you ever seen black rain?

[@realredditstories420]

@@timjoyce9380 look it up dude, it’s called black ice because it’s invisible on the pavement