OUTTA TIME

[@RonPratt]

I'm going to take a few minute to answers some of the most common questions that seem to be asked about this video. First, what does "Hours of Service" mean. Some of my viewers have already answered this question and I thank you for that.....for those that don't read all the comments, basically, a CDL driver on E-logs has a limited daily clock. Once they log in on their electronic log system that clock runs continuously. If a driver is held up for any reason that clock is still ticking away. Once the clock reaches their, typically 14 hour, day, they must shut down or the driver and the company can face large fines. In this instance, I believe the driver was delayed at the shipper, but I could be wrong. Second question, "Why didn't we or the trucking company send another CDL driver to simply drive the truck to a "safe haven"?.....Very valid question. Each company has different policies on this and most of those policies revolve around two things, insurance liability and the E-log system. Some companies are not insured to allow non-company drivers to drive their truck unless there is a contract in place, thus they call a towing company and the towing company's insurance is liable for the truck at that point. The second part of this question is the ability of the E-logs to allow a non-company driver to log in. If it is a non-company driver, the E-log system may not be set up to allow another driver to log in. Also, the E-log system may not allow movement past the daily clock without logging it as a violation of the "Hours of Service", which, again, can be costly to the driver and the company. Again, this varies from company to company and how each has their E-log systems set up. Some do have some "wiggle room" to allow a driver to reach a safe-haven. Next question, "Why do I remove the driveshaft"? Very simple answer, to remove the risk of damaging the transmission while the unit is being towed. And, lastly, several viewers have made mention that the time/date stamp on my new dash cam is incorrect. Actually, they are correct. Most of my videos aren't posted on the same day that they are recorded. It take a lot of time to download, edit, process, and upload the videos. Some of the videos aren't posted for several months for other reasons, so my videos aren't necessarily in chronological order. Thank you to everyone for your comments and your support of this channel. Please remember that this is a family-friendly channel and I ask that you keep your comments/question polite, professional, and family-friendly. Again, thank you to all and God bless.

[@GadgetBiker]

Ron, I am curious as to the fee you charge for a tow like that. I know it has to probably be less than any fines or penalties the driver/company might incur.

[@sandy1653]

Hey Ron, thanks for taking the time out of your undoubtedly busy day/night not only to answer these questions, but to film these videos. Really appreciate the insight into an interesting industry. Stay safe out there - Sandy.

[@YoderTexas]

Ron, I think you can pin your explanation to the top of the page, so that it is the first comment seen.

[@MichaelSmith-vj1jc]

Ron Pratt hi

[@idahorodgersusmc]

Just how often does this happen?? (having to tow OHS drivers) and, If your brave enuff to answer this...Do you think the shipper/receiver should share a certain amount of responsibility on putting a driver and company in these positions???

[@robertsabella7298]

Your son-in-law is a very nice young man. Always helping out .

[@jamesr2046]

This is a good example of a good man with you. Talon could have left you to finish the break down work. He didn't because he cares about you and the job at hand. He is a great asset to you. Great job Talon.

[@robertsabella7298]

I didn't know that we can share your videos with others. I like that idea, so Thanks for mentioning it. Take care

[@markpugh619]

Ron Pratt, Love your videos..I have 2 Autistic boys that love tow trucks...and watch your videos every time new ones come out . Stay safe :)

[@gregulrey1821]

I've been watching your videos 4 like almost 2yrs now I'm so glad that your caring and show kindness 2 all of your customer that's the way it should be be safe and careful Ron my brother God bless u and your family keep up the good work and video I love them

[@philsmidwestclassiccars150]

Thanks for this post Ron. You are shedding light into a very grey area of the trucking industry, that needs to be addressed. People will call the driver all kinds of names, but what he did here was exactly what he needed to do. More drivers need to stand their ground, & do what they are suppose to do.

[@davidwayne9982]

I love the camera that goes on the window behind you so we can see you driving over your shoulder-- and that BIG beautiful truck moving down the road toward its next project... LOVE THE TATER!!!

[@kartikshankar5790]

Hello Ron. Another lovely video. I really love watching your videos. I really appreciate how organized you are with how all the tools and equipment are stacked. The best part is you are so safe, organized and also keep all around you happy while doing your job

[@RonPratt]

Thank you so much for the kind remarks. God bless

[@happy2win]

If I ever needed a tow, I would want Ron Pratt to tow me. He knows what he is doing and he is a fine Christian man. God Bless you Ron from an old southern boy that loves the Lord too.

[@Repairman87]

Thank you for not cussing in your videos. Love the videos!

[@Datsun7705]

Scott McDonald he never does because this is a family friendly channel

[@MrShujinJonmichal]

Ron, i lived in Brentwood Tennessee and was only 2 hours away from Chattanooga Tennessee. I just want to say thanks for helping an Tennessee person out.

[@MrVile-bz9fw]

Ron, I was 33yrs in Medium to Heavy Mechanic & Hyd. I have been viewing your channel a while & must say I totally respect & admire the way you treat people & operate your equipment. SAFETY 1ST good Motto ! I love the way you treat your gear, everything in best safest condition. Dam Good !

[@johnharry7379]

When you get a Alert that Ron uploaded , you stop what you doing drop what your doing & watch.

[@rexjerome5931]

I laughed when you told your winch line hook to "stay" as you were lifting to unhook, because I said it at the same time. If fell off anyway. 😂. Take care!

[@billgroel4463]

You live in beautiful country side. Good job thank you for sharing stay safe God Bless 👍🇺🇸😎

[@jerrysparks1308]

35 years driving a truck and I never thought I would have seen this problem come about

[@Big.G5137]

I agree

[@ZachMan99]

@Tony Ashford I agree that needs to happen, but it never will. When the trucking strike in the 60's happened the trucking industry was mainly small/independent carriers that could afford to do things like this. Now, you have all these big corporate trucking companies that put more people through school than they can keep, and they will never shut down for a strike. You have a a lot drivers now right out of school working for these companies, do you think they're gonna just shut down?

[@joev2440]

I would of at least drive in the red

[@RJSAMCRO]

Hello Ron, I had to make another comment after watching the entire video. I am without a doubt a fan of your videos, but moreover your continuous professionalism in each of them. The respect you not only show clients but for your equipment is awesome. When I ran wreckers in the late 90's and early 2000's there were a lot of operators who I must say were more like drivers that did not respect the equipment, used certain equipment not for it's intended reasons, yes I know sometimes we must improvise but NOT at risk of the safety to ourselves and our equipment. While I never owned my own wrecker business I treated every truck I drove like it was my own, and I learned how it worked. The object is to work smarter not harder, and I'm sure you would agree a true operator knows how to make the truck do 90% of the work as it is intended to do. Towing & Recovery is the same as trucking and hauling, What you do is not your job, it's not your career it's your lifestyle and you either love it or you don't there are no in between's . I must thank you again for posting these videos, as a former wrecker operator each time I watch I feel as if I'm right there in the driver's seat running to the call. I miss it tremendously but thanks to you I can relive it each day. God Bless Always Ron. Remember to stay safe, be courteous to all, and keep the shiny side up. Take Care Ron. God Bless.

[@jakeschisler7525]

You're a hard working man, Ron! I like that long handle ratchet! Great video as always

[@kylebowersox3754]

Ron i'm 48 in December. you work like a champ. Your crew is bad ass. God speed And always God bless.

[@michaelhyde-parker6344]

great job & Talon's a good son in law for staying to help.

[@LuucEarth]

White balance so much better with the dash cam than the go pro. We can actually see outside of the truck without it being all washed out :) Keep up with the great videos Ron and Thank you.

[@lngliv3955]

I didn't look through all the comments but that's great you put blue loctite on them bolts not to many operators do that.

[@hillearybrown7083]

A real Pro is Ron Pratt, He takes great pride in his job and his Equipment. That pride carry's over to his customers equipment , I enjoy your videos thanks from New Mexico

[@RonPratt]

God bless.

[@nathanbeller24]

I like the helmet cam!!! Good picture and we get to see what the great Ron Pratt sees!!! Good work Ron keep it up!!! God Bless!!!!

[@kartikshankar5790]

People like you are really God sent. This can be experienced only when people out on the interstate are stranded. Your efforts and help are indirectly blessings in disguise. May God always bless you and your family and protect you

[@RonPratt]

Thank you very much and God bless

[@mrgeraldbrent]

I miss being able to see all of the cabin gauges and controls on the way, and you rowing through the gears, of course.

[@isallah1kafir196]

Do you know what these controls and gauges are? Why would a *simple ole truck* need so many them? And would they not distract drivers? Just wondering ....... Yet this view shows the outside much better oooops I'm answering a 2 year old comment, a well

[@Datsun7705]

Allahthe 1 Kaffir tachometer, speedometer, oil pressure, air pressure, oil temp, coolant temp, trailer air pressure, brake pressure, mpg, turbo boost, fuel gauge, and others

[@TomBennett1]

@@isallah1kafir196 they really don't distract a driver maybe a rookie who don't know what each one does but to answer your question for the most part the gauges just let's you know what the truck is doing and how it's running. The gauges just let's us know if there is anything going wrong with the truck and if you are a rookie who is getting worked up about a gauge and paying more attention to what that's doing instead of the road is really the only time that it might be a problem but most drivers will pull over at a truck stop or on a off ramp if it's an emergency.

[@joeschnell544]

And it is really is a treat to listen to these vids thru car speakers.

[@macartancaughey9993]

The dash cam was great I loved it thank your wife for me I also like the helmet cam when you are out of the truck and boy what a truck god bless you and keep you safe

[@DIXIEDEW123]

My husband n I drove as a team so hours were never an issue for us. I would never have wanted to be a solo driver....its a pain on so many levels. lol. Love your vids. Thx for posting them for all us ol retired drivers to watch. Really miss the road after watching them. Stay safe n may God bless you & yours as you help those of us in trouble. :)

[@infoanorexic]

e-logs. Another reason I like doing drive-away. We are, for the time being at least, exempt from them. If they bothered to do some fact finding in real life, they would find that the hours of service laws are just as capable of forcing a driver to drive when he should be catching a nap, and forcing one to sit when they are slept out and unable to sleep anymore. In essence, they are causing the very situations they are trying to prevent.

[@lonnieblackwell5107]

You got that right! Typical when government makes rules over something they know little, or nothing about.

[@carlogambino2160]

Your exactly right. I quit trucking a few years ago because the regulations are counter productive

[@bottleboy555]

Helmet cam best because I see much more.... Like I am in the driver's seat. Too old now am I for the road. Your videos put me back in the truck. Many thanks.

[@jodiemarieelectrolys]

Got to go with the GoPro Ron. I like the volume better, I like the idea of looking where you're looking, and I like the color better. I also like the idea of being able to see the inside of your cab as you're driving.

[@kylebowersox3754]

Hey Ron God Bless you and all your family at the tow business. love your videos I'm addicted to them. God bless and God speed.

[@e1488]

Thanks for the great videos, and stay safe out there!

[@vetterfellow]

Ron, The Wife has nice taste in dash cam resolutions. 29:42 Hey no lying down on the job LOL... 42:53 Excellent backing skills Bud !!. 48:37 Talon was your Posse Here. And as always thanks for taking us along. Thanks for your hard work putting this together.

[@coolbeyblade5]

Dash cam is ok, I prefer the FPV go pro view. Could u try some suction mounts outside the cab when you are driving?

[@terrencestewart7373]

Love the new Dash cam, now I can see more of whats ahead and less of the visor and the instruments on the cab roof. Love your channel, you show how it is done the right way and more importantly the SAFE way. I have about two more pages of videos to watch, when done I will have watched all your videos on this channel. Thanks for being there and allowing us to watch you work. God Bless you and your family, Stay Safe Slow Down and Move Over.

[@firemedicseven]

Ron when you get a chance could you example what it means for a driver to be out of hours and why its a big deal. Some folks might not understand that.

[@kw900lkevin]

I'm not Ron, A commercial driver has up to 11 hours a day to drive after that time we drivers have to take a 10 hour break, this is for drivers that do not get home every night such as regional and long haul drivers

[@scottrjmatmsncom]

James Kinkead drivers are only allowed to drive a certain number of hours a day due to everyone's safety. If a driver is to tired they are more likely to crash

[@egon4732]

This window is usually thought of as a “daily” limit even though it is not based on a 24-hour period. You are allowed a period of 14 consecutive hours in which to drive up to 11 hours after being off duty for 10 or more consecutive hours. The 14-consecutive-hour driving window begins when you start any kind of work.

[@TheUserid82]

Drivers of commercial trucks over a size have a number of hours they can work before a mandatory rest that they are not allowed to move the truck even if they drop the trailer. Basically that time starts when you start and when it runs out you are stuck where ever you are till the rest period is over. So drivers that seem to be in a hurry when you are taking time unloading are nearing the end of there hours and want to get somewhere safe.

[@lildevil7002]

James Kinkead You can only log 70hrs a week, then you have to take a 34hr break to reset your hours.

[@carjoyfish4918]

Haven't seen the camera at night but during the day it's very clear and the audio is clear ... You have a very nice family and a awesome truck Ron !!! :-) ... GOOD JOB ...

[@ghstrdr110]

Service hours? What's that? 😆. I remember cranking out 18 hr days. Not so much with the new elogs

[@Pirate-Mel]

Love the new dash cam the video and audio is great. Your videos help me to relax when I am stressed from school thank you so much for sharing your day and jobs with us. Also helps me know what to expect if I ever have a car wreck. Praying the Lord never let's that happen.

[@petersmith4944]

Why not use a temporary replacement driver to park it.

[@Marshallkhamou]

peter smith you have to log in the system in the truck only another company driver can

[@xcalibertrekker6693]

Many of these guys drive from state to state with loads that could be worth millions of dollars that is a huge liabilty risk so its just cheaper and safer to have a pro like Ron do it for them.

[@exilfromsanity]

@ peter smith; Federal regulations. say you can't have someone drive your truck until you've done a background check and given him a road test, and the insurance company wouldn't cover him either. This guy is in Fla. I believe and US Express is out of Tennessee. You can't just put anybody behind the wheel of a commercial truck

[@lowerider84]

peter smith, to many legal problems with someone coming to drive truck.. I don't know if Ron would say the same thing. But me as a driver I am cover by the company so I can hope in any truck they have and I am cover under their insurance. Unless their is a neither driver that work for the same company me. They are not cover.. Ron is cover his company long as he is recovering or tow a truck he can move it. He is not cover by driving the truck to a safe haven.. Big problem come in what if the driver get to where he is delivering an the customer void the hole load because of damage. The driver is going to say he didn't Ron did it when he took the truck to a safe haven. Driver is going to cover his butt.. So in say long as Ron is tow the truck.. His company insurance will cover all damage to both vehicle plus him and one extra people being in the can with him.

[@xheralt]

Wouldn't help. Second rig could only take trailer and timed-out driver. That would leave the timed-out driver's bobtail on the shipper's property, which, as noted, the shipper was absolutely against.

[@craigfletcher3461]

ALRIGHTTTTT!!! My family and I have been having Ron withdrawals! LOL.. WE LITERALLY watch your videos almost every night now. I do EVERY night, instead of TV. I'm hooked man. Love your stuff, love the way you handle your business. You are incredibly professional, generous, always go out your way to help others, and I just wanted you to know how much of a blessing you guys have been to us. I own a residential / commercial insulation company in Columbia SC and I am really impressed with how you guys do things and how you run your company. God has his hand of blessing on you man. KEEP THE VIDEOS COMING!!!!!!

[@megapeterbilt1]

I'm so glad I still have my 1998 Pete I'll be exempt from E-logs.

[@user2C47]

They don't have E-logs as a portable device?

[@yellowdeer7163]

Man that Rotator is a heck of truck. Thanks for the video Ron, enjoyed it. Glad Talon was able to help you.

[@pbarca20]

dumb question, since you get paid to tow. Why didnt you or another CDL just drive the truck to the truck stop

[@TheRick2130]

company & insurance policies?? im pretty sure he will not work his ass off on that tow if can just easily send a driver and charge them same tow fee

[@katcorot]

would guess it would have to do with insurance or liability

[@MotoMendez]

Because unless it's a set of team drivers, no one is allowed to drive other than the drivers assigned to the truck (insurance purposes)

[@elofos0815]

i think this can be a problem by insurance...

[@zukijim3145]

Insurance maybe?

[@RickMeisterification]

Ron, thanks for your reply. You are a true professional. I wish I'd met you after leaving military service recovering tanks and other disabled vehicles while in Germany. Heavy wreckers tickle me.

[@captnhook236]

The hours-of-service regulations focus on when and how long you are allowed to drive by placing specific limits on the amount of time you drive your truck and how many total hours you can work before you are no longer permitted to drive a commercial motor vehicle. You must follow three maximum duty limits at all times. They are the 14-hour “driving window” limit, 11-hour driving limit, and 60-hour/7-day and 70-hour/8-day duty limits

[@IICLUII]

You showed the drive at the end! AND BOOM CAM! You're my hero Ron! :D

[@codywhite8452]

Hey Ron I'm the one who called to talk to you yesterday

[@dumptruckintruthduke]

Dont bother content creators with crap like that. He has a business to run

[@the1brod2]

Engine noise is one component of audio that is not necessary in your videos. Love your content.

[@EMPHASYSNETS]

I would love to see a "picture in picture" of the camera on your head. Thank you Sr.!. 1-)

[@aarontaylor9243]

Your a inspirational guy! Your channel is best! I pray for your safety each day! Thank you all at midwest

[@63256325N]

That e-clock or what ever it's called sounds like one HUGE pain in the neck, not the words I actually use. Leave it to bureaucracy. Thanks for the video. ~

[@richardcline1337]

Stupid thing should NOT be running if the rig is parked like he was at the loading dock. But, bureaucrats are not smart enough to understand that kind of logic.....which is why they aren't out doing a real job in the first place.

[@kens97sto171]

Richard Cline The 14-hour clock continues to run once you start your day. That's been true ever since paper log books began. Doesn't matter if you're sitting or not 14 hours from the time you start your day and you need to end your day The 11-hour driving time does pause while you are not driving. I'm not sure I understand why the driver could not use the safe haven rule to drive the truck to the truck stop himself. last I heard you could do that if a shipper or receiver refused to allow you to sit on the property.

[@davide.burden2043]

More governmental control and drive up the price of shipping freight.

[@mmi16]

So Duncan MacKenzie you prefer to have zombie drivers on the road in big rigs - tired beyond the limits of human endurance in search of the almighty $$$$$$$$$$$$. Hours of Service apply to all forms of commercial transportation - trucks - buses - trains - air carriers - marine carriers. E-Logs have eliminated the 'creative writing' that often took place with paper logs.

[@wildturkey5838]

Yes, eliminating the zombie drivers is a good thing, but they've gone a little too far. I was headed for Dallas from Louisville in my pickup one time and got caught in an ice storm. About 2am I came up on a mile long line of semi's parked on the side of the road because they were out of time. When there is no "common sense" the rules can cause more problems than they solve.

[@JimmyCandFriends]

I just wanted to add in here that I'm a retired class A driver and enjoy the Helmet Cam specially when your backing up. I find myself looking in your mirrors or waiting for you to check the blindside. Thanks.

[@JeffStoops]

I can remember a time when the ruddy driver would have just driven it. WOW Govt.

[@utmaia]

Not to take anything away from any of your workers but Talon almost seems to read your mind. I've watched many of your videos and he seems to be headed to whatever task you need him on, almost before you ask him. Sooner cases, as in this video he is already doing what you need him to without saying anything to him. I'm really impressed.

[@utmaia]

I wanted to add, It doesn't seem as many young folks today are that eager to work that hard.

[@roberthayes721]

I didn't have any problems listen and or seeing.

[@jaredlyons3453]

Love the video and your customer service is fantastic keep it up Ron!!

[@sportpilot]

'Give me 40 acres and I'll turn this rig around...' LOL

[@donalddonkirk6261]

In CA, Phillips 66 all closed several decades ago. I assumed they were merged out. Glad to see that they are still in business. Wish they were still here on the West Coast.

[@aircooledtx]

Hot day with hours .. Good job,Ron & Talon I know your heart is with God, so pls say prayer for me.Stage llla lung cancer. Going through process,#2 CT in morning,then MRI on 10th.Maybe sure has not travel to brain. Thx buddy..

[@RonPratt]

My prayers are with you. God bless.

[@ericthememoriesman]

Michael Lee , PRAYING FOR YOU.

[@johngermanbreakdownrecover8943]

Running a small tow company myself I must say you are a true professional and very skilled dealing with people. I think alot of people don't understand how hard it can be dealing with some customers cause they either stressed cause there car is broken down or shaking up cause of an Accident and dealing with them is a big part of the business. Your video's are an great example how to treat people and communicate with each other and even tho I don't personally know you I respect you for that. Living in a city that is mainly catering for foreign student's and foreign holiday makers language barriers are often an issue on the job and can cause people to get stressed but I always find friendlyness a smile and communicating with hand and feet makes it all work like magic. I wish we could use fancy trucks like your over here and I'm pretty jealous that you got sirens on your truck lol excuse my English it's not my first language. Have a happy new year and God bless.

[@RonPratt]

Thank you so much for such kind comments. Courtesy in any language goes a long way, as does a friendly smile. God bless and keep you safe.

[@peggykelly2821]

I first thought when you lost the sound on your camera , Wow Ron must be doing a lot of cussing! 😁

[@muleman1701]

peggy kelly I thought the same.

[@countryboy9438]

Ron just a possible helpful tip. That style u-joint I found the easiest way to get the cap loose from the yoke is to take a small chisel or punch and drive between the two. Done correctly will cause no damage. Be safe, God bless!

[@snowwolf2002]

love your videos

[@steelem422]

You take great care of your equipment there is pride in your work. man you got a nice truck.

[@b61mack56]

A professional driver is only allowed to drive 11 hours per day and during that time has to take a 30 minute break. His or Her duty day can only be 14 hours at which time the driver MUST go off duty for a minimum of 10 hours. If they have a sleeper on the truck, the can log sleeper berth time instead of off duty.

[@Joshua79C]

Can Not park on side of road or in many business lots for more than a few hours let alone enough to get the reset time, thus why those who time out on the run have to call in a relief driver to move the rig to a rest area or truck stop or get it towed as such in this case they went with.

[@scottm.franklinnc7942]

Good day Sir, I know this is a older video/post... I drove OTR yrs ago (88-94) it was 10 hrs behind the wheel w/ as you said mandatory 30 min break....when did they add a extra hr. does it really benefit the driver?

[@jerrypin6740]

Ron thank you for sharing with us GOD bless everyone, from Kentucky

[@2dogsstevie]

Think the GoPo is better Ron ....

[@anthonyrobertson1787]

Thank you Ron, and it was nice of Talon to stick around and help, i love to watch your videos. your new Camra looked very nice, see you next time. Keep on Truck'n

[@subwayventures]

What does it cost to do a tow like this? I feel bad for a driver who runs out of hours and has to do this. Seems crazy they are not able to drive a short distance to a safe spot.

[@Joshua79C]

They can, just as long as their is time left and note it as on duty (not driving) line of the log, from final location to a reset location like a truck stop for the reset time.

[@whoomee525]

Subway Travels This and many other reasons I got out of trucking. Drivers are under paid. Alot gets sacrificed.

[@exilfromsanity]

I drove over the road for 30+ years. I once signed a tow bill for $500 for a tow of 10 or12 miles. The turbocharger blew up. I imagine U S Express has electronic logs which automatically sense when the truck is driven and would put the driver "on duty, driving" and the driver would get in trouble for a log book violation if he went over hours, with a paper log he could just fudge it . The trucking company has to keep those logs, both paper and electronic for (I believe) 180 days.The DOT periodically checks those logs and notes the number and types of violations you don't want too many. As a driver you often lose your safety bonus for a log violation, this can be up to several hundred dollars per quarter depending on company policy.

[@frowlinian8175]

Subway Travels with my company (Prime) you can, and I'm fairly certain the law does allow wiggle room to get somewhere safe, but apparently some companies don't allow that, US Express being one... this is the first time I've ever heard of someone needing to be towed because of HOS

[@kendallrobinson7523]

lets see i payed 839.00 for 10 miles one time. its not cheep that tow truck runs close 800000 dollars someone has to pay for it lol big trucks big bucks..... but thanks god for them.....

[@Kickinpony66]

I had no issues "seeing"... I was starting to get Motion Sickness! Mercy! You're like me though, you move your head a lot when you drive (gotta see). Yes, a Special Thanks to Mrs. Ron Pratt! :) On the subject of "Driving Hours"... I'm sure the driver was capable of driving to the "Safe Haven" on his own. D.O.T. should give these drivers 15-30 minutes "extra", so they can drive to these "Safe Havens", so as to possibly reduce costs to the Driver/Shipper, for Towing costs. Every time I "like" one of your videos, it goes to my Twitter feed, which is shared on my Facebook page. :)

[@mksiciliano1]

Of course it's A us Xpress I drive for them.

[@galindalinde269]

I love watching all of ur videos I send prayers and thoughts and will wishes you guys do an amazing job please stay safe

[@roadkill5333]

Hahahahahaha!! The irony!!! He was out of hours!! It took you more than an hour to move it!! Probably a couple thou to do all of that!! And guess who pays for it!! Not the shipper! Not the trucking company!! Not the tow man!! The end consumer pays for it!! Ron, nice job backing that rig in!! I know it wasn't difficult, but not that many can do it!! EVEN TRUCKERS!!

[@Joshua79C]

IF the company that owns the truck had any one with common sense, they would think to hire some local driver to go in with a special code to log in and drive their rig to the nearest safe spot for 10 or 34 hours reset and save at least 50% compared to this method.

[@Brett235]

Anita Martini That's a flat out like. Elogs are about compliance not safety. If they were about safety the dot would have mandated them years ago. More wrecks have occurred in the last two years than in the previous 10, look it up. Elogs are unsafe period.

[@CB-lh8gw]

Hollow Point If elogs are causing any accidents then it's actually the drivers fault. All they do is log. They aren't in control of the truck. The driver needs to plan his day before he even starts the truck. Don't run until you have 20 minutes left unless you are positive you'll have a parking spot available. Don't speed to try to make it, park somewhere closer instead. This should all be second nature to drivers, but instead they're too focused on the. money. Safety isn't a priority anymore and being forced to drive legally should not force a driver to drive recklessly. If it does then just park it. Hand over the keys and go work at McDonald's. Because you obviously don't belong here if you can't handle the rules.

[@billygoatgruff25]

visp her That's all well and good until (as I'm assuming happened to this driver) a shipper hangs you out for several hours and runs your clock out. Then they say "You can't park on our lot. Get out of here." You are then forced to drive in violation. Or do what this company did and call a wrecker.

[@plcwboy]

So, spending an hour stranded along the road is 'safer' than spending 3 minutes driving to the parking area? What kind of drigs are you on, girl?

[@tonybutcher4762]

Love how you're so on top of the safety aspect, I don't work with heavy machinery but the tools we do use are designed to cut and grind through flesh and bone. My boss only cares about getting the job done and not spending money.

[@captnhook236]

The "Irritated" wife/ companion wasn't a CDL driver?? What a bummer, the cost of that had to hurt a bit!!!

[@ZacharyJohnson00]

With what I can assume this tow comes from the company since the truck is a corporate truck and is not owned by the driver but yes it is a slightly expensive tow.

[@njovwevnjweV]

Cameron Hook that tow is a heck of a lot cheaper than the fine they could've gotten for having an hours of service violation though

[@CharlesSnyder]

For what it's worth, I very much enjoyed the gopro action, one reason why I subscribed.

[@Peakock-0]

I've driven to a safe haven several times without hours. The day my company calls a tow truck because I'm out of hours is the day I quit

[@rosscollins2910]

You have to understand the companies insurance liability. Say your on the way to a safe haven, driving as careful as possible. A car blows a stop sign and you t bone them. You are automatically guilty. Out of hours- truck should not be on any public road. A lawyer and jury would eat you and your company up in court. I know this sucks, but just the way it is.

[@MisterMB56]

I am a 61-year-old man living in the noth of the Netherlands unfortunately no longer working because of heart problems and enjoy the videos of You here on KZbin ! The helmet camera is indeed a problem sometimes, as you move so much with your head, you get a little crazy about those fast moving images. I addition, my compliments for those beautiful movies with your very nice tow truck .

[@TwistedTea01]

That semi had a Oklahoma license plate and I'm from Oklahoma lol 😂

[@vorpalelixr1239]

SilverBullet860 me too

[@johnleake708]

Nice work backing that rig and your tow rig up into that parking space. You were busy racking the wheel but got'er done very nicely sir.

[@mikeking9917]

my opinion on this dash cam, video quality 7/10 : audio quality 5/10. in my opinion, gopro was better.

[@SkyWarnSpotter82]

Heyyyy it's P&G and Mondi!! I haul HUB containers in and out of the P&G drop yard a lot. Dash cam is perfect Ron! Mrs. Pratt made a good buy. Be safe you guys!!

[@PrincessUndertaker]

Dash Cam worked Great Ron Pratt :)

[@roadkill5333]

PrincessUndertaker he needs one of those external mics, for it!! One that makes him sound like a smokey, hunky country music star!! Or "JOEY" from FRIENDS!! "HOW YOU DOIN?" HAHAHAHAHAHA!! It might get more female viewers!

[@eelkeplantinga7158]

Sweet from his wife to buy a new camera for him. Nice gift

[@PrincessUndertaker]

I'm good How are you? :)

[@davidgriffith618]

Helping is what we do. Yes. Thanks. Big cities, the folks need to think on this, for the 20's.

[@anthonybergmann7919]

Mr pratt in Missouri do wrecker drivers have hours to follow like a log book or how dose it work

[@tallone09]

Anthony Bergmann there exempt from HOS rule

[@gen157]

I would hope as an emergency vehicle, he shouldn't have to follow such a dumb DOT regulation. But maybe since there can be multiple operators of the same tow rig, he could just swap if that were the case. I'd like an official answer to this as well.

[@DaMisfitz]

Federal regulations state that if he operates within 100 mile radius of home base, he doesnt have to follow the 11 hour drive time rules. Ron would have 14 hrs a day to work with 1 day of 16 hr work day as long as he has 10 hrs consecutive off duty between shifts. Most he can work is 60/70hrs in a 7/8 days with a 34 hr consecutive off duty to reset those hours for the week. Feds make it a pain to explain b7t thats a simple version. Been driving for 11 yrs and they change things yearly sometimes.

[@RonPratt]

No Missouri wrecker operators do not have to follow a log book when operating at emergency capacity. God bless.

[@RonPratt]

As long as we are in Missouri, we are considered Emergency Vehicles and are exempt from Hours Of Service in most situations. We are also exempt from height, weight, and length restrictions. We are close to several other states, so if we go outside of Missouri there are several factors. First, we are covered by the 100 air mile rule by FEDERAL regulations. I have had this questioned at an out-of-state scale house. When asked to see my log book I simply stated that I wasn't running one because I was within the 100 air mile rule. The officer didn't agree, called me in the "shack", made a phone call, then told me I was free to go.....I assume he was informed that I was correct. Beyond the 100 air miles, when running outside of Missouri, we have to abide by the same regulations as every other truck on the road, including the HOS. Hope this explains things. Sorry for the delayed response. It has been very busy recently. It is also difficult to keep up with the volume of comments......not that I'm complaining. Thanks for watching and God bless.

[@brian12171]

Advice to the drivers viewing this.. Stay safely off to the side and out of the way.. These tow truck operators (like Ron) are professionals.. If they need your help they will ask for it.. Most of them have a set routine they follow when hooking up to a truck... Great job Ron..

[@RonPratt]

Excellent advice. Thank you and God bless.

[@geraldcampbell6834]

Yes go back to the helmet cam looks more real, it make you feel like your in the drivers set with the helmet cam! This just makes your videos look like those Russian cash videos! I'm sitting here waiting for someone to turn in front of you!

[@timspooner59]

I have a helicopter pilot licence and admire your sticking to procedures and protocols. It's what keep chopper pilots safe. Last check is "hatches and harnesses secure" and I see you tell Talon to fasten seat belt for even the shortest trip. In fact, a very well-known chopper pilot here in NZ with many hours recently died with two passengers when he failed to check if there was any loose clothing on the floor and it blew out and wrapped around tail rotor. A simple basic check but not done so 3 dead.

[@Hooptierescue]

why I think elogs are no good.

[@Joshua79C]

Its those who "fudge" or "Falsify" their paper logs is WHY ELDs are becoming fully mandated in December this year.

[@andrewcarmichael8683]

Now thats a proper job! Impressed! Nice to know how it should be done!

[@bossmanreddits]

1st

[@joshbnsf]

connor barnes 2t

[@roadkill5333]

connor barnes MEE too!!

[@rubber20021]

Ninth!

[@llhministries9083]

The dashcam works well, hope you correct your audio "drop out" problems. Glad I hsd the chance to drop by and visit you Today.

[@ericthememoriesman]

In a day and time when you can't find any good TV shows, so you sit with the TV off. Then one day, I accidentally found Mr. Ron Pratt's videos on KZbin. This is by far the BEST CHRISTIAN SHOW on now. I am always recommending that people subscribe to his page. Thank you, Mr Ron Pratt, and May God Bless and Protect You. Eric Newton

[@RonPratt]

Thank you so much and God bless you as well sir.

[@toddbehrends1373]

The sound is good. The ride seems smooth. I like the fact that you explain things about what you are doing also. The mirrors don't do this back up any justice. I have a hard time just backing my "little" trailer up the driveway!!

[@nobull-dozer3356]

It's a great improvement on the head cam . Head cam and boom cam works well out of the cab , Mrs P was bang on the money.

[@hemigang8227]

love ur videos hoping i get my CDL very soon so i can be out there doing what i love and hope i could be driving with my pops in his rig