RV TOW OUT OF BUSY SMALL-MART PARKING LOT!!!

Using our 20 ton towing & recovery unit a Miller Industries Century 4024 on a Peterbilt 337 to tow an RV out of a tight and busy WalMart parking lot. Thanks for watching and God bless. www.paypal.me/... www.midwesttruc... www.guardianan... Follow the link for special pricing on the Guardian Angel Elite seen in this video. You can also use Coupon Code: 122CLIP) feniex.com/ yankum.com?afmc=26 #ronpratt #guardianangeldevices #midwesttruck #millerindustries #halo #sdmo #illumagear #feniexofficial #toy #toytruck #dodge #hemi #yankum #traileze

[@RonPratt]

First, I want to say that today, 7/24, is my son Ethan's birthday, so I wanted to release a video of us working together. He did an awesome job and did exactly what I asked him to do. He is still in high school and works with us at the shop when he can to try to learn the family business. HAPPY BIRTHDAY BUDDY!!!! For all who are making commentary about my son's hat, please do not make political assumptions or shaming remarks. The hat says, "MAKE FISHING GREAT AGAIN." Fishing is one of mine and Ethan's favorite hobbies together. This channel does not push politics, specific religions or faiths and it certainly has never shamed anyone regarding their unique opinions, gifts, flaws or talents. With all the discontent, violence and hate in our world, we won't permit that to enter this channel. Ethan DOES want to make fishing great again!!!!! Now on to some of the common questions and concerns. I can't go into great detail for many reasons, but NO, there was nobody inside the RV when we picked it up. The police department had been contacted and did their investigation prior to our arrival. Since I was not present I do not know what that investigation entailed. The appropriate legal paperwork was obtained to remove the vehicle from private property prior to our arrival. The appropriate amount of time between notifying the police department of their (WalMart) intention to have the RV removed from private property had elapsed....minimum of 96 hours after notifying the police department before the vehicle can be removed. This allows the vehicle owner time to remove the vehicle themselves. After the tow, we then sent out the required legal paperwork to attempt to reach the vehicle owner. The vehicle owner did claim the vehicle and actually had us perform some repairs on the RV. That is all the information that I can give. Also, there have been a LOT of comments suggesting that I should have used cones to block off the area, and those are valid suggestions. Had the truck had the cones on it that it should have had, I would have done so. Each of our trucks is suppose to have a minimum of 5 cones, but for some reason the cones were missing out of this truck. I didn't remove them, but I should have made sure I had cones before going into this situation, so I will take ownership of that. As it was, we made due with what we had. Ethan had my back. Our job is always dangerous even during the best conditions. Thanks for everyone's concern. Thanks for watching and God bless.

[@n4gix]

Happy Birthday Ethan! Ron, thanks once again for providing such a plethora of action packed videos for us to enjoy together. This has been another "Fabulous Friday!" God Bless Ron and family, and stay safe. :)

[@josephricket9269]

Happy birthday Ethan

[@cindywho134]

Happy birthday Ethan!

[@newjerseybill3521]

Happy Birthday, Ethan. Thanks for the update Ron.

[@SgtKilgore406]

Happy Birthday Ethan!!

[@colemanerik]

Anyone else find them selfs trying to lean further down to see if his forks were lining up even though that physically doesn't work when watching a video? lol

[@JackMacLupus]

Haha yeah just the same when something closely misses the camera or something when you move to try to avoid getting hit. XD

[@DrCanadianGamer]

I do all the time lol.

[@katydoyle9361]

Happens every video he posts! You are not alone! haha

[@ivan0idea]

Yup!

[@SeanBuehler]

Maybe a viewer with deep pockets can send Ron a VR camera and make this possible!

[@rayives7758]

For all of you asking if maybe the owner is dead inside, (1) in he introduction Ron states that the Sheriff was contacted by the store and (2) this is from over a month ago; if the owner was dead inside it would have been been discovered long before this and we would never be seeing this video. Ron NEVER publishes a recovery that involves a fatality.

[@63jeepj20]

Being that the RV was locked i doubt they made entry. With no evidence of a death or crime they cant just enter private property

[@RonPratt]

@@63jeepj20 Exactly.... Thank you. You are the only so far to have acknowledged that fact. God bless.

[@hometownmedic7355]

@@63jeepj20 You’re only half right. They(police) could have made a good faith entry to check the well being of the occupant without evidence of a death or crime in progress. Where you’re half right is that, had they done so and uncovered evidence of a crime, that evidence would have been inadmissible in court unless they obtained a search warrant to collect it without the fact that it exists as justification for the warrant. I know thats a very hither and yon way to explain it, but it is correct. I as a paramedic have made many, many good faith entries(with and without PD present) for the purpose of checking the wellbeing of the occupant(who usually isn’t home, but I digress). The PD can’t enter private property for the purpose of conducting a criminal investigation without permission from either the owner or the court(a search warrant), but there is more than one reason to force entry into private property without the consent of the owner or court.

[@dunnp12]

So what was the back story. Did the owner come and collect the RV?

[@23deleah]

That job was no easy operation. It's a good thing that Ron doesn't get angry.

[@russellkerfoot5423]

Nice to see you working with your son. I was a long distance lorry driver for many years and used to take my sons with me and they loved it has did I. Loads of wonderful memories now there all grown with there own lives and live 300 miles away. All the best from the UK.

[@dastardlydave1455]

Another safe job. Your son was so valuable to go along with you on this one. His "second set of eyes" and traffic control helped make the job a success.

[@christopherbriden8403]

Looks like hard work that requires a lifetime of experience. I got saved my a tow truck this week and really appreciate what these guys bring to the party when you are in a bad situation. Thanks for doing the hard work.

[@sexmoochogranday]

I liked toward the end, where Ron was explaining to Ethan the proper turning techniques when he is in his father's place. He will always remember what he was taught that day and will live by it his whole life. It reminds me of a saying I once heard. Train up a child in the way he should go. Even when he is old he will not depart from it.

[@stephendx935]

Ethan asked a crucial question: "Do we have a stop sign?" Shows he has some knowledge of how to stay safe. A bit surprised Ron that you didn't put out some cones while you were under the RV. Was half pie expecting someone to try and use the park while you were under and take your legs out.

[@Psalm51Man]

And today this old dog learned a new trick...never thought of using two box end wrenches to get extra leverage on tight bolts! Ron, you are always teaching...and when needed you use words! Thanks again for sharing life with us. Stay safe and God Bless!

[@retireddriver16]

Jeff Frentz Done all the time

[@robertb4455]

Another reason to buy quality tools. Cheap ones break and the good ones usually have free or discounted replacement policy.

[@wandalbowen8101]

Ron, you are a fine gentleman. Thank you for having respect for your family, friends, coworkers, and even those who are not kind to others. Excellent example how a real man conducts life. May the Good Lord continue to bless you, your business, and your family. Life is only a vapor. Live it well.

[@Gonzo614]

My Dad would have loved your videos. He was a heavy wrecker driver and diesel mechanic for 50+ years. I grew up on the smell of diesel fuel and riding in Diamond Reo split boom wreckers.

[@gwpsr58]

Reminds me of trying to get 20 feet of pickup and 37 feet of boat trailer out of a spot I should have never pulled into. :)

[@gsettlemyre]

Happy Birthday Mr. Ethan! Good job on the hook up, and maneuvering around in that parking lot, it’s tight enough for a regular vehicle let alone a big ol wrecker with a rather big RV in tow. And Ethan keep doing what you are doing, make fishing great again and drag your father along to enjoy it also!

[@TheWelshonesVideos]

Saw this pop up after I said to the Mrs "there's nothing decent to watch while eating my lunch", Great video as always Ron, and Ethan keeps on learning!

[@arthenry498]

Fantastic!! Hope Ethan realizes what a great man his Dad really is. I had to get out into the world (and get smacked down by it) before I realized the real wisdom and love of my Dad!! I wish I had told him more often of that. I also got a headache when you disconnected the drive shaft. Just a memory headache when I dropped the one on my Dodge Maxivan when I did the U joints. I REALLY enjoy watching you work. Everything you do is an inspiration and makes me think the world might be worth keeping after all. Thanks Ron, to you and yours. The world is a better place with you people in it. And I can feel that way out here in upstate NY.. God bless you all. (I really feel He has)

[@RonPratt]

Thank you so much for the kind words. I do not get a chance to respond to all comments, but I wanted to tell you I appreciate your kindness. Thank you for watching and God bless.

[@s3rye306]

Hey ron if you don’t mind I would love to see a walk threw of the lot and shop. I would love to see videos of the trucks as well

[@Rhys_Official]

There are already some videos of the truck's. Just search "Ron Pratt walk around" on youtube and they'd pop up.

[@TheWelshonesVideos]

From what Ron has said in the past on Livestreams, it wouldn't be possible due to the nature of the work involved. Trucks are fine, but the shop/lot are a different story.

[@logandeters8438]

Yea that would be cool

[@Newberntrains]

@@TheWelshonesVideos likely most companies wouldnt want the equipment being worked on or being stored on public video so the lot is off limits as for the shop go to a TA/PETRO or loves and take a walk past the bay or google reviews at those places the shop looks pretty close to that The trucks have been featured in walk thrus

[@neonhomer]

Ron has said before that he can't show the shop because of customers vehicles and such.

[@donnyromine8110]

I have to say that's some driving skill you managed to sweeze your truck and the Rv out of that tight spot great job Ron.

[@davemacclary9845]

I had to laugh when you said rush hour traffic. I'm in Northern Virginia and the traffic here has been terrible since 1970. You have no idea how bad it's been for Years. Great videos. Thanks!

[@DuffyNightingale]

LOL at the hat. Never assume anything!! Man that is hard work crawling underneath the vehicles, etc. Impressive!!

[@Veyronp87]

great work by the father son duo!! that was a real tight lot with cars everywhere

[@ahnbra]

Happy Birthday Ethan. Take care every one @ Midwest Truck.

[@anthonyrobertson1787]

Thank you Ron and Eathen good job 👍😎

[@manusk40]

"Make fishing great again"

[@RonPratt]

Always! Thank you for watching and God bless.

[@tuba7084]

Ron Pratt hopefully you and Your son were able to go fishing on his birthday!

[@lockedin60]

All those safety driving courses came in handy that day. I would say experience with your vehicles and knowing what kinetic energy does when towing a large motor vehicle with the under reach. Your mind says piece of cake as you brush the beads of sweat off your brow!

[@user-dd1mx3df2w]

Why can’t I have a cool ass boss like Ron Pratt ! Huge fan watched almost all your videos

[@68dart]

Speaking of make do with what you got, I was driving home from my last day in the military , 50 miles from home the fan belt breaks at 2am , I had a 10 foot section of rope in the trunk cut it to fit just the crank ,water pump and alternator, made it home no issues . Always entertaining , Thanks Ron

[@kens.3729]

Happy Birthday to Ethan. I Hope you have a Great Day and Enjoy a BIG Steak 🥩 Dinner. 👍👍👍

[@malcolmross3782]

Hello Ron and happy birthday Ethan. Another top video showing professional team work and skill. Well done but remember to stay safe 😷

[@whitef250powerstroke]

Lucky kid. I miss working with my dad everyday.

[@markb.1259]

Happy Belated Birthday Ethan!!! In this day and age, it's not too unrealistic to consider that some level of crime might have been committed inside an abandoned RV. Thankfully that wasn't the case here. Great recovery Ron & Ethan!

[@jimbroeker3794]

Hay Ron i like how your son was like you need me stop traffic!? I got this where the stop sign he seems to be a great help like to see that great guy!!

[@t8m2c82]

am i the only one who noticed the front tow pin still in? 😋 11:09 Done an awesome job getting that backed outta there also From one Towie to another

[@iandrew6347]

Awesome recovery Sir that was a tricky one .good bless you and stay safe

[@DVeck89]

You never truly know the depth of depravity of average car drivers until you have to drive something bigger than a car.

[@allangibson8494]

Unfortunately some of them drive trucks too... that is one of the things that keep tow operators and insurance companies in business.

[@lawrencekieffer6770]

Just a thought one thing we have lost over the years is family business where father and son work together . watching this video i am made more aware of this as i was raised on a farm and know what self employed means. Watching this i also see a lot of life lessons being taught a good work ethic being the most important. Sadly this has been lost over the years. One way you see this they are done when the job is done not when the clock tells them there done. Take care and stay safe

[@bonelesswhiskey2865]

Anyone else catch the wrench trick for leverage? Uncle taught me that when i was helpin on dirt track racers couple years back. My dad even showed me. Works wonders when you combine and open end, with a box end of a wrench the right way, the amount of torquing ability you gain, on top of the grunting ;)

[@victorthompson7331]

Thanks Ron for what have said, No matter what creed, or colour, faith, orientation as regards our politics. One thing that should be said, we are all HUMAN. God bless and stay safe.

[@The_JEB]

Those ratcheting wrenches, and those auto retractable ratchet straps are probably the two things I always tell people to get. I need to get me some longer ones of those straps.

[@fhuber7507]

Do they make "Go-Jacks" big enough to slide the back end of that motor home sideways?

[@Simon-ho6ly]

They exist but stupidly expensive for something you will only likey use on rare occasion

[@Timmothy2012]

I doubt it

[@52Ford]

If they're out there, they're hard to find. I've been "Googling" for probably 30 minutes. If they're out there, they're gonna be expensive! Plus, with the amount of weight you'd be pushing around, I'd be afraid of it rolling away and hitting something. Even hooked to the truck, it'd be afraid of it jack knifing.

[@allangibson8494]

They exist - look up machinery skates. Need 100 ton capacity - just order or rent them. Battery powered versions exist for heavier loads. Once you get over 100 tons they become special order devices. The biggest load I’ve seen shifted was just over 6000 tons.

[@debrabyrd1306]

Happy Birthday Ethan, hope you had an awesome day!

[@SmittySmithsonite]

Happy Belated BIRTHDAY, Ethan!! 👍🍻🙌 🎊 Just like driving in MA there, Ron! All too familiar to me. Problem up here is, you'd never in a million years be able to back up ANY distance without a spotter behind you at ALL times. People will deliberately sit there right behind you staring at your backup lights coming right at them, knowing if you hit them YOU will be in the wrong and they'll get a fresh paint job (or just junk the vehicle and pocket the cash). Others will also grossly miscalculate the time required to sneak behind you to that coveted parking spot, and will appear out of nowhere to get broadsided by your rig or load. This happens when you're driving FORWARD, let alone backing up! 😉 Glad to be out of that industry. You're truly blessed to live where you live, Ron!

[@sixballtrucka]

Man OH MAN...that was TIGHT TIGHT...good job getting it out of there because I would be scared like a chicken wing

[@johnmh1000]

Great job family Pratt!! Hope you had a good birthday Ethan.

[@crazyboynatethegamer009]

That was the best hardest backwards driving Ron you could be the new Mater

[@jamesgulrich7416]

I've got a few sets of ratchet wrenches and they never work on drivelines! The mech is too big to fit in the universal joints, but I always have to try only to make another trip to the toolbox for a standard combination. Nice video, Ron, keep up the good work.

[@simonjones7785]

Good bit of reversing there ron im an ex semi truck driver a lot of people dont realise that the trailer or towed vehicle back end will swing so far , but there we go not everyone paid attension in geometry classes peace out man ..

[@brandonbullock6580]

Ron just want to say you guys do amazing job. Let Eathan know to keep up the good work to keep fishing fun. I am a big time hunter. Used to go fishing and one day i will go back to fishing.

[@rideingbikeswithj2989]

Good bless you all

[@taylormartin90]

Happy Birthday, Ethan!! My God bless you and keep you sir.

[@weird1600]

A back up camera built into the light box you attach to the trucks might be nice and helpful.

[@saltydog3714]

Great job Ron! Many people driving cars are inconsiderate and act like they don’t have a brain in their head. Over the years, I would park my tractor trailer in a vacant part of the lot. Some idiot would block me in, no consideration.

[@s10_4_life6]

Good to know that the owner got it back

[@msnpassjan2004]

Impressive but I most def·i·nite·ly would have come back at night after the stores closed and lot was empty. But you know Ron, he will find a way.

[@marclattoni1959]

Nicely done! Great teamwork.

[@paulreiche2746]

Was there anyone dead inside?

[@cableandchain]

i use leather glove put wrenches in just for driveshafts works good and use the thumb hole for tire chaulk to mark drive shaft for install

[@chriskulpa1057]

One mistake I noticed....you took the block out from under the tire before disconnecting the driveshaft ;) Great work as always.

[@mjfreespirit]

Sure they weren't dead inside?

[@normangallant9879]

Good job Ron & Ethan

[@harveystephens6115]

Nice job. Tight quarters enjoyed watching

[@thephantomeagle2]

I'd get so dizzy just doing the chaining under the vehicle, sudden movements like that make my head swim. I'd be a lowsy tow truck driver for sure. I liked that white car as you were pulling out. They saw what you were doing and stopped far enough back that you had no worries about taking up both lanes. Too bad more people aren't like that.

[@wandalbowen8101]

Happy Birthday Eathan....same as one of my sons

[@thomasfletcher4765]

Woke up this morning to a notification from KZbin , saw this , and thought , sweet something worth watching !

[@ronwolford3782]

As always thanks for the video, and may God continue to bless you and yours.

[@xxkillerkane420xx8]

I have several pairs of those gloves, they have padding in all the right places and have saved my hands multiple times

[@mikem2736]

If you know what type they are please post - I never thought to ask...

[@MrHgavino]

Nice job !!!! It is a art to get out of tough,tight spaces. God Bless.

[@katieamarshh]

Love that white car turning in when you were reversing .. probably didn’t realise what was going on though! In a car park though, that’s an interesting place to need to a vehicle

[@lexalford5956]

Parking lot’s get crazy people are not worried about the traffic because nothing is moving fast but everything is moving look at it then after you have a plan look at it again and it It has changed and the plan won’t work any more it takes extreme patience to navigate through it all done it with a trailer on my pickup. Saturday night when I was racing it was empty when we went there and then the crowd hit. Crazy mess trying to get out of there

[@usnusmcret]

Allow me to say Happy Birthday to your son, Ethan!! I know you’re proud of him!!

[@anthonysiner372]

Talk about the world's best backwards driver here. HOLY CRAP

[@tangerine7009]

Happy Birthday Ethan!

[@田中清-z2p]

Hello Thank you for the wonderful images And I respect your serious work. From Japan

[@robertakabobbytomblin1450]

Howdy Ron how are you and your family Brother? Hope all is doing well and staying safe and being careful

[@teamstromski]

That rear end has seen better days. Leaking out of the yoke and wheel seal.

[@damnoldguy]

Happy Birthday Ethan! Hope you got to go fishing 👍

[@matthewdowd4686]

I entered the giveaway on the guardian angle website so fingers crossed I’ll have an angel on my shoulder soon!! Thanks for sharing Ron you are a legend sir! Much respect to you and you’re crew!! Edit: and happy bday to your son!!

[@lockedin60]

2 things are a plus. You are in a busy parking lot but you are not like sitting ducks on a busy highway where motor vehicles are moving at a fast speeds and you are not dealing with your old nemesis-Overhead Power lines.

[@RICHARD.WRIGHT1]

UJ nuts, don't ya just love em!!!

[@stancherry4716]

That was tight man

[@beercanrich99]

I thought Ethan's hat said "Make Towing Great Again"

[@simonsupersi2225]

I mistake ya son did. Not making sure any cars came in when you was backing up to the home . I see that car just come in . Gota have eyes everywhere. But comes with experience. Keep up the good work and be safe

[@sethtriggs]

LOL on 21:06 you really cut it close! This was a tight space, but well done! Always appreciate how you show how all of this works.

[@joc9128]

Thank you I learned something today

[@doomstang]

Happy birthday Ethan! It's also my birthday and my dad's birthday... Hopefully he's had as much fun as we've had on vacation in Branson

[@fantomfotog]

GOOD JOB!!!

[@simplymeconnie4003]

@3:55 it reminds me of a minion when you were backing up and now I can't unsee that! Haha

[@permaquilter9111]

Thumbs up for Ethan's hat.

[@nealboelkins9694]

High dollar motor home, check! Sleeping in a Walmart lot to save money, check! Oh crap, this is gonna cost us money now! Great content as always!

[@davidhoffman1278]

Lots of motels and hotels in my area won't let you park an RV that size. We have a couple of RV parks, but during peak season they are constantly full. Sam Walton apparently came up with the idea of allowing overnight RV parking to generate goodwill and some more business, but, you can't abuse the niceness. I believe that after 2 nights they ask you to move along.

[@wavycamlol]

this intro is legendary.

[@openphoto]

That's cool it seemed to work out for the owners in the end. Happy bday Ethan!

[@FireRescue80]

Happy Birthday Ethan!!

[@mojo6524]

looks like a wheel bearing seal is leaking on the driver side. Happy Birthday, Ethan!

[@michaelhartloff3833]

Happy birthday Ethan

[@Lawasoft]

Great video, and a little late but Happy Birthday to Ethan, you DO do a great job and Great hat whatever it says.. Fishing can be fun :D

[@eiserntorsphantomoftheoper2154]

You need a telescopic pole on the wrecker with a camera. Or a drone or something.

[@douglasriddle14]

while you have the drive shaft out go ahead and replace that seal and the wheel seal also

[@paulmartin5787]

That seems like a nice RV, odd that it got abandoned...

[@sandraguntorius1462]

Love ❤️

[@MrZerocool5000]

you definitely should give a try to cordless ratchets