STUCK 3 TIMES IN THE SAME AREA WITH ONE CLOSE TO BEING A ROLLOVER!!!

[@DKWorldCom]

Ron, you should be proud the way Ethan is thinking critically on these jobs, taking your instruction and criticism, and applying his own knowledge and training to complete the tasks in a safe and professional manner. Ethan, you should be proud of yourself. From watching this channel for several years I have watched grow into your roll. I know your granddad is watching over you, and smiling. Both of you keep up the great work.

[@BerraLJ]

Yeah this job is hard, i have done box truck local distribution, and that is easy, stressfull but not hard, this job on the other hand requires a lot of skills and a keen eye to spot things like power lines, and then be able to figure out a plan for rigging and such.

[@Kevin-go2dw]

Daylight, no rain, no wind, no ARC enemy, no traffic and room to work. No injuries and no damaged vehicles or buildings. A clean truck is not working and paying for itself. A lot to be thankful for.

[@chuckmoore1380]

"If at first you don't succeed..." Thanks for another great video. It was great seeing Ethan behind the wheel of "his" truck, and at the controls. He is becoming a very good operator. Job well done. Stay safe and healthy.

[@floydroberts9868]

I like how Ron is patient with everyone who works around him. Encouraging them to look and think for themselves. And pointing out what they overlook.

[@-ray-h]

Nice to see Dad & Son together on a job... Especially Away from the dangerous highways👍💯AND Eathan driving His Awesome Truck...!

[@dl33tc0dr6]

Today I was the idiot, but thanks to your many wonderful videos, I knew immediately to cut my losses and call a tow company. The operator came out, assessed the situation, took my suggestions under advisement, video-chatted one of his coworkers to further advice, skillfully got my vehicle out of a predicament, and then charged me a price that could not be beat. Ron, sorry to tell you, but you are not the only awesome worker in the business. :)

[@324bear]

That tanker was put in a difficult spot! I'm glad you guys were able to help! If only the property owner knew where to get some gravel... 😂🤣 😉

[@Jimbohemian]

I agree. They told him it was okay to go that way, yet it gets stuck. His company provided a service to them by bringing the fuel they need. You'd think with all of the tracked vehicles and trucks around that go through that stuff with ease, they would've tried to get the thing unstuck themselves, rather than forcing the expense of using Midwest Truck.

[@corycollier]

@@Jimbohemian Ron mentioned that they couldn't due to liability reasons, which makes sense.

[@Rusty_Nickle]

Yeah it was a difficult spot. But he missed so many opportunities if he just knew how to maneuver his truck

[@Bongofurry]

Mr. Pratt's quizzing and guidance is creating a master in an incredibly difficult trade. Great team !

[@paulnieuwkamp8067]

26:48 "I wasn't planning on getting my hands dirty" I think you picked the wrong occupation for that :D

[@Oatmealism]

Nothin quite like watchin big man Ron letting Ethan run the reigns, and Ethan showing just how good of a towman he's become. Love this family, love the work you do, Sure dad/grandad is up there smilin down on his boys. My mom, who was a Minister, taught me to count my blessings daily, she asked me to find 10 things every day to be thankful for, and know that nothing is granted, everything is a blessing, from the clothing on your back, the roof over your head, the food in your bellies, she built her own ministry on this principle, she called it Our Daily Blessings, and later she renamed it to Daily Walk In Christian Faith. We lost her back in 2017 to health complications, and her ministry went under, but we still to this day count our blessings.

[@bethphillips7421]

Ethan your doing a fine job. Everyday is a teachable moment. Have a safe and wonderful weekend.

[@billneedham9652]

Wow👍

[@arbigdog73]

Ethan doesn't get in a hurry, calm cool & collected. Congratulations Ron, Ethan, and the rest of the Mid-West Family on the new truck.

[@1361057]

Ron, thanks for commenting about the missing comm’s set, I was thinking you really could have used that today. New truck, time for a third comm’s set maybe.

[@Hendog1001]

one love seeing ethan running the truck with his name on the door. two finally a true test of the big stars talent as a recovery truck. i know she is a multi-role beast a strong recovery truck and a reliable work horse for everyday tows. i take it the choice was to bring the substantially lighter truck when compared with the rotator.

[@stellarproductions8888]

Since the rotator weighs 72.5 thousand, if they brought it out there, it would have sunk for sure. And besides, you don't need a rotator to do a winch out, not when you have a 50-ton with a big stick, and lots of power, so I agree with you. It was nice seeing Ethan think quicker on his feet on this one, I have no doubt that was due to all the extra training he's been getting in collage, to become a top level wrecker operator. I know Ron is proud of his son, and so am I.

[@glennjukes5581]

Rotator is a lot bigger/heavier--if you don't actually need to lift something-use a stick truck. At the end of the month a lot cheaper to operate.

[@williamjacob885]

Good job, Ethan! Keep it up! While you dont have Ron's experience, it speaks volumes that you're so willing to seek his help so quickly. You know your limits, and that's a very wise thing. It will serve you well and keep you safe. Well done, young man!

[@SirNightmann]

WTG Ethan, your a smart young man, and i believe your going to learn all the ropes to this trade, you are a lucky young man, and also, you make me proud as so the rest of your family, bless you and Ron Pratt for these awesome videos :)

[@TheRealTronGuy]

"I got a feeling we may not be done." Don't taunt Murphy.

[@brotakig1531]

Poor bloke if he was told that's the way the trucks go, with ground that soft once he was already in it he was stuffed. I get why once he went through the first part he kept going, look how it nearly rolled coming back he would have felt that on the way in. Glad people like you can help him I'm sure he will be embarrassed for awhile but we are human no one was hurt or building damaged!

[@charlesblanton1008]

Certainly not his fault. That company is 100% liable for the treacherous road condition. They know what kind of traffic has to drive where. Its their responsibility to accommodate appropriately. Shame on them.

[@m9ovich785]

Thanks Guys. I hope You guys are Faring well through the Bad storms down there... Mike M.

[@Muksanim2012]

The drive into this site reminded me of "Life on the Mississippi" by Mark Twain, describing how the river changes course and boats getting grounded. I also imagined Huck Finn and Jim cruising along on their raft. My favorite author in high school was Twain. As you pointed out Ethan in the driver's seat of "his" truck, my mind went back to a video of him in the passenger at about age 9, asking questions and observing all that dad was doing. It seems our children grow up so fast. I don't understand how contractors expect heavy trucks to go over ground like this without building roads to handle the trucks.

[@MichaelAllanFrancisSheaver]

Hmmm... this is a walk down memory lane for me: Home Service Oil from my beloved hometown Barnhart; Mighty Miss mud slippery as snot and with the suction to pull your boots right off. Ahhh, those were the days!

[@jakeschisler7525]

Boy, that was a good one! Ethan is getting better each time out! Poor Ron almost fell down. This guy is probably thinking about not getting that delivery too soon. That company should have had the ground better suited for a delivery. Nice fishing in those pits one day. We used to fish in old quarrys years ago in Illinois.

[@wandalbowen8101]

I think Ron had another Pratt fall.

[@glennjukes5581]

Right about that!! They ned thirty more loads of gravel spread and compacted before bringing any traffic in--but like most companies-don't want to spend the coin. Ain't their problem.

[@kenthetalkingpen2518]

Good job Ethan hope you become as wonderful as your dad and remember it's mother's day ❤

[@Dan13grandpa]

I was dumping a Loader bucket of gravel out of my trialer one night to clean something out of it. It was dark, and I couldn't see the trialer tires I got out of the truck to go see if the trialer that cleaned out and the tail gate had got on another pile of gravel and all 8 tires on the trailer was off the ground and it was Is leaning to one side. I ran back up to the truck and pushed the down button. It came back down, right. That was as close as I came to turning an end dump over in the 9 years I pulled one. That happened at the start of the time I was pulling an end dump. That made me watch things a lot closer when I was dumping the dark. Great job, guys. Stay safe, and God bless you'll. Dan 🇺🇸

[@barbaraelrod2336]

Good job Ethan! Maybe some walkie talkies for the new truck too?

[@frelnc]

Ethan seems to be gaining in self-confidence. He handles that big truck with confidence and skill. It's amazing to watch him grow into this specialty. This fella and his tanker sure set up a challenge for Ethan. Finding solid footing seemed to be the hardest part. That last pull was a thing of beauty. Good work, Ethan.

[@alexpotter5458]

Great solutions to each new problem that arose. I really enjoyed seeing the new truck in action. Thank you.

[@alanstant9356]

This is one I can see with your guy's job is the fact how many things can get frustrating Ron. That was one very stuck there on that gravel.

[@Pooneil1984]

I was driving my car through your country a few days ago, crossing the Mississippi at Cairo. During those storms, on both trips. There was a notable rise in the River level in between the crossings. Then in Texas as ia gto close to home there was a tractor that had left the road and lost its front axle. It seemed to be a struggle to get that truck free from the ditch. Thankfully it was upright and the cab was intact. So presumably no injury.

[@dominickdevillo6333]

Ron,it's nice to see father and son working side by side. Lost my dad back in 1956 . Great job fellas

[@HuliMAKAflip808]

What a tough job. But I knew you’d both get it done. And that new Western Star is one hell of a sexy truck. What a great new addition to the fleet. Glad to see new videos. I watch your channel religiously. Stay safe out there!

[@Rags722]

Good job! You scared me on that one. Have a DRY weekend Ron!

[@AndrewHaverson]

Ethan, that was a good thing to point out about releasing tension before walking under the line. I wonder if you could work on being a bit more polite when talking to customers. Even a "If you could" added to a request would go a long way. (We all have stuff we're working on in life.) Good jo, guys. May God bless the whole Midwest family!

[@wandalbowen8101]

Ethan, you are always courteous to the customers. Good job.

[@borancoskun2811]

What a beautiful rig, great seeing Ethan at the controls too. Been a long time viewer and the progression Ethan has made is a great sight to see, definitely a bonus having a father and mentor like you Ron. God Bless.

[@bobbondi7191]

Quite a lesson for Ethan. He listens and has a good teacher.

[@-ray-h]

Good morning Ron and Ethan...!

[@SilentCougar]

Great to see Ethan back in the seat and over his spell of rough health. Another fine example of Father and Son getting it done. Brilliantly executed.

[@garymcdowell2097]

WHAT A CHALLENGE!!! It worked out great though, Ron you are teaching Ethan the right way, slow and easy wins the race. It also gives you time to think out the situation before a catastrophe happens, like the one you that almost happened. GREAT JOB GUYS!!!!! WELL DONE!!

[@MidwestSteven1]

Morning Ron! Always a good watch and a good way to start the day!

[@87GrandNational]

Awesome! Reminds me of doing tow and recovery jobs with my dad when I was younger.

[@TowOp1105]

Great job to both of y’all.

[@Easterwood67]

Ron , your knowledge and experience is mind blowing.

[@MGower4465]

2:45 Don't let Matt from Diesel Creek see all those old trucks sitting around - he'll be there with his checkbook open and his wife trying to steal his pen.

[@kd5nrh]

Or Derek at Vice Grip Garage. He'd be fixing one up to haul three more.

[@Scarecrow6143]

Pucker factor=9.8 on that one! Liquid loads are tricky even without the soft ground. Nicely done, guys!

[@curtisziegler3934]

Ron I am the same way when did Auto Repair, I always loved A Good Challenge. Yes Perseverance is the best word for the day. 😎

[@AN-ef6uo]

Ron I'm glad you mentioned COMs. I was thinking the same thing on that long whinch. Need to get that set of COMs put in that truck ASAP.

[@ericbarbier1495]

The way you are working is Amazing. No matters how many maneuvers are necessary, the most important thing is : succeding towing without breaking truck. Time is money ,,sure, but rushing may cost a lot !

[@AWRay1300]

MY!!! MY!!! MY!!! WHAT A MESSS!!! Safely done and no more damage, except for the ground ruts, which couldn't be helped.

[@mikecullers]

I didn't realize Ethan was only 20. I have been watching the channel for quite a while now and remember him from a little boy but just the wealth of knowledge he already has is so impressive and seems beyond his years. He does have a great teacher though. Great job Ethan.

[@danimal0921]

Ethan and his safety "brain bucket" brings a big smile to my face each and every time I see him in it! It is very comforting to see a young man who is responsible, respectful, and VERY respectable that lives his life maybe about "half a bubble off plumb"!!! You are a very lucky man, Ron Pratt! It does my heart good to see a man who owns a very successful business that has his family members diligently working shoulder to shoulder with him! Ron, I have exactly ZERO doubt that your Dad is looking down on all y'all with a very big, satisfied, and proud smile on his face because he is so very proud of what y'all are doing to prosper and continue to build the company that he built with the help of his own family!!! I very much enjoy all of your content! I never miss a single episode and typically watch them within 4 to 6 hours of your upload!!!! Thank you for your integrity!!!

[@agentcrm]

Too close to the building when he was reversing. Right where it's hardest to get any compaction. That was as interesting place to send a truck & trailer. Time to add a com's set into all the trucks 😅 I wonder if there's a way to have the PTO automatically kick out once you reach 5mph. For when you get distracted and forget to kick it out.

[@nonaloeffler308]

That was a little scary. Great job Eathan and Ron. you are doing a great job.

[@kimsmart4633]

Need to get a set of radios to stay in this truck. I know they're expensive but well worth the money when being able to communicate with each other. Another great job by the Pratt men.

[@SteveNicoson-u1i]

Thanks for a super interesting video this time around. It was interesting and entertaining to watch. Wow. Little bit of excitement there when that gasoline trailer started to rock into that building post. Wow. But it stopped in time and you got him out of there. Nice work Ron and Ethan. Took a bit to get that truck and trailer out of that soft ground and back on the road. You both take care and be safe. The retired Air Force veteran.

[@pamhowden8161]

Good luck pulling it

[@brian7327]

Ron I would definitely say there was an angel looking over this driver good job Ethan

[@susandallessandro5076]

I was so nervous watching this that I had to pause and take a break. You guys did a great job.

[@kwhited2011]

That truck is a awesome addition to your fleet that truck is a beast

[@MattyMatt80]

My oh My! What a doozy of recovery this one was!! Always a great video to witness Father Ron and hson Ethan working side by side getting together to get the job completed safely and efficiently. As a Towing & Recovery Operator myself. It brings me such great joy to watch Ethan grow into such a professional and passionate Operator such as his Father Ron. Ron I know that your Father is up there in Heaven smiling down with such great happiness to know that you are doing such a superb job teaching his grandson the profession. Job well done! 🙏🏼❤🤍💙🇺🇸🫡😎

[@stevenbelsky1652]

Another great video Ron and I have agree super singles are absolutely horrible in the snow. I've gotten stuck plenty of times with them

[@davidesmond1955]

You are a great Dad and encouraging Ethan to think outside the box is good, he really needs a pair of braces on his trousers! Thank you for a great video.

[@greenbeenie2]

what a mess.....great work Ron as always, Ethan is doing just fine, especially for only 20 y/o. 18 worked just fine.....really nice unit...I am sure Ethan is proud to have his name on the door..... I am an old driver with over 3 million miles....your statement of " just a quick winch.....ALWAYS REMEMBER "MURPHY" !!! What can go wrong, will go wrong....I am speaking from experience..LOL God bless you all, be safe thank you for the videos

[@sethwiedeman1799]

Ron ,Ethan thank God that tanker didn't hit that post it would have turned really bad then. Thank god u two did not get stuck. Keep up the good work and God bless 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@alanbean8222]

One of the best videos I've seen in long time

[@rickoshea7291]

This gives a whole new meaning to "Being dragged through the mud"

[@JacksonGuitarsPlayer03]

You got that right! I slid in mud several times the whole rig will slide it can even with the wheels straight. Having chunky grippy floaters or not it’ll still slide in the mud in certain conditions. I own and have drove trucks that had locking both axle drive. Well, at all times both axles turn. The lock locks em. Doesn’t allow them to freely spin. Yall know. Tires that size are bound to slide in the mud. This Star got nice looking floaters in the front they look like Michelins which I have on my trucks now. On my dump truck and my tractor. I’ll be putting them on my other dump truck soon. They have a nice tread pattern and they are a nice size. Highly recommend Hankooks floater tires as well Good Year workhorse floaters I have ran as well are decent

[@BF-qt2wp]

Awesome video keep up with a great work and be safe out there.

[@davidwayne9982]

Word of the day-- " over 10 years old MUD PIES are NO FUN"... :) GREAT VIDEO... great job!!

[@KnightRanger38]

They can still be fun - as long as you are entertaining someone younger than 10 years old.

[@samuelrussell6503]

I got neverious watching this. I thought for sure the tank was rolling over.

[@eladfitz5673]

Todays video reminded me of the song, On Christ the solid rock I stand All other ground is sinking sand. Mud and loose gravel just don't get-r-dun.

[@garryhall2964]

Just watching this video got my heart pumping faster when that tractor sank and the trailer started to rock!!

[@jeffclark2725]

Thumbs up, great video,Minimal damage to that soft mushie mud, always enjoy the education

[@davidbreman2494]

Ron that's a good looking Western Star like the knew graphics you should restore your Dad's old Western Star you don't find old wreckers Luke that hardly anymore

[@13thcolony57]

Another outstanding job that took more than originally thought. But nonetheless completed. STAY SAFE OUT THERE.

[@Dusty2112]

Super nice job guys Nice driving Ethan. God Bless You Both.

[@ramrod6279]

Ron U & Ethan did a great job even tho it turned into a little bit of a difficult job. God bless

[@CGAZ66]

I have been watching your video's a long time . That was the first time I ever was like ohhh noooo when I seen them tires sink and the tanker tilt. Very lucky..The good Lord was watching out for you. (Job well done .)

[@charleswelch249]

Ethan is definitely getting more comfortable and starting to think about the situation more now. I'm proud of him getting more experience with each job. But I'm totally confused why the driver didn't just back out the way he came in with the new construction and mudd. Great job guys and see you on the next one.

[@SumterWrecker]

Mr Ron Ethan did a awesome job. Thanks for sharing and stay safe

[@philippenaluna2312]

It's not the first time you've had to take 3 'bites' at the 'apple'! That said, this one must have been the most challenging. Well done in averting a potential rollover. That post probably would've come off second best! Overall, a difficult, and potentially dangerous, task completed without major incident and another stranded trucker pulled out of a sticky situation. Indeed, comms would have helped and, maybe, having another vehicle, eg the rotator, on scene. Nevertheless, well done Ethan and Ron in getting the job done. Ron and Ethan, you should both be proud of each other for knowledge (Ethan) and excellent teaching (Ron). Greetings from the UK. God bless.

[@henkweurding3339]

Nice video and a very nice experienced trucker, so you can see it can happen to best.

[@Los629]

I’m an O/O. I know the feeling of being all excited the rig is nice and clean, 20 mins later Mother Nature decides to have her own car wash, lol

[@arthurbiringer5676]

That was a great recovery even though it was a nail biter! Stay safe!

[@debrabyrd1306]

Great job guys!

[@robinmiller5378]

THANKYOU for all u do I really wish we had driver's like u and ur family and how u praise the lord at all time. And how u treat ur team u r a boss I would love to have. GOD BLESS U AND UR FAMILY MUCH LOVE AND PRAYER'S TEN TIMES FOLD. I FROM CALIF❤😊

[@GraceHarris-t8l]

I sure enjoy watching your videos you guys know what you are doing and you and your crew are hard workers God Bless you all

[@nickellingson7035]

Great job guys. Well done Ethan.

[@VineV-Dutch]

Always have all your equipment with you.

[@rodneyjeffery9726]

nice job guys

[@HVACguy813]

That’s one sloppy mess! Glad no one was injured during all of this. A few suggestions possibly, I’ve seen some other trucks that have had boot brushes mounted to the steps, there’s also a tool you may be interested in, it’s called the iver tool, another KZbinr uses it…it is rated for lifting and connects to the front tow pins on the truck.

[@simonjones7785]

great to see shelby out in the roll back

[@dave.lawrence.3894]

Ron, you're one cool cat, I think this shouldn't be happening... Just one giant mud pit.... Don't mess up the landscaping...👍😯😞😄

[@edwinschlee8374]

Boy that was close to a roll over. Good job 3 times pulling and finally getting him out!

[@amyh226]

Hi everyone I see Ethan has go pro on his cowboy hard hat from camera I see the view in this one from his hat. Be safe out there.

[@KnightRanger38]

I noticed the views changing a couple of times.

[@ronbriggs6905]

Another great video with even me getting the pucker factor watching that tank sway and that building post being so close with fuel on board. Will be telling some friends of mine to watch this video.

[@thewatchmen4920]

You handle that just like what you are. A professional. B SAFE 🚒💨💨💨💨

[@glennjukes5581]

Should have locked the rears in and power devider BEFORE you ever hit wet ground--but I know you know this, Ron. Glad you got your truck set up that way. Always make sure you un-lock them before hitting hhard ground. Ethan just needs the experience-getting stuck once/twice will teach you-walk the area first! Always-Never take another person's WORD for the conditions...

[@JrFlexing909]

This is the first I seen Ron in the passenger seat just relaxing and not driving. I'm waiting for Ron to let it out with some good ol words of seeing that trailer rock side to side like that. That will make you sweat real quick. Ethan have good sense of humor. ^^;;; But you get the job done one way or another and safely.

[@Lineman99]

Is the new truck longer than the rotator?

[@JackMacLupus]

Looks like the same Chassis for me. Just looks longer since it doesnt has a high rotator boom on it.

[@Robert-bt1bo]

Ron Ethan God bless you guys thank God you stopped him before you hit that post another awesome job guys