The Polar Vortex Part 2!! Closure is Always an Option!!

[@watermouse9296]

Spectrum dude "He's got cameras everywhere, guess its for liability" - No spectrum dude sir! WELCOME TO KZbin!

[@hauntedshadowslegacy2826]

(I mean, it still doesn't hurt to have in case of liability problems, but oh well.)

[@thetalesofdaneandco]

To be fair, they were initially for liability and very much still are. Large amounts of documentation (in this case video) is good for insurance when you're in the right and Ron is super careful. There might even be a discount for having footage.

[@MmeHyraelle]

Side effect of being a youtuber :)

[@jballenger9240]

I like your, “Please and Thank yous”. Bet your Mom is proud. And people appreciate it, or at least I do.

[@mompratt4861]

Commentary has been flowing in on this video, however Mr. Pratt and team have been working an overnight roll over with a hazardous load. There were no injuries in the crash and we continue to pray for a safe recovery of the scene. Thank you for watching and God bless.

[@Georgebrassington]

I hope he uploads that video to KZbin and I hope he and the team is safe god bless him and his team

[@Dr_Angry]

I'm glad everyone was safe.

[@WithTiny]

Prayers for all involved.

[@StormChaserCalebkime]

It was definitely a long night for your guys. Be Safe yall

[@cclngthr]

They still out there? Very long night for the crew.

[@westsidetrucker7943]

That looks like the kind of day where its better to leave the key in the off position and catch up on some Ron Pratt videos

[@xheralt]

Enjoy the luxury...people like the Pratts have to turn the keys ON and crank up the rigs to get the work done (and incidentally, the content for the videos)

[@wetlettuce4768]

I've been fired for doing that in the past strangely I wasn't able to make it into work on my motorbike when there was a good foot of snow outside.... Blessing in disguise I suppose, I don't want to work for people that don't value my safety.

[@westsidetrucker7943]

Well as a truck driver, they can try to make me move, but in the end its my call on if that key turns or not. Dispatch dont like it, they are more than welcome to fly out and drive themselves.

[@alanreeser2187]

Works for me… and I’m from the Midwest

[@alanreeser2187]

I was born and raised in the Midwest. Ron is spot on about what you can/vanity see while driving- and that’s just one of the things you can’t do..

[@geraldheitman7687]

Always a pleasure to watch professionals at work !! Stay safe and God Bless !!

[@b61mack56]

Ron your just like the post office. Through rain snow sleet and hail Midwest Truck will get there.😁

[@bryanthegamer4798]

Except the post office gets holidays off, and doesn’t do as much physical work 😜

[@arlisspropertyservicesllc5943]

“people are just idiots” very true sir. I have been a pro driver 36 years and thats a true statement. However, if they weren’t, you would be out of a job. 😉😉

[@calvinbarnes1721]

As a fellow pro driver, the first part is very true. the second? Professionals will always have work, and even the best driver can make mistakes or have a bad day. Not a criticism, without the idiots it wouldn't be a full time job. Like pulling over for a flat and the shoulder being softer than it looked and getting stuck (that was a bad morning). Thinking on it, can we leave the bad drivers in the ditch? Please?

[@bailey125]

I'm not a pro driver, but I have common sense. It amazes me how careless and nonchalant many drivers are. I live in a country that doesn't really get that bad weather, but when we do I see many people driving as fast as normal. I also see quite a few drivers driving far to slow too (like 25mph in a 60mph) even when the weather is not too bad which is also very dangerous. (and I'm talking normal cars not trucks)

[@nancyogard6722]

I came across these videos by accident. I have to admit that I was bored (covid 19 bored, stuck at home) & youtube serfing. What I thought when I first saw what had happened I wondered how is this guy going to take care of this. It looked impossible so I had to keep watching & Mr Ron Pratt is amazing. Thank goodness for these modern technology has sure helped. The weather conditions aren't always the best. Now I'm hooked watching. It isn't the safest job. I have a son who is a truck driver & one a police officer so watch I see on TV hits to close to home.. Just be safe out there, so many crazy drivers..

[@TheRealTronGuy]

That last "thank you for watching and God bless" sounded *really* tired, like you needed to go home and sleep for a couple of days. Hope you got the rest you needed.

[@genekagarice4263]

When it's cold enough for the camera to freeze then it's to cold to be out. God love you and your crew for braving that kind of conditions to help those who can stay inside

[@theydonothing1]

I thought, "What's the hurry? The cars are well away from the ramp" then I saw the driver was still in the car!

[@Dappdude]

World's best backwards driver is at it again! Best of luck with the hazardous load.

[@DouglasLJr]

Wow, the storm that just keeps on giving. What conditions to be out working in and still maintaining the professionalism and commitment to safety!

[@desclark4276]

Thank you for sharing your experiences and providing invaluable information for new and experienced tow truck operators, and also for the rest of us. I found one of your videos recently and now am slowly working through your past videos. I live in south-east Queensland, Australia. We have a sub-tropical to intermediate climate and while I have snow skied in a southern state, I haven't experienced snow and ice like you worked through in this and other videos. In Queensland, snow is very rare and only falls at high altitudes in a couple of our southern areas. Please continue to take care and enjoy your family and life.

[@stevecobb6001]

When the going gets tough.................... Ron gets working!! Great job Sir!

[@genestatler2514]

Like I've heard it said: you've got the guts of Dick Tracy and the grit of John Wayne!!! Lot's and lot's of luck to you Ron.

[@swearenginlawanda]

Your backing skills blow my mind. I can't back my little Mazda out of my driveway without going in the ditch on each side. Absolutely amazing

[@SteveoAtilla]

@5:39 - You're playing Wisconsin's favorite winter driving game "Who's lane is it anyway!"

[@Cheeselover2626]

and Minnesota's

[@adamleverton4504]

@@Cheeselover2626 and iowas

[@aryonllewellyn]

You are what I call an intelligent driver, Ron. You drive per the conditions. Stay safe, you and all who work at Midwest Truck,. Not forgetting your families.

[@bertrutledge4546]

Thanks to you and your team for working in these conditions and pulling the fools out. Although some of these people had to be out.

[@larrywilliams8010]

STL saw mostly dry snow, thankfully, and single digit temps. Thank you for all you do in those conditions, and thank you to all first responders across the globe for all they do for us.

[@Oatmealism]

Thank you for doing the job you do Ron and all the guys at Midwest Truck, braving dangerous conditions and uncaring drivers to do a job most of us definitely underappreciate. It boggles my mind that tow trucks aren't recognized as emergency vehicles everywhere, you guys really are heroes in your own right, you deserve so much more recognition and respect.

[@sandrajordan8113]

God bless you and your crew. Y’all have one tough job. Thank you for all you do. Be safe.

[@keithhousewright2108]

First time in my life in Texas that we were -6 degrees with a lot of snow. I feel for you guys that had to work in this day and night. God bless.

[@gingerbread6614]

Wow that makes me cold just watching it. We love watching Ron. He is the best. Tell him to be careful.

[@johnnyboi5909]

Love the work that you do. Love the videos and how even in really stressful situations you find ways to joke around to help cope with the stress. I dont think you get told this enough but thank you for your service.

[@nomercygaming5670]

I loved the commentary from the driver of the ford van while you were loading the van it was so funny stay safe and warm in the snow and cold thank you for your service Ron 👍

[@DallasBoricua]

As always your response and customer support is excellent. Stay safe and keep rolling Midwest Truck. Blessings to you all.

[@skoalonguys6788]

That's so cool to watch, you must love what you're doing a greatest things for us to learn more about your hard work 🤟👋👍

[@frelnc]

Goodness, Ron. This looks like frozen nose-hair weather. Glad you got everyone taken care of with no issues.

[@Jameson4327]

I am totally glad I am no longer driving over the road.

[@rr8753]

TO RON AND HIS CREW STAY SAFE OUT THERE PRAYERS, GOOD THOUGHTS AND WELL WISHES TO EVERYONE.

[@dl33tc0dr6]

I was thinking to myself it was one of those days when you could just leave the wheel sling on your seat beside you rather than pack it away. 15 seconds later you go to the cab to retrieve it!

[@rayshutsa6690]

Thank you for all the work you and your team do. Along with the police paramedics fire and road crews. God bless everyone.

[@saintchuck9857]

Felt that slide in the seat of MY pants. Thank you for what you and your crew does.

[@jamesalinio5277]

Nice video as always Mr. Pratt, thank you for all you do to keep the roads open, God Bless you and you crew be safe out there and stay warm

[@Hyades52]

i like the driving sections of the videos and you notice when you have already seen some videos and you think oh here he pulled out a motorcycle or here a truck drove into the ditch and the ARC nemesis made it really difficult to succeed. keep doing such great work and stay safe.

[@Newberntrains]

When i drive thru in the big truck was like oh this is where he found the tored tarus and oh theres the sears where a truck lost against a handicap sign

[@dalelewis1016]

Most townies say closing is not an option... I like how you keep it real!

[@mokiemona1962able]

As always Ron, his crew, and all first Responders should be congratulated for going above and beyond taking care of people. Please , all of you, stay safe and stay Blessed.

[@Joe..3.8.0.9_]

Ron I appreciate what you guys do ! I love big rig toys and you have quite the collection ! I've always loved tow trucks of any kind or year ! Keep safe and warm ! New subscriber Joe.... Navy veteran......

[@tinysim]

It always amuses me to see how much some places struggle with snow. I'm glad no one was injured.

[@corycollier]

AS ALWAYS.....Ron comes through when someone is having a bad day, and I have NO doubt he put a smile on their face with his professional, yet friendly service.

[@henryg683]

Ron this is my first year not being out in these conditions 40+years of being in the thick of the perils and dangers was hard to stay home the amped up feeling of having all the equipment ready to rock and still have problems won’t be missing that part of it!!!! So thanks for keeping my early years in touch for me riding on your shirttails!!!! T&Ps for all at MIDWEST TRUCK STAY SAFE OUT THERE!!!!!!

[@quilingbycindi]

Sometimes it’s just watching the drive I like, Ron has a beautiful area he works in. There is a driver who has films going over the passes in the states and it’s so nice to see.

[@memyhuman]

It’s days like this that make us all wish we could find a cure for stupid! Or at least a booster shot of common sense! Thank you for all that you, EMS, and the road crews do to try to keep our roads clear and safe. Please stay safe and keep warm!

[@micahharman1493]

Great work through this storm my hats off to you for your great work despite the weather. Thank you for keeping the roads open and safe for all of us.

[@BlenderRookie]

46:12 For liability, KZbin and to record people talking to themselves.

[@southaussiegarbo2054]

Lol 😂

[@zweg1321]

I like the comments the guy was making in your truck loading the van

[@bigbanana-wi6wk]

Amazing work. They truly are Guardian Angel Devices. Keep it up!

[@stevenwebb9972]

The weather you are experiencing is just another day for us in upstate NY. God Bless and stay safe!

[@JohnGotts]

Ron, you're handling it well. We have 4 months of this every year in Michigan, not continuously but more often than not. Most of the accidents are people driving 4 wheel drive pick up trucks hotdogging around, thinking they're immune to the laws of physics.

[@Ddabig40mac]

4wd sleds, especially when they run summer/freeway tires. Too much horsepower under the hood and not enough brain behind the wheel.

[@BrucePerkins-mc3hp]

​@Ddabig40mc very true especially when you have youngsters behind the wheel

[@TheHairyGhost]

Hey Ron!! Glad to see that all is well. Been looking to get out of the log hauling business and in to recovery. Watching your videos keeps me motivated.

[@patrickchambers5999]

Looks like your helmet camera needs a balaclava of its own in the cold weather.

[@xheralt]

More than that, it needs something of a heat source, maybe wrap it in with a hand warmer? Just don't have the handwarmer in direct contact with the camera, buffer it with a layer of cloth between, otherwise it'll get too warm!

[@bettyechols6405]

God bless you and your crew and all other public service 🙏workers and keep you all safe

[@sidewinder15599]

Thank you again for your videos. Showing how you do your rigging has helped me with (I believe) improving my rigging setip and safety for the relatively tiny loads and pulls I do.

[@timbowhite3215]

Good Morning My Good Big Bro Ron Pratt Sir & God Bless You & All Of You're Whole Family & I'll Keep On Praying For All

[@Wolfhound.]

rear window cam earned its keep this job lol

[@chrisskelhorn5727]

No injuries is always a good outcome! Let's keep the good thoughts and prayers flowing please! Not just for those that are traversing the roads, but also for those that rescue them, if they come unstuck! :-)

[@sexmoochogranday]

Ahhh! White gold! Every time it snows, it snows money for the recovery industry. So when you see it snowing, the mantra is: mo money, mo money, mo money. Busy times but as the farmers say, make hay while sun shines. In the recovery business it's, make sales when the snow flies! I'm from Southern Ontario, Canada and we're all too used to that weather. Lately though our weather has gone south and now we're experiencing your weather this season and believe you me, I'm sorry you have to endure that weather but it sure feels good to have sunny skies and 40 degree weather this time of year. Keep up the good work and may the good Lord keep a hedge of protection around y'all working in that nasty weather, God bless! 8)

[@kb1kos]

IDEA: Re-route some of the engine exhaust to the winch and PTO to keep it from freezing up. (obviously, a project for when you're not busy.)

[@givenfirstnamefamilyfirstn3935]

And soak it with cooled water vapour in freezing conditions, half of the burned fuel molecules are CO2, half are H2O. Perhaps a heat exchanger?

[@tonyosier6168]

I see you are thinking and applaud you for trying to be problem solving, so don't take offense to this, but I can tell you don't live in a cold state. Up here in MN when the temps drop below zero, the area around the tailpipe is all frosty from the exhaust moisture. Frost will climb all the way up a pickup's tailgate. His winch would be frost covered that way.

[@vturner6626]

i WAS EXPECTING A VIDEO TO BE POST THIS MORNING BUT GLAD IT CAME THROUGH.....HECK I EVEN CHECK TO SEE IF THIS WAS FRIDAY...LOL... GLAD RON AND TEAM IS WORKING HARD BUT STAYING SAFE... GOD BLESS AMERICA AND PATRIOTS.

[@billgroel4463]

Great job thank you for sharing stay safe. God Bless 👍🇺🇸😎

[@janeweldon8874]

That storm certainly kept you busy! Stay safe out there Ron.

[@ihobbs101]

Thank God for people like you Mike and all the first responders who go out there and risk your life to keep the roads open and people moving God bless you all keep safe when you are out there

[@888johnmac]

for your wiper blades .. silicone wiper blades , i had no problems in -10c / -14f but i don't know if you can get them truck sized .. if we don't see any videos for a few days i guess it's because Ron will be catching up on sleep .. stay safe

[@jacquelynharrison4288]

Excellent work as usual. May God protect you, your employees, family, fire fighters, and law enforcement during this terrible season.

[@damaribrackett1159]

👏🙏

[@iamReddington]

Stay safe, Ron! Always glad when you upload.

[@marksmus6161]

another great video Ron keep safe out there with the bad weather and hopefully there are no injuries

[@karlirvin5904]

For walking on ice we use Yaktrax Ice Cleats that slip on you shoes. They help a lot.

[@richardsavaglio661]

Tire chains for our boots!!! I made a few coworkers believers in them

[@wolvesone]

so as i was watching this video and explaining to my roommate what is going on i googled the company and found that someone has made a texture mod for the game GTA V of your truck number 11

[@corycollier]

Someone else did #17 for American Truck Simulator, and put a link to Ron's YT :) Seems he's got some fans that also do ATS....

[@gigiskitties499]

Wow, this video looked like Ice Road Truckers 🥶. Great job as always!! I can only imagine as I live in FL.

[@Dan-uv5lw]

Anyone remember the "Mikey Slide" from several years ago? In one of Ron's videos, Mike slides down the truck bed like a ski ramp. Not sure what video but it was winter about as bad as this one here.

[@trentontanner524]

Haha yea

[@raygreene73]

It's a pleasure to a see such a hard working man in action

[@jmshay1s]

Thanks for helping out one of my fellow technicians. I'm pretty sure he is from further south so I don't know how he continued his day without getting back on I55 South. Luckily the weather hit on my days off but I know just about everyone working that day got stuck.

[@absoldati]

Loving your channel. My son and I watch your videos all the time. He loves your notification alert of the Larry the Cable Guy. Every time he hears it, he laughs so hard. Keep up the great work, and thank you for all you do out there.

[@arthurbiringer5676]

Stay warm, safe, and hydrated. Great work!

[@doozerakapuckfutin]

In south west England where I live we’ve not had any snow in years but when we do it’s time to stay in . All the best Ron .

[@miltoncallan1471]

Man VS the elements. Doesn't get any better than this. Stay safe guys!

[@danachappell3861]

Wow, Mrs. Pratt. Prayers are being sent for the teams safe return after that nasty crash. God bless. Thank you for the update.

[@mariyakilgore7416]

Thank you for all that you do. Appreciate the videos. It gives my kiddos something to watch on their downtime.

[@PepperLewisAndCo]

For some dang reason, my 6 month old daughter enjoys your videos, Ron.

[@nastyteir2808]

Its been a while since ive watched and im still impressed with the content. thank u

[@craigherrold564]

Hay Ron as I set and watch your videos that you put up is a wonderful experience for the people to see how life is day to day for you and your family. And even is the worst conditions you guys go out and help people. And like Christ does for us when we are in our worst conditions he is always there helping us through them. Thank you for you committed to help people. May God bless you and your family.

[@deliawood1]

I woke up this morning and the weather forecast was 19c to 33c . I felt like complaining about the heat then I watched your video. Stay safe and keep your heater turned up. Best wishes from Australia.🇦🇺

[@wolphin732]

9:30: your issue with not being able to see is you need to put on sun glasses (preferably polarized), and that will help with the glare from all the white and reflected light. It's something most please know that have to live with snow for much longer.

[@SuperPirate100]

Another interesting cvideo, it answered questions I had on how you keep going , snow chains , diff lock and that leg at the back of the truck to steady you whilst winching . Stay slow and safe

[@jeffreydennis6263]

Just wanted to say thank you for your videos from NY lol not the big city small town ,Thank you and GOD BLESS

[@JV-pu8kx]

It was definitely the battery getting cold. They drain faster the colder they get. When I'm out with my camer, I always carry a spare in my pocket to keep it warm. Obviously you can't as your hands are a bit busy. Perhaps if you could employ an external battery pack.... 😏

[@toddanddeborahmeabon4523]

Hi Ron, my wife are from Warren, Pennsylvania and we really enjoy watching and learning (from the couch):) lol all your videos . We like how you organize yourself and the gang and are respectful to everyone. I also like the methodology in which you approach most situations. Could I offer some advice? You had mentioned about the winch getting frozen. I am a mechanic and also a machinist by trade. I have a small tractor with a winch mounted on it and spray the cable and spool with FLUID FILM. I leave it outside in the rain and it does not rust or freeze. I use that stuff on everything from battery terminals to electrical contacts, connectors and anything that is subject to corrosion or rust. The best rust preventive and lubricant I have ever used and also if something needs worked on just simply wipe it off!!! It leaves a film on those areas. So I would use it in conjunction with your wire rope lubricant. On a different note: My wife and I are planning on a trip to Missouri in the next year or so to check out some resorts and would love to stop by the shop and maybe catch you and the crew. Take care and MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.

[@jimsvideos7201]

I can *feel* this weather in my soul, and I'm glad it was only sheetmetal and paperwork for those folks who rolled the dice and lost.

[@lomarothmund2177]

Been thinking this one was comming. True road warriors. I admit I did my part in helping you all, during the vortex. I hunkered down and stayed off the roads, out of you alls way. STAY BLESSED.

[@garrylechner2240]

I guess I'm jaded a bit but I still find it amazing how people react to snowy conditions across the country, I live and work inside Yellowstone national park and our surrounding communities can receive 2 feet of snow and temps well below zero with high winds and everything remains open and no closures. Granted we have the stray Californian come thru that slides off but snow is not new , it has snowed in the country for millions of years yet idiots still find a way to slide off and be fools.

[@Badger-w8u]

Ron , I am glad you are driving , and not me . I detest the snow and ice here in the uk . Stay safe .

[@kimwagoner1147]

Thank you for sharing your videos. You are my favorite channel. Thanks for being safe too. God Bless you and your family. Looks like Colorado Springs now. Blowing snow/ice.

[@ThatGuyJunJun]

Tough day at work on this one...but you and your crew we're a blessing for all of those people you helped.

[@BulletNoseBetty]

Wow! That weather is NASTY! Big prayers for Ron and crew. Stay safe.

[@nathanjones5653]

I tell you what, Ron has the grunting thing on point. Haha

[@mickeywalsh4470]

HI ron and team.Once again thank you doing videos working in very bad weather i really look forward to seeing your video.please keep yourself and team safe and god bless you.mickey from Ireland

[@albertalt4542]

That was a nasty couple of weeks. The cold is hard on everything.