Just a quick little tow of a Toyota Tacoma from a local dealership to the shop for some repairs, and an explanation of why I run the worst tow company ever
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@ryfish52 жыл бұрын
I had a friend that started a towing company and ended up doing almost nothing but high-end car dealership transfers. If you can find a niche and make yourself the go-to guy then you will be better off than the guy who runs himself ragged trying to do it all.
@shawndonnelly53172 жыл бұрын
Casey, you are right, you are not an "average" tow company. You are an above "average" tow company. Stay safe and keep up the good work!
@51WCDodge2 жыл бұрын
What you do do is: Work Safe, treat customers and thier property with respect, and are reliable. Everyone goes home at night satisfied. The importnace of that seems to escape many people.
@norcalray71822 жыл бұрын
You said DO DO. LOLOL
@David-hn5ry2 жыл бұрын
@@norcalray7182 I’m 12 I thought that was funny too.
@TowieHD2 жыл бұрын
Great video mate. I run a towing company and do accidents, off road, etc, but I do not do repo's or private property tow aways. Like yourself, quite happy with the market I have. Keep it safe brother
@richardelliott95112 жыл бұрын
It's SWEET to be in a position to be able to support yourself with that business plan. Most small businesses struggle to get enough work to stay afloat and can't afford to be choosy about the jobs they'll take.👍 And no matter what you say about being the worst tow company, it is very clear that you care about your customers and always go the extra mile to do the right thing for them and also to prevent damage to their vehicles. Can't wait to see the snow machine in action!
@stevenpike82372 жыл бұрын
you go out of business if you work for motor clubs. drove for 13 years in the Orlando area. motor clubs run you ragged and don't pay crap. When I was in Kissimee, Fl. They (AAA) $11.00 + mileage to the truck for a call You had to rely on 200 tire changes and jump starts a day just to float by. and when I had to pay a driver 25%. no money to be made and don't get me started on fuel cost....
@trd4d2 жыл бұрын
I enjoy the off-road part, but I have found that roadside assistance is a big part of what I do. I do it on my terms though. They call up and offer $25 for a jumpstart. I counteroffer, and they usually go with it. We have driven 150 miles to do a jumpstart 3 blocks from another company. Weird business.
@matthewshambler26442 жыл бұрын
Absolutely nothing wrong with specializing and “staying in your lane”. Keep doing your thing man!
@JB-ge3gi2 жыл бұрын
When you backed up to the car and made it like go to the song you have my sub that shit was dope😭
@twoallame2 жыл бұрын
Its called being a specialist. No one can tell what you should do.....working outside the box
@phillip.95242 жыл бұрын
Casey you once again answered all the questions without the need to ask. Logic prevails.
@donalddehaven32292 жыл бұрын
Why do people think they should tell you what jobs you should do? It’s your company. I’m impressed with how well you do your job and just enjoy watching you do it. Of course the scenery you show is also a big advantage. I’m in Pennsylvania so I never see what you see. Thanks for sharing and God Bless
@donstone4349 Жыл бұрын
I’ve never used Dollie’s,I appreciate you showing us .For what it’s worth,we don’t do roadside assistance,we only do police calls.I see why you have your nitch and do your best at that and seem to have a home life!That I admire.Be safe God bless and please keep posting
@lockedin602 жыл бұрын
There is enough pie to go around to all the different aspects of towing. You know your market. It fits your lifestyle and your niche. I don't see anything wrong with that. Right on Brother! Speak the truth!
@walthanas2 жыл бұрын
Sounds to me that being selective actually works to your advantage, be it in towing or in dating, for that matter! :-) You don't end up with what (or who) doesn't feel good, and you can stay true to yourself by only doing that kind of work that keeps you motivated and interested. Sounds like a win win situation to me!
@kevinbode64832 жыл бұрын
5 minutes of doing it right beats a whole day wasted in court.
@nbrowser2 жыл бұрын
Worst company eh? Picks it up on the primary drive axle to get it off the ground Dollies the front end cause he doesn't know the condition of the front end or if it's 2WD Secures it correctly for a shift distance tow. If that's the worst company ever...I'd hate to see how the bad ones treat the customers vehicles cause it sure as hell sounds like you give a crap about your customers and the vehicles you tow.
@51WCDodge2 жыл бұрын
The bad ones? There the one you see in the ditch, or in court being sued.
@1988dgs2 жыл бұрын
Bad one shows up with a forklift and rolls your car down the road
@paulbetka29662 жыл бұрын
35 yrs. 👍🏻 I just towed for friends. Bought & sold junk cars . SCRAP 💲💲💲
@danbywater63332 жыл бұрын
So Casey i love your channel and your work. I'm 60 yrs old I used to have a small scrap business where I would go get cars people had given me. With that being said brother. I feel you are giving up to much information to these people on here who want nothing except watching you fail stop telling these people everything. Quit worrying about these dumbasses who care nothing about you. These people love making you upset and seeing you all flustered. Stay strong and ignore the trolls
@1954shadow2 жыл бұрын
Plus, how many towing companies take the time to stop and smell the roses when they are out on a job, you do. We enjoy the tours of your neck of the woods, a bonus.
@gungadinn2 жыл бұрын
When I first started my tow company, I took any and all work with the exception of repossession work. If someone shoots at me, I'm shooting back, and it isn't worth the hassle. The second year in business, I dumped the auto clubs, as the only work I got from them was very late night, rainy nights, or cold weather hot shots, that their preferred companies didn't want to respond to for $14 (the price at the time). Plus it's difficult to keep drivers that earn 50% of the call for night time work. We didn't have rotations, but instead were assigned an area based on your yard location. The Police tow division would evaluate response times yearly and decide if another company was needed. Dealerships, and large tire-stores were the bread and butter work, but heavily discounted. The good thing about that work was they paid invoices weekly, so you weren't out your money very long. There were always Gypsy tow outfits looking to undercut you, but typically ended in a large damage claim that caused the customer ill will. Good you've found a niche market and are sticking to what works for you.
@Fasttowpro2 жыл бұрын
I had someone comment on my KZbin channel about how horrible of a tow company I was for a video I uploaded it was no need and arguing back and forth I do what I do and I stay in my Lane you just said the same exact thing I respect it because I understand it 🙌🏿 keep it going and stick to your niche nobody's paying your bills but you
@nascar100272 жыл бұрын
It’s a good thing you dolly stuff like this. I’ve been running auto loader for awhile now and throw dollies on a lot of stuff. These are required to be dollied. Even though it says it’s in “2wd” Toyota has an auto 4x4 setup that acts almost like all time AWD. Almost all Toyotas that are “4WD” need to be dollied!
@TomPeterson12 жыл бұрын
Came here to say this too. I have this same truck and it has to be dollied per Toyota’s manual. He did a perfect job!
@davidwoermansr2 жыл бұрын
He was getting a dig in on everyone that says it's faster to pick the front and pull the driveshaft
@sandralutz-rodriguez28642 жыл бұрын
first of all YOUR company, YOUR KZbin channel and YOU decide what goes on up. Your 10% market niche is 100% awesome and definitely the reason I follow your channel. All the haters and experts clapping back at you; screw them. I am here for the AWESOME content. I love your explanations, I always learn something new and the views and side trips are always worth it! Keep up the awesome content!
@GMoby2 жыл бұрын
ABSOLUTELY EVERYTHING SANDRA SAID !! YES !
@muhamadfadzlyshaharani57872 жыл бұрын
I am totally agree with your " Casey Dolly Policy". Why take a risk that you shouldn't at the first place. Right.? Anyway, Happy Independent Day to all my Malaysian friends.
@woody4u2472 жыл бұрын
Excellent policy to make sure all drive wheels are off the ground for towing. That's being professional. Many modern 4x4 are only lubricated by the rear output shaft & just because it rolls free... doesn't mean it's getting lubricated and/or not causing internal wear/damage. Same with some having vacuum hubs. Free rolling doesn't mean it's safe. a little extra work doing it right vs doing whats fast or easy eliminates bogus damage claims. :)
@crazeguy262 жыл бұрын
there's a pump in the transfer case the rear drive shaft has to spin for the pump to sent fluid to the bearings. if the transfer case is a manual shift you can put it in neuteul keep the transmission in park. it allow you to tow the truck home.
@davidwoermansr2 жыл бұрын
People are telling him picking the front and pulling the driveshaft is faster and that his aluminum dollies will melt down and aren't ment for highway speeds or long distance
@woody4u2472 жыл бұрын
@@davidwoermansr its not faster at all. Plus, once you pull driveline, you're supposed to replace the installation hardware ( u joint straps & bolts) many people don't.. but as a business.. it can be a point of liability because it could be argued that they stretched & failed after reinstalling. This practice is usually only done on heavy duty vehicles like semis, busses, or other class 5-8 vehicles. Drop shaft & the repair shop reinstalls them. If THEY don't use new hardware . It's their liability. But dropping shafts on light duty towing is rare. Usually only if it's going a long distance @ highway speeds. Casey has done a video doing a 600 mile tow in dollies for all the skeptics... but not every dollie manufacturer says that's ok. They limit speed & distance because those little dollie tires & bearings are spinning 1.5 to twice the speed of the tow truck wheels & many can't take that. Long distance is usually done on flatbed by most companies for that reason.. Casey it's actually doing it the correct way.. even for a short local tow. Even if it was an older truck capable of doing it safely... the tow company doesn't know the mechanical condition of that truck..it COULD have a preexisting driveline problem & now they try to blame the tow company, even though they didn't damage it.. it's a sad world, but because so many aren't honest.. you gotta CYA ( cover your ass) & do it... but Casey is doing it correctly.
@davidwoermansr2 жыл бұрын
@@woody4u247 oh I know he's doing it right if he wasn't he'd be out of business there's just so many people telling him everything he's doing wrong when they have no clue WTF they're talking about
@mrpatrickwilson12 жыл бұрын
Nice explanation. Stay safe out there.
@bobbyt2657 Жыл бұрын
Forget the truck you towed ... I see the important thing here ... The Riley seat !!!!
@BillSprague2 жыл бұрын
You’ve found a market and it works. Stick to your expertise! Well done.
@michaelcook1842 жыл бұрын
You do what you want to do which makes you and family happy nobody else matters
@ronnolan19582 жыл бұрын
I always like your theory about your towing.👍🇨🇦
@pennypackmtb25422 жыл бұрын
Seen so many tow companies drag cars. I believe when in doubt take the safer road. You're cool with me.
@ryebarrell18692 жыл бұрын
I think that you put it very well, plus it is a bonus when your toys ( aka Equipment) can make you money and have fun while doing it!
@Torsee2 жыл бұрын
Slick system! Five minutes awesome! Wise about lifting all four!
@westcoastbronco2 жыл бұрын
As a tow company owner I like that you do whats fit you best. I've watched a bunch of your videos and I think your work great.
@rogermontee82642 жыл бұрын
You do what you want and that is plain and simple.So that’s the way it is.Thanks for sharing.☺️☺️☺️👍👍👍👍
@woodyholland98652 жыл бұрын
If it ani't broke, don't fix it. Do what works for you!
@junkyardhillbilly2 жыл бұрын
I think that was a great idea doing it the way you did it because you're right you don't know that vehicle keep up the great videos
@charlesahon2 жыл бұрын
Glad you found your niche and are working it.
@nathankirschbaum38562 жыл бұрын
Everyone has there own preferences on how they do things.
@mrchitownboi2.6742 жыл бұрын
Invincible Towing LLC approves your ending statement Casey 💪🏿💪🏿💪🏿💪🏿 gotta find what's works best for you in your area or market
@brucesaunders7282 жыл бұрын
Nice to see a man happy with what he does.
@paulschilens23372 жыл бұрын
Man you’re making a living and getting dissed because of how you want to make it. Keep up the good work! 👍
@davidwoermansr2 жыл бұрын
Some people just can't be happy for a guy who can run his business his way and make it and be happy they want it done their way so you're always stressed struggling and don't know if you're going to be able to pay the bills next month
@autumn7ful25 күн бұрын
It’s your company and you can do what you want. Plus I love your channel because you Don’t to traditional towing. You are much more fun to watch because you do what you want.
@spiderlily45292 жыл бұрын
You don't need or have to explain yourself to anyone your real subscribers love watching the videos for what they are👍🤗
@dalelc43 Жыл бұрын
You have had the benefit of the explanations, now allow others. Everyone that hits the subscribe button is a real subscriber, no other things are required. 🙄
@d00z3r2 жыл бұрын
you may not do 90% of what the other companies do, but you will do the 10% that they dont...... like you said you do the off road stuff, heck even Matt wont send a roll back down a dirt road (well 99% of the time, there is a few exceptions..... lol)
@towtruckaj2 жыл бұрын
There is a clear difference between stupidity and taking on work that others don't want/can't do, As for the dirt road, I will go down any respectable dirt road no problem, Muddy bullshit, soft dirt or grass, etc absolutely not it's just utter stupidity for me to even think of bringing my 150k truck off on soft material that I know it's going to sink in, You have to have specialized equipment for specialized tasks, I have a specialized recovery truck for working from solid ground, I don't have a skid steer with a winch box, I don't have a 4wd mud truck with a winch, so offroad would be stupid for me to do, That is where guys like matt or casey come in, If that's the avenue they want to venture down and they have the equipment they are comfortable bringing in those environments then they can take that work that myself and many others won't do and aren't equipped to do.
@davidwoermansr2 жыл бұрын
@@towtruckaj Matt has several other wreckers rollbacks and employees that do the bulk of his business it's just not interesting content for his show he's even got roadside assistance vans for jumps lockouts fuel and such Windsor towing has a pretty good fleet
@towtruckaj2 жыл бұрын
@@davidwoermansr fraud comes in all shapes and sizes, like I said I’m not accusing him of fraud, that’s already been done I’m just saying his business and fleet from face value alone doesn’t act as a defense against the claims, at the end of the day the burden of proof is on the accuser whoever is making the accusations has to prove the claim otherwise he’s innocent in the eyes of the law. However I have witnessed fraud occur in rather successful looking businesses with similar fleets and so I won’t rule it out as a possibility.
@davidwoermansr2 жыл бұрын
@@towtruckaj I wasn't accusing anyone of fraud so many people compare Matt and Casey and don't realize how big Matt's company really is all they know about is the off-road stuff when Matt himself has said it's less than 10 percent of his company's income if you look on his vehicles they are Windsor towing but he named his channel to where it would grab off road fanatics attention no fraud there he's 1 of the best people I've ever met I don't think he's capable of fraud
@bladewiper2 жыл бұрын
With the dollies they can't even blame you for tire damage. Like 2 months later "oh my god you drove a piece of rebar and broke a belt in my tire, I want a new tire".
@benkanobe75002 жыл бұрын
Great that you know who your customers are. Focus leads to success.
@SpencerTheLandscaper Жыл бұрын
I dont have a towing business...yet (considering it) but i have a landscaping one. I was the guy who tried to do everything and was run down and worn out. Learning now niche are far better.
@larrye27492 жыл бұрын
Casey, can you provide a link for the ratchet straps that you use that go over the wheels and hook to the trailer or support close by? thanks
@wyattfamily89972 жыл бұрын
The businesses thatgo bankrupt are those that attempt to do everything, speaciality businesses are usually profitable as they are very good/efficient/profitable in their area.
@MJPeddler2 жыл бұрын
I'll never judge the professional choices you have to make. Do what you enjoy, and you'll never work a day in your life!
@Michael-pp8lz2 жыл бұрын
Interested to see what was wrong with it. Those tacomas are very reliable and not prone to engine issues, especially for a 2018 model like that
@davidwoermansr2 жыл бұрын
There was probably nothing wrong with it the shop he towed it to specializes in modifications lift kits stuff like that they did the 4x4 conversion in his tow truck someone probably bought it from that dealership and had it sent right to the other to get modified for what he wanted
@rustynails96592 жыл бұрын
You did a good job. With that truck you don’t have to shake it off with no keys.
@glensmith7662 жыл бұрын
How DARE you find a niche in your market, understand it, and fulfill the needs of that niche! Refer customers to your competition, expect that they will refer customers your way in return?!?!? I am SO disappointed (that other companies don't follow your lead.)
@peterselten5002 жыл бұрын
Some just have to complain your happy doing it your way an making a living thats all that matters
@scotmills6590 Жыл бұрын
Keep up the good work love the videos
@barneygirl9643Ай бұрын
Great video, You Do You!👍😎 Whatever makes you money and happy! Keep up the great work and stay safe out there!❤️🙏
@n9mxq2 жыл бұрын
People are actually upset you have a business model that works for you and you stick to it?? Geesh
@otownf15032 жыл бұрын
Reminds me of a company up here in Ontario Canada that also has a niche. Theirs is flatbed work for containers, rental equipment and other misc equipment.
@alexeatonexploresamerica55112 жыл бұрын
You should try to tow a DEAN SMITH. That is the heaviest load you can ever pull
@t.l.robinson21622 жыл бұрын
You own your company. You have a right to turn down any jobs that you please.
@towstartowz2 жыл бұрын
Everybody wants to be a super tower in the comments, your happy with working and going the extra mile to prevent secondary damage claims, good for you!
@jjtt7408 Жыл бұрын
SMART MOVE / DONE THE RIGHT WAY / NO DAMAGE / KEEP DOING THINGS RIGHT AND YOU WILL SAVE YOURSELF FROM A LAWSUIT
@michaelmcclure86732 жыл бұрын
Like you said, most rotation calls are cut rate calls.
@johnmccaughan41952 жыл бұрын
Ain't it amazing how many folks want to tell you, how to run your business.
@davidwoermansr2 жыл бұрын
And most of them never worked for themselves they've always had a boss telling them what tow to do maybe they just want to be a boss
@kevinsolomon34332 жыл бұрын
You own a business and are successful so i would say keep doing you and and let people on the road know to MTFO when you see any tow truck on the side of the road
@jessepitt2 жыл бұрын
I’m a general contractor but I stick to my niche too. It’s better for everyone involved.
@allanrilling69902 жыл бұрын
Well said and smart. Cheers.
@johndonovan70182 жыл бұрын
i was ready to type off an essay of satan at you for not using a flat bad but the dolleys saved you.
@markcaldwell12452 жыл бұрын
Very nice I like that setup. Considering I have kids that will be of driving age soon that is the way to go. Great job.
@4knanapapa Жыл бұрын
The great thing about owning you own company, you can run it the way it works best for you, ie how many tow trucks have a child seat in the back, as always Casey great video.
@gayle48042 жыл бұрын
I love what you said you're right it's your company you do what you wanna do not what other big companies want
@davidwoermansr2 жыл бұрын
Most the people talking smack just work for a big company they don't own it and probably have no idea how the company is run other than they get told what to do and how to do it so it must be the right and only way
@keithdemers60682 жыл бұрын
Sounds like you have things figured out. Absolutely nothing wrong with staying within a niche market. I know a number of people with the same business strategy who are very successful.
@davidwoermansr2 жыл бұрын
He was getting a dig in on all the guys working for a tow company that said if he was scared to get cars along the highway because people are stupid and don't slow down and move over and almost hit you that he wasn't fit for towing and should find other work
@falcon85532 жыл бұрын
Truly enjoy your videos! Had to subscribe and personalize. 👽
@edwinschlee83742 жыл бұрын
Sounds like to me you are a good tow truck company that does his own thing! That was the same way I ran my business several years ago!
@Mr.Chick3n Жыл бұрын
this is my dream job lol. im just starting out with AAA and will save for a truck while getting paid training lol.
@johnsmart35872 жыл бұрын
Good deal, stay true to your self, thanks.
@thunderroad72892 жыл бұрын
You made a new fan. I wish guys did like you do
@keeptrukin4202 жыл бұрын
Dude loading cars w no keys on a flatbed can b such a pain in the ass sometimes. Unless it’s an impound lol
@gold5th2 жыл бұрын
Lol.. try no keys, no wheels onto to a flat deck trailer.. never mind a roll back :P But then again most of those are going for scrap so if you dent them no biggie.
@keeptrukin4202 жыл бұрын
@@gold5th how tf u even get it on there? I mainly run auto club in and upscale area of San Diego so I can’t dent a damn thing lol
@gold5th2 жыл бұрын
@@keeptrukin420 I almost never dent them just cause there's no need to. But use a combination of floor jack/jack-all, lift the front end up put the frame on jack stands back the trailer under it, drop the a-arms/rotors(what ever hangs lower) onto skids, jack the read end, jack stand as far back as possible, winch the trailer under the vehicle, then drop the rear onto the trailer. If it's got a smooth belly or decent frame rails to slide on without getting hung up and it's literally going for scrap I might not lift the rear and just drag it up.
@rodmackinnon84972 жыл бұрын
What I can't figure, is a new Toyota Tacoma broke down . . . does that really happen? Great video, explains my last question. Cheers.
@woodyholland98652 жыл бұрын
Probably broken computer crap!
@SeanONeill13 Жыл бұрын
Do you ever take pictures of before and after just in case of a complaint?
@CaseyLaDelle Жыл бұрын
Every single tow
@1954shadow2 жыл бұрын
You don’t have to be the biggest, but, you can be the bestest.
@djhoisington13502 жыл бұрын
You do you if someone else has a problem with that that's their problem not yours be safe have fun and enjoy your work and remember if you like what you do it's not work
@sornery2 жыл бұрын
Did you say that you used to lowbed around Northern Cal? I have lowbeded out of Red Bluff 199? until 2012.
@CaseyLaDelle2 жыл бұрын
Yes, I was over in Mendocino county
@sornery2 жыл бұрын
@@CaseyLaDelle I drove for Cumptons for 38 years, time to quit bouncing down the road. it is a pleasure to watch a man who is good at his job.
@Kubie212 жыл бұрын
Hey Man, I think you did a great job. Should think about adding taking photos before towing each vehicle. It will save you big down the road. Photos for people who report damage after a tow is going off right now due to lack of income and more protection is great. A photo can easily prove you didnt do the damage. Pick up and drop off done and done.
@davidwoermansr2 жыл бұрын
He usually does
@randytravis39982 жыл бұрын
Casey you could have made that a challenge you could have parked the truck the other direction ,, lol .. what you do by yourself for towing is good if you did what the other bigger company's do then you need another truck and driver or 2 more with calls coming in at any hour day and night .. you forget what sleep is ..then your busy with upkeep on tow rigs ,, never no free time .. so the way you are doing it in my thought is great .. it works for you .. thumbs up on the video ..
@johnloughrey94852 жыл бұрын
It puts the bumper up higher. That's a good thing.
@xbrizzcakez2 жыл бұрын
Efficiency bothers a lot of people, some are impressed with speed only. Stay in your niche, quality over quantity...
@glb9024 Жыл бұрын
Seems like a well thought out plan.
@topeliteautosale76582 жыл бұрын
what camera did you used or where did you get that onr
@CaseyLaDelle2 жыл бұрын
GoPro Hero 9 black
@longviewstud262 жыл бұрын
Nicely done 😎
@williamkeehn36372 жыл бұрын
Have you made an actual video on dolly's themselves because because I guess I'm old school pick up one end put things together and put it down on the dollys
@CaseyLaDelle2 жыл бұрын
No, but I should probably do that
@DavidS-iw4ei2 жыл бұрын
You did a great job.
@gibfkn2 жыл бұрын
Awesome, you need to make some off road recovery videos!
@CaseyLaDelle2 жыл бұрын
I make a bunch of them
@gibfkn2 жыл бұрын
@@CaseyLaDelle my bad, I just didn't look hard enough.
@51-FS2 жыл бұрын
What kinda toe lights u use?
@CaseyLaDelle2 жыл бұрын
Towmate
@rustygayler94352 жыл бұрын
I wonder if you have done off road recovery, as far south as Klamath Falls
@CaseyLaDelle2 жыл бұрын
I've gone way farther than that
@rustygayler94352 жыл бұрын
@@CaseyLaDelle ha ha ha , I know who to call if I get stuck again, down in the Klamath River Canyon
@lasthenryhenry7512 Жыл бұрын
I watch your videos all the time they're not only entertaining but they're very educational and you're just like a you got your s*** going on that's a so yep I like watching your videos if I ever get stuck over than that area out in the wilderness I will call you
@tombratton31962 жыл бұрын
Well not taking on all kinds of jobs keeps you from stepping on the other companies "tows" ;)
@yungtran223Ай бұрын
Where kind of tow dolly kit is that?
@dfalstaff12 жыл бұрын
Not like the others is why I watch you. And your in Oregon.