Unloading a brand new CAT 988 ( long version )

[@wmden1]

As others have commented, this is a lot of heavy, physical work, and mental work, also, not to mention the responsibility for the super expensive equipment and his own safety. If this fellow did the camera work, too, this had to take a lot more than 37 and 1/2 minutes. Dude did a great job. I will be 72 next week, and arthritic, to some degree. Just dragging the heavy chains around, and rigging, would get me in 10 minutes. I thought, the whole time, he needs some, even semi-competent, help. One man, driving the truck, operating the loader, doing all of the logistics and physicals of loading and securing, un securing and unloading, almost all heavy work, blows my mind, a little. I also think,. as others, that he is truly, maybe more than, earning whatever he is being paid.

[@luckybananaheavyhaul3407]

Thank you for the kind words 😊 A job like this usually takes about 2 hours but that would make for a very long video!

[@wmden1]

@@luckybananaheavyhaul3407 I was pretty sure of that. Two hours is still pretty good. Keep safe.

[@andrep8287]

@wmden1...i concur with your comment. Arthritis has also got me to stop driving (the legs/knees ain't cooperating ...can't climb into trucks anymore}, but after 2.5 mio kms (*) since 1986 of flat-deck & vans for Kleysen Transport cross Canada; tri-axle van LTL loads ON to Maritimes for U-Can/Universal, both as O/O, 2,5 yrs of city P&D in the GTHA, followed by 18 yrs of part-time drive-away/tow-away deliveries, incl. piggy-back combos and over-dimensional mobile cranes US & Canada, I've done my share of CMV-driving (I do miss it, though)...and, Happy Birthday...I beat you by a year, though....LOL. (*) = self-taught, accident & claims-free! @luckybananaheavyhaul340.7...My compliments, Duke, for all your videos, but this particular one was especially interesting, as i often wondered how the unloading (& loading, yet to be watched) process works and, also how the boosters are hooked-up or -off. I also wonder how/when you find the time to edit the videos.....or do you do that for an hour here and there in the sleeper while on the road? No matter, which way, can you elaborate a) what kind of cameras you use (go_pro or Insta360) and how much time it takes to edit an average (length) video?

[@wmden1]

@@andrep8287 I understand that; can't climb into the cab, and have the same problem, to a degree, with my personal F250, but I can manage it, at present. An OTR, big rigg, truck would be a different story. Getting old is not for wussies. Thanks for the kind, interesting, reply. Keep hanging in there.

[@josephvantreeck2989]

Interesting to see how much is involved with this process and how much responsibility the driver has in prepping the rig for transit. Thx for taking us along.

[@rgarlinyc]

What a beast - and so too the one who carried it in the first place! Amazing!

[@Kacknacker27]

Tabernac! That’s a lot of complicated work for one man to do and remember. Wouldn’t want to be having a bad day or feeling shitty with that responsibility. Great job.

[@luckybananaheavyhaul3407]

I live for the challenge. Thanks for the comment ✌️

[@marcwesley8513]

This guy sure knows his way around this rig, great to “WATCH” a pro do the job, no bs, no story telling, no stupid music, just methodical, systematic get-er-done…smartwork….very cool engineering of these heavy haul units and kudos to those operating and maintaining them… job well….oh yeh, I hope they pay you well for this, if not, I’ll put in a good word for ya….Great video…. oh, to those that “think” they can do that job better….where’s your heavy haul You Tube channel…..shut-the-F@*k up. Bro….Stay safe out there…

[@luckybananaheavyhaul3407]

About the pay I’ll send you my boss’ number lol. I’m just happy I get to do what I love. Thanks for the kind comments 😊

[@Kenny-z9p]

And that’s the way it’s done buy the book .excellent job . Thanks for letting us ride along at you.

[@Joe1935429]

Don't you love it when a guy just flat-out knows what he is doing, big stuff to the smallest detail?

[@luckybananaheavyhaul3407]

Don’t worry this guy makes his share of mistakes 🤣 But thanks ✌️

[@Joe1935429]

@@luckybananaheavyhaul3407 cheap shot.

[@andrep8287]

@@luckybananaheavyhaul3407....self-recognition is always the best medicine 😉, and confirms you're a true professional.

[@MichaelWilliams-mw7xn]

Doug you're an absolute professional. If it was me I'm driving over all the lumber.😂

[@ronaldsummons6100]

watching you connect and disconnect the equipment is extremely interesting. thanks

[@robertt6292]

Excellent. The cover over the exhaust was the sign of a real equipment mover.

[@luckybananaheavyhaul3407]

I know a lot of guys don’t. There is a big debate about if it’s really necessary with the new models of equipment. It is this company’s policy to cover all exhausts so I do.

[@robertt6292]

It is cheap and easy insurance to prevent engine damage.

[@allanpeters4403]

Don't miss a step and safety first - you are a PRO!!! - Tks for sharing!!

[@luckybananaheavyhaul3407]

Thanks for the nice comment ✌️

[@lloydedwards8038]

Mr Bellemare driver/operator this evidently is not your 1st rodeo. Congrats guy you're very good at your job!

[@luckybananaheavyhaul3407]

Thank you sir!

[@hansrajbissessar9098]

Everything was done in sequence, well done 👏.

[@mikesahle1193]

Thank you 🙏 great 👍 work out 💪 for daily ❤👏👏👏👍🎥👋and nice loader CAT.

[@luckybananaheavyhaul3407]

Sorry you watched the old version. Tomorrow I am re-publishing this video with added explanations!

[@mikesahle1193]

@@luckybananaheavyhaul3407 love ❤️ working hard 😓👍

[@Darkrif1957]

Great job mate., they sure make it hard for you guys in Canada and the States, In Australia your job would have been done with a Drake 100 t 4 rows of 8 and 2 rows of 2 Dolly , Drive on drive off but spose we have a lot less traffic and big wide open country. All the best mate and come to Aus one day lots of heavy hallage jobs here👍

[@luckybananaheavyhaul3407]

I would love to visit Aus and try trucking there! Our biggest problem in North America are all the low bridges. That’s why we can’t use the same trailers as you guys

[@buddybresett8356]

Very precise work. Great work by the driver.

[@gwharton68]

Great video. Its great that you had a very large space to work in.

[@richardberube3195]

Impressionnant mon ami, un vrai champ continues et merci pour les vidéos...

[@ridgec5670]

Lots of work and you know exactly what to do. Add to it the outstanding video work.

[@luckybananaheavyhaul3407]

Thank you! 😊

[@ChinaTruckMayhem]

I really like people who work hard and carefully, this guy follows and performs each step in turn and accurately and that helps him complete his task well, I wish this guy always lucky and happy

[@johnhenrick2298]

An interesting and intricate job. Hard work. Could have used some help. Doug really knows his job. I'm retired, now, but if I could start again I'd choose heavy equipment instead of mindless, boring masonry work.

[@eguardosanchez4824]

Thank god they have the flags on the machine … I would have never seen it otherwise

[@luckybananaheavyhaul3407]

As useless as your opinion is your comment helps my algorithm so thank you ✌️

[@rogerpeed7920]

Yeesh! Don't think I would've seen it either. They need to make them alittle larger😂

[@bufaloembalao6485]

Compañero, Buen currante,Cuídate,si señor, Saludos,merecida birra 💪💪🍺🍺

[@davidbrugman2171]

I operated a 988 way back mid 80s for a few years. I loved it. What a blast 👍🏻

[@luckybananaheavyhaul3407]

Beast of a machine

[@davidbrugman2171]

Yes it sure was. Loaded a two trailers for semis with just two buckets .yes it was a definite beeast. 👍🏻

[@laakona8381]

I learned to operate a 988 at Bently Warren Trucking, Ipswich MA in 1984. Best employer I ever had. Now he has a Biker Saloon on Rte 1 in Maine.

[@carlbenj1668]

I did to in rock mine in FL 2 buckets get your butt going I got 50 more to load

[@EfficientRVer]

@@laakona8381 Did you ever load or truck any gravel out of a little quarry by the skydiving airport in Pepperell? I think he might have owned or operated part of that operation. I never met him personally, but at least got a quote from his company for either gravel building a driveway, or hard pack topping it, or gravel to level an area of yard , or bringing/placing some boulders for a retaining wall around that. Not positive I used him for any of it, but I think I did, for at least one of those 4 things in the 1986-88 timeframe. I remember finding out that he was an Indy Car driver among other things.

[@beckycastillo1411]

He is a very smart man to do all that.🙂

[@mikeyoung5211]

It's good that you have a loader to help your work

[@korhing1066]

Absolutely a Professional at work Thank You for Sharing

[@luckybananaheavyhaul3407]

Thank you. If you guys keep watching, I’ll keep making these videos 😊

[@normand7413]

Very professional driver and I like the way you protected the windshields and nice helmet ⛑ ⛑ from a 45 years retired driver i live 10 minutes from the yard where you drop off the the trailers

[@luckybananaheavyhaul3407]

Thank you for the nice comment 😊✌️

[@oldpete3153]

Thanks for the great video...having said that I don't miss that job but still like watching others now that I'm retired.

[@luckybananaheavyhaul3407]

I got a few years left to go 😅. It’s the kind of job you do because you love it. No other reason makes any sense.

[@rayingram9843]

@@luckybananaheavyhaul3407 🎉😢

[@williamscott536]

@@luckybananaheavyhaul3407 Ikikkijygcbv

[@Hooverdarnit]

He made it look easy because he usually does it blindfolded.

[@luckybananaheavyhaul3407]

Haha. It’s not that bad. Just need to visualize which steps go in what order.

[@DaleDirt]

Wow , that was awesome , that trailer is amazing , you are in the top of your game working a rig like that , very complicated , Thank you .

[@luckybananaheavyhaul3407]

Thanks for following 😊

[@Megatron80]

Saw this on the back of a cab on a rig pulling heavy equipment. "Hard way too make easy money."

[@luckybananaheavyhaul3407]

Yes it pays better than regular transport but not enough for what we deal with everyday. The guys who get into heavy haul just for the money don’t last.

[@johnmccart2365]

Very nice video Doug. It’s almost a two man job moving the blocks!!

[@luckybananaheavyhaul3407]

Some people pay to go to the gym 🤪

[@SteamCrane]

@@luckybananaheavyhaul3407 GeorgeFoster has volunteered to move them!

[@butchs6099]

Dispatch wants to know how soon you can get back to the CAT Plant. They got another 88 to move going to the same place. Oh, and just use those permits over again! 😂

[@denisdunn-ie5nu]

Bravo au très bon chauffeur de même qu’un bon réalisateur de vidéo. Bellemare Transport en est sûrement très fier 👍👍

[@luckybananaheavyhaul3407]

Merci ☺️

[@Ivansgarage]

We are watching your every move, you scratch it you buy it... that's what they told me when I hauled new cars...

[@luckybananaheavyhaul3407]

Just because it’s a gravel digger doesn’t give us permission to damage it. Our company motto is we let the customer put the first scratches on them.

[@rogerpeed7920]

Alot of these yards have shops who can make minor repairs, thereby avoiding a claim

[@georgebubuik137]

//yogi bare//says you have done an excellent job of delivering that Big Machine, all by yourself young fella . 10 out of 10. never even heard you curse once .🐻

[@luckybananaheavyhaul3407]

Haha as for the curse words I do my own video editing 🤣

[@haughie61]

well done, a lotta work on your own

[@luckybananaheavyhaul3407]

Don’t need a gym membership 🤣✌️

[@guenetteworks]

Belle Job! (Nice Job!) Il faut être patient et méticuleux pour rien oublier....😀 (You have to be patient and meticulous so you don" forget anything...) Bravo!

[@luckybananaheavyhaul3407]

Exactement, les bonnes étapes en bonne ordre pour être efficace! Merci pour la commentaire ✌️

[@CasaZaragoza-q9s]

Muy bien echó amigo felicitaciones por tu buen trabajo , 😊😊😊 😮😮😮

[@dirtfarmer7472]

I’m from Oklahoma, when I 1st started driving I always thought that I would like to do heavy haul, ended up doing hazmat. Most of the fellows I have seen they load up the jeep not the booster, oh well 1 is as good as the other. I do have a question where do you work, that might make a difference. Thank you Sir for your video, very nice.

[@luckybananaheavyhaul3407]

Personal choice. I prefer to load the booster because there are less steps involved if you need to back up with just the jeep. With the booster on the ground you need to get out, walk back and fight with the locking pin in order to back up

[@michaeleckstaller3223]

Absoluter Vollprofi, Respekt ! 👍👍

[@shamskachooey9485]

your work so nice lookalike army people you have discipline nice job god bless you be safe ,thank you

[@luckybananaheavyhaul3407]

Thank you for the nice comment 😊

[@louisebrown2887]

You really know your rig well Tks for the video

[@brandonreeves5979]

That was badass how you pulled the beam and booster out with the truck. Very cool! #slickasowlshit

[@luckybananaheavyhaul3407]

Work smarter not harder! Beats lugging blocks sometimes. Thanks for watching 😊

[@brandonreeves5979]

@@luckybananaheavyhaul3407 yeah you’re night lying. You are welcome sir.

[@andrep8287]

@@luckybananaheavyhaul3407 ,,,question when pulling the beam/booster out: is the bogey equipped with automatic brake-cagers? ...as in, normally when you disconnect the supply airline, the parking brakes apply. Considering you hooked the pull-chains to the tractor-bumper, how did you release the parking brakes (or, can you supply air to release the parking brakes from the brake-chambers?)..

[@luckybananaheavyhaul3407]

@andrep8287 before disconnecting I install a ball valve on the emergency brake glad hand keeping the air in the system to keep the parking brake released.

[@GranthamShaw]

The loader in the Background is an International Harvester 560 Wheel Loader, noted by the white cab assembly and engine covering. Prior to International, this loader was known as Hough Loaders, then International bought Hough, then Dresser Industries bought the remaining pieces of International after Komatsu destroyed what was left of International Harvester.

[@Padoinky]

Seems like a pretty unusual place (aka desolate) to be dropping off a multi-million dollar piece of heavy equipment

[@Speedo123100]

Desolate, there's a cell tower beside the lot.

[@willb3018]

That old loader in the background almost looks like a toy compared to the one just delivered.

[@michaelthayer643]

Nice video. Some assembly required!

[@larrygreenwood9044]

A very professional job👍

[@luckybananaheavyhaul3407]

Thank you sir 😊

[@EpicATrain]

I hope you get paid serious money for everything you do. That's nuts

[@Johnx961]

Quite a complicated job this man knows his stuff.

[@rodolfoplasencia9739]

He's probably the Owner lol.

[@mostlyinterested1016]

What a monster that thing is.

[@Mr21011952]

I wondered how they loaded and unloaded those big machines

[@DavidLeane-cp2lz]

How we do it in Australia is about 1/10 th the amount of work and about 1/4 of the time. I assume it has to be done this way to keep the height down and spread the axles out more for bridge loading.

[@luckybananaheavyhaul3407]

You are exactly right

[@tonyfreeman5048]

That's a awesome piece of equipment I just don't like the joystick controls I want a steering wheel. There ok once you get used to them but I want a wheel

[@luckybananaheavyhaul3407]

More and more like a video game

[@louisebrown2887]

You are excellent at what you do Tks for the video

[@mikescaffo4850]

What a beautiful beast

[@fatahdz1065]

From Algeria 🇩🇿🇩🇿🇩🇿 with respecr👏👏👏👏👏👍👍👍👍👍

[@sawboneiomc8809]

I found if I’m doing flatbed work I’ll get me a set of soccer shin guards.....it saved a lot of injuries to my shins,

[@flyboy6876]

Love a beam trailer, but hate all the bloody timber that you have to carry to get it on and off

[@luckybananaheavyhaul3407]

If you wanna do the big Tonkas you gotta get on a beam. Especially on the east coast.

[@santiagopedrazadeleon1633]

Para maniobras de maquinaria pesada eres un genio, te ganaste un 10. Saludos desde México. Dios te bendiga.

[@jacobhaagerup7816]

When the load is the loader...

[@danielkennedy1524]

Great video! A real Pro!!!

[@lowboy1one1]

Great video!! I like working alone also, even tho its a pain sometimes.

[@luckybananaheavyhaul3407]

I don’t mind taking the time it takes when the weather is nice. When it’s raining or blowing I don’t mind a helper tho lol!

[@giork2828]

Can't wait to see the short version of this unload. Betcha just flip it on its side 🎉

[@luckybananaheavyhaul3407]

🤣🤣🤣✌️

[@nigelhales874]

You're a amazing guy a professional operator /driver I am from UK England just started watching you Good self iam a retired international truck driver

[@luckybananaheavyhaul3407]

Welcome to the channel!

[@jesusm2159]

How long it take to do all this work?

[@luckybananaheavyhaul3407]

Usually takes 2-3 hours

[@jamiegibson1010]

My friend, you are a true professional in every sense of the word. Stay safe.

[@Rodavxvxo]

Top Video 🎥 👍Top Truck 👍

[@JesusGalarza-m1v]

Wow, a lot work, for one person,

[@trevorkorevaar2450]

shipper/receiver... oh hi driver we need that there 988 at are other yard 5km down the road so go ahead and load back up and ill see you tomorrow cuz its 430 and i go home at 5

[@luckybananaheavyhaul3407]

Pretty sure I would just drive it 5km 🤣 🙈

[@DannyKnisley-v6s]

Wow that takes all day unhooking and hooking up

[@luckybananaheavyhaul3407]

It is a big job!

[@jeroen1836]

Top one man show 👍👍👍👍👏👏👏👊👊👊

[@luckybananaheavyhaul3407]

Thanks ✌️

[@artagain8977]

I have this machine in 1/14 scale. Weighs 52lbs. Remote control.

[@clashofclanrailer6597]

Great job 👏.

[@DanielLampere]

nice nice run through with the whole unload sequence , I don't hurry either , just have a pattern of moves Ihat I go through on my daily lowboy loads that actually minimize any waste , mostly paving related , asphalt buggies , wirtgen mills , rollers , excavators & misc , some side dump or super solo mixed in , been rockin it for 30+yrs with some type of truckin hauls but love being the person now for equipment moves , never seems to get too old..haha...look me up if rounding your way to the pacific nw maybe .....DL

[@luckybananaheavyhaul3407]

That’s why I love this job! Every trip there’s something different!

[@SteamCrane]

Amazing how those 988's have grown! The loader in the background looks to be an early one. Great video!

[@luckybananaheavyhaul3407]

Every model gets beefier. These K’ and the XE’s are big pieces

[@SteamCrane]

@@luckybananaheavyhaul3407 There was a time when 992's were manageable pieces.

[@luckybananaheavyhaul3407]

Now they are only manageable in pieces 🤣

[@johnpenner7404]

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[@GranthamShaw]

The loader in the Background is an International Harvester 560 Wheel Loader, noted by the white cab assembly and engine covering. Prior to International, this loader was known as Hough Loaders, then International bought Hough, then Dresser Industries bought the remaining pieces of International after Komatsu destroyed what was left of International Harvester.

[@janetgalyean5420]

Great job. All this to not have to use a height pole car. But I say again good job love you're videos and no disrespect intended. 😀

[@luckybananaheavyhaul3407]

If only. These loads still require a height pole. Believe it or not we still hit wires in NY state. The northeast is a pain for height. All this to have a better routing. Thanks for watching 😊

[@tractorboy31]

Um you took the back dolley off why not stack the front jeep (or whatever its called) on as well. Interesting getting trl out from under. How you load it though special area or just back it on with wood the entire way?

[@luckybananaheavyhaul3407]

Loading we usually get another loader or forklift to push the trailer under. Those 12 x 12 hardwood blocks are heavy and it’s a lot of work to put wood all the way. I only removed the back dolley because my annual permit allows me up to 30 meters long in Quebec. By only removing the back dolley I’m short enough to move legally without additional permit and escorts.

[@tractorboy31]

@@luckybananaheavyhaul3407 k thanks

[@matthewfenley5821]

Always knew it's a process to move one of these things... didn't really to this extent... Nice to watch a guy actually doing something instead of people just talking acting like they are

[@landryabraham642]

Cat What a beast 💪🏿💪🏿

[@mjk8710]

Bloody good show low boy driver! perfect work performance well executed 💯👈🏻🫵🏻🇬🇧

[@luckybananaheavyhaul3407]

Thank you sir 😊

[@clauditube12]

This is two man job here. I gave up on lowboy because there are lot of work into it and you have to do it alone most of time.

[@luckybananaheavyhaul3407]

I agree for safety reasons. Accidents can happen, wooden blocks can break, a foot can slip. Unfortunately these companies are all about safety until they can save some money.

[@andrep8287]

@@luckybananaheavyhaul3407 ...touché!

[@danielmacdonald2542]

And that how it's done 👍

[@Jeffro97]

Wonderful vid. Very interesting. What are the specs on the Western Star? Thanks for the content!

[@luckybananaheavyhaul3407]

2020 4900sf, cumins 565, 18 speed, 3.90, 14.6k steer, 46k drives

[@Jeffro97]

@@luckybananaheavyhaul3407 Wow! Nice rig. Thanks for the reply

[@samandbritt224]

I just moved two 980's yesterday and that joystick steering was fkn wierd. Only other joystick machine i moved was a M12 grader but those arent so bad because of the long wheelbase.

[@luckybananaheavyhaul3407]

It’s weird at first but the joysticks actually do work well! I like it

[@samandbritt224]

@luckybananaheavyhaul3407 I bet they do on a new machine. Both the ones I moved had almost 20,000 hrs on them and the centering springs had gone soft. I noticed the stick was drifting ever so slightly without me touching it. I did like the ergonomics of it don't get be wrong, but definitely something to keep a close eye on for those of us that move rentals and well-worn machines regularly.

[@luckybananaheavyhaul3407]

@samandbritt224 makes sense!

[@Romgenas]

Takes half day to unload... Expensive day

[@luckybananaheavyhaul3407]

That’s heavy haul!

[@Romgenas]

@@luckybananaheavyhaul3407 and so many useless things attached

[@gillesbedard9783]

Un homme méticuleux , Impressionnant. ! Calme Plaisant à regarder travailler.

[@luckybananaheavyhaul3407]

Merci 😊

[@totobactongtotobactong-ve1iy]

wow pretty machine 😮😮

[@AgusSanjaya-ed9et]

You are superman

[@산음대장]

장비한대 상차하차시간이 장난이 아니네요 몇톤인지는 몰라도

[@joedurso5192]

Trailers are engineering marvels

[@Chuck59ish]

A lot of work for one guy.

[@luckybananaheavyhaul3407]

Keeps me from getting a truckers belly 😅

[@randywilson6869]

It would make it better if it could of been raining

[@klausstanzel5667]

@@luckybananaheavyhaul3407 ööoooö

[@Z-Bart]

Biggest Cat I was ever on or around was a D10. Used for pushing coal.

[@luckybananaheavyhaul3407]

Good sized machine 👍

[@wademacdougall1600]

Must be nice to run a new toy,$ 5.000.000 and up

[@luckybananaheavyhaul3407]

It smells like money inside 🤣

[@SmartTech4K]

great bro

[@raysmith163]

is he on bonuses for 1 delivered a week

[@medcon85]

You made that look easy. Good tag guys! Where did you drop that 988? I need to find out who owns that Hough 560 in the corner

[@luckybananaheavyhaul3407]

That would be Argus Transport in Lacolle Québec

[@medcon85]

@@luckybananaheavyhaul3407 thank you kindly

[@gavinperry7237]

@@luckybananaheavyhaul3407 What is the common reason you drop some loads in an alternate trucking yard rather than deliver to the final job site ?

[@luckybananaheavyhaul3407]

@gavinperry7237 Quebec heavy haul restrictions are much different than the rest of the world ( don’t blame me, I just live there) often loads need to be transferred onto different trailers with different axle configurations.

[@jtoddjb]

Just found your channel. What region do you cover?

[@luckybananaheavyhaul3407]

Mostly Canada and Northeastern United States but we all over North America from time to time