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Controlled Towing to Repair Shop

7:45
12:25
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What happens here

The heavy wrecker begins its journey, towing the dump truck with its front wheels lifted. The wrecker driver demonstrates controlled braking by utilizing the 'jake brake' (engine retarder) system, which uses the engine's compression to slow the vehicle, rather than solely relying on the service brakes. This practice is crucial for heavy loads, reducing wear on the brakes and maintaining better control, especially on inclines or when decelerating. The narrator emphasizes the importance of communicating load information (even a partial load) to dispatchers so they can send the appropriate wrecker for safe and controlled towing, highlighting comprehensive load handling practices.

Goal: With all preparations complete, the dump truck is towed away by the heavy wrecker. The driver operates the heavy vehicle and its lifted load with controlled braking, illustrating safe towing practices.

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  • Heavy Wrecker (Tow Truck)

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This isn't the first dump truck that I've had towed, and in the past, I know that they've always asked if there was a load on or not. So, before I made sure to notify the dispatcher that she had a partial load on because they've got to take that into consideration before they send out the truck to hook up to your truck. So, if you guys are wondering, yes, you can turn big brakes on and off if you get yourself into a situation where they're not allowed. The jake brake is technically an engine retarder. That's what they're known as. So, instead of just using your standard brakes on your truck, or however you want to put it, you're actually using the engine to slow the vehicle down. Not everybody knows that. And the most of you guys know that, but not everybody does. We made it. Independent Diesel in South St. Paul. All right, guys, we got Ken from Independent. We're going to take a look at the truck. So, what's going on with it, Ken, is I was driving it down just to get it parked. My shop is right over there. Yep. And uh I think I think it's got The fuel's like 6 years old or so. I'm not joking. And I think she sucked up cuz she was going great. Rolling like a charm. And then all of a sudden, out of nowhere, she just dead in the water. Plenty of juice, but dead in the water. Small victory. We're good. Can you park it next to this International, Alec? Right here? Betty Boop. It's going to be here. They said they're going to get her running for me. So, that's going to be another video. Hope you guys enjoyed today's ride. I

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