Truck & Trailer Rescue & Recovery

In San Luis Pass, Texas, a Galveston County Truck & Trailer was stuck in the wet sand due to the weight of the wood on the trailer. They were cleaning up the beach areas from all the driftwood washed up over time. We connected straps and a kinetic rope to the front tow hooks. The kinetic rope absorbs the initial shock from the pull and stores energy to be used as the rescue vehicle moves forward. We use a Yankum Kinetic Rope and have always found these ropes to be very effective. We also use soft shackles or straps versus the metal D-Ring (Shackles) to minimize metal in the system. This is safer and eliminates the possibility for metal projectiles.

Communication with the driver is key with any type of recovery. Having the driver understand our signals was also important. 3 blasts of the horn meant we were starting the pull and we needed the driver to be in "drive" and move forward. 2 blasts of the horn at the end of the pull meant we were coming to a stop or the recovery vehicle using the horn if they need to stop.

Soft stand can make any vehicle the victim and especially with a heavy trailer. We have pulled out multiple 4X4 vehicles in similar situations that also became stuck in these soft sands. Please visit other John's Jeep Garage Off-Road Recovery videos on our channel.    • HOW DEEP IS THAT WATER HOLE  

All Off-Road Recovery must be performed by experienced individuals. SAFETY is the priority. The methods, tools, connection points and condition of equipment must be understood to minimize damage to vehicles and safety of others.

For this video, we are part of volunteer recovery groups supporting the Texas coast and Galveston County. SAFETY is critical. Maintaining recovery equipment properly, knowing the risks and operating in a safe manner is vital. See our other video on Rescue & Recovery basics including standard tools we use.

Please use caution and understand the risks when off-roading, during recoveries and working on your vehicle. Use a professional service provider when necessary. Subscribe to our Channel for more Jeep modifications and maintenance tips.
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