Mini on the rocks

[Orcas Tow]

I had a call for a Mini that had rolled backwards over a small embankment coming to rest on a rock retaining wall/railroad tie steps. This needed a lift & roll forward rather than a drag to prevent any undercarriage/fuel tank damage from the rocks. I was in my F550/Chevron 408 independent, I called my Son in Law to assist in my F450/Chevron 408 Integrated for lift to both sides of the car as I didnt feel I could do this efficiently with 1 truck. We rigged to both rear wheel hubs with straps & a 3rd line from the 550 to a tree/chain/snatchblock then back to the front of the Mini for a forward pull. We left the Mini in park as we lifted the rear then winched it forward using the 3rd line while following with the lift to the rear. No damage to car, customer drove it away under its own power.  Thanks to the admin here for the extra picture capacity:)

Edited May 26, 2021 by Orcas Tow

[EdsTowing]

Nice work. You get to use that "Sling Shot" technique quite a bit! It's a good solution for problems like this.

[Orcas Tow]

Thanks Ed, still working on purchasing a  helicopter for these kind of jobs but its still not been passed in the budget at this time.

[Derlyn Z]

Nice recovery! You guys did a good job. I like all the good photos

[EdsTowing]

11 hours ago, Orcas Tow said:

Thanks Ed, still working on purchasing a  helicopter for these kind of jobs but its still not been passed in the budget at this time.

LoL...We had one in the body shop yesterday!

 

 

Picked it up & brought it in for maintenance on the trailer & new tires...

 

[GRUMPS The Towman]

Excellent work on the recovery Orcastow. It is always a good feeling when you can get one to drive away on its own. 

And Ed, Gimme a call after you get that Huey wrapped in Team Eds colors... Its been Awhile but, I can give you some lessons on it. I am sure it is like riding a bike... LMAO.

[hookrite]

Nice Work

[Orcas Tow]

1 hour ago, EdsTowing said:

LoL...We had one in the body shop yesterday!

 

 

Picked it up & brought it in for maintenance on the trailer & new tires...

 

Maybe you, me & Grumps can go partners in that one Ed, for sale & whats its lifting capabilities?

[dperone]

4 hours ago, EdsTowing said:

LoL...We had one in the body shop yesterday!

 

 

Picked it up & brought it in for maintenance on the trailer & new tires...

 

Do you get to road test it?

Nice job as usual sir, always putting the tools in your tool box to the best use

[GRUMPS The Towman]

11 hours ago, Orcas Tow said:

Maybe you, me & Grumps can go partners in that one Ed, for sale & whats its lifting capabilities?

Depending on the particular model / year Huey, She can externally carry around 5,000 lbs give or take which is pretty impressive for a relatively small, 2 rotor bladed bird. Now, if we could only get our hands on a Chinook...

[Orcas Tow]

43 minutes ago, GRUMPS The Towman said:

Depending on the particular model / year Huey, She can externally carry around 5,000 lbs give or take which is pretty impressive for a relatively small, 2 rotor bladed bird. Now, if we could only get our hands on a Chinook...

Ok so 1/2 ton pickups & passenger cars then!

[hookrite]

You can also do Island Tours..............

[TowZone]

@Orcas Tow - @Trent johns can work towards his Helicopter License. "Sound Like A Plan".

[Stubborn66]

Good work, love the ones that make you think a little