Fixing a Broken Air Hose on the Side of the Road

🔧The truck experienced a fan belt issue and an air hose split on a job earlier in the day.

⚙️The video shows the process of repairing the air hose and getting the truck back on the road.

🔌The video highlights the importance of carrying necessary tools and equipment in the truck to handle roadside repairs.

⛰️The repair was done on a mountain road, demonstrating the challenges and precautions involved in roadside repairs.

🚧The video emphasizes the need to be cautious and aware of traffic while performing repairs on the side of the road.

What caused the air hose to split?

—The air hose split after the truck backed over a highway marker earlier in the day, causing it to hit the hose and crack it.

Can the fan belt issue wait?

—Although the fan belt was starting to slip, the video mentions that it is not a pressing concern and can be replaced later.

What tools were used to repair the air hose?

—The video shows the use of a torch, wrenches, fittings, and an air hose to repair the split air hose.

Why were straps used instead of chains?

—The straps were used to keep the towed vehicle from bouncing out of the forks, as they were not responsible for towing or carrying the vehicle's weight.

What precautions should be taken during roadside repairs?

—The video highlights the importance of ensuring visibility, getting off the road if necessary, and being cautious of traffic while performing repairs.

00:00The video begins with the narrator trying to find the VIN number of a truck to order parts for maintenance and repair.

00:08The narrator discovers a split air hose and a fan belt issue that needs fixing.

02:39The narrator explains the need to carry necessary tools and equipment for roadside repairs.

06:00The repair process for the air hose begins on the side of the road, despite the challenges of low temperatures and traffic.

08:55The narrator successfully repairs the air hose and checks for leaks before continuing the journey.

10:58The narrator addresses concerns about using straps instead of chains for towing the vehicle.

18:00The narrator demonstrates the process of hooking up the towed vehicle and preparing it for transportation.

20:14The video concludes with the installation of a light bar on the back of the truck.