Trailer Rolls Over to OPPOSITE side of Freeway!

Trailer Rolls Over to OPPOSITE side of Freeway! This year has been relentless for us in regards to these super crazy complex jobs. This one came in the middle of our famous lithium-ion battery explosion job, and while we handled it with ease, at first it looked like a super complicated job. I think it was just the optics of seeing a fully loaded 53' badly damaged trailer dangling over the center divider, blocking both sides of the freeway.

But as always, we have to see the end at the beginning. Alex and I knew the best way to tackle this was to get everything back to the right side, which was the side where it came off the tractor. By working everything from here, we kept lanes closed to a minimum and opened up the westbound lanes fast.

Our method of recovery was to barrel roll the trailer back up and over the divider, using our custom Bailey's Tow Accessories 2' wide recovery straps. This was a calculated risk that paid off huge. And since my boom isn't as long as Flippers, I compensated by using the divider to my advantage as a pivot point. All in all another tough job in the books.

I also made a brand new merch website with my own designed custom shirts and apparel here:

►All footage was shot with a DJI Pocket 3, DJI Action 5 and DJI Mavic 3 Drone. I also edit my own footage using DaVinci Resolve Studio.

► The wireless headsets that I use on all my rotators:

► Buy your own Guardian Angel Device just like mine here!

►Instagram: @pepestowing

#lithiumionbattery #recovery #explosion #lithiumbattery #towtruck

[PepesTowingService]

We've been on a ROLL (literally ). Any thoughts on HOW this driver managed to cause this much mayhem? My guess is 😴

[seagullsbtn]

The energy and force required to achieve the separation of the 5th wheel is immense.

[jenniferwhitewolf]

Adding the breakdown talk is the very best thing to come along. Personally, I don't mind the camera differences at night in low light. You are still capturing the story and sharing it with us fans in a perfectly viewable manner. 20 years ago this would not even be possible. Love the shirt.. 👌👌

[R.dacted]

We got bluetooth Fifth Wheels now what a time to be alive LOL

[philippummer]

It all looked good. Much brighter then most night videos.

[briananderson]

Josh, The quality of the cameras doesn't matter all that much. The proximity of Pepe's Towing to the scene is paramount. Simply put you guys are where the action is !
Pepe's Towing rocks.!!!

[WJB]

What do you think about making a video : “ the making of Pepe’s towing”.
Tell the story of how “PEPE’S” was born.

[wesleypulkka]

Josh + Alex, great night video and recovery! There are other tow channels but Pepe's is number ONE by a country mile! Congrats!

[frankmartin]

You and Alex made it look easy with a mid-air roll. But that's because you know your equipment so well and your experience. Working in traffic is always risky, but at night, 10 times more so. Gives me the creeps with traffic so close. Be safe guys.

[livejoker]

I really enjoy the recovery breakdown but doing it with the "packing up" in the background is super cool! It's actually something I like to watch - job done, put tools away, it's satisfying. I do agree with you about night mode, the rest are great quality. Good job on yet another one!

[fgllc]

I don't know if you get tired of hearing this, but you guys are good. The smoothness of your actions absolutely set you apart from others. Smooth is fast. Love watching you work! We appreciate all you do for your customers and your fans.

[jannenummela]

That lift did look amazing! Big booms stretched high and lot of rigging with all those lights. Wonderful! I did like from that Alex's image better even, when you can see slightly better surrounding.

[ndubaneoffentse]

ALEX and JOSH you have done the best job please continue working together. PEACE

[sethgranville]

I think one of my favorite parts of the Pepe's channel is Josh's passion for improving the way he tells the story with each video. Whether it's investing into new recording equipment or adding features like the Recovery Breakdown, each video is markedly better then the one before.

[luzmindarara]

Hi, Josh and Alex and Dave, I love watching Pepe's.
Senior Citizen from
Philippines! Mabuhay !!! Bravo !!!

[agut]

Actually the closer you get to finishing any part of the building makes it such a fascinating experience this has been.

[edwinschlee]

Another great video with Josh and Alex. I kind of guessed that he either fell asleep or got crowed into the wall. Good job barrel rolling it over the wall.

[MW-gswz]

I really enjoy watching you guys work you’re so enthusiastic about what you do and you can definitely tell you love your jobs. You guys be safe out there

[jongwa]

Hey brother, your guy's videos are great! If I ever crash my truck in LA, I hope you guys tow me.

[LogicalNiko]

Well the container belonged to "Central Transport" so they did what they promise. They transported the container up and over the center line.