My first time towing with a Uhaul Auto transport | My Advice For First Timers

My first time towing with a Uhaul Auto transport | My Advice For First Timers | and I rant a little

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Жыл бұрын

I towed my Donk from Miami to Alabama using a Uhaul auto transport for the first time and I wanted to share my experience and give you guys some advice....and I rant a little about drivers lol
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@rja62b Ай бұрын

not sure if im watching towing video or receiving a great life wisdom lecture with driving analogy

@sandram8761 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for posting this. I'm about to move in a couple of weeks, rent a 10 foot truck and tow my car. I was little nervous but this video has given me more confidence.

@fabianacosta4512 Жыл бұрын

How was it?

@Thebeastwithinme Жыл бұрын

@Sandra M, how was it because I'm soooooo scared.

@Avilla9793 Жыл бұрын

@@Thebeastwithinme I am getting ready to travel the same way! How did your trip go?! I'm so nervous about my upcoming trip...

@janetstoneking7272 Жыл бұрын

I am over 50yrs old, driving over 600 miles pulling my SUV on a trailer with a 10ft Uhaul. I was very nervous till now. Thank you!!

@HondaZach 9 ай бұрын

Thanks for the info and thank you for your service that shouldn’t go unnoticed.

@knikkisunshine Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! I’m about to take a similar journey next week and I was extremely nervous so thank you so much 🙏🏾

@rookietoprobuildz Жыл бұрын

Planning to tow my build for the first time & this video made me more confident to do so.

@GlazeENT1 9 ай бұрын

Thank you I’m trying to go pick up my 1975 Cadillac , was skeptical but now after seeing this I feel way more comfortable about doing it now

@dlhrly708 7 ай бұрын

Thank you for making this video. I am about to do the same thing for the first time and need ALL the advice I can get. Be safe, ❤.

@jeseniagomez9781 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for this! I am thinking of using auto transport and you gave me confidence

@sergeantthomas3295 Жыл бұрын

@Jesenia Gomez: I'm happy to be able to help.

@PouchMaster Жыл бұрын

Hi! I really like how you're just mellow and taking your time. So many drivers out there are in a big hurry and just don't know why. They don't let anyone in and just speed everywhere. I so wish everyone would just slow down, be courteous, and just take it easy. I don't drive very often, but whenever I do, I see people going at least 50% above the speed limit, always tailgating each other, not letting each other in. It's terrible. With all the lights everyone has to stop at, you're not going to get anywhere faster by speeding. I always seem to catch up to the guy who passed me at a light later on.

@greggwilson8055 11 ай бұрын

Hi Sargent Thomas, first thank you for your service! Your video was very helpful to me. I appreciate it!

@sergeantthomas3295 11 ай бұрын

Thank you for watching! I'm happy it helped....and I appreciate the appreciation for my service.

@musthavemetal4913 8 ай бұрын

Thanks for video. Will be moving from Indiana to South Dakota in a couple of weeks using the 10' truck and trailer and it will be my first time doing so.

@SFBayPhotographer 9 ай бұрын

LT here. I appreciate you giving us the warm and fuzzy about this - gonna be my first time on monday towing my merc...haha. Always lean on your NCO's!!

@Cleveland_Dreamz 7 ай бұрын

I have to haul a car from Ohio to Texas In Thursday that nervous clip of you was funny that’s me driving in the snow 😬. Definitely informative video thanks for the tips and thank you for you service.

@JakkemirTukk 9 ай бұрын

Thank you, Brother-in-Green. Your video gave me everything I needed to know - unlike some other dueschebag that labeled his video "How to drive a U-Haul with Tow Dolly" and provided nothing but an advertisement to hire his movers. You're awesome!

@vid1fl Жыл бұрын

I’m about to buy a 74 Gran Torino and will be using the auto transport from U-Haul. I have an F 250 and have towed U-Haul’s 6x12 trailer with no issues from FL to TN. If all goes well I’ll be towing the car for 3 1/2 hours and since you have a impala I’m now more confident that the Gran Torino will fit on the auto transport. Thank you for the video!!!

@chas3432 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for this I have been researching this so when I move.

@ReignWestry 11 ай бұрын

Just finished driving a 26' U-Haul with a front-wheel auto transport from Atlanta, Georgia to Raleigh, NC. An I have to say it was beautiful, plus thanks to you and this video the ride wasn't jerky even when going through construction areas and the tips were gold. I couldn't feel the auto transport unless I was in the city and only because of the length of truck plus auto transport. Thanks for this video😇

@sergeantthomas3295 11 ай бұрын

Thank you for watching....I'm happy to hear the tips were able to help you and that your trip was a success !

@greggb1416 4 ай бұрын

Great informational video..! U-Haul should pay you for this video to be required viewing by their customers. Some of the last “decent” iron to come out of Detroit, before it left Michigan. I was gonna say it was a 1973 vintage, looks like it is pretty nice shape. Thank you sir.

@earlwilliams5473 Жыл бұрын

I'M a commercial Local truck driver. Good advice. While your at wawa don't forget to we we, LOL. I saw the 55 MPH sine on the trailer and it made me realize I need to check the speed limit in each state. Thanks

@erly108 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for this video, I'm moving 2700 miles with the same set up in a couple of weeks and I'm trying to ease some nerves.

@citgotv1885 7 ай бұрын

How it go?

@eleanorgoldstine7098 Жыл бұрын

Planning to do this Saturday

@TheDakini9 Жыл бұрын

I have reserved a 15 ft and will tow a trailblazer so I hope it won’t be too heavy. Never did this. Thank you for the tips! Wawa is the best!

@JayR420 2 ай бұрын

How did it go? Thinking abt picking up an srt8 jeep but not sure which truck to rent.

@djpcbaby Ай бұрын

BRO! THANKS for making this video! I truly appreciate it.

@The2ndFirst 3 ай бұрын

Thanks for this video sarge. I'm about to do a 1K mile move towing my car.

@GoBelindaGo 2 күн бұрын

Thank you so much for this video. I will be driving from Charlotte, NC TI Tampa, FL in a couple of weeks with my Teslas on the trailer and I was so nervous.

@anonymousmouse1032 4 ай бұрын

It is a year later and I am sad to report people still do not respect the yield sign. Thanks for the vid!

@sergeantthomas3295 4 ай бұрын

@anonymousmouse1032: it's unfortunate, but it seems the yield sign will probably never get the respect it deserves lol

@XoScottXo 4 ай бұрын

Or let people change lanes when they need to.

@tommyteamer9037 3 ай бұрын

Thank you for showing us the key to pull a car with a uhale.

@cheikhniang2839 8 ай бұрын

Thank you Ser

@derrickclark6969 10 ай бұрын

Thanks for the tips

@ricquagianopoulos Жыл бұрын

Thank you I am very nervous about this, but I shall overcome.😂

@thehorrorlife7190 Жыл бұрын

@6:39 the face you make? Made me hella laugh 🤣🤣🤣🤣

@BreaLinn 2 ай бұрын

Thank you for this!!

@roundsmail Жыл бұрын

great video!

@sodasnacks Жыл бұрын

Great info SERG, really had some good tip, as well as answer to my ??????

@sergeantthomas3295 Жыл бұрын

@sodasnacks: happy to help!

@nadiakindle4303 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for this! I’m driving from OH to AZ with tow and was looking for tips!

@princessofpower13 Жыл бұрын

Omg me too! I'm going from Akron to Tucson

@cheetah747 Жыл бұрын

How did your trip go?

@princessofpower13 Жыл бұрын

@@cheetah747 I’m leaving Wednesday😬 wish me luck!!

@cheetah747 Жыл бұрын

@@princessofpower13 so funny, I’m leaving Wednesday too. Please reply to this and let me know you got there okay 😂

@princessofpower13 Жыл бұрын

@@cheetah747 lol! That’s so wild! I definitely will! Safe travels to you as well!

@mrrr407 Жыл бұрын

I’m going from atl to Miami I need this lol

@JohnDrivesAnything Жыл бұрын

That Van should be equipped with the Mighty 6.0. When I was van shopping I wanted the Ford V10 or the GM 6.0

@sergeantthomas3295 Жыл бұрын

John Drives Anything: seems to me you can't go wrong with either.

@SaltyTravelingC Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much for this

@sergeantthomas3295 Жыл бұрын

@Salty Texas C: Thank you for watching

@JohnDrivesAnything Жыл бұрын

Great video man. I will tow my Tracker behind my van soon and I already drive 60 MPH in my van to save fuel. I will drop my speed to 55 MPH when I tow my Tracker. Should be easy work for my van. TRackers only 2500 pounds and doesn't need a dolly. Courtesy is nearly dead now. That's why I like camping and off roading. When I run into people in the middle of nowhere when I'm off roading everyone waves at me. I think people with that hobby all just want to be away from hectic life.

@sergeantthomas3295 Жыл бұрын

@John Drives Anything: that's light work for the van, the V10 will barely feel that.....I take it easy in the truck too V10's will drink up all the gas fast if you let it lol

@JohnDrivesAnything Жыл бұрын

@@sergeantthomas3295 Oh yeah man 1 full throttle run will cost you 1 gallon of fuel! Gotta baby it the whole tank to not get 9mg lol. I made another video on the people not helping you out on youtube video.

@John_McD 3 ай бұрын

Excellent video 👍

@shaloyndasmith9201 25 күн бұрын

We're on our way starting today from Fort Bragg, NC to Fort Fort Huachuca, Az. One uhaul with car hitch. One jeep with my daughter, her 17mo and her 9yo and Jaxson, the dog! Pray for us!

@sergeantthomas3295 25 күн бұрын

@shaloyndasmith9201: Prayers sent up !

@jarvojarvo2487 25 күн бұрын

Me too!!! I report on the 16th

@moonstoe Жыл бұрын

Thank you!!

@minks313 Жыл бұрын

I needed this. I’m driving a uhaul with my car to Texas from Michigan and I’m nervous because people said the car will sway behind the truck

@sergeantthomas3295 Жыл бұрын

@Mink: That was not what I experienced, the car was solid the whole way I would say it's possible but not likely for the trailer just to sway on its own I most definitely get why you would be nervous after hearing something like that but I wouldn't worry much about that just take your time relax and drive in your comfort zone

@azjoe_6310 Жыл бұрын

@@sergeantthomas3295 Thanks for answering that question sergeant...that was going to be my question. Nice video by the way.

@kkpage01100 Жыл бұрын

The car won’t sway unless you lose control it should be solid if you feel play just get out and make sure you’re all secure

@gordondix3328 11 ай бұрын

Strap the rear of the car down. That will take the sway out it

@CRASS2047 10 ай бұрын

From what I was told, a car on a tow dolly will sway, but the transport won’t

@MixedCommunist Жыл бұрын

Yeah definitely making me feel better about moving from Arizona to Washington because I want a uhaul and tow my car

@emilycasali3874 5 ай бұрын

how did it go im making the same drive

@MixedCommunist 5 ай бұрын

@@emilycasali3874 I haven't made the drive yet :/ I'm building some work experience here and then moving so maybe in a year or two

@emilycasali3874 5 ай бұрын

@@MixedCommunist i'm making the drive soon i'll update YOU then!

@JohnDrivesAnything 10 ай бұрын

I towed my Tracker with my van for the first time. Side Streets is actually scarier then the freeway. On the Freeway I couldn't even tell I was pulling something. I didn't encounter any long freeway sweeper turns did you during your tow?

@4everyoung24 Жыл бұрын

If you’re normally a reckless driver, be someone else while you do this. 😂😂😂😂 Agree with the just let people over rule. Let’s all just be courteous drivers!

@kennethloke5944 Ай бұрын

I’m fixing to pull a 71’ ford f100 with a 26 foot and the car trailer, very nervous to say the least!!!

@rebollosanty Жыл бұрын

Great info but @4:34 there was a fire in the background, did you go check on them? Lol

@sergeantthomas3295 Жыл бұрын

@Santiago Rebollo: I didn't see them, I was too busy respecting the yield sign lol

@robertmccarty9951 24 күн бұрын

Great advice Sergeant. When I left U-haul I didn't notice if both front wheels were strapped down. When we made our first stop for the night I noticed the driver's side was not strapped down. Not sure if it was supposed to be or not?

@sergeantthomas3295 24 күн бұрын

@robertmccarty9951: Both front wheels should be strapped down

@SouLo_ Жыл бұрын

Man I gta go from Louisiana to Virginia with the big boy truck and tow a car

@rickcales38 Жыл бұрын

What kind of mileage do you get with the 15’ while pulling a car? I’ll have the truck loaded as well. I’m just trying to get a ballpark so I can plan out fuel stops. Thanks for the tips and safe travels.

@sergeantthomas3295 Жыл бұрын

@rooby Roo: I couldn't tell you the gas mileage but I can tell you I didn't stop as often as I thought I would have to, if you keep your foot in it and if you are traveling alot of hills you will definitely have to stop often, it actually seemed pretty good on gas all things considered. Thanks for watching and safe travels to you too.

@hannahmiller5515 11 ай бұрын

What are turns like? Dp you have to alter your turns at all? I will have a 10 foot u haul and towing my ford focus

@Ambergris24 3 ай бұрын

I have drove a 20 foot box truck with no issues but I’m terrified to tow an 8 foot car on a 10 foot box truck ! I’m worried about stopping distance and turns on city streets. And lane changing.

@ElChivoJ 7 ай бұрын

Plan on pulling my 78 Chevy Nova from TX to WA. I’m curious for price.

@Cianime Жыл бұрын

With an auto transport in the back, I'm curious about the turning. I have never done this before and I've been watching videos just to kind of get an idea of what to expect. I think driving straight will allow me to get used to the vehicle in terms of learning the feel and when to brake and what not, but nobody's touched upon the turning portion with a transport. Do you have to make wider turns? Is it just regular? What are some tips to you have to be safer with them?

@sergeantthomas3295 Жыл бұрын

@Cianime Brand: My advice on turning would be to take your time and use your mirrors, the bottom portion of the mirror in particular ....I'm not sure what size truck you're going to be using the longer the turck the more swing out you will need but you don't want to cut tuns too sharp and use that bottom portion of the mirror to see the wheels of the trailer as you make your turn, I also look at this part of the mirror first then the reg mirror and then the bottom again when changing lanes, when you're turning into a spot like a gas station most times the truck will be parallel to the pump but the trailer may still be to the side so when you pull out go straight a little then make your turn giving the trailer time to align wit the truck......bottom line use your mirrors go slow when taking turns and in tight spots (its easier to make corrections and see things before they happen when you do) stay calm don't let people rush you just because they're impatient, the feel for how to make turns with the trailer will come to you quicker than you think and you'll be whipping that truck like a pro before you know it. Come back and let me know how the trip went....I Preciate the support!

@Tarolyn17 2 ай бұрын

How did the move go girl!? I’m planning on driving a 15’ with my Camaro from Dallas tx, to Oklahoma City all by myself! First time driving a truck that big with a car on the back.

@Hrd4 4 ай бұрын

Thank you, sir for your service! I'm moving 8 hrs away. I'm towing my car and I'm nervous. But I'm also nervous about hooking the car and trailer up to the truck. Does Uhaul do that for you? Or will they i should say?

@sergeantthomas3295 4 ай бұрын

@Hrd4: When you pick up the trailer from Uhaul, you can have them hook it to your tow vehicle for you. It seems like it is something they are supposed to do, but if they don't, I would absolutely ask them to do so. During that time, ask every question you can think of. Some places are helpful and will give you all the info you need. Other places will hook you up, barely say a word, and send you on your way. Now I have never done it, but I would like to believe that if you bring your tow vehicle and the vehicle being towed, they will help in getting everything ready to tow for you and get everything unhooked when you return the equipment. As for your trip 8 hrs is relatively short take your time and keep calm, check your straps when you stop, when you pull into the gas station plan ahead on how you're going to get out without having to turn around and use your mirrors when pulling away from the pump and often on the road. Thank you for your appreciation, be safe and let me know how the trip went.

@wolfeadventures Жыл бұрын

Great video. Did you get any trailer sway?

@sergeantthomas3295 4 ай бұрын

Thanks....no trailer sway at all!

@TianaLadySteel 3 ай бұрын

this will be my first time driving a 16ft with a widebody dodge challenger on a tow, and i am alittle nervous because i will be by myself. is there a ton of swaying on the tow? I was going to hardly switch lanes. mostly stay to the right. I have to go from south florida to north jersey. Any recommendations are helpful.

@khoango5524 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for great info. We plan moving from Massachusetts to Arizona with loaded uhaul truck and auto transport. Can I ask if I need to stop at weight station as commercial vehicles or I can bypass?

@sergeantthomas3295 Жыл бұрын

@Khoa Ngo: no need to stop at weigh stations you can bypass them, I'm happy I was able to help.....I pray you have a safe journey and thanks for watching!

@khoango5524 Жыл бұрын

@@sergeantthomas3295 It sounds great. Thanks again for all your thorough info and prayers.

@user-kp6ud7ht4z 4 ай бұрын

Those chains are supposed to be connected together around the frame of the car

@sergeantthomas3295 4 ай бұрын

@user-kp6ud7ht4z: Correct!

@JohnDrivesAnything Жыл бұрын

I wear flip flops with socks too

@sergeantthomas3295 Жыл бұрын

@John Drives Anything: can't have the toes just hanging out like that, there is a time and a place for that 🤣

@tre9712 9 ай бұрын

How is the turning?

@tamaragrottker7677 Жыл бұрын

I'm afraid to do this. I'm 60 years old and I have to make a longish trip, but I can't drive a truck and my car at the same time unless I tow my car. I couldn't make the trip in one day. How do you manage stopping to rest/sleep? I'm traveling with a cat and a kid as well!

@Avilla9793 Жыл бұрын

How did your trip go?!

@deshaunyoung8320 6 ай бұрын

I'm using a tow dolly? Does your tips include this equipment also

@sergeantthomas3295 4 ай бұрын

I have never used a tow dolly but I'm sure most rips will still apply....hope the trip went or will go well for you.....let me know how it goes!

@abdulsbadr 2 ай бұрын

That driver seat sure looks uncomfortable. Does not recline, right?

@georgejmarrero1016 Жыл бұрын

Can I get an advice? I'm doing the same thing, same truck and trailer with my car but I'm driving from Southeastern NY to College Station in Texas in January... You think it's possible? Safe? Tips or advice you could give me there?

@sergeantthomas3295 Жыл бұрын

@George J Marrero: Relax and take your time, even if that means driving a little slower than traffic sometimes, be aware of what other drivers near you are doing so you have time to react and always give yourself extra space to break.....safe travels 🙏🏾

@georgejmarrero1016 Жыл бұрын

@@sergeantthomas3295 thanks a lot man I really appreciate 💪🔥

@sergeantthomas3295 Жыл бұрын

@@georgejmarrero1016 💪🏾No problem!

@northerngardening2585 Жыл бұрын

Did you have to go through tolls? If so, how did you pay the toll for the Uhaul?

@sergeantthomas3295 Жыл бұрын

Northern Gardening: I went through toll by plate and was billed after dropping off the truck and trailer.

@ladytracy46 6 ай бұрын

Great question i wanted ti know this too im driving in a couple of weeks from nc to boston

@Anu-po5ml 11 ай бұрын

My friend do you reccomend auto transport rather than a tow dolly?

@sergeantthomas3295 11 ай бұрын

@Nihar-po5ml: Depends on the vehicle...a tow dolly can't be used with all vehicles....my personal preference is the auto transport brother

@flaviochapa3003 24 күн бұрын

The only thing I'm worried about pulling a Uhaul, is the recommended speed 55Mph?? So you basically will be driving 20 to 25MPH slower than the rest of the traffic, that's kinda dangerous

@sergeantthomas3295 24 күн бұрын

I know it says that, but generally, I stay in the right lane and go the speed limit

@isaiahsanders9356 6 ай бұрын

I’m feeling apprehensive about the amount of gas I’m going to have to put in this

@sergeantthomas3295 4 ай бұрын

@isaiahsanders9356: my pockets felt the same way lol

@sophicEnt. 4 ай бұрын

how do you take the tire straps off if it's tighten?

@sergeantthomas3295 4 ай бұрын

Try opening the ratcheting mechanism all the way by squeeing the bar in the middle of it. (This should allow you to disengage the teeth within the handle) then pull the handle all the way down to the open position, then give the strap a few tugs upward....I hope this helps!

@sophicEnt. 4 ай бұрын

@@sergeantthomas3295 I think I can imagine that, thanks my man! I saved your video to my auto transport playlist too. Because yours was the best info I could find.

@johnbones6067 3 ай бұрын

Did uhaul help you load and secure the car?

@sergeantthomas3295 3 ай бұрын

@johnbones6067: I did not have the car on-site when I picked up the trailer, but I would like to believe that if you did, they would help you load it and secure it at pickup and help you unload it at drop. off..

@jaydon752 Жыл бұрын

I usually drive faster on the highway. I know the trucks can go ti 75, do you have to account go the recommended 55? Or is it safer to go a little faster? Let me know.

@sergeantthomas3295 Жыл бұрын

@Jay Don: I believe it's safer to go a little faster than the recommended 55 , but do what feels comfortable for you and what is safest for the conditions you are driving in. Keep in mind the faster you go the longer it will take to stop especially with all the weight you will be carrying and pulling, I hope I was able to help and that you make it to your destination safely.

@sharymyny6454 2 ай бұрын

How much it costed you

@earlwilliams5473 Жыл бұрын

P.S. turn wide.

@Mika-kv7gz Жыл бұрын

Dity move?

@sergeantthomas3295 4 ай бұрын

@Mika-kv7gz: no...I just bought the car and moving a few things into storage for my mom at the same time

@Hend02xx 10 ай бұрын

How much was it?

@Bowhoe09 10 ай бұрын

It depends on where and how long you are keeping it

@lordkreigs1978 9 ай бұрын

“You gotta use the signal now”…… Too bad that part is speaking Klingon language for many drivers.

@coreyguy5216 11 ай бұрын

I live in fort Lauderdale Florida I'm about to rent the same truck and same trailer to go up to Hartwell Georgia and pick up a 78 Cutlass I have never done it before so I'm kind of scared but I want this car so bad I'm willing to try it how bad is the truck towing a car on gas

@sergeantthomas3295 11 ай бұрын

@coreygut5216: Don't floor it take your time and just cruise and it won't be too bad at all.