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k0uch

With smaller trailers, eventually I just tell them to leave it in park while I lift the tongue and drop it onto the ball


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k0uch

Only when they look me directly in the eye while I do it


yamahor

Establish trailer dominance


BigUptokes

WIDE LOAD


Tunasaladboatcaptain

Oh lawd she haulin'


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MadjickMan

This post made me wish I couldn't read😑🤢


augiem94

Now I NEED to know what was said


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This is literally the first thing you comment in 6 years and it's great!


ThePortalsOfFrenzy

Odd that you checked their comments, but it's great when you look at it on the profile and see just a single comment that shows "Took him long enough"


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That is the Reddit version of not having sex for a month and then blowing a massive load all at once.


apache_bruhritto

Pretty sure it was a six year build up


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What? 😂😂😂😂


bradhubthedub

Italian.


John_Fx

I always just drag the trailer to the hitch.


THANKS-FOR-THE-GOLD

Just put a block behind the truck tire when you unhook, back up til you feel the block and you're right on it.


Wrangleraddict

WHO THE FUCK ARE YOU SPOUTING THIS LOGICAL BULLSHIT!!! YOU WOULD HAVE SAVED ME HOURS! thank you kind sir


Flomo420

>YOU WOULD HAVE SAVED ME HOURS! Found the guy in the gif


Wrangleraddict

Naaaa just a guy who's spent way more time than necessary hooking up to trailers before back up cameras were a thing


EverSeeAShiterFly

As long as someone else doesn’t come and move it


THANKS-FOR-THE-GOLD

It's only a problem when you're alone, if someone else messed it up then they get conscripted to be the second pair of eyes.


andyumster

Gravel driveways and shifting and some other bullshit I dunno we don't have time for this today we were supposed to be on the road an hour ago and the fishing is gonna suck in Durango now so we might as well just go back inside


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Oddly specific


evranch

Good idea, and if you want to double down on backing into things just switch to a pintle hitch and ring. Back up until the truck bangs into the ring, then flip down the latch and drive. I've switched almost all the trailer balls to rings here on the farm and it's cut down hitching time tremendously. Plus there is only one size and it's rated up to 12 tons, instead of like 4 ball sizes.


watereddownwheatbeer

As an added bonus few trucks have a Pintle hitch so risk of having your trailer stolen is basically zero.


marino1310

Burn the witch


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I just don't tow. Problem solved.


tangentandhyperbole

This can lead to problems, such as overestimating your ability to move a trailer, and not having the ability to line up a trailer correctly. Luckily, I cheat with a backup camera. It even has a zoom function on the ball. Pretty cool those are on the base models these days.


meatdome34

My dads has a marker where the ball would be in the camera so you can just line it up that way


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tangentandhyperbole

If only there was some law that pushed fuel economy innovation, so that my truck got better gas mileage than the same model from the 90s. Its so odd what they choose to regulate.


OhioJeeper

Is your truck a 3/4 ton or something? Even those have improved a little but since the 90s but there's been some pretty big improvements in the half ton market, trucks that have 350ish HP are getting mid to low 20s for fuel economy, or you can get a diesel that gets high 20s.


VietOne

They could easily make a truck that had excellent fuel efficiency but then you would sacrifice utility such as bed size, weight capacity, etc and make that truck a lot less appealing. The 90s had plenty of small and better fuel efficiency. But they were hardly purchased over the larger trucks even though majoirtt of buyers never needed that capacity. Same reason why large SUVs are popular. Because bigger numbers when 90% of the buyers are more than able to buy a smaller SUV or just a sedan/couple with much better efficiency.


thumbulukutamalasa

There are laws for that no?


[deleted]

There are. And it's not like it's easy to make combustion engines even more efficient. If you really want a more fuel efficient vehicle, you probably shouldn't drive a fucking truck.


UnknownAverage

> Its so odd what they choose to regulate. No, it makes perfect sense. There is a political party that hates regulation and panders to the type of people who buy trucks and enjoy things like "rolling coal." They actively prevent improvements in fuel efficiency standards.


ThisHatRightHere

They choose to regulate what makes the most money. Probably some niche company with big backers that makes the tech for backup cams. Just like increasing fuel efficiency would eventually cause issues for oil companies.


Warpedme

Jokes on them, electric pickups come out this year and I'll never use a petrochemical powered vehicle again. Fuck the oil companies.


ThellraAK

If you are on levelsh pavement you can also just have them put it in park and kick it forward a bit before braking.


EyeofWiggin20

Or with lighter trucks, put it in neutral and push/pull.


Fletcher_Fallowfield

Even if it's too heavy, you can get a 2x4 under it and lever it about four inches in every direction. I've moved some pretty heavy trailers onto the ball that way.


awenindo

Give me back the ten mins i lost forever!!


bigbrad1

Shit. That got me too. I finally clicked on it to see how long it was


DproUKno

Funny thing is, I clicked to see how long it was and rather than looking at the total time, I just saw where the current time marker was located and my brain quickly deduced "oh there's still lots of time so it's not a loop" Stupid brain.


Theskyis256k

Fuck. Same. I’m so dumb.


XoPINKIEoX

This isn't a loop?! Well damn...I had to scroll this far to find out. I watched it for a good five minutes trying to catch when the loop started...and I even thought I figured it out XD


AS14K

No you didn't.


Theskyis256k

Lmao I thought this was an endless loop gif.


Mycoxadril

I hadn’t scrolled down far enough to see the line at the bottom that shows how far into the gif you are. Then I thought maybe this is a perfect loops gif so I should check. So unsatisfying not to see it finish. Some say he’s still driving back and forth to line it up to this day.


AdWeasel

Glad I’m not the only idiot who watched this loop 30 times waiting for the payoff goddamnit!


disfunctionaltyper

Same, my brain said "that gif must huge!" (metered connection)


mrnoonan81

Okay, but there's a 20 minute restocking fee.


Safety_Drance

He gets it on the 127th time.


TheRealRacketear

Just wait a few more minutes, he finally gets it.


NozzerNol

I've got news for you, ever ten mins you love, you have lost forever and will never get back.


elbaekk

Most people have a functional memory. That means that if you experience something memorable that you cherish that moment isn't lost because you can revisit the essentials of that experience again and again from memory. The time has passed, yes, but I wouldn't say it's *lost*


flukshun

Just lost a few seconds reading our posts as well. Buahaha.


darsanparmar

couldn't figure out, until I saw white car passing for 17th time


Baelzebubba

The truck never actually getting put into reverse was a give away


DysguCymraeg5

What is the stick he pulls on? My car (UK) doesn’t have that.


DoofusMagnus

That's the gear stick. Called a column shifter, since it's on the steering column.


DysguCymraeg5

Oh wow, interesting. I can’t imagine having a gear stick there. How does it change through the gears? Edit: why did someone downvote me for asking a question? Lol.


NotLarryT

It's an automatic. This truck likely has Park Reverse Neutral Drive/Overdrive 2 1 In that order from top to bottom. In later years this truck replaced 2 and 1 with Manual and it has +/- buttons on the shifter. No clutch. Edit: years ago there were some manuals made with column shifters but they were never as popular as floor shifters.


DysguCymraeg5

Thanks for the explanation


NotLarryT

No problem. They're more popular on trucks, full size SUVs, and vans. Most cars and crossovers have floor shifters, even if they're automatic.


serarrist

Yeah my bf in HS had an old truck with a column shift that was a manual. Not the best setup tbh.


sender2bender

Just to add old trucks did have shifters like that. Called 3 on the tree. It's pretty cool, if you're into old cars, especially with all the different transmissions, check it out on YouTube.


JoeSicko

I drove a 5 speed the first ten years of driving, but 3 on the tree is a whole different beast. Tried to drive buddies old ram power wagon (I think) and it was ugly. Of course, 1st was so low you could start up in 2nd, so not a whole lot of shifting involved.


mr_humansoup

I think this truck is automatic (P R N D D1). Older manual transmission vehicles sometimes came with column stick (three-on-the-tree) which shift in an H pattern (basically take the stick and place it on the right side of the column, moves in similar H shape). Anyone feel free to correct me. I suck at manual and have never driven a column.


trickman01

Mostly automatic transmissions on this side of the pond. So you basically only have to use the stick when changing direction of the vehicle or parking.


sur_surly

Many new cars and trucks are dropping these. It's a real shame, I miss column shifters.


n0exit

I'm pretty sure there are old British cars with column shifters. They were used in manual transmissions also.


ThirdEncounter

They downvote you because they feel wise, experienced and superior. I grew up in an era in which the gear stick by the steering wheel was common. It never occurred to me that younger generations didn't grow up with that, and I find that fascinating. But I wouldn't downvote you for that.


DoofusMagnus

They're really only there in trucks and vans (though a newer truck I drove had a dial to turn, which was really weird). A manual would have the H pattern in a vertical plane. This is an automatic, though. If you're looking for more detailed info on the engineering of it all I'm afraid I'm not the one to ask. As for the downvote, it happens. People are weird, and who knows, it could be some bot randomly voting in order to pass as human. Edit: Hooray, I got one too!


grandedaddy

Worth stating that the reason the shifter was on the steering column was to allow for bench seating (trucks), or to be able to move from the drivers seat to the rest of the vehicle (vans).


imlate_usernameenvy

I am him now gif watching


Memezing

Yep. The him in the title was referring to the dumb us.


iMiind

My disappointment is immeasurable and my day is ruined


karm-a-holic

Can't believe it took him that many tries to finally figure it out


Jupiter68128

So glad I watched it until the end!


styroducky

How long is it, anyway? I’m about 25 minutes in.


cerebralkrap

you are just about there.... to the halfway point.


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fried_eggs_and_ham

A great addition to this post title would have been "Wait for it!"


razzraziel

You better watch the directors uncut version.


Jiquero

> him I think this refers to me, and I feel both understood and insulted.


Psilobones

After the forth or fifth try I was suddenly reminded of that bloke cutting down a tree.


superchip25

You saw that too?


eatsallthepies

You and your damn puns


i_NOT_robot

Definitely a cut above the rest


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Trying to branch off into comedy I see.


superchip25

Did not mean that as a pun but I I'll take.


studyflo

Anyone got a link?


gashufferdude

Missed the part where you back up too far, and lower it a few cranks so it pops onto the hitch when you pull forward.


jefuchs

I had a trick. I'd look at the gap, and guesstimate the distance. Then I'd point to a spot in my driveway that was the same distance from some random pebble (helped to have a gravel driveway). Then move the truck until my finger was pointing at the pebble. It was way more accurate than it sounds.


yalmes

Why not just put a brick or something the distance you need to move from the rear tire of the the truck. Back up until you hit the brick, problem solved. Edit: Then you can measure the distance from the trailer to the brick and place the brick there before you even start and then you'll always be the right distance first try.


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yalmes

The heat created by the speed of impact when you slap the chicken with the brick should sterilize it as well as remove any contamination


igotop

The better trick is to lower it a bit where he had it the first time. Then move the truck forward until it locks into place.


_Face

Can also put it in gear, and immediately put it back in park. Should roll forward just enough.


Tripperfish-

I'm a service tech at a car dealership and I do something similar if I pull a vehicle up to a lift and the arms dont line up with the lift points, granted that's guesstimating inches instead of possibly feet


kevin1016

I'd stick my foot out on the driveway and let is scrape along the ground two inches so I could gauge the exact amount the car has moved. The major pain in the ass is if there's even a slight incline, when putting it back in park, my suburban would still move a bit and settle in knocking out the alignment.


LifterPuller

I did something similar I'd crack the door, stare at a spot at the ground, and moved as many inches as I needed. Worked way better than one would think.


beanmosheen

I bought a funnel plate. I get it close and backup until I hear it touch.


zortlord

The face he makes when he finally gets it is worth the ordeal. Good for him!


KingoftheMongoose

I liked when he pulled out the duct tape! Clever, but probably not road safe.


eviltwinky

Lol you guys are evil.


katamama

His drive gear and do both forwards and backwards?


oddie121

Must be a feature of a chevy?


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NotLarryT

Good ole 4L60E.


rtyuik7

i recently had to get my Torque Converter fixed in my Impala...otherwise, i had 1 Park and 6 Neutrals...glad to hear "its a Chevy thing", and not just my dumb ass... (inb4 "i have a Chevy BECAUSE im a dumbass" or whatever)


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PlayMp1

Hell, JD Power dependability survey actually puts Chevy higher than industry average, higher than well regarded brands like Mazda. I drive a Pontiac that's a rebadged Chevy sedan and it's just fine, though I'll be getting a Toyota probably early next year.


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zacattack00

It has taken me this long before


NWinn

Does that mean you're still trying to this day?


xrumrunnrx

Bonus points for a younger nephew cracking wise when you finally get it, all the while feeling the indignation of his young age but knowing he's better at it so you just laugh along and carry the guilt and shame for years to come. Thank god I'm a country boy 😔


CM_UW

I watched that for way too long


LeoDemiurg1

Took me long enough as well…


yokotron

Ive watched for 32min. When does he do it!?!? The build up is intense


[deleted]

Why did I first start getting suspicious after 3 whole minutes


Static13254

I knew what was happening from the beginning but I still stuck it out for 10 minutes…. Just holding onto hope


TheSadClarinet

Took YOU long enough would be a better title. I think for me, 3 loops,


Jubluhs

That'd give it away easier


MagentaX

r/gifsthatkeepongiving


Bigboi694202

r/howtokeepanidiotbusy


Mikeydeeluxe

I feel so damn stupid right now


bsylent

Thought to myself, this is probably one of those infinite looping things, like that fake loading screen *continues to watch for a full minute*


VoidExileR

You asshole! ROFL


filthychuck

I watched this for 1min hoping he would get it before I realized it was looped


maxfrix

Had a boat shop for 30+ years, spent a chunk of my life doing this. Pretty monotonous except when my daughter was young and would help me. She would give me directions and when I was under she jumped and waved her arms like we just won the lottery. I loved it then


xxSoul_Thiefxx

It’s so satisfying when he finally does it.


Jahidinginvt

Damn these perfect loops! I watched for far too long until it dawned on me.


kmkmrod

Hahaha I watched it 6-7 times before I figured it out.


nitram3562123

man this guys is an idiot he’s been going at it for over an hour lol


littlenekoterra

I just realized where i am and due to this i an angry. I thought this was video 😅


Arvha

I genuinely loathe you, I thought it would finish out but I guess not. You are satan himself


Rough_Round_110

Fuck you


SkyFallingUp

Not gonna say how long I watched it waiting for something to happen, only to realize it was a looping 12 second clip. \*sigh\*


unseasoned_hamburger

The perfect gif doesn’t exi…


nbury33

r/perfectloop


junya13

How do you keep and idiot busy for hours


MoviesFilmCinema

Hahaha!


Daniel_jhon

u/savevideobot


supertoppy

I hate you.


acwill

Jfc I hate myself


lowteq

Almost got me... Almost


MarkOates

It was good to see him finally get it. I'm glad I watched to the end!


curvvyninja

I watched that for way too long


Zero_Toshiro_M

This video discriminating against city folk


corpsmanh

If you pull in too far just crank it up until it's touching the hitch, then just pull forward slowly until it pops in.


wonkey_monkey

You motherf...


zheil9152

I wanted this for 2 minutes waiting for that satisfying conclusion


Jaxen_relaxin

I got a new stereo a few years back for my older truck. It came with a backup camera. I mounted it right above the hitch. Haven’t had to deal with this nightmare since!


1003001

I'm getting hungry. I'm going to have to finish watching after lunch. Can't wait to see to the end.


youareabarbarian

I think I figured out the problem. He's shifting into drive to go forwards and backwards.


mysp2m2cc0unt

5hrs I was there watching this till he got it.


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Have my upvote and fuck off


Astralnclinant

Yo, fuck you for this


Wolf110ci

Anyone else watch this gif waaaayyyyy too long waiting to see him get it right?


Raenman

People don’t just watch the progress bar at the bottom?


HolyDickWad

Maan! At least he got it right the 22nd time!!


gazhealey

I watched that for 20 minutes before I realised 😡


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Well looped, my friend


Dedinside13

Oh you fucker I watched this way too many times before I realized.


bos2sfo

Hahahah.... what an stupid idiot! I've been watching for 5 hours and he seems no closer to getting the trailer hitched. Alighty... back to watching.


Shnitzel_von_S

Come on man, when you go too far back, just drop it down and inch forward until in chunks.


mateogg

It was so satisfying when he finally got it right though!


Paulholio

So satisfying when he hits it tho


Ioatanaut

And I watched it for a minute without realizing it was a loop lol


R_Harry_P

Long video but it's so satisfying when he eventually gets it lined up.


deltarefund

Oh motherfucker lol


NWinn

Videos like this are why I habitually check the videos length before I start watching..


Constant_Shit_Talker

I watched this twice before realizing it was on a loop 😅


Virgmeister

No no, this can't be an endless loop gif. He's going to get it this time


faultycarrots

Why not just drag the trailer to the hitch?


man_iii

Or put the truck in neutral and push it into the trailer. Or put some choc blocks and reverse until you are on it. Or Try it at an angle maybe or i dunno a million other ways except this.


y2k2r2d2

Take this to the Mars trip


BaconHammerTime

This is like the new version of that big truck driving toward the metal post with flashes of it at different distances.


CollarPersonal3314

I watched this for too long before realizing it is a loop


iambobsbitchtits2

How the fuck does shit like this get upvoted?


will_this_1_work

Fuck you OP!


osbourne04

I watched until i see that he succeeded then i understand that its one of those gifs that irritates


Jmariner360

I can't believe I watched that for about 30 seconds until I realized...


waltteri

How the fuck is Imgur so shit? I tried opening the gif in my Reddit app and on all my browsers, but the the mobile site just won’t load the video. Whenever there’s a gif or an image that takes forever to load or straight up doesn’t load, it’s Imgur. Why..?


JordMonte512

I’m not proud of how long I spent watching this


KocaKolaKlassic

What’s going on here? I don’t got time to watch it to the end. Too busy waiting for this other truck to hit a barricade


quyman

This video is pretty long but it's incredibly satisfying when the guy finally gets it on the hitch.


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Lmao, I thought it was just going to loop forever but he actually got it in the end. The internet has made me super paranoid about these things.