Guest Posted July 13, 2020 Share Posted July 13, 2020 California governor decided to close us down again due to the coronavirus, so instead of sitting around in 118° we decided to hit the highway for a long overdue vacation. Chose to drive a rental this time. Called Budget at the Palm Springs airport and booked a Jeep Grand Cherokee (we like to do a little antique shopping along the way). Got to the counter to pick up the car and this was our exchange: Me: Hi, I'm Greg, here to pick up a Jeep G.C. Clerk: Sorry sir I don't have one of those but I have a Mitsubishi (something or other). Me: No thanks. That won't do. Clerk: I have a Toyota (something or other). Me: No thanks, I prefer an American car. Clerk: Oh, I have an Enclave, ...a Buick Enclave. I believe that's made by Ford. That's American. Me: I'll take the Ford Buick Enclave. Clerk: Excellent choice sir. Anyway, the car and the trip have been great. We're just making it up as we go. Woke up this morning in Wichita, Kansas. Beautiful weather and friendly people. Spotted this other Buick in east Texas with spinners that would have Mr. Nader spinning in his grave. I guess it's a "thing" around that area because we spotted several more like it later. You'll be happy to know we've seen so many of those old abandoned little service stations along the secondary highways, America will never run out of them. There have to be thousands of them still standing, across the country. Got many pics but I'll save that for another post. Got a busy day ahead of us here in Kansas, my wife is on the hunt for the girl that dropped a house on her sister.... Cheers, Greg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
padgett Posted July 13, 2020 Share Posted July 13, 2020 That is the 007 special. Supposed to be used only on Mustangs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TerryB Posted July 13, 2020 Share Posted July 13, 2020 Enjoy! I saw the temps on TV and thought you must be well done by now! Look for those treasures along the way. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
capngrog Posted July 13, 2020 Share Posted July 13, 2020 I've not encountered those hubcap/wheel extensions yet, but I'm sure they're on their way to Central Florida. As near as I can tell, these things, called "swangers", "elbows" or "pokes", aren't yet illegal, unless it makes the vehicle's overall width greater than 8 feet. I think that these things should be mandatory on all vehicles, since they would give mechanically-induced audible warnings when encountering vehicles in other lanes, guard rails, bicyclists etc. What a great safety asset, which doesn't even rely on electronic, computer type gadgetry. They don't even need batteries! Where can I get a set? I hope you continue to give us updates on your travels as you make your way around this great Country of ours. "Drive keerful" and have fun. Cheers, Grog Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CarlLaFong Posted July 13, 2020 Share Posted July 13, 2020 1 hour ago, GregLaR said: Spotted this other Buick in east Texas with spinners that would have Mr. Nader spinning in his grave. I guess it's a "thing" around that area because we spotted several more like it later. Cheers, Greg I'm certain Mr. Nader would be spinning in his grave, trying to get out as he is very much alive 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted July 13, 2020 Share Posted July 13, 2020 1 hour ago, CarlLaFong said: I'm certain Mr. Nader would be spinning in his grave, trying to get out as he is very much alive oops! 😄 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frank DuVal Posted July 14, 2020 Share Posted July 14, 2020 Yes, trust us Corvair owners, we would know if Ralph had passed!😉 BTW, back in the day he never owned a Corvair, just wrote and talked about them. But, recently he has bought and sold some, getting a better one for his Tort Museum! https://www.tortmuseum.org/ 🙃 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Studemax Posted July 14, 2020 Share Posted July 14, 2020 Hope you are enjoying your stay here in Wichita. It's hot, and not as stupid as California..... LOTS of antique stores, so shop until your wallet gives up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Billy Kingsley Posted July 14, 2020 Share Posted July 14, 2020 I have a friend who owns a Corvair and specifically hunted down one of Nader's presidential bumper stickers to put on it. I've seen hubcaps like those above in a model kit, but never in person. Not something I would want on any car. It reminds me of the Grease movie. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PFitz Posted July 14, 2020 Share Posted July 14, 2020 Just a wide guess, but I think that driver likes movies with chariots ? Did he have a Ben Hur tee shirt on ? Paul Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Harwood Posted July 14, 2020 Share Posted July 14, 2020 12 minutes ago, PFitz said: Just a wide guess, but I think that driver likes movies with chariots ? Did he have a Ben Hur tee shirt on ? Paul 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michael J. Barnes Posted July 14, 2020 Share Posted July 14, 2020 I passed a semi on a narrow bridge that had hubcap spikes. Those look sinister, and there was not a lot of laneway leeway. But reading about them, I learn they are usually plastic. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SC38dls Posted July 14, 2020 Share Posted July 14, 2020 I would love to see the reaction of the cop that bust a shin on one when they pull the guy over for some traffic offense! dave s 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dustycrusty Posted July 14, 2020 Share Posted July 14, 2020 21 hours ago, padgett said: That is the 007 special. Supposed to be used only on Mustangs. " When better Mustangs are built, Buick will build them!" 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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