It helps cover all the knobs and small stuff that people pocket.

2 love letters, 1 photograph, 1 pair of panties from a couple that were obviously very much in love. I could not identify them but I wanted to return their personal possessions. This was in an old Opel.

Now that we know what a youngster you are Doug, I have a new respect for you.

“Just a shell” That ‘shell” is the most important and valuable part of the car. I hate Hipsters.

That was funny.

Same year I found this.

Where do you find a steel beer can?

As I understand it, the Salt Flats are under BLM control. Those inept guardians of so much of the west are the scourge of the lands they supposedly oversee. No wonder many people refer to it as the “Bureau of Logging & Mining”. They seem more interested in pleasing private industry than safeguarding our natural areas.

I agree, sort of, with your statements. Having been a truck owner for more years than I care to count, I will say that it is a great vehicle to have. Useful in so many ways. I do a fair amount of handy-man work and it is truly necessary for all the tools I need to take with me and I can offer to take the old toilet or…

#5. PilotMan knows. Bonneville is one of the best spectator races anywhere. You can mingle with the competitors almost all the way to the starting line. Great camaraderie. Unique machines. Having been there twice, I love it.

Remember when people had paper map books in their cars? Does anyone still do that?

He and I think a lot alike. I have the same in my truck. Plus some additional items because I off road in the mountains.

Yeah, you and me both. Amazing. Bet a whole lot of us never knew that.

Don’t forget that I said “symbolism”.

I realize that. But at least carry a flashlight or wear reflective clothing. If your car breaks down and you don’t have a flashlight, you either need to buy a better car or put a flashlight in it.

What kind of idiot walks on a shoulderless road, at night, with no reflective clothing?

I think there is a symbolism in the elephant there. It’s what happens when a Funny Car or a Pro Stock car gets out of shape during a run. They often cross over into the other lane.

I-70 west from Denver to to Grand Junction. Lots of curves, both tight and high speed and huge elevation changes. Especially fun where it follows the Colorado River. Easy 100+ mph sweepers.

Jeez, Brian. It’s gonna take several days to do all this stuff. I have to work this weekend.

Remember, always take your helmet with you.