There is so much to see and learn at an antique tractor event, but there is something else that I find at every show: a wonderful sense of humor. No matter what part of the country you travel to, there is always someone with a sense of fun and a little orneriness for good measure. I have included a few examples and will continue my search as I hit the road.
A Maytag engine owned by Dave Rotigel of Pennsylvania. Found at the ATIS tent in Portland, Ind., during the Tri-State Gas Engine Show.
This old bull blind was displayed by Dwayne & Sandy Hansford of Rustic Red Acres of Edinburgh, Ind., at various shows. They labeled it with a sign that read “Country Woman’s Lingerie”
Now that’s a “bucket seat”! Found at the Connecticut Antique Machinery Show in Kent, Conn.
I think Paul Bunyon left his pliers here! Connecticut Antique Machinery Show, Kent, Conn.
Big trike at the Tri-State Gas Engine Show in Portland, Ind. Maybe this is Paul Bunyon’s old tricycle!
This “big kid” was having a lot of fun with his homemade big boy toy! Seen at the Eastern National Two-Cylinder John Deere Expo in Springfield, Ohio.
Whatcha fishin’ for? Boat in the swap area at the Connecticut Antique Machinery Show in Kent, Conn.
Scott Werling of Decatur, Ind. constructed this giant wheel he rode around the grounds at the Portland, Ind., swap meet. Looks like fun to me!
My Favorite! Two scoops of ice cream!
I’ll be on the lookout for more fun to share on my blogs. There’s always time for a good laugh and a smile!
See you down the road!
