Total noob question about series trucks.

[Wander]

Why is the grill section called the breakfast? I can't find the answer to that one anywhere.

[BIGdaddy]

i think on some models, you could fold the grate down and use it as a bbq.

They might have completely removed it as an aftermarket "mod"

That rings a bell, at least. Might not be 100% correct.


As I remember it, a lot of enthusiasts were less than enthused when
the series III came out with a plastic grille instead of the metal one
that the former IIA had. They effectively lost their ability to use it
for cooking.

[czenkov]

I read somewhere that is how it got its name, but it also said that since they are galvy you would be crazy to use it for that - something about not being good for long term health.

[Alaska Mike]

And all the bugs that died on the grill would make excellent seasoning.

[Wander]

Ah. That makes since, although calling a grill with a duel meaning makes even better since but what fun is that?

[Dendy Jarrett]

It was called that because folks on remote expeditions would use the grill as a true grill, ... but there is zinc poisoning to contend with.

I don't think there was too much a risk unless they made every meal on it for many years.

Anyhoo, that is the story.

I think you may have a series truck coming into your near future?



Dendy

[Wander]

I can see the you have mystical powers Dendy!

Yes I am going to pick up my new baby on Monday and I am psyched!

Actually I'm in your town this weekend finishing a project at Meharry Medical College but I'll be working all day Saturday hopefully just the morning on Sunday. Anything I shouldn't miss?

[Dendy Jarrett]

If you get a chance ... go to OpryLand Hotel and walk through the inside Atriums. Amazing. Just a nice pleasant experience and an awesome feat. (largest inside atrium, complete with waterfalls, gondola rides, etc.)

Lots of history in that place. If you like barbecue, go to Jack's Barbecue here:

416 Broadway, Nashville, TN - (615) 254-5715

Enjoy your stay. Dale is a very dear friend and I have kept up with your progress through him.

You'll enjoy the Series!

Dendy

[I Leak Oil]

I've also heard that they are called a breakfast because the early rovers, with the headlights in the middle, looked like two eggs with a smile of bacon!

[Wander]

I've also heard that they are called a breakfast because the early rovers, with the headlights in the middle, looked like two eggs with a smile of bacon!

....and the center section does kind of look like toast....

Thanks for the tips Dendy, I don't thing I'll get off the job site this trip as it's going very slow. At least I've got the pickup of my IIa to look forward too.