Five of us from Ancient Oaks RV Resort in Okeechobee, Florida decided to drive to Sebring, Florida to see the Flywheelers. This is a collection of all types of engines and vehicles used for a variety of tasks. We saw some interesting machines here along with a sprawling flea market.
We left about 8:00 am and stopped at Pogeys Family Restaurant for breakfast then drove about an hour to Sebring. It was a cool start this morning; but, the temperature had warmed to 63 degrees by the time we started walking through the exhibits. It was a little windy, making it feel colder than it was. But, it warmed into the upper 60's and was a wonderful day.
Here's the crew that made the trip.
L to R: Kitty, Ron, Debbie, and Randy
While many of the displays were interesting, I was fascinated by the many different modes of transportation peoples used to tour the outdoor show. Many people brought their golf carts while others brought riding mowers and an assortment of other amazing means to get around the acres of displays. So, I have divided the following pictures into two groups, display items, and mobile carts. It's like going to Wal-Mart to see some interesting people, you go to the Flywheelers to see interesting mobile carts.
The first group of pictures are some of the items that were displayed.
This machine pumps natural gas from gas wells. It was built in 1914 in Buffalo, NY. The fly wheel is 12 feet in diameter and weighs 12 tons.
This is a 1946 Schwinn Wizzlor motorized bike.
This machine was built in 1912. It is being used here to make ice cream.
This second group of pictures is a small sample of some of the contraptions people used to tour the displays.
Need a tow truck?
57 Chevy
I saved the best for last. Check out the deer head!
It was another fun day in Florida. But it wasn't quite over yet. We just had to stop at Red Lobster on the way home!
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