Power
Air power generated by squeezing a rubber bulb operated this early roadster’s horn. This simple system has been replaced in more modern cars by the invention of batteries, alternators and air compressors.
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Bugger the batteries, Bring Back that Horn. The ultimates communication device.
January 31, 2012 at 5:08 am
Very, very moody, love those details and the processing! Beautiful as ever.
January 31, 2012 at 7:28 am
HDR makes this feel as smooth and burnished as that leather.
January 31, 2012 at 9:28 am
Hi Lois,
I’m with Ron, bring the bulb back. I had one on my bicycle when I was a child. Loved that horn. Have a great day!
Sherrie
January 31, 2012 at 10:08 am
Thats a honkin’ big horn….another great shot of these classic motors
January 31, 2012 at 2:11 pm
love the interpretation of power – and I agree – bring back the old fashioned horn!
January 31, 2012 at 3:59 pm
This is great – I love the idea of driving along a country lane, honking the horn!
January 31, 2012 at 4:03 pm
Fabulous details. I love the monotones, also.
January 31, 2012 at 10:01 pm
That sounds like way too much work for me lol Love the processing!
February 1, 2012 at 1:41 pm
I can just imagine the sound that thing would make! Something out of Whoville.
February 1, 2012 at 6:04 pm
A terrific looking horn. Again, love your processing!
February 13, 2012 at 8:00 am
Wonderful
February 22, 2012 at 7:26 am