As it gets older, the differential starts
Slopping, and the U-joints get worn,
Causing the drive shaft to go bad.
The transmission won't go into high gear
And sometimes has difficulty getting out
Of low. Overdrive is out of the question!
The cylinders get worn and lost compression,
Making it hard to climb the slightest incline.
When it is climbing the tappets clatter and
Ping to the point where one wonders if the
Old bus will make it to the top.
The carburetor gets fouled with pollutants and
Other matter, making it hard to get started in the
Morning. His gas fumes can kill ya!
It is hard to keep the radiator filled because of
The leaking hose. His frame has a big bow in the
Middle too. The thermostat goes out, making it
Difficult to reach operating temperature. The
Headlights grow dim, and the battery needs
Constant recharging.
His shifter is stuck in the down position which
Is the 'low position' and ya can't get anywhere
That way.
But if the body looks good, we can keep it washed
And polished, giving the impression it can compete
With newer models and make one more trip down
The primrose lane before the head gasket blows.
