Cupholder in rear
05-02-2007, 03:13 PM
#21
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Join Date: 04-23-2007
Location: Phoenix AZ
Posts: 205
Okay Everyone, it would seem that you'd really only use this screen when you hit the road and want to keep your kids entertained, so you'd only bring it down when you do hit the highway and are out of town. Would it really be illegal? You'd still be able to keep track of traffic in your rear view mirrors, wouldn't you?
I know that some folks who live in big cities can take awhile to get across town, but what happened to letting kids play games for those stretches, they don't need to be watching TV all the time. I remember when we'd play some kind of game counting VW bugs, that kept us kids busy. Car bingo also kept us busy....though I know kids today might find those dumb....so let them invent some kind of game for who can spot the most HHR's.
I know that some folks who live in big cities can take awhile to get across town, but what happened to letting kids play games for those stretches, they don't need to be watching TV all the time. I remember when we'd play some kind of game counting VW bugs, that kept us kids busy. Car bingo also kept us busy....though I know kids today might find those dumb....so let them invent some kind of game for who can spot the most HHR's.
05-02-2007, 04:04 PM
#22
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Join Date: 03-09-2007
Location: Houston
Posts: 51
Only if a cop sees it. I had an in-dash DVD player in my last car (I'll be installing into my HHR soon), and I installed a switch on the parking brake sensor wire to turn the screen off and on as necessary. But truthfully, I had it for 2 yrs and never once got hassled for it. And it kept the kiddos nice and occupied.
Besides, even if you do get a ticket it will be a "fix it" ticket.
Besides, even if you do get a ticket it will be a "fix it" ticket.
05-02-2007, 05:29 PM
#23
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Join Date: 05-09-2006
Location: "Upland" Mesa, Arizona
Posts: 6,805
Holy crap
...they did "Buzz Bug" !!! I remember that. Also played a variation on a cross country last year......"Harry R" for spotting an HHR. Didn't find many then.
05-02-2007, 09:33 PM
#24
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Join Date: 04-26-2007
Location: Ontario, Canada
Posts: 75
You're absolutely right. Kids don't need TV all the time. I think the DVD is great for long car trips, for instance, we drive from the Toronto area to Florida in the summer and if not for the TV, the adults don't get a chance to have any conversation, never mind the peace of mind!
We tried it for the first time last summer, we rented a vehicle and were given a van with the DVD - it was a God send. I swore I would never take a trip without one again. We actually had an uninterrupted conversation and a relatively peaceful trip.
Having said that, I too remember the days of the "VW" games and I spy, etc.
We tried it for the first time last summer, we rented a vehicle and were given a van with the DVD - it was a God send. I swore I would never take a trip without one again. We actually had an uninterrupted conversation and a relatively peaceful trip.
Having said that, I too remember the days of the "VW" games and I spy, etc.
05-03-2007, 09:56 AM
#25
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Join Date: 03-09-2007
Location: Houston
Posts: 51
"OH NOES!!! THAT'S ILLEGAL!!!1!!!1!!ONE!!!" please feel free to Google the term "nanny state."
Lets review some other things that are also illegal (in Florida):
Lets review some other things that are also illegal (in Florida):
Women may be fined for falling asleep under a hair dryer, as can the salon owner.
A special law prohibits unmarried women from parachuting on Sunday or she shall risk arrest, fine, and/or jailing.
If an elephant is left tied to a parking meter, the parking fee has to be paid just as it would for a vehicle.
It is illegal to sing in a public place while attired in a swimsuit.
Men may not be seen publicly in any kind of strapless gown.
Having sexual relations with a porcupine is illegal.
It is illegal to skateboard without a license.
When having sex, only the missionary position is legal.
You may not fart in a public place after 6 P.M. on Thursdays.
It is considered an offense to shower naked.
You are not allowed to break more than three dishes per day, or chip the edges of more than four cups and/or saucers.
Oral sex is illegal.
You may not kiss your wife's breasts.
Penalty for horse theft is death by hanging.
One may not commit any "unnatural acts" with another person.
Unmarried couples may not commit "lewd acts" and live together in the same residence.
Corrupting the public morals is defined as a nuisance, and is declared a misdemeanor offense.
It is illegal to molest a Key deer. If caught one will be fined or will have to go to jail. (Big Pine Key)
It is against the city ordinance to hang your clothes outside on a clothesline. (Cape Coral)
It it illegal to park a pick-up truck in your driveway or in front of your house on the street. This law is limited to only those who do not own the house. (Cape Coral)
Owning a flower pot with water in it that isn't capable of draining is considered a public nuisance. (Daytona Beach)
Ambling and strolling is a misdemeanor. (Hialeah)
Persons may not tow a sled behind their bicycles. (Palm Bay)
Citizens may not be caught downtown without at least 10 dollars on their person. (Pensacola)
It is illegal to roll a barrel on any street, fines go up according to the contents of the barrel. (Pensacola)
A women can be fined (only after death), for being electrocuted in a bath-tub because of using self-beautification utensils. (Pensacola)
Stage nudity is banned, with the exception of "bona fide" theatrical performances. Violating this ordinance results in a $100 fine. (Sanford)
You may not catch crabs. (Sarasota)
All houses much have white picket fences and full-width, two-story porches. (Seaside)
Women may not expose their breasts while performing "topless dancing". (Tampa)
Lap dances must be given at least six feet away from a patron. (Tampa)
A special law prohibits unmarried women from parachuting on Sunday or she shall risk arrest, fine, and/or jailing.
If an elephant is left tied to a parking meter, the parking fee has to be paid just as it would for a vehicle.
It is illegal to sing in a public place while attired in a swimsuit.
Men may not be seen publicly in any kind of strapless gown.
Having sexual relations with a porcupine is illegal.
It is illegal to skateboard without a license.
When having sex, only the missionary position is legal.
You may not fart in a public place after 6 P.M. on Thursdays.
It is considered an offense to shower naked.
You are not allowed to break more than three dishes per day, or chip the edges of more than four cups and/or saucers.
Oral sex is illegal.
You may not kiss your wife's breasts.
Penalty for horse theft is death by hanging.
One may not commit any "unnatural acts" with another person.
Unmarried couples may not commit "lewd acts" and live together in the same residence.
Corrupting the public morals is defined as a nuisance, and is declared a misdemeanor offense.
It is illegal to molest a Key deer. If caught one will be fined or will have to go to jail. (Big Pine Key)
It is against the city ordinance to hang your clothes outside on a clothesline. (Cape Coral)
It it illegal to park a pick-up truck in your driveway or in front of your house on the street. This law is limited to only those who do not own the house. (Cape Coral)
Owning a flower pot with water in it that isn't capable of draining is considered a public nuisance. (Daytona Beach)
Ambling and strolling is a misdemeanor. (Hialeah)
Persons may not tow a sled behind their bicycles. (Palm Bay)
Citizens may not be caught downtown without at least 10 dollars on their person. (Pensacola)
It is illegal to roll a barrel on any street, fines go up according to the contents of the barrel. (Pensacola)
A women can be fined (only after death), for being electrocuted in a bath-tub because of using self-beautification utensils. (Pensacola)
Stage nudity is banned, with the exception of "bona fide" theatrical performances. Violating this ordinance results in a $100 fine. (Sanford)
You may not catch crabs. (Sarasota)
All houses much have white picket fences and full-width, two-story porches. (Seaside)
Women may not expose their breasts while performing "topless dancing". (Tampa)
Lap dances must be given at least six feet away from a patron. (Tampa)
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