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Crystal Lake, Illinois: Man Made of Mufflers Mailbox (Gone)

A man made of mufflers holds a mailbox while a little metal dog bites the poor guy's leg.

Directions:
On the north side of Hwy 176/W. Terra Cotta Ave. just east of its intersection with US Hwy 14/N. Virginia St.
Hours:
June 2019: Reported gone.
Status:
Gone

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Man Made of Mufflers Mailbox

Out and about today, Roadside American-ing on this cold day in June 2019. Sadly, this muffler mailbox is no longer there.

[Sue Kelly, 06/16/2019]

Car parts man.

Man Made of Mufflers Mailbox

Not your traditional "Muffler Man," but he IS made of mufflers. This stands on a rather busy street, so photos can be a bit tricky. Please use caution!

[Perfect Pair, 07/06/2013]

Crystal Lake has been home to two giant-size fiberglass Muffler Men. This metal pipsqueak is part of a proud but separate tradition of making people out of discarded car parts.


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