Walker, Texas Ranger: Trucker Than Most Truck Stops?
Chuck Norris. The man, the myth, the legend. Also, the guy who apparently went through trucks faster than a coyote through a discount chili factory. The iconic show, Walker, Texas Ranger, left us with many unforgettable moments: windmill roundhouse kicks, denim on denim fashion statements, and of course, the ever-present truck. But how many trucks did our roundhouse-kicking hero demolish in his quest for justice? Let's buckle up (or should we say, brace for impact?) and dive into the vehicular vortex that was Walker's garage.
The Great Truck Debate: A Tale of Two Dodges (and Maybe a Mystery GMC)
Now, for the eagle-eyed viewers out there, you might be thinking, "Hold on a second, wasn't it just one truck?" Well, that's where things get a little interesting. In the show's earlier seasons, Walker cruised around in a sleek GMC Sierra. But then, something magical (or perhaps contractual) happened. Enter the legendary Dodge Ram 1500. This became Walker's ride for the rest of the series, a testament to his rugged Texas spirit and, perhaps, his uncanny ability to total vehicles on a weekly basis.
Here's the rub: pinpointing the exact number of trucks Walker went through is a mystery shrouded in Texas heat haze. The internet offers whispers of stunt doubles, cleverly disguised repairs, and a whole fleet of Rams sacrificed in the name of cinematic justice.
Theories on the Trail of Crumbled Chrome:
- The Chuck Norris Theory: We all know Chuck Norris can build a barn with his bare hands and dismantle it with a single roundhouse kick. Maybe those kicks were a little too enthusiastic during filming? Just a theory.
- The Texas Two-Step: Texas Rangers are known for being tough. Maybe their trucks just couldn't handle the two-step treatment Walker dished out during high-speed chases.
- The Expendable Expendables: Hollywood stunt work is a dangerous business. Perhaps those incredible truck flips and jumps involved a revolving door of Rams meeting their maker (or junkyard, rather).
The Verdict: The Tex-istential Question
The truth, like Walker's roundhouse kick, remains a mystery. But one thing's for sure: the sheer number of trucks Walker went through is a testament to the show's commitment to action and, well, maybe a slightly excessive budget for chrome bumpers. So next time you see a Dodge Ram, remember, it could be the heir to a long lineage of trucks that dared to carry the Texas Ranger himself.