Donald's Tire Trouble

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Donald drives too fast and blows out a tire. Of course, with this clown, changing it is not a simple operation. First he has to fight the jack, then the heavily patched inner tube, then the ... Read allDonald drives too fast and blows out a tire. Of course, with this clown, changing it is not a simple operation. First he has to fight the jack, then the heavily patched inner tube, then the adhesive on the patch, then the pump, then the hassle of putting the tire back together. F... Read allDonald drives too fast and blows out a tire. Of course, with this clown, changing it is not a simple operation. First he has to fight the jack, then the heavily patched inner tube, then the adhesive on the patch, then the pump, then the hassle of putting the tire back together. Finally, he's all done, and ... well, let's just say he's not going anywhere too quickly.

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Clarence Nash

Donald Duck
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- Dick Lundy
Writers
- Carl Barks
- Harry Reeves
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8apararas

Classic nervous Donald

From the tire the efforts and the end with the large wheels Don's patience is tested.Laugh with your soul.

7planktonrules

You have to understand the context to get the most of this cartoon.

When seen today, "Donoald's Tire Trouble" might not make sense to many younger viewers. First, Donald's tire is a mess because during WWII, there was a tire shortage and most folks at home were not allowed to buy new tires or innertubes...hence all the many rubber patched. Second, the anatomy of tires has changed...and innertube-less tires are the norm.

The cartoon is very short and simple. Donald is driving his car like a maniac when he gets a flat. He spends the rest of the film trying, in vain, to fix it. Because the plot is so simple, I would not place it among the better cartoons in the series but like all Donald Duck cartoons, it's still well worth seeing.

10TheLittleSongbird

Donald's Tire Trouble

I have always loved Disney and Donald Duck as I have said quite a number of times. Donald's Tire Trouble is another entertaining cartoon, while very funny it also gently pokes fun at the rubber shortage caused by rationing during World War II. The animation is pristine, bursting with colour and beauty. True, the blurring effect with the car is dated but compared to the small amount it is featured it is not so much an issue for me. The music is typically energetic and Donald with impeccable voice work as ever from Clarence Nash is temperamental and likable.

In conclusion, terrific, entertaining cartoon. 10/10 Bethany Cox

Michael_Elliott

Fix a Flat Won't Work

Donald's Tire Trouble (1943)

*** (out of 4)

Donald is out in the country speeding along in his car when suddenly he gets a flat tire. What should be an easy fix turns into a nightmare.

DONALD'S TIRE TROUBLE isn't what I'd consider a Disney classic but if you're a fan of the little duck then you should have a good time with it. Basically we get a lot of action as poor Donald keeps trying to get the tire fixed only to run into another problem. The short really didn't make me laugh but the animation itself was creative enough to where it kept me entertained throughout the running time. The highlight certainly happens towards the end when Donald has reached his limits and a breakdown follows.

10OllieSuave-007

One of my favorite Donald Duck cartoons.

This is one of my favorite Donald Duck cartoon shorts, where he goes on a joyride in his roofless car. After going faster than a speeding bullet, he blows out a tire. What follows are one hilarious attempt after the other in jacking up the car, getting the tire off, patching the tire, and putting the tire back on the axle.

When you see the insides of the tire, it is noticeable that he has reused it one too many times, as it is patched up with all sorts of different objects such as a rubber glove and duct tape. This is classic Donald in his un-handy but quick thinking skills. And, Donald's expressions and reactions as he get stuck in the tire and gets tape glued to his mouth are priceless.

Overall, a cartoon that would send laughs and tears to everyone!

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The short is a commentary on wartime rationing in the U.S.A, and the rubber shortage during World War II. Donald admits as much himself when he examines the well-worn tube and gripes, "Doggone rubber shortage!".