RH Hip Replacement--Can You Get In and OUT?

[DRM500RUBYZR-1]

An Important Tip:


When entering or exiting the vehicle DO NOT grab the steering wheel!
The wheel has a universal joint to permit the up and down tilt functions.
It was not designed for lateral stress, and if done repeatedly, you will begin to notice that the wheel begins to move from side to side, and the u joint will eventually fail. While repairable, it takes time, and therefore may become an expensive repair.


Instead of grabbing the wheel, grab the A post (windshield pillar) instead.
It actually provides better leverage, and there is nothing that can be easily broken.


I also while using the A post, jam my left shoulder/arm into the rear door jamb area and push forward with my upper arm while holding the a post with my right.


It also helps to have the rear part of the bottom seat raised when getting in or out.


I rarely have a problem getting in or out EXCEPT if the door cannot be fully opened, which then limits swinging your leg and foot in.


Good luck to all with their "replacements".
Marty

[tgonyaw]

Great posts full of advice and insights based on practical, hands on applications.
Hard to beat a "seasoned professional" in the real world!!!
Thanks to all

[FU]

You old guy's have a lot of problems.

[Vetman]

I have had both knees replaced. I do likewise using the A pillar with left hand, right foot in, swing butt in using right hand on upper right bolster and plop😆😆. Never use the steering column or console door.

[Paul Workman]

Well, I have two things going for me (I hope):

First: Back when I bought my Z in 2007, the first mod was to get rid of the sport seats and replaced them with standard seats out of a 95 C4. Best mod I ever did - far as comfort/drivability goes!!

Second: This hip crap hid me suddenly just 2 years ago: hit me like a hammer. So, I've been sitting and spinning (or dragging) my legs in for 2 years now. Got that maneuver down purdy good!

But, really... getting rid of those hideous "sport seats" was the best thing I ever did, far as enjoyment of the car goes.

[HAWAIIZR-1]

Best wishes for a full recovery. I don’t know my input will help, but since I replaced my steering wheel with a quick release aftermarket wheel it is much easier to get in and out. Since there is no steering wheel in the way it just seem so for me. I don’t have bad hips and only bad knees. I also won’t ever be able to use or lean on the steering wheel to mess that up. My 90Z column had the messed up joint mention from previous owners using it to get in/out I assume.

Having said this, most folks won’t want to remove the air bag. Me, I fear that damn thing more and take my chances figuring if I had my old 68 Camaro Z/28 I would be driving around without an air bag anyway.


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[32valvesftw]

Hips are ok but, 4 abdominal surgeries has taken their toll. I do the "sit and spin" as Paul puts it.

[XfireZ51]

The D shaped wheel also helps when tilted full up.