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DRM500RUBYZR-1 · 05-21-2019

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 · 05-21-2019

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 · 05-21-2019

You old guy's have a lot of problems.

Vetman · 05-21-2019

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 · 05-22-2019

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 · 05-22-2019

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 · 05-22-2019

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

XfireZ51 · 05-22-2019

The D shaped wheel also helps when tilted full up.

05-21-2019	#11
DRM500RUBYZR-1 Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Mullica Hill, New Jersey Posts: 2,593	Re: RH Hip Replacement--Can You Get In and OUT? 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

05-21-2019	#12
tgonyaw Join Date: May 2018 Location: VA Posts: 201	Re: RH Hip Replacement--Can You Get In and OUT? 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

05-21-2019	#13
FU Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Found Member Posts: 4,346	Re: RH Hip Replacement--Can You Get In and OUT? You old guy's have a lot of problems. __________________ Frank Urbo. NCM Lifetime member # 982 Registry Founding # 237

05-21-2019	#14
Vetman Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Yakima Washington Posts: 401	Re: RH Hip Replacement--Can You Get In and OUT? 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. __________________ Jim 1990 Z # 2441 1959 c-1 230 HP 4 speed frost blue/silver 3 owner 2011 cts-v 556 HP, manual 6 speed 1955 chev 2dr ht PP 265 3 speed w/OD

05-22-2019	#15
Paul Workman Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Squires (near Ava MO in the Mark Twain N'tl Forest) - Missouri Posts: 6,493	Re: RH Hip Replacement--Can You Get In and OUT? 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. __________________ Good carz, good food, good friendz = the best of timez! 90 #1202 "FBI" top end ported & relieved Cam timing by "Pete the Greek" Sans secondaries Chip & dyno tuning by Haibeck Automotive SW headers, X-pipe, MF muffs Former Secretary, ZR-1 Net Registry

05-22-2019	#16
HAWAIIZR-1 Join Date: May 2010 Location: Japan Posts: 3,587	RH Hip Replacement--Can You Get In and OUT? 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. Sent from my iPhone using ZR-1 Net Registry __________________ Craig "ZR-1 NO KA 'OI" "ZR-1 ICHIBAN" 1995 #228 Black/Black with Dunn Heads ZR-1 owner since September 2003 ZR-1 Net Registry Founding Member #0074 NCM Lifetime Member #2048 Last edited by HAWAIIZR-1; 05-22-2019 at 09:30 AM.

05-22-2019	#17
32valvesftw Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: Texas Posts: 530	Re: RH Hip Replacement--Can You Get In and OUT? Hips are ok but, 4 abdominal surgeries has taken their toll. I do the "sit and spin" as Paul puts it.

05-22-2019	#18
XfireZ51 Join Date: May 2007 Location: Chicagoland, IL Posts: 9,708	Re: RH Hip Replacement--Can You Get In and OUT? The D shaped wheel also helps when tilted full up. __________________ [SIGPIC][/SIGPIC]Former Membership Chairman Former ZR-1 Registry - BOD 1972 Corvette 4speed base Coupe SOLD long time ago 1984 Corvette Z-51/4+3 SOLD 1992 Corvette ZR-1 Aqua/Gray #474 SOLD 1992 Corvette ZR-1 Black Rose/Cognac #458 2014 Honda VFR Interceptor DX Last edited by XfireZ51; 03-08-2024 at 03:09 PM.