My Youtube Vids: Paraplegic's G35 Coupe
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My Youtube Vids: Paraplegic's G35 Coupe
Hey guys, long time no see! I haven't been around the forum much for a while because I've been busy with other projects but I thought I would drop by and share some videos.
Short story: I was paralyzed from the chest down in 2009 and have since had to slowly learn how to live with only the use of my arms and shoulders. It has been less than 2 years but I feel like I've made a ton of progress. It sounds cliche but a good attitude and an open mind make all the difference in the world for someone in my shoes.
I got an HD camera a few weeks back and have started making videos of how I do things in my daily routine. My goal is to hopefully help others in my same condition get back as much independence as possible. Everything I've learned has been trial and error...so hopefully others won't have to deal with as much error as I did.![Icon17](https://g35driver.com/forums/images/smilies/icon17.gif)
So one of the first places I wanted to start was how I drive my G35 and how I get in and out. I can't tell you how many dirty looks I get when I whip into a handicapped parking space in the G...and then they see me dump out a wheelchair. haha Check it out!
http://youtu.be/L3x9Zfe2MP4
http://youtu.be/iJ8shk40dnI
Short story: I was paralyzed from the chest down in 2009 and have since had to slowly learn how to live with only the use of my arms and shoulders. It has been less than 2 years but I feel like I've made a ton of progress. It sounds cliche but a good attitude and an open mind make all the difference in the world for someone in my shoes.
I got an HD camera a few weeks back and have started making videos of how I do things in my daily routine. My goal is to hopefully help others in my same condition get back as much independence as possible. Everything I've learned has been trial and error...so hopefully others won't have to deal with as much error as I did.
![Icon17](https://g35driver.com/forums/images/smilies/icon17.gif)
So one of the first places I wanted to start was how I drive my G35 and how I get in and out. I can't tell you how many dirty looks I get when I whip into a handicapped parking space in the G...and then they see me dump out a wheelchair. haha Check it out!
http://youtu.be/L3x9Zfe2MP4
http://youtu.be/iJ8shk40dnI
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Nice videos! and when you talked about manual mode I was like how the heck is he going to do that, its going to be weird, but that switch is awesome! How much was that module?
There is a member in our club down here he also is in a wheelchair he has a bar right under the steering wheel push for gas pull for brake.
There is a member in our club down here he also is in a wheelchair he has a bar right under the steering wheel push for gas pull for brake.
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I've seen both videos and just watched in awe at your optimism, determination and overall good-natured approach, thinking of how best to give you kudos for all of it.
But, after a long time just staring at this reply box, i could not come up with anything good enough to describe all of it.
So, for the lack of a better comment, you sir are an inspiration. You have my utmost respect and admiration.
But, after a long time just staring at this reply box, i could not come up with anything good enough to describe all of it.
So, for the lack of a better comment, you sir are an inspiration. You have my utmost respect and admiration.
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There is a member in our club down here he also is in a wheelchair he has a bar right under the steering wheel push for gas pull for brake.
![Smilie](https://g35driver.com/forums/images/smilies/smile.gif)
I've seen both videos and just watched in awe at your optimism, determination and overall good-natured approach, thinking of how best to give you kudos for all of it.
But, after a long time just staring at this reply box, i could not come up with anything good enough to describe all of it.
So, for the lack of a better comment, you sir are an inspiration. You have my utmost respect and admiration.
But, after a long time just staring at this reply box, i could not come up with anything good enough to describe all of it.
So, for the lack of a better comment, you sir are an inspiration. You have my utmost respect and admiration.
![Icon17](https://g35driver.com/forums/images/smilies/icon17.gif)
I just learned how to swim again and get in and out of the pool. Hard as hell at first and I sank like a stone...but just like anything, it's takes practice...and a TON of patience!
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