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My Mobility Scooter
May 02, 2017, 09:28 AM
JALLENMy Mobility Scooter
I have now gotten a mobility scooter to get around.
LinkI've been practicing with the electric scooters at Costco and HEB. I did knock over a tomato display at HEB early on, and scared a few old ladies, but haven't actually hit anyone so far.
It can be disassembled and loaded in the back of my RX350.
This thing has a mini trailer hitch on the back. Does anyone know if there is a lawn mower deck attachment?
Luckily, I have enough willpower to control the driving ambition that rages within me.
When you had the votes, we did things your way. Now, we have the votes and you will be doing things our way. This lesson in political reality from Lyndon B. Johnson
"Some things are apparent. Where government moves in, community retreats, civil society disintegrates and our ability to control our own destiny atrophies. The result is: families under siege; war in the streets; unapologetic expropriation of property; the precipitous decline of the rule of law; the rapid rise of corruption; the loss of civility and the triumph of deceit. The result is a debased, debauched culture which finds moral depravity entertaining and virtue contemptible." - Justice Janice Rogers Brown May 02, 2017, 09:34 AM
BamaJeepsterquote:
Originally posted by JALLEN:
I've been practicing with the electric scooters at Costco and HEB. I did knock over a tomato display at HEB early on, and scared a few old ladies, but haven't actually hit anyone so far.
A little more practice and time in the saddle and you'll be hitting people right and left, don't give up you'll get the hang of it!!
Congrats on the new wheels and freedom of movement!
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- John Adams May 02, 2017, 09:38 AM
BamaJeepsterThe forum gearheads will have a few recommended mods for you:
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“Facts are stubborn things; and whatever may be our wishes, our inclinations, or the dictates of our passions, they cannot alter the state of facts and evidence.”
- John Adams May 02, 2017, 09:39 AM
nighthawkI would put a few electric cattle prods on the front and back so people will give you more "personal space".
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May 02, 2017, 09:44 AM
egregoreMissile launcher. "Won't get outta my way? Take
that!"
May 02, 2017, 09:50 AM
Balzé HalzéDoes it come with a mini bar?
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May 02, 2017, 09:57 AM
AeteoclesYou are going to need a cup holder.
https://www.amazon.com/s/ref=n...1&crid=1U4QTZBJBVY1UMay 02, 2017, 10:19 AM
Dallas239I don't know what you'll be towing with it, but if you need help getting it in the SUV, they make little cranes for that. My step dad had a very similar scooter and a crane in the back of his SUV.
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May 02, 2017, 10:32 AM
jhe888My mother-in-law immediately hit several people with hers.
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JALLENquote:
Originally posted by Dallas239:
I don't know what you'll be towing with it, but if you need help getting it in the SUV, they make little cranes for that. My step dad had a very similar scooter and a crane in the back of his SUV.
I see some on racks on the rear of cars and SUVs that have a trailer hitch. Lexus wants $1,000 to add a trailer hitch to the RX350. I'm not willing to pay that.
Taking it apart is not that bad, and so easy even a lawyer can do it. It weighs 80-90 lbs all together. The heaviest part is the batteries. I lift the seat off the post, take the batteries off and fold down the steering post, and it fits nicely inside.
The range is supposed to be 14 miles on a charge. We'll see.
Luckily, I have enough willpower to control the driving ambition that rages within me.
When you had the votes, we did things your way. Now, we have the votes and you will be doing things our way. This lesson in political reality from Lyndon B. Johnson
"Some things are apparent. Where government moves in, community retreats, civil society disintegrates and our ability to control our own destiny atrophies. The result is: families under siege; war in the streets; unapologetic expropriation of property; the precipitous decline of the rule of law; the rapid rise of corruption; the loss of civility and the triumph of deceit. The result is a debased, debauched culture which finds moral depravity entertaining and virtue contemptible." - Justice Janice Rogers Brown May 02, 2017, 10:39 AM
Spokane228One word. Cowcatcher.
May 02, 2017, 10:42 AM
doublesharpquote:
Originally posted by JALLEN:
quote:
Originally posted by Dallas239:
I don't know what you'll be towing with it, but if you need help getting it in the SUV, they make little cranes for that. My step dad had a very similar scooter and a crane in the back of his SUV.
I see some on racks on the rear of cars and SUVs that have a trailer hitch. Lexus wants $1,000 to add a trailer hitch to the RX350. I'm not willing to pay that.
Taking it apart is not that bad, and so easy even a lawyer can do it. It weighs 80-90 lbs all together. The heaviest part is the batteries. I lift the seat off the post, take the batteries off and fold down the steering post, and it fits nicely inside.
The range is supposed to be 14 miles on a charge. We'll see.
Beats the hell out of staying home. Go get em tiger!
I've used etrailer for several things and found them very reputable. I bought a hitch for my Ridgeline and it was a direct bolt on using holes already there. Looks like Lexus 350 is the same.
https://www.etrailer.com/hitch-2012_Lexus_RX+350.htm
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May 02, 2017, 10:43 AM
Hamden106quote:
Originally posted by Spokane228:
One word. Cowcatcher.
Really only needed at Wallmart
Moooove over.
May 02, 2017, 10:53 AM
WarhorseCongrats on your newfound mobility!
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May 02, 2017, 10:53 AM
TXJIMquote:
Originally posted by JALLEN:
quote:
Originally posted by Dallas239:
I don't know what you'll be towing with it, but if you need help getting it in the SUV, they make little cranes for that. My step dad had a very similar scooter and a crane in the back of his SUV.
I see some on racks on the rear of cars and SUVs that have a trailer hitch. Lexus wants $1,000 to add a trailer hitch to the RX350. I'm not willing to pay that.
Taking it apart is not that bad, and so easy even a lawyer can do it. It weighs 80-90 lbs all together. The heaviest part is the batteries. I lift the seat off the post, take the batteries off and fold down the steering post, and it fits nicely inside.
The range is supposed to be 14 miles on a charge. We'll see.
Have you tried anyone other than Lexus? Plenty of aftermarket trailer hitch options that can be installed for 1/3 of the cost quoted by Lexus.
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May 02, 2017, 10:55 AM
JALLENquote:
Originally posted by doublesharp:
Beats the hell out of staying home. Go get em tiger!
I've used etrailer for several things and found them very reputable. I bought a hitch for my Ridgeline and it was a direct bolt on using holes already there. Looks like Lexus 350 is the same.
https://www.etrailer.com/hitch-2012_Lexus_RX+350.htm
Thanks for that. I had no idea about stuff like that.
Luckily, I have enough willpower to control the driving ambition that rages within me.
When you had the votes, we did things your way. Now, we have the votes and you will be doing things our way. This lesson in political reality from Lyndon B. Johnson
"Some things are apparent. Where government moves in, community retreats, civil society disintegrates and our ability to control our own destiny atrophies. The result is: families under siege; war in the streets; unapologetic expropriation of property; the precipitous decline of the rule of law; the rapid rise of corruption; the loss of civility and the triumph of deceit. The result is a debased, debauched culture which finds moral depravity entertaining and virtue contemptible." - Justice Janice Rogers Brown May 02, 2017, 11:02 AM
Jimbo54Tom Sneva has a 750cc motorcycle engine in his golf cart that can go 104 mph. Give him a call for some modification tips.
Jim
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May 02, 2017, 11:08 AM
LS1 GTODon't forget the pair of 6" separates and 10" woofer.
They'll hear you a commin'.
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May 02, 2017, 11:09 AM
sjtillKeep us updated on mods and bumper stickers.
My brother has used one of these for years due to his chronic fatigue.
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