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Old Jun 17, 2005 | 09:48 AM
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Only problem with a 6 speed is......
You have to shift it!

An A4 owner. Best of luck in your recovery
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Old Jun 17, 2005 | 12:12 PM
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I purchased my Z06 4- 5. Went in for cervical surgury 5-11.Was unable to drive any car for a month. Finaly got back in the Vette two days ago.
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Old Jun 17, 2005 | 12:18 PM
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time to learn to shift with your left hand.

feel better soon.
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Old Jun 17, 2005 | 12:27 PM
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Couldn't you sit in the car, make 350 noises and practice shifting (albeit gently) as physical therapy?
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Old Jun 17, 2005 | 09:56 PM
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Originally Posted by Ron C!
Been there, done that. 8 Cordisone shots over a 15 month period of time, then surgery. Not much fun. Was in a cast for 6 weeks after the cuttin' was done.
Oh man thanks for making me feel better!!

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Old Jun 17, 2005 | 10:58 PM
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Well, I reinjured it numerous times, which resulted in the repeated shots and eventually the surgery. I worked for Pan Am throwing luggage and it just never was allowed to heal. Just take it easy and let it heal up.
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Old Jun 17, 2005 | 11:12 PM
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Originally Posted by PHPD7102
When you tear the tendon over the top of your right elbow you cant drive your dang vette until your arms out of the sling!!!!!
all my cars are stick...I guess I better get an an auto trans for my work car just in case!
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Old Jun 18, 2005 | 03:31 AM
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my friend had his whole hand and arm in a cast and he drove his stick honda. just drive like your grandmother and bring your hand across to shift. hey you cant be driving as bad as those idiots who cant drive and use a cell phone at the same time.
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