The E-Fix Power Conversion

My frustrations have grown greatly over the fact that Jack is not able to use his wheelchair independently -- the sole purpose for having wheels is FREEDOM! I have had it up to my eyeballs with our current vendor. I've been trying to get a system that will propel Jack's chair when he pushes only on the right side. Come to find out it doesn't exist for his brand of chair. I was discouraged and started looking online. Months of waiting and calling totally WAISTED!! I found something called the E-FIX (on the site click on E-FIX) and let me say I WANT THIS FOR JACK so very much!!!! Check it out!! It easily converts your existing manual wheelchair into a powerchair!



1. A simple bracket connected to the power distribution unit is installed on the wheelchair frame.

2. The manual wheels are removed and the E.fix wheels are "plugged in". (Existing manual wheels may be interchangeable with the E.fix drive wheels.)

With a turn of the wheel hub, users can choose between manual and power operation.



3. The joystick controller is mounted to the wheelchair frame.This component is quick release for easy removal.



4. The nylon battery pack is attached using Velcro straps. The power distribution unit plugs into the face of the battery pack as it sits in the pouch. To fold the wheelchair, only the battery pack needs to be removed.

Here's a google image of the system attached to a manual chair...



There are so many reasons why this seems like it's ideal for us. It's utilizing his existing chair -- we love his chair and the portability factor (we don't need a lift) -- he fits well in the seat and you can switch between power and manual modes.

I contacted a new vendor and he's going to work with us to try and get this system for Jack!

Here is the printable brochure (PDF)...

I am hopeful that this will truly let Jack be independent!!