Side And Rear Entry Wheelchair Vans

Side entry Wheelchair vans are converted by cutting the frames of vans and replacing the floors with lowered ones which are more accessible by wheelchairs. The reduced angle of inclination gives the ramp a gentle slope that a wheelchair can easily climb. The new floor is made stronger than the old one and an anchoring system is installed to hold the wheelchair in place. The air conditioning and the heater lines may be cut and replaced when the converted van is being put together.

With rear entry van, on the other hand, the fuel tank is repositioned from the back of the van. While the floor is also lowered the ground clearance is maintained and as a result rear entry vans are better for use in the snow or in mountainous regions. However, because the tank is repositioned, federal laws mandate that third-party highway crash testing be done to ascertain the safety of a rear entry van. Furthermore, with rear entry Mobility Vans, there is no need for reserved handicap parking spaces.

The rear entry handicap van maintains the same ground clearance as you would receive from the original manufacturer. This is especially important in hilly or mountainous areas. Speed bumps are no longer an issue and parking anywhere is always an advantage. The largest advantage of the rear entry wheelchair van is that you never get someone parked to close for loading and unloading. Weather conditions also have to be taken into consideration.

There are many seating options available with the rear entry van. Mid row seating for the wheelchair occupant assures that the family atmosphere is maintained. This type of seating also allows a caregiver to be seated next to the disabled person for assistance if required. Suction machines and other live giving equipment can be used due to optional electrical upgrades.

With so many options in where to purchase Mobility Vans, the process can be a bit overwhelming. You want to buy a product you can trust and rely on and a company to back that up. Mo Abusham uses mobility products himself, “I personally have been using mobility products for over twenty years and buying a van from a local mobility company with people that are ready and willing to help is critical.”

It is important to do your research and weigh your options when making a purchase. Give yourself peace of mind by knowing you are getting a high quality product with a company and the service to back it up. Buying from a VMI dealer such as Better Life Mobility, ensures you that you are buying from a company that is bonded, licensed and insured to sell in California and Nevada. Having a license in the state of purchase gives you recourse and strict enforcement for any violations. As with any purchase it’s important to remember that you get what you pay for. Using a dealer will save you with service, satisfaction and reassurance knowing that that if something goes wrong your mobility dealer are there when you need it.

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