We have enough engineers here on the forum. We can build an alternator powered pacemaker. He would get the SI Upgrade with a red cap Optima in a front mount location.

Someone could fiberglass a custom backpack to hold the alternator, with red LED marker lamps to allow people to see him.

The front pack would house the battery, some spare parts, and front lights for visibility.

We could even streamline it, and paint it a nice shade of Stinger Yellow.

Just need to figure out how to power the alternator enough to continually provide power to the battery and motor that drives the alt.


Then, we can devise a 110v power inverter driven circuit... One electrode under each arm pit...
It cycles at a set pattern to jolt his heart into rhythm.

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quote Originally posted by maryjane: I was unaware he had Asperger's disorder. He had posted about it while I was offline for over 1 year, but mentioned it in his post at the start of this thread. Adult Asperger patients have a difficult time 'reading' other people's emotions--even face to face and they are almost Spock-like themselves, meaning logic driven instead of emotionally driven.. /\ Sounds just like him doesn't it?

I sat across from him for breakfast one of the morning at wheatfest. (or maybe fierorama 05)
I'll just say, he's not one for idle chit-chat.

quote Originally posted by Synthesis: We have enough engineers here on the forum. We can build an alternator powered pacemaker. He would get the SI Upgrade with a red cap Optima in a front mount location. Someone could fiberglass a custom backpack to hold the alternator, with red LED marker lamps to allow people to see him. The front pack would house the battery, some spare parts, and front lights for visibility. We could even streamline it, and paint it a nice shade of Stinger Yellow. Just need to figure out how to power the alternator enough to continually provide power to the battery and motor that drives the alt. Then, we can devise a 110v power inverter driven circuit... One electrode under each arm pit... It cycles at a set pattern to jolt his heart into rhythm.

The first thing I thought of was ironman....

Jazzman/James,
Best of luck to you, thoughts and prayers follow.

quote Originally posted by buddycraigg: I sat across from him for breakfast one of the morning at wheatfest. (or maybe fierorama 05) I'll just say, he's not one for idle chit-chat.

I myself have Adult Asperger's Syndrome, and my oldest daughter shows signs of it as well.

I tend to be extremely talkative, maybe over compensation for my isolated childhood. I don't read people well at all, and sometimes don't pick up on sarcasm and tones.

It is a difficult thing to cope with when you are trying to fit in. There have been times when even the Minnesota group here, while normally open and inviting to anyone and everyone have seemed like strangers to me. Nothing against them, but there are times when I feel like I am unwelcome due to something I said, or did, or my behavior.

It can be difficult to feel like part of a group. Maybe that is why Jazz is so surprised that we have all banded together in support for him.

quote Originally posted by Synthesis: We have enough engineers here on the forum. We can build an alternator powered pacemaker. He would get the SI Upgrade with a red cap Optima in a front mount location. Someone could fiberglass a custom backpack to hold the alternator, with red LED marker lamps to allow people to see him. The front pack would house the battery, some spare parts, and front lights for visibility. We could even streamline it, and paint it a nice shade of Stinger Yellow. Just need to figure out how to power the alternator enough to continually provide power to the battery and motor that drives the alt. Then, we can devise a 110v power inverter driven circuit... One electrode under each arm pit... It cycles at a set pattern to jolt his heart into rhythm.

There is a better way.


Hang in there JazzMan hope you are feeling better soon.

I'm not one for cold-calling folks out of the blue. Odds are there'd be lots of dead silence..

Example:

me.. "Hows it going"
you.. "eh"
me... "Ohh really"
you "yeah".
me "bummer".
you "yeah.. bummer"
me "sucks.." ..............


So... I just hope you get better. Maybe it will turn out to be something simple.. like too much caffeine intake or something. (wishful thinking?)

Speedy recovery to you Jazzman and come back to the forum SOON!

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1988 Fiero GT 2.8L V6
2001 Grand Prix GTP SC3.8L V6

quote Originally posted by Synthesis: We have enough engineers here on the forum. We can build an alternator powered pacemaker. He would get the SI Upgrade with a red cap Optima in a front mount location. Someone could fiberglass a custom backpack to hold the alternator, with red LED marker lamps to allow people to see him. The front pack would house the battery, some spare parts, and front lights for visibility. We could even streamline it, and paint it a nice shade of Stinger Yellow. Just need to figure out how to power the alternator enough to continually provide power to the battery and motor that drives the alt. Then, we can devise a 110v power inverter driven circuit... One electrode under each arm pit... It cycles at a set pattern to jolt his heart into rhythm.

This does sound like a great idea, but inevitably someone would slip a Fiero part in and he would end up with heartburn for the rest of his life!

James, you are in my prayers.

Aaron

Hang in there guy ! They can do some pretty amazing things these days, and there are some options available if the procedure cost's start getting real steep (talk to your Doctor about this).

I spent 8 hrs on the operating table back in 1995, getting my aorta replaced from heart to both legs with synthetic pipe. I was even dead for a while on the table while they plumbed me up. Luckily for me, I didn't have much time to worry about financial impact, as I was rushed in, and Blue Cross covered the entire procedure. Start exploring all possible aid to minimize/help with the cost impact.

Wow, good luck to you Jazz. Our prayers for you with a full and healthy recovery.
My Dad went through this last year and that was scary enough for all of us.
Best wishes.

Steve, Alayne & Family

Hang in there James. He's right it is amazing what can be done now. Most Doctors put so much negative annotation to their diagnosis just to protect themself. It doesn't make it any easier but you have to keep your chin up and hope for the best. My family and I will have you in our prayers. If you need anything give me a call. You have my number. Since you may not have access to this I'll give you a call and see how you are doing.

Good Luck and God Speed, My Friend.

Bob

James.
a customers car that was here for clutch slave work just had it's column destroyed cause they wanted to steal it.
you need to walk me through putting it back together.

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Best Wishes has anyone talked to Jazz?

quote Originally posted by fiero go fast: The first thing I thought of was ironman....

Yea me too, but our cars are made out of plastic...

I know for a fact more people are reading this and sending well wishes, prayers and good vibes than have written.
Keep in touch with him and keep us all updated.

yeah, 1500+ views in 72 hrs says something good. I did not talk to him today as I had to work, and forgot my cell ph, but I see several others have and reported here.

Good luck James.

Give me a call if you want. Same number.

HAGO!

After three attempts ( got the voice mail thingie twice ), I managed to get to speak to James last night. He is stunned by the amount of support he has been getting..calls, messages, etc etc. He sounded tired, but seems to be doing ok, considering. Stress has a lot to answer for..kills more people than anything, I reckon.
Godspeed James, it was great to actually get to talk with you!!
Nick

I t/w James not too long ago. His spirits sounded good, I think he is looking forward to leaving the hospital.

They are going to try to regulate his problem with meds, and he will have an appointment with the electric heart guy within a few weeks.

He said he should be able to post tomorrow, I know your love and support has meant a lot to him over the past few days.

Get well soon James! Our thoughts and prayers go out to you.
With much Aloha,
Tom

quote Originally posted by blakeinspace: I t/w James not too long ago. His spirits sounded good, I think he is looking forward to leaving the hospital. They are going to try to regulate his problem with meds, and he will have an appointment with the electric heart guy within a few weeks. He said he should be able to post tomorrow, I know your love and support has meant a lot to him over the past few days.

I just spoke with Jazzman, he was in the parking lot of the hospital and heading home. Again, he repeated that I should tell all of you thanks and that he is not dead so stay away from his Fiero.

Ron

Just don't get pulled over on the way home.

The last thing we need is an officer's report to say "He screamed "Don't taze me Bro!" just before I tazed him and he died."

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quote Originally posted by JazzMan: An update: Love you all! (never though I'd say that!) James

Hey! Let's not get carried away here.

Ron

quote Originally posted by JazzMan: An update: I'm out of the hospital, sore as heck in the groin area (you guys know how that feels) and tired. At the library, out of time for a longer post now, have been reading all responses. I want to cry. In a good way. Will be back online tomorrow night with more details. Love you all! (never though I'd say that!) James

Thanks, James. I just started to cry in front of my students. Couldn't write you back until I got home for fear of welling up. (30 teenagers pointing and whispering...)

Glad to see you post. It was hard to read your progress from others, but insightful (thank everyone for updating us)

Most Glad-est to see you home.

Myke
Can I have a Fiero now?

Yay!! You're back!!!

Good to see your name in lights again!!

Knock it off with the love you all stuff.........that's my line!!

Glad you are back! I know I havent posted but I had nothing to say! I been paying attention though. Good luck with the rest of your life! Next time, listen to the doctor!

We all love you too, and eachother, we are a big community of friends who share common interests, seeing any one of us in any kind of pain or danger to their lives would make us all worry! We havent talked much but I already know you are a really cool guy James! don't you ever scare us like that again

Never had a doubt in my mind. Glad you're out and hope you're feeling better.

John Stricker

quote Originally posted by JazzMan: An update: I'm out of the hospital, sore as heck in the groin area (you guys know how that feels) and tired. At the library, out of time for a longer post now, have been reading all responses. I want to cry. In a good way. Will be back online tomorrow night with more details. Love you all! (never though I'd say that!) James

Great to see you're back. I've been checking this thread almost ever hour to see if there were any updated. Glad to hear all things went well!!

Glad to see you out of the hospital.

Glad to hear the good news, its good to know that some people (namely automotive enthusiasts in general) are still interested in others. As much as your recovery is great for you its really good for the rest of this community as well - thanks for sharing.

Best wishes for a speedy recovery!

Woo Hoo!! Good to see you got home!! Hang in there... take care of yourself... try not to stress too much over anything... and here's hoping the Dr.'s get the right combination that works the best for you!!

Thanks to all of you who kept the rest of us updated.. some of us are shy...

Again, glad to hear you're on the mend Jazzman, we'll keep our prayers going for you!!

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Glad you're back
Knowing you ( not personally ) but here , I wouldn't be suprise that you post a Topic with all pics and details of the procedure they've done to you LOL
Welcome back men .
And pretty soon that will be another memory , after they gonna fix a medication to control the clicker .
I've been through a similar thing , my beat was 120 a minute had to have the electrode to get it at normal rate .

quote Originally posted by JazzMan: An update: I'm out of the hospital, sore as heck in the groin area (you guys know how that feels) and tired. At the library, out of time for a longer post now, have been reading all responses. I want to cry. In a good way. Will be back online tomorrow night with more details. Love you all! (never though I'd say that!) James

Preserved for the record.

Glad you're doing ok, James.
Take care of yourself.

From reading what is going on with you now, James, I'm guessing it might be atrial fibrillation. That's the problem my wife has. She had quite a ride until they got the right meds, but they've finally found one that has stopped the atrial fib altogether. But, it's only a stopgap measure....she will eventually have to have the ablation surgery that has been mentioned in earlier posts. The doctors here hoped to find a medicine that would control it for a while yet....the ablation surgery has been done for a while now, but it's still a relatively new procedure. I hope the doctors are able to find a med that works for you...in my wife's case, this was the last med they had....they had prescribed all of the others that were available, but they didn't work. The last one that they could try was the one that worked...and has for probably almost 2 years now. I just wanted you to know that, while atrial fib is something serious, it's also not a "death sentence". Some people are in constant atrial fib, and go through life with little trouble. My mother in law is one of them.

And of course, if it's NOT atrial fib that you have, disregard this message.....

Glad to see you're up and around again.... "D

Glad you are out.

How do your fingernails smell today?

quote Originally posted by JazzMan: Love you all!

ewwww
i feel like i need a bath after that.

quote Originally posted by JazzMan: Love you all!

quote Originally posted by buddycraigg: ewwww i feel like i need a bath after that.

ewwww...liberals. I hate it when they get all mushy.

Welcome back, Jazz. Best wishes on your recovery.

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Fantastic news!!

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1986 SE 350 V8

quote Originally posted by JazzMan: Love you all! (never though I'd say that!) James

...But you're still not getting my Bud Light.

Seriously though, glad to hear from you and we are all pulling for you James!!!

Rich