Brodie (aka Suicide) Knobs
 

These devices seem to be good for use in golf carts. Wonder why not many in The Villages use them.

Because "many in The Villages" know how to turn a steering wheel?????

Brodie
 

So, they do not know how to use a Brodie?

They don't need to know:1rotfl::1rotfl::1rotfl:

Same reason many states outlawed them in cars. It allows the vehicle to turn quicker than the reflexes of the driver can respond. We call that common sense.

Suicide knobs are great for slow moving farm equipment. Not so much for golf carts.

Grannie knobs attached to a steering wheel that isn't power assisted has broken and bruised many a thumb. They are handy like some grannies are but I prefer just the wheel.

Brodie
 

Like I said, folks do not know how to use one.

Then why would you use it , if you don’t need it. Poster is right about why many stats ban them , you turn wheel faster then reflexes work . Why do you think you need one anyway

You can't have a car with suicide doors without one.

Don’t need one, just use your knees.

Brodie
 

1. If the user turns the wheel using a Brodie that quickly, then, as I said, the user does not know how to use a Brodie.
2. I do not think I need one since I already have one.

Why

Brodie
 

Because I know how to use it.

Short wheelbase, no need for it. Will only encourage more erratic driving.

I guess he wants to use it JUST BECAUSE, there seems to be no other reason !!!! I just hope it isn’t a trend , I have to be careful enough with carts going over the line especially late at night lol and not knowing how to use something that I don’t need to use and is also barred for safety reasons in most states speaks for itself

Brodie
 

The short wheelbase and Brodie do not cause erratic driving. A driver driving that has a Brodie and does not know how to use it causes erratic driving.

brodie
 

So why don't you teach us all how to use one.

Really. You could of fooled me.

Brodie illegal?
 

Florida
No rules against knobs in Florida’s vehicle code.
Statutes & Constitution
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Online Sunshine

Illegal, probably not
 

Florida
No rules against knobs in Florida’s vehicle code.
Statutes & Constitution
:View Statutes
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Online Sunshine

Learn yourself
 

I do not think so.

National safety’s consul I quote the knobs should’ve only be used only at parking speed or bumper to bumper speed at higher speeds you become disconnected to the feel of steering which can the lead to loss of control , I already like the rest of us knew that, we should stop giving this guy attention, go Red Sox 9/3 and guy you can have all the fun with your knob I’m all done here

[QUOTE=charlieo1126@gmail.com;2018866]National safety’s consul I quote the knobs should’ve only be used only at parking speed or bumper to bumper speed at higher speeds you become disconnected to the feel of steering which can the lead to loss of control , I already like the rest of us knew that, we should stop giving this guy attention, go Red Sox 9/3 and guy you can have all the fun with your knob I’m all done here[/QUOTE

I have one on my cart and only use it when backing up to park or tight quarters...
:ho::popcorn:

I found it weird at first when it was on a rental golf cart I used, but then I found it fun to use. :coolsmiley:

I've had them on all my carts.

Brodie
 

I always thought that those knobs were used on vehicles such as farm equipment or trucks to aid in backing up. When the driver used to turn around in the seat and look out behind him while reversing, the knob allowed the driver to easily turn the wheel with the left hand. Without the knob, the wheel was difficult and awkward to turn in vehicles without power steering. I don’t think they were needed when driving forward.

I'm not the author but I had a steering wheel knob on my tractor up north and loved it. I now have one on my golf cart for some 7 years now, and it's much easier to drive with the knob. It may be what you're used to using that determines how you feel about it. I have no problems with it on my golf cart. I would not have one on my car which as power steering, as it's not necessary. Having it on my cart makes it easier to maneuver. I can see if someone isn't used to using a knob, they could be skeptical...but it's the old "walk a mile in my shoes before you tell me how to do it" phrase that fits this conversation. If you haven't tried it, don't be an expert!

Alternate Use?
 

A good friend of mine up North said they used to call them "Neckin Knobs" back in the day.

What
 

How so?

The only reason I’m reading this is because I can’t watch the news anymore!

Those things are older than the line dancing fad. 🙄🙄

Have one on my cart. Love it.

Never heard of Brodie ?? So I probably dont need it- doing fine driving!!!

Wow, lots of negativity on this thread over a pretty docile question.

My answer is: I don't know why they're not used but I'd like to try one to see if I like it. :)

Negativity
 

Welcome to the villages.

No, TOTV. not everyone in the villages.

This may be true. However, you....and the operative word is...YOU are now introducing a device onto a steering wheel that controls a vehicle, and this device must be maintained according to Florida law.
If you get into an accident, you, and you alone will now be put in the position of defending your actions...including the proper maintenance of the Brody knob. If it can be determined to any degree the knob was cracked, the screws were loose, or it was not 100% correctly installed, it will be a "casual factor" in an accident claim. Any lawyer worth their salt will exploit this.
The question is even though you can....is it worth it????

At the speed that you should be driving, why would you need one. In years past these knobs were outlawed because of their being unsafe

Following multiple months of knee surgeries and immobilizations, I had hand controls installed on my car when I lived in NJ. Since the law says you should drive with two hands on the wheel the installation company also installed a “suicide knob”. It was easy enough to use but did take a bit of time to get used to using. I believe that it would be helpful for people with shoulder issues. However, golf carts have such a low center of gravity I see visions of people flipping their carts. Not sure that they would be a good idea for most people.