DIY fix to lost reverse gear is cheaper than a new transmission

This guy doesn’t let a lack of revere gear in his Nissan Pathfinder keep up from getting around. A system of chains and rollers is a unique but clearly functional solution to the problem.

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Sometimes in life money gets tight, and the funds just aren’t there to make a repair on your vehicle. What proves someone’s mettle is how that person deals with it, and this guy deserves a medal for his ingenuity.

According to the YouTube description, the man’s Nissan Pathfinder lost reverse gear, and this system of chains and rollers has been his fix until he can really get it repaired. Trying this stunt in a crowded parking lot could get a little scary, but for leaving home, this might be all you would need.

Also, we have to applaud the father/son bonding on display in this clip. The driver’s kid acts as lookout to tell dad when the SUV gets on the rollers. That little boy now has a story to impress his friends for years to come.