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Old Feb 20, 2012 | 11:28 AM
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As some of you are aware, Lars Grimsrud had some medical issues a few years ago with neck nerve problems. He was losing usage of one arm. He had a serious surgery procedure that corrected the problem, up until about two months ago. He has been undergoing less invasive treatment, but to no avail.

I think we can all agree that his unselfish service to the automotive community has been invaluable, and we wish him speedy and effective treatment.

Our thoughts are with you brother.

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Old Feb 20, 2012 | 11:40 AM
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Lars,

Hang in there buddy! Here's to your speedy recovery.
I truly miss you posting here.

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Old Feb 20, 2012 | 11:43 AM
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Originally Posted by rponfick
As some of you are aware, Lars Grimsrud had some medical issues a few years ago with neck nerve problems. He was losing usage of one arm. He had a serious surgery procedure that corrected the problem, up until about two months. He has been undergoing less invasive treatment, but to no avail.

I think we can all agree that his unselfish service to the automotive community has been invaluable, and we wish him speedy and effective treatment.

Our thoughts are with you brother.

Ralph
Wow, thanks for the update... I've been chatting with him regularly over the past few months and I had no idea of his health issues... That's why he's DA man!! He has always talked with me and answered every email and newbie question...

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Old Feb 20, 2012 | 11:57 AM
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Get well Lars!

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Old Feb 20, 2012 | 12:02 PM
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Thanks for the update. I truly hope for a full and complete treatment and recovery.

I have all of his papers. I even printed them off and made "supplements" to my GM service manuals. HE pointed me in the right direction with a severe rich condition on my Q-jet.

Get Well Soon Lars.
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Old Feb 20, 2012 | 12:04 PM
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Get well soon Lars. I have my own "Lars" folder filled with much of the stuff you posted to help others with their cars.

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Old Feb 20, 2012 | 12:18 PM
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Wishing you the best!
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Old Feb 20, 2012 | 12:24 PM
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Hoping a speedy recovery, we all miss him, I am sure. One of the best, good luck and God bless !!!
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I know a lot of his friends hang out more on the C2 Forum, so if someone can double post this over there, or tell me how, I'd appreciate it.

Ralph.

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Wishing you strength and solid healing, Lars. Hope you're up and enjoying a tad bit of your favorite micro-brew, as allowed or prescribed.


Thanks for all you do.
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wow!!! news to me, i didn't know he was having problems. i will say a special prayer for him as he's done so much me and the vette community. get well soon my friend from the guy with the big block and the corvette hat.
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Old Feb 20, 2012 | 12:35 PM
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Thanks and keep us updated. Lars always had time for us all.
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Let's put aside the car stuff for now and hope for the best health for Lars. Wishing him a full recovery.
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Hang in there Lars. We're all pulling for you.

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I think he rarely frequents this Forum, anymore. If you want to share your thoughts and send 'well-wishes', use his e-mail:

V8FastCars@msn.com
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Tonight, I am going to drink a beer, and send positive thoughts about Lars out into the universe. Hey, it can't hurt, right?


Keep the shiny side up!
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Best wishes man, such a great guy, glad I got to meet him in person.
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Gotta agree, Lars is a good guy, as helped me out a few times. For those who don't know, neck problems are just as bad, or worse than back problems. Knew a couple guys walking around with a supportive halo rig that bolted to their head, and can't be the most pleasurable thing. Good news, is they recovered quite well.
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Lars, sending good thoughts your way and will hoist one to you tonight. Hang in there!
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