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Old 01-21-2018, 08:53 PM
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Those of you who have seen some of my posts over the years may have noticed that its been a while since I've been active on the forum. Last May I was diagnosed with stage 3 throat/neck cancer, and I've spent the time since then in extensive treatment which included several surgeries, radiation and chemotherapy. The prognosis is good (I take a definitive PET scan soon) but the recovery has been long and difficult. I am unable to eat solid food because the radiation severely impacted my mouth, and the weight loss and extreme fatigue look like they will be problems for some time to come. As a result I am forced to give up my HPDE track life and am therefore letting my car go. You can find the ad in the C7 For Sale section of the forum. I hope to be back at some point in the future. JET VET

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I am very sorry to hear about your health issues brother, but am encouraged by your good prognosis. Keeping you on our prayers.

Man, is there any way you can keep that thing and maybe back it off a little for street use once you are ready? Awesome car!
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Praying for your complete recovery..
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Jet Vet,

I'm saddened by your post, but heartened by your upbeat prognosis. I wish you all the best. I loved following your conversion thread and know how much heart and soul you put into it.

Be well!

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Praying for a swift recovery !
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Old 01-22-2018, 10:32 AM
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All the best. Looks like a mean Track Car. Needs to have you back in the seat.

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Man hate to hear this from you, but sounds good from what you are saying. Hate to see you are selling the car but can understand it also.

Prayers & all going out to you buddy. Robert
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While I'm glad that the prognosis is good, I wish you didn't have to go through all of this right now. I enjoyed watching you build your wide body track car and wish you all the best for a full recovery. You will be in my prayers.
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Hoping for the best future for you.
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Brother I hope you the best,I am so sorry to hear this kind of bad news. Sounds like your on your way to a good recovery!!! You will be in my thoughts and all will turn out great! Take good care of yourself and beautiful job on that ride!!!! You will be back in full force brother!!!!!
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I followed your wide body conversion closely and looked forward to your updates. That was a great DYI project!


I wish you the best for a full and speedy recovery.
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Sorry to hear. The 'C" word really pisses me off as I have seen many affected by it. Stay positive and hope all turns out good!

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