Tootsie build for my mother with cancer
 

We all have our problems in life. 3 months ago my mother was diagnosed with cancer. It first showed up in her lymphnode in her leg. Needless to say they have ran every test in the book and cant find the cancer anywere in her body but her leg. This is a blessing, but she does have a very agressive cancer called Carcinoma. It is a relentless cancer that grows very quickly. My mothers tumor has doubled in size the past three months. We are currently getting ready to go through chemo and radiation. I wish I could say I had no experiance with cancer in my family, but this is the 4th person in my family to have it. All three of the others passed away very quickly. It is hard to watch a loved one get sick. It is because of this life changing experiance that I decided to build this truck in my mothers name. My father has always called my mom Tootsie and therefore I thought it would be a great name for the truck. My mom was the one person that really shaped my life as our moms usually do I will be going all out on this truck. It should be the coolest truck I have built to date. It is hugger orange and will have the stock c10 trim. The truck is a cst. I have inlisted the help of Nathan Porter from porterbuilt street rods and Mario Novelli from Novelli rod and customs. There will be no expense spared on this truck. The frame and suspension are top secret. I need the green light from Nathan in order to tell you guys and at this time it under raps. The interior will be full leather all stich work will be perfomed by Santana. The wheels will be 22 by 8.8 in the front 22 by 12 in the rear intro flagstaffs. The rear end will be a winters 10 quick change. The trans, engine will be fully polished. I hope you guys enjoy the ride I promise this truck will be insane. It will be my therapy so please enjoy. Tootsie speed shop will be on the door.
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Superflysteiny... I am so sorry to hear about your mom. We will keep you and your family in our prayers and I look forward to watching another amazing creation come together.

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That's what i'm talking about Eric. I'm very excited to see how this build turns out. I'm also glad that your mom is getting the care that she needs. Nothing but positive thoughts for her and your family and a speedy recovery. Tony

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Thanks guys. I bought this truck from truck from Tony aka ortegamotor. Thanks Tony. The paint on this truck is off the charts. I had to clear the truck which I am in the process of doing as we speak. I will get you guys more pictures.

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Sorry to hear about your mother man. Hope they get her taken care of. I'll definitely be watching this build.

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Thanks guys not wanting anyone to feel sorry for me just want you guys to know what it means to me to build this truck. Thanks Eric

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Sounds top notch, can't wait to see it unfold....
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Very cool build to honor your mom. In to see your always top notch work!
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Awesome way to honor your mom..Looking foward to watching another truck build of yours. I know what this build will mean to you. I lost my dad and am re-doing the truck he and I built while I was in high school. Prayer's to you and your family.

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WOW, man Sorry i honestly know exactly what you are going through ! That being said, BRING ON THE KILLER BUILD !!

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Sorry to hear about your mom. Cancer sucks!

Awesome tribute, BRING ON THE BLING!!!

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Another killer build !!love the orange!

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I am in for anything that you build......


you have a pm Eric..

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My prayers are with your mom and your whole family. I pray that the Lord will do a miracle and provide the peace that you need.

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Sending best wishes for a stop to the cancer and a quick recovery. My mom is a cancer survivor, she has beaten uterine, breast, and thyroid cancer and every new day with her is a blessing. Enjoy your therapy, I will be watching the progress as it is my therapy too.

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Nice platform! Lets get her started already... NATE, HURRY UP!

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Hey Eric,

Are thought are with you and your family..... I can't wait to see your build unravel and go over the top as always. Also looking forward to seeing Nate's new product on another of your builds.

Kevin

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Great lookin truck Eric. Love the color.:cool:

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Your new build is going to be awesome and it is for a great reason. Sending prayers your way for your mom and family, as I know how hard this time is for you. Your plan for this truck sounds outstanding and hopefully your mom will beat the cancer...hang tough and build an outstanding truck!

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Thanks guys I really think this truck will be wild

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Why is everything always top secret , well guess I will have to wait and see.

My wife is a cancer survivor ( 5 yrs ) I have seen first hand the power of prayer. Your mom will be in our thoughts and prayers.

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Tuned in for this one also.. Hope it helps you through this tough time..

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Definitely a worthy cause. Glad to see your back on board. Luv the color!!!!!
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Prayers to you and family and I hope for a speedy recovery for your mother. We just went threw a lot of this with my dad. Good luck on the truck build. I hope to get my 68 done by the end of the year and take pops on a wild ride lol.
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I'm in. Praying for you and your family man.
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Im looking forward to this one. Im lovin the orange

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Best wishes to you and your mom. Totally signed on for another build:)

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So sorry to hear about your mom. All I can offer up is my prayers and my best wishes to you and your family

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Thanks guys it means a lot. She has always been a huge supporter of me. I want to knock this one out of the park. I have been collecting parts for 2 month now. So I will start posting a ton of pictures for you. I should be able to finish this truck start to finish in 4 months. Just waiting on our favorite board member Nathan Porter. He is a great guy and great businnessmen. I have a ton of respect for him. Between Nathan, Mario and I should move really fast. Thanks
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Looks to be another crazy build! I hope the best for your mom and your family.

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Going to be sweet,can't wait to see this one come alive......

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my prayers go out for your mom, like you said..mom's shape our lives and we might not even notice it. Give her a hug for me. :metal:

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I pray for your and you to have strength through this time. I also pray that you would give us a hint as to the suspension.
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Best wishes!! Cool build!
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Looking forward to another awesome build, 4 months...your a machine. Positive thoughts for your Mom and family.

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Thanks guys took some pictures of the trick today at the body shop. Post them tonight along with some of the parts.
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All the best to your mom :) cant wait to see the progress start on this truck, you always take your trucks to the next level

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It's tonight !! I am waiting ! Lol
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Nothing but positive thoughts for your mom and the truck! Waiting for good news on both! :metal:

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Will include your mother and your family in my prayers, Sorry to hear it, but God is good and has a plan, you may not see it yet or understand it but trust him, he will take you through this. My mother is alive and well after being diagnosed and told she had two years max to live, after surgery and treatments for six moths she has been cancer free since and that has been over four years ago...still no trace, Our God is mighty