Andy is entering retirement

[Longhorn Man]

I am writing this to let y'all know I did not just fall off the face of the earth...I am only falling off the internet.
I am retiring. Due to internet addiction related family problems, (say that 5 times real fast) I will no longer be posting on here, or any other board. (I might pop up on the parts board, but that'll be it)
Don't bother PM'in me, or e-mailing me asking whats up, I will not recieve it.
The Caddy longhorn project is still here, and if I decide to bail on it for one reason or another, I will ensure it goes to some one who follows in my footsteps as far as my plans. I still have the name and addresses of all the ppl who made that whole deal possible, and they will get dibs on it for not much more than they invested.
I am glad I found this place, and learned more from these pages than anyone would have ever guessed. I hope I have been able to pass on my info. (some one needs to read all 23,xxx of my posts and memorize it all) Maybe I'll write a book one day.
I will not make it to the board meet, and don't see any other board function either.
To all who I have met in person, (about 23 or so members here) it was great meeting you, and I had a good time in all the meets and guests who dropped by.
If you are waiting on glove box lights, I will send out as the checks/money orders/cash comes in...I am waiting on 3 more 'orders' and they are sitting my by recliner in the living room. You won't get screwed, and if you do, NeonLarry has my home number and addy, talk to him and form a linch mob if I screw anyone out of there 5 bucks.
Ohio board meet hotel is NOT going to be open. I had offered to a few members a place to crash for the night, (RaceDvl, 68stepside and longhorn69jeff) but I am sorry, I won't be able to acomidate you guys. Nothing personal guys.

It was this, or my marrige. I know I am making the right choice.

Just don't remember me as fast68 is remembered...that'd be messed up.
Fine69, I know I still have the cab at your place, I will either be sending you some patch panels as planned, or I will come and haul that sucker out of your shop some time hopefully soon. If it comes down to needing the space and you can't get ahold of me, do what ever you see fitting. if it comes to that, take the 402 big block as payment for storage. Either way, I have your phone number, and I think you still have mine.

Tail lights and tire smoke...I'm outa here.

[JayDubBlazer]

Hope you get your in a row and thanks for all the advice and help

[dion]

you've given me good info in the past andy and I thank you for that. I wish you good luck and happiness in your future. Take care.

[crazy longhorn]

Take care of the family Andy, that is always #1. Many thanks for the tricks you have showed this "oldman", & the warm welcome to the board. Best wishes for you & your family. take care.....crazyL

[Canadian694x4]

WOW...I never thought I'd see the day. I can honestly say you will be missed. I haven't known you as long as others on here but you made an impression I will never forget. Take care of that family of yours...as said before it is #1. I can only hope you will keep your Longhorn project.

Take care, and thanks for all the Info and Help you passed on to me.

Brian

(Andy, I know you may not see this if you've gone cold turkey as of this post...I can only hope you may drop by to tell us ALL how your doing from time to time.)

[Cheesewagon]

Andy, sorry to hear this, but you got to take care of the family frist. You'll be missed at the Board meet, and on here to. I've learned allot of info from you, and I thank you for all you'll shared. If you ever need a hand with any thing just give me a call. Well man take care, and have a good one. Latter, Mr. Wagon

[70c10]

Andy, at first I thought this might be a funny post of yours but I can tell you are serious. Family is definitely first. Hope things work out for you. Thanks for sharing all your wisdom on these trucks over the years. Take care man.

[fine69]

Ah, he will be back next week. I dont think the internet is that important. All he has to do is spend less time here. How much time did he have to spend to make that many posts? CUT BACK!!!!!!
His wife will get tired of him anyway. Probably go buy him a new computer in a few weeks. WHY NOT BRING THE WIFE AND SON TO THE OHIO BOARD MEET? The key sometimes is to get them involved in what YOU want to do. So they dont feel left out or neglected.

[Super Chevy]

fair well Andy, thanks for the help and catch ya later if ya come back...

[cheyenne10]

I think many of us might get in too deep sometimes. Good choice if it was here or family. Maybe you can come by to visit sometime in future.

Everyone should balance hobbys, work and family carefully.

Best wishes and enjoy the family. Time flies, just make sure you enjoy what your doing. I think most things can be made fun if you try.

[krazy_texan]

whoa, i never thought that this day would come, but i guess it has. when it comes to family they are always first, i know i never got to personally meet Andy as same as many other board members but i can say if there was one that i was looking forward to meeting at Indy it was him. I guess all i can say God Bless and hopefully he gets all of his personal problems figured out in his favor

[breeh]

Another board oldtimer taking the lonesome road. Sorry to see you go Andy. At one point my wife gave me the ultimatum. I chose the 'net and she still is around, damn! (just kidding honey!). In seriousness, I have liquidated my stash big time for similiar reasons. This hobby can be consuming. I intended on getting rid of everything but have not been able to let go of the '68. I put it in the garage for later.....

BTW Andy, my dad has entered retirement at least 4 times. What else are you going to do?

[68 Suburban]

I think we will here from you again with things calm down. The key is moderation

[Mudder]

Good luck Andy.......... This internet stuff can be addicting but we have to get away to the real life from time to time. Take care of the family!

[68 Stepside]

Andy, give me call when things calm down man. I don't think cutting yourself off totally is going to do anyone any good. If you need to rant.... (309)-747-3064

[69 Short Fleet]

Andy, this is a SAD POST!!! Your a WELL educated truck guru and will be a great LOSS to the board!!! But I understand family comes first, thanks for sharing what you did, best of luck, regards, Doug

[OhioDan]

Sold my Harley down in Texas for the same reason. Good luck and hope to see/talk with ya again sometime.
Later

[BOSS]

Andy,Just wanted to say thanx for all of the help you gave me and everyone else on here.It seems you have the answer to just about everything.I was really looking forward to meeting you at the board meet in Indy so i could pick your brain more on the caddy swap.What will we do without the quote of the month?I hope everything works out for you and the mrs.It will take a long time before anyone can out number your post.Hope you can stop in once in awhile to let us know your ok,Keep your tires Lit!!

[JimKshortstep4x4]

Good luck to you Andy, you will be missed.

Jim

[boraxman]

Dont do it it! Once controlled always controlled. You are a free spirit.

[Yukon Jack]

You will definitely be missed! Get things back on track and I hope the best for you.

[Cethern]

Well I hate to see you leave, Now I can understand backing off some what but to quit cold turkey, Man the shakes and cold night sweats would drive me nuts. In my short time here I have read some of your posts (Not all of the 23,000 plus) and have thought you gave fair and good info that makes you a value to this group.
And from what I have read other ppl that have posted before me think the same. So I hope when the DT's get to bad for you to handle you'll come back even if it's just for one day aweek.
And if you can quit cold turkey. I wish you the best just has many others do.


Ceth

[big blue 72]

there will always be a cold DEW in the fridge for ya ,Andy..................

[Edmond]

Andy, Thanks for all your wisdom about these Trucks, and the Longhorn in general!!
I've learned a lot from you!!
I hope all goes well for you in the future!

Cya,
Edmond

[longhorn70gmc]

Good Bye Andy! Good luck! I will always be here if you need me for whatever.
Billy
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