Project "Black Betty" (bam-A-lam)

[Jeff La]

Great news, prayers continue

[jcramsey]

So glad to hear he is making good progress! Thanks for letting us know!

[bj383ss]

That's great news to hear!

[flips72]

that's awesome news, so happy for your family, and I bet dads glad to have you around more and that's probably some of the best medicine he has received still praying for yall.

[duallyjams]

There are things my wife can no longer eat after chemo ( just the smell of it ) plus after all treatments are done it takes 2 full years to get back to 100% full strength.His body will let him know how much he can do and tell him not to push it my wife passed out a couple of times while out on her own while I was at work, yes it's frustrating but he just needs to find the balance of being active but not over doing it.

[C20ELEPHANT]

All the best to your Dad likaroc13 and your Wife duallyjams...

I can tell you this with my diagnosis...Nothing like going through the rest of your life amongst family and friends with an invisible "C" on your forehead and the "look" from them wanting to ask how you're doing, drives me nuts. I can tell you about how I feel, if I tell you I'm doing OK I'm lying....

[Grizz1963]

Thank you for the update.

Happy New Year to you and yours, despite the challenges you currently face.

Good to hear the wheels are still turning.

[likaroc13]

Originally Posted by Jeff La

Great news, prayers continue

Thank you!

Originally Posted by jcramsey

So glad to hear he is making good progress! Thanks for letting us know!

Thanks, & you're welcome!

Originally Posted by bj383ss

That's great news to hear!

Almost as good as it can get!

Originally Posted by flips72

that's awesome news, so happy for your family, and I bet dads glad to have you around more and that's probably some of the best medicine he has received still praying for yall.

Thanks! I know he's glad to have us closer. He and I have been able to get out quite a bit lately. Just have to be careful in this weather, because we don't want him getting sick.

Originally Posted by duallyjams

There are things my wife can no longer eat after chemo ( just the smell of it ) plus after all treatments are done it takes 2 full years to get back to 100% full strength.His body will let him know how much he can do and tell him not to push it my wife passed out a couple of times while out on her own while I was at work, yes it's frustrating but he just needs to find the balance of being active but not over doing it.

Yeah, the greasy smell/taste gets to him. He usually can't eat but maybe a few bites of solids. Of course, certain things are better than others. Just gotta keep trying, even if it's things he wouldn't have eaten in the past. He's pretty good about realizing his limits & knows when to stop or rest. It's good to see some of independence coming back though. Thanks for sharing your experiences!

Originally Posted by C20ELEPHANT

All the best to your Dad likaroc13 and your Wife duallyjams...

I can tell you this with my diagnosis...Nothing like going through the rest of your life amongst family and friends with an invisible "C" on your forehead and the "look" from them wanting to ask how you're doing, drives me nuts. I can tell you about how I feel, if I tell you I'm doing OK I'm lying....

Thank you, & I'll be thinking of you as well. It sucks that folks have to endure such a sickness/disease!

Originally Posted by Grizz1963

Thank you for the update.

Happy New Year to you and yours, despite the challenges you currently face.

Good to hear the wheels are still turning.

Thanks Grizz, & Happy New Year to ya'll as well!

[Alan's Classic]

Great news!

[likaroc13]

I thought we had a thread somewhere for stuff like this, but I can't seem to find it. So, I figured I would just post it here in my thread. I came across this at a local Hobby Lobby:

[mooseknuckles]

that is killer!

[likaroc13]

I'm a little late posting this but wanted to share. Dad went back to Memphis on Feb. 25 for another PET scan. Then we went to the local cancer clinic for results & chemo the following Wednesday. Doc came in smiling & said he had good news. From looking at the scans, there were no visible signs of cancer remaining! He said that doesn't mean he can stop treatments though, because they want to make sure everything stays clear & doesn't come back with a vengeance. He said even though it doesn't show up, there can still be microscopic cancer cells. They changed up the chemo formula, as one of the meds is known to affect the heart. That one particular medicine was switched for another that's not harsh on the heart. He met with a cardiologist in January I think, & everything looked okay. His appetite is 95% better, & he has been gradually regaining some weight. He also started doing some physical therapy to gain some strength back. He's out & about driving regularly as well, & he's hoping he can get strong enough to ride his bike again this Summer. For now though, it looks as though he's in remission. Just wanted to share the news with you guys. Thanks for the prayers, & please keep praying for continued progress.


I had been going down each week for a couple days, just to hang out. Life is finally getting back into a mostly normal routine now though, & I'm back home in TN on a more permanent basis. We're going to the Super Chevy Show in Memphis this weekend. Dad bought a 30's Dodge rat rod (pics in post #149) a while back, & he's tired of messing with it. So we're taking it to the car corral. Also taking my old Tahoe wheels to try & sell, & I plan to look for a pair of steelies for "Black Betty" so we can get the front end buttoned up. As long as the weather stays nice, it should be a fun weekend.

[Grizz1963]

Now that was a nice update and bit of info Phillip.

Thanks for letting us know.

I work in the Haemato-Oncology market and was a nurse in a previous life, so I am unfortunately a realist as well as a cynic.

Looks like you are making every day count.... That is very cool.

I hope your dad gets back on his bike sooner than later.

Saw a cool caption on FB this week...... You never hear anyone on a bike say "Are we there yet?"

Will be good for you to get back to Black Betty.

[clemdaddy]

thats great news...
have big fun this weekend, wish i was there with ya.

[1963c-10]

Heres the thread on the literature and such...will be a nice addition and I hope you add it.
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s....php?p=7095755

And glad to hear you got some good news this time!!!!

[62step]

Glad to hear the good news!

Saw earlier in your thread you went to Charlotte Auto Fair. Planning on going this weekend? I'll be there.

EDIT: Nevermind, just read the last sentence of your post.. lol

[greg65]

That's great new Phillip. I hope his health continues to improves.

[duallyjams]

Thanks for the update with good news.

[likaroc13]

Originally Posted by Grizz1963

Now that was a nice update and bit of info Phillip.

Thanks for letting us know.

I work in the Haemato-Oncology market and was a nurse in a previous life, so I am unfortunately a realist as well as a cynic.

Looks like you are making every day count.... That is very cool.

I hope your dad gets back on his bike sooner than later.

Saw a cool caption on FB this week...... You never hear anyone on a bike say "Are we there yet?"

Will be good for you to get back to Black Betty.

Thanks Grizz. I'm ready to get back to Black Betty for sure. I won't know how to act when I get behind the wheel again.

Originally Posted by clemdaddy

thats great news...
have big fun this weekend, wish i was there with ya.

I haven't been since '07 I think, so I'm looking forward to it. If things work out, I'd love to drive out for your get together this year.

Originally Posted by 1963c-10

Heres the thread on the literature and such...will be a nice addition and I hope you add it.
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s....php?p=7095755

And glad to hear you got some good news this time!!!!

Thanks. I was a little confused at first, but I assume you were meaning to add the pic of the tin sign from Hobby Lobby to that thread?

Originally Posted by 62step

Glad to hear the good news!

Saw earlier in your thread you went to Charlotte Auto Fair. Planning on going this weekend? I'll be there.

EDIT: Nevermind, just read the last sentence of your post.. lol

Thanks. Yeah, I'd love to be able to attend the Auto Fair again sometime, but it'll require a decent road trip next time. Last Spring was my first time, & I didn't get to cover everything. Glad I was able to make it though. It's quite a spectacle!

Originally Posted by greg65

That's great new Phillip. I hope his health continues to improves.

Originally Posted by duallyjams

Thanks for the update with good news.

Thanks guys, & I'm happy to be able to report good news. He's come such a long way in a relatively short time. Just hoping things continue to move in a positive direction.

[likaroc13]

My in-laws came up for a couple days this past week/weekend, & we all went to check out some antique shops in the nearby area. I came across this grille in one store, but it was tagged "NFS" (not for sale). Looked to be in pretty good shape.

[Jeff La]

Congrats on the GREAT NEWS

[flips72]

great news on your dad, prayer definitely works, on a different note my wife came in with the same tin from hobby lobby the other day, pretty neat tin should of had a 60-66 in the center though,

[likaroc13]

Originally Posted by Jeff La

Congrats on the GREAT NEWS

Thanks!

Originally Posted by flips72

great news on your dad, prayer definitely works, on a different note my wife came in with the same tin from hobby lobby the other day, pretty neat tin should of had a 60-66 in the center though,

Thanks! Too cool about your wife finding the tin as well. I agree that the '60-66 should've been the focal point. A fleetside would be nice too.



Sadly, I didn't get a chance to make the Super Chevy show with dad. My wife's uncle passed away after a 2 year battle that was first diagnosed as esophageal cancer. So, we had to make a 5 1/2 hour road trip to South MS for the funeral last weekend. That means I didn't get a chance to try and sell my wheels or look for any for the '66. Dad didn't have any luck selling the rat rod, but he did sell his factory '05 GMC Sierra wheels.

[geekitupsum]

Hey welcome to spring hill btw. I'm in spring hill as well and just about ready to put my c10 on the road. Sent you a PM. Hit me up sometime been looking for car guys to hang with wrench with.

[likaroc13]

Originally Posted by geekitupsum

Hey welcome to spring hill btw. I'm in spring hill as well and just about ready to put my c10 on the road. Sent you a PM. Hit me up sometime been looking for car guys to hang with wrench with.

Thanks man! Good to hear from somebody in my neck of the woods. Sorry for the delayed response. I'm not much of a mechanic, but I definitely don't mind hanging out or lending a hand when I can. Will reply to you PM as well.


Went to visit dad a couple days last week, & we were talking about the truck. I think we have two 5x5 wheels, one with a tire. We needed another tire, but dad said last night that he found one at the salvage yard not far from his house. So, maybe we can at least get the front end rolling enough to get it on the car hauler. We need to button up a couple things with the steering shaft first. Then it can go to the shop for new brake lines & other work needed. Speaking of which, have any of you guys seen these?:

https://youtu.be/XADAMp4CswM