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**clemdaddy** · 02-12-2018, 08:12 PM

Alreet, you got a torchy thing...
Congrats Don, good to tool-up.

**TJ's Chevy** · 02-12-2018, 11:00 PM

I'll be watchin for that plume of smoke from your direction! haha!

Ta2Don · 11-15-2018, 09:47 PM

Just a short update... Kind of a bittersweet day today. I made a deal to sell the stepper. Life and medical bills are a bit more important at the moment. More to come soon.

Don

likaroc13 · 11-15-2018, 09:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ta2Don

Just a short update... Kind of a bittersweet day today. I made a deal to sell the stepper. Life and medical bills are a bit more important at the moment. More to come soon.

Don

Awe, man I hate to hear that. However, I know life situations sometimes lead you down that road, & it's definitely more important. Wishing you the best!

Grizz1963 · 11-16-2018, 05:03 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ta2Don

Just a short update... Kind of a bittersweet day today. I made a deal to sell the stepper. Life and medical bills are a bit more important at the moment. More to come soon.

Don

Real sorry to hear Don,

I hope all the health issues get sorted sooner than later.

The tide will turn.

**65truckowner** · 11-16-2018, 08:34 AM

I was thinking about you yesterday when I was down at searcy. Hate to hear you have to sell but understand also. Wishing you the best.

ibrown50 · 11-16-2018, 11:34 AM

Sorry to hear that Don, Prayers and best wishes from this side of the pond. Get well soon

**clemdaddy** · 11-16-2018, 12:10 PM

Bummer but definitely understandable.
In the words of the Duke, "A man gotz to do what a man gotz to do"

We're with you pal..

**Palf70Step** · 11-16-2018, 12:17 PM

with the others. Good luck with everything.

realvc · 11-16-2018, 07:40 PM

Sorry to hear you're selling the "Stepper"
also sorry I did not get to talk longer when you called.
It is hard to get people to come out here and the dude just drove up to see about the roof on my shop.
Keep me posted on things and call anytime.
your bro.

rusty76 · 11-16-2018, 08:00 PM

Hate to hear it Don but I know things will get better. Trust that you will return with another kool ride.

Grizz1963 · 11-17-2018, 03:01 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rusty76

Hate to hear it Don but I know things will get better. Trust that you will return with another kool ride.

I am sure you are right.

We all just have to wait for the tide to turn.

**TJ's Chevy** · 11-17-2018, 12:35 PM

Sorry to hear that brotha! Hope all turns for the better soon and you can find another awesome project.

Ta2Don · 11-17-2018, 03:25 PM

I want to wish a heartfelt thanks to all of my Cyber-Brothers out here. Between my promotion to manager and taking care of my disabled wife, time to get on here comes at a premium. Not to mention I've been busy with a novel I plan to self-publish on Amazon in the near future. Yesterday after work I watched the Stepper drive away with it's new owner.

Here are a few of the last Pics I took..

Doing Truck stuff...

Untitled by Donald Olivo, on Flickr

Untitled by Donald Olivo, on Flickr

After bringing me to work one early morning...

Untitled by Donald Olivo, on Flickr

Future Project???

1950 Chevy Styleline

Untitled by Donald Olivo, on Flickr

For those interested in reading my ramblingz, contact me and I can email a copy...

mjh1965 · 11-18-2018, 08:03 AM

I am so sorry that you had to sell your stepper . If it wasn’t for that truck, I wouldn’t have met you and made a friend. Well the truck can go but the friendship is still there so I am glad for that . I am sure others on here feel the same .

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likaroc13 · 11-19-2018, 09:13 AM

Congrats on your promotion! Best wishes to you wife. That's too cool about the novel, & I dig the possible future project. Is the new owner of the truck a member here?

rusty76 · 11-19-2018, 07:23 PM

Whatever you do don’t leave the forum. We all would still like to here from you. Godspeed

**TJ's Chevy** · 11-24-2018, 11:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rusty76

whatever you do don’t leave the forum. We all would still like to here from you. Godspeed

x2!!!

Ta2Don · 04-16-2020, 06:15 PM

Hello Everyone out here who still remembers me. The new project never panned out. All's well though, at least now. Other than staying busy with work and writing, 2020 started out with a kick in the gut. My wife woke me on Jan 29th unable to catch her breath. Long story short, she had contracted the Flu and one of her lungs shut down. That morning she was sedated and intubated. A week later she was moved to another hospital and put on an ECMO machine, Life support, while the Drs attempted to determine why she wasn't able to breathe on her own. She remained sedated and on life support until Feb 15th. She was then transferred to a local hospital for Long Term Acute Care. From there she was transferred to an in-house Physical Therapy unit at a local Nursing hone which lasted less than 24 hours. Following 16 hours of constant neglect, We brought her home and have Home Health helping. She is slowly building her strength and moving toward the finish line.

On the lighter side, I published my novel. Non-Compliant on Amazon and Apple iBooks. Now I need to check out where everyone's at on their builds and whatnot.

Don

**Palf70Step** · 04-16-2020, 07:05 PM

Glad to see you back on Don. Sorry to hear about your wife, but glad she seems to be improving.

**clemdaddy** · 04-16-2020, 07:17 PM

Hey Don, So sorry about your girl's strange trip with the medical system. That neglect in the nursing home really chaps me. Very glad you're past that part of her recovery. All our prayers and best wishes for you both.

realvc · 04-16-2020, 09:01 PM

Hey Bro. it really was great to visit with you today.
We are praying for you and your wife.
God Bless you both.

likaroc13 · 04-17-2020, 03:30 PM

So sorry to hear about your wife, but I'm glad to hear she has turned the corner & now greatly improving. Congrats on the book publishing, & it's a bummer the new project didn't pan out.

Not much to see on my build unfortunately. It's beginning to seem as though I'll have to go another route for anything significant to get done.

Ta2Don · 04-17-2020, 08:25 PM

Thanks Guys!!!

The Missus is working daily and building strength in her legs. After being bed-ridden for 2 months, she is working with Physical Therapy in order to be able to stand and walk again. She's now able to transfer from the bed to a wheelchair on her own. Standing is just around the corner. Progress is slow and steady. Thanks for the thoughts and prayers.

If anyone is interested in reading the book, and use an iPhone, PM me and I can hook you up with a free download code for iBooks. For those of you who are old-school and want to hold a book in your hands, sorry, as of now, Non-Compliant is only available in Digital format. Thanks again, and I look forward to making time to check out the site. It's been awhile.

Don

**65truckowner** · 04-20-2020, 07:50 AM

Glad to hear from you It has been a while. Glad the wife is getting better.

02-12-2018, 08:12 PM	#1
clemdaddy Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Fayetteville, Arkansas Posts: 1,923	Re: Donz '65 SWB Stepper Budget Build... Alreet, you got a torchy thing... Congrats Don, good to tool-up.

02-12-2018, 11:00 PM	#2
TJ's Chevy Post Whore Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Southern Oregon Posts: 10,384	Re: Donz '65 SWB Stepper Budget Build... I'll be watchin for that plume of smoke from your direction! haha! __________________ 1966 Chevy C10 "Project Two Tone" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=596643 1964 GMC "Crustine" semi-build:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=665056 My youtube channel. Username "Military Chevy": https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_h...fzpcUXyK_5-uiw

11-15-2018, 09:47 PM	#3
Ta2Don Registered User Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Searcy, AR Posts: 4,203	Re: Donz '65 SWB Stepper Budget Build... Just a short update... Kind of a bittersweet day today. I made a deal to sell the stepper. Life and medical bills are a bit more important at the moment. More to come soon. Don __________________ DON Proverbs 27:17 US Air Force Retarded errr Retired My '65 Stepper Build:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=533920 My '60 Rusty Patina Build:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...66#post7402266 My '72 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...59#post7204359 SOLD

11-16-2018, 08:34 AM	#6
65truckowner Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: mountain view arkansas Posts: 1,304	Re: Donz '65 SWB Stepper Budget Build... I was thinking about you yesterday when I was down at searcy. Hate to hear you have to sell but understand also. Wishing you the best. __________________ http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=548705

11-16-2018, 11:34 AM	#7
ibrown50 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: Stanley Co' Durham UK Posts: 535	Re: Donz '65 SWB Stepper Budget Build... Sorry to hear that Don, Prayers and best wishes from this side of the pond. Get well soon __________________ Getting old sucks.............but it sure beats the alternative

11-16-2018, 12:10 PM	#8
clemdaddy Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Fayetteville, Arkansas Posts: 1,923	Re: Donz '65 SWB Stepper Budget Build... Bummer but definitely understandable. In the words of the Duke, "A man gotz to do what a man gotz to do" We're with you pal..

11-16-2018, 12:17 PM	#9
Palf70Step State of Confusion! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Gulfport, MS USA Posts: 46,757	Re: Donz '65 SWB Stepper Budget Build... with the others. Good luck with everything. __________________ Bill 1970 Chevy Custom/10 LWB Fleetside 2010 Toyota Tacoma PreRunner SR5 Double Cab - DD Member of Louisiana Classic Truck Club (LCTC) Bill's Gallery Life isn't tied with a bow, but it's still a gift. Live simply. Love generously. Care deeply. Speak kindly. Leave the rest to God!

11-16-2018, 07:40 PM	#10
realvc Registered User Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: Lake Norrell, Arkansas Posts: 415	Re: Donz '65 SWB Stepper Budget Build... Sorry to hear you're selling the "Stepper" also sorry I did not get to talk longer when you called. It is hard to get people to come out here and the dude just drove up to see about the roof on my shop. Keep me posted on things and call anytime. your bro. __________________ Vince Galatians 6:14 62 SWB stepside, 94 Wrangler, 99 Z71, 99 vette My Project http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=719086 "If it's too loud, you're too old"

11-16-2018, 08:00 PM	#11
rusty76 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Midway, NC Posts: 3,275	Re: Donz '65 SWB Stepper Budget Build... Hate to hear it Don but I know things will get better. Trust that you will return with another kool ride. __________________ http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=581873 The low buck build threads. Check'em out! http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=666022 My build thread Crossmembers CC

11-17-2018, 12:35 PM	#13
TJ's Chevy Post Whore Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Southern Oregon Posts: 10,384	Re: Donz '65 SWB Stepper Budget Build... Sorry to hear that brotha! Hope all turns for the better soon and you can find another awesome project. __________________ 1966 Chevy C10 "Project Two Tone" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=596643 1964 GMC "Crustine" semi-build:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=665056 My youtube channel. Username "Military Chevy": https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_h...fzpcUXyK_5-uiw

11-17-2018, 03:25 PM	#14
Ta2Don Registered User Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Searcy, AR Posts: 4,203	Re: Donz '65 SWB Stepper Budget Build... I want to wish a heartfelt thanks to all of my Cyber-Brothers out here. Between my promotion to manager and taking care of my disabled wife, time to get on here comes at a premium. Not to mention I've been busy with a novel I plan to self-publish on Amazon in the near future. Yesterday after work I watched the Stepper drive away with it's new owner. Here are a few of the last Pics I took.. Doing Truck stuff... Untitled by Donald Olivo, on Flickr Untitled by Donald Olivo, on Flickr After bringing me to work one early morning... Untitled by Donald Olivo, on Flickr Future Project??? 1950 Chevy Styleline Untitled by Donald Olivo, on Flickr For those interested in reading my ramblingz, contact me and I can email a copy... __________________ DON Proverbs 27:17 US Air Force Retarded errr Retired My '65 Stepper Build:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=533920 My '60 Rusty Patina Build:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...66#post7402266 My '72 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...59#post7204359 SOLD

11-18-2018, 08:03 AM	#15
mjh1965 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: Kent England Posts: 1,025	Re: Donz '65 SWB Stepper Budget Build... I am so sorry that you had to sell your stepper . If it wasn’t for that truck, I wouldn’t have met you and made a friend. Well the truck can go but the friendship is still there so I am glad for that . I am sure others on here feel the same . Posted via Mobile Device

11-19-2018, 09:13 AM	#16
likaroc13 Rollin' Old Skool Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Hattiesburg, MS Posts: 5,371	Re: Donz '65 SWB Stepper Budget Build... Congrats on your promotion! Best wishes to you wife. That's too cool about the novel, & I dig the possible future project. Is the new owner of the truck a member here? __________________ _____________________________________________ Phillip My Build threads: 1966 Chevy C-10 "Black Betty" shortbed, fleetside, BBW, 327 V8/ Powerglide (under construction) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...ighlight=betty 1997 Chevy Tahoe, 2dr/2wd, mild custom (Daily driver) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=601142 Pics: '66 C-10 https://flic.kr/s/aHsjHWD4h9 '97 Tahoe https://flic.kr/s/aHsjGZ7wKP '93 C-1500 https://flic.kr/s/aHskxdpdnQ '88 S-10 Blazer https://flic.kr/s/aHsjYGx4Md Previous Rides: 1993 Chevy S-10 ext. cab, 4.3L, 4/5 drop (Sold) 1993 Chevy C-1500 short/step Retro-Rod (Sold) 1988 S-10 Blazer 2dr/2wd mild custom (Sold)

11-19-2018, 07:23 PM	#17
rusty76 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Midway, NC Posts: 3,275	Re: Donz '65 SWB Stepper Budget Build... Whatever you do don’t leave the forum. We all would still like to here from you. Godspeed __________________ http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=581873 The low buck build threads. Check'em out! http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=666022 My build thread Crossmembers CC

04-16-2020, 06:15 PM	#19
Ta2Don Registered User Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Searcy, AR Posts: 4,203	Re: Donz '65 SWB Stepper Budget Build... Hello Everyone out here who still remembers me. The new project never panned out. All's well though, at least now. Other than staying busy with work and writing, 2020 started out with a kick in the gut. My wife woke me on Jan 29th unable to catch her breath. Long story short, she had contracted the Flu and one of her lungs shut down. That morning she was sedated and intubated. A week later she was moved to another hospital and put on an ECMO machine, Life support, while the Drs attempted to determine why she wasn't able to breathe on her own. She remained sedated and on life support until Feb 15th. She was then transferred to a local hospital for Long Term Acute Care. From there she was transferred to an in-house Physical Therapy unit at a local Nursing hone which lasted less than 24 hours. Following 16 hours of constant neglect, We brought her home and have Home Health helping. She is slowly building her strength and moving toward the finish line. On the lighter side, I published my novel. Non-Compliant on Amazon and Apple iBooks. Now I need to check out where everyone's at on their builds and whatnot. Don __________________ DON Proverbs 27:17 US Air Force Retarded errr Retired My '65 Stepper Build:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=533920 My '60 Rusty Patina Build:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...66#post7402266 My '72 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...59#post7204359 SOLD



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04-16-2020, 07:05 PM	#20
Palf70Step State of Confusion! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Gulfport, MS USA Posts: 46,757	Re: Donz '65 SWB Stepper Budget Build... Glad to see you back on Don. Sorry to hear about your wife, but glad she seems to be improving. __________________ Bill 1970 Chevy Custom/10 LWB Fleetside 2010 Toyota Tacoma PreRunner SR5 Double Cab - DD Member of Louisiana Classic Truck Club (LCTC) Bill's Gallery Life isn't tied with a bow, but it's still a gift. Live simply. Love generously. Care deeply. Speak kindly. Leave the rest to God!

04-16-2020, 07:17 PM	#21
clemdaddy Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Fayetteville, Arkansas Posts: 1,923	Re: Donz '65 SWB Stepper Budget Build... Hey Don, So sorry about your girl's strange trip with the medical system. That neglect in the nursing home really chaps me. Very glad you're past that part of her recovery. All our prayers and best wishes for you both.

04-16-2020, 09:01 PM	#22
realvc Registered User Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: Lake Norrell, Arkansas Posts: 415	Re: Donz '65 SWB Stepper Budget Build... Hey Bro. it really was great to visit with you today. We are praying for you and your wife. God Bless you both. __________________ Vince Galatians 6:14 62 SWB stepside, 94 Wrangler, 99 Z71, 99 vette My Project http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=719086 "If it's too loud, you're too old"

04-17-2020, 03:30 PM	#23
likaroc13 Rollin' Old Skool Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Hattiesburg, MS Posts: 5,371	Re: Donz '65 SWB Stepper Budget Build... So sorry to hear about your wife, but I'm glad to hear she has turned the corner & now greatly improving. Congrats on the book publishing, & it's a bummer the new project didn't pan out. Not much to see on my build unfortunately. It's beginning to seem as though I'll have to go another route for anything significant to get done. __________________ _____________________________________________ Phillip My Build threads: 1966 Chevy C-10 "Black Betty" shortbed, fleetside, BBW, 327 V8/ Powerglide (under construction) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...ighlight=betty 1997 Chevy Tahoe, 2dr/2wd, mild custom (Daily driver) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=601142 Pics: '66 C-10 https://flic.kr/s/aHsjHWD4h9 '97 Tahoe https://flic.kr/s/aHsjGZ7wKP '93 C-1500 https://flic.kr/s/aHskxdpdnQ '88 S-10 Blazer https://flic.kr/s/aHsjYGx4Md Previous Rides: 1993 Chevy S-10 ext. cab, 4.3L, 4/5 drop (Sold) 1993 Chevy C-1500 short/step Retro-Rod (Sold) 1988 S-10 Blazer 2dr/2wd mild custom (Sold)

04-17-2020, 08:25 PM	#24
Ta2Don Registered User Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Searcy, AR Posts: 4,203	Re: Donz '65 SWB Stepper Budget Build... Thanks Guys!!! The Missus is working daily and building strength in her legs. After being bed-ridden for 2 months, she is working with Physical Therapy in order to be able to stand and walk again. She's now able to transfer from the bed to a wheelchair on her own. Standing is just around the corner. Progress is slow and steady. Thanks for the thoughts and prayers. If anyone is interested in reading the book, and use an iPhone, PM me and I can hook you up with a free download code for iBooks. For those of you who are old-school and want to hold a book in your hands, sorry, as of now, Non-Compliant is only available in Digital format. Thanks again, and I look forward to making time to check out the site. It's been awhile. Don __________________ DON Proverbs 27:17 US Air Force Retarded errr Retired My '65 Stepper Build:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=533920 My '60 Rusty Patina Build:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...66#post7402266 My '72 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...59#post7204359 SOLD

04-20-2020, 07:50 AM	#25
65truckowner Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: mountain view arkansas Posts: 1,304	Re: Donz '65 SWB Stepper Budget Build... Glad to hear from you It has been a while. Glad the wife is getting better. __________________ http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=548705

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