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berencam · 10-25-2007, 12:53 AM

well im ok, i was in a car wreck friday and i was hit by what we suspect to be a driver head on . my truck was totalled and i suffered a broken jaw and compound fracture to the left arm as well as fractures in the left portion of my skull and a chipped tooth. i shouldnt be alive. i did have my seatbelt on and was driving the speed limit. my thanks goes to the big man upstairs he deffenatley likes me and my truck. the driver of the other vehicle didnt fair so good. he was helivaced to springfeild where he (edit) . he was 21 and his name was david.

my phone number is 417 699 4738 if anyone wants any further details

EDIT: david is still alive!we had received false info earlier but we find out now he is still alive but in critical condition, lets keep him and his family in your prayers

brak · 10-25-2007, 01:12 AM

OUCH!!!

Good to hear you made it out ok

custom72c20 · 10-25-2007, 01:14 AM

glad to hear that you are ok. poor truck.

JHART · 10-25-2007, 01:15 AM

OMG! Sorry to hear about your accident.

You are one lucky man to have made out ok. This is a HUGE eye opener for us all.

-Hart

**68350** · 10-25-2007, 01:16 AM

holy sh*t!! Glad you made it out alive, and you're right, somebody was watching over you. Sad to hear the other died, even though he was asking for it. Glad you're ok

krue · 10-25-2007, 01:21 AM

Glad to hear you are relatively okay. Sucks for the other guy but he brought it on himself.

Sucks for your truck also.

**SactoJim** · 10-25-2007, 01:33 AM

You took a helluva hit!!

Angelse68cal · 10-25-2007, 03:04 AM

You can say the Lord was in the driver seat in your truck! Dam that was one helluva hit especially that the metal on these things are not tin like Hondas and toyos. Well I am glad to see you are doing ok. Hope you heal up well and get plenty of rest.

A.P. · 10-25-2007, 03:33 AM

Wow, look at that damage. No wonder the other guy did not make it. Glad you made it.

A.P.

**Shock_Me** · 10-25-2007, 06:52 AM

Holy cr&p! Looking at dammage like that and the fact that you're still walking around makes me feel pretty safe in my old 68.
Glad you're ok, trucks can be replaced. Too bad about the other guy.

Take care,
Pete

Cyclone44 · 10-25-2007, 07:04 AM

OMG !!!! What did he hit you with? And how fast was he going? You are one lucky man to come out of that alive, Hate to hear about the other guy passing away....George

Bishops Trucks · 10-25-2007, 07:04 AM

I'm glad to hear you are OK. The pics bring back bad memories from about 12 years ago.

mtdave2 · 10-25-2007, 07:14 AM

wow, we are not talking cheap thin metal there, we all know how stout these trucks are. damage like that? wow.

compleat act of God that you are alive.

space · 10-25-2007, 07:20 AM

Glad you made it out ok. With that kind of damage, I can't imagine what a new truck would look like in the same situation.

boogie67 · 10-25-2007, 07:25 AM

Glad your ok.That was a hell of a wreck.

**70cst** · 10-25-2007, 07:40 AM

Sorry to hear about your accident. People still don't believe that drinking and driving is not a good thing. I am glad to see you will be ok and you will heal. Sheet metal, glass, and tires can be replaced. Sad to hear that David Argo didn't make it. It is times like these when we need to refect on the important issues of life. My son was in an car accident in July 2001. He didn't make it. But he knew that the most important thing about life is the "dash" between our birth and our death. Again I am glad that you will be ok. Live long and prosper in the right way.

Jim_PA · 10-25-2007, 07:53 AM

Wow. Damn- where did the engine go. My condolences.

**truckdude239** · 10-25-2007, 08:07 AM

wow dude i will pray for youa fast recovery that sucks about your truck and the other dude

caminokid · 10-25-2007, 08:18 AM

Glad you made it out. Thank GOD you weren't driving a S-10. These trucks I explain to my girlfriend all the time when she is driving mine that can drive thru something if she hits it. When it comes to drunk driving...I dont feel sorry for the other guy. He could have killed you. Get well soon dude.

trailwart · 10-25-2007, 08:20 AM

sry about your truck , and glad you made it through. this really hits home for me as i just lost a fellow coworker/friend of 10yrs on saturday from a drunk driver. the dd failed to pull over for police and a high speed pursuit went on for a while and the cops backed off, the guy ditched the cops, my buddy was at a traffic light on his way home from work to his family, when he was t-boned at estimated speed of over 1oomph. nedless to say he didnt have a chance, another coworker was with him and is in critical condition not looking good, and the dd died sunday from injuries sustained in the accident, the dd was 21 or 22 and his really bad choice just tore apart 3 familys. its a shame that this type of thing is just ganna continue to happen again and again. best of luck to a healthy recovery.

Premium72 · 10-25-2007, 08:21 AM

you made it because you were in a tank. if you were in a little honda or sumthn. you would probably would have been a gonner. sorry to hear about that. im glad you made it, its harsh to say it but drunk drivers useually get what they deserve. ive slept in a back seat and truck bed many a night. its one thing to risk ones own life but moms drive their kids on those streets too. take care dude.

jkaylor68gmc · 10-25-2007, 08:38 AM

I am very very sorry to hear that. I hope that all goes well and remember if you need anything from us on the board, let us know.

72BlckButy · 10-25-2007, 08:45 AM

Sorry to hear about the accident. Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family, as well as David's family during this difficult time.

If you need anything from any of the guy's in the Mid-MO area (Jeff City, MO) pm me and we'll do what we can.

Wishing you a fast recovery.

ColoradoK5 · 10-25-2007, 08:48 AM

That really sux I am glad you made it out!! God Bless and hope you recover quickly.

manimal · 10-25-2007, 08:56 AM

Glad to see you are alive. Dont feel one bit sorry for that drunk SOB one bit. THE MANwas with you on this day. Good luck to you and your family. Like said above, this is a real eye opener.
-Lance

10-25-2007, 12:53 AM	#1
berencam Registered User Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: branson mo Posts: 933	just totaled my 69 and almost totaled me well im ok, i was in a car wreck friday and i was hit by what we suspect to be a driver head on . my truck was totalled and i suffered a broken jaw and compound fracture to the left arm as well as fractures in the left portion of my skull and a chipped tooth. i shouldnt be alive. i did have my seatbelt on and was driving the speed limit. my thanks goes to the big man upstairs he deffenatley likes me and my truck. the driver of the other vehicle didnt fair so good. he was helivaced to springfeild where he (edit) . he was 21 and his name was david. my phone number is 417 699 4738 if anyone wants any further details EDIT: david is still alive!we had received false info earlier but we find out now he is still alive but in critical condition, lets keep him and his family in your prayers Attached Images __________________ 69 chevy c10 350 3 speed manual wood bed build thread here r.i.p. 70 c10 auto 350 build here Last edited by berencam; 10-26-2007 at 11:55 AM. Reason: recieved false info

10-25-2007, 01:12 AM	#2
brak Registered User Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: MinneSNOWta Posts: 1,381	Re: just totaled my 69 and almost totaled me OUCH!!! Good to hear you made it out ok __________________ 2003 GMC Sierra 1500 WT 1995 Nissan Hardbody 2016 Hyundai Veloster Turbo DC2 (SW/AW) Clyde W. Harvey USN "Socialism is a philosophy of failure, the creed of ignorance, and the gospel of envy, its inherent virtue is the equal sharing of misery" Winston Churchill

10-25-2007, 01:14 AM	#3
custom72c20 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Temecula,CA Posts: 309	Re: just totaled my 69 and almost totaled me glad to hear that you are ok. poor truck. __________________ Nick Old pic of my 72: http://img340.imageshack.us/my.php?image=img0435co5.jpg 04 Silverado Daily Driver 68 GMC short step http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=379665 "I'll beat you to the gas station!!"

10-25-2007, 01:15 AM	#4
JHART 1972 Shorty Owner Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Stationed in Cali , born and raised in PHX Arizona. Posts: 796	Re: just totaled my 69 and almost totaled me OMG! Sorry to hear about your accident. You are one lucky man to have made out ok. This is a HUGE eye opener for us all. -Hart __________________ 1972 Chevy Shorty C-10- Project In Work http://67-72chevytrucks.com/gallery/...ATT1721941.jpg- New Project

10-25-2007, 01:16 AM	#5
68350 Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Williston, ND Posts: 2,999	Re: just totaled my 69 and almost totaled me holy sht!! Glad you made it out alive, and you're right, somebody was watching over you. Sad to hear the other died, even though he was asking for it. Glad you're ok __________________ 68 Chevy CST/10, 50th Anniversary, 327/th400, 373 posi, buckets 68 GMC Shortbox* Stepside, 402/th400, Tilt, Tach, Bucket Seats, 3.08 Positraction 69 Chevy Camaro SS, 383, 4 speed, positraction 70 Chevy El Camino SS396, Triple Black, 454/th400, Tach 70 Chevy Shortbox Stepside 4x4, 350/th350, Tilt, Tach, Cab Lights, Bumper Guards, Tow Hooks 70 Chevy 3/4 Longbox, 350/auto, 70k, SURVIVOR 71 Chevy Blazer, CST, 350/auto 71 GMC Sierra K2500, 454, 4 speed, 4.10 posi, 37s 71 Custom/30, Open Road, 350/th400, tilt 72 Chevy Shortbox Fleetside, 496 Stroker/th400, Tilt, Tach, Bucket Seats, 3.42 Posi 72 GMC Sierra Grande 2500. 427/th400, tilt, a/c, tool and stowage, buckets/console, 3.54 posi

10-25-2007, 01:21 AM	#6
krue Designated A-hole! Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: South Mississippi Posts: 36,450	Re: just totaled my 69 and almost totaled me Glad to hear you are relatively okay. Sucks for the other guy but he brought it on himself. Sucks for your truck also. __________________ "If it ain't broke, fix it 'til it is!" Being stupid ain't illegal. We're Still Debt Free Except for the House!!! www.daveramsey.com 70 GMC SWB Stepside project "Green Booger" soon to be 6.0l/4l80e 93 S-10 "Poppaw's Truck"

10-25-2007, 01:33 AM	#7
SactoJim Registered User Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Sacramento, CA Posts: 1,970	Re: just totaled my 69 and almost totaled me You took a helluva hit!! __________________ 72 Cheyenne SWB Fleet Nut & bolt frame off in progress...99.9999% - supercharged 383 - 4 wheel discs - relocated fuel tank - My Build Thread

10-25-2007, 03:04 AM	#8
Angelse68cal Cochino_Racing_909 Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: California Posts: 280	Re: just totaled my 69 and almost totaled me You can say the Lord was in the driver seat in your truck! Dam that was one helluva hit especially that the metal on these things are not tin like Hondas and toyos. Well I am glad to see you are doing ok. Hope you heal up well and get plenty of rest.

10-25-2007, 03:33 AM	#9
A.P. Black 72 Chevy Join Date: May 2002 Location: Los Angeles, California Posts: 662	Re: just totaled my 69 and almost totaled me Wow, look at that damage. No wonder the other guy did not make it. Glad you made it. A.P. __________________ 72 Chevy, SWB, 350engine, TH400

10-25-2007, 06:52 AM	#10
Shock_Me Senior Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: New Brunswick, Canada Posts: 587	Re: just totaled my 69 and almost totaled me Holy cr&p! Looking at dammage like that and the fact that you're still walking around makes me feel pretty safe in my old 68. Glad you're ok, trucks can be replaced. Too bad about the other guy. Take care, Pete

10-25-2007, 07:04 AM	#11
Cyclone44 Step Brother Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: K-town Posts: 4,029	Re: just totaled my 69 and almost totaled me OMG !!!! What did he hit you with? And how fast was he going? You are one lucky man to come out of that alive, Hate to hear about the other guy passing away....George Last edited by Cyclone44; 10-25-2007 at 07:06 AM.

10-25-2007, 07:04 AM	#12
Bishops Trucks KEEP ON TRUCKIN' Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Sterling, Va. Posts: 5,731	Re: just totaled my 69 and almost totaled me I'm glad to hear you are OK. The pics bring back bad memories from about 12 years ago. __________________ JIM '97 GMC Sierra K1500 '95 Chevy Silverado C1500 '71 Cheyenne Z71 / LT1 & 4-Speed SWB K/10 Father/Son Project http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4l689JKXPnA http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/payments.php "LIVIN' FREE FOREVER"

10-25-2007, 07:14 AM	#13
mtdave2 newly minted old timer Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Hudson WI Posts: 3,521	Re: just totaled my 69 and almost totaled me wow, we are not talking cheap thin metal there, we all know how stout these trucks are. damage like that? wow. compleat act of God that you are alive. __________________ ____________________________________________ 72 c20 longhorn 65k org miles and counting! 69 k10 Suburban

10-25-2007, 07:20 AM	#14
space Registered User Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Benson-ish, NC Posts: 325	Re: just totaled my 69 and almost totaled me Glad you made it out ok. With that kind of damage, I can't imagine what a new truck would look like in the same situation.

10-25-2007, 07:25 AM	#15
boogie67 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: waco tx Posts: 584	Re: just totaled my 69 and almost totaled me Glad your ok.That was a hell of a wreck. __________________ 77 swb starting all over again.



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10-25-2007, 07:40 AM	#16
70cst Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: New Madison, Ohio Posts: 21,373	Re: just totaled my 69 and almost totaled me Sorry to hear about your accident. People still don't believe that drinking and driving is not a good thing. I am glad to see you will be ok and you will heal. Sheet metal, glass, and tires can be replaced. Sad to hear that David Argo didn't make it. It is times like these when we need to refect on the important issues of life. My son was in an car accident in July 2001. He didn't make it. But he knew that the most important thing about life is the "dash" between our birth and our death. Again I am glad that you will be ok. Live long and prosper in the right way. __________________ A husband can be right...or...A husband can be happy. 67-72 Chevy and GMC Trucks...The Classic Truck for the Classic Folk. 1970 CST Two tone green, 402BB, 400 Automatic, Tach, Buckets, AC, AM-FM, Tilt, GM CB, GM 8 Tract, LWB, etc JOHN 17:3...The better side of "LIFE" Remember: Everyday is a good day...Some are just gooder! Last edited by 70cst; 10-25-2007 at 07:41 AM.

10-25-2007, 07:53 AM	#17
Jim_PA Registered User Join Date: May 2005 Location: PA Posts: 2,696	Re: just totaled my 69 and almost totaled me Wow. Damn- where did the engine go. My condolences.

10-25-2007, 08:07 AM	#18
truckdude239 Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Lewisville, Nc Posts: 10,237	Re: just totaled my 69 and almost totaled me wow dude i will pray for youa fast recovery that sucks about your truck and the other dude __________________ David fuller Ase Certified Mechanic Click here to help support our board!! 1971 Chevy c-10 under going a 4.8l LSx swap Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=421305 2007 Honda Accord my daily 145kmiles 2002 Honda Accord 4 door With 330k(sisters car) 2005 toyota Avalon 228k( brothers car) 2002 Sububran 5.3 245k 2000 Tahoe 5.3l 378 General manager for Marco's Carwash & lube

10-25-2007, 08:18 AM	#19
caminokid Chevy nut Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Springfield, Illinois Posts: 2,266	Re: just totaled my 69 and almost totaled me Glad you made it out. Thank GOD you weren't driving a S-10. These trucks I explain to my girlfriend all the time when she is driving mine that can drive thru something if she hits it. When it comes to drunk driving...I dont feel sorry for the other guy. He could have killed you. Get well soon dude. __________________ 84 Chevy Custom Deluxe 1/2 Ton Named Fade To Black II "Remember kids there is NO replacement for displacement!"

10-25-2007, 08:20 AM	#20
trailwart Registered User Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: michigan Posts: 356	Re: just totaled my 69 and almost totaled me sry about your truck , and glad you made it through. this really hits home for me as i just lost a fellow coworker/friend of 10yrs on saturday from a drunk driver. the dd failed to pull over for police and a high speed pursuit went on for a while and the cops backed off, the guy ditched the cops, my buddy was at a traffic light on his way home from work to his family, when he was t-boned at estimated speed of over 1oomph. nedless to say he didnt have a chance, another coworker was with him and is in critical condition not looking good, and the dd died sunday from injuries sustained in the accident, the dd was 21 or 22 and his really bad choice just tore apart 3 familys. its a shame that this type of thing is just ganna continue to happen again and again. best of luck to a healthy recovery. __________________ 72 chevy 3\4 ton 4 speed 4x4 84 1\2 ton 4x4 (gone but not forgotten, thanks for the memories) 1999 suburban 4x4 1982 chevrolet S-10 V-8 (Thanks uncle EARL)

10-25-2007, 08:21 AM	#21
Premium72 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Villa Rica Ga Posts: 889	Re: just totaled my 69 and almost totaled me you made it because you were in a tank. if you were in a little honda or sumthn. you would probably would have been a gonner. sorry to hear about that. im glad you made it, its harsh to say it but drunk drivers useually get what they deserve. ive slept in a back seat and truck bed many a night. its one thing to risk ones own life but moms drive their kids on those streets too. take care dude. __________________ WombatFire, Art-Design-MADNESS Follow My Build and Adventures on Instagram Last edited by Premium72; 10-25-2007 at 08:23 AM.

10-25-2007, 08:38 AM	#22
jkaylor68gmc Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: TN Posts: 2,448	Re: just totaled my 69 and almost totaled me I am very very sorry to hear that. I hope that all goes well and remember if you need anything from us on the board, let us know. __________________ 1947 International KB-1 1957 Chevy Bel-Air riding low 1962 swb fleetside 2002 Chevrolet Silverado 7-inch lift on 35 Daily driver 2016 Chevy Tahoe Better halves ride

10-25-2007, 08:45 AM	#23
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: just totaled my 69 and almost totaled me Sorry to hear about the accident. Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family, as well as David's family during this difficult time. If you need anything from any of the guy's in the Mid-MO area (Jeff City, MO) pm me and we'll do what we can. Wishing you a fast recovery. __________________ -Nate 1969 CST SWB - Project Blank Slate (4.5/6" ECE Static Drop, 6-lug disc brake upgrade (manual), Billet Specialties Vintec 20x8.5 255/40 (F) 20x10 295/40 (R), 250 I-6) 1960 AMF Skylark - Tot Roddin' (Lowered with custom frame; soon to include custom push bar and interior) 2008 Silverado CrewCab 1LT (5.3L, 3:73, 4x4, LT1, Z-71, Towing Package)

10-25-2007, 08:48 AM	#24
ColoradoK5 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Denver Colorado Posts: 608	Re: just totaled my 69 and almost totaled me That really sux I am glad you made it out!! God Bless and hope you recover quickly.

10-25-2007, 08:56 AM	#25
manimal Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Southern Kalifornia Posts: 3,066	Re: just totaled my 69 and almost totaled me Glad to see you are alive. Dont feel one bit sorry for that drunk SOB one bit. THE MANwas with you on this day. Good luck to you and your family. Like said above, this is a real eye opener. -Lance __________________ ------------------------------------------------------ -Lance 2000 Chevy C2500, 5.7, 4L80e 1999 Suburban K2500, 7.4, 4L80e 1980 Camaro..son's car...PROJECT

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