We have not done much lately, I'm waiting for Rich to fly down here check things out, he has been busy with work and really sick. But here are some of the pics I sent him before Christmas.

Enjoy

Rodger

Rodger
I like the idea of the cowl following through. Whats the plan for the windshield
then?
Dave

The stock one will fit right in place, the cowl piece fits right in front of the windshield. I just need to cut a notch for the windshield wiper arm.

Rodger

Wipers! Who needs wipers.

Interesting idea there :yes:

What ever happened to the Nova with the Z06 drivetrain(Novanutcase)
Is it done?

Worked on it today, slowly but surely.

Greetings,

I was told earlier this week I have an extremely rare form of cancer.
The cancer (aggressive digital papillary adenocarcinoma) will require amputation of my ring finger and the surrounding tissue in my hand.

After surgery (3/4/09), I will undergo a full body MRI and bone scan to look for other tumors. If present, I will undergo chemo and whatever surgery deemed necessary to remove the cancer.

I was told that 50% of the people with this cancer generally have other tumors, most of which are attached to the lung tissue.

I would like to tell you more about the cancer but with only 26 known cases of this cancer in the previous 10 years, the data just doesn't exist. My doctor is the chief MD at UCSF (MT ZION), so I feel good about that.

I've spent so much time on this board and I feel that I know most you personally. My family and I ask for your prayers in this time of crisis. My wife and two kids are extremely worried and rightfully so.

I will frequent the board over the next couple months but regretfully, I have to put the build on hold for a while.

Best Regards,

Richard Allen

Richard,
I am deeply sorry to hear this type of news. Stay strong and please keep us posted.
Dave

We are behind you 110% with our thoughts and prayers!

Hope to see you at the 'Knotty Pine' again soon.


--Eric

Wow..Very sorry to hear that Richard. I'm hoping for the best for you. The Docs do seem to be making advances in fighting Cancer so I'm going to assume they will have yours beat.

WOW! I hope the surgery goes really well and you beat this cancer. My father was diagnosed with throat cancer about 3 years ago. When he went through kemo and radiation it was hard on him and the family. You never want to see you loved ones in any type of discomfort. My heart goes out to you and your family.

Josh

Hay Rich it is huge bummer to hear about the results from the last few weeks of medical issues you have had. My thoughts and prayers are with you my friend. You sir are a fighter and I know just as in anything in life you are a fighter and you too can beat this struggle in life. Some day soon you will be back up in the air flying planes and enjoying your love, and hopefully we can finish you camaro so you can fly on the ground. Keep your chin up and never stop fighting for every minute you can spend with those you love.
Life is short and all our days are numbered, you just have to fight to get as many as you can.

I lost my mom 3 years ago, after 8 years of fighting cancer.

Rodger

Oh my God - Rich.

I was shocked to say the least when i read your post this morning.

The most important thing you can do for yourself and your family is to have a positive mental attitude and surround yourself with positive people.

I was diagnoised 3 years ago with Thyroid Cancer. They did the first surgery and removed 3 of the tumors from the right side of my neck. I still have one tumor on the left side that they are afraid to operate on as i may lose one of my vocal cords and the nerve that allows me to breath through my mouth. But with Diet, Exercise, Prayer and a Positive attitude the tumor keeps getting smaller from visit to visit.

If you every need someone to talk with that been through it you can call me anytime. 630.234.2488 I make the time to talk because i know how important it is to have a good support group when your going through tough times.

My prayers are with you and your family.

Rich, I'm so sorry to hear this news. We'll be keeping you in our thoughts for sure. Hope all goes well next week and every week after.
Good Luck! Let us know if we can help.

Good Luck Rich,
Anything we can do too help Just ask

Sorry to hear that Rich, my families prayers are with you. If need anything let me know and I will help where I can.

Good luck & best wishes :cheers:

Rich,
Do the doctors know how you came down with this?

You and your family will be in my prayers.

Rich,

Hang in there. My Dad beat Colon Cancer 6 years ago. Stay positive and keep your family close. You are in our prayers.

Sorry to hear.
 

Richard, sorry to hear about the bad news.
You and your family will be in my prayers. STAY STRONG and positive.
You can fight it. ALL THE BEST!!!

Rich, I am so sorry to hear this. I hope all goes well and you are back reporting on your project real soon.

Take care,
Don

You are in our thoughts and prayers Rich. My mom has had cancer twice and she beat it both times.

Keep positive and have good family and friends around to support you and you will pull through.

x2!!!
Im praying for the best for ya man.

Very sorry to hear. I believe in staying positive and my thoughts regarding this battle will be in that light. Good luck with the surgery and resulting scans.

Best wishes to you Rich. Family and health come before cars and toys obviously. Hang in there man and you are in our thoughts and prayers. UCSF is as good as it gets.

Sorry to hear this Rich your in my prayers and you will beat this +

Sorry to hear of this Rich! We are behind you and you are in our prayers!!

Rich ,
I've been in this situation with my mom. Stay strong and positive. Live,LOVE,and laugh. It's the best thing you can do with family and friends.

Mark

Everyone, thank you for the warm wishes.

I spoke with Rodger last night and we decided to complete everything but the paint and interior. Rodger thinks the costs will be minimal and that's music to my ears.

Were figuring another 5-7 weeks before Ironworks sends the car home.



Rich

Thats great news! Maybe the car will help clear your head when things get difficult. A nice drive with the wife will help keep you positive and strong!

Josh

Rich, you will be in my family's thoughts and prayers, wishing you all the best and Godspeed to beat this thing. It sounds like you are in good hands. -Rob

Richard,

"I shall not die, but live, and declare the works of the LORD."

Psalm 118:17

Rich,

I'm so sorry to hear about the issues you are contending with now. My prayers go out to you and your family.

Like Eric said, Hope to see you at the "Knotty Pine" again!

John

Rich my thoughts and Prayers are with you and your family.
Everyday I keep telling myslef I need to take better care, eat better excersise more. When I see this stuff pop up it reminds me how lucky I am to be "healthy". And how I shouldnt take that for granted.
Be well and God speed.

Thanks again to everyone!

Surgery is tomorrow night and the bone and body scans are the following day.
I'm hopefull this is just a bump in the road of life. :cheers:

Good luck Rich

Best of luck to you Rich! You'll be in my thoughts. I hope this is just a bump in the road. I hope to meet you and see your COMPLETED BADASS car soon!

Best of luck Tomorrow!

Good Luck today we all will be praying for you

The hospital called and canceled my surgery 6 hours prior to my arrival.
Apparently they lost the pathology slides and won't operate without them.


My life was just put on hold for another week.
It's devastating to say the least.



Rich