tbush Tim Bush Minnesota, USA (32 posts) Registered: 11/16/2009 07:29PM Main British Car: '74 Spitfire, '59 Frogeye (sold) GM Vin T 3.1Lgoing in it. |
Auto hobby guys help out a sick young man.
Hello everyone. This is slightly off topic, but I thought you might find it interesting. A young man in Frazee, Minnesota who has been hospitalized with cancer asked on Pennock's Fiero Forum if anyone could help him finish the restoration of his car. A US soldier serving in Iraq saw the post and started to organize the forum members. This last weekend 18 forum members from all parts of the USA meet in Frazee and we completly restored the car. New paint, recovered seats, sound system, interior panels, replaced all worn parts and overhauled the engine. At 9:30 AM on Sunday we reveiled the car to Tyler. He was able to get out his wheelchair and drive off. It is amazing what people can do if they try. You can see Tyler's story here: www.tylerstoy.com
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BMC Brian Mc Cullough Forest Lake, Minnesota, USA (383 posts) Registered: 10/30/2007 02:27AM Main British Car: 1980 MGB '95 3.4L 'L32' SFI V6, GM V6T5 & 3.42 Limi |
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tbush Tim Bush Minnesota, USA (32 posts) Registered: 11/16/2009 07:29PM Main British Car: '74 Spitfire, '59 Frogeye (sold) GM Vin T 3.1Lgoing in it. |
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I am sadened to report that Tyler Shipman, the young man who's car we rebuilt, passed away last Sunday, Feb. 14th.
Tragically Tyler was just 18 years old when his promising life ended. Please take the time to hug your kids and loved ones as none of us know how long we will be in this world. Here is a link to Youtube of coverage of Tyler's story: www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wg4s4CEUliA In Tyler's memory an annual car show in his name is being planned for July 24th in Frazzee MN. Initially the folks organizing it were focused on a Fiero show. Some of us would like to make it a show or gathering for all. I would love to meet some of the local British V8 crowd there. I just would not know which car to drive, my modified Fiero or my modified Spit. - Tim Edited 1 time(s). Last edit at 02/17/2010 01:39PM by tbush. |
psmg Paul Schils Fredonia, WI (89 posts) Registered: 12/13/2007 10:27AM Main British Car: 1973 MGB-GT, Buick 215 1971 MGB RD, SBF 302 |
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Tim,
I'm saddened by the news of Tyler's passing. He will be included in my prayers. Please keep us updated on the car show, if possible I would like to attend. Thank you for the work you did in helping him realize a dream. -Paul |
Bill Young Bill Young Kansas City, MO (1337 posts) Registered: 10/23/2007 09:23AM Main British Car: '73 MG Midget V6 , '59 MGA I6 2.8 GM, 4.0 Jeep |
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Tim, it's a bit far for me to attend but I have a good friend in Minneapolis that belongs to the Ford Falcon club and he and his buddies might well be interested. Keep us up to date on the details and I'll pass them on.
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RMO 699F Mike Maloney SW Ohio (531 posts) Registered: 12/09/2007 12:28PM Main British Car: 1974 MGB Sebring GT, 3.9 Rover V8 |
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This is a very inspiring but sad story...Tyler will be in our prayers. Tim please keep us updated on the progress of the car show. I can combine the show with a visit to my daughter in Minneapolis.
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