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Originally Posted by
Chewy
I had no idea we'd lost him! I'd met him in person and he was a super nice guy! I had melanoma going on three years ago and have the scars on my face and neck to prove it. It's not to be taken lightly (not that he did). I go in every six months for check ups and wear sunscreen and a stupid looking hat whenever in the sun. Take care out there guys! Sunburns are BAD!!!
RIP Chris!
Originally Posted by
edmanet
RIP Chris. Guys please have any spots checked out. I was diagnosed with melanoma almost 6 yrs ago. As of now I'm still cancer free but have had 2 nasty surgeries & have a 4" round crater on my head. I get checked every 6 months. As Chewy stated, Don't take it lightly.
Guys I had no idea. A lot of respect to you both to talk about it ..also Im sorry the two of you had to go through this. Happy to hear your clear and getting checked. God bless!
I have two that my dermatologist wants to test on the back of my neck. Of course its where the sun hits all the time. My wife and barber noticed them the last few years.
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Originally Posted by
MongosG8
Guys I had no idea. A lot of respect to you both to talk about it ..also Im sorry the two of you had to go through this. Happy to hear your clear and getting checked. God bless!
I have two that my dermatologist wants to test on the back of my neck. Of course its where the sun hits all the time. My wife and barber noticed them the last few years.
You need to go yearly as you grow older. Mine looked like nothing! I've had a ton of Basil Cell issues too. I'm a champ with stitches! 
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Didn't know about this. Was wondering about him the other day and that I hadn't seen him in a while. Truly was a great member of the board.
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Originally Posted by
Chewy
You need to go yearly as you grow older. Mine looked like nothing! I've had a ton of Basil Cell issues too. I'm a champ with stitches!
Now I wish I didnt wait so long .. But I guess its better a little late than never go at all.
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Borla Cat Back, VCM OTR Intake, DBA 4000 Slotted rotors and Hawk Ceramic pads, GXP Diffuser painted White, GXP Fascia, Crystal Clear side markers, Black Scoops, 20% Tint all around. 20" Camaro SS polished staggered, Shark Fin, Infinity 6032si front and Polk db651s rear
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R.I.P. Chris (Panzer Leader)
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I had no idea that he passed. I remember him participating regularly here and always seemed to be a great guy. He was a very modest guy and you would have never known that he had the fantastic track record that I just learned about today. It's a shame that we lost such a great guy. Cancer can kiss my ass!!!
Marty
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He knew his vehicles, loved his "only V6" G8, and was most definitely entertaining. I remember his candid posts expressing his awareness of his predicament as I was experiencing a bit of a predicament myself at the time. I admired his courage and regret that we never met.
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I remember him posting about possible cancer, and that he thought it was from the oil fires in Kuwait.
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It's always amazing how the people who have accomplished so much are also the most humble. RIP Chris.
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Thanks for posting this Pete, I had no idea that we had lost Chris. I never had the honor of meeting him, but he was always a valued member of this forum. He will be missed.
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A golden person and personality from the golden era of this website. A great guy.
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