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DMAG
04-03-2007, 09:35 PM
Written by: Cam

Well everyone, believe it or not. I just don't have a clue what to say, so bare with me please while I ramble on some. After all, it's not the first time right. :blah:

My time here on the boards has provided a very interesting twist in my life. Ya see believe it or not I actually work a hell of a lot of hours................ya,ya,ya........I know. :bsflag:


Most folks work a couple grand worth of hours a year, I do 4-5 just for good measure and besides that, we must keep the wife accustomed to her life style now shouldn't we. :owned:


So all I'm getting at is that when and if I have time to enjoy myself it's mostly with immediate family and usually only a couple of weeks worth of days a year.

And then came the DAY!, yup that's right THE DAY!!. I lay claim to the term.......... "THE DAY!" , it is mine and I'm not sharing with nobody, no way.......nooooo how!.
The DAY when I bought this:

http://www.lxforums.com/images/LXOM/cam/1.jpg

Yup, you got it. A fully loaded, every damn option (except roof rack thank goodness :Na_Na_Na_Na: :wink: ) Inferno red RT Magnum. Oh sure I looked at the SRT's, hell they had just come out and all the local dealers were smacking everyone with the biiiiiig mark up. But me, ah heck no, I'm a smart guy right??......RIGHT??. I ain't paying no premium for a few extra ponies.......no sirey........I thunked just how much could it really cost to pump this motor up??. And besides that I'm only gonna run this wagon for a couple years and throw it away. So Mr. Dealer man, I'll take that 100K warranty while your at it..........yup, toss that in, I may need it. Now I have to add this in for good measure. During my quest to procure a new ride, my extremely intelligent and gorgeous wife says to me "Hey! are you sure???? you don't want an SRT??, get it now or I never wanna hear you complain about it." and of course my response was one of pure intelligence and prudent thought, "nope, this will be just fine honey". :)


AND THEN IT STARTED, A FATE WORSE THEN 10,000 MULES PULLING ON YOUR TESTICALS..........................THE MOD BUG BIT. :shock:


Oh it started out innocently enough. Every ride I have every had got rims and what nots right off the bat. So off on a quest for rims and tires, tint this baby, a grill and within a couple of days after purchase she was done. But wait, SEMA is next week.......hummmm, we can't go to SEMA with a stock exhaust..........nope not this guy, that's just not acceptable.

So in a flurry, on a hunt I go. And what do we find? ZOOMERS yes that's the ticket ZOOMERS!!. And what do I see listed in Ron's ad.

10% off for all LXforums members. Well now, 10% off, WTF is LXforums. OH I SEE!, it's free to join....................gawd almighty that's worth 10% right there foooor shore. :hammer:


Well, the rest is history. Most of you have seen the transformation unfold like a rose unfolding it's soft and sensuous petals...............................no wait, that's gay, it's more like a coal miner digging his way out of a blown shaft.............yup that's it, dirty and grity just the way it should be damn-it!!. No sissy flower stuff here guys, it's man grim and sack sweat or nuttin for this ride. :p

But along the way my life changed for the better. What do I find here, community. Worth way more then 10% off, matter of fact it's more akin to VALUE.

Value in everything I've learned from each and every one of you. :not_worth

Value in a rekindling of my "faith in human nature". :huddle:

Value in what will be life long friendships that I feel honored to have. Some of whom I have yet to shake their hands or share a toast with. :beerchug:


I feel truly blessed to have been granted these things. I was taught to bring value to this world, never take, always give everything you have to offer. This forum and all involved have become one of the most positive influences in my life.

As a matter of fact. This forum allowed me to live out one of my life long dreams. Just like all young boys with a over abundance of testosterone, I always dreamed of building a badars street ride. So even though I have a few more steps to go with her. I was able to share a very special day with my son and dad recently. A day that I hope will leave a lasting impression in all three of our lives.

http://www.lxforums.com/images/LXOM/cam/2.jpg

http://www.lxforums.com/images/LXOM/cam/3.jpg

So I'm done now, just one more thing.


I really mean this from the very bottom of my retched and tainted soul. Thank you. :not_worth

Leadfootluke
04-03-2007, 09:38 PM
woohoo!!!!!!!

Congrats man,

WELL deserved.

Ozzie
04-03-2007, 09:39 PM
Well done, mate. Knew you could do it! :wink:

DeafCharger
04-03-2007, 09:41 PM
Congrats! :thumbs_u:

fnkychkn
04-03-2007, 09:44 PM
a hearty congrats to you Mr. Cam. as deserving as anyone before you. carry the torch high and make us proud. :beerchug:

MAGFX
04-03-2007, 09:46 PM
Congrats, Dude!:beerchug:

Junior
04-03-2007, 09:47 PM
Congratulations, Cam! You've been a great pal since I met you at GIFO4 - before I was on the forums, in fact, I knew you were one of the guys really out there trying to figure it all out, and pushing these things further...

Working hard on making the 6-speed a reality, making that funky intake bench tester, always there with tools ready, and advice when it's needed... thanks for teaching what you learn, I've got a lotta respect for you, man, and you earned it. Not to mention showing us that you can, in fact, change the oil on these things...! Nice f'ing job on that.

So until the next time we're out there doing it, I just wanna say, I'm tuned in!

See you then - Mike

HEMIwoman
04-03-2007, 09:49 PM
Congrats sir!!!! :)

DMAG
04-03-2007, 09:50 PM
Congrats Cam! You da man!

srt-hardware
04-03-2007, 10:01 PM
Wow Cam, Some speech, I hope I never get this honor because I could never write something so eloquent. Congrats

Jay Carnes
04-03-2007, 10:13 PM
I will say, I got more information in one day off this website than I did in all others in over a month. The First day I signed up I became a Level 2 supporter because of the info I got in ONE day! About a year later that small donation has more than paid off. This place rocks & bravo to you fine sir.

Round of applause for everyone here really, This place has inspired me to build the finest LX chassis car I can build.

Aikidoka
04-03-2007, 10:20 PM
BIG TIME Congrats Cam. Most deserved.

fatchance
04-03-2007, 10:28 PM
That's an understatement for sure. Only a few truely know how great this guy is.

Congrats Cam! You da man!

Jaak
04-03-2007, 10:36 PM
Hey CAM!!!!

Sweeeeeeeeeeeeet!!! :thumbs_u: Here's to ya bud, and spending that $50 on something useless, er ful, yeah, useful, that's it!!! :beerchug:

Ghostface Mag
04-03-2007, 10:38 PM
Congrats Man......:banana:

ZMagnum
04-03-2007, 10:40 PM
Congrats Cam. It was good to see you again at SF. Keep up the good work.

MR. J
04-03-2007, 10:48 PM
Congrats Cam :thumbs_u:

Fondy
04-03-2007, 10:52 PM
CONGRATS CAM

we wouldnt trade ya for anything!

Mighty Noid
04-03-2007, 11:16 PM
Cam.. I have said it in the past and I will say it again...

YOU DA MAN!!!!!

:)

Charg-um@BMC Performance
04-03-2007, 11:25 PM
I lov...ooooops, I mean CONGRATULATIONS !!!!!!



By the way, this is the mod bug under a microscope..http://www.lxforums.com/board/customavatars/avatar8937_8.gif (http://www.lxforums.com/board/member.php?u=8937)

Dupie24
04-03-2007, 11:29 PM
Great write up, sounds so familiar. These cars are magic. Congrat's Cam, I'll buy ya a few!:beerchug:

thewagon
04-03-2007, 11:31 PM
As expected, that is one funny @ss writeup! ha ha ha

Congratulations on a long deserved honor Cam.

Thanks for all your help with my ride. I am very grateful.

bigdaddyoc
04-03-2007, 11:32 PM
Sheesh people....he's aight....some of you make it sound like he walks on water or something.....


<someone had to bring him back a lil closer to earth....>

RobAGD
04-03-2007, 11:44 PM
Hey Cam, it was a blast meeting up with you at spring fling !! And the ride I got to take in your beast was awsome and like I said your goingto cost me a lot of money :mrgreen:

I have to ask if your "Passengers" have recovered from the AutoX :hammer: :banana:

Your Rock buddy !

-R

32Noir
04-03-2007, 11:46 PM
Dude! Just to reiterate what has been said a few times already..............
CONGRATU-EFFIN-LATIONS!!!!! This one's overdue. Oh yeah. Thanks for the help too.

MAGNUM8R
04-04-2007, 12:04 AM
Right on CAM!
For sure nobody more deserving!!


BTW, The write up was purdy dang cool too!!:thumbs_u:

GoofyTimL
04-04-2007, 12:34 AM
So you have "just" and R/T huh? Well what the heck is that last picture about... you a poser or something? Didn't even make mention of a 6.1 anywheres in the progression of the mod bug ailment!

CONGRATS Dude! Hope to meet up with you again the next time we're out Riverside way.

iRock
04-04-2007, 01:19 AM
Cam you share our souls. A rose by any name would burn tires as sweet. Congrats and enjoy!

Dodger
04-04-2007, 01:33 AM
:friday: Congrats Cam!:beerchug:

ASU_Magnum
04-04-2007, 01:50 AM
congrats brutha! and i must be out of the loop cuz when the hell did you get a 6.1 put in? lol

cbutler32
04-04-2007, 03:12 AM
Congrats!!!

stalter
04-04-2007, 03:55 AM
Spoken like a champion! Congrats man!

RandysWay
04-04-2007, 04:19 AM
Congratulations Cam!!

Very well deserved.. :mrgreen: :beerchug:

MrHemi2U
04-04-2007, 06:49 AM
Congrats Cam well deserved. :thumbs_u:

JonzMgnm
04-04-2007, 07:02 AM
Congrats to one of the most dedicated forum members!:beerchug:


Three cheers for Cam....LXOM!

:banana: :banana: :banana:
:rock: :rock: :rock:
:pepper: :pepper: :pepper:
:hammer: :hammer: :hammer:
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Obsidian
04-04-2007, 07:54 AM
Congrats Cam!! Well deserved!! :beerchug:

KGBPro
04-04-2007, 08:09 AM
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Ya talk to much!!!!! LOL

Congrats man!!!:chickdance: :chickdance: :chickdance: :chickdance: well deserved!!!

BMWDON
04-04-2007, 08:54 AM
Congrats cam, the swap was awesome :thumbs_u:

OcalaHemi
04-04-2007, 09:27 AM
Anyone got a Kleenex? You're making my bolts rust! That was some speech! Congratulations!

Carfinish
04-04-2007, 09:49 AM
Congrats Cam....well deserved for someone that gives tremendously to the forum in many ways.


Stell

Meathammer
04-04-2007, 09:49 AM
Congrats Cam.

Tmagnum
04-04-2007, 09:59 AM
I can personally atest to this statement!

" I was taught to bring value to this world, never take, always give everything you have to offer. "

I was blessed with your kind heartedness recently and will never forget it. With all that you do for this community and your car and then take time to help MANY others like myself with our rides !!!

You truely are a giver, THANKS !!!

Congrats on well deserved acknowledgement !

CoolVanilla
04-04-2007, 10:03 AM
Without question, you've brought value here Cam. Not only to the boards, but to me personally as well. Enjoy this now cause I'll never admit to it again, but I am honored to call you friend.

Well earned you douche bag. :mrgreen: :friday:

COLORADOMAGNUM
04-04-2007, 10:09 AM
Congrats Cam. Keep up the good work!!!

Hankster
04-04-2007, 10:31 AM
Congrats Cam! It was great meeting you at the Festival - I was the magnum parked next to yours (great before and after shots for everyone). I learned a lot and have hence been infected by your mod bug. Gee thanks!

BrilliantBlackHemi
04-04-2007, 10:34 AM
Congrats man. You deserved it. It was good talking to you this weekend about progress on my transformation. Yours was/is awesome too. Congrats again.

Hazman
04-04-2007, 10:34 AM
Congrats Cam the man
http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q176/HazmanAvatarKing/CamLXOM.gif

sugar-tj
04-04-2007, 10:49 AM
congrats cam... :rock: :beerchug:

CHARGERSHED
04-04-2007, 11:19 AM
CAM, It was good to meet you at the SF. Even though we only spoke briefly, I could tell the excitement and enthusiasm you have for our LX's... You have a sweet Mag, keep up the great work... GOD bless you and your's...

netnathan
04-04-2007, 11:30 AM
Nice story...
Congratulations..

mnunes
04-04-2007, 11:47 AM
Congrats Cam! Couldn't go to a more deserving member.

MattRobertson
04-04-2007, 12:43 PM
I have to say that the guy on the skateboard hit the nail right on the head. 'nuff said.
Without question, you've brought value here Cam. Not only to the boards, but to me personally as well. Enjoy this now cause I'll never admit to it again, but I am honored to call you friend.

Well earned you douche bag. :mrgreen: :friday:

CoolVanilla
04-04-2007, 12:46 PM
I have to say that the guy on the skateboard hit the nail right on the head. 'nuff said.How many fargin times do I need to tell you... its a borrowed bike!


:loser:

xcelr8r
04-04-2007, 01:25 PM
Congrats Cam! Thank you. I never left an exchange with you without a grin.

06TB2066
04-04-2007, 06:08 PM
Congrats!

Jina's Embroidery
04-04-2007, 07:39 PM
Congratulations, I always enjoy reading your humour injected, informative posts.

Cam
04-04-2007, 08:11 PM
WOW, thanks everyone..................I's feeling all warm and fuzzy now. :doh:


Richi and Tim.............were you been...........that motor swap was sooooo three weeks ago..........:Na_Na_Na_Na:

TorRedReign
04-04-2007, 08:26 PM
Congrats Cam:beerchug: :friday: :rock:

Darthvader
04-04-2007, 08:34 PM
Cam you are by far the LXOM ever. Thanks for being to my man.

redinorange
04-04-2007, 08:52 PM
Congratulations!
about damn time...

LadyNilla
04-04-2007, 09:39 PM
I was taught to bring value to this world, never take, always give everything you have to offer.

It shows Cam. You're top notch and I appreciate all you bring to the forums. It is always a blast to see you at one of the many LX gatherings. Congrats on being LXOM.

Spiffywerks
04-04-2007, 09:44 PM
Whooohooo! Congradulations Cam! We tried to get you last month, but at least this month you have an awesome picture to go along with your win! hehe. So sweet dude! congrats you deserve it!

RandomAccess
04-04-2007, 09:58 PM
Congrats my friend!

You are a great asset to these forums... and a lot of fun too...

I just... wish... Your dream would have come true <sniff>
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Your dream of being.... RicerCam! LOL

Cam
04-04-2007, 10:04 PM
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Your dream of being.... RicerCam! LOL



LMFAO!!.

Alas, my dreams have been ripped from my grasp. RicerCam shall never be...........:cry: :doh:

Drew's RT
04-04-2007, 10:17 PM
Congrat's CAM! You a hell of a deserving guy for this honor! Keep the mod bug alive!

Batman
04-05-2007, 12:04 AM
All Right!!! So who'd you "watergate" to win this thing? HA! Congrats buddy, very much deserved man....tru dat, tru dat!!

tommyzdesign
04-05-2007, 09:33 AM
congrats cam , your the best ! i will need your shipping address again on monday.

tz

SoCalRT
04-05-2007, 12:43 PM
Way to go buddy, congratulations.....

MagnumClub
04-05-2007, 02:37 PM
Congrats Cam! I really enjoyed meeting you (and your son) out in SoCal. After hanging out with you for ten minutes it felt like we were old high school buddies. You really represent the heart and soul of this community!
Here's to you...
:beerchug: :friday:

Redfox0099
04-05-2007, 02:47 PM
Congrats Cam, you have always been there to help me when I called

Good for you.

ChargerChick
04-05-2007, 08:01 PM
Congrats Cam!!! :pepper: :banana: :pepper:

Hemi31
04-05-2007, 09:58 PM
Damn Man.....How the hell did I miss this all week!Great read and congrats again!

BobF's 6POINT1
04-06-2007, 01:14 AM
Congrats and great write up. It couldn't have happened to a nicer guy.

Rev.Hammer
04-06-2007, 02:35 AM
Congrats CAM!!! This is well deserved!

Fight On!
04-06-2007, 01:33 PM
Congratulations CAM

Darthvader
04-06-2007, 02:03 PM
Cam you are the hostess with the mostess

Trojan
04-08-2007, 01:26 PM
Cam,

Way to go! Could'nt have happened to a nicer guy, Its refreshing to know theres still solid, Honest, Giving people left in this world.
Your definitely a role model for myself. Top Notch

Straight up.
Chris

Northern Rider
04-08-2007, 01:33 PM
Thumbs up, Cam!:banana:

BlakeAlden
04-08-2007, 01:40 PM
Congrats!!!

ChattTownMagnum
04-10-2007, 07:34 PM
much grats to ya man

ColeMonkey
04-10-2007, 10:55 PM
Congrats Cam, I wil give you a cheers when I turn 21... Cuz I'm a good boy, no breaking the law here... ya right!!!

TATTOOD
04-11-2007, 03:14 PM
Congrats CAm... well deserved!!!!

Cam
04-11-2007, 03:17 PM
Thanks again everyone, much appreciated. :not_worth

BilletTechnology
04-11-2007, 07:40 PM
Very deserving. Congrats Cam

PaulFix
04-13-2007, 11:53 AM
Readin the 1st post brings a lump to my base circle..sniff

HalV48
04-13-2007, 12:02 PM
Very well deserved Cam

Super T
04-14-2007, 12:50 AM
Finally read your ramblings... :wink:

In all seriousness, great write-up and thank you for making this place something so special :thumbs_u:

Klass
04-14-2007, 10:42 AM
Congrats Cam.......well deserved!!!!:rock:

LXON02
04-14-2007, 05:11 PM
Yes I would like to echo that congrats to you well sir, CONGRATS

DRE28
04-19-2007, 11:07 PM
does anyone know were I can find a car club in nc or atlanta ga?

Mighty Noid
04-20-2007, 12:44 PM
does anyone know were I can find a car club in nc or atlanta ga?
You may want to look here for that info...
http://www.lxforums.com/board/forumdisplay.php?f=99

moparman53
04-20-2007, 10:31 PM
I'm glad somebody I like and admire finally won. Not that you're the only one. Congrats. I could not compose such an eloquent writeup. Well done.

KaPPaBaLL
04-26-2007, 06:52 PM
hey, where does one get that silver oil filler cap? i want one for my hemi truck.. thank you

Cam
04-26-2007, 06:58 PM
hey, where does one get that silver oil filler cap? i want one for my hemi truck.. thank you

Go here:

http://www.lxforums.com/board/forumdisplay.php?f=205

KaPPaBaLL
04-26-2007, 08:04 PM
thanks a bunch.