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gajagfan · 07-26-2016, 03:15 PM

Congrats on your work so far. Way to man up and admit you had a problem. Keep it going!

BMR Sales · 07-26-2016, 03:16 PM

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Originally Posted by Mike J

Don't know if this ZL1 driver was as lucky as you...2015 8000km for $100.00 on Craigslist montreal..good luck to you

I think that $100 refers to the Starting Price of Parts that are coming off it!

Mike J · 07-26-2016, 04:21 PM

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Originally Posted by BMR Sales

I think that $100 refers to the Starting Price of Parts that are coming off it!

Prob...no engine and it says the car has already been stripped...hopefully this person was a lucky as our thread starter...stay clean dude

Royal Tiger · 07-26-2016, 04:35 PM

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Originally Posted by GrandAmGT

You can be charged with DUI for being on drugs. I've represented people charged with being high on cocaine while driving.

If they had it in the blood toxicology I hope you had him plead guilty and get him into re-hab, unless you're one of "those" types of lawyers. I was particularly sickened by a lawyer billboard in Pittsburgh for DUI representation.

jcampos · 07-26-2016, 04:48 PM

Coming from someone whom deals with criminals, junkies, pests, and angry people all day I think very highly of you. Your journey has not been easy nor will it ever but remember one thing, the life/lives you save by correcting your own out weighs all the struggle and pain it takes to remain sober. Thank you for the touching story I admire your self-worth, by manning up and taking responsibility.

Many people here may not know you personally or even care but, I deal with things such as your story, and many times worse every day. For real sir, I appreciate you taking the step(s) in the right direction. I will never look down on you but rather, look up because I know your struggle has been real and you have fought through all the BS to be here today. So again, thank you.

MiamiBlueCamaro · 07-26-2016, 07:03 PM

Stuff happens, glad you are ok, time to buy a Gen 6 now.

Mr. Stacy · 07-26-2016, 08:38 PM

Keep it up!

The real insidious thing about addiction, is that you lie to everybody, but most of all you lie to yourself.

Watch for that... You are never "cured" so it is a daily struggle.

As mentioned above, it was divine intervention or just plain luck you didn't take out an innocent and end up "biting your pillow" every night.

443 days is a great start, but we both know, it's a drop in the bucket.... Stick around and let us know if we can help.

Now, pass me that... !JK

Tony-8 · 07-26-2016, 09:17 PM

Congrats on getting clean and sober, brother. Being honest and open about the struggle can certainly help others who are where you have been. I applaud your courage, and wish you the best moving forward!

Flotek · 07-27-2016, 06:49 AM

Unfortunately in these cases the innocent people in the other vehicle had to pay and learn their lesson too ! That's nice you quit abusing yourself but don't pat yourself on the back too much and don't forget drugs and alcohol destroy other people's lives too unintentionally who had nothing at all to do with your bad choices .

PalmerGA · 07-27-2016, 06:52 AM

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Originally Posted by Rdphish73

You bet your ass I am! I'm waiting for the second year of the 6th gen...I also am on the look out for a real nice 1st Gen to toy with! I really miss my Camaro though. I got a new Jeep Grand Cherokee "Overland" with the 5.7 Hemi. Its a really really nice ride...but it's not exactly fun!

You still have a license and money after two DUI (or DWAI) offenses?

mwillems · 07-27-2016, 12:11 PM

Congrats! And keep it up.
Many of us have made poor decisions in our pasts, even recent pasts: it's not so much that, it's more what you do with it afterward.
Peace,
Mike

Rdphish73 · 07-27-2016, 12:52 PM

Wow, Thank you everyone for the kind words. I had no idea I would get this kind of support. We truly are a Camaro family! Like I said, I'm extremely grateful for my life these days. Recovering from any addiction...especially heroin is very difficult. But as long as I remain vigilant, share my message, help others as much as I can, and never get complacent...I will have an excellent chance at a fulfilling life free from that evil shit!! Thanks again to all who gave their kind words!!

gajagfan · 07-27-2016, 12:54 PM

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Originally Posted by Flotek

Unfortunately in these cases the innocent people in the other vehicle had to pay and learn their lesson too ! That's nice you quit abusing yourself but don't pat yourself on the back too much and don't forget drugs and alcohol destroy other people's lives too unintentionally who had nothing at all to do with your bad choices .

I noticed no back patting by the OP, more of a public service announcement to warn others. And if a kind word helps keep someone going in the right direction, seems like the thing to do. Always does suck when others are involved.

Ventura 1LE · 07-27-2016, 01:18 PM

Congrats on your road to recovery and those that were involved in surviving the incident. Abuse of any drug is the root cause of heartbreak both the person and society. We all have someone, many or a few within our network of friends, family and community that have been impacted.

I am glad there are programs out there for all of us to cope with this. I know reckless behavior behind the wheel of a car DUI's, Speeding, Careless Driving, Road Rage, and Outlaw Racing is something serious and will always be a presence in society.

It takes courage and a bit of looking in the mirror such as the OP to admit to this and sharing his story.

I too have been careless in my behavior behind the wheel of a car mostly speeding, careless driving, and some minor DUI's not being caught.

Now, I have gotten a bit older in my 40's and have been reducing those risks. == What I do now and my first HPDE has given me that release.

Good to talk about this very subject for sure.

Look in the mirror and we all find our flaws and can either stop or continue that behavior until a lives are changed in a instant and regret those actions.

07-26-2016, 08:38 PM	#35
Mr. Stacy El Duderino Drives: 2011 2LTRS Convertible Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: Seattle Posts: 2,194 View My Garage	Keep it up! The real insidious thing about addiction, is that you lie to everybody, but most of all you lie to yourself. Watch for that... You are never "cured" so it is a daily struggle. As mentioned above, it was divine intervention or just plain luck you didn't take out an innocent and end up "biting your pillow" every night. 443 days is a great start, but we both know, it's a drop in the bucket.... Stick around and let us know if we can help. Now, pass me that... !JK __________________ I bowl. Drive around. The occasional acid flashback.

07-26-2016, 09:17 PM	#36
Tony-8 Drives: 2014 Camaro RRM 2SS RS, M6 LS3 Vert Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: New Hampshire Posts: 236	Congrats on getting clean and sober, brother. Being honest and open about the struggle can certainly help others who are where you have been. I applaud your courage, and wish you the best moving forward! __________________ Dream it - drive it!

07-27-2016, 12:11 PM	#39
mwillems Drives: 2012 Camaro ZL1 Join Date: May 2016 Location: Brantford, Ontario Posts: 101	Congrats! And keep it up. Many of us have made poor decisions in our pasts, even recent pasts: it's not so much that, it's more what you do with it afterward. Peace, Mike __________________ Photographer/Engineer/Radio Amateur http://www.michaelwillems.ca

07-27-2016, 12:52 PM	#40
Rdphish73 Drives: 2012 Ashen Grey LS-3 RS/2SS Coupe Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Saratoga Springs, NY Posts: 118	Wow.. Wow, Thank you everyone for the kind words. I had no idea I would get this kind of support. We truly are a Camaro family! Like I said, I'm extremely grateful for my life these days. Recovering from any addiction...especially heroin is very difficult. But as long as I remain vigilant, share my message, help others as much as I can, and never get complacent...I will have an excellent chance at a fulfilling life free from that evil shit!! Thanks again to all who gave their kind words!! __________________ 2012 AGM LS-3 RS/SS: Airaid CAI, Ceramic Coated Dynatech SuperMaxx LT Headers, High Flow Cats, Borla "S-Type" Cat-Back Exhaust, Ted Jannetty Tuned, LS-3 Cowl Badging, RS/SS Fender Badging. Custom Bow-Ties by Lupe

07-26-2016, 03:15 PM	#29
gajagfan Drives: 2013 1SS 1LE Black - Std Exhaust Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Brunswick, GA Posts: 3,622 View My Garage	Congrats on your work so far. Way to man up and admit you had a problem. Keep it going!

07-26-2016, 04:48 PM	#33
jcampos Drives: 2014 Chevy Camaro SS Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: San Antonio Posts: 821	Coming from someone whom deals with criminals, junkies, pests, and angry people all day I think very highly of you. Your journey has not been easy nor will it ever but remember one thing, the life/lives you save by correcting your own out weighs all the struggle and pain it takes to remain sober. Thank you for the touching story I admire your self-worth, by manning up and taking responsibility. Many people here may not know you personally or even care but, I deal with things such as your story, and many times worse every day. For real sir, I appreciate you taking the step(s) in the right direction. I will never look down on you but rather, look up because I know your struggle has been real and you have fought through all the BS to be here today. So again, thank you.

07-26-2016, 07:03 PM	#34
MiamiBlueCamaro Drives: Gen 6 Camaro RS Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: Miami FL Posts: 1,725	Stuff happens, glad you are ok, time to buy a Gen 6 now.

07-27-2016, 06:49 AM	#37
Flotek Drives: 2015 RS camaro Join Date: May 2016 Location: Pa Posts: 187	Unfortunately in these cases the innocent people in the other vehicle had to pay and learn their lesson too ! That's nice you quit abusing yourself but don't pat yourself on the back too much and don't forget drugs and alcohol destroy other people's lives too unintentionally who had nothing at all to do with your bad choices .

07-27-2016, 01:18 PM	#42
Ventura 1LE Drives: 2018 SS 1LE Join Date: Apr 2016 Location: Oxnard Ca Posts: 241	Congrats on your road to recovery and those that were involved in surviving the incident. Abuse of any drug is the root cause of heartbreak both the person and society. We all have someone, many or a few within our network of friends, family and community that have been impacted. I am glad there are programs out there for all of us to cope with this. I know reckless behavior behind the wheel of a car DUI's, Speeding, Careless Driving, Road Rage, and Outlaw Racing is something serious and will always be a presence in society. It takes courage and a bit of looking in the mirror such as the OP to admit to this and sharing his story. I too have been careless in my behavior behind the wheel of a car mostly speeding, careless driving, and some minor DUI's not being caught. Now, I have gotten a bit older in my 40's and have been reducing those risks. == What I do now and my first HPDE has given me that release. Good to talk about this very subject for sure. Look in the mirror and we all find our flaws and can either stop or continue that behavior until a lives are changed in a instant and regret those actions.