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Old Jan 22, 2009 | 10:51 AM
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Effective immediately there will be a re-structuring at Tomzwheels. I don't mean to bore everyone, but to avoid speculation, ease curiosity, and share with some of the details with friends I have made here on the forum I will share some of the details.

About a year ago I was diagnosed with Prostate cancer. After testing it was found that the cancer was in an advanced stage as traces were found in the lymph nodes meaning the cancer had spread outside of the prostate. Although at this time I am handling the cancer very well the treatments which have many side effects have kicked my butt. I have been on Hormone treatments and am now doing the daily Radiation treatments. As I had made a decision to get my treatment at MD Anderson which I feel is one of the best facilities in the world I am either having to commute or stay in Houston for my radiation treatments.

With my condition affecting my involvement with the company and current market conditions the business suffered. At this time I am shutting down almost all of the wheel and tire part of the business and have spun off the accessories side which will be under the management of someone else. They will continue the accessories such as LLoyds mats, Altec, limited tires and wheels, and they may expand as time goes on. They will also help me liquidate the small amount of inventory I have in the shop.

When I finish treatments in a couple of months and have a little time to recover I will explore what options and possibilities might be available for Tomzwheels. Unfortunately what will happen with the company and my condition is all pure speculation and I cannot make any projections.

As for current business. All orders past, present, and future will be completed. All products sold by us are still covered by the Factory Warranty. Any questions regarding these issues can be sent via PM's or to Lonestarwheelz@aol.com.

This has been a tough time and I have really agonized making this decision. I realize now that with everything going on right now that this is the only decision I can make. In closing let me say that the best part of this business over the years have been the interactions with the people here on the forums with whom I could share my passion of Automobiles especially Corvettes and Camaros and Trans Ams. With no doubt the people here on LS1 were my best group of customers. The support I recieved here and the people I met were nothing short of phenominal.

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Tom
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Old Jan 22, 2009 | 10:54 AM
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Sorry to hear that, Tom. Best wishes for your health and continued improvements. Take care of yourself!
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Old Jan 22, 2009 | 11:00 AM
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Get well soon man. We will still be here.
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Old Jan 22, 2009 | 11:03 AM
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I'm really sorry to hear that. Best wishes on a speedy recovery.

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Old Jan 22, 2009 | 11:07 AM
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We'll be praying you have a speedy recovery. Take care of yourself.
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Old Jan 22, 2009 | 11:22 AM
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sorry to here that .....hope all the best for you in the future..
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Old Jan 22, 2009 | 11:27 AM
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Very sorry to hear, best wishes for a speedy recovery !
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Old Jan 22, 2009 | 12:08 PM
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Sorry to hear your news. Take care of yourself first, wheels are so insignificant when compared to your life. I completed my first and only transaction with your company just a few weeks ago. I am happy to have done business with you and wish you well.
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Good luck. Keep your head up high. And I had a similar cancer when I was 14. Now I'm 18 and feeling good!! Just hope for the best.
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Old Jan 22, 2009 | 03:21 PM
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Hope you get well soon and get through this without any complications. Good luck with everything, hopefully you'll be able to come back and do some more business here.
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Old Jan 22, 2009 | 03:30 PM
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I have ordered from you for a previous vehicle and I can say nothing but good things about you.
I wish you a speedy recovery and please come back and visit us from time to time.
Good luck TOM!!!
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Old Jan 22, 2009 | 04:08 PM
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Good luck. I had the Da Vinci surgery this past August to pull my prostate out. I was lucky as it was contained.
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Old Jan 22, 2009 | 06:07 PM
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As a prior customer I want to thank you and wish you a speedy recovery. Cancer is no joke and many members of my family have passed from it. I pray you a much better fate and a complete recovery. Good luck!
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Old Jan 22, 2009 | 06:19 PM
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Good luck, I have no dought you'll be back on here before you know it.
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Old Jan 22, 2009 | 06:38 PM
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Sorry to hear about you situation and hope the best for you and a good recovery.
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Old Jan 22, 2009 | 06:44 PM
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Very sorry to hear this man, never easy news to get. I dealt with you guys just once but the experience was a great one! My prayers are out to you and your family.
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Old Jan 22, 2009 | 07:51 PM
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Please take care of yourself.

Wishing you a speedy recovery.
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Old Jan 22, 2009 | 07:57 PM
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Man sorry to hear that, Please get well soon & take care of yourself.
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Old Jan 22, 2009 | 08:17 PM
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get well tom!!
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Old Jan 22, 2009 | 08:27 PM
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I wish you well Tom. Only met you a few times at the store picking up wheels. Beat it and get back w/ us.
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