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Best friend returns from Afghanistan (Thanks Sockmonkey)

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  1. May 5, 2011 at 5:54 PM
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    BrokenTusk

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    BrokenTusk I support a velociraptor free workplace.

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    If he's not even a member... WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR. haha get his ass signed up so we can thank him personally :D
     
    BrokenTusk, May 5, 2011
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  2. May 5, 2011 at 6:04 PM
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    Kappes03

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    Kappes03 [OP] Legend of the UG

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    Haha I've told him about it. He's trolled a bit while over seas but their network is shit. I'll make sure he joins up when he's back home
     
    Kappes03, May 5, 2011
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  3. May 5, 2011 at 6:12 PM
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    Casey31

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    Casey31 Well-Known Member

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    2.5" in lift upfront from the dealership, 1.5" AAL in the rear, Aries Bull Bar painted Black, Badges painted Matte Gray, 17" Pacer Type 164b wheels
    The world needs more people like him that will serve and more friends like you that are looking out for him! Props to you both! Tell him get home safe!

    Good looking out on the decals Sockmonkey!
     
    Casey31, May 5, 2011
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  4. May 5, 2011 at 6:17 PM
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    cartage1

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    Decals are bad ass, but way behind your buddy. Giant thank you from Ohio (and the Midwest.., and the whole country)!

    Best bud is retired Army, my Dad was Army, and Bro-Law a career Jar head... Armed Forces Rock & God Bless!

    -Matt
     
    cartage1, May 5, 2011
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  5. May 5, 2011 at 6:19 PM
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    JHAirForce05

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    JHAirForce05 I'm kinda a big deal

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    Thats awesome! Tell him thanks for the 8 years of service!
     
    JHAirForce05, May 5, 2011
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  6. May 5, 2011 at 6:40 PM
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    cleanTRDmachine

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    cleanTRDmachine watch the meat

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    Tell him thank you for his service...

    ...hope his ex bitch has chlamydia

    And the decals look slammin!
     
    cleanTRDmachine, May 5, 2011
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  7. May 5, 2011 at 10:06 PM
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    spearhead

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    spearhead Taco Supremist

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    Nice :)

    Well done- of course
     
    spearhead, May 5, 2011
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  8. May 5, 2011 at 10:11 PM
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    StormTrooper

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    He's lucky to have a best friend like you! Thank him for his service and see that he joins asap!
     
    StormTrooper, May 5, 2011
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  9. May 5, 2011 at 10:27 PM
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    mntbiker2008

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    mntbiker2008 First I derp.. then I herp

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    too cool! Give Apollo a hand shake for me and tell him I said thank you for his service.


    :oldglory:
     
    mntbiker2008, May 5, 2011
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  10. May 6, 2011 at 4:32 AM
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    thanks guys, and thanks to Apollo

    this turned out pretty awesome
    [​IMG]
     
    sockmonkey, May 6, 2011
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  11. May 6, 2011 at 5:11 AM
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    river rat 69

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    NO Chrome,3" NFab's steps,TRD skid,Wet okie's.011 grill, k&n,5100's,All this comes right off when the old lady says let's go get a NEW ONE!!!
    Nice truck and thanks to your pal from a old vet.. :fenforcer::oldglory::infantry:
     
    river rat 69, May 6, 2011
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  12. May 6, 2011 at 5:40 AM
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    WizzyTRDTXPRO

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    His truck looks sweet with the Sockmonkey decals! Thank him for his service and when he signs on he will fit in.
     
    WizzyTRDTXPRO, May 6, 2011
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  13. May 6, 2011 at 5:45 AM
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    NumNutz

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    NumNutz One of the original 7928

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    Those decals are awesome! Thank you for your service Apollo! You guys kicked ass over there!!!
     
    NumNutz, May 6, 2011
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  14. May 6, 2011 at 5:51 AM
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    Thank him for his service and sacrifice and let him know that he is much appreciated here and should become a member asap!

    Ty
     
    TyT, May 6, 2011
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  15. May 6, 2011 at 5:53 AM
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    jackwithcorona

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    Outstanding... I'm thankful for his service from one paratrooper to another...
     
    jackwithcorona, May 6, 2011
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  16. May 6, 2011 at 6:06 AM
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    Simon's Mom

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    Simon's Mom Wag More Bark Less

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    Welcome Home to Apollo, thank you for your service! :oldglory:
    Props to Greg for the awesome design & decals!
    Thanks to him and hope he enjoys being back in the States.
    ps. you are a good friend!
     
    Simon's Mom, May 6, 2011
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  17. May 6, 2011 at 6:13 AM
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    DanglingFury

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    DanglingFury Creeper

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    His story reminds me of my uncle, he was in Delta Force. Took 2 AK-47 rounds through his forearm . . after he recovered he went right back to the sandbox.

    Decal looks SICK! Thank you for your service!
     
    DanglingFury, May 6, 2011
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  18. May 6, 2011 at 8:51 AM
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    Kappes03

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    I'm sure he'll sign up now haha. Thanks everyone
     
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  19. May 6, 2011 at 8:59 AM
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    A big thank you from NY for keeping my wife and daughters safe.

    :oldglory:
     
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  20. May 6, 2011 at 9:02 AM
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    Seabass Give it to me. I'll break it for you

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    Thank him for his service, then tell me how he started when he was 16. Almost 8 years of service and he's 24? That's dedication.
     
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