I've had a new shop truck since last June and have yet to put any advertising on it. (A small decal in the extra-cab window doesn't count) What's that they say about the shoemaker's son going shoe-less? When clients ask me about their own vehicle graphic needs, I tell them that their vehicle is the best way to utilize their advertising dollar due to constant public exposure etc. Then I get embarrassed when I don't see anything on my truck. It's time to remedy this situation but I know that I am my own worst customer because I am never totally pleased with anything I Do. (There's always room for improvement). I would love to see some samples of your sign-shop vehicles or a recent customer's vehicle you are particularly proud of. Any takers? Inspire me. Let's see what you have.
Posted by Ray Rheaume (Member # 3794) on April 06, 2006 09:00 PM:
I have this one...
Works pretty good. Rapid
Posted by Stu Friesen (Member # 6358) on April 07, 2006 04:04 PM:
Now that's gotta grab some attention. Very nice work. I've tried airbrushing fire and it definately isn't easy. Even without words your truck says a lot. I would really like to see more of your work, Rapid. If I remember correctly you are into vehicle art.
Posted by Frank Magoo (Member # 3950) on April 07, 2006 10:06 PM:
As I LIKE being subtle, entire truck is paneled pinstriped in orange... It's currently housing a '96 LT-1 sbc, w/700-R trans, 3:08 rear gears...thinkn' about STS turbo system and GV overdrive, like in burb... Truck was built in '76 by Vic Hickey Enterprises in Ventura, Calif. Truck was inspired by drawing and finaced by factory, it's the only one of it's kind, a true factory sponsered, one off...I still own it and AM only owner... Rear of truck has a full oak "work" bench, w/drawers and space for brushbox and etc...used as work truck/weekend showtruck till '82, been stored since... Present worktruck, the "burb", is similiar in setup...also fast, not quick, just fast...
OH!! Did I fail to mention, we whacked 4 3/4 out of the roof and laid windshield back 15 degrees??? No? OK, consider it done, it's chopped!!!
[ April 07, 2006, 10:08 PM: Message edited by: Frank Magoo ]
Posted by Ron Costa (Member # 3366) on April 09, 2006 08:09 AM:
Nice job Ray, seen it before and you know I ;like it, but how did you put in the green background? Corel Painter, or the Photo paint image sprayer? Posted by Mike Stowe (Member # 324) on April 09, 2006 12:28 PM:
I have the same problem right now - A nice blank canvas & not a single idea of what to do:
Someday, I'l do something with it
Posted by captain ken (Member # 742) on April 09, 2006 06:33 PM:
still needs a little worl before i get to lettering
Posted by Stu Friesen (Member # 6358) on April 11, 2006 10:44 PM:
Frank...that is definately my idea of a shop truck. I had a 1978 GMC Jimmy for a shop-ride about 12 years ago. It was black with ralley wheels and a slam like yours. Like so many others, I regret letting it go. I hope you hang onto yours forever. I love the chop. Could you show a pic of your 'burban? Mike your PT Cruiser is amazing. I know what you mean...what's next. It really needs some high-impact graphics to finish the selling job the vehicle is already doing. Sorry I have no help for you in that department. I can't even help myself. Wow Cap'n Ken. Great photo of the '55 F-100. One of the project trucks I let go was an all original '54 F-100. More regrets. I appreciate the input from you guys. I will post shots of my previous shop beasts and the current ride when my assistant returns in the morning. She's got all this upload jive figured out.I'm just stubborn and refuse to learn.
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