Go-C Graphics 856 Posted January 15, 2014 This is a random truck I saw driving around. I'm not afraid to admit it took me a minute to figure out what it said. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cal 393 Posted January 15, 2014 Nope, I can't figure it out. Way too clever... I wonder how much business this guy has never received because folks don't know what he's talking about? Cal 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jaybyrd 3,770 Posted January 15, 2014 Figured it out but as far as a marketing standpoint I think they get a fail. Way too long to communicate you message in a moving sign. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JessXEmoji 46 Posted January 15, 2014 Its a Kansas City arrow head. Guess you have to be a football fan to get it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jaybyrd 3,770 Posted January 15, 2014 Nope, KC has nothing to do with it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wildgoose 4,200 Posted January 15, 2014 Silly Ford owners Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jaybyrd 3,770 Posted January 15, 2014 The problem is he made it too hard to figure out for all the Chevy drivers behind him 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dakotagrafx 7,297 Posted January 15, 2014 a vehicle sign needs to be read and understood in 3-5 seconds as it passes - most would never figure it out before it is gone 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dakotagrafx 7,297 Posted January 15, 2014 and while they are busy trying to figure it out they are NOT remembering that phone number for - what was it?? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cal 393 Posted January 15, 2014 So, for us Dodge drivers, what the heck does it say? Cal Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jaybyrd 3,770 Posted January 15, 2014 You can a ford Shurlock Home watch Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dakotagrafx 7,297 Posted January 15, 2014 So, for us Dodge drivers, what the heck does it say?Cal ford drivers are operating at a lower level . . . .just sayin Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tekcorps 50 Posted January 15, 2014 You can afford a shur-lock home watch Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jaybyrd 3,770 Posted January 15, 2014 ford drivers are operating at a lower level . . . .just sayin Nevermind, I can't type it slow enough for the non Ford drivers to understand. But that particular Ford driver is at a lower level. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Go-C Graphics 856 Posted January 15, 2014 You guys crack me up. I thought you'd like it. If I wasn't stopped behind him at a red light I never would have gotten it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dakotagrafx 7,297 Posted January 15, 2014 You guys crack me up. I thought you'd like it. If I wasn't stopped behind him at a red light I never would have gotten it. exactly . . . you want your signage to get the point across quickly, especially on a vehicle AND would you have remembered the number or spent all your time figuring it out? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jaybyrd 3,770 Posted January 15, 2014 But to the mans credit he has brought entertainment to us all morning long. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JessXEmoji 46 Posted January 15, 2014 What is a home watch? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dakotagrafx 7,297 Posted January 15, 2014 Jesse - i believe they watch and check in on vacation homes when people (snowbirds) are away for months. like what if you had a break in or a water leak Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JessXEmoji 46 Posted January 15, 2014 I dont like vacations. Rather work. Last vacation was 1993. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dakotagrafx 7,297 Posted January 15, 2014 I dont like vacations. Rather work. Last vacation was 1993. eww - I like vacations - just hate trying to get back into the swing afterwards. after this surgery it is going to be real hard I am sure - will be the longest break I have ever taken since doing graphics Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mabscotthandyman 1,410 Posted January 16, 2014 HOME WATCH.....watch for your home to be empty so they can rob it.. LOL A bad sign, on a good truck. I have had plenty of people want to do a play on words for their signage and want a 4x8 lighted sign 30 ft high they dont understand it needs to be readable at a distance and when moving at traffic speed. I did all my lettering in a fancy script font years ago it looked great looking at it standing beside the truck but basicaly unreadable at traffic speeds. And I am sure some of you have done like me and speed up to read the signage on a car or truck in front or beside you. I like bright colors to draw attention but like a simple font that is easily read at a distance. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cal 393 Posted January 16, 2014 Well, I feel pretty dumb now - but at least I can spell. And know how to use a dictionary on those words I don't know... Cal Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jaybyrd 3,770 Posted January 16, 2014 Well, I feel pretty dumb now - but at least I can spell. And know how to use a dictionary on those words I don't know...Cal Unless that's your truck there is no need to feel dumb I think we all had to stare at it to catch what it said. I'd do that job but I would try my best to talk them out of it first. I'm like Dan, bright colors and easy to read are the way to go. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Go-C Graphics 856 Posted January 16, 2014 Well, I feel pretty dumb now - but at least I can spell. And know how to use a dictionary on those words I don't know...Cal Unless that's your truck there is no need to feel dumb I think we all had to stare at it to catch what it said. I'd do that job but I would try my best to talk them out of it first. I'm like Dan, bright colors and easy to read are the way to go. Yea, that's why I posted it. Took me awhile to figure it out. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites