Vehicle Lettering

[CPR]

My magnetics have been tested to 85 mph so far, they work for me as I don't do this full time. Vinyl lettering is nice to have but when the day comes to get them removed you will allmost allways trash the paint underneath.

[gold star windshield repair]

I started out with magnetic signs, and they worked great for me. Price was okay too. I found a place in the city that was running a 'two-fer-one'. I ran with those signs for about 4 years. One day I went into the city, parked the truck, and went into the mall. The signs were there when I went in, but when I came out, they were gone.... kids playing a trick? ... mean-spirited competitor? ... I dunno. That is when I decided to get the truck lettered instead. It has worked out great for me. The only thing I would do different, and next vehicle I get I will do this... Go BIGGER AND BOLDER !!! Stand out in the crowd. Autoego is a good example.

[dgarza]

They have 8&1/2X11" magnetic sheets that you can run through your printer at staples. they were about 15.00. I am going to start out with these for now. they are a good buy until you can get permanent lettering. they are not as big as the ones you buy already printed but they are close and you can put them end to end.

[jroske]

Originally Posted by dgarza

They have 8&1/2X11" magnetic sheets that you can run through your printer at staples. they were about 15.00. I am going to start out with these for now. .

Beware of the type of printer... If you use an inkjet printer be sure to obtain an ink that will not run off during a rainstorm.

[CPR]

You can get 18x24 magnetics for 40.00 go with that. I make my own novelty license plates with an ink jet and they last about 2 months. The ones from the printer are made with vinyl lettering, you will get good use from them.

[Mikedoby]

I have been in the windshield repair business only for a couple of months. I purchased a set of magnetic signs for the sides of my truck and one for the tailgate. The first day that I drove down the highway, I got a call from an individual that was behind me and requested me to pull over and take a look at his windshield. I did so and ended up repairing a combo Bullseye/Star in the parking lot at a shopping center. When I get a call from a prospective customer, I alway ask where they heard about my business. Some say from my business cards or flyers that I have distributed, but at least 35 to 40 percent say that they got my number and company name from the signs on my truck.

[Delta Kits]

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[lebs27]

I have not started with WR yet, I'm still researching and learning but I did want to add a comment about vehicle lettering. I operate a mobile lube business. I have a 1-ton Ford extended van. I had my logo emailed to a local sign shop. They prepared signage for my van - big, bold, easy to read, and very professional looking. This cost me $380 to have done.

So far it has been money well spent. I have had a few calls because of the van. But I have found two things that are as good as direct sales from it - where else can you get very visible advertising for under $400 (the yellow pages price will certainly hurt!), and it projects a professional image. It's hard to tell that I have been in business less than a year.

[Delta Kits]

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