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Discussion in 'The Hokey Ass Message Board' started by Spotts, Mar 16, 2011.

  1. Spotts
    Joined: Mar 16, 2011
    Posts: 27

    Spotts
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    Hey is there a place here where a guy can find a vintage lettering expert? I am making my grandads old 1954 Chevy work truck, and am thrilled with the lettering in the jalopy journal. I have a great sign guy who designed this, but he doesnt really want to learn how to do "old" for just one project.

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    Btw, I'm in Colorado.
     
  2. badshifter
    Joined: Apr 28, 2006
    Posts: 3,635

    badshifter
    Member

    Nice, another FNG post.
     
  3. Ghastly
    Joined: Sep 13, 2006
    Posts: 448

    Ghastly
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    from DETROIT,MI

    Before everyone jumps in your *** please post an introduction.
     
  4. S.F.
    Joined: Oct 19, 2006
    Posts: 2,896

    S.F.
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    everyone needs to calm down...if your ever in Ohio I can letter it.
     
  5. Spotts
    Joined: Mar 16, 2011
    Posts: 27

    Spotts
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    Sure, Our furnace guy forums are the same way...... :D
     
  6. Kustom7777
    Joined: Mar 3, 2001
    Posts: 5,188

    Kustom7777
    Member
    from Austin, TX

    the guy asked a simple question,,,,why do some of you guys feel such a need to bust balls,,,,either you can help him or you can't,,,

    what's the big deal?...so he didn't post an intro,,get over it..
     
  7. Spotts
    Joined: Mar 16, 2011
    Posts: 27

    Spotts
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    Done, sorry, I skipped that step. I wouldnt be surprised if somebody here doesnt recognise the name...... and ask how my old man doin.....:cool:
    Nice site to find!
     
  8. Spotts
    Joined: Mar 16, 2011
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    Spotts
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    So... here is my truck.

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  9. Spotts
    Joined: Mar 16, 2011
    Posts: 27

    Spotts
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    I'm new at this, is that a model A tail light?

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  10. Probably gets more heated there.
     
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  11. Spotts
    Joined: Mar 16, 2011
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    Spotts
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    we all were once eh?
     
  12. Spotts
    Joined: Mar 16, 2011
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    Spotts
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    Its as much about beer and insults as real work.....

    So. Do lettering guys advertize here?
     
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  13. Ranunculous
    Joined: Nov 30, 2007
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    Ranunculous
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    Okay,you proved you're an alright FNG.
    Here's some friendly info-
    w w w dot letterheadfonts dot com

    Welcome to the HAMB!
     
  14. The37Kid
    Joined: Apr 30, 2004
    Posts: 32,549

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    Great looking sign, nice early '55 AD Pick up. WELCOME to the HAMB! Off to full my wood stove.
     
  15. BOP-Nut
    Joined: Oct 20, 2008
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    hahaha
     
  16. Spotts
    Joined: Mar 16, 2011
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    Spotts
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    this is the vintage lokin real sign

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  17. chalkboard
    Joined: Jan 24, 2009
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    Damn!!
    Do you guys expect everyone to know the rules when they first sign up?
    Funny how the first two posters riding this guys *** didn't do an intro as their first posts!! Easy to check.

    Spotts if you dont get a reply here, go to http://www.pinheadlounge.com/
    You should be able to find someone in your area.
    Good Luck and Welcome to the HAMB
     
  18. thunderplex
    Joined: Nov 27, 2007
    Posts: 1,182

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    X2

    I'm glad I'm not the only one that thinks the "intro police" are way too quick on the trigger!!!
     
  19. swimeasy
    Joined: Oct 17, 2006
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    Welcome to the HAMB! I have a problem with the 5%'ers (one in twenty) that think they run this place. You will learn a lot here!
     
  20. rusty76
    Joined: Jun 8, 2009
    Posts: 882

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    from Midway NC

    You can also go to the HAMB Stripers and ask there. Tons of info in that group. Welcome.
     
  21. Ryan
    Joined: Jan 2, 1995
    Posts: 22,902

    Ryan
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    Only they don't... I do...

    Welcome to the HAMB... I know a great typographer. Shoot me a pm and I'll get you his contact info.
     
  22. Gator
    Joined: Dec 29, 2005
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    Gator
    Member
    from Statham Ga

    Are you just wanting an old font or do you want the lettering to looked aged? (patina'd)
     
  23. Spotts
    Joined: Mar 16, 2011
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    definately want the patina of a 30 yr old lettering job.
     
  24. edweird
    Joined: Jan 4, 2009
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    If you are ever in s.c. I can do it.
     

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  25. billygoat67
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    good job ryan. and welcome to hamb spotts , nice truck
     
  26. autobodyed
    Joined: Mar 5, 2008
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    autobodyed
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    from shelton ct

    i hope you get it worked out because that's a really nice looking old school sign. good luck and welcome.
     
  27. Spotts
    Joined: Mar 16, 2011
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    Ed-Weird..... that is Exactly what I'm lookin for....... I could fly you to CO cheaper than I could drive that 105hp Hunk of Chevy to SC! But there is Myrtle Beach..... hmmmmm:rolleyes:
     
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  28. SKULL ORCHARD
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    SKULL ORCHARD
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    from KS

    Spotts now that you know what Rodney King felt like Welcome from K C
     
  29. Smokey2
    Joined: Jan 11, 2011
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    WELCOME ABOARD FNG!!

    LIKA' your signage idear......I've always liked that 'Art" Work.....Count me in! as a friend!


    SMOKEY, In tha' GREAT SMOKEY MTS> no flat land.An, tha' RIVERS R are only semi-flat.



    "I LIVE in tha' PAST!......It's Cheaper....:D
     
  30. Why do sooo many people feel the need to flame a FNG for not posting an intro?....do that many people even read them? You're telling me 1 single post in that forum makes everything else freegame afterwards? Who gives a ****, the guy asked a decent question, not like he posted a picture of a 70's muscle car and asked where to find billet wheels or a tweed interior! lol! sorry rant over
     

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