H2 as rolling billboard [Archive] - Hummer Forums by Elcova

maybe some day...

06-03-2003, 06:43 PM

Ok, I've seen a few of the pics of the logos on the back windows and the full treatment from the guy with the surf/skate/board shops.
Anyone have any comments on the value to their business from advertising carried/displayed by their H2?
Any anecdotes about clients/business gained (or lost...) from driving an H2 w/ your business emblazoned on it?
Any suggestions for designing a graphics scheme?
Any regrets? I'm a little hesitant to do anything more than the back windows but some of the graphics that I have in mind would be pretty cool if they were bigger.
Any comments on removing vinyl graphics if I find that it is a mistake?

maybe some day...

06-03-2003, 06:43 PM

Andy C

06-03-2003, 06:50 PM

The single largest deal I have ever made was due to my H2 - parked out front of a bar in Miami during the boat show - some guy walked up to me - asked me about the car - asked me about the company logo. I had some equipment in the back - did a demo right there in the street and he ordered a lot of equipment for his places in the US Virgin Islands.

03 Lux, Manik Racks, and yes I bought "The Yellow One"

ROCKN\'FJ

06-03-2003, 08:02 PM

Vinyl logos and lettering can be removed with a heat gun, but 9 times out of 10 you can still see where they were because as the paint fades (and all paint fades to some degree), it doesn't fade under the vinyl.

Personally I think that it's smart advertising. A friend of mine owns a body shop and parks his white H2(with purple flames) in front of his place. I hadn't really noticed his shop in years, but I look at that H2 every single time that I drive by. It really does draw the eye.

Since I don't own an H2 and don't plan on purchasing one in the future, I'd call my opinion unbiased at the very least.

Follow meeeeeeeeeeee!

Steve R

06-03-2003, 09:13 PM

Hey John...

While YOU may not plan to buy an H2 in the future, I'd talk to Leslie about HER plans!!!

Where was your purple-flame buddy this last weekend??

Spidey

06-03-2003, 09:46 PM

I have had phenomenal response through mine. Unexpected places or simple chores such as picking kids up from school, grocery shopping, leaving restaraunts or parks where I have never, nor would ever have attempted to advertise before has absolutely amazed me with the amount of potential customers who have approached me saying that they never knew I was in real estate and have either taken my card or phone #. There is no question the bar has been raised for me within the local Market place in a very short time period. ( since Good Friday) It is completely due to the presence of the hummer.

Spidey

06-03-2003, 09:50 PM

Wider view shot. I have had such a great response I've ordered the rear window as well. The only negative is that you have to watch how you conduct myself on the road because of the fact you are a walking billboard. No more nose pickin, speeding or road rage. http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_wink.gif

Andy C

06-03-2003, 10:23 PM

Here is mine - done by a friend of mine in Naples - works wonders with vinyl - on the glass is probably the best bet - no damage to paintwork. Loads of resonse to it over the last few months.

03 Lux, Manik Racks, and yes I bought "The Yellow One"

maybe some day...

06-04-2003, 02:07 AM

Thanks guys, great stuff - exactly what I was looking for! More, more!

Andy C: care to put a dollar figure on the value of the deal you mentioned? General terms, I mean, I don't care what you make or anything, just trying to get as much info as possible to make a business case for buying an H2.

Spidey: yeh, I've thought of the downside - there have been a few times when I have almost called a company to tell them what a jerk their driver was being on the road! I'm fairly aggressive on the road but never obnoxiously so - at least I'd like to think I'm not... I'm kind of thinking that an H2 will tone down my driving anyway... and, no, I don't cut in and out or anything - but I do like to maintain a fairly rapid rate of forward progress!

Rockn'FJ: yes, I know about the paint fade problem... I want to keep it to just the windows but wouldn't be able to use the graphics that I have in mind if I go that route.

Andy C: I notice that you don't have a phone number on there? Aren't you afraid that you might be losing the potential customer who does not have e-mail access? I know it seems ubiquitous but there are still a pretty surprising number of people out there without it. What made you go with just the e-mail address?

Anyone else with any stories?

maybe some day...

06-04-2003, 02:44 AM

PS: I'm also interested in hearing of any negative reactions - anyone think that you are making too much money? Charging them too much for your services?
I'm a little sensitive on this score as I worked with someone years ago who wore a wore a watch that cost more than many people's cars, about 3K in other jewelry, and drove a very expensive car. I know that people are impressed by success - but they also don't like having their nose rubbed in how much you are making. This guy lost a client who was deeply offended by the display of wealth and I know that because the guy told him to his face - and I wonder if there may have been others who never said anything but never called again.
Anyway, just spitballing, trying to make a business case for advertising on this bad boy...

Spidey

06-04-2003, 06:15 AM

Quote "PS: I'm also interested in hearing of any negative reactions - anyone think that you are making too much money? Charging them too much for your services?"

There has been that type reaction the odd time where walls do seem to go up. I simply tell them that "hey I don't charge any more then then the other guy" and usually win them back when they see my enthusiasm and passion about my H2 and not a conceited arrogant nature towards in. I give their kids a ride in it etc. I have found the complete opposite to your last post. An awesome conversation piece.

Andy C

06-04-2003, 11:16 AM

It was a 50k equipment deal.

I only put an email address on there - I deal with commercial grade wireless equipment and thought that anyone needing me had to have email.
I did once get a call - they linked to my website - from a girl that wanted to hire me for a day to drive her Granfather around - he had always wanted to drive in a Hummer - unfortunately I was too busy and couldn't do it.

03 Lux, Manik Racks, and yes I bought "The Yellow One"

maybe some day...

06-04-2003, 12:28 PM

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote">quote:<HR>Originally posted by Andy C:
It was a 50k equipment deal.

<HR></BLOCKQUOTE>

That's awesome! Very nice.
Just curious - how would someone know what type of security you offer? What I mean is seeing the name of your company on the H2 I would assume you are just another Viper dealer/installer and move on. What prompts people to contact you? Not at all trying to bust your chops or anything - just wondering and gathering info to help in marketing my business.

Spidey

06-04-2003, 02:03 PM

Quote "I did once get a call - they linked to my website - from a girl that wanted to hire me for a day to drive her Granfather around - he had always wanted to drive in a Hummer - unfortunately I was too busy and couldn't do it."

I had a simular thing happen to me. I recieved a call a few nights ago from "friends of friends of ours" Their boy's grad is coming up on Friday Apparently he's absolutely crazy over the H2's (that's hard to believe!!)
So they wanted to make his grad special and surprise him by renting one for him but none are availible. They asked me if it was possible to rent me for the night to chauffeur him and his date to their Grad dinner. I know of the family -- not much money -- but good people and a great kid. I told them I would be honored to , if thats all it would take to make it special
Let's do it, no problem and no charge ! Let's make his day http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif
I'm not staying the whole evening just picking him + date up and dropping off at festivities !!! Maybe just around the corner from destination
I'll let him drive it to the front doors ...... we'll see....... http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_confused.gif
Maybe I'll take Steve's route to the rooftop and down the stairs !! http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_eek.gif http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_wink.gif
Anyone had something simular happen to them ??

TheGoodHummerMan

06-04-2003, 03:53 PM

Spidey,

You are helping to restore my faith in humanity.

That's a great thing to do!

Ed

TonkaH2

06-05-2003, 12:41 AM

I've got the magnets on my doors, and here in the midwest, the reaction is unbelievably positive. People read the sign out loud -the weirdest thing I ever heard. I've only had one person who was shocked that a natural food store owner would get a gas hog...

In fact, it convinced my nephew to get one to advertise his pub in Ohio -huge response. Best advertising vehicle money can buy, plus a $30K write off.

Oh, and I've had on-the-spot marriage proposal too, but that had nothing to do with the signs. http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif

-Jack
Yellow H2 adv. pkg.
Alaska to ??? June '03
www.sunspotnatural.com (http://www.sunspotnatural.com)

MAC

06-05-2003, 12:55 AM

Soon after I got the Hummer, one of my many sisters-in-law wanted to borrow the Hummer to drive around her office parking lot and take her staff to lunch, I said "Sure, anytime." "No, you don't mean that?" "Why not? help yourself. Just leave your SL here." I never mind other people driving my vehicles. She never did drive the Hummer, I think Hummer is a bit scary for a lot of people to drive.

At a reunion in Sacramento a few weeks ago, one of the wives borrowed my Hummer for a drive and took off with my wife. Boy, is that woman a super aggressive driver! took off in the Hummer like a rocket. Had me worried for 5-10 minutes standing at the hotel lobby.

Spidey, give the kid a 5 minute test drive before he gets to drive in front of his friends or any crowd. Dangerous things can happen when an excited kid drives a huge truck in front of his equally excited date and friends. None of us drive too well when showing off, wave and laugh at the same time.

Lil Devil

06-05-2003, 01:14 AM

So far mine has attracted a lot of attention. It was worth the cost of the decal in my opinion.

http://www.lanthier.biz/Gallery/DSC00004.JPG
http://www.lanthier.biz/Gallery/DSC00005.JPG
http://www.lanthier.biz/Gallery/DSC00006.JPG

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2003 H2; 37 inch tires, Manik Off-Road pkg., Airaid Intake, Custom Audio
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maybe some day...

06-05-2003, 01:14 AM

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote">quote:<HR>Originally posted by TonkaH2:
I've got the magnets on my doors, and here in the midwest, the reaction is unbelievably positive.<HR></BLOCKQUOTE>

Thanks for that, I'm considering the magnetic signs but really like the look of the vinyl better... all though it would be easy to get carried away... not that this one is really over the top - I've seen some of these vehicle wraps that were just outrageous!

http://www.gofullcolor.com/images/gutter1.jpg

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote">quote:<HR>
In fact, it convinced my nephew to get one to advertise his pub in Ohio -huge response. Best advertising vehicle money can buy, plus a $30K write off.<HR></BLOCKQUOTE>

Well, actually, the write-off now is whatever you pay for the vehicle - up to $100K.

ROCKN\'FJ

06-05-2003, 02:03 AM

Steve R <BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote">quote:<HR>Where was your purple-flame buddy this last weekend??<HR></BLOCKQUOTE>

His H2 will only see dirt if I'm driving by and one of my Swampers throws a chunk of terra-not-so-firma from the tread! (Hopefully on his hood.) http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif

Follow meeeeeeeeeeee!

Spidey

06-05-2003, 03:51 AM

Quote "Spidey, give the kid a 5 minute test drive before he gets to drive in front of his friends or any crowd. Dangerous things can happen when an excited kid drives a huge truck in front of his equally excited date and friends. None of us drive too well when showing off, wave and laugh at the same time."

Duly noted. Sound advice Mac. I remember in school 2 of my buddies were showing off to the Ladies from a distance in a Parking lot doing doughnuts, power braking etc. They then came closer to the crowd into a newer parking lot and stopped to chat for a bit. When they went to leave he once again began power braking, smoke was everyway. We were all caught in the moment watching, He then let go of the brake and went straight into a light pole in the lot. Passengers head went through windshield. No one seriously hurt, car written off and honestly funny as hell but Could have been fatal. They were lucky only their ego's hurt. Dad wasn't too pleased about his car either.

TheGoodHummerMan

06-05-2003, 12:59 PM

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote">quote:<HR>Originally posted by maybe some day...:
"although it would be easy to get carried away... not that this one is really over the top"<HR></BLOCKQUOTE>

Wow... if that isn't over the top, it surely is near the peak! The word "hideous" pops to mind...

Makes me wonder what the clothing line looks like... http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_smile.gif Gutter clothing? Sounds appealing.

Ed

maybe some day...

06-05-2003, 01:09 PM

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote">quote:<HR>Originally posted by TheGoodHummerMan:
Wow... if that isn't over the top, it surely is near the peak! The word "hideous" pops to mind...

<HR></BLOCKQUOTE>

Well, it's not my style - I'm actually not convinced that I want to drive a vehicle with advertising on it at all - but as far as vehicle wraps go that one is pretty tame!!! Check out this H1 for example:

http://www.rainierindustries.com/graphics/images/hummer4sm.jpg

http://www.rainierindustries.com/graphics/images/hummer8sm.jpg

maybe some day...

06-05-2003, 01:11 PM

Or this one:

(this one is actually painted, not "wrapped")

http://www.signweb.com/installation/images/bond1.jpg

maybe some day...

06-05-2003, 01:14 PM

Or this one:

http://www.maritimehummer.com/pictures/images/hummer19.jpg

maybe some day...

06-05-2003, 01:19 PM

Here are some quotes from the site where I found the last few pictures supporting advertising on Hummers:

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote">quote:<HR>
"Having our company logo on the Hummer is the single most powerful marketing tool at our disposal. It has an enormous impact across all demographics through it's diversity and sheer mobility!"<HR></BLOCKQUOTE>

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote">quote:<HR>
"The Hummer was an instant attraction - there was no missing it! They are so rare and so adored that people just went nuts as soon as they saw it."<HR></BLOCKQUOTE>

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote">quote:<HR>
"Having the Hummer has definitely worked for us. People come around wherever we go to touch it, see it, feel it and run their hands over it just to say they've seen a Hummer. It works wonders for our recruiting drives targeting 17-29 year old men. The Hummer is a high status symbol, and it is the thing to have if you want to be regarded as a high status organization. It is our main attraction when we go all around the world."<HR></BLOCKQUOTE>

Note that these quotes refer to the use of H1 Hummers.

TonkaH2

06-06-2003, 01:14 AM

The reason we started with magnets was because we weren't sure we wanted to be 'on' all the time. But it's friggin' impossible to go incognito with any H2, let alone a yellow one.

And since we just got a matching yellow United cargo trailer [if you can find the yellow, it's an EXACT match] we're going to put vinyl all over both, I think.

-Jack
Yellow H2 adv. pkg.
Can't go traveling yet http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_frown.gif
www.sunspotnatural.com (http://www.sunspotnatural.com)

maybe some day...

06-06-2003, 07:52 PM

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote">quote:<HR>Originally posted by TonkaH2:
The reason we started with magnets was because we weren't sure we wanted to be 'on' all the time.<HR></BLOCKQUOTE>

Yes, I agree, I'm not sure that I want to be on vacation 100s of miles from home and still advertising.

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote">quote:<HR>
But it's friggin' impossible to go incognito with any H2, let alone a yellow one.<HR></BLOCKQUOTE>

Have to take your word for it... hope to find out for myself sometime soon.

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote">quote:<HR>
And since we just got a matching yellow United cargo trailer [if you can find the yellow, it's an EXACT match] we're going to put vinyl all over both, I think.<HR></BLOCKQUOTE>

Sounds great, be sure to post some pictures when it is done - and some anecdotes about all of the business you are generating!

blg615

06-07-2003, 01:19 AM

I believe that the advertising angle can work positively or negatively, depending on how its done. You've got to consider it from the public's perception when they see a H2 with full wrap avertisement versus a H2 with some cool advertising graphics in the back and side rear windows.
Around our town, we generally say something like " look at that idiot in the H2 decorated like a pepporoni pizza" or, "or there's that fool with the H2 that looks like a steak on a grill".
This is compared to what we say about the other types of H2 advertising, eg. " there goes the cool H2 that belongs to the guy that owns his own company" (security company) or (custom accessories company), (etc)

maybe some day...

06-07-2003, 02:00 AM

I think that considering:
<UL TYPE=SQUARE>
It will be my daily driver.
It will sometimes be taken on family trips.
There is no large corporate marketing budget.
There are no shows or special events involved in my business.
I'm basically pretty conservative.
[/list]

I'm 99% sure that it will come down to window graphics only.

Spidey

06-07-2003, 03:49 AM

I agree with you Blg615 I think when they completely wrap the graphics around the vehicle it really makes it look cheesy and cheapens it. Excessive amounts of advertising completely takes away the body lines of the vehicle causing it to lose it's character.The H2 is an outstanding vehicle to look at and admire "window accents" can actually add class to the vehicle if at least if done right. It will be looked at not laughed at.

TonkaH2

06-07-2003, 12:23 PM

I concur with previous posts -window graphics are the classiest, plus won't fade the paint. One thing that occurred to me: I'm worried about scratching off the graphics during offroading. If you put the grahics on the body panels, they could then be covered by the magnet panels -sort of like a 'cloaking device' [groan] for your graphics. Just a thought -I haven't made up my mind yet.

-Jack
Yellow H2 adv. Warn winch
Can't go traveling yet http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_frown.gif
www.sunspotnatural.com (http://www.sunspotnatural.com)

blg615

06-07-2003, 05:52 PM

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote">quote:<HR>Originally posted by Spidey:
I agree with you Blg615 I think when they completely wrap the graphics around the vehicle it really makes it look cheesy and cheapens it. Excessive amounts of advertising completely takes away the body lines of the vehicle causing it to lose it's character.The H2 is an outstanding vehicle to look at and admire "window accents" can actually add class to the vehicle if at least if done right. It will be looked at not laughed at.<HR></BLOCKQUOTE>
I like your comments even more than mine!!

maybe some day...

06-08-2003, 02:11 PM

Here's another one that qualifies as somewhat "over the top":

http://www.olahracing.com/images/hummer-3.jpg

maybe some day...

06-08-2003, 02:19 PM

Here is the Coor's Light H2 that I saw cruising a few weeks ago:

http://www.njcoors.com/images/h2hummerbig.jpg

maybe some day...

06-09-2003, 11:47 AM

http://www.profitguide.com/resources/db/1107/hummer.jpg

"But no one can deny the H2's promotional potential. With its head-turning appearance, 18 square feet of hood and 38 square feet of doors (not to mention side and rear panels), the H2 makes for the ultimate mobile billboard. If you have a logo to display, consider trading in a few company cars for an H2." - profitguide.com - your online guide to business success

Spidey

06-09-2003, 02:51 PM

SORRY.... Graphics still look better in the windows.

maybe some day...

06-09-2003, 03:23 PM

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote">quote:<HR>Originally posted by Spidey:
SORRY.... Graphics still look better in the windows.<HR></BLOCKQUOTE>

What are you sorry about? I'm more and more convinced - window only and probably just lettering since I don't really have a logo...
It's a bit different if you're a paid driver in someone else's corporate owned vehicle like the Coors truck... I mean, he's presumably not taking that when he goes to visit the in-laws, right? http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_rolleyes.gif

maybe some day...

06-17-2003, 01:05 PM

Saw this one on Ebay today - now THIS is over the top! Oh well, peel the wrap off it and you'd have a perfectly nice yellow H2!

http://carad0.ipixmedia.com/abc/carad/3194x715956/715956-06092003173656-1_L.JPG

MAC

06-18-2003, 01:59 AM

Gamestop

maybe some day...

07-25-2003, 08:02 PM

Krispy Kreme doughnuts opened their first store in NJ this week. According to the local paper there were 150 people in line for the 5:30am opening and they sold 36,000 doughnuts by 12:00 noon.
What vehicle did they choose to park outside and promote the opening? You guessed it...

http://www.extendednetworks.com/hummer/krispy.jpg

tanklizard

07-26-2003, 01:58 PM

The Pennsylvania National Guard has a Humvee they've detailed up and use for recruitment .
Keystone Kruiser (http://www.paguard.com/html/kruiser.html)

Here it is at Ft. Indiantown Gap:
http://www.paguard.com/assets/images/db_images/db_Keystone_Kruiser1.jpg

They installed quite a sound system in it:
http://www.paguard.com/assets/images/db_images/db_KRUISER0231.jpg

http://www.paguard.com/assets/images/db_images/db_KRUISER0161.jpg

[This message was edited by tanklizard on 07-26-03 at 09:11 AM.]

tanklizard

07-26-2003, 02:11 PM

Here it is with new, more agressive tires:
http://www.paguard.com/assets/images/db_images/db_KRUISER0131.jpg
http://www.paguard.com/assets/images/db_images/db_KRUISER0071.jpg
http://www.paguard.com/assets/images/db_images/db_KRUISER0111.jpg

It's literally a trailer queen. I see it all the time sitting on it's trailer over at the recruitment HQ. They haul it around with a brand new Excursion. I wish we had that kind of money in my office http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_wink.gif.

BADRAP

07-29-2003, 01:24 PM

THOSE ALL LOOK SILLY, IT DEGRADES THE HUMMER NAME...

tanklizard

07-29-2003, 04:08 PM

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote">quote:<HR>THOSE ALL LOOK SILLY, IT DEGRADES THE HUMMER NAME...<HR></BLOCKQUOTE>

Attitude check...He’s got one!

In all seriousness your response reeks of arrogance and snobbery. I came here to gather information about H2’s. I will probably never own an H2 personally but I may present a plan to my chain of command to use them as patrol vehicles (Military Humvees aren’t an option; we have to get our vehicles from the civilian market.) The few times I’ve posted have been subjects I thought the people here would find interesting. If this is the kind of response I get I’ll be more than happy to leave.

Sgt. Eicholtz
Range Control
Ft. Indiantown Gap

PS What does a Johnny-come-lately know about the “Hummer Name?” We in the military have been using it decades before GMC bought the “rights.”
Attitude check...Yea, I’ve got one too.

BADRAP

07-29-2003, 04:20 PM

Man Tank don't take it so personal..
I was not specifically talking about yours, sorry you have a guilty conscience. I just do not feel that an H2 as a billboard is not a good idea... I think that they are tacky looking, and yes I have an H2 and I have no advertising on it at all...

maybe some day...

07-29-2003, 05:20 PM

Does every thread here have to deteriorate like this? What the hell is the point of posting a blatant statement like "those all look silly it degrades the Hummer name" in all caps no less so you basically shouted it out to everyone???
Opinions are like "wrinkled grommets" - we've all got 'em... and they're usually best kept to ourselves - especially when stated in such a strong manner.
I don't have my H2 yet and this thread was started (by ME) to discuss the merits or pitfalls of advertising a business on the H2. I can only justify this stupid truck if my business is paying for it - otherwise it's nothing more than another toy. Thanks for making so plain what you think about it... http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_rolleyes.gif

DRTYFN

07-29-2003, 06:21 PM

Everyone is getting so sensitive lately. When BadRap said he didn't care for the rolling billboard it wasn't an attack, he was just expressing his opinion.
Tanklizard, as a newbie, might I suggest you take a moment to assess the tone of the forum and try to get a general feel for some of the members' personalities, sort of a recon mission. If you want to see someone get jumped watch when Chris opens his pie-hole. It's always entertaining.
As for your pics, Thanks. It's awlays interesting to see what else is out in the world- good, bad & indifferent.
Welcome & enjoy.

DRTYFN

07-29-2003, 06:23 PM

And Chris, don't think I'm going soft. Tanklizard is a Hummer Driver and has a unique name. Now go try to stay out of the sun, you friggin' troll(Chris).

maybe some day...

07-29-2003, 06:43 PM

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote">quote:<HR>Originally posted by DRTYFN:
Everyone is getting so sensitive lately.<HR></BLOCKQUOTE>

The sensitivity might be because if we're not making pointless responses to trolls we're squabbling amongst ourselves over other pointless stuff... trolls are best ignored - completely - and expressing opinions by shouting them in all caps with no "YMMV, IMO, IMHO, etc, etc" is just rude. Nobody asked Badrap to have a Hummer emblazoned with the Marine Corp stuff as HIS daily driver - but he still had to take it as somehow degrading whatever Hummer he IS driving. As expressed in several other threads this forum is less enjoyable than it used to be.

Note to Badrap - nothin' personal dude, we've had some good chats and whatnot - but stuff like this is why people quit posting here... http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_frown.gif

Hummer Man

07-29-2003, 07:58 PM

AWSOME - GREAT GRAPHICS!

tanklizard

07-29-2003, 10:17 PM

Mr. Rosoff,

Thank you for your message, it was greatly appreciated.
Basically I let that individual's comment get under my skin a little farther than it should have.
I'll continue to lurk around this site (I'm very good at lurking) and contribute where I may.

Sincerely
Sgt Eicholtz

PS How well protected is the radiator on the H2. We recently received a pair of F350s as patrol vehicles and one of my people some how managed to get a good sized stick under the bumper and into the radiator. The paperwork involved with replacing a radiator on a truck with less than 1,000 miles was less than pleasant.