Administrators Bill Strong Posted April 25, 2022 Administrators Report Share Posted April 25, 2022 Hello folks. Today's subject is window decals. A bit of history. A few years ago, we developed a partnership with TireRack.com. The contract stated that we would print the TireRack.com logo on the top of the number panels. In addition, the TireRack die-cut decal would be on the top of the windscreen. TireRack would provide die-cut decals to ChampCar for distribution at events for free. There was a request from members to RVA Graphics and Wraps and our CEO, Mike Chisek, for a colored window banner. TireRack said it was ok as long as the color scheme met their requirements. Chisek approved the art. Fast forward to 4/6/2021, and I got an email from TireRack explaining that the font size for the window topper was too small. I investigated, and sure enough, it was printed too small. I immediately contacted Dana Morrison and proposed what the next steps should be. I contacted Tyler at RVA Graphics and Wraps, and we worked on the new art with the correct size. I asked Tyler to start sending out the corrected art ASAP. On 4/26/2021, I received the art proofs and approved them. Orders from that point on would contain this new art. Dana and I discussed that due to members buying their decals in 2021, we would require all cars in 2022 to have the correct font size. The TireRack supplied die-cut decals or the new RVA Graphics and Wraps banner. The new requirement would go into effect on 1/1/2022. On Jan 1, 2022, I sent an email to all current and past members and made forum and social media posts about this. The feedback was excellent. I was expecting a lot of backlash from members, you know, because of the "Internet." Most teams have complied and have the correct decals on the car. However, a handful of teams were not happy about it. But tech and I told them we would supply them with a new free die-cut decal. Now the past couple of events, I discovered that a few teams were getting shipped older decals. I have spoken with Justin Andress about this issue, and RVA Graphics and Wraps will replace the smaller font banners. You will need to contact RVA Graphics and Wraps with your order number and work out the shipping details. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Justin Andress Posted April 25, 2022 Report Share Posted April 25, 2022 We will replace any incorrect orders free of charge, just email Caitlyn with RVAGFX at caitlin@rvagfx.com If you need them for Ozark, PLEASE let us know asap and we will bring with us this weekend. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frankrehnelt Posted April 25, 2022 Report Share Posted April 25, 2022 Bill. Is there a background color requirement? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aleric Sanders Posted April 25, 2022 Report Share Posted April 25, 2022 (edited) @frankrehnelt I'm not @Bill Strong but I'll help him out a bit. If he has more specific instructions, he can add here. Edited April 25, 2022 by Aleric Sanders 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators Bill Strong Posted April 25, 2022 Author Administrators Report Share Posted April 25, 2022 BCCR 9.8.1. says white, orange, yellow, and gold is a form of yellow. so the gold championship banners are not allowed in 2022. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frankrehnelt Posted April 25, 2022 Report Share Posted April 25, 2022 Thx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robmink Posted April 25, 2022 Report Share Posted April 25, 2022 How do we know if the font is too small? What is the text height of the incorrect banner vs the correct one? 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Technical Advisory Committee mcoppola Posted April 25, 2022 Technical Advisory Committee Report Share Posted April 25, 2022 28 minutes ago, Robmink said: How do we know if the font is too small? What is the text height of the incorrect banner vs the correct one? Great question. Through all these discussions, I've seen no description of what is correct vs. incorrect. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators Bill Strong Posted April 25, 2022 Author Administrators Report Share Posted April 25, 2022 The height of the letters must be 4" (101.6mm) tall. 4 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jamie Posted April 25, 2022 Report Share Posted April 25, 2022 (edited) Classic Sticker-Gate. Conspiracy theory: What if @Bill Strong is addicted to sniffing sticker glue and made this up so he can huff fresh banners at the championship. Also I heard Bill doesnt even have the right banner on his car Edited April 25, 2022 by Jamie 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators Bill Strong Posted April 25, 2022 Author Administrators Report Share Posted April 25, 2022 2 hours ago, Jamie said: Classic Sticker-Gate. Conspiracy theory: What if @Bill Strong is addicted to sniffing sticker glue and made this up so he can huff fresh banners at the championship. Also I heard Bill doesnt even have the right banner on his car I don't have any on my cars as I just don't have time to race. It's easier to find someone else to race that takes care of all the important stuff, like putting the correct decals on their car. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gundy Posted April 26, 2022 Report Share Posted April 26, 2022 18 hours ago, Jamie said: Classic Sticker-Gate. Conspiracy theory: What if @Bill Strong is addicted to sniffing sticker glue and made this up so he can huff fresh banners at the championship. Also I heard Bill doesn't even have the right banner on his car Bill's car is a myth I have yet to see it. Plus he is never home, so it may only exist in his mind as a dream. 1 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
turbogrill Posted May 4, 2022 Report Share Posted May 4, 2022 Just to be clear, these will be provided at the races? (So at Hallet there will be a bunch of these) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators Bill Strong Posted May 5, 2022 Author Administrators Report Share Posted May 5, 2022 20 hours ago, turbogrill said: Just to be clear, these will be provided at the races? (So at Hallet there will be a bunch of these) The die cut decals will be at Hallett. We have truck loads of them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gundy Posted May 5, 2022 Report Share Posted May 5, 2022 3 hours ago, Bill Strong said: The die cut decals will be at Hallett. We have truck loads of them. reminder these are only the letters there is NO background Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators Bill Strong Posted May 5, 2022 Author Administrators Report Share Posted May 5, 2022 correct. This is where you go and get a roll of 12" wide vinyl.https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08HK72T2S/ref=redir_mobile_desktop?_encoding=UTF8&aaxitk=fe586aa1cb6f44eda96dd7c6749e7943&hsa_cr_id=7349933250401&pd_rd_plhdr=t&pd_rd_r=30f05457-2b92-45bc-ba65-272f63100578&pd_rd_w=rKsnO&pd_rd_wg=zkzzT&ref_=sbx_be_s_sparkle_lsi4d_asin_0_img&th=1 https://www.amazon.com/Permanent-Vinyl-Cricut-Adhesive-Silhouette/dp/B09JWF9KBR/ref=sr_1_26?crid=9WMIUL11TV8O&keywords=12"%2Bvinyl%2Bdecal%2Broll&qid=1651772968&sprefix=12%2Bvinyl%2Bdecal%2Broll%2Caps%2C274&sr=8-26&th=1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
turbogrill Posted May 7, 2022 Report Share Posted May 7, 2022 (edited) On 5/5/2022 at 12:23 PM, gundy said: reminder these are only the letters there is NO background oh thanks! You saved me a lot of electric tape. I am going pink I am going gold. Edited May 7, 2022 by turbogrill Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators Bill Strong Posted May 9, 2022 Author Administrators Report Share Posted May 9, 2022 I hate you. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CoachMK21 Posted May 9, 2022 Report Share Posted May 9, 2022 On 5/6/2022 at 8:02 PM, turbogrill said: oh thanks! You saved me a lot of electric tape. I am going pink I am going gold. You should do Rose Gold, best of both worlds. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wvumtnbkr Posted May 9, 2022 Report Share Posted May 9, 2022 Hey.... pink is mine. Backoff. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gkuhn41 Posted May 23, 2022 Report Share Posted May 23, 2022 On 5/9/2022 at 2:04 PM, wvumtnbkr said: Hey.... pink is mine. Backoff. Ours* 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Atlanta Speedwerks Posted June 7, 2022 Report Share Posted June 7, 2022 Good info thanks. We had the RVA banners but found that the wipers got destroyed by their tacky (in grip, not design) background material, so we are doing our own now. 4" it is. Size DOES matter! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fitsbain Posted June 13, 2022 Report Share Posted June 13, 2022 Numbers and Letters are hard!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators Bill Strong Posted June 15, 2022 Author Administrators Report Share Posted June 15, 2022 On 6/7/2022 at 9:56 AM, Atlanta Speedwerks said: Good info thanks. We had the RVA banners but found that the wipers got destroyed by their tacky (in grip, not design) background material, so we are doing our own now. 4" it is. Size DOES matter! Cut a reverse decal and mount it on the backside of the polycarbonate or glass window, and a backing sunshade. That keeps the decal from interfering with aero and the wipers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GugulethuPretorius Posted June 27, 2022 Report Share Posted June 27, 2022 On 5/5/2022 at 10:51 PM, Bill Strong said: correct. This is where you go and get a roll of 12" wide vinyl.https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08HK72T2S/ref=redir_mobile_desktop?_encoding=UTF8&aaxitk=fe586aa1cb6f44eda96dd7c6749e7943&hsa_cr_id=7349933250401&pd_rd_plhdr=t&pd_rd_r=30f05457-2b92-45bc-ba65-272f63100578&pd_rd_w=rKsnO&pd_rd_wg=zkzzT&ref_=sbx_be_s_sparkle_lsi4d_asin_0_img&th=1 https://www.amazon.com/Permanent-Vinyl-Cricut-Adhesive-Silhouette/dp/B09JWF9KBR/ref=sr_1_26?crid=9WMIUL11TV8O&keywords=12"%2Bvinyl%2Bdecal%2Broll&qid=1651772968&sprefix=12%2Bvinyl%2Bdecal%2Broll%2Caps%2C274&sr=8-26&th=1 You made my day. Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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