Steve Coyle
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Brian will sort you out with older ones if they’re not on the 2013 disc. I have the 2009 disc and I’m upgrading to the 2013 one, but I tend to hang on to the older ones for that very reason
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Thankyou Jan. Thats brilliant
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I’m also on the hunt for a service
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Bravo Peter, nice job! :praise1:
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No bother Peter, nice link that!
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I’ll send you a pm
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[Just wondering how everyone is finding it at the minute. Am kept going but wouldn’t be rushed of my feet. Anyone any good ideas of how to generate more business or make ourselves more visible to clients?? What sort of way do people market themselves??]
Nicholas, stop worrying about how everyone else is doing and concentrate on your own business. Everyones location, local economics, client base etc is different. Try to find something that works for you, and remember, there’s no "quick fix" road to riches. Produce good quality, good looking signs, make a decent mark up on what you do and it will come.[/quote] -
Cheers Ian, that ‘ll give me something to do the basic layout.
Fergal, she’s well put together. Some car, them wee corolla’s were well ahead of their time. Still more than capable of winning a national forestry outright. -
Eddie Power has bought the red Ex Mc Carthy one and yes its RHD. I think it was A Mac Hale Car when it came to Ireland first. First time doing a corolla so I can’t wait, Itchin to get playing around with some ideas.
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What a display of good racing. Hamilton is without doubt the bravest driver in the wet. Its appalling that such a display is rewarded with penalties. With regards to Schumacher, I really think that when you put an exceptional driver in the best funded car/team it always leads to domination. I really think that Hamilton is every bit as good as Schumie if not better.
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As Rob and Cheryl said it CAN be done, but won’t look anything like an airbrush job, so you won’t be able to charge enough as well. I tried it once, for a mates helmet, took half a day and still looked crap!
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Congrats to you both Russell. Hope your prepared for the sleepless nights!!!!!!!! (Everyone here FORGOT to mention that one point to me!).
Our first was born 13 weeks ago, 7lb 13oz…..called her Aoife. -
Got this one a few weeks ago
Hello Sir / Madam
With regards to your Company.This is Mr Jack Lord with jack & Co Company Ltd and i am sending these email Regards to order some Banners and i will need the Qty 50 with the size of 30 by 60 inches l want you to Print On the Banners (TOGETHER WE BUILD ) and i want printing to be in Blue colour and the Background Colour to be White .I want you to go ahead and quote me the total pick up prices plus tax without shipping so that i will go ahead and issue you with my master card for you to run for the Total Charges ….. Looking forward to hear back from you so that we can proceed with the Payment and make arrangement for the Pick Up ………….
Jack Lord
Managing Director
Jack & Co LTd
Email: jacklord020@yahoo.com this a few weeks ago from Jack Lord:I responded with a price of €5250 plus VAT. to which I got the response:
HELLO STEVE
THANK YOU FOR YOUR EMAIL THE PRICE IS COOL FOR ME AND I WILL LIKE TO PROCEED WITH THE ORDER AND MORE OVER I AM SENDING THIS BANNERS DOWN TO ONE OF MY NEW COMPANY IN WEST AFRICA SO I WILL LIKE YOU TO EMAIL THIS SHIPPING COMPANY WITH YOUR STORE LOCATION AND THE WEIGHT OF THE BANNERS PLUS THE SHIPPING DESTINATION BELOW SO THAT THEY CAN GET BACK TO YOU WITH THE SHIPPING CHARGES WHICH I WILL GIVE YOU MY MASTER CREDIT CARD FOR YOU TO RUN FOR THE PAYMENT OF THE BANNERS AND THE SHIPPING COST OKAY SO I WILL LIKE YOU TO EMAIL THE SHIPPING COMPANY ON smartshipping@cooltoad.com SO THAT YOU CAN GET THE QUOTE FOR THE SHIPMENT OKAY SO I AM WAITING TO HEAR FROM YOU SOON WITH THE SHIPPING COST SO THAT I CAN PROCEED WITH THE PAYMENTShipping Information
Jack & CO LTD
24n loko street
kumasi tanti 00233
WEST AfricaThen this one followed:
To: steve@scsigns.ie
Sent: Tuesday, February 26, 2008 1:09 PM
Subject: FREIGHT QUOTESMART SHIPPING COMPANY
Dear Customer,
Thank you for your interest in using Smartshipping Company for your shipping needs.
We checked on shipping, 50 30×60 banners with the total weight of 25kg’s
picking them up from your location SC Signs Unit 8,The Rock Ind Pk, Cashel,Co.Tipperary, to JACK & CO 24n loko street kumasi tanti 00233 GHANA , and its going to cost €3,200.00 EURO That includes international airway taxes (I.A.T), Tarrifs and custom’s clearance duties. It takes approximately 3 days for delivery from the day of pick-up.We will also like you to know that for you being the seller you are the one supposed to make the payment to us. The only method of payment we accept is via Western Union Money Transfer to our financial manager in the delivery location. payment should be made to the addresss below for faster transaction.Name : Ebenezer Tagoe
address : 96 koto highway ave
zipcode : 00233
city : Accra
country : GhanaBefore we come and pick it up u have to email us with the WesternUnion Money Transfer reciept information which shows below
1.Senders full name
2, MTCN control number 10 digits
3, Secret Question and Answer. if any
As soon as we receive payment we will let u know and dont hesitate to contact us if you need any more assistance and we will also contact you with the shipment tracking numbers which is very important before we come for the pick up
Thanks in Advance :
To which I replied go fuck yourself!!!!
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Thanks Kevin, no joy but I’ve noticed that the capping station isn’t coming up to meet the print heads,
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Thanks guys, I’ve tried all that, no luck, I’m wondering is the scan motor the one that powers the head. I’ve had the other scan message when I didn’t roll of the vinyl once or twice, but never this one. I wouldn’t mind only I’ve got a load of gear to get out for the big Paddy’s day celebrations…..
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This should do ya! 😉
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I agree with Jill, I would have put the main text in white or at the very least put a white out line between the red and black. Other than that it’s a nice job!
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Well done Chris, Nice job
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Go for it Phil. I know I would
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nice work Adam especially for your first job
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Thanks for the response guys. I need to print it 1800mm by whatever it scales to. I got a few from google but when I delete the back ground and blow it up, its just too pixelated. Its only a birthday present for my little nephew.
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If it was me I’ld take it down, and if he went legal , I’ld take my chances! In my view, I think you would hear no more about it
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Well that certainly answers that! Fair play Rob. As I’m sure everyone will agree, you run a real good site, and I for one would be lost without it.
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Try this Michael. don’t know if it’s any good but……
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Definatly Magenta head is partially blocked. Had the same problem lately
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Sorry to here your bad news Shane, I’ve had a few close shaves with my own scalpel, even stabbed myself in the back side once or twice. Hope you make a speedy recovery mate!
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I tried it on google Brian but they’re too small. I’ld say your best bet is to ring the council offices.
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http://brandsoftheworld.com/search/?que … d_id=60166
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Hi Richard
When do you need them for? I would have some of those in magazines but not on disc. I could vectorise a few this evening if you’re still stuck -
Looks suspiciously like Andrew’s design used for the last two years :lol1:
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Relax Rob, it looks like it’s only brake cleaner 😉
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Thats the one Richard, I’m only after getting it.
(But you knew that already 😉 )
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No Richard, it’s the new one. It’s a print only one that they use on the wrc cars. Thanks anyway though
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Nice job Joe. Clean, cool and straight to the point!
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Is this the one
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Try This Hugh!!!
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The font is Hanzel or handled I think
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This ain’t brilliant but…..
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What are you looking for it?
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We have our 54″ cadet for a few months now. I was the same when trying to decide which one, and eventually the cadet won out. If your putting prints on vehicles you still have to laminate them, unless its short term. The cadet prints are a little bit more durable. Added to that, the uniform agent in Ireland is only 12 miles from here,(printech technologies) which means back up and support are almost instant.
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Here Here Russ!
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Check out chapter four of the maual Garry. If you don’t have a manual you’ll find it on one of the disks.
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Good Idea
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I use meth and in four years I’ve only had one problem with paint. You need to be careful though
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Well done Lynn, great job
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54 rolls of vinyl and 5 rolls of digital media.We usualy re-order when the roll looks about half gone. We can get nearly anything from either Sign & Digital or A & P display on a next day basis.Seldom get caught out except through my own stupidity 😳
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Hi ROb.
I’ve just sent an email with my real name on it, but just in case, It’s Steve Coyle -
Thanks for all your replys guy’s.The other one that I have is Mr Clipart, and my supplier here in Ireland told me that the new ingram cd had ALL the models I wanted including the new caddy van. (it didn’t!!!) On principle there’s NO WAY I’m gonna blow another few hundred euro’s on a CD (not even Brians) unless I’m 100% sure it has what I want!
Brian, The specific models I want are
1. The new caddy van
2. The new fiesta 3dr
3. Subaru impreza (MK 1, 2, 3)
4. Mitsubishi Lancer evo (5-8)
5.Honda Civic 3dr (92-96 Model year & (96<)
Can you tell me if these are on your cd Please
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Hi Brian
I’ve got a bit of double sided banner tape which is white in colour. If its any use I can run over with a bit. I’ve got a few other bits and pieces here to drop over anyway! -
Looks brilliant Archie. I really love the “glow” effect
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congratulations Rob & all the team. SIgn Extra is first class ! (hot)
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Printech technologies informed me that my 54″ cadet is ready for installing tomorrow (I hope!!)
I’m like being a kid on christmas eve. 😀 Probably won’t sleep tonight or anything! -
Definatly would have been cheaper to paint
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Awesome job Shane. Cant wait to try a bit of wrapping my self, though for a first job, maybe something a little less complex!!!
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There’s no substitute for experience. Our policy with Chinese, Italian & Indian restaraunt owners is 50% of the job on receipt of an order, and the balance of payment when I fit the signs, and if the owner isn’t there to pay me when I fit them, I take ’em right back down again. NO EXCEPTIONS!!!!!!
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lokks really smart. I like it
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As Rob says, phone number isn’t really needed. Why not blend the pictures together
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I really like the bottom one, really clean and neat
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do you mean the hi-vis reflectives on a truck?
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Very nice mate, Class job!!!
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very nice Rob, I just don’t know where you’ld even start
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Here’s the totem pole!
Attachments:
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Thanks guys,to answer your questions, yes Rob, they’re built up raised letters with twist’r led’s fitted in the back I’ll have a few close ups later this week, (couldn’t hold the camera steady enough)
and to Peter & Jill, There are two different spellings of Micheal in Ireland & believe me, You’ld better get it right!!!!!! -
The whole job was done over a three week period, Including ptting together of the raised letters, Sanding , Painting Etc. We also supplied all the interior signage, Showroom workshop etc, and lettered up 4 cars and a van for the opening day
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I’m in the market for a cadet as well. I’ve done a lot of research,and prices do vary a lot.I was going to buy direct from B & P and go collect it myself, but Printech, based in Tipperary Town are the new agents here in Ireland for the cadet, and they’re only 12 miles from me, so for back up and buying the cartridges afterwards it would make more sense to buy from them.The cadet seems to be a good machine, but I’m also after a laminator……Just in case!!!!!
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Hi Eddie
Welcome to the boards, and the best of luck with the new venture. Raising the game from the standards of solas won’t be hard I promise!!! -
Thanks for the info. The projector is for a car sales showroom. The customer wants to project his company logo on to a white wall in the showroom and have a clock to tell the timewith the logo. He’s fully set on this, and nothing else will do.
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Had to go in yesterday and finish a truck. Started at 7 and finished at 11. Took the rest of the day off ( to keep the Boss happy).
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The design lots fine. I’ld be happy if it was mine
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Very nice work Shane! :2thumbs:
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I ahd a few problems before christmas, but got my computer updated to XP Professional during the holidays and it all seems fine now.
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Brilliant 😀
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I onder if anyone has the same problem as me. When I’m in a forum, and have finished reading a post, when I click the ” back” button on the browser, The whole thing disappears bringing me back to my desktop. This only happens on the sign boards, every other site works fine
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Feeling a bit better today. Going up on Wednesday, so looking forward to a few beers meself. Roland @ 5 o’clock it is.
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I’m just on my way to Eddie’s place for some digital work. I have to agree Rob , Eddie’s a top Bloke. We Were talking about the show last week but nothing concrete.
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I’ll definatly be going up, might even have a few pints, although today’s not the best to talking about beer. We had a wedding yesterday 😮
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Its so so here. Phone is quiet but we’re getting through some long finger jobs.
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Cutting on the van is easy if you use a new blade and be VERY careful. I got a lot of practice by doing rally cars.Doing one off jobs doesn’t warrant the extra time spent creating cut outs .
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Thanks guys. The job itself took five hours to cut weed and apply. and you’re right about the stripe. its applied and cut around the arches.
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When I started from home 2 years ago I managed at home for a few months. Then I rented a unit which was a glorified coalshed for a year. Luckily I found a bigger cheaper unit in a local industrial park and moved again. This is perfect, with a 13′ high door so it’s no problem gettingany vehicle in. There’s 10 other units in the place with a massive yard. The weater doesn’t effect me at all. And best of all when I finish work at night (normally around 10pm) And go home I can relax because customers don’t call to my house 😀
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Well done for taking the plunge! It’s scary, but well worth the effort. The only thing I find is that you end up working all hours, but I still wouldn’t have it any other way
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Thanks. They’re straight from the printer. The customer changes his vans every year so they won’t be on any longer. If they were done on a versa cam I’ld definatly laminate them. The Cadet prints can stand up to a fair bit of abuse.
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One word. CLASS!
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Thanks Guys. The rally car belongs to a good friend of mine who specifically wanted white lettering only, and what you can’t tell from the photo is that it’s all reflective. It’s only one of around forty that if done. I’ll try and find a decent pic of a job with more colour to post soon
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I just got a letter from a domain co. registered in the UK trying oto sell me my own domain name for €160.00
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I started part time in Jan 2003 & went full time in May 2003. It took about 3/4 months to build up a full time workload.As in any new business, It probably took 12 months to get to the stage of being sure of getting a full weeks wages Every Week.!
I was completly unprepared for Christmas, The work load dropped off a bit ,but payment more or less stopped from Nov till Feb, leaving me with probably the quietest Christmas ever. 🙁 -
Hi Peter,
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Thanks for the welcome guys.Sometimes I wish I was a little yellow duck!! I’ll try and get some of my work posted on show us your stuff, for some constructive criticism and all that. [/url]