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Old 08-06-2013, 05:08 AM   #1
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WBCCI decals tacky looking?

Does anybody else think these decals look tacky? I just joined but cannot bring myself to trash up my trailer by applying them.
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Old 08-06-2013, 05:28 AM   #2
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Does anybody else think these decals look tacky? I just joined but cannot bring myself to trash up my trailer by applying them.
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You think that's tacky? The simplified version that appears on the berets is worse! But, it's tradition, and there is no possible way the powers-that-be in WBCCI will ever hire a graphics designer to come up with something new and stylish.

Especially since a new design would mean that a few thousand trailers would all need to have new logos applied. And that's not even considering the issue of trademarking a new logo design…

Mind you, 20th Century Fox is still living in the last century, too, so WBCCI isn't alone in that!
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Old 08-06-2013, 06:11 AM   #3
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I understand traditions but I still cannot bring myself to do it. I may go to a boat decal place and get some numbers with shading or something that look better. In any event, I think I will wait until I actually sign up for a caravan.

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Old 08-06-2013, 06:37 AM   #4
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I understand traditions but I still cannot bring myself to do it. I may go to a boat decal place and get some numbers with shading or something that look better. In any event, I think I will wait until I actually sign up for a caravan.

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Oh! You mean the numbers. I thought you meant the round WBCCI logo that goes above the numbers, which really IS tacky. The numbers themselves aren't anything special, just 6" tall red digits. Since my Airstream is an Interstate, which has a fine steel body by Mercedes, I went to FastSigns and had magnetic signs made with the logo and my numbers. If memory serves, the font for the numbers was Helvetica Bold, proportionally spaced. But memory may not serve, so discuss it with your sign maker. I think you'd be okay with any sans serif font.

If you want shading, why not get the letters made from a red vinyl material that's about 1/8" thick, so that sunlight provides natural shading?
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Old 08-06-2013, 06:39 AM   #5
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Trash up! I personally think a trailer without red numbers is missing something! If you don't want to stick them on your end caps, many people apply them to front stone guard or to a piece of plastic they then hang.

Also google those old Caravan photos from the 60's, and see all the numbers on the trailers, it is just part of the history of Airstreaming.

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Old 08-06-2013, 06:51 AM   #6
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..... or just don't put them on. No one is forcing you to!

First off, welcome to the WBCCI. Thank you for joining. I hope you enjoy the opportunities thee club offers you.

Might I suggest you consider researching ideas other members have had for displaying their membership. Some have simply applied red numbers to a plexiglass panel that is displayed on the front of the unit when desired.

Please don't let the pounding of negative thought get you flustered about the WBCCI. The squeaky noises minimize after a while.
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Old 08-06-2013, 06:51 AM   #7
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Then don't. It's all good.

If I had a good clearcoat I'd hesitate, too. But my clearcoat is pretty rough, and has the ghost of prior numbers, so why not?

I'd argue with your choice of words - "trash up" my trailer? Nah.
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Old 08-06-2013, 07:25 AM   #8
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Seems like part of the number idea is while you are underway, other members can look up who you are. I do not think a plexiglass board gets that done; it would only be good while parked and in no wind.
Magnetic would be great if it were not an aluminum trailer. Where can I locate other ideas?
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Old 08-06-2013, 07:29 AM   #9
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Seems like part of the number idea is while you are underway, other members can look up who you are. I do not think a plexiglass board gets that done; it would only be good while parked and in no wind.
Magnetic would be great if it were not an aluminum trailer. Where can I locate other ideas?
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FastSigns doesn't just do magnetic. They also do adhesive signs on a clear background, so you can add all of your digits and the round WBCCI logo all at once, and all properly aligned. Being adhesive, you can stick the signs to your trailer, your windows, your propane tank cover, whatever.
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Old 08-06-2013, 08:26 AM   #10
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Thanks. will check on them
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Old 08-06-2013, 08:55 AM   #11
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I have heard of people putting their numbers on "Cling Film" but have no experience with it myself
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Old 08-06-2013, 09:20 AM   #12
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Just ordered some cling numbers, I will see how they work!
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I ordered self-spacing, self-adhesive numbers on line from a sign shop. I specified 96329632 to save a bit and cut them apart. These are a lot easier to apply than decals. I ordered non-bold 6" numbers and everyone comments on how much nicer they look than the bold number decals from WBCCI.
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I think an Airstream without those red numbers looks naked or like something is missing.
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Old 08-07-2013, 07:51 AM   #15
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It is reassuring to hear people say that but they just do not complement the beauty of the AS. I am going to try static cling to see if I can live with the look. Permanent decals may follow.
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The very first thing I did to my trailer was put on the numbers. It's a tedious job but the instructions (using soapy water) are spot on. I think Airstreams are naked without them - it is a point of pride to me that connects me to years of tradition.
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We went with the cling sheet version. Squire Designs makes them. Love it!

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Old 08-07-2013, 11:15 AM   #18
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How does it hold up with respect to weather? Supposedly, the shortcoming of static cling is rain and such end up removing the decal.
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How does it hold up with respect to weather? Supposedly, the shortcoming of static cling is rain and such end up removing the decal.
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The front one holds up great. The rear one gets all the rain rolling off the roof and gets a couple pockets of water in the top. The good news is, it stays on and I can take it off, wash it with soapy water and reapply it (after cleaning the trailer area first...).

I'm happy with it and it's MUCH easier than trying to apply them one at a time (I just have no patience).
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I think an Airstream without those red numbers looks naked or like something is missing.

I tend to agree. Without the Big Red Numbers, it kind of looks like an Airstream knock-off.

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