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 Apr 29 2005, 02:21 PM
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Nothing says 'I love you.' like a box of Hydroshoks  Group: Moderators Posts: 5,284 Joined: 23-December 03 From: Granbury, TX Member No.: 4  |
I had struck a deal with a local Texaco Express Lube for sponsorship.
I would get a full load of fuel for the race car, my fuel jugs and my tow rig before an event. Also, the tow rig got it's oil changed. In exchange, the business logo was placed on the hood of the car and the car would be made available for 6 Saturdays a year to display in front of his place of business. We were both excited about the venture ... Texaco Corporate stepped and has seemingly nixed it all ... at least that is 2nd hand info I'm getting from one of the managers at the place. I need to stop by and talk with the owner to get the straight story, though. He had hinted about something like this, but basically said screw'em ... I guess it was a double ended dildo ... I am a little disappointed as that would be a huge help to my racing budget ... /vent |
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Apr 29 2005, 02:32 PM
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FRRAX Owner/Admin Group: Admin Posts: 15,432 Joined: 13-February 04 From: Ohio Member No.: 196 |
That sucks Mitch. That sounds like a really sweet deal if you can get it to stick. Fuel is expensive and free tow rig stuff is always good. What does corp care if he wants to fund it?
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Apr 29 2005, 02:40 PM
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Zero brand loyalty Group: Advanced Members Posts: 645 Joined: 22-January 04 From: Merryland Member No.: 145 |
QUOTE (trackbird @ Apr 29 2005, 08:32) What does corp care if he wants to fund it? What he said. Does he take care of advertising locally or does corporate handle all of it? Pat |
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Apr 29 2005, 03:04 PM
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Nothing says 'I love you.' like a box of Hydroshoks Group: Moderators Posts: 5,284 Joined: 23-December 03 From: Granbury, TX Member No.: 4 |
I think it's a corporate brand kind of thing ...
Texaco Express Lube might even have an exclusivity clause with that NASCAR team ... (IMG:http://www.frrax.com/rrforum/style_emoticons/default/dunno.gif) I have a couple other ideas ... maybe it will come together after-all .... |
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Apr 29 2005, 04:21 PM
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FRRAX Owner/Admin Group: Admin Posts: 15,432 Joined: 13-February 04 From: Ohio Member No.: 196 |
QUOTE (mitchntx @ Apr 29 2005, 10:04) I have a couple other ideas ... maybe it will come together after-all .... That's what I like to hear. (IMG:http://www.frrax.com/rrforum/style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif) |
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Apr 29 2005, 04:41 PM
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Advanced Member Group: Advanced Members Posts: 647 Joined: 30-December 03 From: Paris, Texas Member No.: 74 |
That really sux Mitch....maybe he can work a deal that is still beneficial for both.
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Apr 29 2005, 06:37 PM
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CMCer Group: Moderators Posts: 2,932 Joined: 12-February 04 From: the sticks near VIR Member No.: 194 |
Hope you get it straightened out Mitch! I have a couple sponsors, turns out I was using them so much that they decided to give me deals or throw in free work once in a while! I have an auto repair shop and body shop, perfect for CMC! (IMG:http://www.frrax.com/rrforum/style_emoticons/default/wink.gif) I had t-shirts made up featuring the car and my race team logo and I make sure they are well stocked. I am also planning to give them some large photos for the walls of their shops of #37 in action!
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Apr 29 2005, 06:39 PM
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Nothing says 'I love you.' like a box of Hydroshoks Group: Moderators Posts: 5,284 Joined: 23-December 03 From: Granbury, TX Member No.: 4 |
I approached him this morning after our phone conversation and suggested a car display a few times a year.
The name of the game is catching the eye of people and leaving the car at his place of business for all to see as they pass by would accomplish that. he seemed receptive and we are gonna give it a try ... |
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Apr 30 2005, 12:06 AM
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Grumpy Group: Advanced Members Posts: 2,722 Joined: 1-January 04 From: Bakersfield CA Member No.: 81 |
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