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5150 · 01-11-2010, 12:15 PM

Hey guys,

I'm posting this here because it gets the most traffic. I wanted to see what different types of trophies and awards you guys have won at different shows over the years.

The Tennessee Classic Truck Club is putting on an ALL TRUCK show in July and we're trying to get ideas for awards. See my sig for info on the show(shameless plug). I would appreciate all the feedback you could give us. I'd like to do something different then the same old plaque or trophy.

So what'd ya get??

oldblue1968chevy · 01-11-2010, 12:18 PM

gift certificates for ECE or somewhere would be nice lol. (for the unfinished build).

Maybe a high quality picture of your truck in a neat truck themed frame.. I dunno. where is this show at. Sounds like fun in Tn.

5150 · 01-11-2010, 12:24 PM

check out my sig for info

1968SWBBigBlock · 01-11-2010, 12:55 PM

Depending your budget - good items for future self promotion
Jackets
Shirts
These would be custom made and mailed after the show but would include like "class winner XYZ Super Truck show 2010"
You could also do medals - think Olympics - they have some really cool ones that do not cost a fortune - I get them at the triathlons and marathons that I run

JWall · 01-11-2010, 12:56 PM

There is a local church here that has a show yearly and their trophies are wood carved valve covers. They change the valve cover every year (like chevy 1 year, then a Hemi, etc).

I've got a wheel with flames coming off of it that is laser cut thin metal.

Also, got a clear plexiglass trophy with a small clock in the top.

Got a etched beer mug from a Hooters Show.

A local show gives out ceramic plates with different colors every year.

I will look at my collection from my 94 Chevy when I get home if you want pics of any of these I could probably get them.

northerngmc · 01-11-2010, 01:50 PM

One show I attended I won a trophy that was made from a piston and rod.

tcb-1 · 01-11-2010, 02:08 PM

I won a welded open end-box end trophy once at a bike show, but don't have the pic with me.

5150 · 01-11-2010, 02:47 PM

I like the Piston idea, that's the route I'm thinking of going. Something a little unique.

5150 · 01-11-2010, 02:49 PM

We are just going to have 12-15 "Best Of" awards, such as bed, interior, paint, engine, etc.

JWall · 01-11-2010, 02:55 PM

Something you might consider then would be something like... for best engine a piston trophy, for best paint a paint gun trophy (i saw this once), and so on.

5150 · 01-11-2010, 02:55 PM

That is a very good idea.

1968SWBBigBlock · 01-11-2010, 03:17 PM

I want to see your best rearend trophy

5150 · 01-11-2010, 03:35 PM

72BlckButy · 01-11-2010, 03:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 1968SWBBigBlock

I want to see your best rearend trophy

Uh-oh... not going to touch that one with a 10 foot stick....

5150 · 01-11-2010, 08:01 PM

ttt

**N2TRUX** · 01-11-2010, 08:23 PM

Having won many awards as well as been a show promoter for several years, let me throw my thoughts out here.

Don't do traditional trophies. Even small ones are pricey at the quantity you will be buying. People do not appreciate the cost of a small trophy, they perceive it as cheap.

Plaques are much more cost effective if you have them made. You can also make them yourself or have a volunteer make them.

In the past I had a guy that had woodworking skills make the board, and a trophy shop engrave the plague to stick on it.

The most well received plaques I ever gave out were made from Lexan. They were cut at a Plastic Supply company, then the edges were flamed polished which look like tempered glass edge.

We painted the back side and used of vinyl graphics for the event name. We added an engraved plaque for the class/date tag.

It did require some effort on my part, but the results were an award that some friends still have on their wall 20 years later.

oldblue1968chevy · 01-11-2010, 08:36 PM

you guys have better ideas!

love the piston rod idea...

gcburdic · 01-11-2010, 09:01 PM

went to the Hendrick Car Show near Lowes Motor Speedway in October 09....I think they gave out used clutch plates (I'm sure they go thru them like a bag of cookies!!!

)....pretty cool...

Sammy · 01-11-2010, 09:48 PM

Something home/ custom built or just a bit unusual than the normal trophy is probally the best idea. I have two that were unusual that I thought was different but probally not what you were looking for. One is a small trophy with the gas pump and the other was at an event sponsored from A. Bush which is a collector limited edition beer stein. Thought I'd share.

Restrorob · 01-11-2010, 09:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 1968SWBBigBlock

I want to see your best rearend trophy

**KevsClassics** · 01-11-2010, 11:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 1968SWBBigBlock

I want to see your best rearend trophy

??

Mudder · 01-12-2010, 09:21 AM

I will try get some pics of some of the ones I have gotten today, later when it gets light out. Some of them are pretty cool. I like the plexiglass ones the best.

Mudder · 01-12-2010, 04:38 PM

Ok. The most of them are done with computers and covered with a plexiglass. I think they look good and would be really reasonable to make. I also like the one from like Super Chevy that is rather generic. Instead of 1st 2nd and third theirs just say Ouststanding.

Mudder · 01-12-2010, 04:40 PM

The first and second up there are a really thick plastic. Maybe an inch thick. I think they are pretty cool.

Mudder · 01-12-2010, 04:42 PM

Once more I think.

01-11-2010, 12:15 PM	#1
5150 C10 Club Tennessee Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: White House, TN 37188 Posts: 8,281	Show Awards and Trophies Hey guys, I'm posting this here because it gets the most traffic. I wanted to see what different types of trophies and awards you guys have won at different shows over the years. The Tennessee Classic Truck Club is putting on an ALL TRUCK show in July and we're trying to get ideas for awards. See my sig for info on the show(shameless plug). I would appreciate all the feedback you could give us. I'd like to do something different then the same old plaque or trophy. So what'd ya get?? __________________ Bryan www.gmtruckshow.com Project "Andes"-Halen's First Truck Project: Patina Burb for he is God’s servant for your good. But if you do wrong, be afraid, for he does not bear the sword in vain. For he is the servant of God, an avenger who carries out God’s wrath on the wrongdoer. Romans 13:4

01-11-2010, 12:18 PM	#2
oldblue1968chevy Grandpa in the rustmobile... Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Spokane WA/Viola TN Posts: 11,422	Re: Show Awards and Trophies gift certificates for ECE or somewhere would be nice lol. (for the unfinished build). Maybe a high quality picture of your truck in a neat truck themed frame.. I dunno. where is this show at. Sounds like fun in Tn. __________________ John Goose-1968 C10 355,9.32-1CR, Vortec Heads ,262 voodoo, 3.73:1 3OTT (HS ride/beater/farm truck) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=317684 Grams 53-1953 Chevrolet Belair http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post4327784 1969 Chevy C10 Shortbed 4.5/6?" Frame off resto http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=548136 1999 Toyota Tacoma 4x4

01-11-2010, 12:24 PM	#3
5150 C10 Club Tennessee Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: White House, TN 37188 Posts: 8,281	Re: Show Awards and Trophies check out my sig for info __________________ Bryan www.gmtruckshow.com Project "Andes"-Halen's First Truck Project: Patina Burb for he is God’s servant for your good. But if you do wrong, be afraid, for he does not bear the sword in vain. For he is the servant of God, an avenger who carries out God’s wrath on the wrongdoer. Romans 13:4

01-11-2010, 12:55 PM	#4
1968SWBBigBlock Active Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Ohio Posts: 1,643	Re: Show Awards and Trophies Depending your budget - good items for future self promotion Jackets Shirts These would be custom made and mailed after the show but would include like "class winner XYZ Super Truck show 2010" You could also do medals - think Olympics - they have some really cool ones that do not cost a fortune - I get them at the triathlons and marathons that I run __________________ 1968 SWB 454 + .040, 490HP x 540 FT pounds of Torque 10-1 Kb Forged pistons, recon rods w/ ARP wave loc bolts 781 heads Ported with 2.19/1.88 SSTvalves Lunati 60204 cam, Micro Trol lifters, Ported Edelbrock Performer Rpm manifold armor coated, Pertronix Triple Strike Ignition Holley 770 Street Avenger carb,Headers armor coated Built by Watson Ruppel Performance in Sarahsville Ohio. Hardshift Tranny Built Turbo 350,TSI 10" 3000 stall 12 Bolt Eaton Posi 4.10 Richmond Gears moser axles 18.5" x 31" Hoosier Pro Street Radials ET Classic 5 Wheels - polished Power Steering, Power Brakes,Disc Brakes,Tach & Gauge Dash, Tilt,Factory Air (gone) Custom Paint & Body Work Special thanks to my wife, my son and my money tree

01-11-2010, 12:56 PM	#5
JWall Frequent Flyer Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Tulsa, OK Posts: 2,258	Re: Show Awards and Trophies There is a local church here that has a show yearly and their trophies are wood carved valve covers. They change the valve cover every year (like chevy 1 year, then a Hemi, etc). I've got a wheel with flames coming off of it that is laser cut thin metal. Also, got a clear plexiglass trophy with a small clock in the top. Got a etched beer mug from a Hooters Show. A local show gives out ceramic plates with different colors every year. I will look at my collection from my 94 Chevy when I get home if you want pics of any of these I could probably get them. __________________ - Justin 76 SWB C-10 - 98 SWB C1500 (x2) 1 Owner 1976 SWB

01-11-2010, 01:50 PM	#6
northerngmc Registered User Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Whitehorse YK Canada Posts: 2,651	Re: Show Awards and Trophies One show I attended I won a trophy that was made from a piston and rod. __________________ Blaine 59 GMC 9314 a.k.a. Whoopee 68 C20 50th Anniversary a.k.a. The Rat http://www.flickr.com/photos/northerngmc/ http://www.members.tripod.com/P-wee/index_032.htm 1.61803 is one H of a lot better than 3.14159, no really it is!

01-11-2010, 02:08 PM	#7
tcb-1 Nothing to see here..... Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Shawnee, KS Posts: 4,625	Re: Show Awards and Trophies I won a welded open end-box end trophy once at a bike show, but don't have the pic with me. __________________ Doug THANK YOU to our American Soldiers & Veterans - POW MIA "You will NEVER be forgotten". The democracy will cease to exist when you take away from those who are willing to work and give to those who would not. Thomas Jefferson Last edited by tcb-1; 01-11-2010 at 08:52 PM.

01-11-2010, 02:47 PM	#8
5150 C10 Club Tennessee Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: White House, TN 37188 Posts: 8,281	Re: Show Awards and Trophies I like the Piston idea, that's the route I'm thinking of going. Something a little unique. __________________ Bryan www.gmtruckshow.com Project "Andes"-Halen's First Truck Project: Patina Burb for he is God’s servant for your good. But if you do wrong, be afraid, for he does not bear the sword in vain. For he is the servant of God, an avenger who carries out God’s wrath on the wrongdoer. Romans 13:4

01-11-2010, 02:49 PM	#9
5150 C10 Club Tennessee Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: White House, TN 37188 Posts: 8,281	Re: Show Awards and Trophies We are just going to have 12-15 "Best Of" awards, such as bed, interior, paint, engine, etc. __________________ Bryan www.gmtruckshow.com Project "Andes"-Halen's First Truck Project: Patina Burb for he is God’s servant for your good. But if you do wrong, be afraid, for he does not bear the sword in vain. For he is the servant of God, an avenger who carries out God’s wrath on the wrongdoer. Romans 13:4

01-11-2010, 02:55 PM	#10
JWall Frequent Flyer Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Tulsa, OK Posts: 2,258	Re: Show Awards and Trophies Something you might consider then would be something like... for best engine a piston trophy, for best paint a paint gun trophy (i saw this once), and so on. __________________ - Justin 76 SWB C-10 - 98 SWB C1500 (x2) 1 Owner 1976 SWB

01-11-2010, 02:55 PM	#11
5150 C10 Club Tennessee Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: White House, TN 37188 Posts: 8,281	Re: Show Awards and Trophies That is a very good idea. __________________ Bryan www.gmtruckshow.com Project "Andes"-Halen's First Truck Project: Patina Burb for he is God’s servant for your good. But if you do wrong, be afraid, for he does not bear the sword in vain. For he is the servant of God, an avenger who carries out God’s wrath on the wrongdoer. Romans 13:4

01-11-2010, 03:17 PM	#12
1968SWBBigBlock Active Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Ohio Posts: 1,643	Re: Show Awards and Trophies I want to see your best rearend trophy __________________ 1968 SWB 454 + .040, 490HP x 540 FT pounds of Torque 10-1 Kb Forged pistons, recon rods w/ ARP wave loc bolts 781 heads Ported with 2.19/1.88 SSTvalves Lunati 60204 cam, Micro Trol lifters, Ported Edelbrock Performer Rpm manifold armor coated, Pertronix Triple Strike Ignition Holley 770 Street Avenger carb,Headers armor coated Built by Watson Ruppel Performance in Sarahsville Ohio. Hardshift Tranny Built Turbo 350,TSI 10" 3000 stall 12 Bolt Eaton Posi 4.10 Richmond Gears moser axles 18.5" x 31" Hoosier Pro Street Radials ET Classic 5 Wheels - polished Power Steering, Power Brakes,Disc Brakes,Tach & Gauge Dash, Tilt,Factory Air (gone) Custom Paint & Body Work Special thanks to my wife, my son and my money tree

01-11-2010, 03:35 PM	#13
5150 C10 Club Tennessee Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: White House, TN 37188 Posts: 8,281	Re: Show Awards and Trophies __________________ Bryan www.gmtruckshow.com Project "Andes"-Halen's First Truck Project: Patina Burb for he is God’s servant for your good. But if you do wrong, be afraid, for he does not bear the sword in vain. For he is the servant of God, an avenger who carries out God’s wrath on the wrongdoer. Romans 13:4

01-11-2010, 08:01 PM	#15
5150 C10 Club Tennessee Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: White House, TN 37188 Posts: 8,281	Re: Show Awards and Trophies ttt __________________ Bryan www.gmtruckshow.com Project "Andes"-Halen's First Truck Project: Patina Burb for he is God’s servant for your good. But if you do wrong, be afraid, for he does not bear the sword in vain. For he is the servant of God, an avenger who carries out God’s wrath on the wrongdoer. Romans 13:4

01-11-2010, 08:23 PM	#16
N2TRUX Happy to be here Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 39,023	Re: Show Awards and Trophies Having won many awards as well as been a show promoter for several years, let me throw my thoughts out here. Don't do traditional trophies. Even small ones are pricey at the quantity you will be buying. People do not appreciate the cost of a small trophy, they perceive it as cheap. Plaques are much more cost effective if you have them made. You can also make them yourself or have a volunteer make them. In the past I had a guy that had woodworking skills make the board, and a trophy shop engrave the plague to stick on it. The most well received plaques I ever gave out were made from Lexan. They were cut at a Plastic Supply company, then the edges were flamed polished which look like tempered glass edge. We painted the back side and used of vinyl graphics for the event name. We added an engraved plaque for the class/date tag. It did require some effort on my part, but the results were an award that some friends still have on their wall 20 years later. __________________ Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @N2trux.com Articles- "Jake" the 84 to 74 crewcab "Elwood" the77_Remix 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" "Refining Sierra"



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01-11-2010, 08:36 PM	#17
oldblue1968chevy Grandpa in the rustmobile... Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Spokane WA/Viola TN Posts: 11,422	Re: Show Awards and Trophies you guys have better ideas! love the piston rod idea... __________________ John Goose-1968 C10 355,9.32-1CR, Vortec Heads ,262 voodoo, 3.73:1 3OTT (HS ride/beater/farm truck) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=317684 Grams 53-1953 Chevrolet Belair http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post4327784 1969 Chevy C10 Shortbed 4.5/6?" Frame off resto http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=548136 1999 Toyota Tacoma 4x4

01-11-2010, 09:01 PM	#18
gcburdic Restoration Virgin! Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Huntersville, NC Posts: 8,298	Re: Show Awards and Trophies went to the Hendrick Car Show near Lowes Motor Speedway in October 09....I think they gave out used clutch plates (I'm sure they go thru them like a bag of cookies!!!)....pretty cool... __________________ Geoff with a G 1968 Chevy C10 SWB The Mistress 1972 Custom Deluxe C20 Suburban A Suburban Named Isabella 1966 Ford Mustang Mama's High School Graduation Present Last edited by gcburdic; 01-11-2010 at 09:02 PM.

01-11-2010, 09:48 PM	#19
Sammy Registered User Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: Bonne Terre, Mo Posts: 3,005	Re: Show Awards and Trophies Something home/ custom built or just a bit unusual than the normal trophy is probally the best idea. I have two that were unusual that I thought was different but probally not what you were looking for. One is a small trophy with the gas pump and the other was at an event sponsored from A. Bush which is a collector limited edition beer stein. Thought I'd share. Attached Images __________________ '69 Chevy Long Fleet & '71 GMC Short Step & Project "ODD BALL" "You can wash a pig, soak it in most expensive perfume. In the end it is still just a pig." ODD BALL build thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=478629"

01-12-2010, 09:21 AM	#22
Mudder Registered User Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: East Central, MO Posts: 11,336	Re: Show Awards and Trophies I will try get some pics of some of the ones I have gotten today, later when it gets light out. Some of them are pretty cool. I like the plexiglass ones the best.

01-12-2010, 04:38 PM	#23
Mudder Registered User Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: East Central, MO Posts: 11,336	Re: Show Awards and Trophies Ok. The most of them are done with computers and covered with a plexiglass. I think they look good and would be really reasonable to make. I also like the one from like Super Chevy that is rather generic. Instead of 1st 2nd and third theirs just say Ouststanding. Attached Images

01-12-2010, 04:40 PM	#24
Mudder Registered User Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: East Central, MO Posts: 11,336	Re: Show Awards and Trophies The first and second up there are a really thick plastic. Maybe an inch thick. I think they are pretty cool. Attached Images

01-12-2010, 04:42 PM	#25
Mudder Registered User Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: East Central, MO Posts: 11,336	Re: Show Awards and Trophies Once more I think. Attached Images

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