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Title: 2020 E-body calendar
Post by: Swamp Donkey on October 02, 2019, 05:34:20 PM
    I was wondering if we were going to have a 2020 calendar?  I absolutely loved my 2018 calendar and is still the only calendar hanging up in my shop. 

    While going through all the work of a calendar, printing it off, shipping it etc is totally out of my wheelhouse, I am willing to step up and do it. 

    I would think I would need some permission from  @Cuda Cody (https://forum.e-bodies.org/mlist/cuda-cody_1) Not looking to make any money or profit at all.  Anyways just throwing out a few ideas.  Unless of course someone else wants to step up and do it.

   Don't forget, the 1970 year might get a little preferential treatment because of the 50 year anniversary.   
Title: Re: 2020 E-body calendar
Post by: 7E-Bodies on October 02, 2019, 06:11:11 PM
I'd be interested as well... :yes:
Title: Re: 2020 E-body calendar
Post by: ClarkWGrizwald on October 02, 2019, 06:20:28 PM
Im in

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Title: Re: 2020 E-body calendar
Post by: Chryco Psycho on October 02, 2019, 06:41:18 PM
Happy to pay for one also  :twothumbsup:
Title: Re: 2020 E-body calendar
Post by: Cuda Cody on October 02, 2019, 07:00:30 PM
I really loved the way the 2018 calendars turned out.  The issue for 2019 and what will also most likely be the issue for 2020 is time it takes to do it and the cost.  We have a small budget to work with each year and we thought it would be best to focus our resources toward having a party / event at the 2020 Carlisle show.  If we re-direct those funds towards a calendar (which we can do if that's what everyone wants), we still need to find someone to make them and take the time to ship each calendar.  It's a lot to take on so anyone that is going to do it has to know up front that it's not just a couple hours of work.  It takes days to put something like this together and track all the orders.
Title: Re: 2020 E-body calendar
Post by: Chryco Psycho on October 02, 2019, 07:02:08 PM
I would just be happy to pay for a calendar & save the cost to the site , I will buy a calendar from somewhere anyway  :alan2cents:
Title: Re: 2020 E-body calendar
Post by: 1 Wild R/T on October 02, 2019, 07:12:58 PM
Quote from: Chryco Psycho on October 02, 2019, 07:02:08 PM
I would just be happy to pay for a calendar & save the cost to the site , I will buy a calendar from somewhere anyway  :alan2cents:

I agree!  We can pay for Calenders... Spend the money at Carlisle.... Or piss the East coast guys off & spend it at Spring Fling!!! :haha:
Title: Re: 2020 E-body calendar
Post by: blown motor on October 02, 2019, 07:14:59 PM
I messaged @Swamp Donkey (https://forum.e-bodies.org/mlist/swamp-donkey_961) and suggested that if someone looked after the layout and sent it electronically to get printed somewhere near me that I could look after the shipping. I assume that this is doable in today's electronic age. I'm in NY state a couple times a month so I could ship from both sides of the border.
Personally, I think that directing club funds for a Carlisle party will only benefit 30-50 members. Using them for a calendar would give benefit to any member that wishes to get one.  :alan2cents:
Title: Re: 2020 E-body calendar
Post by: cuda hunter on October 02, 2019, 07:20:30 PM
Aside from the time of shipping and tracking car pictures and deciding which pictures to put in it what is the dollar value of getting the calendars printed? Approximate of course. 
Title: Re: 2020 E-body calendar
Post by: CudaMoparRay on October 02, 2019, 07:59:34 PM
I too would be willing to pay for a calendar no problem  :takemymoney:

I believe they could be mailed under media USPS cheapest shipping Don't know for sure but worth investigating
Title: Re: 2020 E-body calendar
Post by: 71-440 on October 02, 2019, 09:01:41 PM
I be willing to pay for one also.
I know it's a lot of work and costs a bit of money to do a calendar.

If there's anything I can help with also I'm in. A group effort would be nice.  :grouphug:

Title: Re: 2020 E-body calendar
Post by: Swamp Donkey on October 02, 2019, 10:17:39 PM
  I'm going to let this thread marinate for a few days, and see what shakes out. Can't wait to long, I guess if the calendars are to start shipping around the middle of November.

  As I start doing some research on calendars, the prices are all over the place.  Depending on size, type of paper, matte or gloss, the price changes dramatically.  Anywhere from $5 to over $20 per.  That is of course in my funny loonie money up here in Canada.

   I also know that I should not have any input on photo selection. I lean way to far to the modified pro touring e-bodies
Title: Re: 2020 E-body calendar
Post by: Hemi1632 on October 03, 2019, 03:08:32 AM
I am in, I would be willing to buy at least 2.
Title: Re: 2020 E-body calendar
Post by: ec_co on October 03, 2019, 03:50:50 AM
I'm in. love my 2018, sad we didn't do a 2019, would love a 2020 on the 50th anniversary!   :alan2cents:
Title: Re: 2020 E-body calendar
Post by: anlauto on October 03, 2019, 04:58:43 AM
I like the idea of 1970 only E Bodies for the 50th anniversary ....you could do everything from project cars to show poodles  :alan2cents:
Title: Re: 2020 E-body calendar
Post by: 1ownr on October 03, 2019, 04:59:59 AM
Having some experience with the calendars in the past with cuda-challenger, it takes a lot of work to get to the finished product. First you will need to set up entires and a poll and someone to head that part. Next comes the layout and printing and then the shipping. So if you are looking to have these shipped in November, you will need to start gathering images now with a deadline.

judy
Title: Re: 2020 E-body calendar
Post by: MoparDave on October 03, 2019, 05:39:10 AM
@Cuda Cody (https://forum.e-bodies.org/mlist/cuda-cody_1) really could do both as in calendars and Carlisle.

just charge for the calendars. Get an idea on the want and make a run of 50 or 100. and charge accordingly. I could easily add that to my webstore. Once the cost is known and avg usps is added for USA shipping then the logistics is done. Just need someone to take on the task or making them and having them shipped here. just a thought.
Title: Re: 2020 E-body calendar
Post by: torredcuda on October 03, 2019, 05:45:29 AM
Always love the cuda-challenger/E-bodies calendars and in to buy at least one maybe two.
Title: Re: 2020 E-body calendar
Post by: js27 on October 03, 2019, 06:13:30 AM
I am in-even though I sold my car.
JS27
Title: Re: 2020 E-body calendar
Post by: 340challconvert on October 03, 2019, 06:20:19 AM
 I would definitely buy one!
It would be cool to have a special theme for 2020; possibly the 50th anniversary edition of our e-bodies?
Anyway, a good year for a Challenger Cuda calendar.  :perfect10:
Title: Re: 2020 E-body calendar
Post by: erik70rt on October 03, 2019, 06:44:27 AM
I'm in, too.  I would definitely pay for them.  The 2018 calendar was awesome.   :takemymoney: :takemymoney: :takemymoney: :cheers: :drinkingbud:
Title: Re: 2020 E-body calendar
Post by: Cuda Cody on October 03, 2019, 07:12:31 AM
Sounds like we just need someone to champion this idea with taking control of gathering photos and getting quotes.
Title: Re: 2020 E-body calendar
Post by: Spikedog08 on October 03, 2019, 07:45:37 AM
I don’t have any issues gathering the photos and setting up the poll . . Just need some advice on requirements as too how large the photos need to be for production . .

I will then send the photos to who ever will take over from there .  . .
Title: Re: 2020 E-body calendar
Post by: blown motor on October 03, 2019, 07:47:24 AM
@Cuda Cody (https://forum.e-bodies.org/mlist/cuda-cody_1)  Is it possible for someone to do the assembly and then send it to the print shop electronically? If so I will get a couple printing quotes here today. Do you have any idea how many we would need?
Title: Re: 2020 E-body calendar
Post by: Swamp Donkey on October 03, 2019, 11:44:23 AM
   This E-Bodies website is awesome!  Looks like a pretty good plan is forming with all you guys offering to step up and help make this calendar happen. 
Title: Re: 2020 E-body calendar
Post by: dodj on October 03, 2019, 02:16:03 PM
I think the tough part is finding someone with the software, skill, and available time to do the layout to send to the printer?  :dunno:
Title: Re: 2020 E-body calendar
Post by: Tantster on October 03, 2019, 06:13:47 PM
Mark me down for one  :twothumbsup:

Title: Re: 2020 E-body calendar
Post by: Brads70 on October 03, 2019, 06:23:20 PM
I think selling them is not an issue.They have always been popular!  I'd assume it's a lot of work to do , especially in a short period of time is more the issue?
Title: Re: 2020 E-body calendar
Post by: Cuda Cody on October 03, 2019, 10:11:34 PM
The interest is there, it's the leg work that is needed.  Shoot, I'll buy a couple if someone does the leg work to make it happen.   :banana:  The time needed to collect good photos, get bids and ship them out is the hard part.
Title: Re: 2020 E-body calendar
Post by: 1 Wild R/T on October 03, 2019, 10:46:20 PM
Well someone needs to start a thread to collect photos... I almost just did & was gonna post a link here but then I realized I have no idea how big a file would be needed or any other technical stuff... I'm good at car questions not Calendar questions so I'm stepping aside.... But step one is someone who knows what is needed stepping up and collecting photos... So by 0800 Tomorrow we need a Calendar photo thread.... Anybody?  Bueller?   :rofl:
Title: Re: 2020 E-body calendar
Post by: kape1 on October 04, 2019, 01:13:30 AM
Please make it happen, I don't want to use the 2018 calendar for a third year  :)
Title: Re: 2020 E-body calendar
Post by: Hemi1632 on October 04, 2019, 02:31:34 AM
So is this calendar going to be dedicated to 1970 because it is the 50th anniversary? 6 1970 Challengers and 6 1970 Barracudas?

If so then 2021 could be dedicated to 1971, 2022 to 1972.......
Title: Re: 2020 E-body calendar
Post by: 1ownr on October 04, 2019, 04:13:51 AM
I worked with Dave (ChallengerHK) on calendars and he organized a detailed post about the best specs for submitting photos for the calendar. The selection of the photos will take a good chunk of time before getting to the layout.
If needed, I can do the layout and supply a digital file. Most calendars ordered online drop the photo in a template and do not allow for much specialization. 

judy
Title: Re: 2020 E-body calendar
Post by: anlauto on October 04, 2019, 05:18:24 AM
I wonder if picture selection would be quicker if we asked for specific category entries ?

(1) 1970 AAR Cuda
(1) 1970 Rat box but complete Cuda Project car
(1) 1970 Modified resto-mod type Cuda
(1) 1970 Convertible Cuda
(1) 1970 Basic flat hood /6 type Barracuda
(1) 1970 Fully optioned show poodle Hemi Cuda
(1) 1970 T/A Challenger
(1) 1970 Rat box but complete Challenger Project car
(1) 1970 Modified resto-mod type Challenger
(1) 1970 Convertible Challenger
(1) 1970 Basic flat hood /6 type Challenger
(1) 1970 Fully optioned show poodle Challenger R/T


Just an idea....I can think of plenty of members cars to fill certain pages, and many that cross over two or more....however I think it could speed things up maybe ????
Title: Re: 2020 E-body calendar
Post by: cuda hunter on October 04, 2019, 07:57:02 AM
That's a good list. I like it. 

Title: Re: 2020 E-body calendar
Post by: Spikedog08 on October 04, 2019, 09:37:08 AM
I don't think a 1970 calendar is going to work, I think the last calendar we did  . .  didn't have that many submissions.  To make is a 70 only will limit the number of pictures to choose from. 

But i'm open to whatever . . .  :drunk:
Title: Re: 2020 E-body calendar
Post by: anlauto on October 04, 2019, 09:50:08 AM
Well I can think of member's cars for almost all of those categories ...so even if you get one submission and it's a good quality picture...you won't have too worry about taking a poll or hurting people's feelings...etc...
Title: Re: 2020 E-body calendar
Post by: YellowThumper on October 04, 2019, 11:18:27 AM
I would also be in to purchase probably 2.
Only input I can help with is about file transfers.
I regularly send huuuge cad files thru wetranfer(dot)com.
This bypasses the normal provider limitations.
Under several gig you can send as only a guest without signing in to anything.
Upload and an email goes out with the link to download it.

Mike.
Title: Re: 2020 E-body calendar
Post by: captcolour on October 05, 2019, 07:18:04 AM
When Judy and Dave handled this over on c-c I used to buy a dozen or more for gifts.  My main contact at Ford up in Dearborn would hang it in his office!  So would my contacts at FCA.  Was cool to see.
Title: Re: 2020 E-body calendar
Post by: ClarkWGrizwald on October 05, 2019, 08:57:18 AM
i would take 4 or 5 calendars. Gifts, office , home, garage etc

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Title: Re: 2020 E-body calendar
Post by: 1 Wild R/T on October 05, 2019, 09:09:28 AM
I want four...
Title: Re: 2020 E-body calendar
Post by: mopar thunder on October 05, 2019, 11:43:39 AM
I'm in also. Great idea and would love to have a few.
Title: Re: 2020 E-body calendar
Post by: Ricomondo on October 05, 2019, 01:05:09 PM
I'd be in for one, possibly two!
Title: Re: 2020 E-body calendar
Post by: JS29 on October 05, 2019, 01:16:02 PM
I an in for two or so!
Title: Re: 2020 E-body calendar
Post by: Timbbuc2 on October 05, 2019, 05:32:48 PM
I will take two, @anlauto (https://forum.e-bodies.org/mlist/anlauto_19)  that is a good idea to have a selection on models
Title: Re: 2020 E-body calendar
Post by: dodj on October 05, 2019, 06:13:57 PM
Personally not a fan of the '70 only concept, but I would still buy a couple calendars
Title: Re: 2020 E-body calendar
Post by: anlauto on October 05, 2019, 06:41:20 PM
Yup...strong feeling I'm out-voted... :crying: :haha: :haha: :haha: :haha:   it was just a thought...
Title: Re: 2020 E-body calendar
Post by: blown motor on October 06, 2019, 09:07:37 AM
So far there's over 30 calendars spoke for! Plus maybe a dozen for captcolour.
Title: Re: 2020 E-body calendar
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Title: Re: 2020 E-body calendar
Post by: djw383 on October 06, 2020, 10:12:16 PM
2021 Calendar?
Title: Re: 2020 E-body calendar
Post by: JS29 on October 07, 2020, 06:17:14 AM
Quote from: djw383 on October 06, 2020, 10:12:16 PM
2021 Calendar?
:yes:   :popcorn:
Title: Re: 2020 E-body calendar
Post by: CudaMoparRay on October 08, 2020, 07:58:17 PM
Add another for the 2021 calendar  :takemymoney:
Title: Re: 2020 E-body calendar
Post by: YellowThumper on October 08, 2020, 10:09:52 PM
Yup.