4Wheel Drive Fall Catalog
 

Dear Jeep Enthusiasts,

As you know, some things in life happen unexpectedly that are out of
the realm of anyone's control. These events can sometimes cause a
ripple effect that touches a large group of people.

As you may be aware, Steve Irwin, Crocodile Hunter, passed away
tragically on September 4, 2006. Steve's exuberant style and love for
what he did made him stand out as one of the most colorful and
world-recognized conservationists of our time.

Because of his popularity, 4 Wheel Drive Hardware chose to parody a
likeness of Steve as our spokesperson for finding "Jeeps in the
Wild" on the cover of our recent Fall Jeep® Catalog.

Unfortunately, the catalogs that portrayed his likeness were mailed on
Friday, September 1st, leaving no time to avoid distribution of our
"Jeep Hunter" cover.

We sincerely hope that the family and fans of Steve Irwin will see this
parody as a tribute to Steve and the millions of people whose lives he
touched.

We'd also like to take this opportunity to extend to Steve's wife,
Terri and their two children, Bindi Sue and Robert our deepest
sympathies during this very difficult time.

Sincerely,

Henk van Dongen
VP of Marketing
4 Wheel Drive Hardware

Re: 4Wheel Drive Fall Catalog
 

vanDongenHenk wrote:
> Dear Jeep Enthusiasts,

> Unfortunately, the catalogs that portrayed his likeness were mailed on
> Friday, September 1st, leaving no time to avoid distribution of our
> "Jeep Hunter" cover.

"stuff happens"
An oops like that sure isn't going to change my mind about your
magazine or buying from your stores.

I'm sure there will be folks that get bent, but what can you do
apart from donning asbestos underwear and putting the phones on
hold.

My only suggestion is in the next catalog you print a simple
explanation on the first page.


--
-- DougW -- 93 ZJ 4.0 http://revbeergoggles.com
HESCO Supercharger - 300W IASCA Stereo - Edelbrock IAS Shocks
Gibson Exhaust - rear DCpower - custom gauge install - Stillen Rotors
Banks Header - and BEER, in the fridge!

Re: 4Wheel Drive Fall Catalog
 

vanDongenHenk wrote:
> Dear Jeep Enthusiasts,

> Unfortunately, the catalogs that portrayed his likeness were mailed on
> Friday, September 1st, leaving no time to avoid distribution of our
> "Jeep Hunter" cover.

"stuff happens"
An oops like that sure isn't going to change my mind about your
magazine or buying from your stores.

I'm sure there will be folks that get bent, but what can you do
apart from donning asbestos underwear and putting the phones on
hold.

My only suggestion is in the next catalog you print a simple
explanation on the first page.


--
-- DougW -- 93 ZJ 4.0 http://revbeergoggles.com
HESCO Supercharger - 300W IASCA Stereo - Edelbrock IAS Shocks
Gibson Exhaust - rear DCpower - custom gauge install - Stillen Rotors
Banks Header - and BEER, in the fridge!

Re: 4Wheel Drive Fall Catalog
 

vanDongenHenk wrote:
> Dear Jeep Enthusiasts,

> Unfortunately, the catalogs that portrayed his likeness were mailed on
> Friday, September 1st, leaving no time to avoid distribution of our
> "Jeep Hunter" cover.

"stuff happens"
An oops like that sure isn't going to change my mind about your
magazine or buying from your stores.

I'm sure there will be folks that get bent, but what can you do
apart from donning asbestos underwear and putting the phones on
hold.

My only suggestion is in the next catalog you print a simple
explanation on the first page.


--
-- DougW -- 93 ZJ 4.0 http://revbeergoggles.com
HESCO Supercharger - 300W IASCA Stereo - Edelbrock IAS Shocks
Gibson Exhaust - rear DCpower - custom gauge install - Stillen Rotors
Banks Header - and BEER, in the fridge!

Re: 4Wheel Drive Fall Catalog
 

Doug,

Thanks for your feed back and the suggestion about putting something in
the next catalog. It's an option we are considering here as well.

Henk

DougW wrote:
> vanDongenHenk wrote:
> > Dear Jeep Enthusiasts,
>
> > Unfortunately, the catalogs that portrayed his likeness were mailed on
> > Friday, September 1st, leaving no time to avoid distribution of our
> > "Jeep Hunter" cover.
>
> "stuff happens"
> An oops like that sure isn't going to change my mind about your
> magazine or buying from your stores.
>
> I'm sure there will be folks that get bent, but what can you do
> apart from donning asbestos underwear and putting the phones on
> hold.
>
> My only suggestion is in the next catalog you print a simple
> explanation on the first page.
>
>
> --
> -- DougW -- 93 ZJ 4.0 http://revbeergoggles.com
> HESCO Supercharger - 300W IASCA Stereo - Edelbrock IAS Shocks
> Gibson Exhaust - rear DCpower - custom gauge install - Stillen Rotors
> Banks Header - and BEER, in the fridge!

Re: 4Wheel Drive Fall Catalog
 

Doug,

Thanks for your feed back and the suggestion about putting something in
the next catalog. It's an option we are considering here as well.

Henk

DougW wrote:
> vanDongenHenk wrote:
> > Dear Jeep Enthusiasts,
>
> > Unfortunately, the catalogs that portrayed his likeness were mailed on
> > Friday, September 1st, leaving no time to avoid distribution of our
> > "Jeep Hunter" cover.
>
> "stuff happens"
> An oops like that sure isn't going to change my mind about your
> magazine or buying from your stores.
>
> I'm sure there will be folks that get bent, but what can you do
> apart from donning asbestos underwear and putting the phones on
> hold.
>
> My only suggestion is in the next catalog you print a simple
> explanation on the first page.
>
>
> --
> -- DougW -- 93 ZJ 4.0 http://revbeergoggles.com
> HESCO Supercharger - 300W IASCA Stereo - Edelbrock IAS Shocks
> Gibson Exhaust - rear DCpower - custom gauge install - Stillen Rotors
> Banks Header - and BEER, in the fridge!

Re: 4Wheel Drive Fall Catalog
 

Doug,

Thanks for your feed back and the suggestion about putting something in
the next catalog. It's an option we are considering here as well.

Henk

DougW wrote:
> vanDongenHenk wrote:
> > Dear Jeep Enthusiasts,
>
> > Unfortunately, the catalogs that portrayed his likeness were mailed on
> > Friday, September 1st, leaving no time to avoid distribution of our
> > "Jeep Hunter" cover.
>
> "stuff happens"
> An oops like that sure isn't going to change my mind about your
> magazine or buying from your stores.
>
> I'm sure there will be folks that get bent, but what can you do
> apart from donning asbestos underwear and putting the phones on
> hold.
>
> My only suggestion is in the next catalog you print a simple
> explanation on the first page.
>
>
> --
> -- DougW -- 93 ZJ 4.0 http://revbeergoggles.com
> HESCO Supercharger - 300W IASCA Stereo - Edelbrock IAS Shocks
> Gibson Exhaust - rear DCpower - custom gauge install - Stillen Rotors
> Banks Header - and BEER, in the fridge!

Re: 4Wheel Drive Fall Catalog
 

This group normally comes down pretty hard on commercial postings but in
this case, I'll vote for a quiet "thanks for letting us know"

vanDongenHenk@gmail.com wrote:
> Dear Jeep Enthusiasts,
>
> As you know, some things in life happen unexpectedly that are out of
> the realm of anyone's control. These events can sometimes cause a
> ripple effect that touches a large group of people.
>
> As you may be aware, Steve Irwin, Crocodile Hunter, passed away
> tragically on September 4, 2006. Steve's exuberant style and love for
> what he did made him stand out as one of the most colorful and
> world-recognized conservationists of our time.
>
> Because of his popularity, 4 Wheel Drive Hardware chose to parody a
> likeness of Steve as our spokesperson for finding "Jeeps in the
> Wild" on the cover of our recent Fall Jeep® Catalog.
>
> Unfortunately, the catalogs that portrayed his likeness were mailed on
> Friday, September 1st, leaving no time to avoid distribution of our
> "Jeep Hunter" cover.
>
> We sincerely hope that the family and fans of Steve Irwin will see this
> parody as a tribute to Steve and the millions of people whose lives he
> touched.
>
> We'd also like to take this opportunity to extend to Steve's wife,
> Terri and their two children, Bindi Sue and Robert our deepest
> sympathies during this very difficult time.
>
> Sincerely,
>
> Henk van Dongen
> VP of Marketing
> 4 Wheel Drive Hardware
>

Re: 4Wheel Drive Fall Catalog
 

This group normally comes down pretty hard on commercial postings but in
this case, I'll vote for a quiet "thanks for letting us know"

vanDongenHenk@gmail.com wrote:
> Dear Jeep Enthusiasts,
>
> As you know, some things in life happen unexpectedly that are out of
> the realm of anyone's control. These events can sometimes cause a
> ripple effect that touches a large group of people.
>
> As you may be aware, Steve Irwin, Crocodile Hunter, passed away
> tragically on September 4, 2006. Steve's exuberant style and love for
> what he did made him stand out as one of the most colorful and
> world-recognized conservationists of our time.
>
> Because of his popularity, 4 Wheel Drive Hardware chose to parody a
> likeness of Steve as our spokesperson for finding "Jeeps in the
> Wild" on the cover of our recent Fall Jeep® Catalog.
>
> Unfortunately, the catalogs that portrayed his likeness were mailed on
> Friday, September 1st, leaving no time to avoid distribution of our
> "Jeep Hunter" cover.
>
> We sincerely hope that the family and fans of Steve Irwin will see this
> parody as a tribute to Steve and the millions of people whose lives he
> touched.
>
> We'd also like to take this opportunity to extend to Steve's wife,
> Terri and their two children, Bindi Sue and Robert our deepest
> sympathies during this very difficult time.
>
> Sincerely,
>
> Henk van Dongen
> VP of Marketing
> 4 Wheel Drive Hardware
>

Re: 4Wheel Drive Fall Catalog
 

This group normally comes down pretty hard on commercial postings but in
this case, I'll vote for a quiet "thanks for letting us know"

vanDongenHenk@gmail.com wrote:
> Dear Jeep Enthusiasts,
>
> As you know, some things in life happen unexpectedly that are out of
> the realm of anyone's control. These events can sometimes cause a
> ripple effect that touches a large group of people.
>
> As you may be aware, Steve Irwin, Crocodile Hunter, passed away
> tragically on September 4, 2006. Steve's exuberant style and love for
> what he did made him stand out as one of the most colorful and
> world-recognized conservationists of our time.
>
> Because of his popularity, 4 Wheel Drive Hardware chose to parody a
> likeness of Steve as our spokesperson for finding "Jeeps in the
> Wild" on the cover of our recent Fall Jeep® Catalog.
>
> Unfortunately, the catalogs that portrayed his likeness were mailed on
> Friday, September 1st, leaving no time to avoid distribution of our
> "Jeep Hunter" cover.
>
> We sincerely hope that the family and fans of Steve Irwin will see this
> parody as a tribute to Steve and the millions of people whose lives he
> touched.
>
> We'd also like to take this opportunity to extend to Steve's wife,
> Terri and their two children, Bindi Sue and Robert our deepest
> sympathies during this very difficult time.
>
> Sincerely,
>
> Henk van Dongen
> VP of Marketing
> 4 Wheel Drive Hardware
>