Crazy Pool Service Truck Decal Brings Mr. T Nostalgia to the Streets

Skylar Hawthorne

Updated Saturday, September 28, 2024 at 12:00 AM CDT

Driving behind a pool service truck can sometimes lead to unexpected moments of amusement, as experienced recently by a Reddit user who shared an image that quickly garnered a lot of attention. The image showcases the rear section of a silver or grey pickup truck, adorned with several decals and stickers that left viewers both entertained and nostalgic.

The most eye-catching feature on the truck is a decal on the tailgate that displays the outline of a man's face with a thick beard and mustache. Accompanying this image, the text humorously reads, "I PRETTY THE POOL." This clever play on words not only elicited laughter but also sparked a wave of nostalgia among commenters, particularly those who recognized the reference to Mr. T, an iconic figure from the 1980s.

One commenter enthusiastically stated, “I would hire them just off that alone,” highlighting the effective and memorable marketing tactic used by this pool service company. Another added, “Thanks for making my day, it takes so little to do that these days,” underscoring the simple yet impactful nature of the decal.

The fun didn't stop there. The truck's metal bumper features a small, colorful rectangular sticker that reads, "Don't Trip," adding another layer of humor and personality to the vehicle. This sticker was noted by a commenter who praised the truck owner as “a man of class.”

Comments ranged from pure amusement to deeper reflections on cultural icons. One user humorously remarked, “That's the whitest looking Mr. T I've ever seen!” while another expressed a tinge of sadness, saying, “I just got sad thinking that a whole generation of kids will never appreciate Mr. T. He was a pop culture icon who I would say was the 80’s personified. Him and Cyndi Lauper.”

The overall consensus was clear: this pool service truck's unique decals not only grabbed attention but also resonated deeply with those familiar with 80s pop culture. As one commenter succinctly put it, “He wins. I would hire them off the pun alone.”

In a world where digital marketing often takes center stage, this pool service truck demonstrates the enduring power of clever, eye-catching visuals and a touch of humor to create memorable and engaging moments.

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Top Comments from Reddit

itisDZ

I would hire them just off that alone

FrankReynoldsToupee

Drink your school, stay in drugs, and don't do milk!

azraelum

Thanks for making my day, it takes so little to do that these days

queen_stallion

🤯I Pretty the Pool

RigobertaMenchu

That's the whitest looking Mr. T I've ever seen!

Cyrano_de_B****rack

I Pretty the Pool ...Don't pee here you fool!

hwilliams0901

this is awesome!

ZagiFlyer

Genius.

Cornmunkey

I just got sad thinking that a whole generation of kids will never appreciate Mr. T. He was a pop culture icon who I would say was the 80’s personified. Him and Cyndi Lauper.

sujamax

I’m don’t think he has time for jibba-jabba

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