Custom Skins and Existing Hacks

[cmeinck]

I'm not sure if this is more a question for the person who administered the hacks on my forum as vbSyles. I have a number of hacks on my forums - which were done by someone other than myself. The results have been great, but now I'm looking to get a nice template for my site.

So, I have just a few questions:
1. Any idea what kind of effect the new templates will have on existing hacks
2. Do you offer
a.)Custom revisions of your existing templates - I love the Aria template, but the colors just will not work with my logo
b.) full custom templates
3. How easy is it to install the new template.
4. I place advertising on my site -- any suggestions on where to fit banners within your layouts. Your designs are awesome -- if I use your designs, I'd rather not muck up the design/layout. That being said, the links are my only source of $$.
5.) This is a tough one. I'm currently using Mambo for my main site and it's in the redesign process. When completed, it will have a top navigation and a wide open center. Any way I'd be able wrap my vBulletin forums in the new layout.

I'm sorry for all the questions.

My site is here.

Thanks in advance for any suggestions/feedback and response.

Chris

[missionhockey21]

3. It's super easy to install. The instructions are short and sweet and if followed correctly, take about 5 minutes.

[cmeinck]

I noticed that you were looking to customize you template so that it fits your site. I'm in the same boat. Have you modified your template and if so... how easy was it and do you mind if I check out your site?

Thanks.
Chris

[cmeinck]

I traded emails with the gentleman who did the hacks. He said it wouldn't be that bad to move them over. Now, I'm just trying to figure out how to get my logo to work with the forum colors and what I'd need to customize to make it look good.



I'm guessing my advertising would fit in the same spots as before.:huh:

Next super important question:
How do I get all those awesome smilies I'm seeing over here ----------------------------->