Kelly O

Seems this whole debate began with the perception of a young,cocky kid not willing to listen or reach out for advice from those with actual real-life experience. I interpret the "how rude" comment sarcastically, as it appears he has learned to take advice from experts when needed. I can not imagine a single established paint professional who would be so insecure in their life's position as to not provide some direction to a young guy that shares their same passion.

Matt's next article may take a look into OSO's history in handling young members who show enthusiasm and desire to be part of the powerboat industry. Past threads involving individuals who have ultimately risen to the top of the industry would indicate a very poor record of attempting to retain the interest of kids that possess desire, but lack maturity and/or experience.

Interceptor

He could be using a high number of used parts bought via the boating forums, EBAY, Powerboat Swap and local contacts.

buck35

As a twenty one year old, how much could he misrepresent himself?
I'm not sure of the back story on Phil,but there's certainly a lot of emotion. He's young and trying to make something of himself and that's a good thing.

Jupiter Sunsation

and I can't believe he has read this thread without responding to his critics.......honestly that impresses me a ton! Personally I know I don't have the restraint!

Speedracer29

Yeah, this looks like a good spot....


Singular, plural, hyphenated, .net, .com, .biz, etc, but the ones with the Nigerian suffixes would still be available....


I wouldn't do something like this, I'm not a pr!ck. I am, however, an instigator and facilitator of harsh lessons.

mmb

Everyone should have read the add for the Cafe when it was for sale.. Completely restored Cafe Racer. Completely Rerigged, New Engines with warranty etc. etc.

Fact is they painted the boat and engines, put water pumps and a couple hoses on and tried to pass it off as rebuilt. There was a ton more border line criminal claims in the add but that sums it up pretty good.

If he would have come into this forum as a new young painter showcasing his work I would have done nothing but applaud him....

1989mach1

Keep your trap closed and let your work do the talking. Take all the help you can get and learn from it, no one starts at the top you have to earn your place there. And most of all be honest and as a young kid just starting off you will go far. Thats just my opinion carry on. ...

stimleck

Does he have a legitimate business?
Does he have Insurance?
Is he following EPA guidelines?
Is he qualified to do the work?
Does he misrepresent the work that he does?
Does he pay taxes?
Does this article lend credibility where it is not deserved?

All questions that boaters may or may not give a crap about but the OSO community is smart enough to make their own decisions and considering we all have boats to get ready for the summer aren't we too busy to waste time on this thread?

1989mach1

My boat is an hour away and can olny work on it on the weekends so u have all the time in the world. ..lol

phragle

iTrader: (3)

Is it even possible to have a glass and paint shop and follow every epa and osha rule??