*sigh*
This is getting to be a broken record, IMO.
Steve, Edwin, and Charlie will never be able to resolve "their" issues, because of the history between them. I wish the whole "rideplate" issue would "disintegrate."
I ordered a hull from Steve at WCF and do not regret my decision. After seeing Steve's two build-off boats, I was impressed with what I saw and I know that Steve will put the effort necessary to insure that my hull is built to my expectations. Additionally, Steve has been at a few rides I have attended and has always been available to discuss his products and jet skiing in general. I met Jeff at World Finals, checked out his REV ski, and was impressed with the quality. I was (and still am) skeptical of his ability to keep up with his business bills, maintain quality, and run a business.
A Waterdawg hull was never really a consideration for me because of his previous lack of deliveries and overall lack of customer service. It appears that he is making an attempt to correct these issues, but only time will tell if he survives in such a risky, volatile marketplace such as custom jetski manufacturing. Steve has always made an effort to answer his phone or call me back promptly when I have called him. Jeff has ignored too many opportunities (or been too busy to address them) and is finally realizing the error of his ways---or so it appears. What happens when he can't produce the product for the $$$ that he thought he could and he has to raise his prices to compensate for his losses?
I don't give a damn if you ride a Watercraft Factory ski, a Waterdawg ski, a Wamilton's ski, an XFT, an EME, or a bone stock beater ski---just be happy that you ride. Life could be worse for many of us...:cool2:
