AudiOn19s Posted June 17, 2014 Report Share Posted June 17, 2014 It is with mixed emotions that I am announcing that I will no longer be detailing. This has gradually been coming over the last few years with the advancement of my primary career coupled with numerous shoulder and back injuries. This past winter I suffered a shoulder injury that put it all into perspective and as I still continue to recover it's become very obvious I need to put detailing aside. I want to thank each and every one of you who has supported my business over the years. Columbus Racing has by far been the biggest source of new business for me and I've forged some really great relationships along the way that will surely continue for years to come. I'm currently evaluating exactly what to do with the business. Let it die, hire and train individuals to do the work for me, change up the business model completely...I'm not certain what direction it will go at the moment. One thing that is for certain is I will absolutely still be here to answer any questions in any way possible to help others out. Thank you CR. Sincerely, Andy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ForeverMaker Posted June 17, 2014 Report Share Posted June 17, 2014 Damn, sad to hear this man. Hope you get a chance to fully mend! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cordell Posted June 17, 2014 Report Share Posted June 17, 2014 I would be interested in talking to you about some training/work if you seriously consider going that route. I've always wanted to be better at detailing, and most certainly could use something as a side project that doesn't involve actually repairing cars, I don't want to repair cars after I spend every day doing that. Hope your body heals up and feels better. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smokey Posted June 17, 2014 Report Share Posted June 17, 2014 crazy stuff right here! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Jones Posted June 17, 2014 Report Share Posted June 17, 2014 Sounds like you made the right decision for your health, both mental and physical. Good luck man. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rustlestiltskin Posted June 17, 2014 Report Share Posted June 17, 2014 Sounds like you made the right decision for your health, both mental and physical. Good luck man. I 2nd this. Good luck Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TurboRust Posted June 17, 2014 Report Share Posted June 17, 2014 Quality of life >dollars n cents... trust me... thanks for all the swirls removed throughout the years Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buteo Posted June 17, 2014 Report Share Posted June 17, 2014 Sad to see! I still remember you detailing my old wrx to a like new shine. One of the best for sure. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bmwohio Posted June 17, 2014 Report Share Posted June 17, 2014 Keep doing what makes you happy, bud. Thanks for being a mentor and helping me with LOTS of questions when I first started detailing. ...go spend some more time with that pretty wife of yours Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stretch Posted June 17, 2014 Report Share Posted June 17, 2014 Sorry to hear that but props to you on making the best decision. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
POS VETT Posted June 17, 2014 Report Share Posted June 17, 2014 Health is priceless. Speedy recovery, Andy! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TurboNova Posted June 17, 2014 Report Share Posted June 17, 2014 Shittiest News Ive heard all week. However quality of life is far better. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patterson Posted June 18, 2014 Report Share Posted June 18, 2014 Props to Andy. He was a master at rubbing it out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ImUrOBGYN Posted June 18, 2014 Report Share Posted June 18, 2014 Props to Andy. He was a master at rubbing it out. Ha! Well, good luck, Andy. Had plans for the RAV for my gf's bday. Now what will I do? Thanks for thinking of only yourself! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ICEMAN1647545504 Posted June 18, 2014 Report Share Posted June 18, 2014 You wanna go out with a bang? I got a Lexus IS that needs your services ASAP. I came in here to get your contact inforamtion and I saw this thread. Let me know Andy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SloSVTruck Posted June 18, 2014 Report Share Posted June 18, 2014 Damn just seen this also, was really hoping to see your work in person. All good though definitely have to keep your health up and keep enjoying life! On another note.... Still would like to have someone buff/polish/detail my vehicle.... Any recommendations on other people in this same line of work that you feel would be able to do a great job also??? Thanks and good luck with everything! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AudiOn19s Posted June 18, 2014 Author Report Share Posted June 18, 2014 All, Thank you for all of the nice comments. I've had several of you reach out to me about training the last couple of days has me thinking of ways to best put together training programs to teach others how to pick up the skills needed to do with this as you please. I will make an announcement next week on possible opportunities there. There's a general "Autopian" best practices approach to detailing that myself, Ryan (ForeverMaker) and Todd @ Ecoteric all follow. Those two guys will take care of you and your precious toys moving forward. Ryan is obviously a CR member and I'd suggest him first...his price point will also be lower for the same work. Give him a shout you won't regret it. Ryan I'll be expecting referral checks in the mail Andy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SRTurbo04 Posted June 20, 2014 Report Share Posted June 20, 2014 Nooooooo!!!! Goodluck with life buddy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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