They used TarJack in 2000 and it was far less than a desirable finish. Colorworks has done the dipping since 2001.

All the 2001-2003's that I own and I have for demo's are in great shape but I have seen a few that had some problems... It's industry wide for the most part.

The 2004 models are being dipped in house now but the risers are being prepped a little different than before. Now they're being powder coated before tha base coat and film dip are being applied.. It should wear like iron...