ngavdba -- I think he has the tag on the back not out of requirement, but out of a nod to the boats past. I like it. It gives it a "rat rod" look. Very unique and I dig when you've got the original items (in this case the original trailer tag from its original state.)

The good thing about plastidip is that it can be peeled off. I like the black look but also agree that properly maintained teak will last longer. He's not causing any damage with this -- the wood is still underneath and is probably better off now than it was before. Think we can make an argument that he's just saving/protecting the teak?