I am brutal, no doubt about it... but here's the thing... I find this mostly funny but what is especially interesting is that the folks here (on autopia) are generally pretty forgiving and what Tyler hasn't (yet) figured out, is that if he acted with some humility, there is no doubt, everyone would let it slide.
So, now I'll act as his legal advisor - since he hasn't yet figured out what to do.
1. First he needs to call back lambo dude (he's not responding to his calls). He needs to say, "listen, I got in over my head and felt like I didn't have a lot of options so I just kept working. I'll pay for the damage and I apologize".
2. Apologize to Todd (I can't believe I'm writing that because he is my arch enemy

)
3. Explain to the various forums that he misrepresented himself and his detailing knowledge as he felt that was his way to get "in" the business.
4. Admit he has a lot to learn and he made a careless mistake.
My bet is, he does the above, and nobody would bat an eye.