Re: Gel Coat and Bottom Paint

From: SolarFry@aol.com
Date: Mon Feb 28 2000 - 14:52:04 PST


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In a message dated 2/28/00 1:00:43 PM Pacific Standard Time,
Karl.A.Rohrer@parsons.com writes:

<< Now for a few questions:
      
1. Can bottom paint be used to repair (and revive) an older boat with
aging (read cracking) gel coat? >>

NEVER!

<< Or is its only purpose as a growth inhibitor?>>

ONLY!

<< 2. Once you've gone the painted route, are you committed to maintaining a
boat with a painted bottom? >>

Depends on how you apply. If you use a sandless primer and do not sand bottom
prior to applying bottom paint you can use a paint stripper to remove the
black stuff.
Then Wax and buff to like new apperance.

BEst
SF



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