gelcoat resto?

taotao61

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hey all.
I could use some help on what products to use to restore the original shine on my 88 larson 175 hull

Any suggestions?

thanx in adv!
 

flat lin

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Re: gelcoat resto?

google "new glass 2" i got it a few years ago for a hydra sport i had. It takes a few coats but it works and cheap.
 

Woodonglass

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Re: gelcoat resto?

Welcome to iBoats!

Ok, Here's what another iBoater says he did....


Went to an automotive paint supply:
3M -Foam polishing pads w/Velcro backing + mounting pad
3M Super Duty rubbing compound 1 Qt.
3M Finesse It Polishing compound 1 Qt.
order online Collinite Marine wax (ebay)
1 - variable speed grinder/polisher - Heavy Duty - Harbor Freight has em for $40.00
Wash boat real good using a solution of simply green + dish soap..rinse well...dry.
In a shady area apply compound to a 4x4 area with buffer..not too much pressure,let the machine do the work..slow speed. work around boat till all hull & topside are done.
Switch pads OFTEN or thoroughly clean existing,buff off all compound,again, let the machine do the work,work left to right up & down until you archive a good shine...black is a bit#h so stay off it until everything else is done....Ok so now its shiny and covered with compound dust..wash boat again, Repeat above steps with the Finesse It.....wash again....run a clean rag over entire boat making sure ALL compound & polish has been removed...If so then wax with 2 coats of Collinite...and i promise it will look brand new. You will hear alot about these Modern Marvels and Magic elixirs...NOT WORTH IT. The only way to achieve a deep..lasting shine is the above method, ALOT of work ,but worth it.post some before and after pics.
 

Yacht Dr.

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Re: gelcoat resto?

3m imperial rubbing compound and a wool buff pad is all you need.

That Heavy duty compound and finesse will work..but they have improved on there compounds.

YD.
 

Woodonglass

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Re: gelcoat resto?

You will hear alot about these Modern Marvels and Magic elixirs...NOT WORTH IT. The only way to achieve a deep..lasting shine is the above method,

another product to look into ishttp://www.vertglas.com/index.html
I have not tried it yet but will be trying it soon once I get everything else done inside.

Like I said before There are NO Magic Elixirs:cool:
 
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