Cleaning the hull after haulout

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badcarma58

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Hauled out my boat other day. It doesn't have bottom paint. Powerwashed and scrubbed alot, but still alot of color and grit on hull surface.

Any suggestions on what to use, or what technique gets the hull back to showroom condition?
 
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MolsonCanadian

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Re: Cleaning the hull after haulout

I used On & Off, found at the local marina. Its an acid based bottom wash. I applied it with a rag on the end of my boat brush. Let it sit a few mins and then sprayed off.

Be sure to protect your trailer with plastic or tarps.
 
'78 Crusader

'78 Crusader

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Re: Cleaning the hull after haulout

Easy off works well too....just use it in small areas and rinse off as soon as you can
 
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partskenn

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Re: Cleaning the hull after haulout

Bubba1235 said:
As mentioned, you can clean it with a mild acid wash. For future reference, you will find it is MUCH easier to clean if you take it directly to the car wash and hit it before it gets the chance to dry and harden. Yeah, an hour or two makes a big difference.
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Second that. I always try to hit mine with the power washer within the first hour or two after she comes out. The crud comes off so much easier.
 
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BRICH1260

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Re: Cleaning the hull after haulout

Walmart carries a good Hull cleaning product. Just wipe it on and hose it off. About $8 per bottle.
 
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Outsider

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Re: Cleaning the hull after haulout

Muratic acid from a big box store. It is acid, and will ruin your day if it gets into your eyes or you get your nose too close ... :eek:
 
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