any advice on topside painting prep?

[evinice66]

ive never painted my boat before and i was wondering if anyone had any good tips on preping the surface besides the usual sanding and acetone wash down... its a 26ft fiberglass sail boat... thanks

 

[gcboat]

Re: any advice on topside painting prep?

Here's a little reading for you - hope it helps: http://www.yachtpaint.com/usa/home/default.asp

BTW - I wouldn't use acetone. Whatever thins the paint out that you will be using would be my choice for a washdown liquid.