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November 21, 2013, 02:49:23 PM
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Bluecrab72

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Cooler weather means time for repairs.
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Well it's that time of year where the boat is going to sit more then I would want it to. I figured I would take advantage of the cooler weather to come and make some repairs and modifications on my 72
22-2. The first things I want to tackle are getting some new paint on and a new rub rail. I currently have a teak rail with a stainless insert.  It's not really my style so, I was thinking of going to a vinyl. Any input on what u guys have found works pretty easy and looks good would be great. now the fun part sanding and painting. I have never painted fiberglass before so all tricks of the trade are welcomed. The boat itself is in good shaped other than the usual scratches and one decent gouge on the keel. I have been leaning towards imron paint because I can get a decent price on it but I'm open to spending more for another brand if the quality is better.

November 21, 2013, 06:15:27 PM
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RickK

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Re: Cooler weather means time for repairs.
« Reply #1 on: November 21, 2013, 06:15:27 PM »
I am going back and forth between spraying Imron (which I already sprayed on my 170 back in '00 - above the waterline) and gelcoating the entire boat.  I'm not sure how long you can leave a boat with Imron paint in the water.  A gelcoat bottom you can leave in the water forever (more or less) but most paints only allow a couple days before the start softening.  Any ideas on that?
Rick
1971 "170" with 115 Johnson (It's usable but not 100% finished)

1992 230 Explorer with 250 Yamaha

November 22, 2013, 04:33:55 PM
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Bluecrab72

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Re: Cooler weather means time for repairs.
« Reply #2 on: November 22, 2013, 04:33:55 PM »
Good question. I trailer my boat most of the time. It may spend a few weeks out of the year in the water, but no more than that. I plan on painting the entire hull. It currently has paint above the water line and bottom paint below.

 


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