Chriznat20
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- Joined
- Apr 19, 2005
- RO Number
- 17066
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I have a 1999 Four Winns Vista 258 thats never been bottom painted, always been rack stored... Well err... I mean up until I bought it last January. I quickly realize how fast algae will attach to the bottom and its a PITA to get off!
I boat on Lake St. Clair here in Michigan (FW!) and want to paint the bottom for the upcoming boating season. However I have a few questions:
Do you HAVE to use a barrier coat? (I have boating friends who didnt and after 6 years, dont have any problems but want to make sure!)
How much do you have to sand the hull for "sticking purposes"? Do I need to use an orbital sander with a light abrasive paper?
How many coats should I put on for a first time application?
I plan on using ablative paint. Currently there are no defects in the hull, I inspected it today (no chips, bubbles, or gouges) so that will save me some time. Any advice?
I boat on Lake St. Clair here in Michigan (FW!) and want to paint the bottom for the upcoming boating season. However I have a few questions:
Do you HAVE to use a barrier coat? (I have boating friends who didnt and after 6 years, dont have any problems but want to make sure!)
How much do you have to sand the hull for "sticking purposes"? Do I need to use an orbital sander with a light abrasive paper?
How many coats should I put on for a first time application?
I plan on using ablative paint. Currently there are no defects in the hull, I inspected it today (no chips, bubbles, or gouges) so that will save me some time. Any advice?