bottom paint
 

as much as I hate it I must paint my 18 w/bottom paint. what is the recommended way to go with this and what works. The boat will be at the dock most of the summer here in Bluffton. Thanks js.

Re: bottom paint
 

Good ol' Interlux Bottom Kote is what I always use if I'm doin it myself. Foam brushes are the way to go also, no drip and no streaking.

Re: bottom paint
 

Does that paint have a rough texture to it? I have heard it may slow the boat a tad.?

Re: bottom paint
 

Any bottom paint is gonna be rough and slow you down a bit, but I don't believe that Interlux's is any worse than any other you'll come across

Re: bottom paint
 

Thanks for the info guys- do I need to rough sand or prime the bottom before applying bottom kote.
Oh- I think barnacles will slow me down more than a good paint job.

I subscribe to the 'hole in the water theory.'

Re: bottom paint
 

A good rough sanding will do the trick.

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Thanks for the help guys- as you know the amount of 'dealer/boat shop' misinformation is incredible. Most say -impossible DYI and rough/finish sand + 2 primer coats + several finish bottom coats etc etc all equal well over 1000 to1400 bucks. It just can't be that tuff. What about applying the bottom kote with a roller?

Re: bottom paint
 

I just did my 23'....80 grit and 2 coats Micron csc
Looks good holds up nicely here in FL.
Been using it on power boats in Ct. and sailboats here for years.
Bill

Re: bottom paint
 

I've had my 23 priced at 3 locations. All say 80 grit sand, 2 coats of paint of your choice. One place (Rockville Marine) likes Pettit (not sure which), others like Micron csc or extra. Price quotes: $575-$700 all inclusive to $585 plus paint. See the March issue of PowerBoat Reports for their latest bottom paint test results.

Rusty Hodnett