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Originally Posted by strick
So I've never used Awlcraft...how do you like it? does it even compare to the durability of Awlgrip? what would you say the benefits/pros/cons of either are? been tempted to try Awlcraft because I hear you can repair it easier? I know how Awlgrip is really tough and have been happy with it..can it be wet sanded and buffed?
strick
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Ive found that if you look at awlcraft the wrong way you will scratch it lol. You can buff it and whatnot if it didnt come out smooth enough but id rather live with the straight out of the gun finish of awlgrip on the inside of a boat. Hullsides yes use awlcraft for sure.
I find it sprays and lays down a bit "lighter" than awlgrip, and doesnt like to sag as much, even though im thinning the awlcraft 33% and the awlgrip only about 20%. I do think the awlcraft is easier to spray overall, you can really lay it on.
Im not repairing paint nicks thru the life of the boat, im beating it up and repainting in 8 yrs so i like awlgrip better for insides and nonskid.
Ive done a few boats in awlcraft inside and they still arent too beat up years later, but i bet an awlgrip inside would be a good bit less beat up...
Most pro guys i know dont spray much or any awlgrip anymore, its all awlcraft. People still call it an "awlgrip paint job" but its usually awlcraft, cuz they can put an extra coat on and fix any flaws.
I can paint , but im not a painter if yano what i mean!