Taking out botton paint

Billybob · #1 11-11-2002, 05:28 PM

I hydroblasted my 23'.It had tons of paint on the bottom, and the blasting worked well. I rented the machine, and did it in the driveway.It takes the paint off, but I really don't think anything will allow you to shine up that old gelcoat.I used sand, and it went real quick you could do the whole thing in a day easy.It does impart a flat, eggshell finish to the gelcoat, but I was going to paint anyway and I had some blister repair to do.All in all, it was quick and pretty cheap and easy to do.From what I've heard the soda is even better, a little less agressive and easier cleanup.
Bill

Jon G · #2 11-11-2002, 06:19 PM

I think I will give the Dolphinite a try since its only a 20 footer and there arent' to many layers there. I will strip it sand it and then paint it(color change at the same time.) with some thing other that traditional bottom paint. Boat will be on a trailer so no anti fouling needed.

fisabel · #3 11-11-2002, 09:08 PM

Guys,

This site is incredible !!!!!
I never has so many repplies to a post in any Forum, any place. Thanks guys for you good disposition to help.
I will let you know the result as soon I start to work in the project.

Machetero

Miles Offshore · #4 11-12-2002, 08:48 AM

Very Good info, I heard about damage to the gelcoat also. When using the stripper how big an area do you cover at a time???? Thanx-craig

ScottM · #5 11-12-2002, 02:49 PM

Miles Offshore,
I covered an area about 2 feet wide that ran from the keel outboard to the chine. Do the water line area separate so you can take your time there.

Scott

Jon G · #6 11-13-2002, 07:09 PM

One more question, how much dolphinite do you need to do a 20'?