bottom paint

Doghouse4x4 · #1 03-23-2005, 06:17 PM

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.

sjf7918 · #2 03-23-2005, 10:35 PM

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

Doghouse4x4 · #3 03-24-2005, 05:31 PM

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

SnoFoolin · #4 03-25-2005, 11:21 AM

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.'

Doghouse4x4 · #5 03-25-2005, 04:35 PM

A good rough sanding will do the trick.

SnoFoolin · #6 03-26-2005, 10:37 AM

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?

laser · #7 03-27-2005, 11:45 PM

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