Flynny
Petty Officer 3rd Class
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- Jul 22, 2011
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I have three unsightly screw holes around my 740s that need to be fixed. If possible, I would love to match them with gelcoat to the rest of the console. I know this will be difficult, but anything is better than what's there. I've been reading a bit in this section and I watched some videos about similar topics on Youtube. Here is my plan, please let me know if I'm going about this the right way, or you have any extra advice!
1. Remove 740
2. Fill holes from the back with white Marine-Tex. Let dry.
3. Widen holes slightly with small dremel bit. How wide should I make them??
4. Clean area with acetone.
5. Fill in holes with gelcoat patch* to a level slightly above the rest of the area. How much gelcoat will I need? What is the best way to apply?
6. Wet sand to 600 grit. Starting with 200?
7. Finish area with rubbing compound, polish, and wax.
8. Re-install 740.
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*The console is very white, but is probably faded a bit from pure white. West Marine sells Resin coloring agents made by Evercoat that says they can dye gelcoat. Would I try a tiny amount of yellow and white to try and match it? Will the gelcoat dry the same color as I mix it?
1. Remove 740
2. Fill holes from the back with white Marine-Tex. Let dry.
3. Widen holes slightly with small dremel bit. How wide should I make them??
4. Clean area with acetone.
5. Fill in holes with gelcoat patch* to a level slightly above the rest of the area. How much gelcoat will I need? What is the best way to apply?
6. Wet sand to 600 grit. Starting with 200?
7. Finish area with rubbing compound, polish, and wax.
8. Re-install 740.
(Click for larger image)
*The console is very white, but is probably faded a bit from pure white. West Marine sells Resin coloring agents made by Evercoat that says they can dye gelcoat. Would I try a tiny amount of yellow and white to try and match it? Will the gelcoat dry the same color as I mix it?
