Clean it up

[gbb]

Trying to clean the hull on my 72 whaler, before I paint the bottom. Yesterday tried some rubbing compound, it did ok, but looking to do a better job. What's the best way to get this looking its best for a a 38 year old boat? Could I maybe wet sand?

Thanks

 

[Bob_VT]

Re: Clean it up

Wet sanding it should return the gelcoat back to life.

 

[JB]

Re: Clean it up

I used 800 grit (wet) to clean up oxidized gelcoat on my Whalers. Followed up with rubbing compound.

 

[gbb]

Re: Clean it up

Thanks guys, picked up some wet paper on the way home, will try it tomorrow after work.

thanks again, I can depend on this forum and the great group of people here.

 

[AZBoatDreamer]

Re: Clean it up

Sorry for the thread Hijack.

What exactly is Wet Sanding. Do I take wet sand paper and start sanding away. When do I know I sanded enough. Im not needing to do this, I was just wondering. Sanding my boat would scare me.

 

[JB]

Re: Clean it up

Wet sanding is done with fresh water running over the spot being sanded. It prevents over heating and clogging of the paper.