How do i get rid of seaweed growing under the boat ? and clean residue ? SOLUTION .

Big Pete

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Hi
In readiness of getting my new boat i had my little one pulled out the marina and back home..

This is what was underneath ..:eek:

http://i317.photobucket.com/albums/mm399/BigPete_06/P1010440.jpg?t=1277321471
P1010440.jpg


Yes i have jet power wash which has got the growth off surface but its now got like a rough dirty look .

see the area thats been jet washed .
http://i317.photobucket.com/albums/mm399/BigPete_06/P1010438.jpg?t=1277321916

P1010438.jpg

whats best way and easy way to clean boat back up ?

anyone know..
 
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tlzimmerman

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Re: How do i get rid of seaweed growing under the boat ? and clean residue ?

Re: How do i get rid of seaweed growing under the boat ? and clean residue ?

Wet sand and rubbing compound.
 

Stachi

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Re: How do i get rid of seaweed growing under the boat ? and clean residue ?

Re: How do i get rid of seaweed growing under the boat ? and clean residue ?

Hi
In readiness of getting my new boat i had my little one pulled out the marina and back home..

This is what was underneath ..:eek:

http://i317.photobucket.com/albums/mm399/BigPete_06/P1010440.jpg?t=1277321471
P1010440.jpg


Yes i have jet power wash which has got the growth off surface but its now got like a rough dirty look .

see the area thats been jet washed .
http://i317.photobucket.com/albums/mm399/BigPete_06/P1010438.jpg?t=1277321916

P1010438.jpg

whats best way and easy way to clean boat back up ?

anyone know..

OMG ! ....did you ever use it ?.....sure hope you use your new boat more often....YIKES !
 

Big Pete

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Re: How do i get rid of seaweed growing under the boat ? and clean residue ?

Re: How do i get rid of seaweed growing under the boat ? and clean residue ?

The thing was always breaking down or not starting ..hence why i am getting rid ...

So nope not used much just sat in the sun :(
 

KermieB

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Re: How do i get rid of seaweed growing under the boat ? and clean residue ?

Re: How do i get rid of seaweed growing under the boat ? and clean residue ?

I just can't imagine how much drag that crap created.
 

Stachi

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Re: How do i get rid of seaweed growing under the boat ? and clean residue ?

The thing was always breaking down or not starting ..hence why i am getting rid ...

So nope not used much just sat in the sun :(

so this boat is headed for Craigs List ............CAVEAT EMPTOR !!! :eek:
 

Big Pete

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Re: How do i get rid of seaweed growing under the boat ? and clean residue ?

Re: How do i get rid of seaweed growing under the boat ? and clean residue ?

The boat was only in the water about 2 months :eek:

scarey isnt it
 

Stachi

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Re: How do i get rid of seaweed growing under the boat ? and clean residue ?

The boat was only in the water about 2 months :eek:

scarey isnt it

yeah it is...I'm not sure I would put another boat in that slip....
 

JustJason

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Re: How do i get rid of seaweed growing under the boat ? and clean residue ?

Re: How do i get rid of seaweed growing under the boat ? and clean residue ?

If you used bottom paint that wouldn't happen... Or wouldn't happen as badly.

High pressure power washer will take care of most of it.
 

Thajeffski

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Re: How do i get rid of seaweed growing under the boat ? and clean residue ?

Re: How do i get rid of seaweed growing under the boat ? and clean residue ?

i've always wanted to know what no bottom paint looks like after some time in the water....
 

wbc1957

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Re: How do i get rid of seaweed growing under the boat ? and clean residue ?

Re: How do i get rid of seaweed growing under the boat ? and clean residue ?

If you really wish to attempt to continue boating, I would think a boat hoist would be the route to go. Each time lifted, spray the bottom with a growth inhibitor. The point is it is like swimming. Just sticking your toes in, doesn't make for a fun day by the pool! (That is unless there is someone with you.) But you get my point...:)
 

Big Pete

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Re: How do i get rid of seaweed growing under the boat ? and clean residue ?

Re: How do i get rid of seaweed growing under the boat ? and clean residue ?

Solution is..

Mrs BP and a Cillit Bang cleaner :D

shes doing great ...

P1010447.jpg
 
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