Paint removal from hull?

[alloway]

I have a bit of a problem. I'd left my boat in a yard over the winter and when I went to take it out today I discovered my neighbour had decided to paint the adjoining fence using a spray gun. Ended up giving my boat a fair spraying too. So I'm looking for something that would remove the paint (don't know what type it is) without damaging the gelcoat or hull. Any suggestions?

 

[1979checkmate]

Re: Paint removal from hull?

err what kind of paint? Are you friends with this neighbor? If not, Take your neighbor to small claims court for destruction of property.

 

[alloway]

Re: Paint removal from hull?

That's the thing, I don't know. And I'd rather try and fix it myself if I can than confront them and have it get confrontational.

 

[basstracker1970]

Re: Paint removal from hull?

Lacquer thinner should do it. Just put some on a rag and wipe it carefully.

 

[cobalt1999]

Re: Paint removal from hull?

I would start with mild solvents like Mineral Spirits, Paint Thinner, Kerosene, Diesel Fuel, WD-40 before going with an aggresive solvent like Lacquer Thinner.
Did you try plain soap and water?
Maybe as a last resort to use some paint remover.
I have a camper with the fiberglass side, One day I brushed against a painted fence post leaving a paint marks on the camper, I dabbed a little paint remover on a rag and polished the paint off the camper.

 

[Home Cookin']

Re: Paint removal from hull?

don't start off suing him, and I'd probably advise against it no matter whae he does. But at least tell him and give him a chjance to make good. However, supervise him; we know he's not a good painter and you'd hate to come around the corner and see him with a belt sander...

 

[alloway]

Re: Paint removal from hull?

Thanks for all the advice. I'll get a few bits and pieces together and give it a blast soon. Fingers crossed.