getrdunn

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My 32 restoration had Bennetts on installed on it and I am replacing with 280's however am painting the deck, sides and transom with ppg single stage. I would assume install tabs after paint. Or bolt up and bond to original gel coat. Only reason I ask is I notice how important the bonding is on the tabs as I've noticed how much material comes off with the tabs on used ones I see. I realize how much stress is on tabs and just wanna be certain. Id much rather install over new paint but thought I'd ck first.
Tks
John

Wildman_grafix

When you say material comes off, do you mean the gel?

What are you using to seal them?

getrdunn

iTrader: (7)

Ya the gel and in several circumstances I've seen fiberglass and gel. In regards to what Sealant I planned to use was either life seal or 5200. Would rather use the life seal in which case I need to remove I suppose. I'm up for suggestions.
Tks
John

Griff

I'd use 3M 4200. Same as 5200 with half the adhesive strength.

getrdunn

iTrader: (7)

Tks griff. you don't see any issues over fresh paint then?