tbanzer

Replacing stringers and transom. I was recomended to use epoxy resin. I would like to sand and finish the whole bilge and transom area. I have painted autos in the past but I have no idea what finishing materials are compatible with epoxy resin. Normally I would use a urethane Primer surfacer then top coat with a single or two stage urethane. Would gel goat be a better alternative for build, sanding and duribility?

glassdave

iTrader: (1)

you can use anything but poly or vinylester based products. Gel coat will not work over epoxy. I use PPG's single stage Concept and it works well.

FIXX

iTrader: (2)

Dave, wouldn't he be able to use duratec primer and block it flat then top coat it with imron or ppg's concept paint?

tbanzer

Is the ppg a top coat? I am going to need something to fill and sand prior to top coating.

CIG3

I like Awlgrip for bilge painting. (Snow White)

tbanzer

What can I use as a filler or primer surfacer to level the fiberglass prior to top coating.

MACTIME

I repainted my bilge this year and a new producy from Interlux, called Perfection. It is a little less expensive than Awl Grip and you don't need a respirator. It turned out great, snow white and easy to come by...west marine.

It is hard a nails and very hard to scratch. I could not be happier.

Todd Hartigh

+1
I have had my bilge done for 8-9 years now. Still looks almost perfect... It took a pint this year to make it perfect. Goes on with a brush and roller and looks like it was sprayed!

I know that other products work, but why mess around trying when there is a proven product that stands the test of time?