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Old 09-10-2013, 08:33 PM
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Ouch...... Was not looking for that much work.... But if want to look nice need to put in the time.
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i heard white rustoleum works great??
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Old 09-11-2013, 07:27 PM
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I did Rhinoliner back in 99 and it still looks absolutley perfect! I just picked up another boat and the engine is coming out soon and I will do the same with it, although probably Linex this time because they are closer. They have the ability to make the texture smoother if you ask, which is what I did....looks kind of like orange peel on a paint job. Cleans up in seconds. BTW, I did red the first time, On the next one I'm doing gray.
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white!
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Old 09-11-2013, 08:51 PM
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Originally Posted by liquidlounge
I did Rhinoliner back in 99 and it still looks absolutley perfect! I just picked up another boat and the engine is coming out soon and I will do the same with it, although probably Linex this time because they are closer. They have the ability to make the texture smoother if you ask, which is what I did....looks kind of like orange peel on a paint job. Cleans up in seconds. BTW, I did red the first time, On the next one I'm doing gray.
Do you have any pics of that?
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Old 09-14-2013, 09:12 AM
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Originally Posted by vintage chromoly
You completely de-rig the bilge. Everything comes out!

You sand it all down with 80 grit. Every surface and every nook and cranny.

You blow in a heavy coat of waxed gelcoat and sand it back with 120 grit. Repeat until smooth.

You finish with a 50/50 mix of gel and duratec high gloss or the paint of the choice.

Easy, huh?

Can I paint over this when finished? Or best just to leave the gel/duratec surface... Not sure how fancy I want to get ?? What do you think about doing the underside of the engine hatch as a trial??
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Old 09-14-2013, 08:37 PM
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wonder if linex would work on an outboard bracket??
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Old 09-14-2013, 08:43 PM
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Originally Posted by stormbauer
Can I paint over this when finished? Or best just to leave the gel/duratec surface... Not sure how fancy I want to get ?? What do you think about doing the underside of the engine hatch as a trial??
You don't have to use gel. You can smooth out any surfaces and then use paint. I just did mine. I actually do the chit for a living haha. You do need to use the right products. It is not rocket science but labor intensive. Make sure to NOT cut corners and take your time.
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Old 09-14-2013, 08:46 PM
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Originally Posted by Ghost28
wonder if linex would work on an outboard bracket??
Just like anything else, it will eventually delam.
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Old 09-14-2013, 08:50 PM
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Originally Posted by Ghost28
wonder if linex would work on an outboard bracket??
yes it would, just need good prep.
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