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Old 05-15-2009 | 10:13 PM
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Was looking over the cockpit of boat in the new lighting I just installed and noticed that gelcoat was faded or yellowed quit a bit more than I thought. Can I bring the original color back? If so what is best method?

If not what is best corse of action? Paint?
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Old 05-16-2009 | 05:54 AM
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I had same problem on lite gray gelcoat. I was told it was old wax that was yellowing. Boat is 20+ yrs. old with original gel. The only way I could bring it back was wet sanding then buffing. What a huge differernce when done!
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Old 05-16-2009 | 12:46 PM
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What grit did you start with and then finish too? Then I assume rubbing compound and polishing compound?
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Old 05-17-2009 | 07:06 AM
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Long story short, I won't tell you what I did because it was wrong. I started with a grit that was too course. Do a search on here. Donnie at Leverage has a thread posted here about the right way to do it.
You won't be disapointed with the results! Good luck.
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Old 05-17-2009 | 08:35 AM
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Originally Posted by stormbauer
Was looking over the cockpit of boat in the new lighting I just installed and noticed that gelcoat was faded or yellowed quit a bit more than I thought. Can I bring the original color back? If so what is best method?

If not what is best corse of action? Paint?


here is a great thread to read...all the info that you need including application steps from Donny who details 200-250 boats a year. Good Luck..and if you have any questions..just email or call me..Thanks Jeff

http://www.offshoreonly.com/forums/f...n-remover.html

http://www.topnotchperformancemarine...oducts-c2.html
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Old 05-17-2009 | 09:37 AM
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Originally Posted by David Stotz
Long story short, I won't tell you what I did because it was wrong. I started with a grit that was too course. Do a search on here. Donnie at Leverage has a thread posted here about the right way to do it.
You won't be disapointed with the results! Good luck.
Dave
sorry..i some how missed your quote...im glad it worked out.
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