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First time owner of a 26x what and how do I for bottom paint
Posted: Mon Jul 25, 2016 5:02 am
by Serenity
The bottom has never had anything on it. I have read lots about bottom prep but am still confused. Could someone please give me a list of where to start and where to finish. Start .ún .... Dewax bottom then what? I will be hauling it to San Carlos Mexico.
Re: First time owner of a 26x what and how do I for bottom p
Posted: Mon Jul 25, 2016 7:00 am
by yukonbob
Epoxy barrier coat installed as per manufacturers instructions (dewax, sand) then your choice of bottom paint installed as per manufacturers instructions. The hard part is deciding which paint to go with as they all have different attributes.
Re: First time owner of a 26x what and how do I for bottom p
Posted: Mon Jul 25, 2016 10:49 am
by BOAT
I sailed San Carlos as a kid with my dad - it was great.
Re: First time owner of a 26x what and how do I for bottom p
Posted: Mon Jul 25, 2016 2:57 pm
by yukonbob
Thanks Hamin, dam AC and typing on the phone never really works.
Re: First time owner of a 26x what and how do I for bottom p
Posted: Mon Jul 25, 2016 3:31 pm
by fouz
I had a link to sumners page where he did a really good write up about it. good choices in paint for a trailable boat, the works. Maybe someone can find it or he can chime in.
Re: First time owner of a 26x what and how do I for bottom p
Posted: Tue Jul 26, 2016 5:38 am
by paul I
The Interlux site will give you detailed instructions on how to do this.
The hardest part is the sanding. The entire lower hull will need to be blasted or sanded. I used 60 grit on an orbital sander. Followed by cleaner to remove any remaining residue. Then three coats of 2 part epoxy paint and a few coats of anti foul.
Re: First time owner of a 26x what and how do I for bottom p
Posted: Tue Jul 26, 2016 4:32 pm
by Serenity
Thanks a lot. I ordered the Interprotect 2000 and the Micron CSC. Start tomorrow or the next day with the sanding.
Thx