gelcoat

Discussion in 'Fiberglass and Composite Boat Building' started by lucky thumb, Mar 21, 2007.

  1. lucky thumb
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    lucky thumb New Member

    How many coats of gelcoat should I apply? Does it need to be sanded between? I plan to roll it on. Will the gelcoat run a lot if I apply too thick? can I avoid this?

    I an repainting the outside of a small dinghy and want to know what grit I should start with to sand/polish. does it have to be wet?

    well, that ought to get me going. . . anything else I should know?

    thanks in advance.

    p.s. I preped with 80 grit is that course enough? still looks fairly smooth & shiney.
     
    lucky thumb, Mar 21, 2007
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  2. fiberglass jack
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    fiberglass jack Senior Member

    use the search on this site and you will find alll u need to know
     
    fiberglass jack, Mar 21, 2007
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