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Daniel
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Initially Posted - 08/12/2003 : 18:04:20

I recently bought a 1989 WK. The owners' manual indicates that the bottom should be painted with a no-sand primer - the gelcoat should not be sanded before painting.

I am thinking of stripping the bottom paint - a lot has chipped off leaving areas with just the bottom gelcoat showing - but I haven't found any 'no-sand primer' listed in any of the catalogs (or I have overlooked it). Does anyone know of specific kinds or brands that could be used before applying the antifoulant? I keep the boat in salt water about 8 mos. of the year.

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Dave B
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Response Posted - 08/12/2003 : 19:18:55

Interlux used to make one (until about two years ago)... The word was they dropped it because they were getting complaints. My theory is that people weren't using it correctly--they weren't putting the bottom paint on before the primer dried completely. The directions were to paint when the primer is tacky. It worked well for me, but I read the directions... <img src=icon_smile_wink.gif border=0 align=middle> Now it's gone. I haven't seen another one. <img src=icon_smile_sad.gif border=0 align=middle>

Dave Bristle, 1985 C-25 #5032 "Passage" SR/FK/Dinette/Honda in SW CT

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Gloss
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Response Posted - 08/13/2003 : 06:12:01

Hi Daniel,
When I refinished the hull of my recently sold C22 last fall I sanded it down to gel coat, and I couldn't get all of the old primer, or whatever it was off. It may have been VC tar as it was black. I think I used Interlux's Primecon before I used Micron Extra with Biolux.
Have you checked out Interlux's website. If you go digging deep enough into it you will get lots of application instructions and pics. I have a fibre optic internet connection so speed is not a problem. Interlux also has a great application book. If you can't get one, send me a note, and I may be able to pick you one up at my local Boater's world.
Are you planning on putting on a barrier coat first?
I have to refinish my 89 bottom too, but I'll wait until spring as I am still recovering from my broken toes, and now, knee surgery. WAH!
I'm also porking out from the lack of exercise.

Frank Gloss
89WK/TR

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osmepneo
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Response Posted - 08/13/2003 : 11:26:45

I use Interlux, and had very good results. I'd check their web site and see what's what. Probably bought my last can 2 or 3 years ago, and wasn't aware that they have dropped the product. Let us know what you find out.

Don Peet
c25, 1665, osmepneo, sr/wk
The Great Sacandaga Lake, NY

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