1986 Bayliner Clear finnish

[firefighter615]

I have an 86 Bayliner that the finish is dull on it. It has set uncovered for several years and I don?t know what to do with the finish, wet sand and then shoot automotive clear, roll and tip clear gel coat. I have tried to buff out a small area that was rough, it helped but it didn?t have the shine that I was hoping for. This is the first time that I am trying to restore a boat you the site has been very helpful. Any and all seductions will be helpful.

Thanks

 

[ondarvr]

Re: 1986 Bayliner Clear finnish

Go back to sanding and buffing first. Just buffing doesn't always get the job done, you will need to use a very coarse compound and a full size electric buffer and possibly some wet sanding with 600 and 1000 grit to do a good job.

 

[brodie6]

Re: 1986 Bayliner Clear finnish

I agree don't get drastic just yet. Try 3M Super Duty rubbing compound and a 7 inch electric buffer/sander with a maquire cut pad. I did and my 86 came out like brand new. The blue getcoat shines like well.... new. Use a polish and then a wax and you can't go wrong. If that does'nt work go to the sanding etc etc. There is a ton of info on this subject here use the search feature and you'll be reading for days. These guys know their stuff.

 

[firefighter615]

Re: 1986 Bayliner Clear finnish

Thanks for all the help, I will start out with buffing then if I have to I will sand it.

Thanks again