Another Gelcoat Topic ?

bKelly

Petty Officer 2nd Class
Joined
Jul 1, 2002
Messages
191
When using a product like the 3M polishes it recomends using a buffer. <br /><br />Will a random orbital (wax) buffer work or should a high-speed buffer be used?<br /><br />I would feel safe using the random orbital buffer myself. I know that a highspeed buffer is used to finish auto paint jobs but it can burn paint if not used right.
 

Bob_VT

Moderator & Unofficial iBoats Historian
Staff member
Joined
May 19, 2001
Messages
26,071
Re: Another Gelcoat Topic ?

I have used an orbital with the 3M Hull Restorer and wax but be prepared!!! You can spread it nice and work it allot but be prepared for ALLOT of hand rubbing and removing it with a cloth.<br /><br />Sore muscles, sweat and a bit of swearing.<br /><br />Kind of a labor of love. Tough work but worth every bit of it.<br /><br />Bob
 

bKelly

Petty Officer 2nd Class
Joined
Jul 1, 2002
Messages
191
Re: Another Gelcoat Topic ?

Thanks for the reply Bob_VT
 
Top