Hello<br />I have a 17' fiber class speed boat that has few scratches at the bottom. Can I paint the boat?<br />I heard that it's not recomended to repaint the fiber class because the paint will not stay.<br />Is this true?<br />Thanks
Stemar,<br />You can paint your boat as long as you prepare the surface and use the proper paint. Sanding the surface to be painted is necessary. A final wet sanding with 600 grit paper, wash with clear water and allow it to dry. Then paint with a one component urethane or epoxy paint. <br />Lots of work but it can be done.<br />What kind of boat do you have and just how fast is it?<br /><br />c/6<br /><br />Hooty
Thanks Hooty<br />Thanks for all your info.<br />I have a Laser 17' speed boat with mariner 90HP engine. It's very fast but don't know the speed as I do not have speedometer.
I agree with the response from hooty. actually you can paint ANY surface on earth except ice!<br /><br />I would go one step further and use mineral spirits or paint thinner on a rag and wipe her down. ( Removes any wax or oil).<br /><br />Use good paint. It does not pay in the long run to skimp on the paint. Trust me on this, I have been in the paint biz for 17 years.<br /><br />Good luck.
