First Restoration project ( Gonzo )

[mudmagnet63]

Well here she is in all her glory. I suppose it's going to be a busy winter.I have tried to remove some of the paint without much luck. I have tried Acetone, easy off oven cleaner you can see the results on the last picture. I'll start on the deck ( I finally got it right ) this weekend. Motor purs like a kitten. Any advice would be much appreciated

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[turfman]

Re: First Restoration project ( Gonzo )

Is the name of the boat "white knuckles"..

I use the blue gel stripper from HD or lowes; doesnt seem to make the fiberglass soft. I think its about 20 a gallon.

turfman

 

[mudmagnet63]

Re: First Restoration project ( Gonzo )

I was going to go with Gonzo but I kinda like that. might have to rethink the name

 

[60 grit sandpaper]

Re: First Restoration project ( Gonzo )

This is a forum for boats not rockets.I tried paint remover but it took off more than I wanted.Used random sander with automotive sandpaper.Alot of work.

 

[mudmagnet63]

Re: First Restoration project ( Gonzo )

I'm a little concerned about using to many chemicals to remove the paint. what i've tried so far was just in a couple spots. I just bought a DA sandrer and a 12" block sander. I just keep thinking there has got to be a better way. I have redone cars and there's just so much chemicals can do.

 

[thefairlaneman]

Re: First Restoration project ( Gonzo )

Maybe sand blastin will work. Takes time but it removes what ever you want it to and it doesnt affect the under body.

 

[mudmagnet63]

Re: First Restoration project ( Gonzo )

I really need some advice on how to start removing the deck. what should I look for while taking it out I'm a novice at this, I have restored cars but this is diffrent. How is the best way to start removing the deck? some advice would be much apreciated.

 

[turfman]

Re: First Restoration project ( Gonzo )

Well if you have a decent air compressor and a cutoff grinder, should take you about a half hour. You can use the metal blades which probably makes the job less dusty; but all I had was the composite ones. Tyveck and respirators are a must for this type of destruction. I just followed the contour of the deck but left a lip about an inch of the walls for making a template at a later time.


turfman