Gelcoat Problem

[mossers]

I have what I believe is oxidation on my 1987 Cobia's gelcoat. Is there anything that can be done?

 

[Ralph 123]

Re: Gelcoat Problem

Depends on the severity - Use the search function for these boards and you'll find all kinds of advice. Basically, a good buffer in the hands of an experienced person, with the right compound and cutting pad may be able to bring it back.

 

[quantumleap]

Re: Gelcoat Problem

Even severe oxidation can be wetsanded out and buffed back as long as there is no metal flake in the gelcoat. Check the Boat Building/Projects forum for different methods and pics of results. Some of the guys have had excellent results using no buffer at all.

 

[rnsi]

Re: Gelcoat Problem

Had to wet sand mine by hand, and mine has metal flake. The result was well worth the effort.