waxing bottom of boat

[red10]

i was wondering what you can use on the bottom of the boat to wax it or make it faster. I used scotchbrite brillo pads to clean it and scuff it lightly, but i don't know if thats the best idea.

 

[crazy charlie]

Re: waxing bottom of boat

Waxing has actually been proven to slow a boat down a bit because of the beading effect.the best place to get this info would be on a Sailboat forum and hopefully someone that races sailboats will get a look at it and have the answer.I think a light wetsanding was the way to go but I am sure there is an exact science to it.Charlie

 

[ZmOz]

Re: waxing bottom of boat

There is nothing you can just wipe on the boat to make it faster. Sanding works...

 

[red10]

Re: waxing bottom of boat

should you sand from front to back, not in a circular motion and 600 grit

 

[gretsch]

Re: waxing bottom of boat

Has anyone ever tried this on their boat? 5 Star Shine? I found alot of people who have used it on their cars and a few boats, but has anyone here tried it? I found info here.. http://nicoclub.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=48193

 

[Mercury140-I6]

Re: waxing bottom of boat

Personally, I use Liquid Lustre ( http://www.liquidlustre.com ) Woks great on any non-porous material. I gained 3-4 MPH on my little boat after doing it.<br /><br /> http://www.myfishingpictures.com/showphoto.php?photo=13004&sort=7&thecat=500&password= <br /><br /><br />Craig