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Question about Gel-coat vs. Paint
  • Posted: 07.02.2010, 12:45
     
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    Some of you may remember that I looking at a Prindle 18-2 to purchase.
    I asked the owner if the hulls, which are red, if they were gel-coated or painted and he said that "The hulls were painted with interlux epoxy paint"
    Anyone familiar with this type of paint?
    The boat is a 1989 model
    Thanking you for your response
    Jim
  • Posted: 08.02.2010, 02:44
     
    andrewscott
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    High quality, good lifespan, probably wont stain like gelcoat does (gas/oil from powerboats / and other crud in the water)

    very commonly used 2 part paint. exceptionally toxic when sanding off (so you must wear full respirator gear if you ever sand).


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