Paint Question
macleanpd
1. NO! auto paint is meant to adhere to primer not fiberglass-auto paint
does not have to flex like it would on a boat-auto paint is not exposed to
marine growth etc.etc. That said somebody probably has used standard auto
paint and thinks it was great but everything is relevant. I think IMRON IS
one paint that could be used for either. Check the net
Dupont,interlux,pettit )
Doug
Steve Mercatili <smerc...@home.com> wrote in message
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> Hi, Im looking at getting my fiberglass bowrider painted.(since I redid
> the floor, new seats and padding!!) My buddy owns a body shop and says
> he can paint it. He has never painted a boat before so here are my
> questions if anyone can help I would appreciate it.
> The boat is tan, I want to make it White
>
> 1. Can Auto paint be used or do I need specific marine paint. If so
> why?
> 2. If Marine paint is needed can it be air sprayed on?
> 3. What should I do to prep the boat. ie.. sandpaper grit and is a
> primer needed?
> 4. Is a clear coat needed after the paint is applied?
>
> Thanks
> Steve
Steve Mercatili
Joe Mahma
involved, and the growth problem too. One thing he did not mention is the
trailering which will work on the paint.
Rule #1 - If you are going to do it, do it right the first time. I can't
tell you how many times I have tried to save money, only to spend more in
the long run, undoing what I did the first time to save $.
I am restoring a 20' pontoon boat. I did not have to do all the things I am
doing, but I took everything off, installed marine grade plywood where there
was regular plywood, stainless steel screws where there were rusted steel
screws, and I am gluing the carpet down across the whole deck, where it was
just perimeter glued. I even used Thompsons Ultra water sealer on the bottom
of the marine grade plywood. I have all new furnature which I will be clear
coat painting the insides before I put it down.
Yes, these things cost extra, but I am sure that this pontoon boat will not
have to be re-done anytime soon.
Steve Mercatili wrote in message <38D57CBC...@home.com>...
JDavis1277
Several years ago I had a boat sprayed by a truck/trailer paint shop. It did
very well and lasted for the 10 years I kept the boat.
They did the prep work, which was minimal. I believe it was basically just a
wipe down with a prep solution to remove all wax, etc. I removed the rub rail
and all hardware and replaced it after the job. That was a lot of work, but
worth it for the quality of appearance. I had a couple of nicks and scratches
which I simply smoothed out with fine grit paper. After the paint job the
nicks and scratches were barely visible and were not objectionable, to me.
I KINDA SORTA remember that the paint used was an acrilic type and used an air
sprayer. I would skip the clearcoat. It would look very nice, but when the
inevitable scratches happen, it is more difficult to touch up.
Imron is wonderful but, IMO, far too costly for a small boat under most
circumstances. Furthermore, the prep work must be PERFECT for a good result.
Any prep flaws will glare right out at you.
Butch
Doug wrote: >1. NO! auto paint is meant to adhere to primer not
fiberglass-auto paint
>does not have to flex like it would on a boat-auto paint is not exposed to
>marine growth etc.etc. That said somebody probably has used standard auto
>paint and thinks it was great but everything is relevant. I think IMRON IS
>one paint that could be used for either. Check the net
> Dupont,interlux,pettit )
>
>Doug
>
>
>
>Steve Mercatili <smerc...@home.com> wrote in message
>news:38D57CBC...@home.com...
>> Hi, Im looking at getting my fiberglass bowrider painted.(since I redid
>> the floor, new seats and padding!!) My buddy owns a body shop and says
>> he can paint it. He has never painted a boat before so here are my
>> questions if anyone can help I would appreciate it.
>> The boat is tan, I want to make it White
>>
>> 1. Can Auto paint be used or do I need specific marine paint. If so
>> why?
Craig M
customer out of it. No paint will hold up like gel coat.
Ron Leigh
e.g. Interlux, Petite are formulated for self leveling. A nightmare idea for
a Body Shop, that means one thing... it's probabaly going to run. However,
both have a Spray formula listed on the can using a specific thinner. Their
are some technique subtleties in the spraying of Marine Paint v/s Automotive
Acrylic Enamel or Epoxy with a two part formula. I've used both. Automotive
paint for ease of application when a sprayed finish is desired. Marine Paint
hands down... when brush applied. He has never painted a boat you say? let
him do what he does best with what he has. P.S. I'd add some hardener and
spend extra time in a good thoroughly sanded and prepared finish. Remember
this, Surface Prep. is 80% of the job. Good Luck! :)
>the floor, new seats and padding!!) My buddy owns a body shop and says
>he can paint it. He has never painted a boat before so here are my
>questions if anyone can help I would appreciate it.
>The boat is tan, I want to make it White
>
>1. Can Auto paint be used or do I need specific marine paint. If so
>why?
>2. If Marine paint is needed can it be air sprayed on?
>3. What should I do to prep the boat. ie.. sandpaper grit and is a
>primer needed?
>4. Is a clear coat needed after the paint is applied?
>
>Steve