[180diablo]

Originally Posted by ShabahZ250

Gloves aren't necessary for using the stuff. Dust masks might not be a bad idea if you're going to be using a buffer, but for hand application, you should be ok. Just turn your head away when you pat your removal rags. Another word of precaution, if going to use a buffer, just keep it moving, don't leave it in one place for too long. Your Gelcoat is pretty tough, but can heat up if you leave the buffer on it too long. I recommend doing it by hand if you're not 100% confident in your buffing abilities. For a boat your size, it shouldn't take very long. I did the whole fiberglass restoration kit, including 2 coats of the finishing wax in a half day. And I've got a bit more surface area than you bowrider guys. But I will say I was literally BEAT after that half day of work.

Alright, wasnt sure if there were some micro-cutting things embedded into the liquid that can work their way into the skin and be harmful. Right now I don't own a buffer, so applying by hand would be how I would be doing it. Wow only half a day? I was figuring for even a boat my size, around a day.. lol. I guess it all depends on how quickly you move about or picky you get in coverage. Us bowrider guys do have the advantage that way, dont we.. lol.

Im sure when I finally do it, I will be a lot happier with the shine.

[180diablo]

Originally Posted by Z 202

Tell your gf: "The sooner it's done, the sooner we're on the water..."

On my boat I cleaned and waxed everything from the waterline up. I have big (Shabah) decals on the side, and they were not affected by the application of the oxidation remover or the wax. I just worked right over them. I didn't rub them too hard however...

I'm glad I got mine done a while ago. I'm off on holidays starting Friday, and mine is ready to get wet!

I'm more of the one that is anxious to get on the water, she is quite happy just getting out there whenever its good and ready. Im sure she would help me out though. If not, then I know she would help remove the slight mold on the seats in the bow.

[Z 202]

Where'd you pick up the 3M stuff? Crappy Tire? The one near me had the Mequiar's oxidation remover as well as the 3M stuff. Maybe you can switch it.

My boat took me the better part of day to do. That included a power wash, the oxidation remover and the wax. The time required will probably depend a lot on the condition of your hull initially.

If the first mate is unwilling to polish and wax, maybe she can at least keep you supplied with cold beverages.

[ShabahZ280]

Originally Posted by Z 202

If the first mate is unwilling to polish and wax, maybe she can at least keep you supplied with cold beverages.

Or at least take care of you with a shoulder massage after all the hard work's done! It's only fair!!

[mikeyt]

Yep....Crappy Tire sells the 3M stuff...at least i think that's where i bought mine. It does not compare to the Meguiars product though. Let us know how you make out getting the gf to help you with the hand job (rather than using a polisher.... )