Bottom paint removal.

[black88]

I have a 25 that i had bottom painted. what a mistake. how do you remove without damage to gel. Idid not sand or primer when i painted .Its been on for 5 years. A lot of it is wearing off. I dont want to sand off and have to buff the bottom. Any advice would be appreciated.

 

[onthehammer]

I would recommend hull acid and high pressure water. I have used a pressure washer at 2500 psi and was able to remove it. That is the best advice I can give you. Try a small spot first to make sure that it will not damage it.

 

[bostoncan]

West Marine sells a product called Peel Away paint stripper for bottom paint. I used it ,then pressure washed,then polished with Aqua polishes took a few days but looks like new..........Never again will I buy a boat with bottom paint

 

[buff]

ther is a new type of sandblasting using grounded up cashews or nuts etc. i almost bought a boat with bottom plate, states will not ruin gel + remove it safety. I think its been around for a few years. Call around the big boat yards or sandblasters. call few get some ideas I think its 300 to 400 dollars . good luck

 

[Blizz]

That form of blasting has been around quite a while if you go that route make sure whoever you have do really knows what he's doing cuz it can still screw up your gel coat if you use to much pressure.

 

[black88]

Thanks for replies .

Thank you for the all the replies on the bottom paint removel . I really appreciate it. Im also looking to get some gel work done. If any body could recomend anyone that would be great. I live in Phila.pa. but would be willing to travel 200 -300 miles for right person . Thanks again .You can call me direct at 215 -742 -9829. ask for doug.

 

[SneakyPete]

Thanks for the great info, my boat is also covered with this crap, and has been for a few years. Needless to say, the bottom paint looks ratty and it is time to come off!