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  1. 05-31-2016, 08:59 AM #1
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    Dropped a battery and took a chunk out of my gelcoat. Decided to tackle myself. I know it's a small job but was pleased with how it came out.






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    what did you use?
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    Quote Originally Posted by Rebelyeller View Post
    what did you use?
    I'm gonna guess here...... Gel coat?
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    Quote Originally Posted by Griffin View Post
    I'm gonna guess here...... Gel coat?


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    I need to do the same to a few spots. Do you mind sharing your steps?
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    I bought the kit from West Marine. Basically you mix the gelcoat with the desired color and get that right first. Then add your hardening agent.

    Mix well and then apply and add the piece of plastic film over the top to flatten it out. It should cure in a little over an hour.

    Then I took fine sandpaper and wet sanded it using a spray bottle.


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    Thanks man! I've got a project for the weekend.
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    I hope you sanded the area some first or it will be prone to pop out again. Also, mix some cabosil in with it next time to make "smooth patch" and the touch up is easy. Like putting icing on a cake.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Goin Coastal View Post
    I hope you sanded the area some first or it will be prone to pop out again. Also, mix some cabosil in with it next time to make "smooth patch" and the touch up is easy. Like putting icing on a cake.


    I thought about sanding it down first but didn't. Hopefully won't pop out. Luckily it's in a place that isn't normally visible.


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    Shop local. Fuck west marine.
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    Quote Originally Posted by fox View Post
    Shop local. Fuck west marine.

    They were the only people I could think of. I try to stay local when I can.


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