Thread subject: Whaler Central - Boston Whaler Boat Information and Photos :: Primer
Posted by jbrc124racing on 02/24/13 - 8:50 AM
#1
Soon I will paint my 13 whaler, I will be stripping the paint down to the original gel coat. Will I need to use primer before I paint it again or will it be ok to just paint over the original gel coat?
Posted by wing15601 on 02/24/13 - 10:13 AM
#2
Use a high build primer. After it is dry, sand to the point it is almost all gone and you will find it has filled all the little scratches and dents you wouldn't see until you applied the high gloss finish. you can then apply one more coat of the primer before the top coat.
Posted by jbrc124racing on 02/24/13 - 12:14 PM
#3
Thank you
Posted by jbrc124racing on 02/27/13 - 7:40 PM
#4
What brand and type should I use?
Posted by Bake on 02/27/13 - 8:09 PM
#5
you will have to decide what paint you plan to use then use a primer that is made for that paint. If you decide on Awl Grip topcoat I would use there primer. they have the high build as discused and they also have a primer sealer
Posted by jbrc124racing on 02/27/13 - 8:32 PM
#6
Pettit is the company I will be using
Posted by Bake on 02/28/13 - 12:58 AM
#7
I would suggest reading everything you can on there products and which one of there primers and sealers work best for your application. Google will be your friend in this effort.