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A few weeks ago I finished removing bottom paint from my latest montauk. I was able to remove all of it without sanding. I used the west marine brand paint remover , it indicated gelcoat safe. Used Two applications, scrapping what I could from each one. Third step is take acetone soaked rag and wipe what is left of the bottom paint, that took two passes also. The bottom looks great, they did not prep bottom before painting. Good luck !