Posted by bruser on 05/01/09 - 7:50 AM
#7
Eri wrote:
Gel coat is pourous to the expoxy sealer/paint is a good idea over any sanded areas. Believe it or not it gelcoat does aborb water over time but will not be as susceptable to absorbtion if you dont sand it. The Awlgrip system uses an epoxy based system that includes an epoxy sealer/primer before you paint with the topcoat. The expoxy paints kinda flow out as they dry leaving a very smooth finish.
Eri:
Thanks, you are confirming my thoughts. I have spent so much time working with the gelcoat, and this boat will not be classified as a "classic" when it is finished. I'm looking for a glossy finish and felt gel was the way to go. Now I realize that I should have gone with 2 part from the begining.