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Post by Tafika II on Aug 20, 2013 17:01:54 GMT
I thought this was in the manual, but I cannot find the gelcoat color or the gelcoat manufacturer to make some minor ding repairs. Anyone know this information?
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Post by Tafika II on Aug 20, 2013 21:38:16 GMT
Jeanneau USA in Annapolis gave me the information. The gelcoat is supplied by Spectrum Colors using the Jeanneau color codes below. The gelcoat can be purchased off their site at www.spectrumcolor.com/. White Color Boat Gel Coat Patch Paste Repair Kit - F556334K US$23.53 + freight Patch Paste is the factory gel coat color made into an easy-to-use paste Kit includes: 2oz gel coat paste Hardener Easy-to-follow instructions Add hardener, mix thoroughly, apply to damaged area using a putty knife Perfect for cosmetic repairs: small nicks, scratches, drill holes, worn areas ONce it is here, I let you know how it worked. |
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Post by Trevor on Aug 20, 2013 22:12:59 GMT
Hello Brent,
That is really good information.
I notice you have a painted hull. Is it Awlgrip? Are you happy with it? I have the same or close to the same colour and mine is awlgrip. I am happy with it but it does have a couple of marks on the transom from a previous topside buffing job where the buff dug in a bit.
I am hoping it will not fade with time. I guess if it does I will get it painted again.
Regards,
Trevor
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Post by Tafika II on Aug 21, 2013 0:28:02 GMT
Travor, Yes the hull is painted with Awlgrip Majestic Blue. Per Awlgrip, I don't polish it at all. I use AwlWash Concentrate and AwlWash sealer and that keeps it in good shape; however, the dark hulls are a lot more time consuming to keep clean...but they look great!
I may weigh the dark hull color again when it needs repainting, but I am happy with the product.
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Post by Trevor on Aug 21, 2013 22:34:56 GMT
Thanks for the information,
Mine is Corinthia Blue and I will get a topside polish when next hauled for antifoul. The guys at the slip seem to know all about alwgrip so I should check how they polish it. I love the colour but I get a little concerned I can keep it looking good.
Regards,
Trevor
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Post by Tafika II on Aug 22, 2013 0:41:54 GMT
The dark blue is great but it shows everything. Let me know if you learn any secrets from the other folks on Awlgrip.
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Post by Tafika II on Sept 4, 2013 19:16:13 GMT
I repaired the small chip in the non-skid deck and two cockpit 1/2" diameter chips over the weekend using the Spectrum Color patch kit. Easy with great results...in fact on the non-skid, I had to look several times before i could find it.
I mixed the paste per the instructions, cleaned the chipped area with acetone and applied the paste with a narrow scrapper. On the non-skid, I used a awl to scribe in the cross-hatch design while it was still wet. It took about 1 hour to dry so it could be sanded. I started with 220, then 400, 600 & finally 800 grit wet-dry paper, then polished it to match the gloss.
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