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IIRC that spectrum kit has a paste-like goo that you mix the gelcoat. Colors depending on what you need) and mix the paint with the paste, add. Apply the gel coat using a body puddy spatchula. Make the gel coat flush with the masking tape surrounding the repair area. If the repair is deep, it might take two applications (coats) to build up to the proper level. Once the gel coat is cured, begin wet sanding (use a sanding block) with 400 grit paper.
08-16-2013, 08:00 PM
Uh oh. I need help. I had an accident, no need to explain how, it's over.
However, I could use some help. I purchased a quart of the spectrum gelcoat to repair the damage. http://www.iboats.com/Mastercraft-2007-2010-White-CCP-LVOC-Color-Boat-Gel-Coat-Quart-Spectrum-Color/dm/view_id.835777
I have 2 gouges. Attached are 2 images of each gouge. One is about 8 inches long and one is 6 inches long. The are not deep. It's weird because I thought I would see fiberglass underneath the gelcoat but it almost looks like metal. It has to be fiberglas.
It's a 2010 MC TT PS 197.
Do you think I can just grind the edges down or could I use sandpaper. The edges are jagged but they are on firm. I can't knock them off if I try to.
Also, I am concerned that it's on an corner. Can I get it close enough to match?
Any ideas on how to mix the gel coat and the catalyst?
My plan would be to grind, clean with asetone, tape around edges, apply gelcoat with putty knife, let dry and sand 400, 600, 800, 1000, 1500, compound then wax.
Thanks for your help.
Mike
However, I could use some help. I purchased a quart of the spectrum gelcoat to repair the damage. http://www.iboats.com/Mastercraft-2007-2010-White-CCP-LVOC-Color-Boat-Gel-Coat-Quart-Spectrum-Color/dm/view_id.835777
I have 2 gouges. Attached are 2 images of each gouge. One is about 8 inches long and one is 6 inches long. The are not deep. It's weird because I thought I would see fiberglass underneath the gelcoat but it almost looks like metal. It has to be fiberglas.
It's a 2010 MC TT PS 197.
Do you think I can just grind the edges down or could I use sandpaper. The edges are jagged but they are on firm. I can't knock them off if I try to.
Also, I am concerned that it's on an corner. Can I get it close enough to match?
Any ideas on how to mix the gel coat and the catalyst?
My plan would be to grind, clean with asetone, tape around edges, apply gelcoat with putty knife, let dry and sand 400, 600, 800, 1000, 1500, compound then wax.
Thanks for your help.
Mike