Jones Brothers Cape Fisherman, Owner'S Manual

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MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE
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looks of your boat. While waxing your boat, inspect the surface for any damage. If problems
are found, have the damage corrected as soon as possible.
To prevent personal injury, DO NOT wax surfaces
that may be walked on. Waxed gelcoat is very
slippery, and will cause unsafe footing.
6.3 Repairing
Though gelcoat is a very durable material, it is susceptible to scratches, blistering, and
web-like cracks (crazing) over time. It is elastic enough, however, to withstand strong blows
while flexing with the hull's movement. Typical gelcoat problems are cosmetic and will not
effect the structural integrity of your boat.
Many gelcoat imperfections such as nicks and scratches can be repaired by obtaining a
color match patch kit. This kit can be purchased through your Jones Brothers Marine
dealer. Acetone, the most suitable cleaning agent for gelcoat, can be purchased through
your dealer. The patch kit has step by step instructions.
M.E.K. (Methyl ethyl ketone peroxide), gelcoat and
acetone are flammable and hazardous chemicals,
if not handled properly. Follow instructions on the
containers carefully. After the gelcoat is catalyzed,
it will soon heat up and put off fumes. When
finished with catalyzed chemicals or when they
start building up heat, submerse completely in
water until cool.
6.4 Bottom Paint
If you leave your boat in the water for more than a few days, the hull bottom, below the
waterline, should be treated with anti-fouling paint. This paint will help protect the bottom
from marine growth and barnacles, which inhibit performance. Since anti-fouling paint
slowly dissolves to prevent marine growth, inspection and cleaning of the hull bottom
annually is advisable. Repaint whenever necessary. We suggest the use of an epoxy
barrier coat, to be applied in conjunction with the anti-fouling paint, to help prevent
blistering. For more information see your local dealer.
Another option for many recreational boaters is the "three day" rule. If you trailer your boat
or keep it at a dry-stack facility, simply pull it out of the water every three days so the that
hull can be washed and dried. By adhering to the three-day rule, especially in salt water, the
damage and discoloration to the hull by algae, barnacles, or other aquatic growth can be
minimized without the need for anti-fouling paint.
6.5 Canvas
Although canvas used for the optional top and console cover is made using the highest
quality vinyl and latest sewing techniques, your boat's canvas will not be completely leak
proof. The seam holes in the canvas may stretch and tend to leak. However, you can
correct much of this problem by applying paraffin over the seams.
Please understand that Jones Brothers Marine does not warrant the fit and design of the
canvas to be entirely watertight. For more information on your canvas, refer to the pamphlet