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to painting.
Cape Dory's bottom paint system incorporates a tinted epoxy primer -
PETIT UNEPOXY - which serves to seal the gel coated surface from the
marine environment to help eliminate the likelihood of water being
absorbed and gel coat blisters from forming.
It is recommended that a fresh coat of bottom paint be applied each
year. The epoxy primer is a purple/brown tint and should not be sanded
through when preparing to repaint the bottom. If this occurs, re-prime
the area broken through.
In certain geographical areas some bottom paints work much better than
others. If you intend to repaint the bottom of your Cape Dory, seek the
advise of your dealer or knowledgeable local boat owners on what brand
of bottom paint works well in your area. CAUTION: not all bottom paints
are chemically compatible. Be sure to tell your paint dealer what paint
is currently on the bottom of your boat to be certain that you purchase
compatible anti-fouling paint.
The boot top paint is INTERLUX DADO BROWN #246. When repainting, this
area should be well sanded before applying a new coat.
COVE STRIPE
The Cove Stripe is a durable plastic tape which only needs regular
cleaning as the hull is washed. Do not use acetone on the tape as it
will dull the surface or possibly loosen it from the hull. Cape Dory
Yachts provides a replacement kit which may be purchased through
Customer Service or your dealer.
PORTS AND HATCHES
Ports and Hatches may be cleaned with warm water and a mild detergent.
The safety glass in the ports will resist most abrasive cleaners but the
lexan hatches will scratch very easily. Rinse both thoroughly with
water before washing as dried caked on salt can abrade a surface if not
diluted sufficiently.
DECK HARDWARE
The Deck Hardware used on the boat is composed of bronze, aluminum,
stainless steel, and plastic materials. The bronze hardware on Cape
Dory yachts is made from the finest materials available and it is Cape
Dory's belief that this warm, rich looking metal brings to each Cape
Dory a distinctly traditional appeal. Although the stainless steel,
aluminum, and plastic equipment are virtually maintenance-free, the
bronze will tarnish and oxidize developing a greenish film on the
surface. This film, if not checked, can run down onto the gelcoat
nearby which will then have to be cleaned also.
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To clean bronze, scrub with a bronze wool pad and a strong detergent.
Once clean, use a good metal polish, preferable one made specifically
for use on bronze.