General Care and Maintenance
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Owner’s/Operator’s Manual
Chips, Hairline Cracks and Small Patches
Cracking, crazing, discoloration, blistering, chalking or fading of exterior gelcoat
surfaces are not covered under the warranty. See your CROWNLINE dealer for more
information.
Gelcoat that matches the color of your CROWNLINE can be purchased at your
CROWNLINE dealer. To match the color exactly, specify boat model, name, color and
year manufactured.
IMPORTANT:
Air temperature must be above 65°F (18°C) to apply gelcoat. Area
must be clean, dry and free from oil or wax before attempting to
repair.
1. Sand damaged area with #50 sandpaper, or use a power drill with a burr bit.
Round out and feather edges.
2. Remove all flaky edges. If surface damage covers a large area, a power
sander may have to be used.
3. Cleanse the area with rubbing alcohol or acetone after you have completed
sanding.
Fire and Ingestion Hazard. Acetone is highly flammable and toxic.
Avoid sparks and open flame. Use in well-ventilated areas only.
Wear the proper personal protection and follow the manufacturer’s
label instructions. Do not store rags soiled with acetone in the
boat. Dispose of rags properly ashore.
4. Place one teaspoon of gelcoat on a piece of wood or cardboard.
5. Add two or three drops of hardener. Mix for 10 to 15 seconds using a spatula
or knife.
6. Apply gelcoat to damaged area. Fill in slightly higher than surrounding surface.
7. Cover with wax paper or clear plastic and smooth to the desired contour.
8. Allow an hour or two to dry completely.
9. Remove wax paper or plastic.
10. Water sand with #600 wet or dry sandpaper.
11. Buff repaired area with buffing compound, then follow with wax and polish.
IMPORTANT:
If using a power buffer, keep the buffer moving. DO NOT pause in
one area too long. This can cut into the boat’s underlying surface.
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