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Cosmetic Care & Maintenance
WIRE BRUSHES, SCOURING PADS, OR OTH-
ER ABRASIVE TYPE MATERIALS
AND SOLUTIONS SHOULD NEVER
BE USED ON THE HULL OR DECK
OF YOUR BOAT.
THEY CREATE SMALL SCRATCH
MARKS THAT COLLECT MARINE GROWTH
AND OTHER FOREIGN MATERIALS.
It is recommended that you wax the gelcoat surface twice
yearly to prevent loss of gloss and to protect the finish. Use
only waxes for fiberglass and follow the label instructions.
Apply a 3’ x 3’ section at a time using clean applicator
cloths or a buffing bonnet. When a haze develops, use a
power buffer at low speeds (1200-2000 rpm) to remove
the haze. Keep the buffer moving to avoid heat build-up.
Never wax gelcoat in the direct sun.
When the washing and waxing as recommended does not
restore the shine it may be necessary to use a fine rubbing
compound. Do not apply rubbing compound in direct
sunlight. A power buffer at low speed does an excellent job
to remove impurities from the gel coat that cause dulling.
Use light pressure and keep the buffer moving. Re-wax
after compounding to buff the surface.
“Hairline cracks” or “spider webbing” could develop in
the gelcoat surface of a hull or deck. This can be caused
by impact or other factors. Small air pockets or gouges
may also occur through normal wear. These do not affect
the strength of the hull or deck and can be repaired by
yourself, a marine professional or a Regal dealer.
The affected area should be chipped or sanded away and
a thin layer of color matched gelcoat applied. This layer is
then sanded smooth and buffed to its original luster.
Most minor scratches, nicks, and dents can be removed
by compounding the surface. Marine type compounds
can be found at most auto body supply stores. Specify a
number 25 which is a coarser compound up to a number
55 being less coarse. Various glazes and polishes are available
as needed. Ask your marine professional or Regal dealer
for more information. Fiberglass hulls are strong but they
can be damaged. A fiberglass hull has virtually no internal
stresses. Thus when a part is broken or punctured, the rest
of the hull retains its original shape. A severe blow will either
be absorbed or result in a definite localized break. A break
of this nature should be checked and repaired by a marine
professional or a Regal dealer.
MINOR REPAIRS
You will need the following materials for minor repairs:
‡
Gelcoat
‡ Clear Liquid Catalyst
‡
Putty Knife
‡
Razor Blade
‡ Fine Sandpaper (400,600,1000)
‡
Wax Paper (to cover repair area)
AVOID BODILY INJURY!
GELCOAT & FIBERGLASS RESIN
ARE FLAMMABLE.
WORK IN A WELL VENTILATED AREA
FREE FROM OPEN FLAMES.
DO NOT SMOKE!
For minor repairs refer to the following procedure:
1. Clean the area to be repaired and get rid of any wax or
grease residues.
2. Clean out scratches, chips, and nicks.
3. Sand area to be repaired so gelcoat will bond.