Gel-Coat Repair

[climber]

Need some hints here. I have been repairing dings in the gel-coat on my BayRaider. I've sanded the repairs with up to 2000 sandpaper and they are smooth but not polished.

Should I use a rubbing compound as the last step? After that is there a sealer I should apply or just wax it over?

Any advice would be appreciated.

Ron

[wdscobie]

ron:

this link may help -

http://www.boatus.com/boattech/casey/02.htm


no need to 'seal' the repair. once you get it to shine to your preference use wax for marine applications that has good UV protection. i wax my boat twice a year - beginning of season and end of season. i do touch up as necessary for scuffs and bumps during the year.