In this episode we turn faded / sun burnt gelcoat into "like new" through a simple process of wetsanding and polishing/buffing ! This is great for spot repairs, replacing old decals, or overall, improving the look of your boat! Details and keypoints listed below!! Enjoy and be sure to hit the like button/comment/or subscribe if you enjoy this and want more!

Products used:
1. 2 half sheets of 3m Westsand 800 grit paper
2. Harbor freight Bauer multispeed buffer
3. wool buffing pad
4. Super Cut Buffing Coumpound (easily substituted with a gritty compound)
5. small 3m or durablock foam sanding block
6. PATIENCE!!

The process:
I start off ALWAYS with a clean/debris free surface
Start by presoaking your wetsand paper 1015 min
begin wetsanding process while continuously wetting/dunking your paper into the bucket
KEYPOINT: sand in a cross hatch pattern always
for this video I wetsanded a 1 sq ft area for approx 510 min until uv fading was gone
clean and dry surface/inspect for missed areas
begin spreading your buffing compound by hand (gloves recommended)
work 12 sq ft area at a time, starting with a 8001000 rpm buffer speed, being patient, letting the buffer and compound do its job.
intermittently check the surface temp with the back of your hand, should be warm to touch, not super hot
wipe off residue with a clean rag, inspecting the buffed area for sand scratches
continue the buffing process multiple times until all sand scratches are gone and desired gloss level is achieved
bada boom bada bing!!!! youve got a kickass, color rich surface!
apply an automotive type wax to protect from future fading!

Thanks for watching and feel free to comment or message with questions!

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