Polymer vs. Wax

[BLUE-MOON]

I was hoping to get some input about what everyone thinks is the best way to protect the gel-coat, the newer polymer sealers or good old wax??

Steve
BLUE MOON
Beverly, MA.

[Split Decision]

I want to hear what everyone has to say also. I was using a polymer on my last boat and worked well. Very easy to apply and seemed to last. Topside was getting a little dull but no chalking. The hull side were as good as new after 5 yrs.

I look at it this way, If it is easy to apply you will wax it. If it is hard to use. you won't. Anything is better than nothing.

[BLUE-MOON]

Tom,
What product did you use? I was thinking about the StarBrite with Teflon.

Steve
BLUE-MOON

[Split Decision]

It is actually a car wax. It's called POLY CAR COAT by RAGO products. I bought a case of it a few yrs ago. When it's gone I might look for something else. Then again maybe not.

Other guys said that COLINITE is very good so I tryed it. What a pain in the butt to put on. I did about 6 sq ft and gave up. I gave the can away.

[CClassic28]

For years I was using 3M products. 1st appliaction, cleaner wax, with a machine. Second application, staight wax, by hand. I was pleased with the performance.


Last year I changed to the Collinite system. The wax was very difficult to remove, but the boat did really shine. Also at year end water was still beading on the hull sides.

I have my topside done by a local detailer. I have the metal done once a month and the topside detailed 3 times a season. Let me tell you it is worth every penny!! I invest way too much time in the topside nooks and crannies.

Not real sure if I will go back to 3M this year or stick with Collinites.


Question, what are you guys painting you bottoms with? Anyone running a "Carolina Coat" ?



Chris

[Capt B]

Here is a thread on another web site I follow that might also give some interesting options.

http://www.noreast.com/discussion/ViewTopic.cfm?page=1&startrow=61&topic_ID=32323

[Split Decision]

I used woodie wax this past weekend. This is the easiest wax I have ever used. You can wax the entire top of the boat including the tower in about 2 hrs and not break a sweat. This is after it is washed. I used spray 9 and soft scrub on the helm deck and cockpit to clean it good and then the wax.

We will see how well it holds up.

[BLUE-MOON]

Tom,
I use the Woody Wax on all the metal parts, stainless and aluminum. For the fiberglass I ended up using Starbrite Polish with TEFLON and so far it looks great and is holding up well. Time will tell.

Steve
BLUE MOON

[Guest]

Speaking of gelcoat...does anyone know how to match the cc color..I have some chips I need to repair

[Split Decision]

Speaking of gelcoat...does anyone know how to match the cc color..I have some chips I need to repair

Give Mac a call. I'm sure he will send you some.

[fishhard]

I spoke to Keith, because of hazzard its $50 just to mail it, and I only need a 1/4 cup. Grrrrr I guess i will try to match