I started a thread here http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/auto-detailing-101/42967-sanding-papers-needed-upcoming-job.html back in November requesting some suggestions for sanding papers that I could use to remove some minor scratches in this boat.
Ten year old Ranger Bass Boat
This is my first show 'n shine.
This was for a veteran and friend that I've known since I was about 5 years old. He wanted a wash and wax at first, but then asked me if it were possible would I mind repairing a few spots that had scratches only along the top of the boat. These areas were where the trolling motor cables rubbed against the gel-coat. I told him I thought they'd have to be sanded out, and he gave me the green light.
I took it upon myself to take additional time to remove some other minor scratching along the top-rail from the bump guard up and the entire length of the boat. Of course, we started with the least aggressive first by doing a couple of test spots with a cutting pad and M105, which didn't yield much correction at all. It ended up taking 1500, 2000, and M105 to get the results we were seeking. The end result was a very satisfied friend.
As you can see in the photo below there is a very deep scratch next to the cleet that could not be removed. You can also see some verticle scratches just above the letter "a" in Ranger. I washed the boat, and cleaned the carpets with Folex to get things started.
Photo taken before washing.
In the photo below you can see the dirt that collect behing the windshield.
The carpet had a bunch of yellow stains from a dye used to color plastic worms. These spots were tough to remove. All of them didn't come out, but they were much less visible. I used APC+ 4:1, then Folex. The owner was quite satisfied with the results.
Photo taken before the cleaning. Wish I could have had better lighting, and a better camera to get after photo's.
The boat needs washing in this photo.
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More dirt, RIDS, and minor scratches. We were successful at removing the scratches to the right of the deep one on the left.
Dirty wheels. Mothers All Wheel Cleaner did a fabulous job cleaning these rims up, and made the brown crud roll off of fairly new tires.
Now to the scratches by the trolling motor.
That rubber coated sleeve is what caused all of this.
Another look at what needed attention.
I really wish I would have taken more time to photograph this entire process. This was my first try at doing something like this. I did two test sections with a cutting pad and M105 that told me I'd need to use sandpaper to remedy this. All sanding was done by hand (no machine) with 3M wet/dry 1500, and 2000 grit sandpaper with a foam sanding pad and some UWW+ as a lubricant. Not only did I sand the obvious spots in the pictures I took the liberty to address all the scratches along the top-rail. I just thought it would really help this boat pop. Besides, my name was going on the job. The sanding process was 5.5 hours...by arm and hammer baby.
After the sanding the boat was re-cleaned with UWW+, all (anything black or chrome) plastic trim, rub-rails, lights, gauges, and electronics were then taped off, or covered up with rags, before the polishing was started. Some scratches were simply much too deep, but the owner was informed that I felt I could at least make them look better. Here's my results.
Get the carboard and the kreeper out and finish the bottom man!!! Just look at that shiney hull.
The trailor was cleaned and sealed as well. I have about 18 hours in this over several weeks because of finals at college and inclimate weather below 40 degrees. Thank goodness for an owner who knew this may take some time to complete in advance and didn't mind. He was tickled pink when it was done, and said the boat hadn't looked that good since he bought it 10 years ago.
Here it is again.
Before
After
Before
After
After
Products & Equipment Used
Meguiar's APC+
Ultima Waterless Wash +
6.75 Craftsmen shop-vac
3M 1500/2000 wet/dry paper w/foam sanding pad and UWW+ as a lube
3M painters tape
Meguiar's G110v2
Meg's w7006 w/M105
Meg's w8006 w/M205
Ultima Tire and Trim Guard on plastic trim, then opti-sealed as well
Opti-seal on fiberglass
Lots of arm and hammer
Any and all questions/comments are welcomed.
Thanks for looking!:buffing:
Ten year old Ranger Bass Boat
This is my first show 'n shine.
This was for a veteran and friend that I've known since I was about 5 years old. He wanted a wash and wax at first, but then asked me if it were possible would I mind repairing a few spots that had scratches only along the top of the boat. These areas were where the trolling motor cables rubbed against the gel-coat. I told him I thought they'd have to be sanded out, and he gave me the green light.
I took it upon myself to take additional time to remove some other minor scratching along the top-rail from the bump guard up and the entire length of the boat. Of course, we started with the least aggressive first by doing a couple of test spots with a cutting pad and M105, which didn't yield much correction at all. It ended up taking 1500, 2000, and M105 to get the results we were seeking. The end result was a very satisfied friend.
As you can see in the photo below there is a very deep scratch next to the cleet that could not be removed. You can also see some verticle scratches just above the letter "a" in Ranger. I washed the boat, and cleaned the carpets with Folex to get things started.
Photo taken before washing.
In the photo below you can see the dirt that collect behing the windshield.
The carpet had a bunch of yellow stains from a dye used to color plastic worms. These spots were tough to remove. All of them didn't come out, but they were much less visible. I used APC+ 4:1, then Folex. The owner was quite satisfied with the results.
Photo taken before the cleaning. Wish I could have had better lighting, and a better camera to get after photo's.
The boat needs washing in this photo.
More dirt, RIDS, and minor scratches. We were successful at removing the scratches to the right of the deep one on the left.
Dirty wheels. Mothers All Wheel Cleaner did a fabulous job cleaning these rims up, and made the brown crud roll off of fairly new tires.
Now to the scratches by the trolling motor.
That rubber coated sleeve is what caused all of this.
Another look at what needed attention.
I really wish I would have taken more time to photograph this entire process. This was my first try at doing something like this. I did two test sections with a cutting pad and M105 that told me I'd need to use sandpaper to remedy this. All sanding was done by hand (no machine) with 3M wet/dry 1500, and 2000 grit sandpaper with a foam sanding pad and some UWW+ as a lubricant. Not only did I sand the obvious spots in the pictures I took the liberty to address all the scratches along the top-rail. I just thought it would really help this boat pop. Besides, my name was going on the job. The sanding process was 5.5 hours...by arm and hammer baby.
After the sanding the boat was re-cleaned with UWW+, all (anything black or chrome) plastic trim, rub-rails, lights, gauges, and electronics were then taped off, or covered up with rags, before the polishing was started. Some scratches were simply much too deep, but the owner was informed that I felt I could at least make them look better. Here's my results.
Get the carboard and the kreeper out and finish the bottom man!!! Just look at that shiney hull.
The trailor was cleaned and sealed as well. I have about 18 hours in this over several weeks because of finals at college and inclimate weather below 40 degrees. Thank goodness for an owner who knew this may take some time to complete in advance and didn't mind. He was tickled pink when it was done, and said the boat hadn't looked that good since he bought it 10 years ago.
Here it is again.
Before
After
Before
After
After
Products & Equipment Used
Meguiar's APC+
Ultima Waterless Wash +
6.75 Craftsmen shop-vac
3M 1500/2000 wet/dry paper w/foam sanding pad and UWW+ as a lube
3M painters tape
Meguiar's G110v2
Meg's w7006 w/M105
Meg's w8006 w/M205
Ultima Tire and Trim Guard on plastic trim, then opti-sealed as well
Opti-seal on fiberglass
Lots of arm and hammer
Any and all questions/comments are welcomed.
Thanks for looking!:buffing:
