Bottom Paint Tip

[Legend]

I was going to skip bottom painting this year but on closer inspection the orignal blue paint was strarting to show thorugh the black that is on the boat now - I know I would be kicking myself all sumer if it started to look black and blue 1/2 way through the season -
Here is the tip - this year I used Pettit Hyrdocoat paint - it is a water based paint -goes on much easier than the older paint, dries to a real smooth finish and cleans up easily and there are virtuall no fumes - I had the whole boat done in 1 1/2 hours - it does need 16 hours to dry before launch and you need to make sure it does not rain for several hours since it is water based - time will tell how good it is

 

[Fishtales]

All depends on growth particulars of your area. I've used the hydra coat for a few years. Works well in our area.

 

[eppem]

Thumbs up for Hydracoat! Pricey but multi-season.

 

[ttles714]

This is my third season with my Armored Hull boat shield.. No paint, no bottom growth...none at all...

30' marlin 300

 

[ReelJoyII]

Hello - I'm new to this forum. About to purchase my first Grady. Can't wait.

Question about bottom paint - the 300 Marlin I'm looking at has bottom paint. I will be keeping the boat on the trailer 99.9% of its life and in dry storage. This boat will not sit in the water unless the trailer needs repair. Since stripping the hull of the paint and restoring to the original gelcoat will cost as much as $5K, I'm leaning towards having the bottom painted again ($1500). Who makes a good paint that will perform and last on a boat that is trailer bound?

Thanks in advance for the replies