I used some spray can "Appliance Epoxy" (Krylon I think) on an RC boat rudder and keel. It is a hard finish that took a very high polish by wetsanding up to 1000+ , may give it a try on part of my centerboard that needs touch up.
Todd
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From: marjie clark [mailto:warrior_mom@yahoo.com]
Sent: Monday, June 09, 2003 12:52 PM
To: Seattle Fleet
Subject: Re: board brake, repair tips
The centerbard brake is easy to remove with a sharp chisel and perhaps a scraper. This time of year is probably not a good time to pursue a group blade repair fest. To keep your blades going during the sailing season fix the dings in the leading edge with body filler and block sand with 320 grit. Go to the marine coatings department of Home Depot and get some Zinzer(sic) enamel primer in the flit can. Touch up with couple coats and sand with 400, 600, 1000 grit, etc. The way Mike does his trailing edges is pretty effective for reducing vibration. I use epoxy with the recommended thickeners and this primer for all repairs on the white. Gelcoat as a last resort. Remember gelcoat cannot be put over epoxy but epoxy can be used over gelcoat or polyester resins. The jury is still out in my mind about the proper permanent paint to use on the blades. The painting is the easy part. the prep and repairs take more time and patience. I don't usually put mclube or other slick stuff on my board because it makes it more challenging during a capsize.
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Received on Mon Jun 9 14:54:18 2003