Prepping and Painting with AWLGRIPS AWLCRAFT 2000 DARK GREY!

[@WadeStarkenburg]

I want to thank you for all your time and energy you put into making these videos. For a professional like yourself to share your expertise with boat enthusiasts like myself, it means a lot. Speaking for myself, you lay out the steps perfectly to give me the confidence in going forward with a boat paint restoration project. Thank you!!

[@BrianMorris-x3p]

Frankie thanks for all the instructions and training! I love watching them. Look forward to more man!

[@fishingwithnauticalw]

Best in the business! Frankie you kickass with boats!

[@phdconstructioncork]

Love it. If you ever get to Ireland 🇮🇪 the beers are on me!

[@gregwebb4629]

Mr. Bushong. What a pleasure it is to watch a seasoned pro at work. Love your take on, "There are other ways, but this Is how I do it". I have a marina friend who is just in love with your skill level and attention to deal. She is restoring 4 boats all at the same time. And has a dream of having you and a dear guest coming to Cobb Island for a weekend. All vintage, all beautiful, and all worthy of your expertise and admiration.

[@boatpaintingrestorationwit3029]

Greg, I really appreciate that!! Cobb island isn’t that far from me and I’d definitely like to come check it out. Sounds like a fun weekend. Let’s make it happen 😁👌👌

[@johnhanos1119]

Great job doing instruction. Fantastic work. A pleasure watch and a great deal learned. Thanks.

[@anthonysallee5994]

Man I've watched every one of your videos. I just picked up my first boat and I'm doing the overhaul on my own. Thanks man

[@stephenlatimer1428]

mate, simply thank you for doing this channel. well said Sean Carroll, Frankie if u ever get to australia the beers r on me. cheers and stay safe.

[@germanlopez4134]

Super great job i like it a lot i wish you were in miami so you can paint mine

[@leerussell3847]

You do truly have to be one of the best on youtube regarding boat restoration and painting, I've spent alot of time watching boat work and very few even come close to your attention to detail. Keep up the quality work mate cant understand why you dont have 100000 + subscribers

[@xvaa]

After seeing Frankies videos i painted my 20 ft Proline dark blue with amazone airless paint gun did on my own came out beautiful thanks Frankie

[@leandrewwilliams554]

I' m a first-time viewer of your videos. love your attention to detail, I've also subscribed! :)

[@mmanut]

ANOTHER BEAUTIFUL JOB AND HAPPY CUSTOMER ‼️‼️🛳🛥⛴. Vinny 🇺🇸

[@danielberube5282]

Amazing Job Frankie! You are the man. I love watching the progress.

[@markfoley4363]

You make it look easy you are the ultimate consummate professional looks badass!

[@paulstalker4186]

I've watched most of your videos, and without people trying to sell me stuff in the process is very refreshing. Top man. I'm prepping my own boat for paint at the moment and you give me the confidence and knowledge to get on with my own job. I have sprayed before, but nothing the size of a boat and marine products are completely different and new to me, or they were! Thank you!

[@sandflystudio3085]

Nice work Frankie as usual. Great attention to detail. Reminds me to always slow down. Do it right. You're a Pro. Thanks for taking the time to post.

[@boatpaintingrestorationwit3029]

Cheers mike 🍻. Thanks bud. Figured why the hell not. 👌

[@luieaus]

Thanks mate. I've been learning a lot from you. It's better than Netflix to me. Cheers

[@armandniosi7657]

Incredible man! Take care of your shoulders and neck! Nice work.

[@adamvu119]

Thank for sharing. learned a lot from you. I plan to repaint my 37’ Comercial fishing boat and Regal 402 next summer.

[@ryanwyatt4416]

Your work is top notch love watching you do your stuff and learning at the same time

[@rastagrastag9496]

Wow A+ job 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@danajoseph6705]

Frankie, I am learning a LOT from you.

[@georgesbonellodupuis8245]

Another Great a job Frankie. Can’t wait to see a sailing boat spray job. Now go fishing.!! 😀😀

[@boatpaintingrestorationwit3029]

Next one up is a 42 ft Hinckley ( sail boat ) gonna be flag blue. Stay tuned bud. And fishing is definitely happening today. Lol👌

[@fgarguilo7998]

Your videos are awesome!

[@IWORKUWATCH]

Thanks for taking the time to do the videos !!

[@IWORKUWATCH]

Were are you located?

[@boatpaintingrestorationwit3029]

I’m in va

[@elinicfurniture6860]

What a great instruction! As always!!!

[@thepimpernel6971]

Nice work bro.

[@luieaus]

I like how you wash the boat with Scotch Brite and water to remove the dust. Here in Australia, where I work, we just dust it off using clean rags and air then we clean it with wax and grease removal.

[@boatpaintingrestorationwit3029]

That’s how I used to do it as well. Then I figured out this method. It is a game changer. Allows you to get a good look at the surface before moving fwd. still have to solvent clean etc. but this is now my preferred method 👌

[@Chris-qi2sh]

Thanks Frankie, for sharing your knowledge with us. I have been working on my 24 Morgan and it shows considerable improvement through your teaching. Thanks again for your videos.🤙😁 keep up the good work 👍.

[@neaptidevlog3732]

Love your work brother 👌😎

[@solidtangent9953]

The man the myth the legend great job

[@petercassar3546]

Hi Frankie, Love the videos, could you please do a video on spray paint techniques, spray gun set up, how far to hold gun from job etc. You definitely have the knowledge. your paint jobs look tops.

[@boatpaintingrestorationwit3029]

Will do bud. And thanks 👌

[@coldh4nd]

Fab videos. What did you charge for this job? Just an approx range works if you don’t want to share exact. Appreciate you taking the time to share this job. Great work

[@6662006mido]

Well done as always m8

[@marioesther2221]

I like the work you have demonstrated this last year has been so instrumental to me, i started a couple years ago with a free1989 30 footer which has been repaired and remodeled to my liking inside now I'm getting ready for the exterior.. what color I don't know yet waiting to see more of your choices.. thank you Frankie

[@andover041254]

Frankie, I watched all of your instructions and will follow it in great detail when doing my boat. Thanks for sharing your videos, they are priceless. Question. Can you do a video on barrier coat removal all the way down to the gelcoat and how best to approach this task? Also, what is your take on Awlgrip SE and clear coat for the highest possible gloss finish?

[@dandesantis7105]

Hi Frankie, great job as always. Thank you for your detailed explainations and showing all the prep and paints steps. I notice you do two things that are contrary to Awlcraft 2000 TDS guidelines. The first is you allow a 15 minute induction period with top coats. I read the TDS several times and could not find a reference to do that. It's clearly stated for 545, but not for top coats. The other deviation is your first coat. You apply a tack coat. Awlgrip videos and the TDS state the first coat should be wet and to not apply a dust coat. Obviously, you achieve great results with your process steps. I'm curious to hear your thoughts or comments on this and if you tried a first coat wet coat, and resorted back to a tack coat for better results. Thank you!

[@rjr4084]

PRODUCT DATA SHEET AWLCRAFT® 2000 ACRYLIC URETHANE TOPCOAT: Spray application: Apply a light, smooth, slightly wet tack coat to the surface. Allow tack coat to “flash off” 15- 45 minutes. Allow the second coat to “flash off” 30-45 minutes until only slightly tacky before applying the third coat. Coats two and three are not “full, wet” coats. The second coat is a slightly heavy tack coat with the third coat just wet enough to obtain full hide (opacity) or color coverage. More than 3 coats may be required to achieve full hide (opacity) or color coverage. The Awlgrip application guide (page 49) says the same thing.

[@kylevantassel7259]

Everyone wants to paint but no one wants to put the time in on prep . Of course without the proper prep you may as well not pick up the spray gun to shoot the top coat . I hope that folks watching these get a good understand of the prep and just how much time goes into that to get a good job in the end... It sucks , believe me I know as do you , but there are no short cuts to doing this... Glad to see someone putting in the work instead of videos on how you can short cut your way through it.. You know what I mean.... KZbin is full of short cut vids....

[@SDJ7044]

Love your work. Thanks.

[@cintronedgar68cintron41]

I wish I would’ve saw this video before this guy is fantastic

[@craigerisbojangles]

Great video I recently started spraying awlgrip, you need some walk boards brother make your life a little easier, you ever use a pressure pot? That’s what we use and our lead painter uses everything way to high and you have to spray from a foot away from the boat to not get runs but it always looks orange peel, . Went to the awlgrip applicator 1 class and realized how close you need to spry to get optimum shine and minimum texture, but try being 35 and tell a 55 year old he’s been doing it wrong for 20 years , so I just do what I’m told until I get my own projects. Great content im subscribing.

[@2010willyz]

Thank you for the video. Great work. Did you paint the thru hulls or were they still just masked when you did you final walk around? I have some thruhulls in some ugly spots to get to on inside

[@liammotherway9397]

Thanks ole mate, much enjoyed

[@aaronsnead3873]

Great content!

[@ChrisjEvenson]

Is there a reason for marine applications everyone seems to go side to side vs top to bottom?

[@cintronedgar68cintron41]

I have learned so much thank you buddy

[@jasonhollingsworth662]

How long did this project take from start to finish? Prep time and finish time?

[@michaelsandborn3657]

Frankie Bushong, I am looking at a steel-hulled boat that needs painting and was wondering how should I calculate the man-hours necessary to do such a project.

[@boatpaintingrestorationwit3029]

It is hard to say without seeing the condition. sorry bud

[@kennysyachtmaintenance]

What state are you located? Great work. I'm a painter myself. Kenny's Yacht Maintenance. Where can I buy tipping brushes?

[@boatpaintingrestorationwit3029]

I’m in Virginia bud. I really don’t mess with the roll and tipping as everything I do is spray finish. I do know that Paxton and land and sea have a variety of nice brushes for that. Wish I could be of more help. Wooster is a nice brand ( I think that’s how it’s spelled) lol

[@kennysyachtmaintenance]

@@boatpaintingrestorationwit3029 Thanks Buddy. I watch your videos and they very informative. I a painter too. I'm Certified by Awlgrip. I have not used alexseal yet. It's always good learning from others

[@thomasmistretta3309]

Just Sub. Awesome videos. Can you say which dynabrade model and sanding paper you use. I've used different brands and the paper clogs up more than I see yours does. I picked up a hobie cat and want to do some repairs and your videos will help immensely.

[@hectorgalicia5225]

Where did you get your hat?

[@jasonbedell538]

Where are you located? Im getting mine ready for paint, I've never sprayed a boat but im having a hard time finding someone to spray mine,

[@boatpaintingrestorationwit3029]

I am in Virginia. Northern neck area

[@daviddailey4959]

Fantastic!

[@dalerussell6105]

Frankie, thanks for all your videos. Question, what compressor did you use to paint the large gray boat outside? I am trying to find a portable compressor large enough to paint my 28’ Center Console. Any ideas? Thanks.

[@LordBaron2023]

Between each coat are you mixing a new batch of AWLgrip? Whats the time between your coats?

[@boatpaintingrestorationwit3029]

No. I mix up one batch and it usually gets me through to the end. Depending on temperature depends on how long I wait between coats. On average I’d say on a boat this size I’ll spray a coat and take a 10-15 minute break and then spray the next coat. I always do the thumb test and if no paint sticks to my finger then it’s ready for the next coat. Keep your batch of paint in the shade and out of the sun and re-stir before putting it in the pot👌

[@LordBaron2023]

@@boatpaintingrestorationwit3029 Awesome thank you, I have a mast to respray and was hoping to lay it down all at once without mixing a new batch each time. How much product did you need/use to spray this boat?

[@oliver6533]

Great detailed instructions! After the last coat of paint do you have to polish/wax it before splash Ing? Thank you

[@boatpaintingrestorationwit3029]

Nope. They are good to go after spraying. 👌

[@ohsara7528]

i was replacing the floor of my bass boat and i just happend to cut the the hull with a jig saw about 8 inches long. what would be the best way to go about fixing it ?

[@boatpaintingrestorationwit3029]

Grind the area on the inside and apply a couple layers of 1708. 5 inch’s by 12 will be more than enough. Then backfill the gap from the outside and grind and repeat. Some might consider it over kill but I always feel like more the better. Then finish it off however you choose. Wether you use gelcoat or prime and paint. ( easy fix)👌

[@ohsara7528]

ok cool doesnt sound to hard. thank you for getting back to me on this.

[@ohsara7528]

so another question. what would i use to back fill it

[@boatpaintingrestorationwit3029]

Thickend epoxy would be my recommendation. You can use west system mixed with 406 silica, or awlfair, or any type of filler you choose really. Just something to fill the void so when you glass it there’s not a air pocket in there

[@ohsara7528]

ok cool , thank you for you help sir

[@billearnhardt2638]

Thank you 👍

[@sussexmarine5873]

Frankie, awesome work and videos. Is it better to use white 545 if painting my boat ice blue, or is the grey 545 ok? I didn't know if it would make the ice blue paint seem darker using a darker primer. Thanks, Jon.

[@boatpaintingrestorationwit3029]

I always use grey. ( for multiple reasons). Will not affect the finish color. 4 coats max and you’ll be good to go. And thx Sussex marine 👌

[@saulexxx]

Hey frank nice video good job!. One question what kind air compressor do you use to work at the boat yard?

[@boatpaintingrestorationwit3029]

I use a 23.5 cfm’s @ 175 psi. 80 gallon tank. ( speedaire by Dayton )👌

[@sailorlad]

Hi Frankie, by finishing the primer with the scotch pad, is the primer not too shiny for the top coat paint to grip to? Thanks

[@boatpaintingrestorationwit3029]

Hey bud. It leaves a excellent surface for the paint to grip to! When looking from a side view of what you have prepped it should look shiny. However this is the prep process for spraying. You don’t go as fine when rolling or brushing. 400 grit is a great finishing step/scotchbrite equivalent. Some people go as high as 600.

[@sailorlad]

@@boatpaintingrestorationwit3029 Frankie, thanks so much for taking the time to reply, I really appreciate it ....love the learning curve from your videos 👍👍👍👍

[@joseph987]

Would you interested in painting my boat? It has awl grip already. I’m looking to have it re done. 😊

[@boussog]

why are u using the acrylic filler rather than vinylester?

[@boatpaintingrestorationwit3029]

The acryl putty is a finish glazing putty that is porous free and can be top coated over without having to worry about pinholes. It’s only good for really small imperfections and pinholes. I only use it at the very end before spraying. It’s easy to use and comes in a tube. Ya don’t have to worry about it kicking on you and you don’t have to keep mixing up and cleaning knives. It saves a lot of time and works great 👌

[@emanuelcorreia7832]

How do you prevent the over spay from getting on other near boats

[@boatpaintingrestorationwit3029]

I wing it. Lol. I check the wind and other variables. The overspray doesn’t effect the boats around it. If I’m spraying outside we keep a safe distance 👌

[@daveengstrom9250]

I am getting ready to paint my boat (spray) with Awlcraft 2000. The fumes scare me a bit. What do you recommend for a respirator that is good enough for that stuff? There are so many on the market it is hard to tell based of the skimpy info they describe for each one. Thanks.

[@boatpaintingrestorationwit3029]

Hey Dave. You want to get a respirator with the organic vapor cartridges. Wish I could comment with pictures

[@davidalvarezsardinas7164]

Dear friend, it is a great pleasure to have a beer and watch your videos, I hope one day to have the opportunity to do some work with you. Best regards.... Lot of thanks...

[@itsathaithing]

Hey Frankie, I have a 53' Navigator that need paint similar to this one. I also want to go dark gray. It's currently in Wanchese, NC. Could I contact you about taking on the job?

[@boatpaintingrestorationwit3029]

Of course. Would you be able to bring the boat to me? ( Rappahannock yachts) Irvinton va.

[@itsathaithing]

@@boatpaintingrestorationwit3029 I could.

[@itsathaithing]

@@boatpaintingrestorationwit3029 Should I contact Rappahannock? Not sure how to direct message through KZbin.

[@boatpaintingrestorationwit3029]

The number here is 804-438-5353. It would be beneficial to call and talk to Patsy or Bruce and get some information from us as well as give us some information and we can take it from there. I’d love to be able to help you out. 👌

[@georgegaitanos1275]

Great work.bro. can I respectfully ask.. for a job like the above.. what or how much would you charge???? Many thanks

[@frankmelero5511]

Hi Frankie, a few months ago I asked you what you thought was the best bilge paint, I cant remember the model but you told me a epoxy paint from Sherwin Williams. Whats the name of it? Thx

[@dnnsmrgn]

Frankie , awesome info for guys like me (DIY), I have binge watched all your videos and subscribed for you new ones. I have a question . I have a 1996 2300SR Deep V MAXUM it came from the Florida coast and I live inland SC, on fresh water lake. This boat had about 4 layers of bottom coat and I would say none of it was done properly. It is gel-coat and I am in the process of taking it all the way down to the gel-coat. Should I put 3 or 4 coats of primer ( what kind of primer) and then use Petite's vivid bottom paint. My theory is it stays in the water 6 to 7 months and gel coat is porous and oxidizes. When I do the top coat I plan to use an acrylic as you stated in one of your videos . Any guidance would be appreciated , so much info on internet you read it all and your head is like mush trying to understand it all. LOL

[@boatpaintingrestorationwit3029]

Just now seeing this message bud. After you get it back to gelcoat I would recommend barrust 235. Interprotect 2000 will work also. Then bottom paint that you choose. After primer I would use a hard copper paint and do one coat of a different color then your finish color. That way whenever you see the first layer of bottom paint that’s when you know it’s time to recoat. Hope this helps. Good way to minimize paint buildup.

[@stephenstewart1020]

Hey.are painting over the gel coat? Thanks

[@boatpaintingrestorationwit3029]

Yes. Sand prime sand and paint. Good to go👌

[@tomhall3175]

Hi Frankie. Love the videos. So when you first start on a boat you use 80 grit. Clean , then fill any holes or dents , scratches. Then sand and paint primer? Thanks.

[@boatpaintingrestorationwit3029]

First thing is prescrub with comet and scotchbrite. Depending on surface condition I’ll use either 80,100, or 120 grit. Then scrub again with scotchbrite, solvent clean then prime. And thx Tom👌👌

[@boatpaintingrestorationwit3029]

Yes after sanding I fill everything I can see before priming

[@tomhall3175]

thanks Buddy@@boatpaintingrestorationwit3029

[@huntersmarinellc3904]

what psi are you spraying at for paint and primer? do you wax or polish after paint has dried?

[@boatpaintingrestorationwit3029]

I mainly spray with a constant 20-25 psi for primer and paint. But I change it up depending on size of job etc. I cut it back to about 15 when doing stripes. And even lower when doing small repairs. No I never wetsand or polish after the fact unless owner request it. ( never happens) hope this helps 👌

[@huntersmarinellc3904]

@@boatpaintingrestorationwit3029 thank you!

[@gregtsap99]

Hi Frankie, great vids! I saw you sprayed the awlcraft with the orange accuspray nozzle (1.4) , but awlgrip recommends a 1.1 nozzle, do you think the 1.4 is better? Greetings from Greece!

[@boatpaintingrestorationwit3029]

Thanks Greg. Depending on the boat and color I’ll either use the 1.2 or the 1.4. Just all depends. The 1.1 is fairly new with the accuspray setup and I do have them but haven’t used one yet. I like the 1.4 because it really throws the product out good. It’s great for bigger jobs. Once you have the paint flow and air pressure right, it atomizes perfect and lays down nice. I like using the smaller caps for repairs and smaller jobs. I’ve topcoated in the past with 1.8 and 2.0 with jet black and flag blue and they turned out awesome. These were over 40 ft. Just have to make sure the gun is dialed in. Everyone is different. The bigger the spray cap, the higher your air is and the lower your paint flow is. Hope this helps 👌

[@blackwolfjr1909]

In the next few days I'm going to be purchasing a used poorly kept Cruiser yacht so you have 3370 it's a 1988 model and it's going to need some TLC but for the most part the power plants work it's been abused by some vagrants and the swim deck on it which is my question it's been damaged I don't know if it was damaged when they both was what to The Yards where I'm purchasing it from or whether however the bloody thing is cracked and I wanted to ask you if I refiberglassed it would that be a bad idea because there's a couple of things since it's got to be repaired that I wanted to do to it like putting lighting under it I want to put like a four lights under it maybe six I seem kind of I mean I got to do I forgot to say I got to get rid of the freaking Barnacles on it I just suckers get Barnacles all over it man and I saw a video where I can just power wash them off cuz I was just going to take a flat blade scraper and but then I thought about it and the power washer is the better idea because at least with that I won't go cutting indoors damaging the hall trying to scrape the suckers off of there but anyway I know this is a lot but I am except that boat you have painted it is beautiful because even though my boat's blue and something else it's ugly as soon and just to get your take on it I was thinking about painting it Nardo Gray and blue a blue 6-in stripe and I wanted to do a pinstripe of pink and putting my mother the reason for the pink is for cancer I lost my mother in 2012 to cancer that's my reason for the pink stripe pinstripe and her name on both sides of boat but I was wondering to get something like that done what would something like that cost just as far as painting I know the boat has to be saying didn't prepped and all that kind of stuff but I just wanted to ballpark figure if you could help me out with that I'm just curious because I really have a long way to go but you know I have some work to the engines just got to be done they're not blown they just need carburetor rebuild fuel tank needs to be cleaned out you know I'm not going to rebuild any carbs I'm just going to buy a new ones I don't give a Horton a horse Nanny about rebuilding no freaking carburetors I just buy new ones but at the same token I really just want to know what you know what would I be looking at price wise to pay the 3370 Cruiser yacht to Naruto Gray with a blue stripe anyway love your video I know I'm going on and on it's a terrible habit of mine but anyway I absolutely love the gray that you painted on that boat it's absolutely beautiful

[@ralphmitchell3435]

Ah yeah , been waiting Frankie. Great job , turned out real nice! Just wondering, if the pinholes were on the entire hull is there any product you could roll on to fill the holes versus all that spreading ?

[@harmeiting8182]

What ever you put on, it has to be sanded. The more you put on, the longer you gave to sand.

[@kinfolk5180]

Hey Frankie how many gallons of paint did that take

[@boatpaintingrestorationwit3029]

2-1/2 qts of base, 1-3/4 qts converter, 25-30% reducer👌

[@firefish265]

Really? That whole hull was painted with that one bucket you mixed? Wow. I’m glad the question was asked. I’ve been binge watching your videos like others have as I’m going to outdoor paint my 36’ boat beginning of May up here on Cape Cod. I was happy to see this color as I believe I going F1010 medium gray. I’ve sprayed a little bit before but mostly small parts, first time doing a whole boat. I’ll be painting my wheelhouse and trunk cabin as well.

[@huntersmarinellc3904]

how much does a gallon of primer cover? paint also? I have a 23" Century CC I'm redoing

[@boatpaintingrestorationwit3029]

Are you painting the whole boat or just the hull?

[@huntersmarinellc3904]

@@boatpaintingrestorationwit3029 just the hull like you did in this video

[@boatpaintingrestorationwit3029]

2 qts of primer and 2 qts of topcoat is more than enough for a 23ft hull. It’s cheaper in the long run if you buy it by the gallon though. Just my opinion. Hope this helps👌

[@huntersmarinellc3904]

@@boatpaintingrestorationwit3029 ok perfect that is exactly what I needed to know. I was going to buy a gallon of each if it was gonna take more than a qt. since it would be so close to same price. Thank you so much for all the help

[@jwol48]

What psi are you running on your accuspray?

[@boatpaintingrestorationwit3029]

Between 20-25 psi

[@SuperPacificcoast]

That was really awesome, I learned a lot . Is there any type of filler that I can use for stress cracks I can use that you recommend ?

[@boatpaintingrestorationwit3029]

Sorry for late response. Just now seeing this question. If you don’t plan on grinding them out and just want to do a quick fix ( no telling how long it will last ) then I would brush epoxy in the cracks and let it dry, and then sand and use whatever filler you prefer and glaze it tight. It will hold up for a while. Maybe 6 months, maybe 10 years. Just all depends. This is called bridging the cracks. They will come back eventually. Nothing is guaranteed unless you fix them properly. ( a lot more work ) it just all depends

[@danielmorgenthaler6573]

Hey Frankie how do I get you to do my boat

[@boatpaintingrestorationwit3029]

Where are you located?

[@captainscottlum2371]

What is the name of that color grey on the AwlGrip chart, dark grey, oops i see you're using epoxy

[@boatpaintingrestorationwit3029]

That I believe was dark grey. I’d have to check. It was either dark or medium. One or the other

[@captainscottlum2371]

@@boatpaintingrestorationwit3029 Oh duh, it says Awlcraft 2000 Dark Grey right in the title! Thanks for replying, keep up the good work!

[@tommybranin7593]

When are you going to put up a video of doing this boats bootstripe and swim platform

[@boatpaintingrestorationwit3029]

Unfortunately Tommy I was crunched for time and knocked the stripe out without doing a video. I also got the platform and transom primed. And painting this coming week. It’s one of those situations where I video when I can or I just proceed with the process so I can move on with the next job. Sorry about that. It sucks but is what it is. I make the videos when I can.

[@tommybranin7593]

@@boatpaintingrestorationwit3029 That is OK I have watched your videos. for years and that is why we went with you guys. you are no question the best in Virginia at what you do. I am so glad that We get to have you make our boat look SO GOOD> Thank you brother .....

[@boatpaintingrestorationwit3029]

Tommy, it just dawned on me as to who you are. Lol. The grey around the platform and emblem in nonskid as well as the lower section of transom makes a huge difference. It is gonna be nice once it’s all finished and back in the water. Doing the platform and transom was a great decision 👌

[@tommybranin7593]

@@boatpaintingrestorationwit3029 Frankie We looked at a lot of guys your films and your eye for detail is why we picked you guys. I have never seen a Video ( may have done one I did not see) of doing the small detail work of the swim platform . You should do a quick one at the end showing what you did it should be incredible. Thank you for all you do brother. T

[@jhup9448]

Good 👍👍

[@ericmcniff1]

what sander do you recommend? 5" or 6" ? RO / DA? Brand? I have the compressor for anything, and a good vac...but if you were to buy only one sander, what would you recommend?

[@boatpaintingrestorationwit3029]

I like the dynabrade air sanders and it’s also nice to have a electric porter cable Variable speed sander for when needed as well. When I get to work tomorrow I can be more specific and let you know the dynabrade I think is the best. Everyone has their preferences though. 👌

[@ericmcniff1]

@@boatpaintingrestorationwit3029 that would be very helpful thanks. I am leaning toward a dynabrade 5" RO with 3/16" dia , vac ready (im inside mostly)

[@boatpaintingrestorationwit3029]

I use the MDL : x61H 6” by 3/16” 12,000 RPM S/N: Dl15213 Hope this helps. Get a interface pad to go with it for all finish sanding 👌👌

[@ericmcniff1]

@@boatpaintingrestorationwit3029 Thank you!!

[@enricovarraflythegroove]

Awesome :)

[@mtbman2241]

Guy with the Forrest Gump voice painting boat, nice!

[@boatpaintingrestorationwit3029]

Lol. Funny for sure.

[@fbenkautz2662]

Where is his eye protection??

[@boatpaintingrestorationwit3029]

You wear eye protection when spraying outside?? I only wear eye protection when spraying inside tanks etc. doesn’t happen often. Do you paint? Curious as to why that’s even a question? Lol

[@aleksandarcvijic192]

Do you live in fl ?

[@boatpaintingrestorationwit3029]

Va

[@danielvo8724]

They don’t do the bottom painting

[@masnurwahidsangpemula8072]

😍😍😍😍😍😍👌👌👌👌👌👌👌👌

[@jeremystory6981]

😮

[@michaelsandborn3657]

@Frankie Bushong - let me know your contact information, please. I am interested in talking about a hull painting job I need done. Thank you.

[@boatpaintingrestorationwit3029]

Rappahannock yachts in irvinton Virginia. (804)-438-5353. You will speak with a lady named patsy. Information can be exchanged at that point. Look fwd to helping you 👌👌

[@leftyk1968]

I learned more in a week that it took me to watch all your videos. Then i learned at a class i took for fiberglass and boat repairs. What a waste of $3000.00.

[@boatpaintingrestorationwit3029]

Better late than never I suppose. Lol. I feel ya👌

[@lawman390]

Hello, you are really gifted in your art. I would like for you to paint my boat if possible. If you're not too far away. Please reply.

[@boatpaintingrestorationwit3029]

Thx loveall. I am in Virginia in the middlesex/Lancaster area👌

[@lawman390]

@@boatpaintingrestorationwit3029 I'm in Florida but I wouldn't allow that to stop me from bringing it to you if I decide on it. Prep boat and paint around what price would I be looking at

[@Admosan]

Is not gelcuot

[@jonnooney7102]

I just wonder how many asses got whooped for blazing thru the parking lot while you were painting. I know you blocked it off but I also know how dumb and inconsiderate people can be !