EP-19 How To GELCOAT & Non-Skid Your Boat! - Pro-Level Gelcoat Tips & Tricks

29' Buskens Bay - Boat Build Series - Gelcoat
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[@ropeman3916]

Let's work out a trade, I'll come down there and fix that roof for a little fishing! 😂 Great content as always guys.

[@FishBumpTV]

Haha, yes, the whole roof on that section of the shop needs to be replaced actually. I hope to work on it this winter when I have more time, but it is going to be a pretty major job, and a lot of money. So we will see!

[@FuelTilt]

This channel is easy to watch. You guys answer questions before they’re even asked. Great content, guys.

[@FishBumpTV]

Appreciate it! Thanks for watching!

[@MexicoPescadoro]

Cpt Joe. It's Joe. Best boat building material on KZbin. You're an absolute perfectionist.

[@FishBumpTV]

Wow! Thank You so much! I really appreciate it. I will try to keep the quality content rolling for You guys!

[@Darryl67photo]

Thank you very much for showing us how to do it. The right way your videos are excellent. I appreciate it very much. I’ve only watched four of your videos so far and I can’t believe how much I’ve already learned. Please keep up what you’re doing and thanks again.

[@FishBumpTV]

You are very welcome, glad you are enjoying the videos!

[@bobjames8417]

Great channel, glad I found it, I am in the process of renovating a fiberglass drift boat and this has been a great learning experience.

[@FishBumpTV]

Thank you! Glad the channel has been helpful. Appreciate you watching!

[@johnbarker2698]

I can't imagine how excited you were getting the final surfaces coated. It looks great, love the color!

[@FishBumpTV]

Thank you, John! Yep, very exciting to be this close. Looking forward to seeing you guy's!

[@kennethemichael]

That looks amazing. Can't wait to see it in person.

[@FishBumpTV]

You and me both!

[@hecdc7703]

Nice work. Some people don't know how good gelcoating turns out with just a roller, and it's easier.

[@FishBumpTV]

Thanks 👍 For some boats it's a good option. Rolled is great for more of a utility application like our charter boat, where high gloss is not required. It is for sure easier than spraying. Appreciate you watching and commenting!

[@pianogal853]

It's nice to see this big project in real time!

[@FishBumpTV]

Glad you like it!

[@TEXASHANDYMANSVCS]

Another awesome video! Thank you for providing a great service. 👍

[@FishBumpTV]

Any time! Thanks for watching and commenting

[@sunshineacresbrangus7560]

Another amazing episode!! You’re so very close and it looks better every video!!

[@FishBumpTV]

Thanks! Can't wait to take you guys for a ride!

[@robertleatherwood6982]

I live in Magnolia Springs and I’ve watched every step of the way, hopefully I’ll be able to book a trip with you as my first trip ever, I respect the hard work sweat, blood and tears, you’ve put into something like this, this right here is the same reason I decided to go to college for Automotive Paint and Body I enjoy being able to take nothing and turn it into something, much respect Capt.

[@FishBumpTV]

Robert, Thank you so much for following the build! You always hope that people will enjoy the content you put out there, but if you can inspire and encourage folks, well, that's just all you can ask for! Best wishes to you and your future career!

[@imageguyimageguy1316]

Have you ever added Mineral spirits to the gelcote. It allows it to flow smooth

[@juliodiaz3675]

That boat is going to be a beast!!

[@FishBumpTV]

Thanks! Appreciate you watching!

[@ronf.109]

Looking awesome, great job explaining the process.

[@FishBumpTV]

Thank you, Sir! I appreciate it!

[@ronf.109]

Your about at the point when I left. cant wait to see the finish.

[@jasonsmith7809]

Very Cool. Thanks for the tips!

[@FishBumpTV]

Thank you! Glad you are enjoying the videos.

[@brandywineangler6748]

Pretty work! Love the series!

[@FishBumpTV]

Thank You, I really appreciate you watching!

[@specialsauce305]

Sweet color! I love it!

[@FishBumpTV]

Thanks, Me too!

[@scottpetrie8707]

A beast it will be. Can’t wait.

[@FishBumpTV]

Thanks! We are getting close!

[@scottpetrie8707]

@@FishBumpTV well it’s a little after 8:30 on Father’s Day. Go take a break my friend and enjoy the day!!

[@chuckfountain620]

Really nice color! Stealth gray is a great name! Great job! Thanks for sharing. I am a new subscriber from Texas. Looking forward to future vids.❤

[@FishBumpTV]

Awesome! Thank you! And welcome to the channel!

[@ante8210]

Amazing job guys

[@FishBumpTV]

Thank you so much!

[@bonzaibarty]

Looks great!

[@FishBumpTV]

Thank you! Much appreciated!

[@HeyUncleArt]

Great stuff!

[@FishBumpTV]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@qck57594]

Beautiful job

[@FishBumpTV]

Much appreciated!

[@cjgambill]

thank you!

[@FishBumpTV]

You're welcome! Appreciate you watching!

[@marcrocha6879]

The boat is looking good

[@FishBumpTV]

Thanks, appreciate you watching!

[@user-vb1lh2ws7d]

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[@FishBumpTV]

Thanks so much!

[@user-bx6ne2ly3k]

Great fiberglass

[@FishBumpTV]

Thanks!!

[@Rockers1121]

I have a 2005 whitewater boat .. but this boat is a 17ft V cc bay boat .. it was made by a small company in Louisiana that is nolonger in businesses (not to be confused with the bigger white water boats made out in florida where you are) ..its (really cool boat tho aside from the title steal) kinda looks like a cape horn. Lot of glass on this boat. And i really want to restore the gelcoat on the this boat badly and do a non skid surface for the decks .. i will be doing it in white tho .. and was gonna do the outside of the hull in a light grey and maybe do the outside in paint ? I(idk have not decided on paint or gelcoat coat yet for the outside hull) ... all i know is, is that your channel is very valuable to guys like myself, guys that are gonna be rolling our material on. You are so thourough in your directions. Really gives me a lot of confidence to try and take on a project like this..... maybe you could do a video on the process youys use to roll on the gel on the bottom of your boats ? Like how you lift them off the trailer and position your stands and move them while applying your material ? .. or maybe you already have a vid like that and i just havnt come across it ?

[@FishBumpTV]

Sounds like a great project boat! Thanks for the video content suggestion, I will try to do something like that for you guys in the future. I am glad you are enjoying the channel, and wish you the best of luck with your boat!

[@user-zr2rn7jw5s]

Have enjoyed watching the build and the boat is looking great - you guys really do great work. Have you kept a running tab as to what this boat has cost you to build and a running total of manhours?

[@FishBumpTV]

Glad you are enjoying the videos! It has been a multi year build, and I just bought materials along the way as needed. Over the last couple years material prices and interest rates on outboards nearly doubled, so that really put a crunch on us! I can tell you that it cost more, and took quite a bit longer to build than I originally thought. But it is performing every bit as well as I had hoped, and she should last a lifetime. Thanks for watching!

[@patrickmccullen8905]

Im working on refinishing a coin operated childrens ride thats fiberglass. I used a paint called fast dry but was investigating adding some sort of clear coat paint to make it shine. Any suggestions? Please and thank you. Love the way this boat turned out. Looks great!

[@FishBumpTV]

You might look into a product called Awlgrip, it is made by US paints. It is a marine paint system that has worked well for us in the past. Hope this helps and thanks for watching!

[@dashbumgardner9786]

This is great! Doing this project now! I do however have a Wahoo boat with “built in”nonskid/ texture in the fiberglass. I am repainting interior and not sure if I should just paint over the textured floor with the gel-coat with or without wax?? Any help would be great! Thank you!!

[@FishBumpTV]

Glad you are enjoying the content! We usually do at least 2 coats usually 3 of gelcoat on most projects. the last coat always gets wax added, if not the gel will remain very tacky. There is a company called hawkeye industries that makes a clear additive for gelcoat that makes the gelcoat lay out very nice. hope to make a video using that product in the future. You might want to check it out. even using that you still have to add wax on the last coat. hope this helps, thanks again for watching!

[@getcrazyfpv2498]

Hey Joe, great video! I’m getting ready to do a section of flooring on my boat and was wondering how many layers of fiberglass should I lay, thanks George

[@FishBumpTV]

Thanks! There is no specific amount of glass for every application, but I used 1 layer of 1708 and 1 layer of 1 oz mat to give the 1708 a nicer cosmetic finish. We also doubled up the corners with a 6 inch wide strip of 1708. That seems to be plenty for our boat, but you might want to experiment with some test panels for your project. Hope that helps, Appreciate you watching and commenting!

[@getcrazyfpv2498]

@@FishBumpTV thanks Joe, much appreciated!

[@pianogal853]

I like your hanging plastic at the ceiling - great idea! When you say 'painting', I assume you're referring to painting gelcoat 🤔

[@FishBumpTV]

Haha, yep! The plastic helps keep our fiberglass dry during heavy rain storms. Yes, meant gelcoating.

[@mmanut]

GREAT JOB GUYS, HAVE YOU DECIDED ON WHAT YOU ARE GOING TO POWER THE BOAT WITH ?? YOU HAVE TO PUT SOME MAJOR HP ON THAT BOAT ‼️ ‼️ GOOD LUCK GUYS ‼️ ‼️ Vinny 🇺🇸

[@FishBumpTV]

Yes, we have. We are installing twin Yamaha 150s with digital electronic controls. We have worked hard to save weight and feel like the hull should be a very efficient design. Economy is a big factor since this will be a charter boat. Appreciate you watching!

[@Go4Lo]

Awesome video. Are you going to sand the areas that are not non-skid, like the outside of the hull and the console smooth?

[@FishBumpTV]

Thanks! No plans to sand and polish the interior gel coat. It could be done but would be a lot more work. Since this will be our charter boat I really don't mind the roller texture. Appreciate you watching!

[@johnwoodwell2109]

Nice! Really nice. I have been looking into what to use for nonskid in the cockpit of my 17' center console -- walnut shells, Soft Sand, polymer bead aggregate like Griptex, sandblasting sand, beach sand -- and I can't tell if it really makes a difference or not. Can you tell me how you decided to use a polymer bead, and would sifted clean sand work as well? I have been thinking of sprinkling a thick layer of fine sand onto the first gelcoat, sweeping and vacuuming off the excess after the gelcoat hardens, then adding one or two more layers of gelcoat. I'm aiming for an even, fine texture that is still comfortable for bare feet. What do you think of that plan? Thank you.

[@FishBumpTV]

Glad you are enjoying the videos! I have always had good success with the griptex, it is specifically made for this kind of application. The other materials can work, but I like using marine-grade materials with a proven track record. Also, I find it easier to mix the non-skid into the paint or gel coat rather than trying to apply it to the uncured material and then having to come back and vacuum up the excess. Just my opinion, hope this helps. Good luck with Your project, and thanks for watching!

[@johnwoodwell2109]

@@FishBumpTV Thank you!

[@keithlane2933]

Question- My boat deck is filled with spider cracks do I need to dremel out each one before I start the 3 step process you laid out, or is there anything else I can do?

[@bgbass22]

How long do you wait between non-waxed application and how long do you wait to do the final waxed coat ? Thank you, nice job !

[@FishBumpTV]

It can vary, anywhere from 2 to 24 hr on average. Hope this helps. Thanks for watching

[@fredwild190]

What IS gelcoat? What's the difference between base coat and gelcoat? Great video. Thank you.

[@FishBumpTV]

Gelcoat is basically a high quality pigmented polyester resin. It is the colored exterior surface that you see on most fiberglass boats. It can be brushed, rolled or sprayed on to a surface. It can have a smooth, textured or course surface finish, depending on the application method. It is not the same thing as common marine or automotive paint. Hope that helps. Thanks for watching!

[@samikauppila7617]

Very impressive. Do you make boats for living/something related to grp boats? I wonder how someone can make such a factory made look a like boat at home. What kind of outboard setup boat is going to have, single/dual outboards? How much hp?

[@FishBumpTV]

Thanks! I am a full-time fishing guide, but I grew up in a boat-building and fishing family. I am also licensed to build boats professionally. Our family has built several hundred boats from small skiffs up to a 53 ft catamaran. We are installing twin Yamaha f150s with digital electronic controls. We expect the new boat to run in the mid to upper 40s with that motor combo. Appreciate You watching, and welcome to the channel!

[@bmanley80]

Hey mate. After your gel coat kicks without the wax the following morning are you able to just walk on it without it sticking? To you wear shoes or flip flops? Cheers mate. I’m rebuilding a Haines hunter v19c and you’re giving me a lot more confidence in being able to do a reasonable job.

[@FishBumpTV]

Glad you are enjoying the videos. The gelcoat without wax is going to be cured, but still very tacky. I would not recommend walking on it if you can avoid it. We try to gelcoat in phases so that we can work off areas that are cured with wax in it. You can also try using extension handles on your rollers, that will allow you to reach some of the more difficult areas. It can take some planning to make it work out, but it is doable. As a side note, the roller method with wax added on the last coat is more of a work boat or commercial kind of finish. It is not going to be a glossy surface when done. If you want that, you would have to wet sand, and polish the cured gelcoat, which would be a lot more work. Or go with a paint system like Awlgrip. Hope this helps, and good luck with your project!

[@geoffstein3896]

That finish is looking awesome! Can I please ask why you are rolling the gelcoat and not spraying it, and also why do you only want to wax the last coat I thought you'd wet sand between coats? Asking for advice as I am hopefully soon taking on the same task with my boat. Thanks

[@FishBumpTV]

Thanks! Gel coat certainly can be sprayed, but there can be a few drawbacks. Gel coat is thicker than most paints, therefore it requires a gun with a larger-than-normal tip or orifice. It also has a VERY short pot life when properly catalyzed, usually 10 to 15 min at most. They do make external mix gel guns, which I do have, but they are expensive. Spraying also creates a lot of overspray, which requires you to mask everything anywhere near the area you are spraying. Rolling also helps fill in small pinholes that may be harder to fill when spraying vs rolling. Rolling does create more of a textured surface than spraying does, but I wanted a slightly textured surface on this boat since it is a charter boat. As far as the wax additive, gel coat requires some kind of air inhibiter such as wax or the gel coat will remain very tacky. Making it very hard to sand. Even though most boats are built using gel coat, it is usually sprayed into a mold which gives it a very slick surface. It can be very hard to get that kind of surface if the gel isn't molded. There are some very good marine paint systems such as US paints awlcraft 2000 that you might want to consider instead of Gel coat for your refinishing project. Hope this answers your question. Appreciate you watching!

[@geoffstein3896]

@@FishBumpTV thank you so much for that very detailed reply 👍

[@stevejackson4136]

I’m restoring a 1979 Checkmate Enchanter that the top cap gel coat is in bad shape. I started wet sanding with 800 grit but that didn’t phase it. Worked my way down Fromm 800,400,320,even down to 80 grit. The gel coat was still discolored so I would like to re gel coat. This looks like what I need to do. What finish did you end up with your fairing? 80,120,320?? I really enjoy your videos

[@FishBumpTV]

With gelcoat, you do not need to fair with very fine paper like you would with paint. We used 80 grit for the fairing. With paint systems like awl grip or interlux, I usually go to 220 or 320. Rolled gel works great for our application because this is a charter boat. I don't want any gloss or shine, and it needs to be very durable. You may not be happy with the cosmetics of gel for an application like yours. The gel does NOT roll out smooth or glossy like most paints. If that sounds ok with you, then the rolled gel might be a good choice.If you want better cosmetics than gel, you might check out US Paints, awlcraft 2000 line of paints. Thanks for watching, and good luck with your project

[@stevejackson4136]

@@FishBumpTV hey Capt and thanks for your response. Since I sent the previous post I’ve been researching and found out that since I used Total Boat Total Fair to fill various dings,dents and screw holes that I need to use something like Total Boat Total Protect or some other 2 part primer since Total Fair is not compatible with gel coat. This boat is 44 years old and was actually dug out of a salvage yard here in North Ga. I have no idea how long it has been neglected. The current condition of the gel is real gritty. I don’t know if all that grittiness needs to be sanded smooth before the Total Protect is applied. I like the tip of the acetone in the bottle. Thanks

[@BloodCover]

Corona rollers and brushes are my favorite MADE IN FLORIDA

[@FishBumpTV]

Yep, they are very good. thanks for watching!

[@R222D2221]

I'm not watching for boats, I'm watching for decks. Your method is so much better than those in construction who fiberglass decks. On my old house porches I did, I used sand has the non-skid. I had to leave the sand out in the sun to dry out first. You haven't talked about a wax additive to the gel coats that they talk about on the deck of a house.

[@FishBumpTV]

Glad you are enjoying the videos. Thanks for Watching!

[@christiancivray4849]

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[@FishBumpTV]

That's fantastic! I am from the US. Welcome to the channel!

[@calevel]

To wet sand and polishing Gelcoat are two or three coats required? And if so the first two are with no wax ? I’m building a bathtub for my RV by glassing on coosa board.Thank you Sir!

[@FishBumpTV]

In my experience you will need 4 to 5 coats if you are going to be wet sanding and polishing the gelcoat. You would only add wax on the last coat. I plan on doing a video on this soon. Best of luck with your project!

[@user-hx4mm1rx5i]

Hey Joe I must of missed your installation of the rod/gaff holders. Are they just epoxied into the hull and then glasses over Thanks Crash

[@FishBumpTV]

That should be in episode 12, how to build custom Coosa rod holders and insulated fish boxes. It shows the rod holders on the thumbnail. We used the short-strand putty to place them, then glassed and faired them to the hull. I think you will enjoy that video. Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@user-hx4mm1rx5i]

Joe how did you hold the rod holders/ gussets in place ( plumb level square) while the putty cured they seemed to turn out perfect I’ve enjoyed watching you and your brother due an amazing job

[@christom1592]

How long do you like to leave it between coats of unwaxed? I’ve just rolled on a coat and unsure when to roll the next coat haha

[@FishBumpTV]

We usually wait for a minimum of 2 to 3 hrs in warm weather conditions, up to several days in some cases. I would say that 6 to 24 hrs is a good all-around between coats.

[@retodd4259]

Enough boats. When is the new season of Ozark?😅😅

[@FishBumpTV]

Haha, good one!

[@brucemckinnley5272]

Do you use one roller per layer of coating, along side the multiple mixes? Does the roller not go hard after the first mixed batch of gelcoat?

[@FishBumpTV]

If you work fast you can usually do multiple batches with one roller. But one roller per batch is a pretty safe way to go. Thanks for watching

[@cowboyoverall]

Is there a reason you don’t use the foam cabinet rollers over the fabric rollers to apply? That’s what I would use. But I don’t want to mess up and use the wrong thing.

[@FishBumpTV]

I have tried foam rollers in the past. They can work. They will still leave a textured surface, they didn't seem to hold a lot of material, and some of them would just fall apart due to the solvents in the gel. Maybe there are some new and better ones on the market. You could always buy a few, and see how they do on a test panel. I would be curious to see what you find out. If you find ones that work good, please let me know. Thanks for watching!

[@tmc.318]

Need some advice please. I need to correct some of my gelcoat work I did today where I went too long and got clumpy GC boogers in the late rolled floor areas. I want to lightly sand out the boogers and re-roll and re-texture roll but since my finish was in waxed GC I'm not sure what I can do over waxed finish. Can the wax be washed off? Do I have to do a deep sanding and start over? Can a light sanding work? What happens when you go over waxed GC with more waxed GC? Didn't you have some of that when doing your floors as you met the sides which were already waxed. I attempted way too much today. The floors, the liner, the gunnel deck all in one run. I had a guy mixing as I and we were rolling like crazy but it got way out of hand. Was trying to continue with the wet edge but for the whole 27' boat inside. I made several batches that were way too big and the thermals got hot in the pan and killed it. I used you as the inspiration, guide and appreciate ya. Thanks.

[@FishBumpTV]

80 or 120 grit sandpaper can be used to thoroughly sand the surface of of the area you want to regelcoat. Then a wipedown with acetone. The new gelcoat needs a wax free surface to bond properly. On a boat that big you would usually gelcoat in phases, Gunnel,sides, floor, etc. We have a video of when we gelcoated the interior of our 29, and it was broken down into sections. Important to remember that the warmer the Temps, the faster the gelcoat will cure, so getting a early start before air temps rise can help.You can also reduce catalyst percent down to 1 percent, and mix in one qt batches, which should help. Anyone who has worked with gelcoat for any amount of time will have had situations like this, and it can usually be corrected. Hope this helps, and thanks for watching

[@DerekStewart-cd5sq]

I have a 1995 j14 in redoing now. How would I replicate the spatter effect of drizzled multi colors. Deck gets dirty and I like the look

[@FishBumpTV]

We add a product called webbing solution to the gelcoat to make it web or splatter like that. I use a gravity feed gun with a very narrow fan and low are pressure. It does take some practice to get this to look right. I hope this helps and thanks for watching!

[@jjamoutdoors4878]

I am restoring a 198 Carolina Skiff. What would you recommend for refinishing the outside/bottom of the boat? Gelcoat or paint? I’m in Panama City Fl. Where can I order the material in the color I want?

[@FishBumpTV]

Gelcoat is thicker and tougher, but can be a lot of work if you want it to be a glossy finish. Paint will look nice right away, but you have to be careful with it. One isn't really better than the other, you just have to decide what is more important to you. We have links to many of the products we use below the description in our videos. Hope this helps and thanks for watching

[@zachofalltrades6116]

So on this job are you going to use a buffer and cut or sand to make it look wet or shiny ?

[@FishBumpTV]

You could do that, but it is a lot more work. Since this will be a charter boat we will be leaving it with the flat, roller finish. I might show how to cut and sand in a later video. Thanks for watching!

[@bermyFairn]

doing non skid on a yacht, but have a sticky surface about a month later, presuming this is the wax. What is the best way to get rid of the sticky wax on the surface? White gelcoat looks pretty bad as its catching dirt and dust, and dosnt really scrub off with detergents.

[@FishBumpTV]

The wax solution that is added to the gelcoat on the last coat is what should make the gelcoat cure and be tack free. Is it possible that the last coat did not have enough wax added, or that it was not mixed in thoroughly? That would explain the surface remaining tacky. If you have some of the gelcoat and wax solution left over from your project I would suggest doing a test panel in a controlled space and be sure that the gelcoat cures properly with the wax added. If it does then you would reapply gelcoat with the wax added over the tacky areas after thoroughly prepping the surface. This is just my opinion based on what you are describing, but if you need more consulting I can be reached through our patreon account. I hope this helps and thanks for watching!

[@rupetv556]

I gelcoated my deck and did pumice for my nonskid, used wax on my final coat. came out great, however after a few months my deck looks really dirty and doesn’t seem to get clean. I pressure washed it and still looks super dirty. Should I redo it or did I do something wrong having it cure improperly ? Shoukd I reapply a new layer with a ton more wax and a little less mekp to let it come to the surface a cure fully? I was thinking of going with a different color to hide the dirt better if not

[@FishBumpTV]

I have never used pumice as a non skid additive. I wonder if that could be part of the issue. Awlgrip griptex is my preferred nonskid. Hope this helps and thanks for watching!

[@Bentleymetalworx]

Is there anything cooler than building a boat.

[@FishBumpTV]

Haha, it is pretty cool! Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@FloridaLivin_Christian]

Once you apply the gel coat do you go and polish? How’s that process go?

[@FishBumpTV]

You can wet sand and polish, but it is a lot of work. We just left a flat roller finish on our boat. It is fine for our application, and pretty common on charter boats. thanks for watching!

[@stanwooddave9758]

Are you saying your chumming for flies with Logan? Did you get a permit first. LOL

[@FishBumpTV]

Hahaha! Yes, permit applied for! Thanks for watching!

[@pianogal853]

19:07 so, the final gel coat with wax went over the grip-coat?

[@FishBumpTV]

Yes, that is right. The last coat of gelcoat usually gets wax added in.

[@DelSolUnlimited]

What’s the name of the gray that you’re using? Can you please send me the details of the gel coat.

[@FishBumpTV]

If you watch the video just before this one, it is titled gel coat mix, how to custom mix gel coat. I show all the details. Thanks for watching!

[@rupetv556]

When you put down your base and the non skid coats how do you put the tape on and not get it the base layer dirty when it’s tacky?

[@FishBumpTV]

You can tape over gelcoat that doesn't have wax in it as long as it has cured. Just use a high quality tape like 3m blue, and don't stick the tape down real hard. On a big job like this one you have to plan the sequence that you work in. It can be a little tricky, but totally doable. Hope this helps. Thanks for watching!

[@rupetv556]

@@FishBumpTV thanks for the reply! You guys did a great job on your boat, very impressed.

[@FishBumpTV]

@@rupetv556 You are very welcome, thanks for watching

[@zingerzte4192]

Do you sand between the coats?

[@FishBumpTV]

Maybe just a light scuff by hand, but if the gelcoat is unwaxed you don't have to. Thanks for watching!

[@richardmauch1042]

How do you make gel coat shine like glass?

[@FishBumpTV]

It has to be molded, or you have to wet sand and polish it to get it to shine. Thanks for watching

[@roosterworldbreeders]

I'm confused when should topcoat be used?

[@FishBumpTV]

The last coat of gelcoat has a wax additive called modifier c wax solution. It creates a air barrier that helps the gelcoat dry tack free. Hopes this help

[@rolandoroquefl2836]

What Type of roller are you using and size

[@FishBumpTV]

Corona 6 inch. thanks for watching

[@mmac4047]

What prevents gel coat cracking?

[@FishBumpTV]

Gelcoat cracks for a number of reasons. If the material under the gel is flexing or moving it will crack. If the gel is applied to thick, or has to much solvent added to it will cause cracking, and being left out in the sun or high heat for long periods will cause cracking.

[@beachbum1808]

How long did it take to fully cure tack free?

[@FishBumpTV]

Cure times can vary according to catalyst ratios and temperature, but generally 2 to 3 hrs. Hard enough to put into service after 24 to 48hrs.

[@beachbum1808]

@@FishBumpTV how much mekp per 250ml of gelcoat?

[@jonnooney7102]

What would you expect to pay for the same boat if you had someone build one and deliver unfinished just like it sits at the end of this video ? Rough ballpark. Looks awesome and should be a tank that last forever !

[@Madsnookin]

As a boat builder to build one sell it and make money it would cost 110-130k

[@jonnooney7102]

@@Madsnookin I had about a 100K in my head for a finished boat . Crazy amount of man hours in building from scratch. I bet half was in building the plug.

[@Madsnookin]

@@jonnooney7102 no way to put a price or timeframe on the tooling that’s forsure

[@FishBumpTV]

It is hard to say. The plug and mold took more time to build than the boat itself. You guys that have been following the build know that I didn't even document that part. I can tell you that it would be very expensive to replace this boat, that is for sure! The main reason I designed and built this boat was for my charter business. I wasn't really looking at the way we built this boat from a money making viewpoint. I am sure there are guys out there that could take the molds, and go into serious production. If anyone wants to talk about that ,I would be happy to discuss. Appreciate You Guys watching!

[@Madsnookin]

@@FishBumpTV there’s no price you can put on the tooling but for a guy (with out the mold) to build a boat of that quality and sell it and make money it would be over 100 grand any day of the week

[@chattanoogafiberglass]

Hate tinting Grays on repairs 😩

[@FishBumpTV]

Yes, it can be tricky sometimes. Seems like we are seeing a lot of grays lately. Thanks for watching!

[@chattanoogafiberglass]

@@FishBumpTV trynna get my channel to where you are🤣 if you get Vid Iq you can monitor your channel. Most of my subs come from your content for some reason lol

[@stefanoskolettis]

nice

[@FishBumpTV]

Thanks for watching!

[@lorenweatherby6520]

Why dont your spray it on?

[@FishBumpTV]

Rolling goes fast, I like the textured surface, and I don't have to worry about gelcoat overspray everywhere. Thanks for watching

[@josephhanson334]

You Florida boys have the best boats. What kind of boat is that?

[@FishBumpTV]

Yep! Some really nice boats come out of Florida, but coastal Alabama gets the credit for this one. I grew up in a boat building family in Gulf Shores and the boat is my design. It is called a Buskens 2900, and this is hull number 1. Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@tamcaj]

You put masking tape on non wax gelcoat. This layer of gelcoat is not cured. When you pull the masking tape for the final coat with the wax. Did you have the surprise to peel the gelcoat under ?

[@FishBumpTV]

It is ok to put the masking tape on non-waxed gel coat that has been properly catalyzed and allowed to cure. I like to use the blue 3M easy release tape, but other brands can be used. Just be sure not to press it into the fresh gel coat too aggressively and do not leave it on for more than 12 hours. Hope this helps. Thanks for watching.

[@Michael-nx7im]

6 PARTS 505 TO 1 PART BLACK. BLACK WHAT? SO I GET WRIGHT ONE .I THINK I AM 144 ON LIST FOR PATNEON.

[@FishBumpTV]

6 parts light Grey gelcoat, to 1 part black gelcoat. Thanks for watching!

[@mudslutmusic9052]

Would this work for faded fiberglass bleachers?

[@FishBumpTV]

I don't know for sure, it's possible it would. I would do some testing on one first, just to see how it did before I did a bunch of them.