Barrier coats became popular after our boats were built. I'm convinced blisters became common after more powerful pressure washers started being used at marinas. Some builders started selling their boats w barrier coats, and some dealers barrier coated new boats like auto dealers undercoated cars. Most builders switched to a different gel coat and resin to resist blisters. Our 34/36 hulls are supposed to use a resin that is water and blister resistent and a barrier coat should be unnecessary. Barrier coating the hull is a lot cheaper than bottom painting, and adds value for the life of the vessel.
When I removed all of the bottom paint on Resolute in 2007, I barrier coated the bottom for my own peace of mind, because it was an opportune time to do it. No regrets. Chuck Resolute 1990 C&C 34R Broad Creek, Magothy River, Md ----- Original Message ----- From: "CNC boat owners, cnc-list" <[email protected]> To: "CNC boat owners, cnc-list" <[email protected]> Sent: Sunday, November 30, 2014 5:27:35 PM Subject: Re: Stus-List Two paint questions Hi all- Now that the boat is put to rest for the winter, I am thinking about new projects for the spring. 1- There are a few spots where connections have leaked in the engine compartment and the paint is peeling off the metal. What kind of paint would be appropriate to repair this with to keep rust down? 2. The yard service guy took a look at the bottom of my boat prior to the blasting job (this week?) and scraped about a 6” square area to see what was there. According to him there was no barrier coat under the bottom paint, but the gel coat looked fine. I have never heard of a bottom without barrier coat. Is that possible? I certainly plan to barrier coat it this spring prior to painting, but this was a surprise. Aries 1990 C&C 34+ New London, CT _______________________________________________ This List is provided by the C&C Photo Album Email address: [email protected] To change your list preferences, including unsubscribing -- go bottom of page at: http://cnc-list.com/mailman/listinfo/cnc-list_cnc-list.com
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