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Chapter 8
HULL/DECK
HULL BOTTOM
Never use wire brushes or highly abrasive scouring pads
on your hull bottom. It could damage the gelcoat surface
or the bottom paint. e bottom of your boat needs to be
clean since the build up of natural coatings from water
or marine life can potentially create drag and a ect boat
performance. Use a turkish towel or for heavier build-up
a piece of rug to clean the bottom.
HULL/DECK
For normal dirt and insect residue nd a so bristle brush
on a long telescopic handle at an automotive store. A
good brush is designed with a curved so base to protect
objects it comes in contact with while scrubbing. Rinse
down the hull with a hose to loosen up the dirt. Use a mild
soap solution in a bucket. Use up and down strokes to
clean the hull sides. Rinse o until all residue is removed.
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