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WARNING
Always work in a well-ventilated area free from open flames
when using gelcoat and fiberglass resin. Gelcoat and fiberglass
are flammable and could ignite if open flames are present,
causing death or serious injury.
For minor repairs refer to the following procedure:
1. Clean the area to be repaired and get rid of any wax or grease residues.
2. Clean out scratches, chips, and nicks.
3. Sand area to be repaired so gelcoat will bond.
4. In a separate container, measure only the amount of gelcoat you
will need. Mix a ratio of 2% ratio of catalyst to the amount of gelcoat
being used (a spoonful of gelcoat will require only a drop or two of
catalyst). Do not pour any unused portions of the gelcoat/catalyst
mixture back into either original container.
5. Apply gelcoat to area leaving a slight lift above the surface.
6. Cover the area with wax paper. It will help the mixture to set up faster.
7. Remove wax paper and shave off any extra gelcoat with a razor blade.
8. After the area is shaved smooth, start with the 400, 600, and nally
1000 grit sand papers.
9. Buff the area with compound, polish and a nish wax. You may
notice a difference between the repaired area and the original nish
due to the natural weathering process.
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