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There are 2 coats of paint on the sides of the Guardian. One primer and one finish coat.

I bought some of the Interlux Interstrip to remove the paint. While it removes the topcoat it doesn't do anything to the primer.

It seems like I am left with sanding to complete the job.

Any advice on whether to use the DA or the palm sander?

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Mike, I don't know how related this is or not but my father just picked up a 62 Corvette with really nasty paint on it. When we took it to the body shop the guy told me the best way to get the paint off is using the DA sander. He said you can go heavy at first until you get to the final layer than care and finesse will get you the rest of the way. He did mention that it would be bad to take of the gelcoat. Of course this is a Corvette and not a boat but I thought the DA advise was relevant.

Good luck with your project. Looking forward to progress pics!

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Scott,
Thanks for the info. I sure would like to use the DA. Using the palm sander would take forever.

I am thinking about using 600 grit with the DA and then moving to 1000 grit (wet) with the palm. Does this make sense?

Mike

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I think it makes perfect sense. Start on a small area first in case something doesn't work right - at least the fix would be easier. Sort of like those carpet cleaners. Test a small inconspicuous are first. :)

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Mike,

I'm redoing an 11 ft Sport. I'm removing the paint with a Direct Action Sander using 80 grit paper. It's working very well.

Depending on what primer you use, it should fill the scratchs fine. I'm going to use the Interlux two part epoxy products.

Good luck,

Tom

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tommitchell,

You should note that this thread you are replying to is several years old. I believe Mike has completed the project.

Perhaps Mike could chime in and tell us how it went and what worked best for him.