Thread subject: Whaler Central - Boston Whaler Boat Information and Photos :: Can You Gel Coat over Awlgrip?

Posted by Blackdog on 08/28/14 - 7:46 AM
#1

I have a '86 13 foot Super Sport Limited and the previous owner had painted the interior with white Awlgrip. I was wondering if I gave the surface a good sanding could I then spray Gel Coat over it?

Posted by EJO on 08/28/14 - 12:11 PM
#2

Maybe a good sanding and excellent de-greasing could do the job for you but the sanding would have to be more than just "roughing it up"
What's wrong with the Awlgrip?

Posted by Blackduck on 08/28/14 - 2:04 PM
#3

Sorry, you must remove all of the paint-even re coating Gelcoat is tricky, as bonding can be a problem.

Posted by Blackdog on 09/03/14 - 10:48 AM
#4

EJO,

I wanted to bring the interior back to the original finish but if the Awlgrip is going to be too much of a hassle to remove then I might just keep it.