The owner purchased this nostalgic vessel due to fond memories of seeing it the 1960's TV Show "Flipper". The motor was operational but most of the hardware was brittle with oxidization. The deck bow was soft due to rotten wood stringers. The gelcoat was chalky and pourous due to age and exposure to the elements. There were multiple cracks on the bow of the vessel and around the failing hardware. This photo documentary will take you through the steps of the restoration.
The Process
1) Remove hardware 2) Grind out stress cracks and any holes or chips 3) Patch spots wtih Duratec 4) Prepare for priming by sanding
5) Replace Rotten stringers in the bow , fiberglass the stringers for strength and water proofing 6) Tape off the rub rail, motor, and any trim
pieces and controls not removed.
7) Spray apply Primer 8) Spray paint with White Awlgrip 9) Tape off Non Skid Area, Prep for painting
10) Roll on Light Blue Awlgrip Non-skid 11) Sand motor cowling prep, prime and paint with Black Awlgrip.
