Interior wood

Voyager1

Voyager1

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Oct 29, 2017
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ODay 302 Kenosha WI
Does anyone know what type of wood the interior of the ODay 302 is. Mine is getting a bit worn, is there a way to reconditions bring some life back into the wood without sanding it down and restaining. This would be the trim work not the floor boards. I believe everything is original based on some of the photos I have seen.
 
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AlastairLC

AlastairLC

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Jan 2, 2017
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O'Day & Islander 322 & 37 Scottsdale, AZ & Owls Head, ME
Probably teak like the 322. Can post a picture?
 
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Pat

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Jun 7, 2004
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Oday 272LE Ninnescah Yacht Club, Wichita, Ks.
Voyager1 said:
Does anyone know what type of wood the interior of the ODay 302 is. Mine is getting a bit worn, is there a way to reconditions bring some life back into the wood without sanding it down and restaining. This would be the trim work not the floor boards. I believe everything is original based on some of the photos I have seen.
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Our 272 LE came from the factory and when we called O'day, they sent us a quart bottle of Merimac lacquer..
We used it for touching up spots, but eventually had to switch to something available locally....Having been on our friends 302 which he bought new, the wood was the same as on our boat.....but; this was all in 1986-7...
Rudy at D & R could probably lead you in the right direction.....
 
Will Gilmore

Will Gilmore

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Oct 19, 2017
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O'Day Mariner 19 3444 Littleton, NH
Voyager1 said:
is there a way to reconditions bring some life back into the wood without sanding it down and restaining.
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There might be. Knowing what the finish is, oil, water or alcohol base is important. Generally, you can't use water-based finishes over oil-based finishes because the oil repels the water. Water-based or alcohol-based finishes dry more completely, leaving no conflicting substances. New formulations can be designed to overcome that limitation. If the finish is original, the oil-base may not be there anymore, so you probably don't need to be concerned if it is over 30 years old.
Hand sand with 220 or 300 grit loose paper to smooth rough finish edges and give it a little tooth. Then, if a hard bright finish is desired, Epiphane Spar-varnish is considered the best. If it is an oiled finish, teak oil or something like that, choose whichever is appropriate and wipe it on with a lint-free rag. Do at least 5 coats, more for exterior wood.

-Will (Dragonfly)
 
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