My first post could have been worded better. I am not seeking to get down to the gelcoat, or the epoxy barrier coat. I want to remove most of the last layer of paint before repainting to avoid arriving (in several or more years) at paint flaking off due to having too many old coats. There is a layer of red Trinidad over the barrier coat and the last layer of paint is black. So I want to sand until I get to the red coat.
I've done this exact job with Tridnidad at least 10 times.
4 days total. two paid yard days.
Day #1 Haul out day.
They don't charge you for the haul out day usually Get it powerwashed while its wet. Let the bottom dry thoroughly.
Day #2 First yard day:
4-5 hours to tape and sand, fix any dings, then retape before painting.
1 - 2 hours to apply first coat. Check the paint film thickness with a film gauge available at any paint store for $1 or 2.
Find an old office chair on wheels to save your back. Most yards have them hanging around.
Day #3 Second yard day.
Apply 2nd coat in morning.
After it's dry to the touch, have the yard move the boat stands and sand/paint 1st coat on bare spots.
Apply 3rd coat on leading edges in the afternoon after necessary drying time to overcoat. Remove tape.
Clean up and prep boat for launch.
Come back later and paint a 2nd coat where the stands were.
Day #4 launch Day. Usually this day is free. The yard launches when it's convenient for them, not you, so it's free.
Judy B
PS don't forget to take the tape off your depth sounder and speedo plug. it doesn't come off by itself. Don't ask me how I know....
