Can this be fixed? or someone *** very good lol
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Question on Gel Coat
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looks like they are in the decals and not the actual gelcoat!! If it is gelcoat, then yes..it can be repaired!! Go to www.gelcoat.ca you can order the exact colour matched repair kit and do it yourself.
Thor,
I'm trying to negotiate the price with seller on this boat and It's a 2010 Sea doo Challenger 180 215HP (16hrs). I was able to bring the seller to 17K but I am hoping that after looking at these pictures, I can bring him more down and get it fixed myself.
As you mentioned that they are in the decals (Does that mean, I'd have to buy new decals or can't be fixed at all) I noticed that decals are not that expensive, please correct me If I am wrong
I've attached few more pictures the seller sent me and it seems like fixable but it's going to take a while
I'm trying to negotiate the price with seller on this boat and It's a 2010 Sea doo Challenger 180 215HP (16hrs). I was able to bring the seller to 17K but I am hoping that after looking at these pictures, I can bring him more down and get it fixed myself.
As you mentioned that they are in the decals (Does that mean, I'd have to buy new decals or can't be fixed at all) I noticed that decals are not that expensive, please correct me If I am wrong
I've attached few more pictures the seller sent me and it seems like fixable but it's going to take a while
those don't look that bad...I think if you had a professional fibreglass detailer buff those they would come right out. Decals can be replaced and aren't too expensive. $17K is a pretty good price, it's worth trying to maybe get an extra $500 off but I wouldn't ask for too much...it may piss the seller off and kill the deal. Good luck
I agree with Thor, they don't look too bad. Concerning the decal ones....i bet Dr. Honda could make new decal for you, if you desire.
A good buffing with polishing compound or if needed a rubbing compound should take care of it.
A good buffing with polishing compound or if needed a rubbing compound should take care of it.
If it was me I would go for the 2010 boat over the 2006 boat...but then again I don't know the price or condition differences!!
Thor, that's what my wife is pushing for. The price difference is only $3800-$4000 before I do little bit more negotiation with the Seller. But I won't push him too much, because I don't want him to walk away.
2006 - 13K (have to change Ceramic Washer for sure and 62 hrs on it)
2010 - 16.8K (only 16 hrs and have to work on gelcoat and decals) - ofcourse, it's 180 NOT SE, so I'd have to invest in turf etc.. but I was going to do it in 2006 anyway.
I am more leaning towards 2010 after you guys made me comfy on GelCoat and Decals issues.
dothadoo
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In looking at the pictures, the small scratches on the side of the hull would be pretty easy to fix and would require a little wetsanding and buffing. If you get an electric buffer, be careful not to burn through the gel. The deeper scratches may have to be filled and color matched as good as possible or may make a good place for a new sticker.
I would definently go with the 2010 model, as you have the right supercharger in that one. It is really ashamed that someone just left their boat tied to a dock that was not protected by any bumpers or anything. Is the interior in good shape?
I would definently go with the 2010 model, as you have the right supercharger in that one. It is really ashamed that someone just left their boat tied to a dock that was not protected by any bumpers or anything. Is the interior in good shape?
devonte007
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You should not need much else depending on what comes in the kit. I just did a few gelcoat repairs for the first time a few weeks ago and it turned out really well. I did not buy a kit, but just a pint of white gelcoat with wax. Make sure the gelcoat has 'wax' in it which helps it cure in the presence of air, otherwise you need to cover it with plastic to keep the air out.
Here are a few other things that came in handy with my repairs:
1. disposable tiny parts brushes to apply the liquid gelcoat
2. acetone as a prep and cleaner
3. paper cups to mix the gelcoat (do not use plastic cups, the gelcoat will melt them) and some wood Popsicle sticks to mix in the color and hardener.
4. wet sand paper - I used 300, 1500, 2000, and 3000 to get it near perfect then just hit it with the buffer and looked like brand new. Be careful sanding (especially with the lower grits) and have patience. A flat sanding block will also help alot.
5. masking tape to mask off the area to be repaired
6. search the internet for videos on gelcoat repair and watch them, I learned a lot this way.
7. Dremmel tool to clean out the nicks and scrapes before you add new gelcoat. You want to smooth and bevel the edges for good adhesion of the new gelcoat. Also, absolutely make sure everything is dry and free from moisture.
This is all I can think of off the top of my head, but literally if you can spackle drywall, then you should be able to do these repairs on your own. It can be tricky to get the correct amount of hardener in there so it gives you 15 min. of working time before it thickens so mix up a test batch (or two) to make sure it stays workable for enough time and hardens good given the ambient temperature. Good luck and feel free to contact me if you have any more specific questions.
--Deven
Here are a few other things that came in handy with my repairs:
1. disposable tiny parts brushes to apply the liquid gelcoat
2. acetone as a prep and cleaner
3. paper cups to mix the gelcoat (do not use plastic cups, the gelcoat will melt them) and some wood Popsicle sticks to mix in the color and hardener.
4. wet sand paper - I used 300, 1500, 2000, and 3000 to get it near perfect then just hit it with the buffer and looked like brand new. Be careful sanding (especially with the lower grits) and have patience. A flat sanding block will also help alot.
5. masking tape to mask off the area to be repaired
6. search the internet for videos on gelcoat repair and watch them, I learned a lot this way.
7. Dremmel tool to clean out the nicks and scrapes before you add new gelcoat. You want to smooth and bevel the edges for good adhesion of the new gelcoat. Also, absolutely make sure everything is dry and free from moisture.
This is all I can think of off the top of my head, but literally if you can spackle drywall, then you should be able to do these repairs on your own. It can be tricky to get the correct amount of hardener in there so it gives you 15 min. of working time before it thickens so mix up a test batch (or two) to make sure it stays workable for enough time and hardens good given the ambient temperature. Good luck and feel free to contact me if you have any more specific questions.
--Deven
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