Scratches in boat gel-coat

[JSparks]

Just like the title says. My dad just purchased a used Ranger boat and there are some scratches in the gel-coat. And ideas on the process for getting them out? The gel-coat is over metal flake if it makes a difference. I can obtain pics if necessary. Thanks in advance for the help.

[JSparks]

I will give the PC a try. What pad/compound combo would you suggest?

[Chewy]

I will give the PC a try. What pad/compound combo would you suggest?

 

Orange with SHR and a spritz of DS to start with. Yellow pad may be needed but start with less and go to yellow if needed.

 

Not having seen the scratches means we're running blind.

 

Chris

[JSparks]

Thanks for your quick replies. I will give it a shot and report back with the results. I will also get pics.

[Chris@Adams]

[Chewy]

A PC will work on gelcoat but it's not overly effective IMO at taking out scratches.

 

A rotary which builds up heat which aids in cutting will be a better choice. Just keep it moving or you'll burn the gelcoat.

 

I would try the least aggressive way first though, which in this case IS the PC.

 

Chris