The Secrets of GELCOAT and WHAT You Need to Know!

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Fish Bump TV

Fish Bump TV

3 ай бұрын

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In this video, we will cover all the basics of gelcoat - from what it is, to how it's applied, and everything in between. Gelcoat is a crucial component in boat maintenance, and knowing how to properly work with it can save you time and money in the long run. We will discuss the different types of gelcoat, common issues that arise with gelcoat, and best practices for repairing and maintaining gelcoat on your boat. Whether you're a seasoned boater or just getting started in the world of marine maintenance, this video will provide you with all the information you need to confidently work with gelcoat.
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@FishBumpTV
@FishBumpTV 2 ай бұрын
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@thats-no-moon
@thats-no-moon 2 ай бұрын
I love the more rugged look of rolled gel coat. Nice video!
@FishBumpTV
@FishBumpTV 2 ай бұрын
Glad you liked it! Thanks for watching
@user-fk6cx6xw1u
@user-fk6cx6xw1u 2 ай бұрын
Fish bump family really love the video appreciate every aspect of it and you are absolutely right Logan has done a fantastic job with these videos great content Thanks again y'all for your time and knowledge moving forward!
@FishBumpTV
@FishBumpTV 2 ай бұрын
Wow, thank you so much for the kind words of encouragement! I will be sure to tell Logan that you said he is doing a good job, I am sure he will appreciate that! I also want to thank you for watching and being a loyal supporter of the channel!
@luisgcasiquet
@luisgcasiquet 2 ай бұрын
Very generous sharing all your knowledge. Thanks again
@FishBumpTV
@FishBumpTV 2 ай бұрын
Glad you are enjoying the videos! Thanks for watching!
@patg2544
@patg2544 2 ай бұрын
This was perfect. Now I have a way forward. Thank you.
@FishBumpTV
@FishBumpTV 2 ай бұрын
Glad it helped! Thanks for watching!
@SCBoats
@SCBoats 2 ай бұрын
I wish you would have made this video a month ago.😂 I've been struggling with gelcoat on the total rehab of a 1992 Stratos bass boat. There are a lot of conflicting opinions on KZfaq, and this video is the most concise I've seen. Thanks for the effort to make these videos. I have 2 channels myself, Swamp Cat Boat works and FDx Custom Rods, so I understand the amount of work involved. Subscribed from both!
@FishBumpTV
@FishBumpTV 2 ай бұрын
Glad I could help! Welcome to the channel and best of luck with your project!
@Doubleheader2
@Doubleheader2 2 ай бұрын
As always, nice presentation. Appreciate you sharing your knowledge.
@FishBumpTV
@FishBumpTV 2 ай бұрын
Thanks, glad you enjoyed it!
@ekhatchboosted
@ekhatchboosted 2 ай бұрын
Thank you for this straight forward video and for sharing your knowledge.
@FishBumpTV
@FishBumpTV 2 ай бұрын
Glad to help! Thanks for watching and commenting
@eriko184
@eriko184 2 ай бұрын
Thanks so much for this information once again.
@FishBumpTV
@FishBumpTV 2 ай бұрын
You are very welcome, glad to help!
@keithwenban2430
@keithwenban2430 2 ай бұрын
thanks, very much appreciate your time to make this video, learnt so much...
@FishBumpTV
@FishBumpTV 2 ай бұрын
Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching!
@cedricc2376
@cedricc2376 2 ай бұрын
Thank you captain Joe for those precious tips and demonstrations. I am following you for about a year, and this is my first comment and really want to thank you for all the time you spend sharing your experience and make boat shop operations cristal clear. I am slowly refreshing a 1980s mako 224 from my grand father. It is a hudge project but I am not in a hurry and take my time to do the right thing taking into account your tips. ❤
@FishBumpTV
@FishBumpTV 2 ай бұрын
You are very welcome! Glad you are enjoying the videos, and best of luck with your project!
@flyingpigforge
@flyingpigforge 2 ай бұрын
Wow! What a lot of info, thanks… I’ll have to watch a second time and take notes.
@FishBumpTV
@FishBumpTV 2 ай бұрын
Thanks, glad to help!
@user-el8lz5dq1s
@user-el8lz5dq1s Күн бұрын
Thank You Maestro 😀🕺💪🚤👍😍😍😍😍
@thongyiewkhong8542
@thongyiewkhong8542 2 ай бұрын
Great job captain. Thanks
@FishBumpTV
@FishBumpTV 2 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it! I appreciate you watching!
@godadgo1338
@godadgo1338 Ай бұрын
You have no idea how much you have helped me get back into glassing stuff.
@FishBumpTV
@FishBumpTV Ай бұрын
Glad to help! Thanks for watching and commenting!
@gearhed79
@gearhed79 Ай бұрын
Super helpful- thank you!
@FishBumpTV
@FishBumpTV Ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it!
@backcountrylifemagazine6912
@backcountrylifemagazine6912 2 ай бұрын
What a wealth of knowledge for a new boat builder like myself. Thanks!! Keep up the great work.
@FishBumpTV
@FishBumpTV 2 ай бұрын
Glad to help, and best of luck with your boatbuilding project !
@slagletoby
@slagletoby Ай бұрын
Hey Joe, I’m working on my 1985 16’ Privateer CC and you’ve helped me so much you have no idea. I just wanted to reach out say “thank you”! Stay Awesome 🤟
@FishBumpTV
@FishBumpTV Ай бұрын
Glad I could help! I really appreciate you watching and commenting!
@ckvasnic1
@ckvasnic1 8 күн бұрын
Wow! Awesome explanation! Thank you for sharing your time and many talents Capt Joe! All the Best!
@FishBumpTV
@FishBumpTV 2 күн бұрын
My pleasure! Glad you enjoyed it!
@vbarbara59
@vbarbara59 2 ай бұрын
Great Job on this tutorial! I have been learning so much and mostly eliminating mistakes for the sake of compatibility.. Thank you again for your effort to teach DIY's like me who own a boat and like to make her glorious! keep them coming!!
@FishBumpTV
@FishBumpTV 2 ай бұрын
Wow, thanks so much! Glad the videos are helpful and best of luck with your boat projects!
@arnoldsnodgrass2953
@arnoldsnodgrass2953 2 ай бұрын
Very, very useful. Thanks.
@FishBumpTV
@FishBumpTV 2 ай бұрын
Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching
@als1023
@als1023 24 күн бұрын
Excellent video ! This one covers the basics and details, no filler , no music , no BS. I really appreciate the update on modern materials , I learned old school, don't do a lot of fiberglass work. It is an amazing repair material for outdoor projects in the PNW, weathers beautifully in the rainy long winters. Also some great tips I learned about repairing chips in fiberglass shower stalls etc. Thank you !
@FishBumpTV
@FishBumpTV 22 күн бұрын
Thanks so much, glad the videos are helpful!
@richardpippin6159
@richardpippin6159 Ай бұрын
I’m planning on gel coating a 1967 Hinterhoeller sailboat, this information is valuable. Thanks good video!
@FishBumpTV
@FishBumpTV Ай бұрын
Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching!
@user-ye4gn4jg7b
@user-ye4gn4jg7b Ай бұрын
Very helpful! Thank you.
@FishBumpTV
@FishBumpTV Ай бұрын
Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching!
@jtwalukiewicz4100
@jtwalukiewicz4100 2 ай бұрын
Great content. Thank you
@FishBumpTV
@FishBumpTV 2 ай бұрын
Glad you liked it! Thanks for watching!
@phyllisghersi9501
@phyllisghersi9501 2 ай бұрын
great video and information.
@FishBumpTV
@FishBumpTV 2 ай бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@gillewis6666
@gillewis6666 2 ай бұрын
I love your videos and how you explain it.
@FishBumpTV
@FishBumpTV 2 ай бұрын
Glad you like them! Thanks for watching and commenting!
@earlalmario9850
@earlalmario9850 29 күн бұрын
Did awesome presentation, thanks!
@FishBumpTV
@FishBumpTV 29 күн бұрын
Glad you liked it! Thanks for watching!
@jimclark2824
@jimclark2824 2 ай бұрын
Thank you sir for another great video...
@FishBumpTV
@FishBumpTV 2 ай бұрын
You bet! Thanks for watching
@sidneyrucker8747
@sidneyrucker8747 Ай бұрын
Thanks you a very informative appreciate you
@FishBumpTV
@FishBumpTV Ай бұрын
Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching!
@jt36048
@jt36048 2 ай бұрын
Awesome explanation...!
@FishBumpTV
@FishBumpTV 2 ай бұрын
Glad you liked it!
@tamcaj
@tamcaj 2 ай бұрын
Très instructif, j’ai adoré.
@FishBumpTV
@FishBumpTV 2 ай бұрын
Thank you so much! Glad you enjoyed it!
@kevinjamescerce
@kevinjamescerce 2 ай бұрын
This is a great video. You really know your shit. I vary my approach with gelcoat jobs all the time. Usually I mix my main batch into smaller batches due to working time. I do 4-5 coats giving 5-10 minutes between coats for flash time. Usually I use patch aid in the final batch but sometimes use pva. Thanks for the video!
@FishBumpTV
@FishBumpTV 2 ай бұрын
Thanks, glad you are enjoying the videos! I appreciate you sharing your method and techniques!
@davidc7406
@davidc7406 2 ай бұрын
Thank you. That is very interesting
@FishBumpTV
@FishBumpTV 2 ай бұрын
Glad you liked it! I appreciate you watching!
@tomalric150
@tomalric150 25 күн бұрын
that was a great video
@FishBumpTV
@FishBumpTV 24 күн бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it, and thanks for watching!
@nolinovio6748
@nolinovio6748 Ай бұрын
very informative, thank you
@FishBumpTV
@FishBumpTV Ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it!
@Phoevos
@Phoevos 2 ай бұрын
great video!!
@FishBumpTV
@FishBumpTV 2 ай бұрын
Thank you!! I appreciate you watching and commenting!
@artcowan6114
@artcowan6114 2 ай бұрын
Great! Thanks!
@FishBumpTV
@FishBumpTV 2 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it, and thanks for watching!
@JavanVandeSlunt
@JavanVandeSlunt 25 күн бұрын
I just finished putting new gel coat on an old jet ski, and of all the hours of reading and learning that I did to prepare myself, this video was the most useful overview that I found. So much great info, thank you!
@FishBumpTV
@FishBumpTV 24 күн бұрын
That's fantastic! Glad the video was helpful!
@charlescamen5225
@charlescamen5225 Ай бұрын
thank you for clarifying the wax / no wax situations
@FishBumpTV
@FishBumpTV 26 күн бұрын
Glad to help!
@KennethWright5555
@KennethWright5555 29 күн бұрын
Exceptional presentation Thanks
@FishBumpTV
@FishBumpTV 29 күн бұрын
Glad you liked it! Thanks for watching and commenting!
@timgriffiths4793
@timgriffiths4793 2 ай бұрын
hey Joe, thanks so much for that info, I am about to recoat the bottom of the Kayak I am restoring, this has been a great help. love your channel.. oh and PS, thanks for including us folk that are on the other side of the world and use metric.. 😂
@FishBumpTV
@FishBumpTV 2 ай бұрын
Glad to help, and best of luck with your Kayak project!
@maddog0870
@maddog0870 27 күн бұрын
Very helpful, am subscribing now to learn more. I am concerned about gelcoating on a vertical surface and it sloughing/running down. hope one of your vids have covered it, going to look now.
@FishBumpTV
@FishBumpTV 26 күн бұрын
Welcome to the channel! Gelcoat works just fine when applied to a vertical surface. You just don't want to apply it to thick, 2 or 3 light coats works better than 1 heavy coat. I hope this helps, and thanks for watching!
@megajointen
@megajointen 2 ай бұрын
Hello I just want to say that to the People who wants the casting surface, 2 older boats in my harbour that then have been auto paintet and this Can be buffed and looks great. Best regards from Denmark Thanks for all the good work you are doing😊
@FishBumpTV
@FishBumpTV 2 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching all the way from Denmark 🇩🇰
@oldguysrockon
@oldguysrockon 2 күн бұрын
Thanks!
@rollingrecords9019
@rollingrecords9019 2 ай бұрын
You rock 💯 love your passionate videos brother
@FishBumpTV
@FishBumpTV 2 ай бұрын
Thank you so much! Glad you are enjoying the videos!
@cameron6i
@cameron6i 2 ай бұрын
I never bothered to comment and I watch a ton of KZfaq thanks for providing such helpful and thorough content really appreciate it and you have excellent delivery looking forward to seeing blow up on KZfaq
@FishBumpTV
@FishBumpTV 2 ай бұрын
Wow, thanks so much for the kind words of encouragement, it means alot! I have really been surprised by the positive response to the videos we have been making, and as the channel grows we should be able to do more and more interesting content for everyone to enjoy! I hope this is the case, and I truly appreciate you watching and commenting!
@hannesaltenfelder4302
@hannesaltenfelder4302 2 ай бұрын
17:02 I like these routine things like brushing your brush on your pullover before using it❤
@FishBumpTV
@FishBumpTV 2 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching and I appreciate your thoughts!
@tamcaj
@tamcaj 23 күн бұрын
It is one of video that will be the more useful for what I’m doing about Gelcoat.
@FishBumpTV
@FishBumpTV 22 күн бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@pauljohnstone8156
@pauljohnstone8156 2 ай бұрын
Hey Mate, thanks so much for putting so much time and effort into these videos - (and camera man) I am from Queensland Australia- in the north where the temp is hot and humid- it’s a tourist region called Port Douglas. I’ve been watching all your videos and have to say you really do a great job to explain every single detail! I’m doing up an old 1979 cruise craft 18ft and these tips you are giving are super useful. Only thing I’d say is - I’m constantly on google to check the quart and ounce to milliliters 😂- but I’m working it out slowly… so I think a quart is about 950ml Anyway thanks heaps for sharing your experience with us- I think someone said - these videos will used for the next decade. I agree well done Captain Joe ! Kind Regards Paul
@FishBumpTV
@FishBumpTV 2 ай бұрын
Wow! Welcome to the channel Paul! Thanks so much for watching all the way from Australia 🇦🇺 I am working on adding more metric measurements for the rest of the world. I hope this helps, and best of luck with your projects!
@Michael-nx7im
@Michael-nx7im 2 ай бұрын
THANK U FROM MIMS FL.
@FishBumpTV
@FishBumpTV 2 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it, and thanks for watching!
@redwood1957
@redwood1957 2 ай бұрын
Thank you.
@FishBumpTV
@FishBumpTV 2 ай бұрын
You're welcome! Thanks for watching!
@user-zq9ml6ot8u
@user-zq9ml6ot8u Ай бұрын
thanks for the content, Probably gonna be reaching out on Patreon. Regelcoating the interior of my sailboat and adding fiberglass reinforcement for a solar arch. Trying to educate myself as much as possible.
@FishBumpTV
@FishBumpTV 29 күн бұрын
Glad you are enjoying the videos, thanks for watching!
@AustinJenkins-fv5di
@AustinJenkins-fv5di Ай бұрын
Hey I love the clarity in your videos! Any way I can PM you for a just a little more information?
@coldspring624
@coldspring624 2 ай бұрын
Very good .
@FishBumpTV
@FishBumpTV 2 ай бұрын
Thank you!
@Art-jw8ho
@Art-jw8ho 2 ай бұрын
Capt Joe another great video. Had another suggestion to add to your video idea list. ….spraying gelcoat with those disposable preval sprayers. That’s the tool of choice at many marinas near me and I have wanted to give it a try
@FishBumpTV
@FishBumpTV 2 ай бұрын
Great suggestion! Thanks for watching!
@ITUMBLE4U
@ITUMBLE4U 2 ай бұрын
​@@FishBumpTV I have a few of the cheap "disposable" HF spray guns, which I think I could use if I modified the tip. What size tip/orifice would you recommend for trying to spray gelcoat? Thanks for sharing your knowledge (and links to products) in the very informative video(s)!
@hanskallens7953
@hanskallens7953 2 ай бұрын
Gracias por tus vídeos 🇨🇱🇨🇱🇨🇱🇨🇱
@FishBumpTV
@FishBumpTV 2 ай бұрын
You are very welcome! Thanks for watching!
@aloissuter1071
@aloissuter1071 2 ай бұрын
Dead Nuts On Captain 👍 Still the best all around Fiberglass boat Videos on KZfaq. Glad to see you doing One on One consultation instructions with DYI projects! Will we see the T Top build on the 29’er before the off season or we have to wait till winter?
@FishBumpTV
@FishBumpTV 2 ай бұрын
Wow, thanks! We will be posting some t top plug and mold building content very soon, so stay tuned!
@aloissuter1071
@aloissuter1071 2 ай бұрын
Can’t wait
@rgerega
@rgerega 2 ай бұрын
Great video Captain Joe. Do you have a video about repairing spider cracks on gelcoat?
@FishBumpTV
@FishBumpTV 2 ай бұрын
Thanks, glad you are enjoying the channel! I don't have a video on spider cracks in gelcoat yet. I hope to have one soon. I appreciate you watching !
@wtsmovie4825
@wtsmovie4825 2 ай бұрын
Hi ! Thanks a lot for all these advices and explanations! Now, I’m looking for some help here, I repaired some bare fibreglass under the waterline on my outboard, sand it with 80 grit and apply a coat of unwaxed gelcoat, now that this gel coat is cured can I just use interluxe interprotect 2000e on it ? Is it better to sand it first and wash with water and soap ? Or just apply the epoxy primer right on ? Cheers ✌🏼
@Four2NineProductions
@Four2NineProductions 2 ай бұрын
Thanks so much for the info. I need to fix the gel coat on my Kawasaki jetski. The damage is in the front above the waterline. I will need to build it up and sand it. Do you recommend gelcoat with wax and thickener, then sand followed by a finish gel coat with wax, or formal 27, then sand, and use gel coat w/ wax?
@davidbaize3868
@davidbaize3868 Ай бұрын
Soo helpful. What can you use between apoxy and gelcoat to apply gelcoat
@FishBumpTV
@FishBumpTV Ай бұрын
Glad to help! Generally it is not considered a good idea to apply gelcoat over epoxy as it may not cure properly or may release over time. There are some products called tie coats that I want to do some testing on before I could make a recommendation. I hope to test some of these materials soon for you all, so stay tuned!
@drifter9425
@drifter9425 2 ай бұрын
Man THANKS i just bought a skiff to re do
@FishBumpTV
@FishBumpTV 2 ай бұрын
Glad to help! Thanks for watching!
@lectro88
@lectro88 2 ай бұрын
I must say again and acknowledge how well you cover the details required to have the best results. In the most recent of time since finding your channel, you have 1 to all 3... either answered a question, covered a lingering question,. or done both and covered more in depth details. All that you covered in this vid is coming up in the future,. now it may be a year or longer or it may be several years. I too purchased a HVLP gravity with 2 & 3 mm nozzles, (very large crude tips to avoid as much thinning as possible) Thinking to myself using such a large tip is probably have a fairly coarse texture right out of the gun. After watching you roll the Busk2900 not so sure that's not going to be my chosen method. I had already figured on trying different test applications on scrap pieces before any real attempts,. but again this is years away. But thanks again.
@FishBumpTV
@FishBumpTV 2 ай бұрын
Thanks so much for the kind words! Glad the videos are helping to answer some of your questions, and I wish you the best of luck with your future boat projects!
2 ай бұрын
Thank you for your excellent videos that I have enjoyed watching😊 I have a question on gelcoat with fillers - in Denmark sold premixed as “gelcoat spartel”Used i.e. for minor kayak repairs. Does it polish ad well as pure gelcoat? Does it create more airbubbles?
@FishBumpTV
@FishBumpTV 2 ай бұрын
Glad you are enjoying the videos all of the way from Denmark 🇩🇰! I don't know if we have the products you are talking about here in the states, or I am not familiar with then. I wish I could be more help! Maybe someone reading the comments has some info that they could share. Thanks again for watching!
@eggegg6101
@eggegg6101 20 күн бұрын
Awesome video. I’m curious on your opinion on duratec hi gloss additive. It goes 50/50 with gelcoat and you don’t need pva or wax on the final coat. It apparently makes a super flat finish. It also thins the mixture for spraying. I’m torn because I want gelcoat for what it is known for, and a 50/50 additive seems risky even if it allegedly enhances the product
@FishBumpTV
@FishBumpTV 19 күн бұрын
I have used the duratec products before with good results. 50/50 is the max recommended. You can add less, and still get good results. Orca composites also makes a product called Air dry. I show it in a couple of my more recent videos. You might want to check it out. I hope this helps and thanks for watching!
@user-nf6bk3ep4j
@user-nf6bk3ep4j 2 ай бұрын
Do you have a video explaining how to make poly flake repairs to gauges and scratches. Thanks you. Your videos are great.
@FishBumpTV
@FishBumpTV 2 ай бұрын
No, sorry. We just don't do much metal flake repair work in our area. Thanks for watching!
@steptoe7542
@steptoe7542 2 ай бұрын
Hi there loving your videos. This is my first time boat project and I'm learning a lot form your clips. I have a simple question can you apply more then one coat of flowcoat/gelcoat with wax
@FishBumpTV
@FishBumpTV 2 ай бұрын
Glad you are enjoying the videos! We usually apply gelcoat with wax on the last coat only. It allows the gelcoat to fully cure, and produces a tack free surface. If you apply more gelcoat over gelcoat that has wax in it , the second coat will not bond properly. You can wipe down the wax gelcoat surface with acetone, then sand the surface well before adding another coat of gelcoat to help it bond. I hope this helps and thanks for watching!
@doug2202
@doug2202 2 ай бұрын
Awesome video capt. Love your content always. Great job by camera man If I wanted to strip bottom paint and redo with Gelcoat, would you suggest roll and tip or spray? I know it will be labor intensive
@FishBumpTV
@FishBumpTV 2 ай бұрын
Thanks so much! It could be done both ways. It might depend on what you are more comfortable with. Roll and tip is pretty easy for most people to master, but spraying can result in a quality job also. You might want to experiment some to see if you prefer one over the other. I hope this helps and thanks for watching!
@corellian2011
@corellian2011 Ай бұрын
If you are going to put bottom paint back on the bottom... no need to gelcoat. Just sand bottom, clean, and apply barrier coat and bottom pain as per manufacturers instructions. When we do bottom repairs we never gelcoat the repair unless the boat is dry stored and has no bottom paint. Believe it or not... gelcoat on the bottom of a boat causes more problems then it solves. Epoxy barrier coat protects the fiberglass and acts like a primer when done correctly.
@jamesrose7657
@jamesrose7657 Ай бұрын
I have a question, I have a couple of fiberglass dings on a fender and I plan on filling them in and then I have the metal flake match for my boat and my plan is to apply the gel coat with a preval sprayer. What mixture of styrene and MEKP would I add to the gel coat before spraying?
@kevinjamescerce
@kevinjamescerce 2 ай бұрын
I also use styrene to thin and spray with a preval if it’s not a really large area
@FishBumpTV
@FishBumpTV 2 ай бұрын
Thanks for the suggestion and for watching!
@surajsales6821
@surajsales6821 Ай бұрын
I like it
@FishBumpTV
@FishBumpTV Ай бұрын
Thanks for watching and commenting!
@thejetfire20
@thejetfire20 2 ай бұрын
Thanks for the great information. In new boat construction, is unwaxed gel coat what is used when spraying a hull mold prior to skin out and structural lamination?
@FishBumpTV
@FishBumpTV 2 ай бұрын
Yes, unwaxed gelcoat is what would be used when building a fiberglass part in a mold. Thanks for watching!
@tommysmith5825
@tommysmith5825 2 ай бұрын
Hi joe do you allow the gelcoat with out wax to dry before decorating regards Tommy
@drifter9425
@drifter9425 2 ай бұрын
Question can you gelcoat with a roller over sanded old interior of rough skiff if some paint is left in the low spots or would i be better off epoxy priming and painting 2 part paint
@makarone
@makarone 2 ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing such gems, and for teaching us! Could you please tell, is it fine to apply 4 layers of non waxed gel, with the cure time like 1-2 hours between layers, and then to let it cure for 24 hours before the last waxed layer? Thanks!
@FishBumpTV
@FishBumpTV 2 ай бұрын
Glad you are enjoying the videos! I usually like to give the gelcoat more cure time, like 2 coats a day, one in the morning and one in the afternoon. Not saying want you are asking can't work, it's just not how we do it. I hope this helps and thanks for watching!
@bretringquist2800
@bretringquist2800 2 ай бұрын
Captain Always great info from the most experienced!! Still want to know impact strength of gelcoat and or different glass layups and thickness needed to make body panels. I know your boat hulls must be brutally strong as I'm the one that wants to make datsun 510 bodies that are strong enough for the roads. We thank you for teaching us so much!!
@FishBumpTV
@FishBumpTV 2 ай бұрын
Thanks, glad you are enjoying the videos! I don't think car body panels would need to be nearly as tough as boat hulls, and the cosmetics would be very important. With that being said, I would imagine after your gelcoat is applied to the mold that 4 to 5 layers of 1 or 1.5 Oz csm and using vinyl Ester resins in the part would be a good place to start testing a part. I would be concerned that any heavy glass like 1708 might print through the finish. We frequently make test panels and experiment with different laminates before deciding what is going to work best for a particular boat application. Since we don't make car parts, I can't really say for sure what is exactly the best for what you are doing. Always test and experiment before moving forward. I hope this helps and thanks for watching!
@bretringquist2800
@bretringquist2800 2 ай бұрын
@@FishBumpTV Thanks for your time - I will try many tests. thanks for steering me in the right direction!
@Harrybollox
@Harrybollox 2 ай бұрын
Another great video, loads of useful easy to comprehend info. With the demo where you spoke of how to get a smooth finish with multiple coats and sanding, I wonder why you use a roller with such a deep nap, (it looks like it from the vid). Would it not be better to use a low nap roller designed for high gloss finishes where gloss is the aim. Also you don’t mention Peelply or any such product. I am no expert, just a KZfaq boat stuff addict so far.
@FishBumpTV
@FishBumpTV 2 ай бұрын
If I knew I was going to be sanding the gelcoat to a glossy finish I would roll out the gelcoat, then tip it with a quality paint brush to lay it down Smooth. You could also spray it to get a smoother surface to start with. I don't use peel ply personally. It is a extra expense, and it creates additional waste. Just my personal opinion. I hope this helps clarify the process I would use. Thanks for watching!
@JohnHunterPlayerr
@JohnHunterPlayerr 2 ай бұрын
9:37 can you link to a video going over how you made that gel?
@edchamberlain1879
@edchamberlain1879 10 күн бұрын
Could you apply a peel-ply to a non-waxed gel coat finish to give you a smooth finish that needs less sanding? Great videos - thanks. (from UK)
@FishBumpTV
@FishBumpTV 9 күн бұрын
That is a good question. Peel-ply is generally used to smooth out the laminate under the gelcoat. I haven't tried using it over the gelcoat, maybe it is worth a try. Might have to do a video on that one! Thanks for watching and commenting all of the way from the UK 🇬🇧
@engina1572
@engina1572 Ай бұрын
thanks alot for your videos i had a question i am prepping my boat floor i have pulled the carpet up scrapped the glue sanded then tinted and rolled a couple unwaxed coats then did a waxed coat. i am going to use my cnc router to router some foam for the top i am just wondering what do i a have to do to take the wax of the surface ? will the surface wax make my eva foam not bond well.
@FishBumpTV
@FishBumpTV Ай бұрын
Glad you are enjoying the videos! I would consider putting a light scuff on the surface of the gelcoat in the area you will be applying the foam. A wipedown with acetone, followed by a scuff with a scotchbrite pad or some 220 grit paper should get the job done. I hope this helps and thanks for watching!
@luisgcasiquet
@luisgcasiquet 2 ай бұрын
Thanks!! Wil waxed gelcoat work in vertical surfaces???
@FishBumpTV
@FishBumpTV 2 ай бұрын
Yes, it should. It is best applied in several thin coat, vs 1 or 2 very thick coats when working vertically. Thanks for watching!
@blakebergeron8852
@blakebergeron8852 2 ай бұрын
Can you please give details and where to find the pressure pot and external mix gel coat spray system.
@FishBumpTV
@FishBumpTV 2 ай бұрын
I bought the setup from a company called Minnie craft of Florida. The pot is a CA technologies 5 gal pressure pot. The gun is a Binks 2001 gw with a external catalyst mix attachment. I hope this help, and thanks for watching!
@mikeehlers4714
@mikeehlers4714 2 ай бұрын
Love your videos, I have learned a lot. My question is...what happens or what should you do if you have to add or have added multiple coats of gelcoat with wax? I know you say only the last coat should have wax, but being new to this and just learning technique and stuff I have found I usually over sand and go through the layers, so then I need to add more as I have taken away from the color matching. Hope that all makes sense. Thanks Mike
@FishBumpTV
@FishBumpTV 2 ай бұрын
Glad you are enjoying the videos! I know the wax, no wax in gelcoat thing can be tricky. In our shop we always buy gelcoat without wax, then we add the wax as needed in the last coat to allow the gelcoat to fully cure tack free. The issue with waxed gelcoat is that it needs to be wiped down with acetone and sanded before more coats can be applied or the following coats will not bond properly. There isn't alot that can be done outside of those options. I hope this helps and thanks for watching!
@BillyLeeWilson
@BillyLeeWilson Ай бұрын
A novice question to clarify for me and possible others. Would you add wax to first gelcoat layer in a mold? The side against the mold I would think you would want to harden to possibly sand and polish out after de-molding. The inside of that first layer you would want to stay tacky for laminating. I eventually plan on working with Carbon Fiber but am gaining tons of info from your channel. Thanks.
@FishBumpTV
@FishBumpTV Ай бұрын
I can see why you might think you would add wax on the first layer of a molded part, but you don't. The mold itself is waxed, and the surface of the mold inhibits the gelcoats access to air, which allows it to cure to full hardness on the mold side, but remain tacky on the inside of the mold so that the fiberglass laminate with still bond to the gelcoat. As our mold building series continues, you will get to see the process when we build the actual hard top. I hope this helps and thanks for watching!
@stevencroft4850
@stevencroft4850 2 ай бұрын
Another great video!.. A quick question please..I am looking to repair a bad gouge in the metal flake on the side of my bass boat. I was planning on filling the gouge, (which is down to the fiberglass) with fibrous putty, and then brushing gelcoat over that, before applying clear gelcoat with the metal flake. Then putting on a final coat or two of clear before covering it with Mylar. Am I doing this the right way? Your comment of not using gelcoat over fibrous putty has me concerned. Many thanks for any advice you can offer.
@FishBumpTV
@FishBumpTV 2 ай бұрын
Thanks, glad you are enjoying the videos! We don't do any metal flake work at all in our shop, but the bulk of your plan sounds good to me. As far as your filler or putty of choice goes, either thickened gelcoat, or a vinyl Ester based filler is best if you plan on going over the repair with gelcoat. It is epoxy based putty or filler than can create a curing issue with gelcoats, and that why I don't recommend epoxy based materials under gelcoat. I hope this answers your question and best of luck with your boat project!
@DanielGriffin-lr6ky
@DanielGriffin-lr6ky 2 ай бұрын
Quick question i have a 2020 yamaha fx svho limited all black wave runner. Has some gelcoat damage i need to repair in the back of ski top and side. Dock rash. Some is down to fiberglass. Can you recommend what to get for this repair? Im a total newbie any help would be greatly appreciated Watched some videos of yours and think i can do it just need some direction on what to buy
@BreezyS5
@BreezyS5 2 ай бұрын
hey man, just curious once your done with your project blazer bay, and need a project for some more video content, i have a 25ft FITZ CC that needs stringers redone, transom, floor redone, id pay for the materials, just food for thought, figured id ask, but may not be do able, but I'm not too far out from you, I'm in panama city,
@FishBumpTV
@FishBumpTV 2 ай бұрын
Thanks for the offer, but I think we might build a 15 to 16 foot skiff after the Blazer project. Thanks for watching!
@TLCBB
@TLCBB 2 ай бұрын
hello, I would like to know if fiberglass and epoxy go on a thin sheet plastic mold
@israelsanchez2368
@israelsanchez2368 28 күн бұрын
Hi joe , do you include the catilus on the gel coat first or the modify c, on the last coat or both on the same time?
@FishBumpTV
@FishBumpTV 26 күн бұрын
Gelcoat always requires catalyst, but you usually only add wax into the last coat to help it cure tack free. I hope this helps and thanks for watching!
@AK-kr9mw
@AK-kr9mw 2 ай бұрын
Thanks for the video! I have a question I want to do a gloss finish so I would do 4 to 5 coats of gelcoat without wax and the last coat with wax do I have to wait one day in between the coats of the unwaxed gel coat and do I need to scuff it up before applying another coat of unwaxed gelcoat? Thank you
@FishBumpTV
@FishBumpTV 2 ай бұрын
If you want to be able to wet sand and polish the gelcoat to a glossy finish then 4 coats is minimum, and 5 coats is pretty typical. You can shorten up the Time between coats depending on Temperature, humidity, catalyst percent added to gel etc. I just like to give each coat plenty of time to tack off and time for the solvents in the gelcoat to evaporate before adding another coat. I don't typically sand or scuff the gelcoat between coats unless some debris has fallen or blown into the gelcoat. I hope this helps and thanks for watching!
@AK-kr9mw
@AK-kr9mw 2 ай бұрын
Thank you!
@gilbertcordina
@gilbertcordina 2 ай бұрын
Thanks to you managed to perfectly fix 2 deep scratches I had in the gelcoat and saved $500. However using 2% hardner and covering the gelcoat with plastic film it was rock hard after 1.5 hrs and after 2 hrs was ready and sanded. Shouldn't it take long time to dry?
@FishBumpTV
@FishBumpTV 2 ай бұрын
That's great, 500 bucks is a nice chunk to save! Remember that 2 percent is at the top end that is recommended for gelcoat, and the thicker the application, the faster it will cure. Temperature is also a factor, and from brand to brand of materials there can be cure time variables. There can be a lot of variables when working with these materials, I think that is why people are so interested in the subject. I hope this helps, and thanks for watching!
@ne634
@ne634 2 күн бұрын
So let me make shure I understand... I'm painting the sides of the inside of my boat raw fiber glass tht had carpet over it at one time.. paint one coat then wait 24 hours then another coat repeat till I get the desired look ?then a wax cost... one more question I was gonna put carpet back at first i put spray adhesive but it soaked right in & never got sticky.. I'm I screwed or can I just go over top of it?
@TylerDWard
@TylerDWard Ай бұрын
11:30 why did you add modifier c . Didn’t you say not to add the wax when using thickened gelcoat?
@ericmeyn4380
@ericmeyn4380 2 ай бұрын
Great video. And I hope I didn’t miss this. But you do a great job of saying when to use wax, but I never heard what wax does for you. What is the purpose of the wax in the last coat?
@Michael-nx7im
@Michael-nx7im 2 ай бұрын
FROM MIKE FROM MIMS,LAST COAT WITH WAX SO WE CAN SAND TO MAKE LAST COAT LOOK LIKE IT CAME OUT OF MOLD. COAT WITH OUT WAX IS STICKY AND WILL GUM UP WHEN SANDING. WAX LAST COAT WE CAN SAND TO OUR SATISFATION, MORE SANDING MORE SATISFATION. THANK YOU , OH BY THE WAY I AM 85 AND LOVE WORKING WITH FIBERGLASS.
@FishBumpTV
@FishBumpTV 2 ай бұрын
Thanks! Wax is added to help the gelcoat fully cure to a tack free, hard surface that can then be sanded if needed or put into service. I hope this helps and I appreciate you watching!
@ericmeyn4380
@ericmeyn4380 2 ай бұрын
@@FishBumpTV Thanks! Makes sense! I guess it just wasn't making sense to me that wax would somehow make the cured product easier to sand. LOL
@andreireal9158
@andreireal9158 2 ай бұрын
I've come with a method of spraying gelcoat using HVLP with minimum orange peel, that worked well on a clear gelcoat: contrary to using a spray gun with as big nozzle as possible, use the smallest one (1.0 mm nozzle) with high pressure and preheat gelcoat (in a bucket of hot water or under the sun\ir heater). Goes like this: a small amount of gelcoat (~150g by weight) is preheated to 35-40C, than thinned with styrene 5%, than activated with 2% mkep, than quickly poured in the spray gun and sprayed immediately. The working time of this mix is about 2-3 minutes. The orange peel is pretty comparable to what you would get from a canned automotive clearcoat, so sanding and buffing is required, but not that much as after a roller. Also, while this works for the clear gelcoat, as it is more liquid, I don't know if this will work on a standard colored gelcoat. The idea was to minimize sanding - put a "base" colored gelcoat, sand it smooth up to 400-500p, than spray clear gelcoat and get a smooth mirror finish, like a car clearcoat over paint.
@FishBumpTV
@FishBumpTV 2 ай бұрын
Interesting! Thanks for sharing your thoughts and process!
@chrisrancat2808
@chrisrancat2808 2 ай бұрын
Have you ever tried putting wax paper or similarly a thin, clear plastic sheet directly onto the gelcoat? Almost like a mini mold localized to the repair. Iam thinking I will try it I just need the right job for it.
@andreireal9158
@andreireal9158 2 ай бұрын
@@chrisrancat2808 I did - the plastic food film to cure it without wax and a ceramic tile to make it perfectly flat. The results were poor. The film did help the gelcoat to cure, but created a lot of micro folds that imprinted in the surface and it had to be sanded. The ceramic tile press was better but also imprinted tile surface imperfections, so again it needed sanding.
@michaelgreenwood5222
@michaelgreenwood5222 2 ай бұрын
Hey there. I did some repairs on my boat with 3M marine premium filler on the bottom it is a vilyl ester filler. I sanded it all down smooth. Do i have to waterproof it with gel coat or can i leave as is????
@FishBumpTV
@FishBumpTV 2 ай бұрын
I would recommend sealing the vinyl Ester filler with gelcoat. That's going to give you the best results. Thanks for watching!
@steveluera2109
@steveluera2109 11 күн бұрын
Hi, if you're still there. I'm recoating a used rowing shell, not for competition, just to keep it from sinking. There is some minor cracking on the hull. Do you think one coat would be OK? I don't want to have to buy the wax additive for a second or third coat. But maybe it's not that expensive. I'll have to dig those figures up. Thanks
@FishBumpTV
@FishBumpTV 10 күн бұрын
We usually do two coats minimum on most of our work. One coat might be ok for a lightweight shell. If you are only doing one coat you will still need gelcoat with wax in it to help it cure tack free. The last coat requires wax, weather you are doing one coat or five. I hope this helps and thanks for watching!
@Skidootoronto
@Skidootoronto Ай бұрын
So I applied Gelcoat with wax to the bottom of my jetski a very liberal coat and now it started to crack any way of fixing this or do I have to resend the entire base and start again
@Josh7899ify
@Josh7899ify 2 ай бұрын
Serious question. Is that blue Columbia shirt itchy? I’ve seen sanding and glass work done by you in it countless times. Does it come out in the wash or do you own like 12 of the same long sleeve Columbia shirt and eventually toss it?
@FishBumpTV
@FishBumpTV 2 ай бұрын
I don't itch much at all, but I have probably developed a tolerance for working around fiberglass. I do like the Columbia shirts, and yes It does seem to come out in the wash, and yes I probably have 10 to 15 of exactly the same shirt. It's just my thing, I always wear a blue Columbia, and khaki colored pants or shorts to work. A good tyvek suit is always a good idea though, it will definitely help save you some wear and tear on your good clothes! I hope this helps and thanks for watching!
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