My husband was right. That post was too long.
And now I know that paragraphs are key to easier reading here. I will break up my text from here on out!
Or
paint prep is boring.
Despite the crickets, here is an update and request for input.
I have spent two full weekends removing 40+ years of caulk and silicone. Decals and stickers. And I’m sure I missed a spot.
Another weekend of hemming and hawing over what to remove and what to tape, but I did complete the first of several
fiberglass repairs that need to happen. This is where I am now!
And here is where, if anyone is reading, I’m asking for input.
Not sure if covering the rivets is a good idea. I’d love to eliminate those white caps where the rivets are missing the cups. The ones in the photo fasten curtain rods. But I’m afraid that the rivets may flex or move and the
fiberglass could fail.
I’ve only covered a few (patched, not sanded yet). It is not easy to sand around them to remove the gel coat without jostling the back of the rivet and popping it clear off ( um... I did this).
What do YOU think?
Well, this weekend I hope to complete the
fiberglass repairs and maybe get a coat of primer on her.
I ordered Blue Water marine paint in white and lime green.
Thanks y’all,
Flora Ann