White Gel Coat Care

[allanrs74@gmail.com]

I have a 2016 R-27 Classic with a blue hull, tan topsides and white roof over the cabin. I have mastered keeping the blue hull gel coat looking good with periodic buffing and waxing. But I have not figured out how to do the same with the white gel coat surface of the roof. With the many curves, elevation changes, handrails, etc there is little flat surface where usual buffers can be used to remove oxidation. The surface is showing oxidation and after waxing does not look very good. I've avoided doing anything about it as it is somewhat out of sight. But when you look closely it does not look nearly as good as the other surfaces. Has anyone figured out how to maintain this surface? Are there any tricks that can help keep this surface looking good?
I look forward to hearing others thoughts. Thanks Bob A

 

[Rocky Lou]

I had my detailer on the roof of my 2019 CW that was looking very dull. According to her, Restorer wax sounds like what you need- in between sanding and cleaner wax in abrasiveness for oxidized gelcoat. If it is cracked there may need to be new gelcoat work done, but if it's just badly oxidized you'll want restorer wax, then cleaner or mid-level wax, and finally polish to protect it all. You will need lots of rags and buffing pads for the power buffer. Here's a good option for restorer wax: https://www.westmarine.com/star-bri...e§demandware§net§§WestMarine§§products§§en§US

While I have no knowledge about this work or interest in doing it myself, when she was done, you could see your reflection.

 

[Red Raven]

A mini polisher with an extension shaft works well to get in the tight spots. You’ll still want to use the full size polisher for the larger areas. There are many brands of mini polishers available. Here’s one.

SPTA Cordless Mini Polisher, 12V Cordless Multi Polisher, Micro Cordless Scratches Killer Car Polisher RO/DA Mini Auto Machine Sets With Polishing Pad And Wool Pads for polishing, Sanding and Cleaning https://a.co/d/buZhQ8x

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