Where is the best source for a gel coat color match for a 2012 Montauk 150?
I'm starting out on do-it-yourself hull repairs. GIve me advice.
Gel Coat Color for 2012 150 MONTAUK
Gel Coat Color for 2012 150 MONTAUK
Last edited by 69whaler on Sun Feb 13, 2022 6:42 am, edited 1 time in total.
1969 13' Sport
1974 16' Newport
1998 21' Conquest
2012 15' Montauk
1974 16' Newport
1998 21' Conquest
2012 15' Montauk
Re: Gel Coat Color Match
Marine Tex in white is all you need.
1992 Outrage 17
2019 E-TEC 90
2018 LoadRite 18280096VT
Member since 2003
2019 E-TEC 90
2018 LoadRite 18280096VT
Member since 2003
Re: Gel Coat Color Match
Phil, what’s your suggestion on repairing this? See attached photo. Damage is about 1-1.5 inches wide under bow rub rail.
1969 13' Sport
1974 16' Newport
1998 21' Conquest
2012 15' Montauk
1974 16' Newport
1998 21' Conquest
2012 15' Montauk
Re: Gel Coat Color Match
With a small nail I would pick at the cracked gelcoat to remove any loose pieces.
Apply painters tape to underside of the rubrai and 1" from the edge of the damaged area.
Sand the exposed fiberglass to rough it up.
Wipe off residue with Acetone.
Apply Marine Tex using plastic putty knife so it is just level or slightly higher. Cover with clear packing tape to get a smooth finish. If there is too much material, remove,replace and reapply tape. Remove after 2 hrs.
Apply painters tape to underside of the rubrai and 1" from the edge of the damaged area.
Sand the exposed fiberglass to rough it up.
Wipe off residue with Acetone.
Apply Marine Tex using plastic putty knife so it is just level or slightly higher. Cover with clear packing tape to get a smooth finish. If there is too much material, remove,replace and reapply tape. Remove after 2 hrs.
1992 Outrage 17
2019 E-TEC 90
2018 LoadRite 18280096VT
Member since 2003
2019 E-TEC 90
2018 LoadRite 18280096VT
Member since 2003
Re: Gel Coat Color for 2012 150 MONTAUK
Here are three REFERENCE articles and resources that discuss hull repairs to Boston Whaler boats. I recommend you read all of these:
Repairing Hull Damage the Whaler Way
by Taylor Clark
https://continuouswave.com/whaler/reference/whalerRepair.html
INSTRUCTIONS -- HULL PATCH KITS
by Boston Whaler
https://continuouswave.com/whaler/reference/repairInstructions.html
The Epoxy Cure
by Jim Hebert
https://continuouswave.com/maintenance-logs/epoxy/
The topic of making a repair to gel coat surfaces has been discussed many times. Here is a prior discussion that contains a great deal of useful information:
Gel Coat Repair
http://mail.continuouswave.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=6&t=6008
Repairing Hull Damage the Whaler Way
by Taylor Clark
https://continuouswave.com/whaler/reference/whalerRepair.html
INSTRUCTIONS -- HULL PATCH KITS
by Boston Whaler
https://continuouswave.com/whaler/reference/repairInstructions.html
The Epoxy Cure
by Jim Hebert
https://continuouswave.com/maintenance-logs/epoxy/
The topic of making a repair to gel coat surfaces has been discussed many times. Here is a prior discussion that contains a great deal of useful information:
Gel Coat Repair
http://mail.continuouswave.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=6&t=6008
Re: Gel Coat Color for 2012 150 MONTAUK
It appears that the cracks may extend up under the rubrail. I hope your repair can be made without removing it.
Our West Marine store stocks Marine Tex.
Our West Marine store stocks Marine Tex.
Butch
Re: Gel Coat Color for 2012 150 MONTAUK
Oh the rub rail! That was my next question. How do I remove it if I need to? Any tricks?
1969 13' Sport
1974 16' Newport
1998 21' Conquest
2012 15' Montauk
1974 16' Newport
1998 21' Conquest
2012 15' Montauk
Re: Gel Coat Color for 2012 150 MONTAUK
Off the top of my head.
The rub rail is made from two parts. Receiver and insert (middle piece).
Remove the insert, starting at the stern end and work your way toward the bow past the damaged area.
The receiver is attached with rivets. I would drill through the rivets for 2' on each side of the damage and try to press the down a bit to access. If more room is needed, drill more of the rivets out.
Once repaired, seal the old rivet holes with marine sealant. Position the receiver back in place and drill pilot holes through receiver and gunwale cap next to each rivet hole and then insert sealant and drive #6 x 1-1/2" stainless screws.
Reinstall the insert.
The rub rail is made from two parts. Receiver and insert (middle piece).
Remove the insert, starting at the stern end and work your way toward the bow past the damaged area.
The receiver is attached with rivets. I would drill through the rivets for 2' on each side of the damage and try to press the down a bit to access. If more room is needed, drill more of the rivets out.
Once repaired, seal the old rivet holes with marine sealant. Position the receiver back in place and drill pilot holes through receiver and gunwale cap next to each rivet hole and then insert sealant and drive #6 x 1-1/2" stainless screws.
Reinstall the insert.
1992 Outrage 17
2019 E-TEC 90
2018 LoadRite 18280096VT
Member since 2003
2019 E-TEC 90
2018 LoadRite 18280096VT
Member since 2003
Re: Gel Coat Color for 2012 150 MONTAUK
Thanks Phil for all the help. Do you know when Spring is going to be here so I can start the repairs? :)
1969 13' Sport
1974 16' Newport
1998 21' Conquest
2012 15' Montauk
1974 16' Newport
1998 21' Conquest
2012 15' Montauk