Bottom paint removal

[89LASER]

I'm rebuilding a 1981 Glastron Carlson for my son, Ripped the floor out and had it replaced along with the transom. I would like to remove the old old old bottom paint. A lot came off with just a power washer but I'd like to remove the rest. Has anybody had any good luck with any chemical strippers? The gelcoat under the bottom paint seems in good condition. I figure I'll get my son to do it since it's is boat.

[TexomaPowerboater]

I've had very good luck with Captain Lee's Spra Strip removal. Can be done in a day. Spray it on let it sit for 10-15 minutes and wipes right off. Need lots of cheap white rags or some good strong shop paper towels.

[Bodhi]

I've had great results in the past with paint removers from home depot. Gets painted on like jelly and in about 2min it's crinkling up and comes off with a dull putty knife. Done a Boston whaler and an old sea ray with zero damage to gel

[Karsten]

I believe the stuff Bodhi is talking about is Citrus Strip......Organic, no odor and will hot great as long as it is a warm day.....Wear Nitrile Glove and a face shield under the boat.

Karsten

[Bodhi]

I believe the stuff Bodhi is talking about is Citrus Strip......Organic, no odor and will hot great as long as it is a warm day.....Wear Nitrile Glove and a face shield under the boat.

Karsten

Yes, thanks for catching that....I have had my results with citrus strip and a brand called clean strip...either way....wear a mask, this s**ts btutal

[Karsten]

Yes, thanks for catching that....I have had my results with citrus strip and a brand called clean strip...either way....wear a mask, this s**ts btutal

Bodhi,

I have used both Citrus Strip and Clean Strip.........Citrus Strip I have used in the kitchen sink and no odor or fumes....Clean Strip on the other hand will mess you up fast.

One is organic and the other is a chemical cleaner.

Karsten

[89LASER]

Thanks for the replies. The gelcoat under the bottom paint looks to be in good shape and the boat will always be on a trailer when not in use. I'll have my son do some work on it today. I drilled the transom last night for the backing plate and jack plate.