Minor Repairs - Regal 35 Sport Coupe Owner's Manual

WIRE BRUSHES, SCOURING PADS, OR OTH-
ER ABRASIVE TYPE MATERIALS
AND SOLUTIONS SHOULD NEVER
BE USED ON THE HULL OR DECK
OF YOUR BOAT.
THEY CREATE SMALL SCRATCH
MARKS THAT COLLECT MARINE GROWTH
AND OTHER FOREIGN MATERIALS.
It is recommended that you wax the gelcoat surface twice
yearly to prevent loss of gloss and to protect the nish. Use
only waxes for berglass and follow the label instructions.
Apply a 3' x 3' section at a time using clean applicator
cloths or a bu ng bonnet. When a haze develops, use a
power bu er at low speeds (1200-2000 rpm) to remove
the haze. Keep the bu er moving to avoid heat build-up.
Never wax gelcoat in the direct sun.
When the washing and waxing as recommended does not
restore the shine it may be necessary to use a ne rubbing
compound. Do not apply rubbing compound in direct
sunlight. A power bu er at low speed does an excellent job
to remove impurities from the gel coat that cause dulling.
Use light pressure and keep the bu er moving. Re-wax
after compounding to bu the surface.
"Hairline cracks" or "spider webbing" could develop in
the gelcoat surface of a hull or deck.
by impact or other factors. Small air pockets or gouges
may also occur through normal wear.
the strength of the hull or deck and can be repaired by
yourself, a marine professional or a Regal dealer.
e a ected area should be chipped or sanded away and
a thin layer of color matched gelcoat applied.
then sanded smooth and bu ed to its original luster.
Most minor scratches, nicks, and dents can be removed
by compounding the surface. Marine type compounds
can be found at most auto body supply stores. Specify a
number 25 which is a coarser compound up to a number
Cosmetic Care & Maintenance
is can be caused
ese do not a ect
is layer is
55 being less coarse. Various glazes and polishes are available
as needed. Ask your marine professional or Regal dealer
for more information. Fiberglass hulls are strong but they
can be damaged. A berglass hull has virtually no internal
stresses. us when a part is broken or punctured, the rest
of the hull retains its original shape. A severe blow will either
be absorbed or result in a de nite localized break. A break
of this nature should be checked and repaired by a marine
professional or a Regal dealer.

MINOR REPAIRS

You will need the following materials for minor repairs:
Gelcoat
Clear Liquid Catalyst
Putty Knife
Razor Blade
Fine Sandpaper (400,600,1000)
Wax Paper (to cover repair area)
AVOID BODILY INJURY!
GELCOAT & FIBERGLASS RESIN
ARE FLAMMABLE.
WORK IN A WELL VENTILATED AREA
FREE FROM OPEN FLAMES.
DO NOT SMOKE!
For minor repairs refer to the following procedure:
1. Clean the area to be repaired and get rid of any wax or
grease residues.
2. Clean out scratches, chips, and nicks.
3. Sand area to be repaired so gelcoat will bond.
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