Mys Terry wrote:
On 28 Mar 2006 07:55:11 -0800, "Denny" wrote:

Paint stripper first (just do a search on marine bottom paint
stripper)... Then SS&R the resistant lumps...
There is also soda blasting...

denny

Word of caution: Do NOT use the liguid chemical strippers sold at Home
Improvement stores. Yes they are a lot less expensive, but... It will
soften the gelcoat along with the old paint. Use only strippers
specified for use on fiberglass!

This is a very dirty, nasty job. If you are able to afford it, it is
really worth paying someone else to do this particular job.

Most professionals use a heavy scraper if the paint is really hard and
brittle. It's a tiring job, but can be quicker than applying softener, as
the paint flakes away in large chunks.