Best gel coat cleaner/wax ?

DL · Post by DL » Mon Jan 07, 2013 10:43 am

What is the best cleaner/wax on the market right now.

Gotta do some TLC on my boat and what I have probably expired and passed its effectiveness..

DL · Post by DL » Tue Jan 08, 2013 7:52 am

Thanks for the input. 69 views...apparently I'm the only that waxes his boat..

dwise · Post by **dwise** » Tue Jan 08, 2013 8:17 am

DL wrote:Thanks for the input. 69 views...apparently I'm the only that waxes his boat..

I use a product by 3M called 3M Fiberglass Cleaner and Wax to clean the fiberglass. I have a white hull on my boat so I get dark spots on it that regular cleaner won't take off.

After I clean the hull with the 3M, I use a spray-on product made by Hot Sauce called, "Quickie Sauce", but only because I'm too lazy to use a paste wax. I'm sure there are better wax products out there, but I have to use up what I already purchased until I run out. Then I can buy a better wax.

I use Peregrine 250 each time I get off the water to clean, wax, and take off water spots. If you have a lot of water spots on your hull you can use a product called Water Dog to take them off. Water Dog is made by the same company that makes Peregrine 250.

Sorry, I know I'm not much help.

mark poulson · Post by **mark poulson** » Tue Jan 08, 2013 8:29 am

DL wrote:Thanks for the input. 69 views...apparently I'm the only that waxes his boat..

No one likes you.

DL · Post by DL » Tue Jan 08, 2013 8:30 am

dwise wrote:
DL wrote:Thanks for the input. 69 views...apparently I'm the only that waxes his boat..
I use a product by 3M called 3M Fiberglass Cleaner and Wax to clean the fiberglass. I have a white hull on my boat so I get dark spots on it that regular cleaner won't take off.

After I clean the hull with the 3M, I use a spray-on product made by Hot Sauce called, "Quickie Sauce", but only because I'm too lazy to use a paste wax. I'm sure there are better wax products out there, but I have to use up what I already purchased until I run out. Then I can buy a better wax.

I use Peregrine 250 each time I get off the water to clean, wax, and take off water spots. If you have a lot of water spots on your hull you can use a product called Water Dog to take them off. Water Dog is made by the same company that makes Peregrine 250.

Sorry, I know I'm not much help.

So far your help has been just right, thanks. I am familiar with 3M products and will check them out. I also use Roger's Peregrine products on a regular basis, but im getting low and will need some soon...I wish he had deep cleaner wax

Thanks for your input.

DL · Post by DL » Tue Jan 08, 2013 8:31 am

mark poulson wrote:
DL wrote:Thanks for the input. 69 views...apparently I'm the only that waxes his boat..
No one likes you.

I think you may be right...

kane-o · Post by **kane-o** » Tue Jan 08, 2013 2:37 pm

i use eagle one spray wax. reasonably priced and works great..

Matt M. · Post by **Matt M.** » Tue Jan 08, 2013 5:42 pm

Dude...She's way past a cleaning/wax job. Get the buffer back out!

Brian D. · Post by **Brian D.** » Tue Jan 08, 2013 5:59 pm

Just in case you forget how its done...

Oldschool · Post by **Oldschool** » Tue Jan 08, 2013 7:48 pm

Restore-Boat cleaner and polish, L&L Products, Inc. 800/618.3377
I don't believe this has a self life expiration date.
Tom

h00ligan · Post by **h00ligan** » Tue Jan 08, 2013 9:45 pm

$5 spray detailer at Walmart does the same thing. Dont spend all that money on that Boat Bling whatever. I use a chemical i got at a detail shop for the spots and brown stains takes it right off. Its got vinigar and some other stuff im not sure but its $5 a bottle. Still both are cheaper then one of the above mentioned.

Oldschool · Post by **Oldschool** » Wed Jan 09, 2013 8:55 am

I believe the title was best, not cheapest, under $12 a quart is too much $ to protect your $20-50K bass boat. You spray this or a similar product on when you wipe down the boat after fishing each trip, a quart will last over a year, your boat looks new. Neglect your boat, put it away wet and you will spend a lot of hours and $$ to fix it.
Tom

toddmc · Post by **toddmc** » Wed Jan 09, 2013 2:00 pm

It seems like this topic comes up every few months on the forums. Research it. Peregrine 250 is probably the most popular response, but remember anything that has a cleaner with abrasives eventually wears away at the clear coat. You will need a high speed buffer to take out the small scratches that occur over time.
My 2008 Champion has stayed showroom fresh by using Bow to Stern (BTS) after every outing. It is specifically made for gel coats and is a protectant, not a wax. I almost never have to use vinegar to remove water spots. BTS protects longer in harsh conditions and doesn't hurt your gelcoat because it doesn't have any strong cleaners in it. It costs $45 a gallon at the Tackle Warehouse and will last a very long time if you spray it on a wet rag and wipe it off with a clean dry towel. Don't waste it by spraying it all over the boat like I see people doing with the other products. It is also the only product that I have tried that protects my aluminum trim in the warmer months on the Colorado River lakes. It smells like Armor All and will protect your seats also.

LEN B · Post by **LEN B** » Sun Feb 10, 2013 11:36 am

#1 Meguiars Flagship Premium Cleaner
#2 Meguiars Flagship Premium Marine Wax
#3 303 As a wipe down

LEN

Eric Ocampo · Post by **Eric Ocampo** » Sun Feb 10, 2013 2:07 pm

Wet sand / 3m imperial compound / high speed buff / 3m scotch gaurd wax
It will amaze you I promise! My boat was yellow as all hell and it did the trick

I use hot sauce or pink stuff spray at the ramp

Eric

mrobinett · Post by **mrobinett** » Sun Feb 10, 2013 8:00 pm

I gel coated for 10 years back in the 70's. The only thing to get rid of most of the discoloration is to buff them out. If you decide to try it, and it's not he easiest thing to do, let me know. I have a buffer at the shop I can loan you. Mike