Need to improve the look of the aluminum around the deck

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Olustee bus
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Need to improve the look of the aluminum around the deck

#1 Post by Olustee bus » Sat Sep 12, 2020 2:53 am

It is very beat up. I have been looking at some paints. Anyone ever painted them. I suppose I could sand them also. What have you done?

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Re: Need to improve the look of the aluminum around the deck

#2 Post by Motor7 » Sat Sep 12, 2020 3:34 am

Either a self etching primer like Rustoleum then paint, or powder coat. Powder coat has to be done right or it will fail and look like hell. Paint looks great but scratches easy, but can be re-coated. I opted to paint some low traffic areas(supports and frame} on cabin portion of mine. On the rails I just used the green ScotchBright pads and a bucket of White Vinegar.....they came out looking good...i'd say 80% like new...check out the pics in my build thread.
1987 28' Sun Tracker Party Hut pontoon

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