Posted By: AzCat I20 mast re enforcement - 12/04/14 02:54 PM
I want to cover a couple repair patches on my I20 mast(CF). I added a CF/epoxy patch about 2 1/2 diameter to each side of the mast at the rotator attachment. Can I use gel coat? It seems to have gel coat over a primer or transition material from the factory.
Posted By: Jake Re: I20 mast re enforcement - 12/04/14 03:07 PM
It has an Imron or some other two part paint system on it. I would use paint instead of gelcoat.
Posted By: catman Re: I20 mast re enforcement - 12/04/14 03:52 PM
Depending on the epoxy, Gel coat (polyester) may not harden or it could react badly.
If matching the paint is an issue, use something close and find a couple stickers to cover the repaired area.
Posted By: waterbug_wpb Re: I20 mast re enforcement - 12/04/14 06:25 PM
I believe Southern Spars told me it was Awlgrip "Matterhorn White"
Posted By: AzCat Re: I20 mast re enforcement - 12/04/14 08:12 PM
I do have some Imron white. I guess I'll try that. Can that go directly on the repair/ current primer/ current paint?
Posted By: Jake Re: I20 mast re enforcement - 12/04/14 09:09 PM
Yes...scuff it first with 320 grit.
Posted By: dave mosley Re: I20 mast re enforcement - 12/09/14 04:23 PM
Matterhorn White is a shelf item at your local West marine usually, its a pretty common color and/or base