Jody I just finished my boat and in a conversation with Nick I told him I had a a friend with a body shop and he said to spray clear cote would be better than varnish...so the I put the boat in the water befor the coat and I did get some clouding so Im hoping it sands out befor I spray the clear coat .I also used system 3..not much help..But will try and find out whats up Rick Thomas