: Just had a kayak finished with 2 - part automotive clearcoat. Came out
: looking and feeling like a mirror! My approach was to avoid the mess,
: hazzards, and equipment. I just took the sanded kayak 3 miles down the
: road to a local auto and marine shop and had them spray it. They have all
: of the equipment, fancy spray booths and know how to use the product. Cost
: me $200. No way can I put on 5 coats of Captain's or Flagship, sand
: between the coats, worry about the dust, etc. for that amount of $$. If it
: needs refinishing down the line, I will just sand it and take it back.

: Product used was PPG Stratoclear. I can take a boat in in the morning and
: pick it up in the afternoon. Paddle it the next day. The finish is a bit
: lighter than the amber tone of the varnish, but the wood shows off better.
: You might want to try this. One note. This kind of finish will show ALL of
: your minor, previously unnoticeable surface flaws.

: Grant

How about some photos and more details of those nifty fittings you bagged a few months back.

Thanks, pete Czerpak Albany, NY