Hello "djb",

I don't think it will hurt the boat to be sitting in fresh water. It just
may get slimmy with stuff growing on the bottom. This can slow your boat
down too.

Gel-cote is actually much thicker than auto paint. You can block sand it if
it is really oxidised and then buff it with a rubbing compound and then wax
it.

I think the sun is the worse thing for gel-cote.

--
Bill Kiene

Kiene's Fly Shop
Sacramento, CA, USA

Web site: www.kiene.com


"djb" wrote in message
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What can I do to protect the gel-coat, I leave my boat in the water all
summer, will this harm the exterior of the boat.
Any ideas appreciated.....
David B