"D&LBusch" wrote in message
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Hi Everyone,

I have an 88 Donzi Regazza. I'm considering removing the bottom paint. I
run the boat in fresh water in the Hudson River. Do I really need bottom
paint? Can I just polish the Gel coat and power wash it each season?
Thanks in advance.

David


Do you trailer or dock it?

If docked for the season, then you should bottom paint it. If not the
underwater growth on your hull will cause significant drag and slow you
down, resulting in higher fuel consumption.

If you don't keep it docked there is no need for bottom paint......just wash
the entire boat down after hauling it out for the day.