Thanks for the reply,
Its not lifting off the surface, its almost as if its oxidizing like the
'dust' you get from old fiberglass only but red. I wish it was lifting off!
I tried using a cleaner wax last time it was out and it was a never ending
rag toss with red rubbing off.

Hi phil.
It sounds like a poor paint job, most likely poor preparation. I've used
epoxy paint for years and if put on prepared surfaces never a problem.
Water
simply will not break it down.

Rey