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John Bryant Jr asked:

I’m looking to clean up the paint on a Lowe 28ft center console duck boat…It’s factory green paint on aluminum…Paints good no oxidation…What do you guys recommend?

Answer:

Kwik Shine is ideal for cleaning and protecting a painted aluminum boat. It’s safe for use on paint as it does not contain wax. Many manufacturers recommend that you do not apply wax on certain paints as a reaction with the sun will cause the paint to lift a bubble. Kwik Shine is all synthetic and will not do that.

In addition, Kwik Shine is an excellent cleaner. It will clean bird feces, bug splatter, fish blood, light oxidation, salt, grease, oil, dirt, grime, etc., without harming the paint. It’s low surface energy technology so it gives you a diamond hard, mirror finish that repels the attachment of dirt. You can also use it on your engine cowling, lower leg, and propeller as well as on plastic surfaces on your boat.

Below the waterline, you can use VS721 as a foul release coating, as well as to reduce drag which will give your boat better performance, better fuel economy and to make hauling and launching easier.

For the seats and vinyl surfaces on your boat, I recommend EZ Vinyl Cleaner and Vinyl Guard. The EZ Vinyl Cleaner is a heavy-duty cleaner that will remove tough dirt and grime without rotting the threads or leaving pink spots, like some household and industrial cleaners and the Vinyl Guard is the latest technology. 2 coats will last 4 to 6 months and will protect against UV, suntan lotion, food and beverage spills, fish blood and bait stains, etc., and make cleaning much easier. You’ll also love it because it’s not greasy or slippery like oil based protectants and won’t transfer onto your clothes.

Thanks for your question,

Captain Aurora

Richard Kittar

The Skipper Recommends:

KWIK SHINE

VINYL GUARD

VS721 BOTTOM COAT

EZ VINYL CLEANER

Doug asked:

Hi, I just had the exterior upholstery replaced on my boat and haven’t reinstalled the newly covered pieces yet. Since it is brand new what are your recommendations to protect it initially and for future care/maintenance?

Answer:

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Wash them first with EZ Vinyl Cleaner and then protect them with two coats of Vinyl Guard..

Vinyl Guard is a 3rd generation vinyl protector and will protect better than earlier technologies. It is not greasy, oily or slippery and will not transfer to clothing. Two coats will last up to 6 months, in temperate climates and 3 months in tropical climates. Vinyl Guard will protect against UV, suntan lotions, dirt and grime soiling, food and beverage spills, bird droppings and will maintain water resistance. Because of its durability, it requires less maintenance and is less expensive than earlier technology products that need to be reapplied every week or two.

Even though it’s brand new vinyl, it’s still important to wash first with EZ Vinyl Cleaner. The reason is that when vinyl is manufactured, excess amounts of plasticisers are added to the vinyl to act as a lubricant during calendaring and this has to be removed prior to application of Vinyl Guard so that there is no adverse reaction between the chemicals. EZ Vinyl Cleaner is a free rinsing, water based, water activated, cleaner and degreaser. It’s safe for all vinyl surfaces, non-corrosive and will not degrade stitching or leave pink spots in the vinyl.

Vinyl Guard also makes the vinyl more resistant to soiling and much easier to keep clean.

Plasticizers, usually a variety of phthalates plus adipates for low temperature resistance and trimellitates for heat resistance, are added to normally rigid PVC to make and keep it flexible and resistant. The chemical composition of vinyl can vary from manufacture to manufacture and this effects quality, price and durability. Even though plasticisers are low in volatility and do not migrate easily into the atmosphere, this will happen over time, depending on the composition and quality of the vinyl, and the process is accelerated by radiation from the sun. Vinyl Guard contains plasticisers and each application restores lost plasticisers. Regular use can double the life of your vinyl seating.

For regular maintenance, rinsing with clean water and wiping with a microfiber cloth or chamois is usually all that is required. If the seats become soiled to the point where water won’t remove the soil, you can use EZ Vinyl Cleaner and water to clean them. Light cleaning will usually not remove the Vinyl Guard but if heavy scrubbing is required to get them clean then re-application of Vinyl Guard is recommended. Otherwise cleaning and re-application as above is recommended every 3 to 6 months.

We also recommend thorough cleaning and application of Vinyl Guard prior to storage. Vinyl Guard will resist the penetration of mold stains. In the event that mold develops on the seats, it can easily be washed away with EZ Vinyl Cleaner and it will not penetrate and stain the seats. This is important as once mold stains penetrate into the vinyl, it becomes indelible and the seats need to be recovered, which as you know is expensive.

For you convenience, both EZ Vinyl Cleaner and Vinyl Guard are available in a Vinyl Care Kit.

Thanks for your question

Captain Aurora,
Richard Kittar

The Skipper Recommends:

EZ VINYL CLEANER

VINYL CARE KIT

VINYL GUARD

Raul Adan asked:

What quantity of VS721 should I get for a 25′ boat.

Answer:

Hi Raul,

One bottle of VS721 is sufficient for about 400 sq ft of coverage, but you need 2 coats, so 200 sq ft of boat. This would be an average 24 ft mono hull boat.

At 25 ft, your boat is a little larger but depending on the type of hull, beam, and hull configuration, it may be enough or you might need a little more. If you buy 2 bottles to be on the safe side, any left over can be used next year or you can also apply it to the lower leg of your motor, trim tabs, transducers and extra along the waterline. VS721 has a shelf life of 3 years.

Thanks for your question,

Richard Kittar
Captain Aurora

The Skipper Recommends:

VS721 BOTTOM COAT

BOAT SCRUB

BOAT CLEAN PLUS

MARINE POWER MITT

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Jeff asked:

I would like to know what size compressor is need for your linear buffer?

Answer:

Hi Jeff,

To run the Power Point Linear Buffer, the data sheet says 8 cfm and minimum 90 psi. I’ve had success using a portable pancake compressor that generates 100 psi. The only problem that I had was that it runs continuously and you need to pause between passes to allow the small tank to recharge, so it’s a bit slower than if you use a larger machine.

Thanks for your question,

Captain Aurora

Richard Kittar

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LINEAR BUFFER

ALUMABUFF

ALUMABUFF PAD KIT

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Marc Bernier Asked:

How would you rate your product VS721 BOTTOM COAT compared to VC 17? I am racing a Mirage 24 sailboat and most people at the club (including me) use VC17.

Answer:

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Hi Marc,

In terms of antifouling properties, VS721 Bottom Coat will give you about the same protection as VC17. In terms of performance, VS721 Bottom Coat has been proven on the racecourse. World Championships, National Championships, etc., etc., and has been acknowledged by the racers as been a significant contributing factor to their success.

In addition, some of the benefits of VS721 Bottom Coat are:

• Works in salt and fresh water.
• Use on power, sail, trailered boats
• Protection against algae, barnacles and zebra mussels.
• Less cost.
• Easier application.
• No sanding or scraping.
• No painting, sanding and burnishing.
• No toxins or poisons to deal with.
• No silicones or Teflon.
• Environment friendly
• Inert and stable, even at high speeds
• No environmental concerns when applying or cleaning.
• Won’t harm fish or other marine life.
• Reduces spread of non-indigenous species from one body of water to another.
• No present or future regulatory concerns to deal with.
• Can be used in all bodies of water, even when antifouling paints are prohibited.
• You can DIY (Do It Yourself) without a permit or regulatory training.
• No government restrictions.
• Clear coating allows you to see the condition of your hull at all times without stripping away the paint.
• Osmosis protection.
• Higher top speed.
• Faster tacking
• Better acceleration.
• Better light air performance for sailboats.
• Improved handling.
• Inert, will not rub or slough off into the water or onto trailer or slings.
• Easier to launch and haul trailered boats.
• Safer when people are swimming near your boat
• Improved appearance, brilliant shine, clear coating will not change the color of you hull, increased value when you sell or trade your boat.
• Easier clean up at the end of the season.
• Apply to all surfaces below the waterline without concerns about galvanic action.

Originally only dinghy sailors were using it to get better light air performance, but more and more sailors are either using it for racing or stripping off their paint because they are fed up with the annual paint ritual or because of restrictions on use and applications in their area. Of course powerboats have been using it for years, both for it’s non-fouling and performance enhancement properties.

It has become very popular with McGregor owners as they are trailered. Some have claimed top speed increases of 2 knots (I still don’t believe them) and also claim that they are smoking J’s and Mirages in club races. (Still hard to believe, but how can you argue with trophies?) VS721 Bottom Coat has been proven on professional race circuits. The largest sailboat that I know of that has used it successfully is a Farr 52.

The greatest number of mono hulled sailors that have reported speed increases claim between 1/4 and 1/2 knot. This seems more realistic.

The big problem with documenting race results is that most racers prefer to keep their performance tricks a secret so that they can continue to maintain their advantage. The information that we have accumulated is documented and you can find out more on our Website, www.auroramarine.com

If you would like to be kept up to date on the latest developments, join the Aurora Marine Club and we will keep you posted.

Thank you for your question,

Captain Aurora
Richard Kittar

The Skipper Recommends:

VS721

BOAT CLEAN PLUS

MARINE POWER MITT