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Re: hull paint questions

Posted by John J on Jun 24, 2007

thats an outstanding finish, automotive quality, with rollers... what about ambient air temp? it seem to be in the mid 90's now. does that affect technique??

In Response to: Re: hull paint questions by J. Schott on Jun 24, 2007

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• Re: hull paint questions by J. Schott on Jun 24, 2007

 

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