Hello
I need to borrow a mast raising kit for my 26X as soon as possible for up to 2 weeks.
Based Southampton, but willing to travel! Even over the water, Quentin.........
Thx so much in advance
Stu
PS Anyone know how best to remove PVC boat name stickers?
Reply on forum or to me at stozboy@gmail.com
Hi Stuart,
Sorry I can't help you with the mast raising kit, but removing stickers or decals can be done using a hairdryer or paint stripper gun if your careful to soften up thr PVC and scrape them off with a credit card or again a paint scraper (carefully). To remove the residue adhesive I found white spirit/turps quite effective followed by methylated spirits and elbow grease.
All the best
Robin
Another good solvent for removing adhesive residue is Evostick cleaner, most DIY stores stock it. I think it's basically trichloroethylene.
Won't harm GRP resin, but don't use on styrene or acrylic as it dissolves them (makes a good styrene adhesive though!).
Rick Jones (Treasurer), former 26X & 19 owner, Isle of Wight
Sticker residues are annoying - got some on our boat - I'll have to try the Evostick cleaner though. Jill tried some 'Sticky Stuff Remover' at the weekend - waste of time!
Only thing I have found effective so far is Meths and elbow grease
Rod
Hi Stuart. I'm not sure whether the M mast raiser is adaptable for the x but might.be . Otherwise some elbow grease and clever use of pulleys. I shall be happy to assist over the Easter time. Give me a text
Roly