West MI Gelcoat

[rakr]

I bought a 2004 that was mechanically ok, but the interior and exterior was a 3/10. I took it to Bowker’s Fiberglass in Holland, MI and it looks brand new. Filled and color matched probably 10 scratches down to the fiberglass. I’d highly recommend if anyone in the area needs some help. 

Edited January 8, 2023 by rakr

[MalibuNation]

Did they fix any oxidation?

[rakr]

tons... the whole boat had heavy oxidation. the previous owner had it on a lift, that seemed to get sun on 3 sides... the top was ok, but there were still plenty of scratches on the gunnels. he also got it off the trailer and onto stands to get all of the stuff underneath. 

[Vickslave]

I'm interested in having my 2005 Response LXI gone over. What was the approximate cost?

[MalibuNation]

When my boat is in my driveway the transom faces S and the same holds true when it is in my lift so I have oxidation.

[rakr]

He quoted me 3-4k for a “typical” restoration on a 21’ ski boat. Mine was on the higher end of that (above 4k) as there was a lot of gelcoat work, and two large 10’ long scratches on the bottom. 
 

every surface except for the top/gunnels needed heavy compound and sanding to bring it back. 

[Michigan boarder]

My transom has slowly been slipping for me, it faces west.  It's been 13 years since the big rehab, and instead of a sand/polish I'm going to do a vinyl wrap, DIY.  Just a thought.  It will be just be wrapping red over the red above and below, and I'll leave the rest.  Pic for explanation: