Pressure Washing the hull

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Pressure Washing the hull

Postby Skippa » Mon Oct 13, 2014 4:06 pm

I just hauled the boat from it's mooring for the season. The bottom had less then usual growth clinging to the bottom but still a nice thick coat. I took it to the local car wash and gave it good rinse, I was pleasantly surprised with the amount of algae it took off but still not a clean surface.
My plan is to break down and put a coat of bottom paint on for next season.
I have used chemical cleaners in the past with good results but I am thinking that perhaps renting a pressure washer for an afternoon might be more environmentally friendly.
Question??
Is high pressure water going to pose a risk to the surface? If not, I can rent a 2500 PSI or a 3600 PSI unit. Any recommendations?
Thanks as usual in advance.
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Re: Pressure Washing the hull

Postby kokko » Mon Oct 13, 2014 7:18 pm

The $100 pressure washer from menards works for me
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