I've got an 84 spindrift that could use a little TLC. It was set up for racing but I removed most of the old hardware. It's also got the usual stains from leaves and rust that an outside boat gets. So my question is three parts.
1. I'm looking for a paint recommendation for the cockpit and cuddy interior. Ideally something that can be picked up from the hardware store as I'd like to avoid boat store prices.
2. I was told to fill the hardware holes to use regular caulk and then sand it down. Would you guys agree? Any other recommendations?
3. For cleaning the cockpit I normally use a bleach water mix and simple green, any other recommendations?