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Old 02-28-2010, 09:26 PM
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Hey all...previous member whose account some how disappeared?!?

Anyway, does anyone know how to remove permanent ink from a white fiberglass hull??? The little bas^%$ds did it just above the waterline on the port side and just below the rubrail on the port stern.

I was thinking that On-Off might work on this but I wanted to hear some advice from some fellow mariners. The ink looks like it came from a large "sharpie" or similar marker.

I did call the police and file a report. An investigation is under way...
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Acetone.

Then rewax. I'd get to it asap...don't want the ink to "soak in" and leave a shadow. Sun will eventually take that out, but best to get to it as soon as you can.

Don't get the acetone on any vinyl colors (like stripes or decals) or rubber..just fiberglass.
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I would take a high speed buffer, at 1400 RPM's or so and a foam disc and use some Meguires 2000 rubbing compound and buff it off.

You could try mineral spirits on a cloth but I think buffing it would be the best.

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Acetone.

Then rewax. I'd get to it asap...don't want the ink to "soak in" and leave a shadow. Sun will eventually take that out, but best to get to it as soon as you can.

Don't get the acetone on any vinyl colors (like stripes or decals) or rubber..just fiberglass.








What Joe said...

I'd add that you should flush the entire side with fresh water after hitting it with the acetone.

Just in case...
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What Joe said...

I'd add that you should flush the entire side with fresh water after hitting it with the acetone.

Just in case...
Won't the Acetone evaporate before I can get it rinsed off?
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I would take a high speed buffer, at 1400 RPM's or so and a foam disc and use some Meguires 2000 rubbing compound and buff it off.

You could try mineral spirits on a cloth but I think buffing it would be the best.

Good luck!
I'll try that if the acetone doesn't work...I have to go shopping for those things.
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Try a small area with the Acetone or use some rubbing compound and wax when complete. It will come clean.

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I forgot to mention....I live in NY. So, it was around frezzing when it occur and has been up and down since. Not too much time above 34 and the ink doesn't see any direct sun.
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try Off bugspray.. I've used it to remove permenant marker from white boards before
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try Off bugspray.. I've used it to remove permenant marker from white boards before
I have some in the truck, definately worh a try.
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I have some in the truck, definately worh a try.
you gonna try now and let us know?
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you gonna try now and let us know?
well, it's late, dark & cold. I know where the acteone is and I think the off is in a door cubby...but I could be wrong. Flashlight battery is dead too, left the charger in LI.

But, if you all want immediate feedback......
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well, it's late, dark & cold. I know where the acteone is and I think the off is in a door cubby...but I could be wrong. Flashlight battery is dead too, left the charger in LI.

But, if you all want immediate feedback......
I am curious if the off will take it... off...
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I am curious if the off will take it... off...
ok, I'll get dressed and see what happens.
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ok, I'll get dressed and see what happens.
Also, magic eraser supposedly works for that
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couldn't find the off and slipped on the ice twice....returned home. I'll check tomorrow.
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couldn't find the off and slipped on the ice twice....returned home. I'll check tomorrow.
lol no worries
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Magic eraser will scratch the surface ever so slightly. You'll need to compound buff and wax after use....but it Will take it off.
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Thought this thread was gonna be a pic of your boat with some sick new graphics or paint job. Guess i was looking at the glass half full
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Carburetor cleaner will take just about anything off. Spray it on and wipe it off. Be careful if your boat is actually painted instead of gel coat.

3M cleaner wax would work to but will be a little more labor intensive.
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