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Take a rubbing compound (like 3M Imperial), a buffer with a fresh pad, and a few hours. Follow with wax. Amazing results! Note: don't hold the buffer too long in one place or you may 'burn' the gelcoat. Keep it moving.
The 3M rubbing compound is the best - and readily available at any auto parts house. The trick for applying is to apply the compound evenly directly to the hull with a paint brush, and work into it with the buffer. Get a good buffing wheel as well as the "rake" designed to clean it - you will need it.
Warren Smith
Serendipity
Galveston Bay, Texas
If you are new to buffing compounds please be aware that they come in a wide variety of grits. Some of the heavy grits are great for quick removal of 25 years of oxidation----but far to agressive once you get through the bad stuff. If you still have gelcoat left---try finishing with multiple coats of plain old fashioned CARNUBA (generic) wax--the paste stuff.
When all is lost---the fancy paints like Awl Grip and Imron and Interthane---et al---are really great---even rolling and tipping gives very good results----not 25 yrs worth----but 5-10 yrs for sure.
My mk3 has Awl Grip (3 yrs ago) and it still looks great---even considering our brutal sun in Fl.
Good luck---Dave Tinder
DAWN BREAKER Mk3
Ft Myers