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3M MarineStandard Operating Procedures

From metal and plastic repair, to sanding, paint finishing and boat clean-up, 3M has the

products and repair processes for you. Feel confident your repair is done professionally

and efficiently using our Standard Operating Procedures. These procedures will

help you consistently produce quality, time-proven solutions for any of your marine repair needs.

For more Standard Operating Procedures, visit our website at 3M.com/marine

Standard Operating Procedures

Processfor Success

Table of ContentsMasking

General Masking ......................................................................................................................4

Bottom Paint ApplicationBottom Paint Small Area Repair ...............................................................................................6

Gelcoat ApplicationGelcoat Application ..................................................................................................................8

Gelcoat FinishingGelcoat Finishing - Professional .............................................................................................10Gelcoat Finishing - Retail Multi-Step ......................................................................................12Gelcoat Finishing - Light Oxidation .........................................................................................14

Varnish FinishingVarnish Finishing ...................................................................................................................16

Paint FinishingMarine Paint Finish Large Area Process..................................................................................18Marine Paint Finish Small Surface Area Process .....................................................................20Marine Paint Finishing Denibbing Process .............................................................................22

Marine Plastic RestorationMarine Plastic and Lens Restoration ......................................................................................24

Blister RepairMinor Blister Repair ...............................................................................................................26Severe Blister Repair .............................................................................................................28

Shattered FiberglassCracked or Shattered Fiberglass (Backside) Repair ................................................................30Cracked or Shattered Fiberglass (Frontside) Repair ................................................................32

Hole Repair 2 Sided Small to Medium Hole Repair Above/Below the Waterline - Backside Accessable ......342 Sided Small to Medium Hole Repair Above/Below the Waterline - Frontside ........................36Small Hole Above Waterline....................................................................................................38

Cosmetic Repair Gouge Above Waterline ..........................................................................................................40Cosmetic Scratch ..................................................................................................................42

Paint Application Systems3M™ PPS™ Paint Preparation System .....................................................................................44

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General Masking Product List

1 Clean Area Clean the surface that you will be working on with boat soap.

• For this cleaning step, use a recommended VOC compliant surface cleaner

• 3M™ Perfect-It™ Detail Cloth, PN 06016, 6 cloths/bag

• 3M™ Marine Boat Soap, PN 09034, 16 oz., bottle

2 Critical Edge Masking

Mask the areas that require fineline tape first. Mask the rest of the repair and backup the fineline with masking tape.

• 3M™ Precision Masking Tape, PN 06620, 1 in. x 60 yds., Sleeve

• 3M™ Vinyl Tape 471 Blue, PN 36405,1/4 in.

• Scotch® Fine Line Tape 218 Green, PN 06301, 1/4 in. x 60 yds., each

• Scotch® Performance Green Masking Tape 233+, PN 26336, 24 mm width (.94 in.)

3 Overspray Protection

Ensure that the surface is completely dry prior to applying plastic sheeting. Mask entire surface with plastic sheeting or masking paper. Tape the plastic sheeting or masking paper directly to critical masking edge.

• 3M™ Overspray Protective Sheeting, PN 06727, 12 in. x 400 in., roll PN 06728, 16 in. x 350 in., roll PN 06742, 20 in. x 250 in., roll

• 3M™ Hand Masker™ Pre-Folded Masking Film, PN 6846 72 inch x 90 feet, MF72+

• 3M™ Hand Masker™ Kit M3000KML, PN 06788

• 3M™ Precision Masking Tape, PN 06620, 1 in. x 60 yds., Sleeve

4 Masking Removal

After applying marine coating, remove the masking tape at a 90° angel to the masked surface.

Watch the video at www.3M.com/marine For ordering information, contact your 3M Sales Representative

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Masking

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Bottom Paint Small Area Repair Product List

1 CleaningPressure wash the repair area. Clean the repair area with boat soap or VOC compliant cleaner to remove all organic and inorganic materials from the repair area. Cover the boat to protect from dust and debris.

• 3M™ Marine Boat Soap, PN 09034,16 oz., bottle


2 RemovalSand the old bottom paint using a dual action sander with 80 grit abrasive to remove old loose bottom paint. Clean the repair area with acetone, a VOC compliant cleaner, or blow off to remove contaminates from the repair area.

• 3M™ Cubitron™ II Marine Sanding Disc, PN 31379, 6 in., 80+ grit, 20 discs/box

• 3M™ Electric Random Orbital Sander, PN 28433, 6 in Central Vacuum 3/16 in Orbit, 1 per case

3 Protection Mask all areas needed to protect during bottom paint application

• 3M™ Precision Masking Tape, PN 06620, 1 in. x 60 yards

• 3M™ Precision Masking Tape, PN 06529, 3/4 in. x 60 yards


• 3M™ Precision Masking Tape, PN 06528, 1-1/2 in. x 60 yards

• 3M™ Hand Masker™ Pre-Folded Masking Film, PN 06848, 48 in x 180 ft


• 3M™ Scotchblok™ Masking Paper, PN 06732, 12 in. x 180 ft


4 Spray Gun Set Up

Pour the bottom paint into the disposable lid and liner to be used with your spray gun. Remember to remove the filter from the lid of the disposable paint system. Adjust the fan, fluid, and air pressure settings to achieve the desired fan pattern size and atomization.

• 3M™ Accuspray™ Spray Gun Kit HGP, PN 16587

• 3M™ PPS™ Kit Standard Size, PN 16000, 200 Micron Filters, 22 oz. (650mL)

• 3M™ PPS™ Kit Large Size, PN 16024, 200 micron filters,

• 3M™ PPS™ Kit Mini Size, PN 16114, 200 micron filters,

• 3M™ PPS™ Type H/O Mini Pressure Cup, PN 16121, 6 oz. (177 mL)

• 3M™ PPS™ Type H/O Pressure Cup, PN 16124, Large, 28 oz. (828 mL)

• 3M™ Accuspray™ Atomizing Head, PN 16611, 1.8mm

• 3M™ Accuspray™ Atomizing Head, PN 16609, 2.0mm5 Application

Holding the spray gun 6" - 8" from the repair area pull the spray gun trigger and apply bottom paint to the repair area. Apply bottom paint with a 1.8 mm or 2.0 mm atomizing spray nozzle. Apply bottom paint according to bottom paint manufacturerers recommendation for mil thickness.



3M™ Disposable Protective Coverall Safety Work Wear 4540+ XL, PN 00603

3M™ Full Facepiece Reusable Respirator, PN 54146

Bottom Paint Application

3M™ Belt-Mounted PAPR Painter's Kit, PN 37335

3M™ Versaflo™ AP-601 Air Filtration Panel, PN 37417

3M™ Versaflo™ Painter's Supplied Air Respirator Kit, PN 37336

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Gelcoat Application Product List

1 CleaningPressure wash the repair area. Clean the repair area with boat soap to remove any organic materials. Clean the repair area with acetone or approved cleaner to remove any inorganic materials.



2 Preparation

Using a DA sander with 80 grit abrasive, sand the old gelcoat to remove any oxidized gelcoat. Apply dry guide coat to surface and re-sand gelcoat to ensure even texture of surface being repaired. Clean the repair area with acetone, a VOC compliant cleaner, or blow off the repair area.

• 3M™ Cubitron™ II Marine Sanding Disc, PN 31379, 6in., 80+ grit, 20 discs/box


• 3M™ Dry Guide Coat, PN 05861, 6 per case

3 Masking Mask the repair area to contain the repair to as small of a repair as possible.


• 3M™ Precision Masking Tape, PN 06529, 3/4 in. x 60 yards


• 3M™ Precision Masking Tape, PN 06528, 1-1/2 in. x 60 yards





4 Spray Gun Set Up

Mix gelcoat in appropriate size disposable lid and liner. Remember to remove the filter in the lid of the disposable paint system. Mix gel coat according to manufacturer recommendation. Adjust the air pressure setting, fan setting, and fluid setting on the spray gun to achieve the desired fan pattern and atomization.

• 3M™ Accuspray™ Spray Gun Kit HGP, PN 16587

• 3M™ PPS™ Kit Standard Size, PN 16000, 200 Micron Filters, 22 oz. (650mL)

• 3M™ PPS™ Kit Large Size, PN 16024, 200 micron filters

• 3M™ PPS™ Kit Mini Size, PN 16114, 200 micron filters

• 3M™ PPS™ Type H/O Mini Pressure Cup, PN 16121, 6 oz. (177 mL)

• 3M™ PPS™ Type H/O Pressure Cup, PN 16124, Large, 28 oz. (828 mL)

• 3M™ Accuspray™ Atomizing Head, PN 16611, 1.8mm

• 3M™ Accuspray™ Atomizing Head, PN 16609, 2.0mm5 ApplicationHold the spray gun 6" - 8" away from the repair area and pull the spray gun trigger to apply gelcoat to the repair area. Apply gel coat according to manufacturer's recommendation for mil thickness.

6 Gelcoat Finishing

For gelcoat finishing process please refer to page 10.


Gelcoat Application



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Gelcoat Finishing - Professional Product List

1 Clean the Repair Area

Clean the gelcoat surface to be repaired with boat soap.• 3M™ Marine Boat Soap, PN 09034,16 oz., bottle


2 Sanding

Sand gelcoat surface with 800 grit abrasive on a dual action sander. Set the speed of the dual action sander at 900 - 1100 rpm's. When sanding abrade the surface with a 50% overlap on each pass with a dual action sander. Remember to use a soft interface pad when sanding with the 800 grit abrasive.

• 3M™ Purple Finishing Film Hookit™, PN 30670, 6 in. P800 grit, 50 discs/box

• 3M™ Hookit™ Soft Interface Pad, PN 05777, 6 in., disc


3 Scratch Refinement

Refine the 800 grit sand scratch with a 1500 grit sandpaper. Use the 1500 grit sandpaper with a dual action sander running the sander at a speed of 900-1100 rpm's. When sanding use a 50% overlap with each pass of the sander. Remember to use a soft interface pad with the 1500 grit abrasive when sanding. Refine the 1500 grit sand scratch with a 3000 grit sand scratch, and use a soft interface pad.

• 3M™ Trizact™ Hookit™ Clear Coat Sanding Disc, PN 02088, 6 in., p1500 grit, 25 discs/box

• 3M™ Trizact™ Hookit™ Foam Disc, PN 02085, 6 in., P3000 grit, 15 discs/box



4 CompoundBuff the abraded surface with rubbing compound using a white wool pad. Run the buffer at a speed of 1400 - 1800 rpm's.

• 3M™ Marine Compound and Finishing Material, PN 06044, 32 fl. oz., bottle

• 3M™ Perfect-It™ 100% Wool Compound Pad, PN 05753, double sided, quick connect

• 3M™ Quick Connect Adaptor, PN 05752, 5/8 in. thread

• 3M™ Electric Variable Speed Polisher, PN 28391, 7 in. 11A 5/8-11 EXT, 1 per case

• 3M™ Perfect-It™ Low Lint 100% Wool Compound Pad, PN 33279, 9 in.

5 ProtectionApply marine wax to protect the surface. When applying marine wax, apply in a 2' x 2' area and wipe area clean before the wax dries.

• Scotchgard™ Marine Liquid Wax, PN 09061, 500 mL., bottle



Gelcoat Finishing



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3M™ Disposable Protective Coverall Safety Work Wear 4520 XL, Individually

Packaged, PN 49796

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Gelcoat Finishing - Retail Multi-Step Product List

1 Cleaning Wash the surface with boat soap.• 3M™ Marine Boat Soap, PN 09034, 16 oz., bottle


2 SandingWet sand the gelcoat surface with an Ultrafine Softback Sanding Sponge to remove surface oxidation. Apply medium pressure when sanding the oxidized gelcoat surface.

• 3M™ Softback Sanding Sponge, PN 02600, 4 ½ in. x 5 ½ in., Microfine

3 BuffingBuff the sanded gelcoat area with 3M™ Marine Color/Gloss Restorer to remove sand scratches. Use a white wool buffing pad with the 3M™ Marine Color/Gloss Restorer. Set the buffer speed between 1600 and 2000 rpm's.

• 3M™ Marine Color/Gloss Restorer, PN 09089, 500 mL., bottle

• 3M™ Perfect-It™ 100% Wool Compound Pad, PN 05753, double sided, quick connect



• 3M™ Perfect-It™ Low Lint Wool Compound Pad, PN 33288, 6 in.

4 PolishingPolish the repaired area with restorer and wax. Use a yellow wool polish pad. Set the buffer speed between 1600 and 2000 rpm's.

• 3M™ Marine Restorer and Wax, PN 09005, 16 fl oz., bottle

• 3M™ Polishing Pad, PN 05705

• 3M™ Perfect-It™ Wool Polishing Pad, PN 05754, 9 inch


5 ProtectionProtect the repaired area with marine wax. Apply marine wax by hand using a microfiber detail cloth in sections no larger than a 2' x 2' area. Do not let the marine wax dry on the gelcoat. Wipe the film off before the wax dries.




Gelcoat Finishing



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Gelcoat Finishing

Gelcoat Finishing - Light Oxidation Product List

1 Cleaning Wash the boat with boat soap.• 3M™ Marine Boat Soap, PN 09034,16 oz., bottle


2 Oxidation Removal

Apply a fiberglass cleaner and wax using a microfiber detail cloth. Apply cleaner and wax in a 2' x 2' area. Once the product is dry, wipe the surface clean and inspect to insure that you have removed all surface oxidation. Re-apply and re-work as necessary to remove all surface oxidation on the gelcoat.

• 3M™ Marine Cleaner and Wax, PN 09009, 16 oz., bottle


3 ProtectionProtect the gelcoat surface with a marine wax. Apply marine wax by hand using a microfiber detail cloth in sections no larger than a 2' x 2' area. Do not let the marine wax dry on the gelcoat. Wipe the film off before the wax dries.






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Varnish Finishing Product List

1 Clean the Repair Area

Clean the surface that you will be working on with boat soap.


2 Sanding

Sand with a 1500 grit abrasive disc with with dual action sander set at a speed of 900 - 1100 rpm's. Use 1500 grit abrasive with a soft interface pad. Use 1500 grit abrasive disc wet. Use a spray bottle filled with water to spray the abrasive disc as well as the surface to be sanded maintaining a wet surface to sand.

• 3M™ Trizact™ Hookit™ Clear Coat Sanding Disc, PN 02088, 6 in., P1500 grit, 25 discs/box




Refine the 1500 grit abrasive sand scratches with a 3000 grit abrasive on a dual action sander set at a speed of 900 - 1100 rpm's. Use 3000 grit abrasive with a soft foam interface pad. Use 3000 grit abrasive damp. Use a spray bottle of water to mist the abrasive disc and the surface to be sanded keeping the surface to be sanded damp. After sanding steps rinse the surface with water to remove debris.Refine the P3000 scraches with a DA and a 5000 Trizact™ Foam disc used damp with a soft interface pad. Wipe surface clean with yellow microfiber cloth.

• 3M™ Trizact™ Hookit™ Foam Disc, PN 02085, 6 in., P3000, grit 15 discs/box



• 3M™ Trizact™ Hookit™ Foam Disc, PN 30362, 3 in., 5000, 15 discs per box

4 CompoundRemove 3000 grit abrasive sand scratches with rubbing compound and a white wool buffing pad. Set the buffer speed at 1400 - 1800 rpm's.

• 3M™ Perfect-It™ EX Rubbing Compound, PN 36060, 1 qt. (946mL.) • 3M™ Perfect-It™ 100% Wool Cmpnd Pad, PN 05753, double sided, quick connect• 3M™ Quick Connect Adaptor, PN 05752, 5/8 in. thread• 3M™ Electric Var Speed Polisher, PN 28391, 7 in. 11A 5/8-11 EXT, 1 per case• 3M™ Perfect-It™ Low Lint Wool Compound Pad, PN 33288, 6 in.• 3M™ Perfect-it™ Foam Polishing Pad, PN 33285, 6 inch• 3M™ Perfect-It™ Ultrafine Foam Polishing Pad, PN 33286, 6 in.

5 Machine Polish

Polish the repair area with a high speed polisher set between 1400 - 1800 rpm's. Use a black foam polishing pad and the appropriate machine polish. Wipe surface clean with a yellow microfiber cloth.

• 3M™ Perfect-It™ Machine Polish, PN 06064, 1 qt. (946mL.)

• 3M™ Perfect-It™ Foam Polishing Pad, PN 05707, double sided, quick connect



6 Ultrafine Machine Polish

Remove ultra fine swirl marks with ultra fine machine polish and a blue foam polishing pad. Set the buffer speed at 1400 - 1800 rpm's. Wipe the surface clean with a yellow microfiber cloth.

• 3M™ Perfect-It™ Ultrafine Machine Polish, PN 06068, 1 qt. (946mL.)

• 3M™ Perfect-It™ Ultrafine Foam Polishing Pad, PN 05708, double sided, quick connect









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Varnish Finishing



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Marine Paint Finish Large Area Process Product List

1 Initial Defect Removal Texture Match

DA sand the repair area with a P1500 3M™ Trizact™ Clearcoat Sanding Disc used damp or P1500 3M™

Hookit™ Purple Finishing Film Disc. Remove all defects and match texture to adjacent surfaces. Wipe surface clean with a yellow microfiber cloth.

• 3M™ Trizact™ Hookit™ Clearcoat Sanding Disc, PN 02088, P1500, 6 in., 25 discs/box

• 3M™ Purple Finishing Film Hookit™ Disc, PN 30667, P1500, 6 in., 50 discs/box



Refine the P1500 scratches with a DA and a P3000 3M™ Trizact™ Foam Disc used damp with a soft interface pad. Wipe surface clean with a yellow microfiber cloth.

Refine the P3000 scraches with a DA and a 5000 Trizact™ Foam disc used damp with a soft interface pad. Wipe panel clean.

• 3M™ Trizact™ Hookit™ Foam Disc, PN 02085, P3000, 6 in.,15 discs/box


• 3M™ Trizact™ Hookit™ Foam Disc, PN 30362, 3 in., 5000, 15 discs/box

• 3M™ Electric Random Orbital Sander, PN 28433, 6 in. Central Vacuum 3/16 in Orbit, 1 per case

3 CompoundCompound the repair area with a high speed polisher set between 1200 to 2000 rpm. For faster results, use a wool compounding pad and the appropriate rubbing compound. Wipe surface clean with a yellow microfiber cloth.

• 3M™ Perfect-It™ EX Rubbing Compound, PN 36060, 1 qt. (946mL.)

• 3M™ Perfect-It™ Wool Compounding Pad, PN 05753, 9 in.

• 3M™ Perfect-It™ Foam Compounding Pad, PN 05706, 9 in.

• 3M™ Perfect-It™ Low Linting 100% Wool Compound Pad, PN 33279, double sided, quick connect

• 3M™ Perfect-It™ Low Lint Wool Compound Pad, PN 33288, 6 in.


4 Machine PolishPolish the repair area with a high speed polisher set between 1200 to 2000 rpm. Use a black foam polishing pad and the appropriate machine polish. Wipe surface clean with a yellow microfiber cloth.


• 3M™ Perfect-It™ Foam Polishing Pad, PN 05707, 9 in.





Polish the repair area with a high speed polisher with the speed set between 1200 to 2000 rpm. Use a blue foam polishing pad and the appropriate ultrafine machine polish. Leave a light film of the polish on the surface and wipe clean with a blue microfiber cloth.Remove any masking material from the repair area and clean any residual sling from adjacent surfaces. Clean the surface immediately after compounding and polishing will greatly improve the ease of cleaning.

• 3M™ Perfect-It™ Ultrafine Machine Polish, PN 06068, 1 qt. (946mL.)

• 3M™ Perfect-It™ Ultrafine Foam Polishing Pad, PN 05708, 9 in.








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Paint Finishing



Marine Paint Finish Small Surface Area Process Product List

1 Initial Defect Removal Texture Match

DA sand the repair area with a 3 in. P1500 Finishing Film discs, removing all paint defects. Wipe the surface clean with a yellow microfiber cloth. When using Trizact™ Abrasives, use a light mist of water while sanding to avoid clogging of the disc.

• 3M™ Trizact™ Hookit™ Clear Coat Sanding Disc, PN 02094, P1500, 3 in., 25 discs/box

• 3M™ Hookit™ Finishing Film Disc, PN 30367, 3 in., P1500, 50 discs/box

• 3M™ Hookit™ Soft Interface Pad, PN 05771, 3 in., 1 pad/bag

• 3M™ Orbital Pistol Grip Sander, PN 28353, 3 in., 1/8 in. Orbit


Refine the P1500 scratches with a DA and a 3 in. P3000 Trizact™ Foam Disc used damp with a soft interface pad. Wipe the surface clean with a yellow microfiber cloth.

Refine the P3000 scraches with a DA and a 5000 Trizact™ Foam disc used damp with a soft interface pad. Wipe panel clean.

• 3M™ Trizact™ Hookit™ Foam Disc, PN 02087, 3 in., P3000, 15 discs/box

• 3M™ Hookit™ Soft Interface Pad, PN 05771, 3 in., 1 pad/bag

• 3M™ Trizact™ Hookit™ Foam Disc, PN 30362, 3 in., 5000, 15 discs/box



3 CompoundCompound the repair area with a 3 in. polisher. Use a 3 in. foam compound pad and the appropriate rubbing compound. Wipe the surface clean with a yellow microfiber cloth.

• 3M™ Perfect-It™ EX Rubbing Compound, PN 36060, 1 qt. (946 mL.)

• 3M™ Foam Buffing Pad, PN 05759, 3 in., 2 pads/bag

• 3M™ Pistol Grip Buffer, PN 28354, 3 in.

4 Machine PolishPolish the repair area with a 3 in. polisher. Use a 3 in. black foam polishing pad and the appropriate machine polish. Wipe the surface clean with a yellow microfiber cloth.

• 3M™ Perfect-It™ Machine Polish, PN 06064,1 qt. (946 mL.)

• 3M™ Perfect-It™ Foam Polishing Pad, PN 05726, 3 in., 2 pads/bag




Ultrafine polish the repair area with a 3 in. polisher. Use a 3 in. blue foam polishing pad and ultrafine machine polish. Leave a light film of polish on the surface and wipe the surface clean with a blue microfiber cloth.

• 3M™ Perfect-It™ Ultrafine Machine Polish, PN 06068, 1 qt. (946 mL.)

• 3M™ Perfect-It™ Ultrafine Foam Polishing Pad, PN 05760, 3 in., Single Sided, 2 pads/bag

• 3M™ Perfect-It™ Detail Cloth, PN 06016 6 cloths/bag


6 Final Detail Clean sling from adjacent surfaces. Doing this immediately after the repair will greatly improve the ease of this step.








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Paint Finishing


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Marine Paint Finishing Denibbing Process Product List

1 Initial Defect Removal

Attach the appropriate abrasive to the denibbing tool 1000 (Black) for large dirt nibs & 1500 (Grey) for small dirt nibs. Adjust the speed to the appropriate setting. Use medium setting as a starting point. Turn on tool and sand the nib with light downward pressure. Water may be required for some marine topcoats.

• 3M™ Perfect-It™ Denibbing Tool, PN 07650, Cordless Denib Sander

• 3M™ Perfect-It™ Denibbing Abrasive, PN 02047, P1000 Grade, Trizact™ Abrasive Stem, 20 stems/box



If the 1000 grit abrasive was used in step one, refine these coarse scratches with the 1500 denibbing abrasive before polishing. Use the same sanding technique as in step one for best results.

• 3M™ Perfect-It™ Denibbing Tool, PN 07650, Cordless Denib Sander



3 Apply PolishAttach the 3 in. 3M™ Purple Foam Pad to the polisher. If the pad is dry apply a small amount of 3M™ Perfect-It™ Denibbing Polish directly to the pad. Apply a small spot of polish on each nib as well. For optimum performance, setpolisher at 70 to 90 PSI.

• 3M™ Perfect-It™ Foam Buffing Pad, PN 05759, 3 in., Purple

• 3M™ Perfect-It™ Denibbing Polish, PN 39063, 16 oz./473 mL.

• 3M™ Polisher, PN 28363, 75 mm Diameter

4 Machine Polish

Slightly collapse the foam pad to the painted surface and pull the trigger to start polishing the defect area. Using a circular motion, polish each sanded area for 7 to 10 seconds. Minimize sling by releasing the trigger while pad is still collapsed on the surface. Wipe residue with a yellow microfiber cloth.

• 3M™ Perfect-It™ Detailing Cloth, PN 06016, Yellow Microfiber Cloth


• 3M™ Perfect-It™ Foam Buffing Pad, PN 05759, 3 in., Purple

5 Swirl Elimination(Option A)

On dark colored surfaces, attach the 3 in. Ultrafine foam polishing pad to the polisher. Apply a small amount of 3M™ Ultrafine Machine Polish directly to a dry pad. Apply a small spot of 3M™ Ultrafine Machine Polish to each nib as well. Polish the haze spots for 7 to 10 seconds each, and wipe residue with a blue microfiber cloth.

• 3M™ Perfect-It™ Ultrafine Foam Polishing Pad, PN 05760, 3 in., Blue

• 3M™ Perfect-It™ Ultrafine Machine Polish, PN 39062, 16 oz./473 mL.



5 Swirl Elimination(Option B)

A full sized polisher equipped with an 3M™ Ultrafine Foam Polishing Pad may also be used to polish the full panel. Wipe residue with a blue microfiber cloth.

• 3M™ Perfect-It™ Ultrafine Foam Polishing Pad, PN 05708, 9 in., 1 pads/bag


• 3M™ Electric Variable Speed Polisher, PN 28391

6 ProtectionProtect the gelcoat surface with a marine wax. Apply marine wax by hand using a microfiber detail cloth in sections no larger than a 2' x 2' area. Do not let the marine wax dry on the gelcoat. Wipe the film off before the wax dries.




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Marine Plastic Restoration Product List

1 Clean and Mask Clean the damage with soap and water. Perimeter mask the lens with two layers of masking tape.



• 3M™ Precision Masking Tape, PN 06619, 1⁄8 in. x 60 yds., Each, PN 06525, ¼ in. x 60 yds., Each PN 06529, ¾ in. x 60 yds., Each, PN 06526, ¾ in. x 60 yds., Sleeve PN 06620, 1 in. x 60 yds., Sleeve, PN 06527, 1 ½ in. x 60 yds., Sleeve PN 06528, 2 in. x 60 yds., Sleeve

2 Sand to Remove Yellowing and Defects

Dry DA sand the damaged lens with a 3 in. P500 abrasive disc using a soft interface pad. Completely remove any yellowing and/or surface defects.

• 3M™ Purple Clean Sanding Hookit™ Disc, PN 30272, 3 in., P500, 50 discs/box

• 3M™ Hookit™ Soft Interface Pad, PN 05771, 3 in.,10 per case


3 1st Step Scratch Refinement

Refine the P500 sand scratches by dry DA sanding with a 3 in. P800 abrasive disc on a soft interface pad. Wipe the lens clean.

• 3M™ Purple Clean Sanding Hookit™ Disc, PN 30260, 3 in., P800, 50 discs/box

• 3M™ Hookit™ Soft Interface Pad, PN 05771, 3 in.,10 per case


4 2nd Step Scratch Refinement

Refine the P800 sand scratches by DA sanding with a 3 in. P1000 foam disc on a soft interface pad. Use water to lubricate the P1000 foam abrasive disc. Spend extra time on this step to ensure removal of all P800 sand scratches. Wipe the lens clean.

• 3M™ Trizact™ Hookit™ Blending Disc, PN 02091, 3 in., P1000, 15 discs/box

• 3M™ Hookit™ Soft Interface Pad, PN 05771, 3 in., 10 per case


5 3rd Step Scratch Refinement

Refine the P1000 sand scratches by DA sanding with a 3 in. P3000 foam abrasive disc on a soft interface pad. Use water to lubricate the P3000 foam abrasive disc. Spend extra time on this step to ensure removal of all P1000 sand scratches. Wipe the lens clean.

• 3M™ Trizact™ Hookit™ Foam Disc, PN 02087, 3 in., P3000, 15 discs/box

• 3M™ Hookit™ Soft Interface Pad, PN 05771, 3 in., 10 per case


6 Compound LensCompletely remove the P3000 sand scratches using a 3 in. polishing tool with a foam compounding pad and rubbing compound. Wipe the lens with a clean microfiber cloth.

• 3M™ Perfect-It™ Rubbing Compound, PN 06085, 1 qt. (946mL.)

• 3M™ Perfect-It™ Rubbing Compound, PN 39060, 16 oz.

• 3M™ Foam Buffing Pad, PN 05759, 3 in., 2 pads/bag


7 Polish LensPolish the lens using a 3 in. foam polishing pad and machine polish. Wipe the lens with a clean microfiber cloth. Remove the masking tape and inspect for quality.


• 3M™ Perfect-It™ Machine Polishing, PN 39061, 16 oz.

• 3M™ Foam Polishing Pad, PN 05726, 3 in., 2 pads/bag







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Marine Plastic Restoration

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Minor Blister Repair Product List

1 CleaningPressure wash the repair area. Clean the repair area with boat soap. Clean the repair area with acetone or approved cleaner to remove any waxes or mold release. Inspect and mark the blisters that will be repaired.


• 3M™ Sharpshooter™ Extra Strength No-Rinse Mark Remover, PN 16861, 1 qt.


2 Dry Blister Repair area

Puncture the blister with a small drill bit or a unibit. Dry the blister completely with a lamp or direct sunlight. Before moving to next step be sure that the blister is completely drained and dry of all water.

3 Grind BlisterUsing a 80 grit Roloc™ abrasive grind the blister. Grind an area of 1" - 2" beyond the blistered area. Bevel the edge of the blister repair. Remove any loose fiberglass from the repair area. Clean the repair area with acetone.

• 3M™ Imperial™ Roloc™ Disc, PN 01346, 3 in., 80 grade

• 3M™ Disc Sander, Pistol Grip, PN 28547, 3 in.

4 Filler Application

Mix Vinyl Ester reinforced fiberglass repair putty per manu-facturer's recommendation. Apply Vinyl Ester fiberglass reinforced repair putty to the repair area. First apply a tight coat then apply filling coats. Fill the cavity 85% to allow for premium Vinyl Ester filler to be applied. After 30 minutes feather the repair with 80 grit sand paper. Apply dry guide coat to surface and re-sand gelcoat to ensure even texture of surface being repaired. Clean the repair area with acetone, a VOC compliant cleaner, or blow off the repair area.

• 3M™ Marine High Strength Repair Filler, PN 46014, 1 gal, 4 per case

• 3M™ Cubitron™ II Marine Sanding Disc, PN 31379, 6 in., 80+grit, 20 discs/box

• 3M™ Spreader Assortment, PN 05844, 3/package, 24 per case

• 3M™ Dry Guide Coat, PN 05861, 6 per case

5 Final Filler Application

Mix premium Vinyl Ester fairing filler according to manufacturer's specification. Apply the premium Vinyl Ester filler to the repair area making sure to apply a tight coat first. After filler has cured sand the repair with 80 grit abrasives removing high spots in the repair. Finish sand the repair area with 220 grit abrasive.

• 3M™ Marine Premium Filler, PN 46006, 1 gal, 4 per case





Ear Plug, PN P1300



Blister Repair

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Severe Blister Repair Product List

1 CleaningPressure wash the surface. Clean the repair area with boat soap to remove all organic material. Clean the repair area with acetone or approved cleaner to remove any waxes or mold release. Inspect and mark the blisters that will be repaired.




2 Dry Blister Repair area

Puncture the blister with a small drill bit or a unibit. Dry the blister completely with a lamp or direct sunlight. Before moving to next step be sure that the blister is completely drained and dry of all water.

3 Grind BlisterUsing a 80 grit Roloc™ abrasive grind the blister. Grind an area of 1" - 2" beyond the blistered area. Bevel the edge of the blister repair. Remove any damaged fiberglass from the repair. Clean the repair area with acetone.



4 Laminate Replacement

Cut small fiberglass patch for deepest part of the repair. Cut larger fiberglass patches to apply over smaller patches as you rebuild the structural re-enforcement that was removed when the blister was ground out. Mix the fiber-glass resin per the manufacturer's recommendation. Brush on the mixed resin and lay fiberglass on the first fiberglass patch. Push out all the air bubbles and completely wet out the fiberglass patch. Immediately apply additional fiber-glass patches necessary to reinstate structural integrity. After the fiberglass resin has cured, sand the repair area with 80 grit abrasive to level the repair. Feather sand the repair with 220 grit abrasive.

• 3M™ Fiberglass Resin, PN 05834,1 gal., 4 per case


• 3M™ Fiberglass Mat, PN 05837, 8 square ft.


5 Final Filler Application

Mix premium Vinyl Ester fairing filler according to manufacturer's specification. Apply the premium Vinyl Ester filler to the repair area making sure to apply a tight coat first followed by build coats. After filler has cured sand the repair with 80 grit abrasives removing high spots in the repair. Finish sand the repair area with 220 grit abrasive.






Ear Plug, PN P1300


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Cracked or Shattered Fiberglass (Backside) RepairIf backside of the repair is accessable.

Product List

1 CleaningClean the back side of the repair with boat soap. Additionally, clean the back side of the repair with acetone or approved cleaner to remove inorganic materials.




2 Sanding/Grinding

Using 80 grit Roloc™ abrasives on a grinder, grind out the damaged area. Grind 2 - 3 inches beyond the repair area. Clean the repair area with acetone prior to moving to next step making sure all debris and contaminates are removed.



3 Reinstate Structural Integrity

Cut fiberglass patches to expand 2" - 3" beyond the damaged area as a backer. Apply 3 - 4 fiberglass patches depending on the size of the repair to reinstate structural integrity. Mix fiberglass resin per manufacturer's recommendation. Apply mixed fiberglass resin to fiberglass patches, completely wetting out the fiberglass patches. Continue for additional patches that need to be applied. Allow fiberglass resin to cure according to manufacturer's recommendation.


• 3M™ Fiberglass Resin, PN 05834,1 gal., 4 per case




Ear Plug, PN P1300



Shattered Fiberglass

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Cracked or Shattered Fiberglass (Frontside) Repair Product List

1 CleaningPressure wash the boat to remove any fouling that has collected. Clean the repair area with boat soap. Clean the surface to be repaired with acetone to remove any inorganic materials on the surface to be repaired.




2 GrindingUsing an 80 grit Roloc™ abrasive grind out the damaged fiberglass area. Extend the repair 2" - 3" beyond the repair. Bevel the edge of the repair. Remove all loose and damaged fiberglass.




Cut 3-4 pieces of fiberglass mat in varying sizes from small to large patches depending on the size and depth of the repair. Place the smallest patches in the deepest part of the repair and larger patches in the shallowest part of the repair area. Mix and apply fiberglass resin per manufacturer's recommendations. Be sure to roll out all air bubbles. Allow fiberglass resin to cure according to manufacturer's recommendation. Sand the repair area with an 80 grit Roloc™ abrasive to create a bonding surface for the reinforced filler.


• 3M™ Fiberglass Resin, PN 05834, 1 gal., 4 per case


4 Reinforced Filler/ Structural Filler Application

Mix and apply high strength filler per manufacturer's recommendation. First apply a tight coat making sure all micro pinholes and voids are getting filled. Apply additional coats of filler to build up the repair. Sand the area with 80 grit abrasive to feather the high strength filler. Clean the repair area with clean dry air.


5 Final Filler/ Finishing Filler Application

Mix and apply premium filler per manufacturer's recom-mendation. First apply a tight coat of filler making sure to fill in all pinholes and voids. Allow premium filler to cure according to manufacturer's recommendation. Apply additional coats to build repair. Sand and feather the filler with 80 grit abrasive. Finish sand the repair with 180/220 grit abrasives if applying gelcoat. Finish sand the repair with 320 or 400 grit abrasive if painting the repair.



• 3M™ Purple Clean Sanding Hookit™ Disc, PN 01815, 6 in., P220





6 Gelcoat Application

See Gelcoat Application Page 8


Shattered Fiberglass



Ear Plug, PN P1300


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2 Sided Small to Medium Hole Repair Above/Below the Waterline - Backside Accessable

Product List

1 CleaningPressure wash the repair area. Clean the repair using boat soap and water to remove all organic materials. Clean the repair using acetone to remove all inorganic materials.




2 GrindingSand the backside of the repair area with 80 grit Roloc™ abrasive. Sand 2" - 3" around the area to be repaired. Clean the repair area with acetone.



3 Reinstate Structural Reinforcement

Cut fiberglass patches to expand 2" - 3" beyond the damaged area as a backer. Apply 3 - 4 fiberglass patches depending on the size of the repair to reinstate structural integrity. Mix fiberglass resin per manufacturer's recommendation. Apply mixed fiberglass resin to patches, completely wetting out the patch and making sure there are no air pockets or air bubbles under the patch. Continue for additional patches that need to be applied. Allow fiberglass resin to cure according to manufacturer's recommendation.


• 3M™ Fiberglass Resin, PN 05834, 1 gal, 4 per case




Ear Plug, PN P1300



Hole Repair

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2 Sided Small to Medium Hole Repair Above/Below the Waterline - Frontside

Product List

1 CleaningPressure wash the repair area to remove any fouling that has accumulated. Clean the repair area with boat soap to remove organic debris on the surface. Clean the area with acetone to remove any inorganic matarial on and around the repair area.




2 GrindingGrind the repair area with an 80 grit Roloc™ abrasive. Grind 2" - 3" beyond the repair area. Bevel the edge of the hole to be repaired. Clean the repair area with acetone.




Mix and apply reinforced repair filler according to the manufacturer's recommendation. Allow reinforced repair filler to cure according to manufacturer's recommendation. Sand and feather with 80 grit abrasive. Clean the repair area with acetone or another approved cleaner.



4 Finishing Filler Application

Mix and apply premium filler according to manufacturer's recommendation. Allow filler to cure according to manufac-turer's recommendation. Sand the filler with 80 grit abrasive and feather the repair with 180/220 grit abrasive for gelcoat. Feather the repair with 320/400 grit abrasive for paint. Clean the repair area with acetone or approved cleaner.






5 Gelcoat Application

See Gelcoat Application Page 8




Ear Plug, PN P1300



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Small Hole Above Waterline Product List

1 CleaningPressure wash the repair area. Clean the repair area with boat soap to remove any organic materials. Clean the repair with acetone or approved cleaner to remove all inorganic materials.




2 SandingTape the backside of the repair using 2" masking tape to create a backing for the filler. Hand sand, block sand, or grind the front side of the repair with 80 grit abrasive beveling the repair area. Clean the repair area with acetone.




Mix and apply reinforced filler according to manufacturer's recommendation. Allow filler to cure according to manu-facturer's recommendation. Sand and feather the repair with 80 grit abrasive. Clean the repair area to remove all sanding dust.





Mix and apply finishing filler according to manufacturer's recommendation. Allow filler to cure according to manu-facturer's recommendation. Sand with 80 grit abrasive to knock down any high spots or rough edges. Feather the repair with 180/220 grit abrasive for gelcoat. Feather the repair with 320/400 grit abrasive for paint.

• 3M™ Marine Filler, PN 46018, pint









Ear Plug, PN P1300



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Gouge Above Waterline Product List

1 CleaningPressure wash the repair area. Clean the repair area with boat soap to remove any organic materials. Clean the repair area with acetone or approved cleaner to remove inorganic materials




2 SandingBlock or hand sand with 80 grit abrasive. Dish out/bevel the repair area. Clean the repair area with acetone or an approved cleaner.

• 3M™ Hookit™ Purple Clean Sanding Sheet Roll, PN 30713, 70 mm x 12 m, 80 grade



Mix and apply milled glass filler according to manufacturer's recommendation. Apply a tight coat first then apply build coats. Allow milled glass filler to cure according to manufacturer's recommendation. Sand and feather the repair area with 80 grit abrasive.





Mix and apply premium filler according to manufacturer's recommendation. Apply a tight coat first then apply build coats. Allow premium filler to cure according to manufac-turer's recommendation. Sand the filler with 80 grit abrasive and feather the repair with 180/220 grit abrasive for gelcoat. Feather the repair with 320/400 grit abrasive for paint.


• 3M™ Marine Filler, PN46018, pint






Ear Plug, PN P1300



Cosmetic Repair

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Cosmetic Scratch Product List

1 Cleaning Pressure wash the repair area. Clean the repair area with boat soap to remove any organic materials. Clean the repair area with acetone or approved cleaner to remove any inorganic materials.




2 SandingFeather the repair area with 180 grit abrasive by hand sanding or block sanding. Clean the repair area with acetone.

• 3M™ Hookit™ Purple Clean Sanding Sheet Roll, PN 30709, 180 grade, 70 mm x 12 m


Mix and apply glaze according to manufacturer's recommendation. Apply a tight coat of glaze first followed by build coats of glaze. Allow glaze to cure according to manufacturer's recommendation. Sand and feather the repair area with 180 grit abrasive followed by 220 grit abrasive for gelcoat. Sand and feather the repair area with 320/400 grit abrasive for paint.

• 3M™ Platinum™ Plus Finishing Glaze, 30 oz., PN 31180









Ear Plug, PN P1300



Cosmetic Repair

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Paint Application Systems

3M™ PPS™ Paint Preparation SystemAn innovative system from 3M that enables painters to mix less paint and drastically reduces the amount of solvent and technician time required for gun cleaning, improving operator efficiency by as much as 15%.

Innovation. Efficiency. Profitability. These are the values you’ve come to expect from 3M. 3M delivers with the PPS™ Paint Preparation System. Make your job easier and save money with this innovative system that increases efficiency by eliminating the need for traditional mixing cups and paint strainers. Now, paint is mixed and sprayed out of the same PPS™ liner with a lid and built-in filter. Specifically designed adapters allow painters to use the PPS™ system with virtually any spray gun. A key advantage of this closed system is that it enables a painter’s spray gun to function at any angle, even upside down! Safe from outside contamination, the PPS™ system offers a cleaner, more efficient solution for all repairs from small spots to large surfaces. Enhance your quality, reduce solvents, minimize waste, maximize productivity and make your job easier with the revolutionary 3M™ PPS™ Paint Preparation System--now in a comprehensive range of size options allowing precise, accurate coverage.

Spot Repair

3M™ PPS™ Kit 3 fl oz Lids and Liners, PN 16028 3 fl oz (90 mL) full diameter, 200 micron filters

3M™ PPS™ Kit 3 fl oz Lids and Liners, PN 16328 3 fl oz (90 mL) full diameter, 125 micron filters

Ideal for spot repairs that require 3 fluid ounces of material or less.

Small Repair

3M™ PPS™ Kit Mini Size, PN 16114 6 fl oz (180 mL) full diameter, 200 micron filters

3M™ PPS™ Kit Mini Size, PN 16314 6 fl oz (180 mL) full diameter, 125 micron filters

Ideal for small areas that require 6 fluid ounces of material or less.

Medium Size Repair

3M™ PPS™ Kit Midi Size, PN 16112, 13.5 fl oz (400 mL) full diameter, 200 micron filters

3M™ PPS™ Kit Midi Size, PN 16312, 13.5 fl oz (400 mL) full diameter, 125 micron filters

Ideal for areas that require 13.5 fluid ounces of material or less.

Large Repair

3M™ PPS™ Kit Standard Size, PN 16000 22 fl oz (650 mL) 200 micron filters

3M™ PPS™ Kit Standard Size, PN 16301 22 fl oz (650 mL) full diameter, 125 micron filters

Ideal for large areas that require 22 fluid ounces of material or less.

Entire Boat Repair

3M™ PPS™ Kit Large Size, PN 16024 28 fl oz (850 mL) 200 micron filters

3M™ PPS™ Kit Large Size, PN 16325 28 fl oz (850 mL) full diameter, 125 micron filters

Ideal for large jobs that require 28 fluid ounces of material or less.

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