Fiberglass Care
Washing and waxing the boat hull and deck regularly will extend the life and beauty of your Supra. It is a good routine to rinse your boat with fresh water after each day’s use.
It is recommended that the hull and deck be cleaned and waxed after every 25 hours of use. This will decrease water friction and lesson the potential for staining or spotting on the gelcoat surface.
When the original gelcoat shine cannot be restored by waxing, the shine may be restored by hand buffing with a commercial polishing compound. Be sure to apply a new coat of wax containing Carnauba over the area that has been polished.
IMPORTANT: Porcelain cleaning powders are too abrasive for use on gelcoat and may cause permanent discoloration if used. Household detergents containing ammonia or chlorine should not be used on gelcoat. Never use acetone or ketone solvents to clean your boat finish.
Washing Your Boat
The easiest way to preserve the beauty of your boat is to keep it clean by frequent washing. Wash the boat with luke warm or cold water. Wipe the boat down immediately after washing to avoid water spots. Avoid using hot water or washing your boat in direct sunlight. Avoid using strong soaps or chemical detergents. To avoid spotting, all cleaning agents should be thoroughly rinsed from the surface promptly and not allowed to dry on the finish.
Section X
Cleaning, Care & Storage
Rub Rail Care
Use a sponge or other soft material to wash and wax the rub rail. To wax, use a commercial automotive bumper wax.
NOTICE: When tying up to a dock or another boat, always use cushioned fenders (dock bumpers) to protect your boat from hard surfaces.
Windshield Care
All Supra windshields are constructed of tempered safety glass to ensure passenger safety. The glass surfaces should be cleaned regularly to ensure that visibility is not obstructed.
Use a commercial glass cleaner to remove any spotting or stubborn stains that develop on the windshield. Never use abrasive cleaners on glass surfaces.
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