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cleaning bottom after sanding

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saltshaker28
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cleaning bottom after sanding

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just got finished sanding my bottom I have Pettit sr40 on the bottom can anyone suggest what to clean the loose dust off before I paint
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I have always used acetone. Damp rag changing often.
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I give it a complete wash down with a good strong garden hose nozzle to get the loose stuff off after sanding. then the wipe down with acetone or the like after she dries.
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Re: cleaning bottom after sanding

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Thanks for the info I am putting in a lot of time this year on running geat and the bottom
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