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Tim prepares the hull of his boat, Lady Kay, for painting by sanding the transom and hull sections.0:39 After initial progress with 5-inch orbital sanders using 60, 80, and 120-grit sandpaper proved labor-intensive, he rents a professional-grade industrial sander from the boatyard.1:14 This machine utilizes a screen mesh abrasive and connects to a high-draw shop vacuum, significantly increasing efficiency for the 76-foot vessel.1:50 Tim repairs fiberglass imperfections and air voids in the hull with new glass layup and epoxy before sanding.0:56 He plans to apply two coats of Pettit Primer followed by two coats of Pettit Easy Poxy, utilizing a roll-and-tip application method.8:59 The sanding process requires a multi-stage progression from 40-grit to 220-grit to ensure a smooth finish over existing layers of paint and stripes.9:20 Proper surface preparation remains the most time-consuming phase of the project.8:08

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