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Painting a Farrier F25C trimaran requires a systematic approach to surface preparation and application using Alexseal products. The process involves applying a gray primer to mask inconsistencies between carbon fiber and fiberglass surfaces, followed by Alexseal TopCoat 501 in an off-white finish.9:03 To achieve a smooth finish without tipping, the application uses a roll-on method with a specific roll additive mixed at 10 milliliters per quart of paint.10:21 Red Tree foam rollers are used for the topcoat, while fabric rollers are required for the more aggressive primer solvents.11:17 Between coats, the surface is wet-sanded with 320-grit paper to ensure proper adhesion.2:26 The project also includes installing Comigo synthetic rigging terminals into custom carbon chain plates, which requires precise notching of the plates using a drill and an oscillating tool.5:27 The final finish is achieved after three coats, though minor buffing may be necessary to remove debris trapped during the curing process.12:55 Proper surface cleaning and temperature control are critical to preventing air bubbles and splotchy finishes.1:09

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