70 hp yr 2000 paint issue

[dwfoster]

"I am redoing the cover on the

"I am redoing the cover on the engine due to peeling from the sun. I will sand, degloss, tack, prime, paint, clearcoat. I will be installing new decals. The question is do I clearcoat over the decals once installed or install decals unprotected--thanks for any help--wf"

 

[jwbmarine]

"do the cowling,then inst deca

"do the cowling,then inst decals....however,unless they yellowd,...might be a good idea to clr coat them too..."

 

[outboard_doctor]

"If you want a good job paint

"If you want a good job paint it, apply decals and clear coat over. Unfortuantly it wont look original cause it will look too good!!!"