Help! for a New Owner of an Old Boat

[MakoMike]

Make sure you wear a respirator and don't breathe any of that blue dust, it can be bad news for your lungs.

[beamie]

Just give the bottom a quick sanding with 60 0r 80 grit to knock the loose stuff off....and go fishing. I think far too many people worry too much about bottom paint buildup. It's not like you going to gain 10 knots and save 30% on fuel.....go fishing.

[zacs]

i agree w/ beamie.

knock off the loose stuff, give the whole bottom a scuff with the random orbital, wipe with acetone and paint.

It is still a pain in the azz.