Europa-List: gel coat

[Graham Singleton <graham@gflight.f9.co.uk>]

>If the Europa wings are already gelcoated, how does this effect the
>application of the two part urethane paints? What prep work would need to 
>be done
>to
>the quick build kits from Europa?
>
>
>Mike Duane A207

Mike
the Europa gel is epoxy, not polyester as most sailplane gel is. Urethane 
will stick fine.
I use epoxy primer (SP Systems Hibuild 320 ) then acrylic/urethane paint. 
It's easier to buff or refinish than straight urethane. .
Graham