Carver C37 Black top maintenance?

[tony1b2000]

Hello,

I have a 2020 C37 with a black roof. Not sure why they did it in Black. Looks nice, but gets very hot in the sun.
Is it painted or black gelcoat? I tried waxing it and it did shine up a bit. But gets dull / chalky weeks later. Suggestions?

Last, how many of you have the 4.2 TDI engine package? Just wondering how difficult is is to get a mechanic for them when needed...

Thanks!
Tony

[Viper]

If it turns chalky again after while, chances are it's gelcoat. You can try a more aggressive compound, might take more than one application, or for sure results, a wet sand and polish would definitely do it but it would be best to confirm it's indeed gelcoat first before you do that.

[Midnightsun]

Black looks cool but definitely not the best choice for a flat hardtop on a boat during the summer. If it were mine, I would clean her up real good and have the top wrapped in a lighter color, maybe a light grey? There are hundreds of colors to chose from. This will protect the gelcoat and make cleaning a breeze not to mention it will not haze up like gelcoat.

[bud37]

Yup, I agree black gelcoat on a flat roof near salt water and almost new as well, almost impossible to maintain unless you have a hired crew at it almost once a week. Wet sand and polish will remove the chalky gel, lots of compounds and such, I guess not so bad on a roof , but it will return, I like the idea of a wrap or you could get it painted a lighter color which could be the most permanent option.....have a consult with a boat yard that does this type of work, there could be other options as well.....