Abel Marine

25/06/2026

Sprayed gelcoat repairs on the Caribbean today, next Will be paint touch-ups on Wairoa...

25/06/2026

Time to do some gelcoat repairs...

23/06/2026

Another project turned up on the weekend for us
We have quite a bit to do on this trailer boat..
Gelcoat repairs on the bottom to be done and the top sides..
Fit six rod holders on deck..
Fit blue lights on the transom....
Remove barnacles on The gel coat on the bottom..
Bring back the bottom to new gel coat colour...
Detail hole boat...
Polish stainless...
Fit game rod brackets to cabin side's..

23/06/2026

Here's a look at some of the paint touch-ups we have to do on Wairoa ...

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23/06/2026

Antifouiling and the prop speed are completed..
Got a couple of coats of varnish on the beer timber..
Fibreglass repair on port and starboard transom ground out cracks glassed fear tomorrow...

23/06/2026

That's one big job completed. removing the aluminium framing , plus we have removed the rotten handrail...
Ready to dry fit the starboard window tomorrow ..

20/06/2026

19/06/2026

What you can't see below the waterline can cost you above it.

Marine growth, algae buildup, and deteriorating antifouling coatings can reduce vessel performance, increase fuel consumption, and lead to expensive maintenance if left unchecked.

Regular inspections and preventative maintenance help keep your hull clean, efficient, and protected year-round.