How do you remove oxidation on an aluminum boat?

Answer 1

Pittman's Original VaporWax is a once a month Acrylic paint conditioner that is a mist on product. It inhibits rust, removes oxidation and eleminates the need for wax.

Answer 2

The only reason you want to remove oxidation from aluminum is if you're going to coat the aluminum with an anticorrosive treatment like anodizing it because it will re-oxidize very quickly.

But if you DO want to remove the oxidation, either sand it off or use phosphoric acid.

Answer 3

I suggest you don't remove the oxidization, it forms a protective layer which will seal the material. I realize it isn't pretty but it is useful. Most products that do remove oxidization also remove material and thus open the aluminum to the elements which just starts the oxidization process again. So in short wash your boat with a mild detergent and rinse it well after use. Save your arms for reeling in the big ones and holding the cold ones.

Sincerely,

Mike

PS I am an avid fishermen and a retired ship builder.