Washing/waxing aluminum boats?

[jackfisher]

I have a 19' aluminum crestliner deep v with a 140 hp merc. The boat is a little older but a gem!

I was just wondering what you all do as far as maintaining the hull of the boat?

Do you wash, wax buff etc. What reccomendations do you have?

I have heard that you can really increase the performance of your boat by maintaining the hull?

Your expertise and help is appreciated.
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[Lundman]

I'm sure I'll here plenty about this but this is how I maintain my alumiunum hull....

I have had my boat for seven years - the only substance I use on it is white vinegar - it's run $2 a gallon and removes water stains and does not leave a film. I also bought two cheap spray bottles to apply the vinegar.

I wipe the boat down about three times a year and sometimes have to use some other cleaners (409, Dawn) to get rid of road tar, etc.

Give it a try - it's cheap & it works!!!
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