Ocean-X antifouling paint?

cassiola

For those who have the Ocean-X outdrive, what is the process of painting it with anti-fouling paint?  And what type do you use? 
I've not found much info on this and want to make sure it's done correctly.

randy56

welcome, if you type in paiting outdrive in the search box, in the upper right you will a ton of info.

cassiola

Thanks, I was mainly wondering if there was anything special about this drive vs other Volvo DPS drives. I just had the conversion done and will be in the water first time this year with new drive.
I assume then, the process is same as other Volvo DPS drives...

Handymans342

Did you ask Volvo?

[Deleted User]

I've had my Ocean X drive about a year now. The titanium coating on the Ocean X drive is an anti-corrosion finish. It will not stop marine growth. My drive was painted at the yard that did the install, I'm not sure about the exact type of paint but the brand was Pettit I think. Whatever they used seems to keep growth to a minimum, however I do have my hull and drive cleaned professionally monthly.

I would suggest talking to someone at Volvo to see if they recommend a particular paint type and/or brand.

This drive is pricey but amazing, I hear the words "bullet proof" to describe the product, and it can be mated to engines up to 420HP...WOW!

Andy

cassiola

Thanks, I will try to call Volvo.  Looking forward to the improvement with OceanX over my old XDP drive!

[Deleted User]

@cassiola The new drive will transform the boat. You will not regret the decision.
Andy