Removing Barnacles

[Slaphead]

I've just taken possession of a nearly new yam 15 which has been left in salt water resulting in remains of barnacle growth on the skeg.

How do I remove the bases without damaging the paintwork?

[codprawn]

Depends what type of paint it is. IF it's epoxy paint you could use some HCL or brick cleaner which will dissolve them off.

[Slaphead]

It's the original gunmetal grey from the factory.

[codprawn]

I see Yamaha use an Acrylic rather than an epoxy paint. Acid resistance is classified as moderate so try using a green nylon scourer first!!!