Universal primer for underwater metal surfaces including steel and aluminum hulls and underwater running gear provides a barrier to reduce pitting of metal from galvanic corrosion. Use as a primer for antifouling paint over sanded fiberglass, wood or over an unknown antifouling paint.

• Primary Usage: Underwater metal surfaces
• Formulation: Anti-corrosive underwater metal primer
• Applies Over: Bare steel, aluminum, bare or previously painted fiberglass
• Drying Time: To touch: 1 to 3 hrs.; To overcoat: 3 to 8 hrs.
• Number of Coats Recommended: Three/four
• Thinner: 216, Model 117598
• Coverage: Brush: 52sq.ft/qt, 210sq.ft/gal; Spray: 42sq.ft/qt, 170sq.ft/gal.
• Color: Gray
• Quart or gallon

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