anybody know right off if this primer is any good, especially under marine (topside) paint? it says it's a universal primer. see here: http://nationalpaintsupply.net/runomoqu.html

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ps: for you guys using Interlux Brightside, what is tha Recommended Reducer(s) and tha Recommended Primer(s) said on tha back label?

here are some quick notes i took off tha back label of my Blue Water Marine Paint, that i just received today...

Suggested Uses: Topsides, Decks, Cabin, Masts, Bilge, Waterline, Boottop Striping, Industrial and Offshore Structures.

Limitations: Do not apply if material, substrate or ambient temperature is below 50*F or above 95*F.

Colors: Available in over 30 factory packaged colors, as well as 1000 mixed colors.

Finish: Gloss

Vehicle Type: Polyurethane Alkyd Resin

Solvent Type: High Flash Naptha

VOC: 3.76 lbs. / gal (450 grams / liter)

Solids by Weight: 50%

Weight per Gallon: 10 lbs. per gallon (varies by color)

Recommended Dry Film: 4.0 mils

Coverage: Theoretical coverage at two mils dry is 400 square feet per gallon, and recommended thickness of 4 mils dry would require 2 full coats. Material losses during mixing and application will vary and must be taken into consideration. Expect 50% less coverage on bare, rough or sandblasted surfaces.

Viscosity at 75*F (24*C): 70-80 KU

Average Dry Time 75*F: Dries to touch in 4 hours. Lower temperature & higher humidity will slow down dry times.

Recommended Reducer: Xylene for spray application, Hi Flash Naptha for brushing or rolling.

Resistance to: Chemical Resistance, Abrasion, Oils, Grease, Rust, Corrosion, Mildew, Chipping and Fading.

Recommended Primers: Mega Gloss Primers 8735 White, 8736 Black, 8737 Red, 8738 Grey.

Application: Brush, Spray or Roller
Roll: 3/8" - 1/2" nap mohair metal, lambskin, phenolic core roller. Keep roller wet. Roll in one direction, rewet, then cross roll. Product can be reduced as needed with Hi Flash Naptha to allow proper flow out and performance.
Spray: Conventional Air Gravity Feed 59-70 psi, Tip Size .055 - .070, Airless 2200 - 2500 psi, Tip Size .013 - .017. Product can be reduced with Xylene as needed for proper flow out and performance. For Air Spray reduce 25% with enamel reducer (Xylene).

Surface Preparation: Water blast surface to remove all loose paint, dirt, oils and grease. Abrade with 240 grit dry sandpaper or equivalent. Solvent wipe down to remove all sanding residue. Prime with Mega Gloss Primer for best results.

Pot Life: Not Applicable

Shelf Life: Maximum 12 months

Mixing: Mechanically mix for 10 minutes, making sure that all solid material is mixed thoroughly.

Package: 1 gallon cans, 5 gallon cans, quarts.

Cleanup: Xylene for Equipment.