TOPIC: Duration between Self Etching Primer/paint?

Hey guys, done this before but I forgot. What is the application time between Self Etching Primer and Paint?

Well I gotta say I waited until the primer was dry on the outboard lower and the paint has been peeling. I believe it said to apply within an hour of applying the primer. Now that was with rattle cans but I believe it's the same either way. I plan on doing it that way for the 350 in the Resorter when I get to it.

Bob

Bob, at least you set a timeline, 2 years when you paint the 350.

Yeah the rate i'm going!

Bob

For Rustoleum Self Etching Primer:

APPLICATION
Shake can vigorously for one minute after the mixing ball begins to rattle. If mixing ball fails to rattle DO NOT STRIKE CAN. Contact Rust-Oleum. Shake often during use. Hold can 12-16" from surface and spray in a steady back-and-forth motion, slightly overlapping each stroke. Keep the can the same distance from the surface and in motion while spraying. For best adhesion, apply 2 or 3 thin coats and allow each coat to dry for 2 minutes before applying the next coat. Allow the final coat of Self Etching Primer to dry for a minimum of 3-4 hours before dry sanding, or 15 minutes before wet sanding with #400 grit sandpaper. Do not use near open flame.
DRY & RECOAT
Dry and recoat times are based on 70°F (21°C) and 50% relative humidity. Allow more time at cooler temperatures. Dries to the touch in 10 minutes and to handle in 15-30 minutes. Apply a top coat after 30 minutes.

Regards,
StevieB

Thanks for the input guys, should have said that I was blowing this with a gun. Finally talked with a pro, the duration is no more than 24 hours. You can paint as soon as 3 hours if dry, more if needed but not more than 24 hours.

So two coats later, they look pretty good.

Very nice!

Bob