TotalBoat Topside Primer Troubleshooting Guide

ISSUE

SOLUTION

• Too much primer was applied
• The primer has not cured for a long enough time to be sanded

• TotalBoat Topside primer should only be applied very thin. Do not apply this product to achieve full color hide. 
• Wait until the primer has properly cured before sanding
• Wait 2-3 days, remove any primer that is still gummy, and start over applying the product as directed

• The primer was not thoroughly shaken or stirred before use

• Pour the material back into the original container and stir or shake the container until there is no settled material on the bottom of the can. The viscosity of the material should be consistent throughout.

• Incompatible substrate material
• Surface contamination/ inadequate surface preparation

• Only apply Topside Primer to compatible substrate materials, that have been properly prepared.
• Only use the specified solvent wipes for surface preparation before applying Topside Primer
• Remove any primer that is not sticking properly once cured.  Perform all surface preparation over with more attention to detail and care

• Primer was not cured enough to be over-coated
• Incompatible coating was applied to Topside Primer
• Primer was not properly prepared for a topcoat

• Always ensure that topside primer has cured for a sufficient amount of time prior to applying a topcoat.  
• Only apply coatings that are compatible with Topside Primer.
• Remove any coatings that have not properly adhered, and start over, taking extra care to follow all surface preparation directions

• Product was not thinned properly for the conditions

• Topside Primer cures very quickly. Thinning the product will help the product self-level, and extend its working time.  
• Sand back or remove the primer if required, and reapply if needed.

• Surface contamination

• Remove the primer in any areas that show signs of fisheyes, or if there is any concern for product adhesion.  
• Start over with the surface preparation, taking much more care.