Best lacquer-based primer?
 

Hi everybody,

Before posting here, I did various searches for "primer", "best primer", etc.. The subject has been discussed so much that the results are a little overwhelming.

You jet guys (I'm not one, yet.) seem to have the best finishes, so I'd like to hear your suggestions on the best currently available lacquer-based primer. It doesn't have to be fuel proof for my needs, (finish-coating plugs, before mold making) but I'd like for it to be high solids, quick drying, and nice sanding. (I love the old K&B epoxy primer.)

Thank you for any suggestions.

Best lacquer-based primer?
 

Mike,
For plug, molds, and such, I'd go visit your local automotive paint store (even NAPA) and pick up their cheaper brand of primer. I usually pick up the gallon cans and buy the heaviest one. You can spray it or brush it on since about 95% or more will be sanded off anyway. I've used the Evercoat brand, "Dura Build" gray Acrylic Surfacer primer that's "high solids". Works great on my model projects and you can brush or spray it on over West Systems epoxy glass work in preparation for paint. I believe it was around $30/gallon. You can also go with the Epoxy primers which are higher priced.

There is also the Duratec primers that are specifically designed for moldmaking and can be polished to a mirror finish. You can order the gallon online or at a local boat or f-glass/plastics shop.

Primer for plugs
 

Thank you Tom.