Mercury – Quicksilver Primer Paint | Light Gray Enamel Spray | Marine Finish Prep | 802878Q52

Overview

A great finish starts with the right foundation. The Mercury Marine 802878Q52 Quicksilver Light Gray Primer Paint gives your marine surfaces the ideal base for an even, professional-looking finish. Specially formulated for engines, drives, and propellers, this 12-ounce enamel spray primer helps your topcoat bond better, resist corrosion, and last longer. It’s the same high-quality primer used by Mercury technicians — made to handle salt, sun, and long hours on the water.

Key Features

• Purpose: Provides a smooth, adhesive base for finishing paints on metal or aluminum surfaces.
• Color: Light gray enamel — ideal under Mercury and Mariner topcoat paints.
• Performance: Promotes better adhesion and a smoother final finish.
• Protection: Seals metal against moisture and corrosion before painting.
• Ease of Use: Convenient 12 oz. aerosol spray can for simple, even application.

Engine & Boat Compatibility

• Suitable for use on outboard engines, sterndrives, propellers, and engine covers
• Compatible with Mercury, Mariner, and MerCruiser finishes

Performance & Real-World Benefits

The 802878Q52 primer helps you achieve a clean, professional look that lasts. By sealing and prepping the surface, it prevents corrosion and improves paint adhesion, reducing peeling and chipping over time.

It sprays evenly, dries fast, and provides a durable base that ensures your finish coat goes on smooth and stays looking fresh — even in tough marine conditions. Whether you’re touching up your outboard or refinishing a drive, it’s the first step toward a factory-quality result.

Why Choose Mercury OEM

The Quicksilver 802878Q52 is a genuine Mercury Marine paint product, formulated to work perfectly with Mercury’s own finishes. Generic primers can react poorly with marine paints or fail to resist salt and humidity, leading to early wear.

Mercury’s OEM primer is engineered specifically for marine metals and coatings, ensuring compatibility, protection, and long-lasting performance. It’s trusted by Mercury techs and boaters who want a finish that lasts season after season.

FAQ

Q1: What is this primer used for?
It’s designed for use before applying finish paint on engines, cowls, drives, and propellers.

Q2: What color is it?
A light gray enamel, perfect for use under Mercury topcoats.

Q3: What size can does it come in?
A 12-ounce spray can, ideal for both small touch-ups and larger prep jobs.

Q4: How should I apply it?
Clean and dry the surface, shake well, and apply in light, even coats — following the can’s directions for best results.

Q5: Why Mercury OEM over other primers?
It’s made to bond with Mercury’s paints and metals, offering unmatched adhesion and corrosion protection in marine environments.