"Richard J Kinch" wrote in message
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r_d writes:

I did prepare the drive according to manufacturers directions.
Is there a better paint for out drives then the primer and then anti
fouling drive paint scheme?

Primer specifically for aluminum?

Wire brushing may be a problem, embedding steel in the aluminum.

The primer was for aluminum out drives but I wonder if wire brushing
actually polished the aluminum and that is why it didn't stick. Another
poster suggested a different type of paint. This time I think I will light
sand to scuff up the surface, wash with dish soap and then prime and paint
with a different brand of paint.

thanks for the post,
mark