Mercury Mariner Engine Paint

Mercury Mariner Engine Paint 12oz.

Mercury OEM enamel spray paint for Mariner engines. These paint colors are custom matched to factory Mariner engines. Mercury enamel spray paints leave a high gloss finish and are fast to dry.

Colors Available:

• Mercury Mariner 92-802878-14 Light Gray - for 1985 and newer Mariner models (except 1994 and newer top cowls: 1994 and newer lower cowls on 8, 9.9, 15, 75 HP and larger models; and 1997 3.0 L Offshore models)
• Mercury Mariner 92-802878-12 Silver - for 1994 and newer Mariner top cowls (except 1997 3.0L Offshore models)
• Mercury Mariner 92-802878-1 Phantom Black

How to Apply Mercury Mariner Engine Paint

For best results, use when air and can temperature is between 50°F and 80°F and humidity is 60% or less. Avoid spraying in very windy or dusty conditions. cover surrounding area to protect from spray mist.

Dry Time (to touch): 20 Minutes

Dry Time (full cure): 24 Hours

• Prepare surface by priming with Mercury Light Gray Primer (92-802878-52).
• Wipe surface lightly with tack cloth to remove sanding particles and dust.
• Shake can well for one minute after mixing ball begins to rattle. Shake often during use.
• Hold can upright 8-10" from surface and apply thin, even coats using a steady, uniform back and forth motion.
• Keep the can in motion while spraying and release button after each stroke.
• Apply second coat within 1 hour or after 24 hours.
• Apply Mercury Clear Coat (92-802878-53) 30 minutes after base color has been applied.

Special Order Mercury Marine Information:

• Additional Handling Time: Item transfers from an alternate warehouse requires an additional 1–3 business days to ship.
• Non Returnable: This item is ordered specifically for your application and cannot be returned or canceled once processed.
• Verify Fitment Before Ordering: Please confirm compatibility with your engine model.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mercury Mariner Engine Paint 12oz. used for?

Mercury Mariner Engine Paint 12oz. is an OEM enamel spray paint designed for Mariner engines. The available colors are custom matched to factory Mariner engine colors and provide a high-gloss finish with fast drying. Available options include Light Gray, Silver, and Phantom Black, with specific model-year applications for some colors.

Which Mariner engines are compatible with the Mercury Mariner Engine Paint colors?

Compatibility varies by color and engine model. Light Gray 92-802878-14 is for 1985 and newer Mariner models with listed exceptions, while Silver 92-802878-12 is for 1994 and newer Mariner top cowls with an exception for 1997 3.0L Offshore models. Phantom Black 92-802878-1 is also available. Verify fitment for your engine before ordering.

How should Mercury Mariner Engine Paint be applied?

Prime the surface with Mercury Light Gray Primer 92-802878-52, then remove sanding dust with a tack cloth. Shake the can for one minute after the mixing ball begins to rattle, and spray thin, even coats while holding the can 8-10 inches from the surface. Apply the second coat within 1 hour or after 24 hours.

What temperature and humidity conditions are recommended for applying Mercury Mariner Engine Paint?

For best results, apply the paint when the air and can temperature are between 50°F and 80°F and humidity is 60% or less. Avoid spraying in very windy or dusty conditions, and cover surrounding areas to protect them from spray mist.

How long does Mercury Mariner Engine Paint take to dry and cure?

The paint is dry to the touch in approximately 20 minutes and reaches full cure in approximately 24 hours. Mercury Clear Coat 92-802878-53 can be applied 30 minutes after the base color has been applied. Follow the specified recoat timing when applying additional color coats.

Is Mercury Mariner Engine Paint returnable, and should fitment be verified before ordering?

This item is ordered specifically for the application and cannot be returned or canceled once processed. Mercury recommends confirming compatibility with your engine model before ordering. Special-order items transferring from an alternate warehouse may also require an additional 1-3 business days to ship.

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