I like the Totally Stainless idea. Makes complete sense to me. Thanks Mike and Conroe.
I already bought some 2-part Kirker epoxy primer from
www.smartshoppersinc.com. I just ordered what my painter buddy told me to get - one gallon each of the activator and gray primer. The price is great and it is a popular product. It is at his house now since we were supposed to lay a coat down tonight but unfortunately something came up. Hopefully we won't get much more rain between now and the weekend.