Recently purchased a 1997 Carver 405 ml. It appears the bottom has it's original bottom paint with no additional paint added. Boat has been kept in northern Michigan, in cold clear water. The hull survey found a sound dry bottom. The bottom was power washed and acid etched. I am told ready for bottom paint. The water line has some paint chipped off and will require additional sanding prior to paint. The rest of the bottom has very little paint missing.

My question is what paint is compatible with the "Rule KL-990 Epoxycop"? The paint is no longer manufactured, (not environment friendly) and I cannot find information on a substitute or replacement? Must I stay with Epoxy since the Rule is Epoxy? Any recommendation would be appreciated.

Dan