I have a 2016 Carry-On 5x8 utility trailer with mesh deck and tailgate that I bought new from Tractor Supply back in 2016. It was a little rusty then, and is quite rusty now. I've been thinking I should get it cleaned up and painted this summer, and time is running out, as it tends to do. I'm looking for recommendations on how thoroughly to try to get the rust off, and what kind of paint and primer to use.
I can knock off loose stuff with power and hand wire brushes, but to get to clean metal will be nearly impossible, I think, especially with the mesh. I have heard somewhere of people using roll-on liquid bedliner to coat trailers like this but I don't know if it's a real thing or not. I'm familiar with Rust-Oleum rusty metal primer and paint and can use that if there is not a better choice. I'll be grateful for any advice.