Man, why do we always think the fix is gonna be so easy? I was sure I could patch my leaky roof with some tar last fall, ended up replacing the whole thing after the first big rain. Sounds like you and @scott.ryan both found the hard way that a quick patch just makes a bigger mess later. That approval loop stuff is always a killer, it's like trying to run with your shoes tied together.

Disagree on that one. I've found all-purpose mud gives me better control for that first coat every time.

Honestly, I used to think it was fine.