Paint Codes

Modern replacement color codes for  the older paints!

1947-52 Cab Interior Colors

PPG 27467

DDL3613

DuPont C8306

Interior is called Graphite Brown Metallic. A fairly close match for cab interior color in a rattle can spray paint is RustOleum "Dark Bronze Metallic" #7272.

1953 Cab Interior

PPG 33210

1947-1953 Steering Wheel, Column and Shifter Color

DuPont 8540

Engine Paint Color for 1947-1955

Gray PPG 34560

A substitute at local parts stores for the gray engine paint is Dupli-Color Ford (gasp!!!) Gray #DE1611.

Misc Items

Engine Color - Gray

Clutch (Bell) Housing - Gray

Transmission - Cast Iron (Natural)

Torque Tube/Rear End - Semi-Gloss Black

Leaf Springs and Shocks - Semi-Gloss Black

Front End Parts - Semi-Gloss Black

Frame - Semi-Gloss Black

Deluxe Fresh Air Heater - An excellent paint to use is "Hammerite Rust Cap", in the bronze color (Part No. 41185.) It duplicates the hammered finish of the original heater perfectly. Takes some practice to put on correctly (buy 2 cans!) MasterChem is available through Eastwood (Part No. 10083Z) among other places.