Correct engine color

[Roadburner]

I know there are 3 different colors of blue Ford painted their engines. Does anybody know the correct factory engine color for a 77? I'm doing a stock resto and I'm not 100% sure of the correct engine color code.

 

[ep67bro]

I dont know the paint code but I do know it is a very dark blue. I have an unrestored 77 302 in my shop and what little pant is left on it is very dark blue.

 

[mitzel]

I've never bought any real automotive paint for engine & accessories so
I don't know color code either. I've typically used the Duplicolor Engine
Enamel in the spray cans. In that line there's Ford Blue (1601),
Ford Dark Blue (1606), and Old Ford Blue (1621). From lightest to
darkest it goes 1601, 1621, 1606. For late 60's I've used 1606, and for
70's I've used 1621.

Summary: If you're going with rattle cans I'd look for the Duplicolor 1621.


good luck! danny

 

[Roadburner]

Thanks guys