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04-27-2008, 12:36 PM

corvette1976

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keeping it original

I have a 1976 corvette that I am trying to keep all original. I am trying to paint the engine back to its original color but can't find what shade of orange it is.

04-27-2008, 03:52 PM

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RE: keeping it original

Welcome to CF!

I've always just called it "Chevy Orange". As to what shade, I haven't got a clue. [&o]

04-27-2008, 08:40 PM

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RE: keeping it original

Most auto parts stores will have the correct color in stock. Just ask them if you don't see it out on the shelf. Cheers

04-27-2008, 11:13 PM

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RE: keeping it original

I discovered that Krylon's Chevy Orange was a little redder than stock. I got Tempo at a auto paint store and it was a perfect match to the original.

04-27-2008, 11:42 PM

Wedge

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RE: keeping it original

Check with Eastwood at www.eastwood.com They have all of the correct paints for resto's. Their part number for Chevy Orange is 10016Z.
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