Re: V8 engine paint color

Posted by BH On 2008/4/23 8:35:03

That's been a particular problem for owners of '56 Clippers and Execs, as I have NEVER seen a high-temp engine enamel in the correct shade of metallic green that was used for that one year. It is unlike any other green used on any other Packard engine (or any other car, for that matter).

I have in my notes that Dupont Dulux 5227DH provides the closest match for these engines. While this is NOT a temperature-rated enamel intended for engine use, others have used it successfully. However, I've been told that no engine paint will withstand the heat generated where the exhaust crossover of the intake meets the cylider head.

I do not have such info for other Packard engine colors, though.