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Posted on: 2020/4/6 18:29
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What colour is on the firewall in the engine Compartment?
This was painted body colour at the factory before any other items were added and would be very difficult to repaint completely without removing electrical accessories, wiring, etc.
Posted on: 2020/4/6 19:12
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On all my Packards, the firewall had always been body color,
Posted on: 2020/4/6 20:40
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Same color as the body
Posted on: 2020/4/7 6:58
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The "dash 5" number on the plate indicates it's a '49 that was left over and sold as '50.
So check under the '49 paint codes also. Most yellows fade, so unless it's been inside mostly, I doubt that is the original hue. I guess I don't understand if you want to match the current color, paint original which probably won't match, or just trying to find out what color it might be?
Posted on: 2020/4/7 8:38
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Not quite so, Jim. The cars built as legitimate 1950 models also were marked with the -5-.
PS - if I interpret Bob Neal's book correctly, the car in question is not a renumbered leftover.
Posted on: 2020/4/7 8:52
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I thought after getting a quote for the redo of the car I was interested in the paint color. I love the color it Is now and I won't change it as it is part of the reason I bought the car. But after looking at the paint charts I was totally confused on what it could be. Thanks for your information. Happy motoring.
Posted on: 2020/4/7 11:14
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Like 54Les suggested if you go to TCP Global's Auto Color Library I think you'll find that your current color maybe Corona Cream.
I've used TCP's products for years and have been very happy with the results. I know that at one time they bought PPG's paints in 50 gallon drums and repackaged. If you send them a item with you car's paint on, they will match for about $70. Their paint costs about two-thirds other major brands.
Posted on: 2020/4/7 11:26
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