Concourse Question: 260 V-8 Blue Paint

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sdgrant

Discussion Starter · Mar 6, 2001

I posted this on the old Forum today, just when they were opening this new one, so I'll try again here for more responses:

What is the absolute spot-on concourse correct 260 blue for the valve covers and air cleaner? It's been a long off-season, and I think I'll be getting a correct 17" V8 air cleaner to replace the Fairlane-style one I have now. I like the fact that mine looks more "260-ish", but I know it's not correct.

I remember the old response said Grabber Blue, but I want to be sure. I also remember hearing that Plasti-Kote's Ford Blue (not Corporate Blue) is close. That's what I have now, but it looks too dark to me.....

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Scott302

· #2 · Mar 6, 2001

I use (and sell) Ford Light Blue by Seymour. I have found it a good match to an original 64 1/2 valve cover that I had.

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· #3 · Mar 6, 2001

I guess you probably went back and read a reply that I made because I recommend the plasti-kote Ford Blue.

Here is a picture of a 64.5 260 that I did most of the engine compartment restoration:
http://www.bluefinger.net/users/mustang/photos/65/images/IMAGE062.JPG

On that car, I used the Ford Blue. Got a nice flow coat with it and it looks real sharp. This is an MCA concours trailered car that has gotten a perfect score in judging 2 times. Never lost more than 4 points at any national show. If you want a good one to 'compare' to, this is the one.

Charles Turner
MCA Gold Card Judge(64.5-65, 66)
'65 Fastback
'00 GT Conv, triple black

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sdgrant

Discussion Starter · #4 · Mar 6, 2001

Hmmmm, I thought I had Plasti-Kote, maybe it's a different brand, but the Ford Blue I have definitely looks a shade or two darker than this car.... The one in your picture has the right color I'm looking for, so Plasti-Kote it is........

Does it stand up to engine compartment demands? You said it was a trailered car, and mine WILL NOT be trailered (I say that now, but you never know.......).

Steve Grant
'64½ Indy 500 Pace Car coupe

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· #5 · Mar 6, 2001

yes, it is an engine enamel and will do well. just make sure you give it 24 hours to dry before handling.

Charles Turner
MCA Gold Card Judge(64.5-65, 66)
'65 Fastback
'00 GT Conv, triple black

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