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1st Generation 1964 1/2 - 1973 - Questions & general discussions that apply to a specific year => 1964 1/2 - 1965 => Topic started by: Corey Bowcutt on January 31, 2025, 01:38:14 PM

Title: 1964.5 260 CID engine color sheen
Post by: Corey Bowcutt on January 31, 2025, 01:38:14 PM

I am getting my 260 CID engine rebuilt.  The shop asked if I wanted it gloss or semi-gloss black.  Does anyone know what sheen of black the block should be?

Thank you,

Corey

Title: Re: 1964.5 260 CID engine color sheen
Post by: CharlesTurner on January 31, 2025, 02:04:18 PM

Semi-gloss is generally accepted, I'd say a range between satin and semi-gloss.


Full gloss is a definite no.

Title: Re: 1964.5 260 CID engine color sheen
Post by: Corey Bowcutt on January 31, 2025, 02:26:24 PM

Thank you Charles.  Much appreciated.

While I am at it do you or anyone know what color blue is used for valve covers and air cleaner?

Corey

Title: Re: 1964.5 260 CID engine color sheen
Post by: CharlesTurner on January 31, 2025, 05:39:12 PM

Quote from: Corey Bowcutt on January 31, 2025, 02:26:24 PM

Thank you Charles.  Much appreciated.

While I am at it do you or anyone know what color blue is used for valve covers and air cleaner?

Corey

A good match is Grabber Blue.  That's what I used on the pace car I restored:  https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1965-ford-mustang-321/

Title: Re: 1964.5 260 CID engine color sheen
Post by: Corey Bowcutt on February 01, 2025, 11:37:02 AM

Thank you Charles.  That is one beautifully restored car.  I captured those pictures a year ago or so and reference them often.  I did not realize you restored it.  Exceptional work.

So I should just purchase the 1969 grabber blue color.  That is easy.

Thanks again.

Corey