Technical 32 original grille color

I know they call the grey on the 32 grille french grey but what is that color or if someone has a code? Thanks

 

As I recall there were three variances of Seagull grey & one of french grey, but I don't know the codes for any of them..

There were several threads discussing the colors on the Ford Barn. HRP

 

https://fordbarn.com/forum/showthread.php?t=71106

This list paint code DCC 586

 

The salesmans book from 32 says "french grey", but the factory painted them "Gull grey". I dont believe anyone has a formula for gull, so you would have to find a original insert, look for a reminent of the grey and have it matched at a paint store. I dont like Gull, I prefer French. There is an existing formula for French Grey/

 

I recently painted this one "French Grey"

 

Looks great. Also learned something new today.

 

Krylon " dove gray " is pretty darn close !

 

I peeled the label on my can of acrylic enamel, and here is the formula.

 

When I paint them, I add a little Matte flatening to the paint to soften the gloss

 

Thanks for the codes, and tips. I have 2 original shells and inserts; some day, when I'm looking for something to do, maybe I'll tidy them up.

 

Yes indeed and thanks for the codes.....Algomac I could take one of your shells and insert off your hands and do the tidy up business right here. (I think I need one to help soothe the second shot thursday. ahhhhh

 

I’m curious, are you restoring a 32 for preservation and 100 point show quality?

 

Not any more, that was in a prior life, maybe 1984

 

Here's a photo of my last 32 at the EFV8 Central national meet in Milwaukee in 84

 

Great info!!


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Green...you forgot green..cuz that's what it takes to get a nice, original '32 grtlle...lottsa green