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Old Apr 4, 2020 | 11:54 AM
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1973 Vs 1976 S code

New to the forum. "Hello"

I have a '73 HB and a '76 HB... Both are originally Tu-Tone SM. What is the difference in 1973 Midnight Blue Irid and 1976 Midnight Blue Matallic?



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My '76 high boy is that color as well. from what I remember, and could find out they are the same color. it was also called bright dark blue I believe.

I think the iridescent , poly and metallic terminology were just terms of the era they were in. they were all single stage and there was no pearl back then so you either had metallic or a solid that was it.
 
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Thanks Sixpack! I appreciate the response.
 
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If you're trying to match your existing paint I doubt you're going to be very happy with anything off the shelf. even custom matching at a paint shop is a challenge.

My '76 is almost ready for paint, I think I'm going to have them shoot it with 2019 GM Deep Ocean Blue. it's a similar blue but with much more eye appeal. if you're doing a full repaint you might consider that or something like it. it will be much easier to repair should you ever need to as well. radial tires and modern base/clear paint are the two upgrades I consider acceptable.
 
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COLOR code: S > > 1973/79 = Bright Dark Blue Metallic .. Ford basic part number 5094

Originally, these trucks were painted with acrylic enamel.
 
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Thanks for the Tip, Sixpack!
 
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COLOR code: S > > 1973/79 = Bright Dark Blue Metallic .. Ford basic part number 5094

Originally, these trucks were painted with acrylic enamel.
Thanks Number!

Marti calls out 5094-A for the '76 and 5094-HS for the '73... Just had me curious as to Nomenclature.
 

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Thanks Number!

Marti calls out 5094-A for the '76 and 5094-HS for the '73... Just had me curious as to Nomenclature.
1973/79 Ford 100/500 Series Truck Parts Catalog says:

AE60-5094-B .. 1/2 ounce Tube of Touch Up Paint w/Brush.

AE60-5094-C .. One Quart Can

AE60-5094-H .. 6 ounce Spray Bomb.
 
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