Well, it all started with let's upgrade the radio...and then one thing led to another and we eventually pulled the engine. Wish I was kidding...

I am getting ready to paint everything under the hood and I'd like to use the correct color and paint for each component. I am not looking to NCRS (the original acronym) show my vette, but I would like it to be close to original. Below is a list of components and the associated colors according to the NCRS manual. What I need to know: the type. color, and where I can get the appropriate paint? Thanks in advance to anyone that can help. It has been so long since I've driven my vette, I have forgotten what it's like..


Engine & valve covers - Orange
Power Steering Bracket - Dip painted black enamel
Alternator adjusting brace - Dip painted semi-gloss black
Master cylinder - Semi-flat black
Master cylinder cover - Gold irridite
Power brake booster - Gloss black
Oil Pan - No paint - I thought they were orange!
Water pump - Orange
Water pump and crankshaft pulleys - Semi-gloss black or phosphate
Fan clutch shaft - Dull aluminum
Fan clutch thermostat side - Bare aluminum or gold irridite
Radiator Fan - Gloss black
Thermostat housing - Orange
Engine compartment - Semi-gloss to semi-flat black
Hood hinges - Dull silver cad plated
Hood support - Silver cad or zinc plated
Hood latches - Black phosphate rust proof
Radiator core support - Black-out
Condenser and dryer - Semi-gloss black
Radiator shroud - Semi-gloss black
Starter body - Semi-gloss black w/ aluminum nose
Power steering piston and control valve - Low gloss black

 

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So that's the best place to buy automotive paint? I went to their web site but I had a trouble finding what I need. Can you provide any guidance?

Thanks,

Steve

 

Look up paint chips for 72 chevrolet on autocolorlibrary.com. They will show a code for chevy engine orange. Take the code to any paint store and they should be able to mix it. I've never heard of a steel oil pan not being painted. As far as the parts that have a silver or gold plating, it will be hard to replicate that finish with paint.