40th paint code
Feb 10, 2007 | 02:31 PM
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From: Apopka Florida
40th paint code
any one kno the paint code for the 40th aniversery vette? looking to paint a 78 that color
Feb 10, 2007 | 02:35 PM
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78vettedude
Any one know the paint code for the 40th anniversary vette? Looking to paint a 78 that color
Ruby Red is PPG 4708, Valspar R1106
http://www.corvettepaintcodes.com/
If you do go ahead and paint it that color I'd love to see pictures ...
Feb 10, 2007 | 02:50 PM
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That is one of my favorite colors. Also, Polo green with tan interior is hard to beat. Ruby is # 1
Feb 10, 2007 | 02:52 PM
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thx, itll be a while, i gotta get money for the car
Feb 10, 2007 | 05:32 PM
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Yeah, I like it but I think Dark red metallic looks even sweeter.
Feb 10, 2007 | 05:46 PM
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I found this pic online of a '78 painted similar to the color you're wanting.
Feb 10, 2007 | 07:17 PM
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Cadder
I found this pic online of a '78 painted similar to the color you're wanting.
just drooling looking @ that pic
also what would the best way to paint it? basecoat w/clear or Acrylic Enamel?
Last edited by 78vettedude; Feb 10, 2007 at 07:21 PM .
