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Camaro Research Group Discussion => Originality => Topic started by: rockphil on June 14, 2009, 11:09:28 PM

Title: Color Code for 69 Z28 Standard Silver Grille
Post by: rockphil on June 14, 2009, 11:09:28 PM

Does anyone know the color code and maufacturer (or equivalent) for the silver paint used on 1969 Camaro Silver Standard Grilles?

Title: Re: Color Code for 69 Z28 Standard Silver Grille
Post by: Sauron327 on June 14, 2009, 11:26:04 PM

PPG code DQE 8568

Title: Re: Color Code for 69 Z28 Standard Silver Grille
Post by: lynnbilodeau on September 14, 2012, 12:38:45 PM

Tried to find the DQE paint under "topcoats" on the ppg website.  Can't find anything.  Is it discontinued?

Probably a stupid question, but would the same paint be suitable for the ralley wheels on a 69?

Also, when painting the grill (both the surround in body color and the egg crate in silver) any reason to add a flex agent or other additive because it is going on plastic?

Thanks.

I realize it is an old thread, but was the first one that popped up in my search.

Title: Re: Color Code for 69 Z28 Standard Silver Grille
Post by: JohnZ on September 14, 2012, 04:29:18 PM

Quote from: lynnbilodeau on September 14, 2012, 12:38:45 PM

Probably a stupid question, but would the same paint be suitable for the ralley wheels on a 69?

The argent silver wheel paint was enamel, and the grille paint was lacquer.

Title: Re: Color Code for 69 Z28 Standard Silver Grille
Post by: lynnbilodeau on September 14, 2012, 11:39:08 PM

So, is DQE 8568 lacquer or enamel?

Title: Re: Color Code for 69 Z28 Standard Silver Grille
Post by: Sauron327 on September 15, 2012, 12:45:54 AM

Quote from: lynnbilodeau on September 14, 2012, 12:38:45 PM

Tried to find the DQE paint under "topcoats" on the ppg website.  Can't find anything.  Is it discontinued?

Probably a stupid question, but would the same paint be suitable for the ralley wheels on a 69?

Also, when painting the grill (both the surround in body color and the egg crate in silver) any reason to add a flex agent or other additive because it is going on plastic?

Thanks.

I realize it is an old thread, but was the first one that popped up in my search.

You won't, it's just a paint code and not found on any paint company's site. Codes can usually be crossed to whatever paint type you want to use. If the plastic is already painted, just prep and shoot it or use an adhesion promotor (AP) like Bulldog or SEM. AP should be used on new plastic, or if the tech sheet recommends it.