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Old 02-16-2009 | 11:15 AM
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where can i get the blue paint that mercruiser uses to paint the hp engines? is it a dealer only item?
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Old 02-18-2009 | 02:31 PM
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Old 02-18-2009 | 07:50 PM
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I have 1 can in stock, if you need anymore they are on backorder til' March from Mercruiser Let me know!

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Old 02-18-2009 | 08:07 PM
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If you can get it mixed the paint code is Dar 4784 Brilliant Peral blue. A buddy of mine works for Merc in Wisconsin
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Old 02-18-2009 | 09:01 PM
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Take a valve cover , or other blue part down to your local PPG store. They will mix you up a pint, and it's much better than rattle can.


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Old 02-18-2009 | 09:44 PM
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Originally Posted by DMOORE
Take a valve cover , or other blue part down to your local PPG store. They will mix you up a pint, and it's much better than rattle can.


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And then you can layer on the clear, which will give you more durability and longevity.

I have been using it this way for a while.
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Old 02-19-2009 | 08:10 AM
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Raypanic has been selling it for years. I bought a few and it is right on.

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