COLOR CODEDT7762 (1975) - Avocado MetallicDodge Touch-Up Paint

The Look

This color is a time capsule of 1975 style. It captures that specific era when earth tones ruled the road, sitting somewhere between a forest floor and a vintage harvest gold kitchen. Since your truck has likely spent decades working in the sun or tucked in a barn, the original finish often develops a heavy patina that mutes the green. This is not a subtle modern lime; it is a heavy, hardworking olive that defines the classic D-Series and Power Wagon profile. It looks best when it catches a direct beam of light, which pulls the gold undertones to the surface and reminds you why Dodge chose this for their top-trim pickups.

Technical Details

This is a true metallic finish, which means the heavy lifting is done by the tiny flakes suspended in the liquid. Metallic paints are prone to mottling, which looks like dark clouds or "tiger stripes" if the flakes do not land evenly. This happens because the metal particles are heavier than the pigment and want to clump together. Before you spray or dab Dodge Avocado Metallic (check for code DT7762 (1975)), you need to shake the container for at least two full minutes. If the mixture is not perfectly homogenous, the color will look too dark in some spots and too gold in others.

Best Practices

To find your confirmation, look for the metal fender tag under the hood on the driver's side inner fender or the radiator support. You might also find a printed sticker on the driver's door jamb, though these often peel away on older trucks. Always test the color on the included card to see how the flakes settle before you touch the actual metal. When applying, keep the container moving in steady, overlapping passes to prevent the metallic particles from pooling in one spot. If you are using a pen for small chips, dab the color rather than wiping it to keep the flake distribution tight. Give it ample drying time between layers to ensure the metallic structure sets firmly. Work in a cool garage or the shade, as hot metal will make the paint dry too fast and trap the flakes in an uneven pattern.