COLOR CODE1639 (1965) - Marlin BlueDodge Touch-Up Paint

The Look

This is an honest, utilitarian blue that belongs on a job site or a dusty farm road. Originally featured on the 1965 D-Series pickups and Power Wagons, this color helped define the transition into the modern Sweptline era. It is a mid-to-dark tone that lacks the pretension of the brighter passenger car shades from the same year. Since your truck has likely spent decades in the sun, the original finish might look a bit chalky or faded. This new paint will bring back that deep, saturated look, but keep in mind that a 60-year-old original finish often shifts in hue over time.

Technical Details

This is a solid finish, which is excellent news for your repair. You do not have to worry about metallic flakes clumping together or creating dark streaks if your technique isn't perfect. Solid blues are very forgiving and offer great coverage, but they can be sensitive to thickness. If you apply the paint too heavily in one spot, it may appear darker than the surrounding area. Because there is no pearl or flake to hide behind, the secret to a professional result in your garage or the shade is building the color through thin, even layers rather than trying to hide the damage in one go.

Best Practices

Before you spray or dab Dodge Marlin Blue (check for code 1639 (1965)), you need to shake it for 60 seconds. You can find your identification plate on the driver's side door pillar or occasionally on the inside of the glove box door. Always test the color on the included card to ensure the shade matches your current level of fade. When you begin, keep the container moving to avoid puddles. If you are using a pen or brush, use light strokes and allow for ample drying time between coats. This prevents the new paint from dragging or lifting the layer underneath, ensuring the repair sits flat and flush with the old finish.