16761 - Medium Blue Fleet Touch Up Paint

The Look

This isn't a color that spends its weekends at a car show. Since 1966, this shade has been the uniform of the working world, covering everything from utility trucks to heavy machinery. It is a no-nonsense, mid-tone blue that defined the PPG Paints industrial catalog for over three decades. Because your vehicle was likely part of a hard-working lineup, this color feels less like a fashion choice and more like a tool. It has a functional, reliable presence that stands out on the road without being loud or distracting.

Technical Details

You are working with a solid finish. This is a massive advantage for your project because you don't have to worry about metallic flakes settling at different angles or creating stripes across your repair. However, solid blues from this era are notorious for oxidation. If your truck has been parked in the sun for years, the original paint may have developed a chalky, faded film. Because of this, the fresh paint might look slightly darker than the weathered surface around it. This finish depends on a clean, de-greased surface to ensure the new layer bonds properly to the old steel.

Best Practices

You will usually find your identification sticker inside the glove box or tucked into the driver's side door jamb. Before you spray or dab Fleet Medium Blue (check for code 16761), you need to shake it for 60 seconds to wake up the pigments. Test the color on the included card to confirm it matches your current level of wear. When you start, keep the container moving to avoid any pooling or drips. Apply several thin layers rather than one heavy one, and give it plenty of drying time between coats to ensure a durable finish that stands up to another decade of work.