36801 - Titanium Fleet Touch Up Paint

The Look

This is the blue-collar king of the silver family. Since this color spent over thirty years as a staple for PPG Paints, you likely have it on a vehicle that was built to work. It is a utilitarian, industrial shade that does a fantastic job of masking road dust and minor surface abrasions. Because your vehicle has been on the road for a while, the finish has likely acquired a seasoned, matte character. It lacks the deep glow of a modern luxury car, but it carries a rugged, dependable personality that feels right at home in a garage or a workspace.

Technical Details

You are working with a metallic finish, which means the paint is packed with tiny aluminum flakes that provide its signature shimmer. This creates a specific challenge: if you apply the paint too heavily in one spot, those flakes will bunch together and create dark, blotchy patches known as mottling. To keep the finish even, you must ensure your spray distance remains consistent and your flow is steady. If the metallic particles do not lay down flat, the color will look different from different angles, making the repair look darker or lighter than the surrounding area.

Best Practices

Locating your identification tag can be a bit of a hunt, but you will usually find it on the driver-side door jamb or tucked away on the firewall under the hood. Before you spray or dab Fleet Titanium (check for code 36801), you need to shake it for at least 60 seconds to wake up those heavy metallic flakes that settle at the bottom. Always test the color on the included card to verify the match against your existing finish. While applying, keep the container moving to prevent the metallic from pooling, and allow ample drying time between light coats to ensure the finish stays crisp and the nozzle or brush remains clear.