COLOR CODE42/6176 - Alpine Green MetallicFord Touch-Up Paint

The Look

This color is the definitive "woodsman" aesthetic of the late eighties. If you own a "Brick Nose" Bronco or an F-Series truck from this era, you know this shade well. It was designed to look at home in the forest or on a job site, offering a deep, earthy presence that helped define the rugged transition Ford made into more aerodynamic body styles. Since your truck has likely spent decades facing the elements, the original finish might have flattened out. Applying a fresh layer brings back that rich, forest-floor depth that made these trucks look so capable when they first rolled off the lot.

Technical Details

This is a true metallic finish, which means it relies on tiny flakes to catch the light and provide that signature glow. Because of those flakes, you have to be careful about mottling. If the paint goes on too heavy in one spot, the metallic particles bunch together, creating dark, cloudy patches or visible stripes. To avoid this, you need to ensure the flakes stay suspended and evenly distributed. This isn't just about color; it is about how the light hits the surface. When done correctly, the green takes on a multi-dimensional quality that a solid color simply cannot match.

Best Practices

You will find your paint code on the driver's side door jamb, usually on a silver or white sticker listed under the abbreviation EXT PNT. Before you spray or dab Ford Alpine Green Metallic (check for code 42/6176), you need to shake it for 60 seconds. This is a heavy-pigment metallic, and those flakes love to settle at the bottom of the container. Test the color on the included card first to see how the metallic settles. When you are ready to apply, work in a cool Garage or a patch of Shade to prevent the paint from drying too fast. Keep the container moving at all times to ensure an even flow. Instead of trying to cover everything in one go, use thin, even layers and allow plenty of drying time between each pass.