COLOR CODEF-TRUCK (1971) - Mojave TanFord Touch-Up Paint

The Look

Your 1971 Ford truck was built for work, and this desert-inspired earth tone is the ultimate badge of that utility. It captures the rugged, no-nonsense spirit of the F-Series at the dawn of the seventies, looking just as natural on a dusty job site as it does at a weekend show. This isn't a color that begs for attention with flashes of light; it grounds the boxy, muscular lines of your classic pickup in a way that modern paints simply cannot replicate. Because your truck has likely spent decades under the sun, the existing finish might have a slightly flatter character than a fresh dab of paint, but that history is exactly what makes these trucks special.

Technical Details

This is a traditional solid finish, meaning you don't have to worry about metallic flakes settling unevenly or creating stripes across your repair. Before you spray or dab Ford Mojave Tan (check for code F-TRUCK (1971)), you need to shake it for 60 seconds. Solid colors are wonderful because they offer excellent coverage and are much easier to blend than pearls or silvers, but they are incredibly honest. They won't hide poor prep work, and they tend to show every speck of road grime once they dry. Since there is no metallic "distraction" in the pigment, your focus should be on achieving a smooth, level surface.

Best Practices

You can find your paint code on the rating plate located on the driver's side door jamb or the rear edge of the door itself. When you are ready to begin, move your truck into the garage or a consistent area of shade to keep the metal from getting too hot. Since this pigment is heavy, keep the container moving constantly to ensure the color stays uniform from the first drop to the last. Always test the color on the included card to verify the shade against your aged paint before touching the truck. Apply several thin layers rather than one heavy coat, allowing enough drying time between each pass so the paint doesn't sag or run.