This color is compatible with the following Fords:

MODELS: Truck

YEARS: 1973

To determine if Rangoon Red is the correct color, check your vehicle's color code. It should match the paint color code, which is J (1973).

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J (1973) - Rangoon Red

The Look

This is an iconic, heavyweight color that belongs on a classic Ford truck. It is a bold, high-visibility red that does not hide behind any metallic flakes or pearl effects. Because your truck has been on the road since the early seventies, this color likely represents more than just a paint choice; it is part of the heritage of the F-Series line. It carries a deep, saturated tone that looks correct on flat panels and boxy fenders. While it is a high-impact shade, keep in mind that red is a magnet for the sun. If your original paint has spent decades outdoors, it may have oxidized into a lighter, chalkier version of itself, so your new touch-up will likely look much richer and deeper than the weathered sections around it.

Technical Details

This is a solid finish, which is actually good news for a DIY project in your garage. Unlike metallic paints, which can look splotchy or striped if the flakes do not lay down correctly, a solid red is much more forgiving. You do not have to worry about the angle of the spray or the "mottle" effect. The challenge here is the pigment itself. Red pigments are notoriously heavy and prone to fading. Because there are no metallic particles to distract the eye, the quality of your prep work is everything. Any scratches or uneven sanding in the primer will show through the final coat, so take your time with the surface before you open the container.

Best Practices

Before you spray or dab Ford Rangoon Red (check for code J (1973)), you need to shake it for at least 60 seconds. The heavy red pigments settle at the bottom of the container, and if you do not mix them thoroughly, the color will come out looking thin or orange. You can find your paint code on the safety certification label located on the driver's side door jamb or the door pillar. Before you apply any paint to the truck, test the color on the included card to ensure the shade matches your current finish. When you are ready to apply, keep the container moving to avoid drips. Work in thin, even layers and allow plenty of drying time between each coat to build up a durable, glossy finish.

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How to Find Your Ford's Color Code

Ford paint color codes are on the drivers door jamb, on the color plate. The typical format is PM/M6599, though usually only PM appears. Example: PM corresponds to Bright Calypso Metallic Clearcoat PM/M6599; it may appear as PM Bright Calypso Metallic Clearcoat. Plates may show Exterior Paint Colors or EX PT; sometimes the color is embossed mid-plate. WB is wheelbase; above Wheel Base is EXT PNT, and to the right of EXT PNT is the code. Many mistake LX3 as the code.

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