This color is compatible with the following GMCs:

MODELS: Truck

YEARS: 1966

To determine if Orange is the correct color, check your vehicle's color code. It should match the paint color code, which is 516 (1966).

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Once you've added custom color paint to your cart, you will need clearcoat and (depending on your damage) other non-paint products to complete your repair.

Your Paint Color Profile

516 (1966) - Orange

The Look

This is an unapologetic, industrial shade that defines the mid-sixties work truck. Since your 1966 Truck has likely seen its share of sun and miles, this color choice is about preserving a rugged, high-visibility heritage. It is a bold, honest orange that doesn't try to hide behind modern gimmicks. It was built for the job site, but it carries a nostalgic weight that looks just as right in your garage today.

Technical Details

This is a solid finish. Because there is no metallic flake or pearl involved, you don't have to worry about the direction of the application or the orientation of the particles. However, solid colors like this are very revealing. They will show every bump and scratch in your prep work. The main risk here is thickness; applying this too heavy can lead to a gummy look that takes a long time to harden. Thin, even layers are the key to a level surface.

Best Practices

You can usually find your paint code on the identification plate inside the glove box or attached to the driver's side door pillar. Before you spray or dab GMC Orange (check for code 516 (1966)), you need to shake it for 60 seconds to wake up the heavy pigments at the bottom of the container. Test the color on the included card to ensure the shade matches the current state of your truck's aged finish. Keep the container moving at a steady pace to avoid puddles or drips, and give the area plenty of drying time between layers to build a durable finish.

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How to Find Your GMC's Color Code

GMC placed paint codes in many different locations, making them difficult to find, and GM did not standardize the color plate location across makes and models. Codes are often found in the glove box or the spare tire well; otherwise they could be elsewhere. Typical format: 51/WA316N, usually preceded by BC/CC (e.g., BC/CC 51 or BC/CC 316N). Two-tone entries may use U or L for Upper or Lower (e.g., BC/CC U316N or BC/CC L316N).

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