COLOR CODEOH - Navy BlueJeep Touch-Up Paint

The Look

This is the definitive deep blue of the early eighties. While many other shades from 1980 tried to be flashy with heavy metallics, this color remains a dignified, solid choice that defined the final years of the classic AMC-era Jeeps. Whether your project is a CJ-7, a rugged J-10, or a classic Wagoneer, this shade provides a nautical, professional appearance that makes chrome trim pop. Since your vehicle has likely seen decades of sun and trails, the existing finish might have a slight chalky fade, but this deep pigment is remarkably resilient and holds its depth well once you clean the surface.

Technical Details

You are working with a solid finish, which is a blessing for anyone doing repairs outside of a professional environment. Because there are no metallic flakes or pearls hiding in the mix, you do not have to worry about the color looking different from various angles. The challenge with a dark solid like this is that it acts like a mirror; it will highlight any scratches or uneven texture in your primer. Since it lacks the distracting sparkle of a metallic, your surface preparation needs to be smooth to prevent the repair from standing out.

Best Practices

You can find your identification tag on the firewall inside the engine compartment, usually near the brake master cylinder on CJ models, or on the driver side door pillar for Wagoneers. Before you spray or dab Jeep Navy Blue (check for code OH), you need to shake it for 60 seconds. This ensures the heavy blue pigments are fully suspended so the color doesn't come out streaky. Test the color on the included card to verify the match against your aged paint. When applying, keep the container moving to avoid puddles and allow ample drying time between each light layer. If you are working in your garage or a patch of shade, make sure the temperature is mild so the paint flows out smoothly.