COLOR CODE93-97793 - Lt. Balboa Aqua (Enamel only)Fleet Touch-Up Paint

The Look

This color is the visual definition of the mid-century workhorse. Since it was a staple for the Basecoat from 1966 all the way through 2000, your vehicle likely has a long history of service behind it. This teal shade doesn't try to be fancy; it carries a nostalgic, utilitarian charm that reminds you of old service trucks and municipal fleets. It has a way of looking right at home under a layer of dust, though it will definitely highlight any grease or oil smudges that find their way onto the panels.

Technical Details

This is a solid finish, which means you don't have to worry about metallic flakes or pearls making the repair look patchy from different angles. The simplicity of the pigment makes it easier to blend, but you should keep in mind that older enamel often develops a chalky haze over time. If your original paint has been sitting in the sun since the seventies, the new application might appear slightly more vibrant or "blue" until the rest of the truck gets a good buff. Because there is no flake to hide behind, any surface texture or poor preparation will show up clearly in the final reflection.

Best Practices

You can typically find your identification tag tucked away inside the passenger-side glove box or riveted to the driver-side door jamb. Before you spray or dab Fleet Lt. Balboa Aqua (Enamel only) (check for code 93-97793), you need to shake the container for at least sixty seconds to make sure the heavy blue and green pigments are fully mixed. Test the color on the included card to see how well it matches the current state of your finish. When you start the repair in the shade, keep the container moving to prevent the enamel from pooling or sagging. Give it plenty of drying time between layers to ensure the finish hardens into the durable shell it was designed to be.