Dodge Marlin Blue (1639 (1967)) Touch Up Paint

The Look

This is a blue that knows its way around a job site. Since it was a dedicated choice for trucks in 1967, it carries a heavy mid-century utility vibe that modern blues just cannot replicate. It is a deep, honest shade that often reveals a subtle teal or oceanic undertone when the sun hits it directly. Your truck has likely been working for over fifty years, so the current finish is probably weathered. This fresh paint will bring back that factory-floor dignity, but remember that age-related fading on your original panels might make the new color look a bit richer by comparison.

Technical Details

This is a solid finish, which means there are no metallic flakes or pearls to complicate the application. The benefit is that you do not have to worry about shimmering particles settling unevenly or creating dark spots. The trade-off is that solid colors are notoriously unforgiving. They offer no sparkle to hide behind, so every sanding scratch or bit of dust left on the surface will be visible. Because this paint relies entirely on its pigment for depth, your preparation of the surface is the most important part of the repair.

Best Practices

You can usually find your identification plate on the driver side door jamb or stamped onto the radiator support under the hood. Before you spray or dab Dodge Marlin Blue (check for code 1639 (1967)), you need to shake the container for at least 60 seconds to fully mix the heavy pigments. Test the color on the included card to confirm how it sits against your existing finish. When you start the repair, keep the container moving at a steady pace to avoid heavy buildup and respect the drying time between each layer. Always work in your garage or the shade to keep the metal surface cool.