International Olive (5857) Touch Up Paint

The Look

This color belongs to the era when trucks were tools rather than luxury statements. Since your International truck has likely spent decades working or sitting in the sun, this 1969-exclusive shade serves as a rugged badge of honor. It is a deep, earthy green that does not scream for attention, which makes it an ideal choice for disguising the small dings and scratches that naturally accumulate during a life spent on the trail or the farm. It captures the utilitarian spirit of the Scout and the D-Series pickups perfectly.

Technical Details

You are working with a straightforward solid finish. Because there are no metallic flakes or pearl additives to worry about, you do not have to fret over mottling or uneven shimmering. Solid colors like this are much easier to blend into existing panels, though they are honest about the surface underneath. The main challenge with a pigment-heavy solid is ensuring a uniform thickness, as a heavy application can lead to sags. Working in a shaded garage will give you the best environment to keep the finish smooth and consistent.

Best Practices

Finding your specific data can be a hunt, as International typically placed the Line Setting Ticket inside the glove box door or on the back of the sun visor. Before you apply International Olive (verify the match with code 5857), you must shake the container for a full minute to lift the pigments from the bottom. Test the color on the included card to see how it looks once it is dry. When you move to the truck, keep the container moving at a steady pace to ensure even flow from the nozzle or pen. Allow for a generous drying time between layers to prevent the paint from staying soft or trapping solvents.