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MG TD TF 1500 - TF Top Bow Paint

I've been spectacularly unsuccessful in finding a match for the TF side curtain/top bow paint. Has anyone found a modern paint code/formula for it??
Mike Renton
m renton

I used Rustoleum "Light Taupe" satin. Here is an image of the color. Seemed pretty close to me.
JB


JK Barter

Thanks JB. That paint is not sold in Canada. I was hoping someone had done a color match somewhere.
MR
m renton

If anyone does wan to try the Rust-Oleum it is "Dark Taupe 241238 satin" not "Light Taupe" as I wrote-although the color is not "dark"

In the archives no one seems to have had the original color matched professionally, that I can find.
JKB
JK Barter

This is a 2 bow TD. But FWIW here is a match to what I have.

I have read that the colors changed slightly over time with the TF being somewhat rosier.

I purchased these frames off eBay. There were some areas where the paint hand been covered and was in fair condition.

I brought them to the BM dealer and he put them on his machine. He did not like the initial match and finished them up by eye over a period of days.

I have compared them to my top bows, which are heavily rusted and the color match is quite good where you can see the paint.

The top bows have been stored out of the sun for 45 years.

This is a Benjamin Moor product called DTM (Direct to Metal), It has a low luster sheen.

Jim B.


Jim B in NJ

Several years ago in this forum, the consensus was the closest match was Rust-Oleum "American nutmeg". It was hard to find but it was carried in a Jo Ann fabric store in the hobby section. It was close but not as pink as the original. I am very satisfied with the look.
JR Mahone

Use the formula here and go to your local auto paint supplier. They can mix you a custom spray can.

http://www.mg-cars.org.uk/mgtf/mgtf_finishes.htm#formulas

Yes it will cost $15 rather than $4 from the BBS but if you want the correct color ...
Christopher Couper

Thank you for your suggestions.
I'll let you know if I am successful.
MR
m renton

This thread was discussed between 26/08/2015 and 27/08/2015

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