Need photos of white FJ40's Color Code 031

[RIDDLER]

I am nearing completion of a frame off 1979 FJ40. We are respraying color code 031 on the body which is the factory color. I have seen the CCOT trucks but I was looking for (hoping for) a few trucks out there to be posted up in how they look clean and in the driveway. The painter told me yesterday that he is surprised that the 031 is so crisp white as the original paint we started with was tinted a bit yellowish. I figured it was tinted a bit yellow from age. I went up to his shop and did note that the doors has already been painted. They are a bright clear white. I know who provided the paint and there have been no mistakes.

I used search but it shows several versions of white which don't help me much. I reallly was hoping for 031 on a few drivers that I can see what this will look like.

thanks

Aaron

Spokane, WA

 

[Greek Cruiserhead]

1979 Factory white color

Hi Riddler,
Isn't the Cygnus White or Swan White (012 or T12)the original factory white for that year? As far as I know it's been the standard white in the middle and late seventies.
Anyway,I've seen FJ and BJs in original paint and it was a bit tinted yellowish indeed!
Enjoy your resto!
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N earing frame-off BJ42,H55F, No P/S, 2.5inch OME suspension kit(Thank you Hawkdriver!),Toyo beige 4E9

 

[RIDDLER]

colors

I know the ID plate on the truck has two color codes listed. One for the body 031 and one for the front bezel which is more of a creamy white. I know CCOT did tons of trucks in the 90's in 031 and all were late model 79-83 trucks. Somewhere on mud was a color chart that was posted. I am going to FAQ now.

thanks

Aaron

 

[RIDDLER]

colors

here is a link to one photo. Still wondering what a few trucks from IH8MUD look like. These

http://us.st11.yimg.com/us.st.yimg.com/I/coolfj40_1926_185605450

This link is to a TLC truck that will be identical to my truck. Trying to confirm if this is 031? Guess I can call the shop on monday.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/e...MEWA:IT&viewitem=&item=320053654131&rd=1&rd=1

 

[Texx]

Mine's 031--not wrecked any more it's definitely creamier than pure white

 

[RIDDLER]

Question for Texx

Texx- So does you truck match teh colors shown in the two links? Both appears to be called 031 but seem like a bright white? I know that 1979 is color code 031 with a creamy white bezel right? Is fresh paint brighter than aged paint. I know that sounds dumb but I am wondering...

My color sprayed so far looks very very close if not exact to yours.

thanks

Aaron

 

[fyton2v]

My '78 is 031 and the bezel is gray. I'll post a Pic a bit later.

Oh. Here's a rig that I like a lot. Looks like 031, but the bezel isn't gray. Wish it were mine....

 

[Wadesters]

1979 Restoration

Hi Aaron,

Here is a white 1979 I restored:
http://www.fototime.com/inv/0C30918C5448950

 

[Texx]

Paint definitely does "color" and age with time and pollutants, and there are variations from brand to brand of paint. I can send you the formula I'm using if you wish, to see what differences there are, I've just finished repainting the truck after the repairs. I'm using PPG. Also, trucks that have been clear coated tend to look lighter, mine's single stage catalyzed acrylic enamel. I'm also painting a 85 Toyota xcab for my daughter right now, with a totally different code, but it looks very similar as well...have your painter do a color card and match it to interior un (re) painted items such as the glove box interior.

 

[nuclearlemon]

the 'lemon was 031 when i first got it

 

[nuclearlemon]

but seriously....

here's one shot where it's about the cleanest it ever was. along with a couple of shots where you can see the white.

 

[RIDDLER]

colors

nuclearlemon- now that is a funny freaking response to my "anal" post. I had to laugh and show my wife. She thought it was funny.

My painter talked me into a modern paint with clear coat so that it can last longer and it matches the look of the truck posted by fyton2v and Chris Wade

thanks to all of you that chimed in to help out.

I think everything is in order. Still that muddy white 031 is funny.

Aaron

 

[AATLAS1X]

Hey, I know this FJ! Another mint Oregon Cruiser

My '78 is 031 and the bezel is gray. I'll post a Pic a bit later.

Oh. Here's a rig that I like a lot. Looks like 031, but the bezel isn't gray. Wish it were mine....

 

[AATLAS1X]

Aaron, Want me to mail you some paint I have mixed and a kick vent to match up to.

It is NOT CRISP, it is creamy and 031 iscorrect as mine is.

 

[Texx]

Bezel! and GACK Chrome!

 

[AATLAS1X]

Bezel! and GACK Chrome!

It had the whole ghay Chrome package. Bumperetts, bumper and bezel...............

 

[dunntexas]

Riddler: The 031 code is correct for that year. I too am undergoing resto on my 79. The color code on the tag is listed as 031. The color seems to differ a bit on area that have been exposed over the years and those that have'nt. The outside is a bit on the creamy to yellowish tint. The areas that were not exposed such as under the windsheild gasket were definately whiter. The bezel is a bit more on the gray scale. Here are a few pics of the before state with a close up out in the sun. Hope this helps in your project.

 

[grant5127]

Here is a couple.. not bright and shinny tho..

 

[RIDDLER]

031

perfect thanks all. This is a perfect match to the paint that we are working with. Shane - if you want to send a sample of your 031 great. I am in your area next monday if you want...just call me

Again thanks to put me at ease.

these all mathc my 031 frame off.

Aaron

 

[grant5127]

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