The Ford Barn

Steve Plucker · 11-02-2020, 11:23 AM

I guess there is no more of the Engine Spray Paint at Bratton's. Walt told me today that there is no more in the spray can because the factory burned down.

And they are not getting any more fro what I was told.

BUMMER! That was some great paint! But if you have an extra unopend can that you can spare...Please let me know. Thanks.

I have just enough to do my block to match the rest of the "green" parts!

Pluck

Ernie Vitucci · 11-02-2020, 11:42 AM

Good Morning...You might try SPACE AGE PAINTS in Mesa, Arizona. 480-835-0971. They are an above average operation and many Arizona Model A types purchase paint there. Ernie in Arizona

alexiskai · 11-02-2020, 11:48 AM

There were a couple threads about this, I think as far back as January. I wonder if there was a run on the paint after the news broke.

ryanheacox · 11-02-2020, 12:59 PM

I started getting cans from Bert's. It's very close to Bratton's but not a perfect match. It does smell a hell of a lot better though.

Charlie Stephens · 11-02-2020, 03:13 PM

I always found it easier to apply with a brush.

Charlie Stephens

nomadpsd · 11-02-2020, 05:53 PM

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Charlie,

I'm in So Cal also. Who do you get the brush on paint from?

Phil Damon

Fhane · 11-02-2020, 08:22 PM

The only supplier of the correct spray Ford Green in spray is Bill Hirsh. The other greens are no where near correct. I can get the spray from Hirsh, around 25 to 30 dollars a can, including shipping.

What I do is buy a pint can of the brush on from Brattons, which Hirsh makes, and use a Preval spray bottle system. You can buy the Preval paint system on Amazon.com for 6.20 a can. Works great. Or you can brush it on. Go to the Bill Hirsh web site for instructions for mixing and use or give me a call. I use the Preval system on engines, intake manifolds, (good for 700 degrees), water pumps, transmissions and any place you need the Ford green. I buy from Brattons so I can get it pint cans, which I don�t think Hirsh sells, plus the shipping in probably better, especially when it is in a regular order.

Either way a little effort is needed. The problem is as I see it; years from now every one will think you have the wrong color, because they will have gotten accustomed to the wrong color.

Dougs 28 · 11-02-2020, 10:28 PM

Hey, Pluck,
I have a couple of cans from Berts, I�d be happy to send one over if it would work for you, free of charge. Just let me know where to send it....

Chris Haynes · 11-03-2020, 02:34 AM

I don't know the difference in brands. I just bought some from The Early Ford Store in San Dimas, CA. http://www.earlyfordstore.com/produc...oducts_id/7100

11-02-2020, 11:23 AM	#1
Steve Plucker Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Walla Walla, Washington USA Posts: 5,907	Bratton's Engine spray can paint... I guess there is no more of the Engine Spray Paint at Bratton's. Walt told me today that there is no more in the spray can because the factory burned down. And they are not getting any more fro what I was told. BUMMER! That was some great paint! But if you have an extra unopend can that you can spare...Please let me know. Thanks. I have just enough to do my block to match the rest of the "green" parts! Pluck __________________ www.plucks329s.org Walla Walla (WA) Sweet A's since 1993 MARC/MAFCA member since 1978 Ford Model AA Truck Club since 1998 (LIONEL/MTH Toy Train Collector, Orange Crush Soda Collector, Steel Beer Can Collector, Old Gas Pump Collector) Last edited by Steve Plucker; 11-02-2020 at 12:45 PM.

11-02-2020, 11:42 AM	#2
Ernie Vitucci Senior Member Join Date: May 2016 Location: Scottsdale, Arizona Posts: 422	Re: Bratton's Engine spray can paint... Good Morning...You might try SPACE AGE PAINTS in Mesa, Arizona. 480-835-0971. They are an above average operation and many Arizona Model A types purchase paint there. Ernie in Arizona

11-02-2020, 11:48 AM	#3
alexiskai Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2018 Location: Mebane NC Posts: 775	Re: Bratton's Engine spray can paint... There were a couple threads about this, I think as far back as January. I wonder if there was a run on the paint after the news broke.

11-02-2020, 12:59 PM	#4
ryanheacox Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Northwest CT Posts: 1,051	Re: Bratton's Engine spray can paint... I started getting cans from Bert's. It's very close to Bratton's but not a perfect match. It does smell a hell of a lot better though.

11-02-2020, 03:13 PM	#5
Charlie Stephens Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Southern California Posts: 6,574	Re: Bratton's Engine spray can paint... I always found it easier to apply with a brush. Charlie Stephens

11-02-2020, 05:53 PM	#6
nomadpsd Junior Member Join Date: Jul 2018 Posts: 24	Re: Bratton's Engine spray can paint... Sponsored Links (Register now to hide all advertisements) Charlie, I'm in So Cal also. Who do you get the brush on paint from? Phil Damon

11-02-2020, 08:22 PM	#7
Fhane Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Stuart Florida Posts: 45	Re: Bratton's Engine spray can paint... The only supplier of the correct spray Ford Green in spray is Bill Hirsh. The other greens are no where near correct. I can get the spray from Hirsh, around 25 to 30 dollars a can, including shipping. What I do is buy a pint can of the brush on from Brattons, which Hirsh makes, and use a Preval spray bottle system. You can buy the Preval paint system on Amazon.com for 6.20 a can. Works great. Or you can brush it on. Go to the Bill Hirsh web site for instructions for mixing and use or give me a call. I use the Preval system on engines, intake manifolds, (good for 700 degrees), water pumps, transmissions and any place you need the Ford green. I buy from Brattons so I can get it pint cans, which I don�t think Hirsh sells, plus the shipping in probably better, especially when it is in a regular order. Either way a little effort is needed. The problem is as I see it; years from now every one will think you have the wrong color, because they will have gotten accustomed to the wrong color.

11-02-2020, 10:28 PM	#8
Dougs 28 Junior Member Join Date: Feb 2020 Location: Glendora, Calif.. Posts: 19	Re: Bratton's Engine spray can paint... Hey, Pluck, I have a couple of cans from Berts, I�d be happy to send one over if it would work for you, free of charge. Just let me know where to send it....

11-03-2020, 02:34 AM	#9
Chris Haynes Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: North Hills, CA and Pine Grove, CA Posts: 2,533	Re: Bratton's Engine spray can paint... I don't know the difference in brands. I just bought some from The Early Ford Store in San Dimas, CA. http://www.earlyfordstore.com/produc...oducts_id/7100 __________________ 1921 Runabout 1930 Tudor Early 1930 AA Speed costs money. How fast do you want to go?

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