Tomcoe, I matched the original tan pretty well with a paint from Chevs of the 40s called pearl beige. I think they list this color for a later year truck but I'm happy with the color. You can see for yourself in the gallery, Jim Merritt's 46.
You'll want to talk to them now to see if the paint is still available, it's been 15 years since this paint job.


It's easier to get forgiveness than permission!
1946 1/2-Ton Chevy
1953 Chevy 3/4-ton Factory Stakebed