I really should be working but ... 😂
In the Atlantic Color Off thread, PRRJIM posted this:
Maybe the above isn't clear, but my point here is that freight car color and black in various ratios is the red on the PRR locomotives (as a general statement here).
I then found this: http://www.pennsyrr.com/index.php/general/172-paints
Which basically says freight car color can be estimated with zinc chromate Primer (and with SAL orange depending on time frame).
And struck pay dirt in the paint drawer:
So I guess I can take a stab at this.
Any and all suggestions more than welcome!
Maybe should leave well enough alone, but I can't help myself. 😂