{"product_id":"crusader-blue-engine-paint-61003","title":"Crusader Blue Engine Paint | OEM Part 61003","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCrusader Blue Engine Paint — OEM Part 61003\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGenuine OEM engine paint in the factory Crusader Blue color, formulated specifically for Pleasurecraft marine engines. This is the correct paint for restoring or touching up the engine finish on compatible Crusader and PCM engines to factory specification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePart Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 61003\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Crusader \/ Pleasurecraft Marine Engine Group\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOfficial Product Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Engine Paint — Aerosol or Brush-On (confirm format on label)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSystem:\u003c\/strong\u003e Engine Exterior \/ Appearance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Crusader Blue (factory-matched)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCompatible Applications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCrusader marine gasoline engines where the factory finish is Crusader Blue\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePCM (Pleasurecraft Marine Engine Group) engines finished in Crusader Blue\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfirm color match against your engine's existing finish before applying — engine color can vary by model year and production run\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSupersession \u0026amp; Cross-Reference\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOEM Part Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 61003\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA related Crusader Blue paint is also available as \u003ca href=\"\/products\/crusader-blue-engine-paint-pleasurecraft-61033\"\u003eOEM Part 61033\u003c\/a\u003e — verify which part number your engine requires before ordering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAn aftermarket alternative is available: \u003ca href=\"\/products\/crusader-blue-engine-paint-114-025491c\"\u003eMoeller Color Vision Engine Paint – Crusader Blue (025491C)\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhen to Use This Paint\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse this paint when:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerforming an engine restoration or refurbishment and the factory Crusader Blue finish needs to be matched\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTouching up areas where paint has chipped, corroded, or worn away during service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacing components (manifolds, brackets, housings) that require painting to match the engine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eApplication Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrepare all surfaces thoroughly — remove grease, rust, and old loose paint before applying\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply in a well-ventilated area away from ignition sources\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFollow all application and drying instructions on the product label\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAllow full cure time before exposing the painted surface to heat or fluids\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eParts Desk Insights\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest Use Case:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is the go-to paint for engine restoration work on Crusader-powered boats where maintaining a factory-correct appearance matters — particularly for resale or show-quality refurbishments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Customer Issue:\u003c\/strong\u003e Customers occasionally order this paint without confirming which Crusader Blue part number their engine requires. There are multiple Crusader Blue paint SKUs (61003 and 61033) — the correct one depends on your engine model and the specific finish used at the factory. When in doubt, compare the part number from your engine's parts diagram or service manual before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRelated Parts\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/crusader-blue-engine-paint-pleasurecraft-61033\"\u003eCrusader Blue Engine Paint — OEM Part 61033\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/crusader-blue-engine-paint-114-025491c\"\u003eMoeller Color Vision Engine Paint – Crusader Blue (025491C)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/crusader-blue-engine-paint-07428-moe-025491\"\u003eCrusader Blue Engine Paint — 07428 \/ MOE-025491\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/crusader-exhaust-manifold-302-351-r028001\"\u003eCrusader Exhaust Manifold 302\/351 — R028001\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/crusader-oil-filter-with-gasket-r077001\"\u003eCrusader Oil Filter with Gasket — R077001\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Crusader","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43563780407332,"sku":"61003","price":28.86,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0743\/5799\/7604\/files\/61003.png?v=1771468369","url":"https:\/\/marisolmarine.com\/products\/crusader-blue-engine-paint-61003","provider":"Marisol Marine Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}