Orange undercoat

[HUntsville Matt]

Hi,

I'm new to the forum - I'm part of the group in Huntsville Ontario that are restoring the local Legion chapter's carrier after many years of neglect.

Can anyone offer any insight or background about the orange paint used throughout the engine compartment in Canadian built carriers, or is it just the vehicle we happen to have?

Any historic info would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks in advance,
Matt