COLOR CODEBK/RBK - Medium Blue PearlDodge Touch-Up Paint

The Look

This color is a time capsule from the mid-nineties. If you are working on a Caravan from this era, you are dealing with a shade that defined the American suburban driveway for years. It is a reliable, mid-tone blue that manages to look professional without being too flashy. Since your Dodge has likely been on the road for nearly three decades, the original finish might have lost some of its depth or started to show age in the clear coat. This blue is great for hiding daily road grime, but it will definitely show its age if the surface has become chalky over time.

Technical Details

You are working with a pearl finish, which is different from a standard flat color or a basic metallic. It contains specialized mica particles that reflect light to give the paint a sense of depth. The risk here is that pearl finishes are sensitive to how many layers you apply. If you put the paint on too thick, the repair can end up looking darker than the rest of the panel because the mica particles wont lay down correctly. You want to build the color with thin, even passes so the light reflects off the new paint just like it does off the factory finish.

Best Practices

You will find your paint code on a sticker located on the driver's side door jamb or on the radiator support bar under the hood. Before you spray or dab Dodge Medium Blue Pearl (check for code BK/RBK), you need to shake it for 60 seconds. This ensures the pearl particles are fully suspended so you don't get a splotchy finish. Test the color on the included card first to see how it matches your car's current state of fade. When you are ready to apply, keep the container moving at all times to avoid heavy spots. Give the paint plenty of drying time between layers to ensure the finish stays flat and smooth.