COLOR CODERK/LRK - Stryker Red TricoatDodge Touch-Up Paint

The Look

This is not a standard red. When Dodge released the Gen V Viper, they needed a color that looked like liquid mercury dipped in rubies, and they delivered with a finish that feels miles deep. Because your Viper was born with such an intense, high-dollar paint job, matching it requires respecting that history. This color shifts significantly depending on the light, moving from a bright, fiery glow in the sun to a deep, moody crimson in the shade. It was designed to accentuate every aggressive curve of the car, and when handled correctly, your repair will maintain that same high-velocity energy.

Technical Details

You are working with a tri-coat, which is essentially a three-part harmony of color. It uses a base layer, a translucent mid-coat packed with pearl and metallic flakes, and a final clear layer. The mid-coat is where the magic-and the risk-happens. Unlike solid colors that cover in one go, this red builds in intensity with every layer you add. If you apply too many layers of the mid-stage, the repair will end up looking darker than the surrounding factory finish. The goal is to build the color slowly until the depth matches the original panels perfectly.

Best Practices

Before you apply Dodge Stryker Red Tricoat (check for code RK/LRK on the sticker inside your driver's side door jamb), you need to shake the container for at least two full minutes to wake up those metallic particles. Since this is a multi-stage process, you must test the color on the included card first to see exactly how many layers of the mid-coat you need to reach the right shade. When using the nozzle or brush, keep the container moving to prevent the paint from pooling or creating dark spots. Work in a cool garage or the shade, and give each layer plenty of drying time so the finish sets flat and clear.