COLOR CODEPX8 - BlackForest-River Touch-Up Paint

The Look

Driving a 2021 motorhome in this shade turns a standard vacation vehicle into a rolling executive suite. It provides a deep, obsidian depth that makes your rig look expensive and authoritative on the road. Because this finish was a staple for high-end trims like the Cherokee Black Label series, it carries a weight and presence that lighter colors simply cannot match. It is bold, classic, and demanding.

Technical Details

This is a true solid finish, meaning there are no metallic flakes or pearl particles hiding in the mix to distract the eye. While this gives you the deepest possible black, it is an honest color that shows every speck of road dust or fine scratch. When you are performing a repair, the lack of metallic bits is a significant benefit because you do not have to worry about flakes settling unevenly or changing shades based on the angle of your light. However, solid colors require a smooth application to maintain that mirror-like reflection. Any heavy-handedness will show up as a texture difference once the paint dries.

Best Practices

You can usually find your identification plate on the driver side door jamb or occasionally tucked inside a kitchen cabinet door. Before you spray or dab Forest-River Black (check for code PX8), you need to shake it for 60 seconds. This is non-negotiable for getting the pigment density right. Work in your garage or a patch of shade, as a hot exterior surface will cause the paint to seize before it can level out. Test the color on the included card to confirm the match against your specific panel. Keep the container moving to prevent any heavy build-up or runs, and allow for plenty of drying time between your layers to ensure a hard, durable finish.