60451 - Desert Sand Metallic Itasca Touch Up Paint

The Look

Since your Itasca has been traveling the highways since 2008, you already know this color is the ultimate road warrior. It was designed for the entire lineup that year to give these massive coaches a grounded, sophisticated appearance that manages to hide a week's worth of campground dust. It is a warm, earthy tone that mimics the high-desert landscapes it was named after, making it one of the most practical finishes ever put on a motorhome. It does not demand attention with loud pigments, but it carries a quiet dignity that keeps the vehicle looking modern even a decade and a half later.

Technical Details

This is a true metallic finish, which means it relies on a precise suspension of tiny reflective flakes to give the paint its depth. These flakes are heavier than the pigment, so they naturally want to sink to the bottom of your tool. If you do not mix them thoroughly, you will end up with "mottling," which looks like dark, cloudy streaks where the metal bits bunched up. Because your motorhome has such large, flat panels, any unevenness in the flake distribution will be visible when the sun hits the side of the coach. Keeping the flakes moving is the secret to making a repair disappear.

Best Practices

Before you spray or dab Itasca Desert Sand Metallic (check for code 60451), you need to shake it for 60 seconds. You can usually verify your code by looking at the Motor Home Component Information Sheet inside your InfoCase or by checking the data sticker located inside the wardrobe closet or on the driver's door pillar. Always test the color on the included card first to ensure the metallic particles are flowing correctly and matching your current shade. When you begin the repair, keep the container moving at a steady pace to prevent the flakes from pooling. Allow for a longer drying time between light coats in your garage or under the shade, as rushing the process will cause the metallic bits to shift and ruin the uniform look.