COLOR CODE59271 - Dk Gray Mica -5642Itasca Touch-Up Paint

The Look

This dark gray mica was a hallmark of the 2008 model year, providing a grounded and sophisticated base for the full-body paint schemes seen across the entire Itasca lineup. Whether you are driving a Meridian, an Ellipse, or a Suncruiser, this color was designed to handle the realities of the open road. Because your coach has likely spent over a decade chasing horizons, you will find that this deep gray is excellent at masking the road film and fine dust that usually clings to lower valance panels and rear caps.

Technical Details

Since this is a mica finish, it behaves differently than a standard solid gray. It contains specialized minerals that catch the sun to create a sense of depth and a slight color shift depending on your angle. This complexity is what makes the paint look premium, but it also means the repair requires a steady hand. If the mica particles aren't distributed evenly, the touch-up can appear darker or "patchy" compared to the original finish. To avoid this, you must ensure the pigments are fully integrated before they ever touch your coach.

Best Practices

Your paint info is typically tucked away on the Motor Home Component Information Sheet inside your InfoCase or on a data label inside a wardrobe cabinet. Before you apply Itasca Dk Gray Mica -5642 (double-check for code 59271), you must shake the container for at least sixty seconds to wake up those heavy mica flakes. Test the color on the included card first to see how the light interacts with the finish in the shade. When you begin the actual repair, keep the container moving to ensure an even distribution of the mica particles. Apply thin layers rather than one heavy coat, and allow plenty of drying time between each pass to let the finish settle correctly.