GMA984A - Black -4660RV-Other Touch Up Paint

The Look

Your 2016 Thor represents a specific era of RV design where deep, authoritative contrasts were the standard. This color was the anchor for many of the full-body paint schemes that year. It provides a heavy, obsidian depth that makes the lighter silver and gold accents on your coach actually pop. Because your Thor has been out in the elements since 2016, this black has likely faced its share of sun and road debris. It is a demanding color that rewards a clean surface with a mirror-like reflection, but it will show every speck of dust if you let it.

Technical Details

This is a solid finish, which means there is no metallic flake or pearl to hide behind. Solid blacks are the most honest colors in the world. They offer the deepest possible reflection, but they also reveal every minor surface scratch or uneven application. The benefit is that you do not have to worry about flake orientation or "mottling," which are those dark and light stripes that happen with metallic paints. The risk is that if your surface preparation isn't smooth, the gloss will highlight the bumps. Take your time to ensure the area is level before you begin.

Best Practices

Before you spray or dab RV-Other Black -4660 (check for code GMA984A), you need to shake the container for at least a full minute to ensure the pigments are perfectly distributed. You can usually find your paint code schedule on a printed sheet glued to the inside of a bedroom wardrobe door or a kitchen cabinet. When you are ready, test the color on the included card to verify the match against your current finish. Whether you are using a brush or a nozzle, keep the container moving to avoid heavy build-up in one spot. Give the paint plenty of drying time between layers to prevent sagging or runs on those large vertical panels.