COLOR CODE784857K - Tan MetalFleetwood Touch-Up Paint

The Look

Your motorhome has spent years chasing horizons, and this tan was built for that life. This is a hard-working neutral designed to mask the road grime and dust from long hauls. Since your coach likely hit the pavement between 2009 and 2013, the original finish has matured under the sun. This color served as the backbone for many high-end Fleetwood exteriors during that era, providing a grounded, earthy aesthetic that remains timeless in the RV world.

Technical Details

This finish is a metallic, which means it is packed with tiny flakes that catch the light to give your panels depth. The challenge with any metallic is making sure those flakes lay down in a uniform pattern. If you are heavy-handed, you might see "mottling"-those dark, cloudy spots or stripes where the metal particles clump together. To keep the finish looking consistent across a large surface, you must maintain a steady flow and avoid letting the paint pool in any one spot.

Best Practices

Before you spray or dab Fleetwood Tan Metal (check for code 784857K), you need to shake it for 60 seconds. You should find your color ID tag inside the bedroom wardrobe closet or on the build sheet tucked into a kitchen cabinet. Move your motorhome into the shade to keep the surface cool. Test the color on the included card first to see how the flakes settle. When you begin the repair, keep the container moving to ensure the metallic particles stay suspended. Give it plenty of drying time between layers to let the metal settle before you add the next coat.