Dodge Bright White (GW6/DT1649) Touch Up Paint

The Look

This color defines the era of the late-eighties American workhorse. If you are working on a Ram Van or a heavy-duty Ram Wagon, you are dealing with a shade built for utility. It is an honest, bright finish that was designed to keep these massive vans cool under the summer sun while looking professional on a job site. Because it is such a high-contrast white, it actually does a great job of masking minor dings or body waves in those long, flat side panels.

Technical Details

Technically, this is a solid finish. There are no metallic flakes or pearls hiding in the mix to complicate your repair. This is a massive benefit when you are working in your garage or in the shade because you do not have to worry about particles settling the wrong way or creating dark shadows. The challenge with a solid white is that it shows every speck of road tar and grease. Before you spray or dab Dodge Bright White (check for code GW6/DT1649), you need to shake it for 60 seconds to get the pigments moving. Since your Dodge has likely been on the road for over thirty years, keep in mind that the original paint might have yellowed slightly from UV exposure, which can make a fresh repair look very bright until it weathers in.

Best Practices

You can usually find your paint code on a sticker inside the driver's side door jamb or stamped into a metal tag under the hood on the radiator support. When you are ready to begin, test the color on the included card to check the match against your specific van. If you are using a can, keep the container moving in steady, horizontal passes to prevent the paint from pooling. If you are using a pen or brush, apply thin layers and respect the drying time between each application. This patience prevents the repair from turning into a noticeable bump on your fender and helps the new paint lay flat.