Dodge Hemi Orange (VE) Touch Up Paint

The Look

Your 2005 Ram Pick-up was never meant to be a wallflower, and this high-impact shade is the reason why. Originally used on the limited-run Hemi GTX and Daytona editions, this color is a direct tribute to the golden age of Mopar muscle. It is loud, aggressive, and carries a heavy visual weight that makes the truck look like it belongs on a drag strip rather than a job site. Because your truck has been on the road for two decades, the original panels may have developed a slightly softer or flatter appearance compared to fresh paint, so keep that in mind as you prepare to blend your repair.

Technical Details

This specific version of the color is a solid finish, meaning it contains no metallic flakes or pearlescent additives to distract the eye. While a solid orange is easier to match than a complex metallic, it is much less forgiving when it comes to your surface prep. Without any sparkle to hide imperfections, every tiny sand scratch or ripple in the primer will show up in the final result. Solid oranges are also particularly sensitive to UV rays, which means the paint on your truck might have faded toward a yellow or red hue depending on where you live.

Best Practices

Before you spray or dab Dodge Hemi Orange (check for code VE), you need to shake it for 60 seconds. Heavy orange pigments settle at the bottom of the container quickly, and if they aren't fully mixed, your repair will look translucent or streaky. You can find your identification sticker located on the driver's side door jamb. To get the best result, test the color on the included card first to see how well it sits against your existing paint. Whether you are using a nozzle or a brush, keep the container moving to prevent the paint from pooling. Work in thin layers in your garage or under a reliable shade, and allow plenty of drying time between coats so the finish can level out properly.