Dodge Jet Black (P41) Touch Up Paint

The Look

If you are driving a Sprinter from the 2009 or 2010 era, you are likely looking at a finish that was built for work. This color is a pure, deep black that was designed to look professional and imposing on those massive side panels. It is a no-nonsense shade that gives your vehicle a clean, uniform appearance. However, because it is so dark, your vehicle will likely tell on you if you have been driving through dust or road salt. Since your van has likely been on the job for over a decade, you will notice that this black highlights every small stone chip or scratch, making a quick touch-up essential to keep the metal protected.

Technical Details

This is a solid finish, which means it contains no metallic flakes or pearl additives. While this makes it much easier to match compared to a complex metallic paint, solid black is the most honest color on the road. It does not have any sparkling flakes to hide imperfections, so if your application is uneven, it will show. The benefit is that you do not have to worry about the orientation of flakes or the light hitting it at a weird angle; you just need a smooth, level coat to get that deep, ink-like reflection back.

Best Practices

Finding the confirmation for this color is a bit different than a standard car; you should look for a sticker on the driver's seat pedestal or along the driver's door jamb. Before you spray or dab Dodge Jet Black (check for code P41), you need to shake it for 60 seconds. This is vital for solid colors to ensure the pigments are perfectly blended so the finish doesn't look gray or cloudy. Test the color on the included card before you touch your vehicle to ensure the shade is right. When you begin, keep the container moving across the surface to prevent the paint from pooling or sagging. Work in a cool garage or the shade, and allow for plenty of drying time between each thin layer to ensure a hard, durable finish.