Dodge Light Champagne Metallic (cladding) (KV4) Touch Up Paint

The Look

The 1992 Dakota used this distinct shade to frame the bottom half of the truck, providing the rugged two-tone contrast that defined the early nineties. Since it sits on the lower cladding, this finish has spent decades defending your metal from gravel and road salt. Because your truck has been on the road for a long time, the original color has likely softened or lost some of its factory luster. A fresh touch-up will bring back that crisp edge, though you should expect the new paint to look a bit brighter than the weathered panels around it.

Technical Details

This finish is a true metallic, meaning it relies on microscopic flakes to give the paint its depth and glow. Before you spray or dab Dodge Light Champagne Metallic (cladding) (check for code KV4), you need to shake it for 60 seconds. Metallics are prone to mottling, which looks like dark, uneven stripes or spots if the flakes clump together. If you apply the paint too heavily in one pass, those flakes will sink or drift, making the repair look darker and muddier than the rest of the truck.

Best Practices

You can find your paint code on the driver's side door jamb or on a metal plate located on the radiator support under the hood. To get the best result, work in a cool garage or the shade and test the color on the included card to see how the flakes lay down. Keep the container moving while you work to prevent the metallic particles from settling at the bottom of the reservoir. Use light, thin layers and allow for plenty of drying time between each pass to build the color and ensure the flakes stay level.