Dodge Ocean Blue Metallic (BM/SBM) Touch Up Paint

The Look

This shade is a sophisticated departure from the high-impact neons Dodge usually splashes on its muscle cars. It is a deep, aquatic hue that feels right at home on a refined Charger or a Challenger that wants to keep a lower profile. Because it appeared on the Grand Caravan as well, this color is a workhorse that handles road grime and dust better than a flat black or a bright silver. Since your car has likely been on the road for a few years, the original finish has probably faced its fair share of sun and salt, so your repair will need to bridge the gap between the factory-fresh pigment and the weathered surface of your panels.

Technical Details

This is a true metallic finish, which presents a specific challenge for your repair. Those tiny metallic flakes give the paint its depth, but they are heavy and love to sink to the bottom of the container. If you don't get them moving, the paint will look flat and dark. You also need to watch out for mottling, which happens when the flakes cluster together in uneven clumps. This creates a splotchy, bruised appearance that ruins the illusion of a smooth surface. Thin layers are your best friend here because they allow the flakes to lay down flat and catch the light evenly.

Best Practices

Start by verifying your paint code on the manufacture tag located on the driver's side door jamb. Before you dab or spray any Dodge Ocean Blue Metallic (check for code BM/SBM), you must shake the container vigorously for at least sixty seconds. If you skip this, the color will not match the rest of your car. Test the color on the included card to verify the flake density before touching your actual vehicle. Work in the shade to ensure the paint doesn't dry too fast and trap the metallic particles in an upright position. Keep the container moving as you apply the paint, and allow for plenty of drying time between layers to build up the depth without creating a mess.