Eagle Radiant Fire (RB/KRB) Touch Up Paint

The Look

Eagle Radiant Fire is a pure, unapologetic red from the peak of the brand's cab-forward era. If you own an Eagle Vision, you know this color was meant to signal sportiness and energy in a market full of muted grays. Since your car has been on the road for three decades, the original finish has likely faced significant sun exposure. Red is famously sensitive to UV light, so do not be surprised if your fresh repair looks more vibrant than the aged panels surrounding it.

Technical Details

This is a solid finish, which means it contains no metallic flakes or pearls. While that makes it easier to match than a complex tri-coat, solid reds are dense and heavy. If the pigments are not perfectly mixed, the color can look thin or slightly orange. Because there is no sparkle to distract the eye, every surface imperfection will stand out. You must ensure your workspace in the garage or shade is free of dust, as a solid red highlights every speck of debris that lands in the wet paint.

Best Practices

You can usually find your paint code on a metal tag located in front of the radiator on the passenger side or on the inner fender well. Before you spray or dab Eagle Radiant Fire (check for code RB/KRB), you must shake the container for at least sixty seconds to suspend the heavy red pigments. Test the color on the included card first to see how it interacts with any fading on your Vision. When applying the paint, keep the container moving to avoid pooling or heavy spots. Allow for plenty of drying time between layers to ensure the finish builds up evenly and stays level.