Fluidesign Silver Blue Metallic (RM 79775) Touch Up Paint

The Look

Since your shell has likely spent years slicing through the water, you know that this specific shade was designed to look as fast as it moves. This color was a hallmark for the 2001 lineup, offering a cool, icy aesthetic that bridges the gap between a high-tech industrial silver and the natural reflection of the lake. It is a sophisticated choice for a racing machine, providing a sleek profile that manages to look clean even when it is covered in river silt or dried water spots.

Technical Details

This finish is a true metallic, which means it relies on tiny flakes to give the surface its depth and shimmer. The challenge with any metallic is a phenomenon called mottling. If the paint is applied too heavily in one spot, those flakes will bunch up and create dark, cloudy patches that ruin the uniform look. Because this color leans into the blue spectrum, any inconsistency in how the flakes lay down will be visible under direct sunlight. You want to aim for thin, even coverage so the silver particles can float freely and catch the light the way they did when the boat first left the shop.

Best Practices

Finding your specific identification can be a bit of a hunt, but you will usually find the serial plate and color info tucked inside the cockpit area or near the seat deck. Before you spray or dab Fluidesign Silver Blue Metallic (check for code RM 79775), you need to shake it for 60 seconds. This is the most important step for a metallic finish because those flakes like to settle at the bottom. Test the color on the included card to get a feel for the flow and how the shade changes as it sets. When you move to the repair, keep the container moving across the surface to prevent the paint from pooling. Let it sit for the full drying time before deciding if you need a second pass.