Forest-River Medium Gray (L8642K) Touch Up Paint

The Look

This shade is a relic from the turn of the millennium, specifically tailored for the grand scale of a 2000-era Motorhome. It was designed to provide a sophisticated, professional anchor for the large exterior panels, effectively masking the road film and dust that naturally accumulate during long cross-country hauls. While it may look like a simple, functional neutral at first glance, it carries enough depth to keep your rig looking substantial rather than washed out under the high noon sun. Since your vehicle has spent over two decades facing the elements, the original pigment has likely shifted slightly, making a careful touch-up even more vital to maintaining that cohesive, factory-fresh appearance.

Technical Details

This is a metallic finish, which presents a specific challenge for the DIYer. Those tiny metallic flakes give the paint its life, but they are heavy and prone to settling at the bottom of the container. If you apply the paint without thorough mixing, you risk a finish that looks blotchy or uneven. Worse, if you stay in one spot for too long, the flakes will cluster and create dark, muddy patches known as mottling. Before you spray or dab Forest-River Medium Gray (check for code L8642K), you need to shake it for at least 60 seconds to ensure the metallic particles are fully suspended in the resin.

Best Practices

You can usually find your paint code on a specification sticker located inside a wardrobe closet door or on the wall behind the driver's seat. Once you have the right match, move your project into the garage or a well-lit patch of shade to avoid direct sunlight, which can cook the paint before it levels out. Test the color on the included card first to see how the metallic flakes lay down. Whether you are using a nozzle or a brush, keep the container moving across the surface in steady, rhythmic passes. This movement prevents the paint from pooling and ensures the silver flakes distribute evenly for a consistent reflection. Allow plenty of drying time between light layers rather than trying to hide the damage with one heavy coat.