Forest-River Tundra (42571) Touch Up Paint

The Look

Your motorhome was built for the open road, and this color is the ultimate travel companion. As a foundational earth tone from the 2010 lineup, it was designed to look sophisticated while hiding the inevitable road dust and grime from a cross-country trip. It is a mature, grounded shade that avoids the sterile look of a plain white box, giving your rig a custom, high-end feel. Because your Forest River has likely seen plenty of sun since 2010, the existing paint might have a slight weathered character, but this pigment is remarkably resilient against fading.

Technical Details

This is a metallic finish, which means the paint is packed with tiny flakes that create depth and reflect the sun. The challenge with metallics is ensuring those flakes lay down evenly. If they clump together, you will end up with dark spots or a striped appearance known as mottling. To get a professional result in your garage or a patch of shade, you must focus on consistent application. If you apply the paint too heavily in one spot, the metal particles will sink and muddy the color. Keeping your layers light and even is the secret to making the repair disappear into the original finish.

Best Practices

Before you spray or dab Forest-River Tundra (check for code 42571), you need to shake it for 60 seconds to ensure the metallic flakes are fully suspended in the liquid. You can usually find your paint code on the weight specification sticker located inside a bedroom wardrobe door or on the wall next to the driver's seat. Always test the color on the included card first to see how the flakes settle under your light. When you move to the motorhome, keep the container moving at all times to prevent the paint from pooling. Give the area enough drying time between coats so the metallic particles can lock into place, ensuring a smooth transition between the old paint and your new repair.