Hummer Superior Blue Metallic (22/WA703J) Touch Up Paint

The Look

Your H3 was built to tackle dirt, but this shade gives the rugged frame a refined, executive edge that the brighter yellows and oranges often lack. Since this color was only available during the 2006 production year, you are looking at a relatively rare piece of the brand's history. On the road, this blue acts as a chameleon; it looks nearly navy in the shade but reveals a sharp, oceanic sparkle the moment the sun hits the metallic flakes.

Technical Details

This finish is a traditional metallic, which means its appearance depends entirely on how the tiny aluminum flakes settle on the surface. Before you spray or dab Hummer Superior Blue Metallic (check for code 22/WA703J), you must shake the container vigorously for at least a full minute. If you skip this, the flakes will stay clumped at the bottom, and your repair will look like a flat, dark smudge instead of a matching blue. Because it is a metallic, you have to be careful about mottling-those annoying dark stripes or spots that happen when paint goes on too heavy in one area.

Best Practices

You will find your paint code on the silver or white Service Parts Identification sticker located inside the glove box. When you are ready to start, work in a cool garage or the shade to prevent the paint from drying before it can level out. Test the color on the included card first to verify the flake distribution. Whether you are using a pen or a nozzle, keep the container moving to ensure the flow stays even. Apply two or three thin layers rather than one thick one, allowing plenty of drying time between each pass so the metallic particles can set properly without bunching up.