Isuzu Standard Red (72/WA7475) Touch Up Paint

The Look

If you are driving a 1996 to 1998 Hombre, you are likely looking at a color that defined the bold, no-nonsense aesthetic of 90s compact trucks. This is a punchy, high-visibility red that refuses to blend into the background. Because your truck has likely spent decades working in the sun, you might notice the original finish looks a bit flatter than it did on the showroom floor. Red pigment is notorious for absorbing UV rays and fading over time, so your repair will immediately bring back that factory pop of saturated color that makes these trucks stand out in a parking lot.

Technical Details

This is a solid finish, which means there are no metallic flakes or pearl powders hiding in the mix to complicate your work. The benefit is a much easier color match compared to a silver or a tri-coat, but the trade-off is that solid reds show every imperfection if they are applied too thick. Since there is no sparkle to distract the eye, you want to focus on achieving a smooth, level surface. Before you spray or dab Isuzu Standard Red (check for code 72/WA7475), you need to shake the container for at least 60 seconds to ensure the heavy red pigments are fully suspended.

Best Practices

You will usually find your paint code on a service identification sticker located inside the glove box, though sometimes Isuzu tucked it onto the firewall or the driver side door jamb. Before you start the actual repair, test the color on the included card to see how it looks once it is dry. When you are ready to work, move your truck into a garage or a patch of shade to keep the metal cool. Apply the paint in thin, light layers rather than trying to cover the spot in one go. If you are using a spray, keep the container moving to avoid drips. Give each layer enough drying time so the surface is no longer tacky before you add the next one. This patience prevents the red from "solvent popping" or looking hazy once it fully cures.