Dodge Rampage Paint Info
The Color Breakdown
The Dodge Rampage was a bold experiment-a truck that thought it was a car-and Dodge gave it 46 colors to match that "business in the front, party in the back" energy. They really went for it back in the '80s, offering everything from the earthy Ginger and Suede Tan to the more adventurous Morocco Red and Gold Dust Metallic. Whether your Rampage is a workhorse or a survivor, Dodge didn't hold back on the palette.
What to Watch For
Since these 80s classics have spent a few decades in the sun, you might notice some "chalking" or fading on the hood and the top of the bed rails. It's common for the paint to lose its shine or even start lifting in small sheets if the factory primer has decided to part ways with the metal. To get your fix started, you'll need the right code. You can usually find it on a small metal "fender tag" screwed to the radiator support under the hood (it might be covered in a bit of engine grime, so bring a rag) or on the driver's side door jamb. Look for a three-digit code; if it has a letter like 'P' or 'Q' in front of it, just focus on the last two or three characters.
Driveway Repair Tip
When you're ready to tackle those chips with your touch-up pen or brush, remember that those vintage metallics like Gold Dust or Silver Metallic require a bit of patience to look their best. Those tiny metallic flakes like to settle at the bottom of the bottle, so shake your paint for a full two minutes-long after you think you're done-to wake up the shimmer. When applying, think "thin and steady." It's much better to dab on two or three light layers than to put down one big glob that takes forever to dry.