2019 Forest-River Touch Up Paint (11 OEM Colors)

The 2019 Forest-River Vibe

By 2019, the Forest-River motorhome lineup had fully embraced the "Sophisticated Nomad" aesthetic. We aren't talking about the flat, utilitarian whites of the past; this was the era of the high-end, multi-tone metallic masterpiece. With a database count of 11 specific colors for this year, Forest-River was giving owners plenty of ways to look expensive at the RV park. Whether you were rocking the White Chocolate Tricoat for that pearlescent glow or the deep, moody Toreador Pearl, these rigs were designed to look like a rolling luxury condo. It was a time when Mercedes Smoke Silver and Gold Metallic weren't just options-they were the standard for anyone who wanted to prove they hadn't just "retired," they had "ascended."

Paint Health Check

Welcome to the peak of the Thin Paint Era. By 2019, the factory paint booths were run by robots programmed for one thing: "Efficiency." That's industry-speak for using the absolute bare minimum of material to get the job done. While that Dark Charcoal or Bronze looks deep and rich, the actual film thickness is thinner than a resort-town diner's napkin. The biggest threat here is "Robot Stinginess"-the clear coat is often applied so lean on the roof radii and front caps that a few years of baking in the Florida sun or taking a beating from highway grit starts the "delamination dance." If you see the edges of your Dark Brown sections looking a bit cloudy or flaky, that's the clear coat waving the white flag.

Restoration Tip

Since we're dealing with the results of "Robot Efficiency," your biggest mistake would be trying to fix a chip in one heavy-handed go. This modern factory finish is built on thin, precise layers, and your repair should be too. If you've got a rock chip on that Tan Metallic front cap, don't just "blob" the paint in there; it'll stand out like a sore thumb. Instead, build your layers slowly. Apply a thin dab of color, let it shrink and dry, and repeat until the depth matches the surrounding area. When it's time for the clear, remember: thin is win. You're trying to mimic a machine that was programmed to save every drop of solvent-be just as stingy as the robot was, and your repair will disappear.