1998 Lund Touch Up Paint (14 OEM Colors)

The 1998 Lund Vibe

Welcome to 1998-the era of the "Lund Sunvisor," oversized fender flares, and trucks that looked like they were ready for a moon landing. Whether you were outfitting a classic Z71 or keeping a Pro-V boat looking sharp, Lund was the undisputed king of the "All Models" look. In our database, we track 11 distinct shades from this year, and let me tell you, the variety was something else. You had the outdoorsy staples like Forest Green and Sand Beach, but if you really wanted to turn heads at the boat ramp, you were spraying Red Reef or that deep Cobalt Blue Metallic. It was a time when "more is more" actually worked.

Paint Health Check

Now, listen close, because 1998 sits right in the heart of what I call The Peeling Era. By this time, the industry had fully committed to the Basecoat/Clearcoat system. On paper, it was a revolution for shine; in reality, it was a ticking clock for delamination. The clear coat they were using back then had a nasty habit of losing its grip on the color coat underneath, especially on horizontal surfaces like the hood or the top of a cab. If your Quick Silver or Graphite Gray is starting to look like a bad sunburn with white, flaky edges, you've got clear coat failure. Once that bond breaks, the UV rays start eating the pigment for breakfast.

Restoration Tip

The golden rule for 1998 paint: Seal those chips immediately. In this era, a rock chip isn't just a cosmetic blemish; it's an entry point for moisture and air to get under the clear coat. Once the air gets in, the clear will start to "lift" away from the base, and before you know it, you're looking at a full-panel peel-off party that you didn't invite anyone to. If you spot a nick, clean it out and hit it with a touch-up pen or a brush immediately. You aren't just fixing a spot; you're anchoring the rest of the clear coat to the truck.