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07-10-2013, 09:43 AM
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Silver Mist
Currently Looking...
Riverhead
, New York
Join Date: Aug 2006
Posts: 3,011
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Wax to use
Was looking for suggestion on a wax to use now that it it is all done.
I used the Caswell compounds which leaves a wax but wears off in few weeks
Any car wax?
Also what frequency?
thinking twice a year.
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07-10-2013, 10:08 AM
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Rivet Master
2011 31' Classic
Nellysford
, Virginia
Join Date: Mar 2011
Posts: 1,067
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After seeing recommendations from a number of others here (and after using a number of other products) I've adopted Griot's Garage products as my new best friends. Like others, I use Griot's Paint Sealant. It goes on and off easy and lasts. Amazon.com: Griot's Garage 11088 Paint Sealant - 16 oz.: Automotive
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2011 31' Classic Ltd. - The Silver Otter III
2013 GMC Denali 2500HD 6.6 DuraMax - Sierra Blanca
TAC VA-18 | Life Mbr ACI 1927 - Spirit of Virginia Club | AIR 53869
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10-17-2017, 06:32 PM
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1 Rivet Member
1993 30' Excella
Pueblo
, Colorado
Join Date: Nov 2014
Posts: 19
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I have finished removing the clear coat and have also finished polishing my 1993 30' Excella. My problem now is how to keep the water drip marks off the aluminum. every time it rains I get new water streaks on the sides. Wax, soap etc. ?????
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10-17-2017, 06:37 PM
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Rivet Master
2006 23' Safari SE
Biloxi
, Mississippi
Join Date: Nov 2011
Posts: 8,278
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Any liquid car wax. I think my last wax job I used Turtle Wax becaus that is what I had.
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MICHAEL
Do you know what a learning experience is? A learning experience is one of those things that says "You know that thing that you just did? Don't do that."
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10-17-2017, 06:39 PM
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Rivet Master
1995 25' Excella
xxxxx
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Join Date: Apr 2015
Posts: 2,351
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Collinite 845 gets my vote. Easy on. Easy off. Real wax.
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10-17-2017, 08:16 PM
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"Cloudsplitter"
2003 25' Classic
Houstatlantavegas
, Malebolgia
Join Date: Jun 2007
Posts: 20,000
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Silver Otter
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Yep...been using Griot's for years.
One of the handiest of Griot's offerings for keeping the AS clean.
Bob
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10-17-2017, 08:29 PM
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Overland Adventurer
1991 34' Excella
2009 34' Panamerica
Telluride
, Colorado
Join Date: May 2012
Posts: 2,476
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NuFinish.
Orange bottle, $10 at WalMart.
Lasts a long time, super easy to use.
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10-17-2017, 08:39 PM
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Some Guy
1968 26' Overlander
2021 25' Globetrotter
Nashville
, Tennessee
Join Date: May 2015
Posts: 409
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Everyone I have spoken with stated to use Walbernize, but upon researching, it states on their site not to use on clear coat finish.
They have started offering Griot's Garage products at our local AutoZone. I think I'll try their quick wax product.
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The Jarretts
Nashville, Tennessee
1968 26' Overlander
2019 RAM PowerWagon TV-Petrol Hemi
WBCCI # 22342
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10-17-2017, 09:53 PM
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Senior Member
2012 27' FB Eddie Bauer
Sparks
, Nevada
Join Date: Mar 2014
Posts: 1,116
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Two different types of Walbernize
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10-17-2017, 11:35 PM
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1 Rivet Member
1993 30' Excella
Pueblo
, Colorado
Join Date: Nov 2014
Posts: 19
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Waxing
Thanks everyone, Good ideas on waxing. Shouldn't I wash the trailer with some kind of soap before waxing it?? I've used the Nuvite at three levels of grit to bring the shine out. will Nuvite fine be OK in place of a wax???
Jerry
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10-18-2017, 04:30 AM
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"Cloudsplitter"
2003 25' Classic
Houstatlantavegas
, Malebolgia
Join Date: Jun 2007
Posts: 20,000
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Quote:
Originally Posted by jerry1939
Thanks everyone, Good ideas on waxing. Shouldn't I wash the trailer with some kind of soap before waxing it?? I've used the Nuvite at three levels of grit to bring the shine out. will Nuvite fine be OK in place of a wax???
Jerry
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All our 'stuff' gets washed with THIS. Sooper soap, and won't scratch>>>>a bit cheaper on the amazon.
POI...I mix 1oz soap in one of THESE, conserves the soap and makes it much easier to wash with no waste dripping off the mitt.
Even if it dries a bit it will break down the dirt and suds right up with a wet microfiber mitt....plus>>>you don't need much to get the job done.
Bob
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10-18-2017, 11:29 AM
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Registered User
2016 28' International
Birmingham
, Alabama
Join Date: Feb 2013
Posts: 119
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I used Walbernize sealer this year and really liked the results and seems easier to apply and remove. It will not damage clear coat.
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10-18-2017, 12:11 PM
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Rivet Master
2017 25' International
Currently Looking...
Currently Looking...
Los Osos
, California
Join Date: Jun 2004
Posts: 916
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Glare Professional Polish gives great protection on an Airstream.
You can purchase it from either Airstream.com or Amazon.com for approximately the same price.
Avoid buy Glare on eBay. There have been reports of counterfeit Glare popping up there.
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2017 Airstream International Serenity 25FB
2016 RAM 2500 Crew Cab Cummins 6.7 Diesel
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11-22-2018, 07:25 PM
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Site Team
2009 25' FB International
2018 27' Globetrotter
Tavares
, Florida
Join Date: Mar 2014
Posts: 3,720
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Quote:
Originally Posted by egraham
I used Walbernize sealer this year and really liked the results and seems easier to apply and remove. It will not damage clear coat.
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I just took a tour of the AS factory in JC and they were cleaning the exterior of a just finished trailer snd they were using Walbernize RV Super Seal. I think that is a good recommendation for the product.
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