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11-05-2003, 04:33 PM
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Rivet Master
2002 25' Classic
Oro Valley
, Arizona
Join Date: Oct 2002
Posts: 835
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Where to wash, when on-the-road?
All of the RV Parks we have stayed in during the last year do not allow washing of the tow vehicle or trailer (or for that matter any RV).
Where do you go the wash your Airstream? I don't mind doing the Expedition at a coin-operated wash place.... I'm cheap.
But the Airstream is a problem. The hose mechanism will rub on the exterior and leave marks....at least I think it will. I hate to leave the trailer dirty.
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Kistler & Brenda
2002 Classic 25'
2003 Expedition EB 5.4L, AWD, AdvanceTrac Class IV hitch pkg. Reese dual cam/Prodigy
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11-05-2003, 04:42 PM
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Contributing Member
2018 Interstate Grand Tour Ext
Austin (Hays County)
, Texas
Join Date: Jun 2002
Posts: 7,164
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Truck wash
Many coin washes have higher truck bays. With my 22', I could wash the entire trailer without moving it. With the 25', I have to do one end and then move the trailer to do the other end. A friend does a 34' A/S that way.
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John W. Irwin
2018 Interstate GT, "Sabre-Dog V"
WBCCI #9632
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11-05-2003, 05:03 PM
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Rivet Master
Commercial Member
1977 20' Argosy 20
Charleston
, West Virginia
Join Date: Feb 2002
Posts: 1,226
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Quote:
All of the RV Parks we have stayed in during the last year do not allow washing of the tow vehicle or trailer (or for that matter any RV).
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I never have understood this because the same parks are starting the stupid ten and fifteen year rules. If they care about the appearance of their parks, LET THE OWNERS WASH THEIR RIGS! I have speed washed my RV at the parks with a hose and brush combo. I think it's one fo the stupidest rules! I say wash and let them stop me!
I't OK to stand in their shower for an hour but wash your RV......oh what a sin!
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11-05-2003, 05:23 PM
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Rivet Master
Currently Looking...
Seattle
, WA
Join Date: May 2003
Posts: 620
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When I wash my 28' MH, I go to a coin car wash that has RV bays.
I pull in, then use the already wet scrub brush all over the rig real fast like, THEN I put in the coins and just rinse off with the jet. Works all the time.
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11-05-2003, 05:31 PM
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Rivet Master
Massachusetts
Join Date: Oct 2002
Location: 1964 17' Bambi II
Posts: 4,282
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Quote:
Originally posted by Astrodokk
When I wash my 28' MH, I go to a coin car wash that has RV bays.
I pull in, then use the already wet scrub brush all over the rig real fast like, THEN I put in the coins and just rinse off with the jet. Works all the time.
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There is a small drawback to that technique -- if you don't rinse the unit first with plain water, the "wet scrub brush" could scratch the finish by scraping dirt/debris across the exterior finish.
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11-05-2003, 05:45 PM
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Rivet Master
2002 25' Classic
Oro Valley
, Arizona
Join Date: Oct 2002
Posts: 835
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That answers another question I had--is the soap too strong that is provided from the wand?
Kistler
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11-05-2003, 06:36 PM
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Moderator Emeritus
1972 31' Sovereign
High Springs
, Florida
Join Date: May 2002
Posts: 2,311
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Depends on the particular soap they are using. Dawn dishwashing liquid will strip all the wax off in one washing. Buy/use a carwash shampoo that says on the label that it does not strip wax. Most car wash products sold at Auto Zone, K-Mart and Wally World do not strip the wax.
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2003 GMC 2500HD 4X4 D/A Ext. Cab
Propane Powered Honda EU2000i
Lots of Hot Sauce!
Air # 283
WBCCI 1350
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11-05-2003, 08:01 PM
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Rivet Master
Currently Looking...
Seattle
, WA
Join Date: May 2003
Posts: 620
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Good point!
I neglected to mention that my MH is painted grey. Actually, I don't mind if the paint gets scratched...I'd like it to all peel off so it can be polished aluminum. Using the wet brush technique w/o first rinse doesn't seem to be detrimental to my finish.
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11-05-2003, 08:42 PM
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Cartoon Character
2004 34' Classic
On The Road
, U.S.A.
Join Date: May 2002
Posts: 885
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Why not use a facility at a truck stop ... like Flying J?
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Porky
TrailerGypsies.com
WBCCI #3405 — Escapees #80360
I live the life I love and I love the life I live.
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11-06-2003, 12:05 AM
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Rivet Master
1984 29' Sovereign
Savannah
, Missouri
Join Date: Apr 2002
Posts: 3,478
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Several thought`
1985air345
I agree..Completely~! It's makes sense to wash it there, even if at a provided site just for this purpose~Consider the ease, safety, etc..Plus, as you pointed out, a nice looking rig makes everyone feel good~!! Heck, I wouldn't mind even paying extra for this~Just my two cents worth~
What I do is this, when it rains...go out and, wipe it..real good...lol
Porky Pig
You may well ask~
Quote:
Why not use a facility at a truck stop ... like Flying J?
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May I suggest that, the next time you're in a Flying J..you ask what they charge...lmao, you'll think twice..(maybe you're one of those millionaires streamers??)
ciao
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11-06-2003, 07:11 AM
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Rivet Master
2002 25' Classic
Oro Valley
, Arizona
Join Date: Oct 2002
Posts: 835
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I wonder if I would get into trouble if I were to fill my fresh water tank and use that water and a hose attached to my out-door faucet and wash at a rest stop?
Kistler
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11-06-2003, 08:36 AM
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Cartoon Character
2004 34' Classic
On The Road
, U.S.A.
Join Date: May 2002
Posts: 885
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Re: Several thought`
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Originally posted by 53FlyingCloud
1985air345
[Porky Pig
You may well ask~
May I suggest that, the next time you're in a Flying J..you ask what they charge...lmao, you'll think twice..(maybe you're one of those millionaires streamers??)
ciao
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Certainly not a millionaire ... but rich in many ways.
I checked on the Flying J website ... looks like they charge $30. I guess I could eat beans and rice for a couple of dinners instead of going out.
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TrailerGypsies.com
WBCCI #3405 — Escapees #80360
I live the life I love and I love the life I live.
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11-06-2003, 08:57 AM
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Just a member
1978 28' Argosy 28
Lutz
, Florida
Join Date: Mar 2002
Posts: 4,549
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Quote:
Originally posted by Kistler
I wonder if I would get into trouble if I were to fill my fresh water tank and use that water and a hose attached to my out-door faucet and wash at a rest stop?
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I had to do this on entering Yellowstone in 95. By the time we got to the turnout at the lake the 77 Airstream looked more like an Argosy. The mud was horrific. I stopped and washed as much off as I could before it dried using my entire tank. I finished it in the campground.
The only hazard I see in washing it in a rest stop is the cars and trucks wizzing by and possibly getting hit.
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WBCCI #5501 AIR # 49
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1978 Argosy 28 foot Motorhome
Wise men talk because they have something to say; fools, because they have to say something. -- Plato
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11-06-2003, 10:26 AM
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Rivet Master
1984 29' Sovereign
Savannah
, Missouri
Join Date: Apr 2002
Posts: 3,478
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Intersting
Porky Pig,
How did I miss that on their website is beyond me..
I reckon it was because, when I asked...the figure I was quoted at the time was based on so much per foot..
I'll look into that again..Thanks for your input..
ciao
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WBCCI 5292 AIR 807
NEU #64
New England Unit
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11-06-2003, 03:06 PM
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4 Rivet Member
2004 25' International CCD
Salem
, Massachusetts
Join Date: Jun 2003
Posts: 457
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The NJ AS park will allow you to wash your As right oat your site if not crowded or outside in the field. Many old timers there suggested we use "IVORY FLAKES W/ WATER".
So we got a ladder, a bucket, one of those large washable chenille dust brooms, soaked it with the mix and calmly and slowly washed our Titan. He's clean and mint!
Does the Ivory soap remove the wax as the dawn soap does?
Does anyone reccomend a specific washing soap for our CCD? We have a Kmart near us.
Thanks for the advice.
PS
the other times we washed him were in the driveway. No problems there.
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KIMILI
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11-06-2003, 03:22 PM
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Aluminut
2004 25' Safari
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, Illinois
Join Date: Feb 2003
Posts: 10,477
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As far as I know, Jack Canavera did extensive research on this subject. He found that a bunch of products have some sort of chemical in them that is bad for the finish. In the end I believe he found that Armor All Car Wash was the best to use, followed by a good Walburnizing (if needed).
I would not use Dawn or anything else.
http://www.airforums.com/forum...r+All+Car+Wash
Eric
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11-06-2003, 04:16 PM
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4 Rivet Member
2004 25' International CCD
Salem
, Massachusetts
Join Date: Jun 2003
Posts: 457
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Thanks Eric!
Off to buy the Armorall!
ciao
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KIMILI
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11-06-2003, 06:23 PM
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Aluminut
2004 25' Safari
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, Illinois
Join Date: Feb 2003
Posts: 10,477
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BTW....NEVER USE CAR WAX ON A COACH THAT HAS THE NEWER ALOCA PLASTICOAT FINISH.....
Unless of course you want to damage the plastic coated finish. From what I understand the older coaches were fine with this (but by all means, those that have pre 2000 or 1999 coaches please speak up), however only use Walburnize for waxing a coach that is 2000 or newer (possibly 1999 or newer).
Eric
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11-06-2003, 07:10 PM
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4 Rivet Member
2004 25' International CCD
Salem
, Massachusetts
Join Date: Jun 2003
Posts: 457
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BTW....NEVER USE CAR WAX ON A COACH THAT HAS THE NEWER ALOCA PLASTICOAT FINISH.....Unless of course you want to damage the plastic coated finish.From what I understand the older coaches were fine with this
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OK Now I'm really confused!!
Does our 2004 CCD have this 'Aloca'??!!
If yes are you saying we shouldn't use the ArmorAll??
I read Jack's thread you posted, very interesting. My understanding was that he used the Armorall on his Safari. What is he going to use on his classic?
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KIMILI
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11-06-2003, 07:15 PM
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Aluminut
2004 25' Safari
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, Illinois
Join Date: Feb 2003
Posts: 10,477
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My bad....
Use Armor All Car Wash to wash, don't use any car wax to wax on say a coach newer than 1999!
Your '04 FOR SURE has the new Aloca finish and you do not want to use any type of car wax to wax it....use Walburnize.
I plan to continue to use Armor All Car Wash on the Safari as I did on the Bambi and use Walburnize super seal as well for waxing....
Eric
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