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01-05-2012, 02:28 PM
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Rivet Master 
2010 27' FB Classic
N/A
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Join Date: Apr 2008
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Waterless Car Wash
Do any of you use a waterless spray car wash to get the bugs off the front of your stream, before they bake on to the finish?
I have found a few products like, ProtectAll that is waterless and Griots has a spray and wipe product. There is also a host of detailing sprays out there. But I'm not sure what the best product is to use on the the stream.
I usually just wait till I'm back home to wash it, but thought that using a easy spray product every so often might just be the ticket to keeping things looking good while on the road.
What do you use?
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01-06-2012, 10:58 AM
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Rivet Master
2008 22' Safari
Oracle
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Join Date: Oct 2007
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I use "drywash n guard". Great product. 
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01-06-2012, 03:02 PM
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Rivet Master Commercial Member
Vintage Kin Owner
Naples
, Florida
Join Date: Dec 2005
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I use the Griot's on everything exterior in between wash/wax. great products! 
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01-06-2012, 05:42 PM
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Rivet Master
2015 30' Classic
2012 28' International
Greensboro
, North Carolina
Join Date: Aug 2011
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I use Griot's speed shine on my cars. My A/S is brand new, and I waxed it with their "Best in Show" wax. Have used their products for years -- excellent quality, great service. I bought a Lambo a few years ago, and the dealer told me that they use Griot products to both detail and keep the showroom cars dust free. So, if it's good enough for a $300,000 car, it should be OK for an Airstream (realizing that our aluminum might be somewhat softer than composites).
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01-07-2012, 02:51 PM
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Rivet Master
2010 27' FB Classic
N/A
, Texas
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I haven't used any of the products mentioned in the above posts, so I'll order some small bottles and have it for the next bug smashing trip. Thanks for your responses.
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01-07-2012, 03:40 PM
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Rivet Master 
1966 24' Tradewind
Placerville
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Meguiar's Quick Detailer.
Neil
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01-07-2012, 04:58 PM
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"Cloudsplitter"
2003 25' Classic
Houstatlantavegas
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Join Date: Jun 2007
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Griot's Garage
Quote:
Originally Posted by lewster
I use the Griot's on everything exterior in between wash/wax. great products! |
Quote:
Originally Posted by BAB
I use Griot's speed shine on my cars. My A/S is brand new, and I waxed it with their "Best in Show" wax. Have used their products for years -- excellent quality, great service. I bought a Lambo a few years ago, and the dealer told me that they use Griot products to both detail and keep the showroom cars dust free. So, if it's good enough for a $300,000 car, it should be OK for an Airstream (realizing that our aluminum might be somewhat softer than composites).
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Another vote for anything Griot's....the best products with great customer service. Just ordered the new Carnuba Wax, great expectations!!!
Bob
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01-07-2012, 06:26 PM
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Rivet Master
1988 25' Excella
1987 32' Excella
Knoxville
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I use the Envy waterless polish that is often sold at airstream rallys
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01-07-2012, 09:01 PM
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"Cloudsplitter"
2003 25' Classic
Houstatlantavegas
, Malebolgia
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BTW....I would NEVER WASH an Airstream without water, carwash soap and microfiber mitt. 
Bob
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01-08-2012, 10:17 AM
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Rivet Master
2015 30' Classic
2012 28' International
Greensboro
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....and if you're really careful, you dry it with a 4HP "Master Blaster" which concentrates massive amounts of warm air to blow your car, cycle, A/S dry. Trust me, it works!
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01-08-2012, 11:07 AM
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Rivet Master Commercial Member
1962 19' Globetrotter
1963 19' Globetrotter
1961 19' Globetrotter
Wheat Ridge
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Are you guys afraid that washing with out water will avoid leaks...lol...
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01-08-2012, 11:17 AM
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"Cloudsplitter"
2003 25' Classic
Houstatlantavegas
, Malebolgia
Join Date: Jun 2007
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Quote:
Originally Posted by vinstream
Are you guys afraid that washing with out water will avoid leaks...lol...
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Nope.....
wash |wä sh; wô sh |
verb
1 [ trans. ] clean with water and, typically, soap or detergent : I stripped and washed myself all over.
• [ intrans. ] clean oneself, esp. one's hands and face with soap and water.
cleaning your Airstream following all guidelines listed above.
Bob
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12-16-2018, 10:12 AM
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2009 25' FB International
2018 27' Globetrotter
Tavares
, Florida
Join Date: Mar 2014
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Bill M.
I use the Envy waterless polish that is often sold at airstream rallys
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I know this is an old thread but I am looking for some additional advice on cleaning the AS while traveling.
My AS is dirty after the trip from PA to FL. Not gritty but dirty after driving in hard rain for a day. I don't have an easy means of washing it with detergent and water where I'm located. I have seen others use Envy (or other waterless products) to clean their AS and they look great.
Suggestions or comments appreciated.
Thanks!
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12-16-2018, 12:30 PM
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3 Rivet Member 
2013 25' Flying Cloud
Edisto Island
, South Carolina
Join Date: Dec 2012
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I have had great results with "Wash and Wax All" from Aero Cosmetics and lately a product I like even better: "Optimum No Rinse Wash & Shine". I use them on both the TV and trailer.
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12-17-2018, 11:13 AM
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4 Rivet Member 
2011 30' Classic
Kingwood
, Texas
Join Date: Mar 2007
Posts: 262
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I have good luck with Groit's Spray on Car Wash. Like some of the others, where I store my rig doesn't allow for soap and water wash.
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12-18-2018, 12:00 AM
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2 Rivet Member 
Davis
, California
Join Date: Jan 2016
Posts: 59
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How many towels do you use to wash a trailer using these products?
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12-18-2018, 03:56 AM
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4 Rivet Member
2008 28' International
Happy Valley
, Pennsylvania
Join Date: Aug 2013
Posts: 270
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I used Dri Wash N Guard for 15 years. Easy on, easy off. Great product that beaded water for 6 months.
I have since started using Griot’s, thanks to this site. I believe you will find either one useful.
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