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03-06-2003, 04:21 PM
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4 Rivet Member
Join Date: Feb 2003
Posts: 307
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Clearcoat problems
I am in the process of getting an A/S which has typical clearcoat problems on top. Would it be possible for a non-pro to reapply it, if so how much would it cost?
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03-06-2003, 07:09 PM
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Rivet Master
Airstream Dealer
Corona
, California
Join Date: Feb 2002
Posts: 16,497
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How would you paint just the top?
Plasticoating is not complicated, but, if not done exactly correct, it can and will fail in a few months.
Most owners choose to have a dealer do it, or the Airstream factory.
Andy
inlandrv.com
airstreamparts.com
airstreamcandy.com
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03-07-2003, 09:45 PM
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2 Rivet Member
Join Date: Feb 2003
Posts: 29
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So what would it cost for a dealer to paint a '72 23'Safari?
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03-08-2003, 12:28 PM
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Rivet Master
Airstream Dealer
Corona
, California
Join Date: Feb 2002
Posts: 16,497
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"IF" the trailer does not have silicone sealer all over the place, or other sealers that become rock hard, then a price for a "complete" replasticoat will be in the vicinity of $115.00 per foot. Again, that's a round number, sight unseen.
Metallic silver runs about $160.00 per foot..
Plasticoat lasts 3-4 years with routine waxing. Metallic silver lasts 20 years, with routine waxing. These are averages.
Andy
inlandrv.com
airstreamparts.com
airstreamcandy.com
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03-08-2003, 08:23 PM
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2 Rivet Member
Join Date: Feb 2003
Posts: 29
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Andy, Thanks for your reply. When you say Metallic Silver, I take it as being painted. It seems like a no brainer to go with a 20 yr life oppose to 3-4 yrs.
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03-09-2003, 01:33 PM
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Rivet Master
Airstream Dealer
Corona
, California
Join Date: Feb 2002
Posts: 16,497
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Seon.
You can see a photo of a silver metallic paint job on our web site. http://inlandrv.com
Click on "projects."
Andy
inlandrv.com
airstreamparts.com
airstreamcandy.com
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07-03-2003, 10:09 AM
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New Member
Join Date: Jul 2002
Posts: 4
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So if plasticoat lasts 3-4 years, then i need to spend $144 (factory price) a square foot every four years to keep my trailer nice?
i have an 89 Excella with a few spots of missing plasticoat. I'd like to patch them and, maybe, someday, spring for a full re-coating.
generally, I'm still confused about what to do.
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07-03-2003, 10:35 AM
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Rivet Master
Airstream Dealer
Corona
, California
Join Date: Feb 2002
Posts: 16,497
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mauriceman.
That price is per "running foot" not per square foot.
Andy
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03-31-2004, 08:05 PM
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1 Rivet Member
Join Date: Mar 2004
Posts: 17
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Inland RV Center, In
"IF" the trailer does not have silicone sealer all over the place, or other sealers that become rock hard, then a price for a "complete" replasticoat will be in the vicinity of $115.00 per foot. Again, that's a round number, sight unseen.
Metallic silver runs about $160.00 per foot..
Plasticoat lasts 3-4 years with routine waxing. Metallic silver lasts 20 years, with routine waxing. These are averages.
Andy
inlandrv.com
airstreamparts.com
airstreamcandy.com
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Is the Metallic Silver paint available from your company?
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04-01-2004, 06:59 AM
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Rivet Master
1966 26' Overlander
Woodstock
, Georgia
Join Date: Feb 2002
Posts: 8,525
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Quote:
Originally Posted by mauriceman
So if plasticoat lasts 3-4 years, then i need to spend $144 (factory price) a square foot every four years to keep my trailer nice?
i have an 89 Excella with a few spots of missing plasticoat. I'd like to patch them and, maybe, someday, spring for a full re-coating.
generally, I'm still confused about what to do.
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if there are small areas needing recoating, you can buy the spray plasticoat ( clearcoat) and apply it to those areas. It is possible that the edge of the peeled area will be noticeable, unless you do some prep work. There are posts here concerning that , do a search for those.
Also while you are waiting to do that clearcoat, you might want to use a quality sealant on the rest of the unit, and over the areas you will later clearcoat to stop the progression of the problem. I used Liquid Glass last summer, and it has held u very well over the last 6 months or so. Others use Walbernize, and various polymers or waxes. I can tell on my Motorhome that the clear coat spotting has not enlargened since I sealed those areas with the LG. and the shine was really retained on the whole coach.
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04-01-2004, 08:01 AM
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Rivet Master
2003 25' Safari
Kissimmee
, Florida
Join Date: Nov 2002
Posts: 813
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Keeping your trailer outdoors ruins the clear, the tires, drapes, exterior plastic parts, the sealants... Store the trailer indoors and the finish will last a long time. Inside storage isn't that expensive, if you get creative. Find a farmer with available pole barn space.
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Dan
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04-01-2004, 08:02 AM
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Rivet Master
1966 26' Overlander
Woodstock
, Georgia
Join Date: Feb 2002
Posts: 8,525
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Or put up a vinyl or metal canopy it will sure help.
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