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Old 04-19-2023, 09:05 AM   #1
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RV wash or Detailer Recommendations in AZ

Looking for recommendations for a RV wash place or mobile detailer, that's in the Phoenix metro area.
( I live near Surprise AZ)


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Old 04-19-2023, 09:29 AM   #2
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Looking for recommendations for a RV wash place or mobile detailer, that's in the Phoenix metro area.
( I live near Surprise AZ)


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We use Chi Girl RV detailing. Reasonably priced, but they are usually scheduled out far.
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Old 04-26-2023, 03:23 PM   #3
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I have used Blue Beacon Truck Wash several times. They are a national company and have special rates for RV's. Their website has list of locations. Most are open 24/7.
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Old 04-26-2023, 03:28 PM   #4
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I haves Blue Beacon all over the country, and they are excellent.

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X 3 for Blue Beacon. Make sure they don't use the acid brightener. RainX option is OK.
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Old 04-28-2023, 02:07 PM   #6
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Thanks Mike...

Mike do they use brushes on the Airstream? I'm scared to scratch the grain in the aluminum.
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Thanks, Brad. Can I tell them to do it "touch-less" (no automated brushes and air-dried instead of towels) ?
Thanks for the tips: NO BRIGHTENER - RAINX is OK
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The Blue Beacon nearest me (Tolleson, AZ) is badly reviewed avg score of 3.8 on Google Maps.


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Blue Beacon

Walt,

They always ask me if its okay to brush. Last few times I have allowed it but I dont want the heavy duty acid wash.

My decals are faded, cracked, and in need of replacement. Their brushes have washed most of the red stripe away including the glue so I allowed it for now. Hope to get new decals or maybe even a wrap this summer.

Keep in mind that my Airstream is fiberglass vs aluminum so thats a huge difference.

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Blue Becon for sure...just need to talk with the guys running the drive thru about no acid wash, and use the soft brush's; not the hard ones. Also, I always make sure they know I am around watching them work. Clean in about 10 min is fantastic! We used one off the I-10. Blue Beacon Truck Wash of Casa Grande, AZ twice last year.
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I don’t believe I have ever been at a Blue Beacon, anywhere in the country, where the guy in charge did not introduce himself to me as he walked me in to pay, and said that he would be the person to speak with if I had any questions or concerns.

I have never been displeased with a wash at Blue Beacon, either, tho sometimes I have spent 1 1/2 hours or more waiting my turn.

They do a consistently excellent job, and the coating of RainX helps with bug removal for weeks.

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