What to use on my trailer

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Hi. My first post and I know very little about all the products out there.
I've used, and been happy with, Zaino for many, many years and haven't really had a need to look at other products.

That said, I'm looking for something to use on my Pace 24' enclosed white car trailer. While I'm not necessarily interested the best shine, I am very interested in protecting the finish, long lasting, easy application/removal and a slick surface to help make cleaning/washing easier. I "think" I'd also like to apply with my Porter Cable orbital polisher, unless someone can tell me a better way.

Can anyone make some recommendations?

Many thanks!
Skip
San Antonio, TX
 
I really like to use Rejex. I usually get up to 6 months protection out of it.
 
consider Duragloss,501,105 then top that with coli845 and you,ll get many months of protection.

the plus side are that they are very inexpensive!
 
I to have used Zaino on my Truck for the last 13 years and searched for something to use on my 32' fifth wheel. I used quite a few products and could not get past the 2-3 month range. I finally tried DG 601/105/501 with stunning results. The 601/105 is going on 7 months now and just starting to oxidze the Filon fiberglass. By far the longest lasting I have found so far. I also used DG's Aquawax on it once in all that time. The sealant beads and sheds water like crazy and using DG's no rinse with the Aqua Wax that is built in adds sealant when washed. I also use the DG no rinse mixed as a qd which also helps to keep it clean and makes bug removal on the front cap very easy as it leaves a super slick finish. The big decision on my part is if I want to do my truck with DG now as the Zaino has been the only sealant that has been used and done an outstanding job on the finish.

Dave
 
dsigmon said:
What is the condition of the paint?
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The paint condition is very good for a trailer. I'm guessing most on this site would consider it just OK. It's certainly not bad enough for me to want to spend any real time cleaning/polishing it.

I think the picture might give you an idea. Note, that's after a trip from San Antonio to Denver and back, through a lot of rain, as well as two additional race weekends. i.e. it's filthy. :)
 
davidc said:
I to have used Zaino on my Truck for the last 13 years and searched for something to use on my 32' fifth wheel. I used quite a few products and could not get past the 2-3 month range. I finally tried DG 601/105/501 with stunning results. The 601/105 is going on 7 months now and just starting to oxidze the Filon fiberglass. By far the longest lasting I have found so far. I also used DG's Aquawax on it once in all that time. The sealant beads and sheds water like crazy and using DG's no rinse with the Aqua Wax that is built in adds sealant when washed. I also use the DG no rinse mixed as a qd which also helps to keep it clean and makes bug removal on the front cap very easy as it leaves a super slick finish. The big decision on my part is if I want to do my truck with DG now as the Zaino has been the only sealant that has been used and done an outstanding job on the finish.

Dave
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Dave- You piqued my interest... What's "DG no rinse mixed as a qd"?

Thanks to all!!
 
Not much paint on these trailers so be careful. Its going to depend on if there are any contaminants on the paint. If it wont pass the baggie test then DG501 & Collinite 845 is the way to go in my opinion. My trailer didnt have anything on the paint being built to order so I just gave it a good wash and hit it with Collinite 845 and we shall see how long it holds up. Seems much more reflective and the rain just sheets right off. If you have any black streaks down the side shoot me a PM and I will help you out with an easy remedy.
Jack
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Jack- No black streaks.
What's the baggie test?

Thanks!
 
I am just now learning a whole new way to bring back and to keep the shine on fiber glass Motor Homes, trailers, etc. I have read over all 500+ posts. These are all RV'ers. They all own their own rigs and some have used this process for 2-3 years. For these kinds of rigs, this seems to be a game-changer.
Here is the link: Red Max Pro #3 Question - iRV2 Forums
Read through all 500 posts before making a judgment and take good notes.
 
4AudiQ said:
I am just now learning a whole new way to bring back and to keep the shine on fiber glass Motor Homes, trailers, etc. I have read over all 500+ posts. These are all RV'ers. They all own their own rigs and some have used this process for 2-3 years. For these kinds of rigs, this seems to be a game-changer.
Here is the link: Red Max Pro #3 Question - iRV2 Forums
Read through all 500 posts before making a judgment and take good notes.
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I'm for sure trying this!!!!



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4AudiQ said:
I am just now learning a whole new way to bring back and to keep the shine on fiber glass Motor Homes, trailers, etc. I have read over all 500+ posts. These are all RV'ers. They all own their own rigs and some have used this process for 2-3 years. For these kinds of rigs, this seems to be a game-changer.
Here is the link: Red Max Pro #3 Question - iRV2 Forums
Read through all 500 posts before making a judgment and take good notes.
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Yeah, I have read about this quite a few times in the last year or so. I can't get past the floor coating tho. What do you do when it starts flaking and peeling ?. It was designed as a floor coating not for something going down the road,ocean,river,lake etc. The verdict is still out on this and I do not know if anyone that used it and it started flaking will admit to it.

Dave
 
OK, here is a bit of advice. If you value the finish on your RV absolutely stay away from this.

This is what I have done for a living for 25 yrs now. I own a commercial floor care business. We clean carpets, strip & wax tile floors, clean tile & grout etc. for commercial businesses.

This is floor finish they are using on the Filon of their RV. Is it durable? You bet. It's made to withstand walking traffic in busy retail stores - much more durable than auto finishes.

So what's the problem? All sealants whether floor or auto are made of synthetic polymers (I'm not talking about natural wax products used on cars). As these polymers age they soften. When they soften they wear away. That's why you have to re-apply your LSP every few months.

The reason these RV guys are applying multiple coats of this stuff on their RV's is because that is what the label on the can tells them & its necessary to get a good shine. That of course applies to FLOORS. And that is the real down fall to using this product on your RV. To get a good shine requires multiple coats.

The problem starts as the product ages, remember it will soften with age. As it softens it will start to attract dirt, just like the dirt you've seen in floor wax at the retail store. The dirt won't be as bad as the store floors because you won't be walking on it. But most of you here know the reason you clay your vehicle. The same principle applies here. Contaminates get in your paint or LSP because your LSP is softening. Ever lit a candle & accidentally dropped it? Because the heat softened it, it picks up every speck of dust & dirt on the floor.

Let me tell you, Dawn nor any other product sold here at AG or any other detail supply store will remove this stuff. We use floor strippers that have a PH of 13 & they have a difficult time removing the sealant. We also have to let this strong stripper dwell on the floor for 10 min or longer then use a heavy floor machine with a VERY abrasive pad to get it all off.

Also keep in mind that this stripper has to dwell on a HORIZONTAL floor for 10 min to really do its job. How's that going to work on the vertical walls on your RV?

These floor finishes are not made for UV resistance. They are made to be used inside, so you will have to remove them at some point in the future when they get dirty enough. They will get dirty & it will be extremely difficult to remove. If you don’t remove them completely you will have a spotty appearance left on your RV.

What will that stripper at a PH of 13 do to your RV paint. Heck some of the RV approved products sold at camping world will take some of your paint off if mixed too strong.
 
^ post makes sense, I guess if you want it to last, apply opti coat


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