buffing exterior

pjtaxi · 02-14-2010, 10:07 PM

Hi: New to board,so hope this isin right area. We are going to look at a class a Dolphin this week. After looking at quite a few this seems to be just right for us. Except for one thing, on the phone the owner confirmed the condition with one problem ,he said the exterior is sun faded, probably sat in AZor Calif. 1997 with only 15000 miles. Can the exterior be buffed with any sucess? Hate to let it go because of this. Any info will be appreciated. Thanks Patrick

Vegasdan · 02-14-2010, 10:22 PM

Get a 7" buffer (I got mine at Harbour Freight), go to an automotive paint store and buy some 3M #5973 rubbing compound. This is what I used on mine after I removed the vinyl graphics. It will bring back the gloss. It won't do anything for the graphics, once they are faded and cracked they are done.

**RV Wizard** · 02-15-2010, 02:57 AM

Patrick, welcome to iRV2.com. We are glad to have you join us here and we look forward to reading of your adventures and experiences. I am sure you will enjoy the website and forums. Good luck with the hunt for the right coach for yourself; there are many to choose from these days. I would recommend you have a qualified technician do an inspection for you before you buy. Also if the coach has been taken care of and maintained by the owner, he should have the maintenance records and be proud to show them to you. Good luck and keep us posted.

paz · 02-15-2010, 05:46 AM

Meguiar's makes an excellent Fiberglass Restoration System that I used on our fiberglass roof. I found the kit at a boat dealer around Foley, AL, but you can also order it online. The kit has an oxidation remover, a polish to bring up the gloss and a wax to preserve the newly-restored finish. The oxidation remover was so efficient I barely needed to use the polish, but if you need to polish, the buffer mentioned above would be good to use.

gasser 38 · 02-15-2010, 06:22 AM

is it painted or gel coat do not usw rubbing compound on Gel coat it will shine but quickly go back to dull and the petroleum in compound will break the seal down on Gel Coat