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04-28-2019, 06:52 PM
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Faded Coach
Hi all, I have a 2001 Bounder that has spent it's whole life in California, so it need some love to get clean and get a little shine. No clue when it was last washed or waxed. I have seen posts about different polishes, but what do I start with? This is my first coach, so want to make sure I don't make it worse than its already is. Thanks
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04-28-2019, 09:08 PM
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Is the gel coat in good shape? If it is not, having a new top coat applied would be best. Buffing out faded and weather-beaten gel coat is somewhat futile IMO.
If it is just painted fiberglass I would first use a 3M medium polishing compound on a small inconspicuous area to determine the results.
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04-28-2019, 11:35 PM
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Depending on how neglected the surface is, polish may work well or not at all.
As Kdog800 said, hopefully the gelcoat is serviceable.
Our '96 coach was weathered, but was a least wash yearly. I spent a few days with Meguiars One Step #67 and Oxidation Remover #49 with a 7" variable speed circular polisher and wool pan.
We first used our orbital polisher from Griots Garage, which we use on our cars and trucks. After a day of use, with a foam pan, we switched to the more appressive circular polisher.
For wax application, we still use the orbital.
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04-29-2019, 10:14 AM
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Hi ! Welcome to IRV2! We're sure glad you joined the gang! 
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04-29-2019, 09:01 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Ray,IN
Is the gel coat in good shape? If it is not, having a new top coat applied would be best. Buffing out faded and weather-beaten gel coat is somewhat futile IMO.
If it is just painted fiberglass I would first use a 3M medium rubbing compound on a small inconspicuous area to determine the results.
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EDIT: I meant to type rubbing compound instead of polishing
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04-29-2019, 09:13 PM
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https://www.meguiars.com/marine/prod...6-16-oz-liquid Start with this and you will also have to use a good quality dual action orbital buffer with a sponge type pad. Griot's makes a very good one. Spend more money on the product and the equipment to get the job done or you will be very frustrated.
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04-30-2019, 11:35 AM
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Were 2001 Bounders a gellcoat gloss exterior or filon?
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04-30-2019, 07:20 PM
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Location: Sacramento CA.
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Check out utube many videos on shining up rv's
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