OK. I have read and read the posts regarding the use of Red Max Pro and its look alike ZEP. I still have a question. Should I do this to my new 5er to keep it looking new? Or do I just use a regular wax until the oxidation catches up to me? Next, it I do it to my new trailer, where do I start. It sounds like I clean the entire unit with BKF, but I have absolutely no oxidation on it now. Can I just apply the RMP now after some cleaning? What are the necessary preparation steps?
I like the idea of a long term finish, but would hate to mess up my new 5er.
Thanks for all your ideas and suggestions. I love this forum.
Nope. An acylic coating like ZEP or whatever is only an option for recovering a finish that has failed because it is too old, or has not been maintained properly (and they work great for that!). If you take care of the finish from the get go, you should never have to recoat it (or at least not until it qualifies as a classic). Regular applications of a good wax or polish, or a protectorant like 303 should keep things looking good for a long time. Personally, I think fabric covers are a great help, but there are mixed opions on that ....
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I swear by Red Max. Having said that, I wouldn't use it on a new RV. As stated above, it really is a great "bring 'em back to life" product for faded or dull gel coat RVs. Most of my MH (10 years old) was in great condition but some areas became very hard to keep looking well. Red Max took care of the problem.
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Great advise. I just used the ZEP product on the roof of our MH. It was showing signs of oxidation and I just could not keep up with it with wax. The side walls are all well waxed and look like new but the roof was a different story. After using ZEP on the roof I am so happy and content that it is protected and looking new.
cathcartww wrote: Nope. An acylic coating like ZEP or whatever is only an option for recovering a finish that has failed because it is too old, or has not been maintained properly (and they work great for that!). If you take care of the finish from the get go, you should never have to recoat it (or at least not until it qualifies as a classic). Regular applications of a good wax or polish, or a protectorant like 303 should keep things looking good for a long time. Personally, I think fabric covers are a great help, but there are mixed opions on that ....
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