Cleaning roof and exterior of the RPod |
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Marchhall
Groupie Joined: 07 May 2017 Location: Massachusetts Online Status: Offline Posts: 50 |
Topic: Cleaning roof and exterior of the RPod Posted: 22 Aug 2018 at 7:37am |
Camco Black Streak Remover from Walmart, RV supplies aisle. Works great along with a 14' ladder to reach roof. Just spray, rub with long handled brush and rinse off.
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Outdoorsy Marc
2016 Rpod 179 2017 Kia Sorento SXL |
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jato
Senior Member Joined: 23 Feb 2012 Location: Kewadin, MI Online Status: Offline Posts: 3257 |
Posted: 30 May 2018 at 3:53pm |
On our 7+ year old 2011 we have used both Protect All and MeGuiar's Ultimate Wax. Decals show no sign of fading or peeling. I usually apply 2x/year on the decals.
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God's pod
'11 model 177 '17 Ford F-150 4WD 3.5 Ecoboost Jim and Diane by beautiful Torch Lake "...and you will know the Truth and the Truth will set you free." |
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GCRicker
Newbie Joined: 22 May 2018 Location: New Hampshire Online Status: Offline Posts: 33 |
Posted: 30 May 2018 at 3:25pm |
I saw some posts saying that the decals should not be waxed. Is this true? If so, what should I use on the decals to protect them from peeling?
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mcarter
podders Helping podders - pHp Joined: 07 Apr 2016 Location: Greenbrier, TN Online Status: Offline Posts: 3419 |
Posted: 02 May 2018 at 7:30am |
Local Dollar General has LA - Awesome, so next wash I will try. Just have to figure out proper mix - car wash is 50 to 1 and fiberglass is 10 to 1. Once cleaned I will wax.
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Mike Carter
2015 178 " I had the right to remain silent, I just didn't have the ability." |
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Subzilla
Senior Member Joined: 23 Jan 2017 Location: Concord, NC Online Status: Offline Posts: 302 |
Posted: 02 May 2018 at 7:23am |
Absolutely should wax. And you'll find out just how big the Pod is!! Did it last year in its infancy and plan to again as soon as I get a chance. Used Nufinish. Works good but a pain to get off some of the decals.
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Mark
Concord, NC 2017 RP 179 "Podzilla" 2011 Silverado 1500 4X4 |
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rawest50
Senior Member Joined: 07 Mar 2017 Location: Arkansas Online Status: Offline Posts: 440 |
Posted: 01 May 2018 at 5:22pm |
I will try vinegar next time. Thanks.
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2017.5 RPod 179
2017 Jeep Unlimited Wrangler 2017 Chevy Colorado Z71 Off Road Crew Cab 2 Weiner dogs Great wife puts up with my BS ❤️ Thoroughbred Racing. |
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mcarter
podders Helping podders - pHp Joined: 07 Apr 2016 Location: Greenbrier, TN Online Status: Offline Posts: 3419 |
Posted: 01 May 2018 at 7:39am |
That's why I recommended vinegar and not bleach.
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Mike Carter
2015 178 " I had the right to remain silent, I just didn't have the ability." |
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rawest50
Senior Member Joined: 07 Mar 2017 Location: Arkansas Online Status: Offline Posts: 440 |
Posted: 30 Apr 2018 at 9:41pm |
Thanks. Awning is fine. No dirt or mildew. I have tried to keep it clear after each camping trip.
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2017.5 RPod 179
2017 Jeep Unlimited Wrangler 2017 Chevy Colorado Z71 Off Road Crew Cab 2 Weiner dogs Great wife puts up with my BS ❤️ Thoroughbred Racing. |
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StephenH
podders Helping podders - pHp Joined: 29 Nov 2015 Location: Wake Forest, NC Online Status: Offline Posts: 6326 |
Posted: 30 Apr 2018 at 8:46pm |
I just finished. I use Turtle Wax Ice. It has worked well on all my vehicles, to include the R-Pod.
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StephenH
Happy is the man that findeth wisdom,... ouR escaPOD mods Former RPod 179 Current Cherokee Grey Wolf 24 JS |
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Kup-Pod
Senior Member Joined: 08 Jun 2017 Location: Guelph, Ontario Online Status: Offline Posts: 153 |
Posted: 30 Apr 2018 at 8:33pm |
Just a note, a bleach solution will take care of the mould and mildew for sure, but you should avoid using it on your awning. The bleach can damage the awning material, making it stiffer and ultimately can crack easier. If you have to use it to get rid of heavy mould or mildew, make sure you rinse it well to get rid of the bleach.
Also, although those cleaners like awesome may say non-toxic, it doesn't mean they're not strong. If it has to clean, it still has to be aggressive so it can strip some finish (or wax) off. Without the wax or finish, the surface will get dirty easier and not shed the dirt as easily. Has anyone waxed their RPod? is it necessary? and if so, what did you use? Thanks
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2017 RP-178
2021 F150 5.0l "Lead me on a level path" |
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