Question Fiberglass restorer

[Randolph E.]

Hi , I have a 2018 Winnebago Vista 29VE. My paint has a lot of fiberglass oxidation. My question is has anyone tried a product called Poli Glow Fiberglass cleaner and restorer? It claims to do a good job. I have tried other waxes with no good results. Thanks for any advice.

 

[fishslayer]

I use a buffer and fast cut compound to remove oxidation and restore the gloss..follow with a good caramic wax..looks like new

 

[Randolph E.]

I use a buffer and fast cut compound to remove oxidation and restore the gloss..follow with a good caramic wax..looks like new

Thanks for your reply. I tried Mequiar’s Marine/RV One Step Compound M9132. Then I used Mequiar’s Wax. Look better good for a short time, then the oxidation came right back. Did you have any oxidation come back with your method? I am willing to try anything.

 

[fishslayer]

Might be the age of your rv..Mine has looked good for 3 yrs after initial compond...but i do wax once a year..also my compound was aggressive, deep cleaned..and its not stored in the sun..sun is brutal here.

 

[Randolph E.]

Might be the age of your rv..Mine has looked good for 3 yrs after initial compond...but i do wax once a year..also my compound was aggressive, deep cleaned..and its not stored in the sun..sun is brutal here.

I will give this a shot. Thanks

 

[Vint]

After using the compound to remove oxidation, you may need to use some kind of sealant on the fiberglass before using a polish or wax. And, the key with oxidation is you have to keep up with the polishing, at a minimum, yearly, and keep the RV out of the sun if possible. On my motorhome, which I polish yearly, I use either Mequiar's Mirror Finish 21 glaze, pricey, or good old NuFinish, the original polymer finish. Both will last the year between treatments.

If you are not satisfied with the products found at automotive stores, check out boating centers for fiberglass treatment options. In the late 80's, early 90's, I had a boat with a black gunwale, the topside, that sat in the marina waters 5 months a year. I tried every product to fight the oxidation from the sun and water. Finally, I settled on 303 Protectant, a space-age aerosol that has a high UV protection value. Spray on, wipe off a couple of times a year. Great results. I use it on my RV tires, and interior dash, seats, and any vinyl or plastic.

 

[Randolph E.]

After using the compound to remove oxidation, you may need to use some kind of sealant on the fiberglass before using a polish or wax. And, the key with oxidation is you have to keep up with the polishing, at a minimum, yearly, and keep the RV out of the sun if possible. On my motorhome, which I polish yearly, I use either Mequiar's Mirror Finish 21 glaze, pricey, or good old NuFinish, the original polymer finish. Both will last the year between treatments.

If you are not satisfied with the products found at automotive stores, check out boating centers for fiberglass treatment options. In the late 80's, early 90's, I had a boat with a black gunwale, the topside, that sat in the marina waters 5 months a year. I tried every product to fight the oxidation from the sun and water. Finally, I settled on 303 Protectant, a space-age aerosol that has a high UV protection value. Spray on, wipe off a couple of times a year. Great results. I use it on my RV tires, and interior dash, seats, and any vinyl or plastic.

As soon as the weather gets warmer I will working on my MH. Thanks for your reply.

 

[Holdmybeer]

After using the compound to remove oxidation, you may need to use some kind of sealant on the fiberglass before using a polish or wax. And, the key with oxidation is you have to keep up with the polishing, at a minimum, yearly, and keep the RV out of the sun if possible. On my motorhome, which I polish yearly, I use either Mequiar's Mirror Finish 21 glaze, pricey, or good old NuFinish, the original polymer finish. Both will last the year between treatments.

If you are not satisfied with the products found at automotive stores, check out boating centers for fiberglass treatment options. In the late 80's, early 90's, I had a boat with a black gunwale, the topside, that sat in the marina waters 5 months a year. I tried every product to fight the oxidation from the sun and water. Finally, I settled on 303 Protectant, a space-age aerosol that has a high UV protection value. Spray on, wipe off a couple of times a year. Great results. I use it on my RV tires, and interior dash, seats, and any vinyl or plastic.

I use the 303 on my nicer kayaks, never thought about using it on tires and dash, but it makes sense.