Thread: Gel coat luster
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Old 09-11-2022, 08:05 PM   #10
Mikelff
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Originally Posted by c214dick View Post
Due to health reasons I have been neglecting the exterior of my 2016 Montana.
Feeling much better I washed it over the last two days and was happy with the results.
One thing I did notice was a lack of the original luster on the gel coat. I have found a number of products, available, claiming the same outcome, all good.
What have you found that worked for you. I do not have a buffer and would be doing small sections by hand.
Thx
Use the 303 Marine/Vinyl cleaner/protectant for your decals. (Amazon) Does a great job and they look new when you are done. I use a Marine polish for my fiberglass, then use a polymer wax/Polish like Nu Finish (orange bottle) after that. They can’t call it a wax, and it’s not really a polish, its a polymer. Do not use this on your decals. I did once without damage but they say not to. I like this for the long lasting durability. I also use the McGuires car wash soap with the wax in it. Also a great product. As others have suggested, get a good quality polisher. Good money spent. Don’t cheap out. Don’t need top of the line but get something decent. I’m 70 and wouldn’t even consider trying to polish/ wax my RV by hand. You will regret it. Remember to wipe polish off while still wet. When applying wax or Nu Finish, remember a THIN coat is what you want, and I mean thin. The surface can only hold so much product. Most people waste their wax by applying to much, which makes it harder to remove. Hope this helps.
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