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work your way down, frequently rinsing the rinsing to minimize grit abrasion.
Follow with a final rinse of water.
This process will remove most contamination from the RVs surface. For stub-
born stains such as road tar, use an ammonia based glass cleaner or a small
amount of rubbing alcohol on a damp cloth immediately followed by warm
soapy water and rinse with clean water. This may not dissolve the road tar, but
will loosen tar and bugs stains and remove them from the surface. Do not use
solvent based cleaners on bird droppings or tree sap as these are water-based
stains and will eventually dissolve using an ammonia based glass cleaner, warm
soapy water and a little “elbow grease”. Once again, after removing stubborn
stains immediately rinse with clean water.
Drying the RV is just as important as washing your vehicle as today’s tap water
and well water contain many chemicals that could water stain your RVs finish.
We suggest using a damp natural or synthetic chamois, however, there are
other drying products such as lint free micro-fiber towels that work just as
well.
Follow the simple cautionary measures, and your new finish will give you maxi-
mum gloss and durability.
It is recommended that the caulking and sealant used in external seams and
joints such as window frames, light bezels, beltline and rub-rail molding, etc.,
be checked regularly. If this material has dried out and becomes cracked or
checked, or if a portion has fallen out, it should be replaced with fresh material
to prevent possible rain leaks. Caulking and sealing material is available from
your motorhome dealer and most RV supply stores.
Body Kit
The body kit provided by Airstream is made from state of art high impact plas-
tic. The same material is used in the automotive industry for moldings, bumper
guards, and trim. The kit is made to color specifications and requires no paint
or finish. The cleaning procedures are the same as the painted finish on the
Sprinter body, however there are several automotive plastic care products on
the market for exterior parts that will provide added protection from UV ray
damage, dirt, and stains. Find one you like and use it as often as needed to
help prevent fading.
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