M105/205 combo good for an RV?

[odgaard]

I have an RV coming up and am looking for some good products to use on it. Its is pretty heavily oxidized so need osmething with some kick. I already have this combo so was wondering if this would suffice?

Thanks in advance!

[Murr1525]

Re: M105/205 combo good for an RV?

Do you know if it is painted, gelcoated?

Either way, you can certianly try those products.

[Michael Stoops]

Re: M105/205 combo good for an RV?

Are you working by hand or with a buffer of some sort? Hopefully you'll be doing with a machine (D/A or rotary) because gel coats are much harder than traditional automotive paint, so heavy oxidation can require a fair amount of power to correct. While M105 should possess that power, there is the chance that it may not work as expected on a badly oxidized finish. This is pretty rare, but we have seen cases where a badly dried out surface causes M105 to become difficult to work with. In some cases, when the surface is in really bad shape, an initial application of a pure polish such as M45 can help to alleviate some of that dryness and allow a cleaner or compound to be worked a bit longer.

Certainly you should try M105 since you already have it, just be prepared for the very unlikely event it doesn't play well with this finish. If that should happen, pick up a bottle of M49 Heavy Duty Oxidation Remover from our Marine/RV line and go with that.

[Poki]

Re: M105/205 combo good for an RV?

You probably have the product needed and here is a recent step up I tried that worked great. I was using a G110 with yellow polishing pad. I stepped up to the maroon cutting pad and what a difference!! Like Michael said, gelcoat is really hard stuff.

[odgaard]

Re: M105/205 combo good for an RV?

Do you know if it is painted, gelcoated?

Either way, you can certianly try those products.

Are you working by hand or with a buffer of some sort? Hopefully you'll be doing with a machine (D/A or rotary) because gel coats are much harder than traditional automotive paint, so heavy oxidation can require a fair amount of power to correct. While M105 should possess that power, there is the chance that it may not work as expected on a badly oxidized finish. This is pretty rare, but we have seen cases where a badly dried out surface causes M105 to become difficult to work with. In some cases, when the surface is in really bad shape, an initial application of a pure polish such as M45 can help to alleviate some of that dryness and allow a cleaner or compound to be worked a bit longer.

Certainly you should try M105 since you already have it, just be prepared for the very unlikely event it doesn't play well with this finish. If that should happen, pick up a bottle of M49 Heavy Duty Oxidation Remover from our Marine/RV line and go with that.

You probably have the product needed and here is a recent step up I tried that worked great. I was using a G110 with yellow polishing pad. I stepped up to the maroon cutting pad and what a difference!! Like Michael said, gelcoat is really hard stuff.

Thanks for the responses. Yes I will be using a Makita. I know the roof is very, very chalky and oxidized. The sides aren't quite that bad. He had the decals removed as well and you can tell a difference from where the decals once used to be. The parts where it was covered are in pretty good condition, but the other parts that were exposed look worn out and a bit oxidized.

I will give 105/205 a try and buy some M49 as well. I'm not sure if its gel or clear coat. It seems to have more of a finish like a cars on it. We will see how it goes!

Thanks again for the advice,

Adam O

[Poki]

Re: M105/205 combo good for an RV?

Regarding the roof, here is a suggestion and an easy cure for the chalky finish which is severe oxidation....wash it then sponge on 2 coats of Mop N Glo. Yes, the floor product. This is recommended my Monaco for their fiberglass roof RVs. I tried it and it is much easier than buffing and lasts a lot longer too. My application lasted a year and my motorhome is outside 365 days a year in the southern Cal. sun and heat.

[odgaard]

Re: M105/205 combo good for an RV?

thank u, would u recommend washing the entire RV in this?

[Poki]

Re: M105/205 combo good for an RV?

NO! You don't want to "wash" any of the RV with Mop n Glow. I meant to wash the roof as you normally would. Let it dry and then sponge on 2 thin coats of Mop n Glow. Let the first coat dry befor applying the second. You do not want to do the sides or front/rear caps with Mop n Glow though. Sorry if I confused ya!!