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36_Paws
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May 15, 2016

Washing class A motorhome

Today is our 45th day as full timers. All is well. I need to wash our motor home. I would rather wash it myself than have it washed. I feel sure there are places I could do this. Any suggestions?
Thanks
  • And with Blue Beacon, if the toad is dirty also, just drive in with it hooked up and they'll wash both of them. We sort of did about 35 miles down a dirt road by Prescott because we missed a turn. Sure needed a wash after that.

    Bill
  • Ditto on using truck wash for on the road service.
    In CA they tend to be more expensive, but in other states it is a good value.
    Than if you DIY, get one of those truck washing brushes and commercial painters pole ,that extends with click lock as those turnable locks become junk sooner than later.
    Pulling my 40' conversion from storage and having garden hose at home took me about 20 minutes to wash it all. Not really detailed, but look good.
    Than on the road I was able to wash front and end using 1/2 bucket of water.
  • I normally wash my coach myself. One day for the front cap and driver's side, next day for the rear cap and passenger's side. After knee replacement this year, I'm not yet sure what to expect but I'm hoping I'll be able to do the same. Meanwhile, last week I stopped at a Blue Beacon Truck Wash. $35 for the wash, $7 to dry it completely and another $5 to do the wheels. I provided the 303 Protectant. They would use ArmorAll for $8. They did a fantastic job. Even with a generous tip, I felt I got my money's worth. This may be in my future....Dennis

  • I have not used water on the coach for years now. I only use Wash Wax All. It takes the same amount of time as washing and puts a wax finish on the coach.
  • Since very few RV parks that we have used prohibit RV washing...I just do it as needed. Due to physical limitations I can no longer wash and dry the whole coach in one setting I tend to break it up into segment so I might take 3 days but what the heck...I'm retired.

    As a backup I also have some waterless cleaners which work very well. The wash all product is good and one from Girots Garage is even better.
  • I wash my TT at campgrounds, more often than when home, and it doesn't matter if the campground has a no-wash policy or not.

    I simply do small areas at a time with a bucket and sponge, and rinse with a sponge and dry with a soft towel. Sure, it may take a few days to go all around the camper, doing it this way in 5-7 foot section at a time. But the pay off is, no one will question you, since you're not dragging out hoses and your not soaking the ground or camp spot.

    Last Summer, we took a week trip, staying at 3 different campgrounds. I was able to wash the camper at home, (all at one time), but spent the entire next week camping, spending about 30 minutes each day, to go over a small portion of the camper, wipe it down with a clean cloth, and then wax that portion. When I got home, the camper looked fabulous.

    If you wash small areas at a time, and do it consistently, you'll never have to pay anyone or hire anyone, or be concerned how you're going to get it clean. It only takes 30 minutes a day or less, but it does take a certain commitment to stick with it.

    Once clean, keep repeating, and you'll never have a dirty camper.
  • Congrats on your 45th. day anniversary. :)

    Check for a DIY car wash. Some of them have uncovered areas for large vehicles.
    If a CG does not allow washing, they may know somewhere in the area you can wash your rig.

    Enjoy your travels.
  • As said, many campgrounds do allow RV washing, occasionally with an extra water usage charge.