I have questions specific to my unit construction on using this to restore the finish. I've looked over this post ZEP/Red Max Pro and it appears it does wonders on older fiberglass units. Mine is aluminum with the exception of the rear fiberglass cap. I am wondering if anyone has applied this to a metal finish and if so how did it hold up? I want to do this to my entire unit and I know the results are in the prep work but I don't want to do this if its going to start peeling in 6mo or so. I'm willing to do maint coats every 3-6mo to keep it fresh if needed. I've attached a picture of my rig for review. Again I appreciate all the help!

I don't know I it can be used on metal painted surfaces.ZEP/RMP did a great job on our 96 Southwind. Try it on your fiberglass rear cap, you will see what I mean.Maybe you could try it on a small part of the metal. like a basement door. I don't think I would use the BKF on the metal surfaces. Let us know if it works on metal.Maybe someone else has a better response.

Nu Finish was highly recommended by a Lazy Days dealer rep for restoring fiberglass. I have used on my cars but have not tried it on fiberglass. The stuff works great and is easy to apply and wipe off. It's available any place that sells auto supplies.

I called the company (Zep) and a rep told me that the product is NOT designed to be used in an outdoor environment on any surface and specifically did not recommend it on fiberglass or metal that would be exposed to the weather. It is for various types of indoor floors that can be "heat" buffed regularly. Then he said, read the bottle for directions for use and they would assume no responsibility for any use not prescribed. I know a lot have used it, but, down the road somewhere, they will probably wish they had not. JMHO!

About 2 years on mine and still looks good. We did a trailer for a friend that was alum. a year ago and it still looks good.

robsouth wrote:I called the company (Zep) and a rep told me that the product is NOT designed to be used in an outdoor environment on any surface and specifically did not recommend it on fiberglass or metal that would be exposed to the weather. It is for various types of indoor floors that can be "heat" buffed regularly. Then he said, read the bottle for directions for use and they would assume no responsibility for any use not prescribed. I know a lot have used it, but, down the road somewhere, they will probably wish they had not. JMHO!Yep, the typical "lawyer speak" used any time someone uses a product in a non-standard application.

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firecopfl
Explorer
Jun 18, 2014
ferndaleflyer wrote:
When I did my coach 3 years ago I did one panel on my race car trailer. It is aluminum painted white---it seems to have held up so far....As for the coach--That stuff is great!!!!!!

Exactly the response I needed! Is there a chance you can post a picture of it? I think I'm going to give it a go when I return from vacation in July. It'll be one of many weekend projects. I've just got to figure if the prep for fiberglass will be the same. I'm wondering if BKF will be too abrasive for the finish.
ferndaleflyer
Explorer III
Jun 18, 2014
When I did my coach 3 years ago I did one panel on my race car trailer. It is aluminum painted white---it seems to have held up so far....As for the coach--That stuff is great!!!!!!
firecopfl
Explorer
Jun 18, 2014
I could care less if it's not designed for what I'll use it for I just need to know if anyone has experience applying it to an aluminum surface and if so was it corrugated or smooth aluminum. I want to make sure it'll adhere to the surface.
Dutch_12078
Explorer II
Jun 18, 2014
robsouth wrote:
I called the company (Zep) and a rep told me that the product is NOT designed to be used in an outdoor environment on any surface and specifically did not recommend it on fiberglass or metal that would be exposed to the weather. It is for various types of indoor floors that can be "heat" buffed regularly. Then he said, read the bottle for directions for use and they would assume no responsibility for any use not prescribed. I know a lot have used it, but, down the road somewhere, they will probably wish they had not. JMHO!

Yep, the typical "lawyer speak" used any time someone uses a product in a non-standard application.
Bird_Freak
Explorer II
Jun 17, 2014
About 2 years on mine and still looks good. We did a trailer for a friend that was alum. a year ago and it still looks good.
robsouth
Explorer II
Jun 17, 2014
I called the company (Zep) and a rep told me that the product is NOT designed to be used in an outdoor environment on any surface and specifically did not recommend it on fiberglass or metal that would be exposed to the weather. It is for various types of indoor floors that can be "heat" buffed regularly. Then he said, read the bottle for directions for use and they would assume no responsibility for any use not prescribed. I know a lot have used it, but, down the road somewhere, they will probably wish they had not. JMHO!
Tom_M1
Explorer
Jun 17, 2014
Nu Finish was highly recommended by a Lazy Days dealer rep for restoring fiberglass. I have used on my cars but have not tried it on fiberglass. The stuff works great and is easy to apply and wipe off. It's available any place that sells auto supplies.
gbopp
Explorer
Jun 17, 2014
I don't know I it can be used on metal painted surfaces.

ZEP/RMP did a great job on our 96 Southwind. Try it on your fiberglass rear cap, you will see what I mean.

Maybe you could try it on a small part of the metal. like a basement door.
I don't think I would use the BKF on the metal surfaces.

Let us know if it works on metal.

Maybe someone else has a better response.

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