How to remove ZEP Floor Sealer

[RLGetman]

At first I loved the ZEP floor sealer. Easy to apply & looked great! I was very careful to pre clean my RV with "Bar Keeper's Friend", remove any remaining dust and applied thin coats of ZEP allowing each to dry. The shine was great and has lasted more than a year. I have applied UV protectant multiple times each year.
Recently, the ZEP coating on my end cap and drivers side has begun the crystalize and come off. Looks pretty bad.

What is the best/fastest way to remove the ZEP coating and try another method of revitalization?

I am using a "Cyclo" buffer with their orange cutting pad and a 1000 grit compound called "Renewzit" which also leaves behind a new sealant coat. However, it takes at least two passes to get the surface cleaned off and resealed. Its a lot of work, but seems to be working.

Any ideas on easier/faster removal of the floor sealer?

Thanks!

[Bill___Kate]

I have used it on my boat, not RV, so this info may or may not work ..... I have found you don't have to remove it unless it has discolored - if it still looks clear or white, the new Zep will blend it in perfectly - if it has yellowed, you need to get it all off or it will show through. I have found using a "scotch brite" scrub pad with the stripper takes it off, but the stubborn spots need more elbow grease than a brush can apply .....

[Diesel_Camper]

I'm currently trying to strip my 5er and I'm running into some tough spots. I have tried zep stripper mixed as directed and ammonia/water. I have stripped a lot of the old zep off but still have blotchy patches that I can't seem to get fully off. I'm applying with a car wash brush, letting it sit, then another scrub then rinse. Should I try straight stripper or just go over the blotches with new zep finish?

[larry_barnhart]

I ended up using the stripper full strength. But some damage to the 2001 model's decals at the edges. Not all just some. Poli glow applied as of last summer with 2 more applications last month.

chevman

[B_O__Plenty]

12th Man Fan wrote:
Give simple Green a try.

Tried it. Didn't work, too mild. The Zep stripper I used would probably take the skin off your hands if you aren't careful. You mix 4 parts of stripper with 1 part of water. Strong stuff.

B.O.

[12th_Man_Fan]

Give simple Green a try.

[B_O__Plenty]

I finally used a lot of scrubbing and Zep floor wax stripper. A couple washings and most of it came off. Looked awful. Brought it in and had it primed, base coat and clear coat paint. $1,050.00 to do just the rear cap. Now it looks like it always should have, better than new!

B.O.

[Ed9824v]

I did mine about 2.5 years ago and sits in the hot desert sun, and it finally peeled. I removed it recently with ZEP Wax remover and redid it looks great. this is an older trailer that looks great when done. If it is newer and just a bit tired I might just wax and polish.

[SteveM1990]

I was thinking of doing the ZEP Floor Polish on my 1990 Class C. I've read the procedure and it looked like it would be a nice way to revitalize the dull fiberglass.

Reading this thread is giving me second thoughts.

I've used the Mr. Clean Magic Eraser worked great on the door and trim, now I just need to find something to re-seal it.

Steve

[Charlie_D_]

Use the ZEP stripper at Home Depot. Acetone is cheap but evaporates quickly. The ZEP not so much and will last longer so I think the stripper cost would be a wash

[mikeleblanc413]

I with the posters on this one! Looks good in the beginning, but I can't believe how much Winnie has yellowed. It's much more noticeable in the light colors. How about acetone to remove ZEP?

[larry_barnhart]

I did our alpenlite 4 years ago with the red max pro after doing a extended job to removed any wax that I applied since 2001. The front and back cap are still good but after the sides started to flake off as we hit the road for the winter one year ago I removed the red max and applied poli glo. I used the zep stripper. Not an easy job but you learn what doesn't work very quickly like cool days with no sun, do small areas and look and look in different times of the days or early evening to see the small areas that need more work.

The stripper was made for a flat surface to sit not run off.

I decided waxing sucks and happy with what I have done for a 14 year old awesome fifthwheel.

chevman

[Bill___Kate]

I have been using Zep in my boat, and after a couple of years it starts to yellow. The Zep stripper works pretty good ......

[B_O__Plenty]

I have the same problem. It just didn't hold up and now it looks worse than when I started. I want to strip it off and have it painted. This is the only real solution. I have already had the front cap done and should have done the rear cap at the same time. No more "Band Aids" for me...

B.O.

[robsouth]

According to the manufacturer, ZEP floor wax was never intended for outdoor use. I suggest you remove it all and apply an appropriate cleaner-wax disigned to do what you set out to do in the first place.