oxidizing

[dutchev]

we have a 2017 montana. i was told by the rv waxing person that off white color is the hardest to
to work with. he said he needed to compound it the polish and wax it. then wash and wax it every 6 months to keep it up. 1,100 for this. what are your thoughts?

[letscamp12]

Off-white can be tricky to maintain, and it makes sense that it requires more work to keep it looking good. The price of $1,100 sounds steep, but if it includes compounding, polishing, and regular maintenance, it could be worth it to protect your investment. 

[CarnationSailor]

I am faced with the same problem.

6 years in the NW, uncovered, having it washed and waxed every 6 months, and the finish was like new.

3 winters in the SoCal sun, uncovered, having it washed and waxed every 6 months, and the finish is seriously oxidized (and graphics are starting to crack.).

I tried a variety of oxidation removal "kits" (on a small test area) and the results were hit or miss. Not safisfactory by any means. Then I tried Turtle Wax "Premium Rubbing Compound". It does a good job; however, doing it by hand takes me an hour to do about 6 square feet. (I'm no good with a buffer.) Since this is way more work than I want to put forth, I'm going to have it done by a mobile detailer, and I expect to pay at least $1100. (The guy I may hire is going to do a sample area, and then I can decide if it's worth the cost. (As I get older, 77 now, I'm more willing to open my wallet and pay someone else to do the work!) If it turns out good, I may start covering it over the winter since I expect the SoCal sun will oxidize it again in short order.

[joelc]

We have a 2012 Carriage Cameo.  We try to wash it every 6 months, min.  First I do the roof with Dawn and Murphy Wood Cleaner, the on the sides I use Meguiar's Ultimate Wash and Wax.  Then after that I go around the RV and spray all the seals with silicone lubricant(inside and outside seals).  Then I check the integrety of the sealer to be sure there are no potential leaks.  If you have "chalking" I don't know if you are beyond help, but you can check on line or at a automotive store to see if there is a product that helps with the chalking and also cleans and waxes.

Good Luck