HELP...BLACK STREAKS

[kickincamper]

We have a 30' 5th wheel that is way too big for us to scrub with our health issues. I know there are many cleaners out there, but we don't want to remove the paint or finish either. Is there anything "safe" we can use to even help out with those ugly marks? I am wondering about a decent brand of wash and wax and using a long handled scrub brush?:h

[phenrichs]

I use Armor All wash&wax. I just dilute it in a big bucket of water, dip a push broom in it and wash. No black streaks remain. Easy. I can wash my 38 footer in about 20-30 minutes depending on how meticulous I get.

[kickincamper]

Thanks everyone for your suggestions. I appreciate your input.:C

[kickincamper]

ata3001 wrote:

kickincamper wrote:

ata3001 wrote:
I use Tilex bath cleaner. Doesn't harm vinyl & doesn't harm the finish on the camper, yet removes the black streaks. Tries many other ones that other recommend ie...Awesome, Martin's RV cleaner etc.... & they all seemed to leave a dull sheen that I just couldn't remove.

Can I ask how long you have used this product?

Couple of years. Have you had issues with it?

No, it sounds like a good product to use and I was just wondering how long you have used it. Sounds gentle enough because of its intended use. Thanks for responding!

[deleted-2]

The dreaded black streak is hells gift to the RV owner.

Learned after ruining the decorative striping on a previous trailer to do the spot and rinse immediately method.
I try my best to stay away from any graphics on the coach with cleaners.

[Bob___Ann]

Thetford makes a great RV black steak spray. I used it for years on out fifth wheel and TT. It works great as you lightly spray it on and then just go over it with your wash brush and a auto soap/wax. You don'y even have to scrub it as the streaks wash right off. You can buy it at Camping World. I have not checked Walmart.

[ata3001]

kickincamper wrote:

ata3001 wrote:
I use Tilex bath cleaner. Doesn't harm vinyl & doesn't harm the finish on the camper, yet removes the black streaks. Tries many other ones that other recommend ie...Awesome, Martin's RV cleaner etc.... & they all seemed to leave a dull sheen that I just couldn't remove.

Can I ask how long you have used this product?

Couple of years. Have you had issues with it?

[ScottG]

I've found that the orange cleaners do a good job but also just using an automotive cleaner/wax not only removes them but makes it easier to clean them off next time.

[SteveB]

I picked up a gallon of Black Streak Cleaner from Camping World (in NH) a couple of years ago. I used it for the first time this spring (I'm slow) and it worked great. I think it is really just Fantastik or 409 but all the same it got the stubborn stains off.

[Dick_B]

For previous posts on this subject search this Forum for `black streaks'

[donn0128]

ProtectAll does a decent job of removing the black streaks and leaves a nice shine when your done.

[Terryallan]

kickincamper wrote:
We have a 30' 5th wheel that is way too big for us to scrub with our health issues. I know there are many cleaners out there, but we don't want to remove the paint or finish either. Is there anything "safe" we can use to even help out with those ugly marks? I am wondering about a decent brand of wash and wax and using a long handled scrub brush?:h

Couple things. First. You should invest in the extended gutters, and down spouts. They really help, as they keep water from running down the side from the roof.
Also. IF you can't wax it. You can have it professionally done. Only really needs it once a year, and it makes it easier to wash the black streaks , and bugs off.

[cpaulsen]

I have always used Awesome Orange. On aluminum and fiberglass 5th wheels. Start off always diluted and worked up in strength of the product. Never left a dull finish and always waxed afterwards. Keep the roof clean and use gutter extensions and the black streaks go away.

[kickincamper]

ata3001 wrote:
I use Tilex bath cleaner. Doesn't harm vinyl & doesn't harm the finish on the camper, yet removes the black streaks. Tries many other ones that other recommend ie...Awesome, Martin's RV cleaner etc.... & they all seemed to leave a dull sheen that I just couldn't remove.

Can I ask how long you have used this product?

[ata3001]

I use Tilex bath cleaner. Doesn't harm vinyl & doesn't harm the finish on the camper, yet removes the black streaks. Tries many other ones that other recommend ie...Awesome, Martin's RV cleaner etc.... & they all seemed to leave a dull sheen that I just couldn't remove.