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01-29-2019, 10:46 PM
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Member
Join Date: Jun 2013
Location: Raleigh, North Carolina
Trailer: 2016 21
Posts: 84
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Duragloss-542 experience with Escape finish ?
Hi Guys,
Life has gotten in the way of my use of my 2016 21 trailer, but on its reinspection for re-use, I've discovered its gotten a little weathered, mildewed, dirty after sitting in the elements.
My plan to un-mothball/clean it up, is to use this Duragloss-542 for a clean up :
https://www.amazon.com/Duragloss-542.../dp/B00J7KOT5Q
Followed by an application of BTS.
But before I went down that path I thought I'd canvas the group to see if anyone has had any experience using the Duragloss-542 product on their fiberglass trailers, and if so, how it performed.
I'd really like to avoid doing more harm than good.
Appreciate any/all input/pointers.
Thank you.
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01-29-2019, 11:00 PM
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#2
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Senior Member
Join Date: Nov 2015
Location: Baytown, Texas
Trailer: 2017 21' Escape - upgraded version
Posts: 2,697
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Bill_75
Hi Guys,
Life has gotten in the way of my use of my 2016 21 trailer, but on its reinspection for re-use, I've discovered its gotten a little weathered, mildewed, dirty after sitting in the elements.
My plan to un-mothball/clean it up, is to use this Duragloss-542 for a clean up :
https://www.amazon.com/Duragloss-542.../dp/B00J7KOT5Q
Followed by an application of BTS.
But before I went down that path I thought I'd canvas the group to see if anyone has had any experience using the Duragloss-542 product on their fiberglass trailers, and if so, how it performed.
I'd really like to avoid doing more harm than good.
Appreciate any/all input/pointers.
Thank you.
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That stuff is bleach (Sodium hypochlorite) with some soap added. Considering how much aluminum is on your trailer, I wouldn't use it. From ad "Not recommended for highly polished aluminum surfaces" - that's a sign that it etches aluminum.
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01-29-2019, 11:49 PM
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#3
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Member
Join Date: Jun 2013
Location: Raleigh, North Carolina
Trailer: 2016 21
Posts: 84
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Thanks for pointing that out.....we do have the aluminum rims
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01-30-2019, 05:25 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Feb 2018
Location: alpharetta, Georgia
Trailer: 2014 21' Escape
Posts: 494
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Have you tried cleaning what you would call the worst area first with just some standard car wash cleaner? Might not be as bad as it looks, a good wash and wax could do the trick.
Enjoy the journey.
Steve
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01-30-2019, 08:45 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Sep 2016
Location: Bremerton, Washington
Trailer: 2019 5.0 TA
Posts: 1,141
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Bill_75
Hi Guys,
Life has gotten in the way of my use of my 2016 21 trailer, but on its reinspection for re-use, I've discovered its gotten a little weathered, mildewed, dirty after sitting in the elements.
My plan to un-mothball/clean it up, is to use this Duragloss-542 for a clean up :
https://www.amazon.com/Duragloss-542.../dp/B00J7KOT5Q
Followed by an application of BTS.
But before I went down that path I thought I'd canvas the group to see if anyone has had any experience using the Duragloss-542 product on their fiberglass trailers, and if so, how it performed.
I'd really like to avoid doing more harm than good.
Appreciate any/all input/pointers.
Thank you.
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It is a bit more work but worth it as your trailer will look like new when finished.
1. Wash the whole trailer with a good car wash soap.
2. Go to a marine supply store and get finerglass oxide remover. (Like a rubbing compound for cars but made for fiberglass gel oats.) Apply and buff out with a power buffer.
3. Apply a good fiberglass wax and buff out.
This will bring the trailer back to new condition. Then give it a good waxing at least once a year, better twice, spring and fall.
(You might be able to find a boat yard to do the initial restoration work for a price)
Good luck!
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01-30-2019, 11:25 AM
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#6
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Senior Member
Join Date: Oct 2013
Location: Phoenix, Arizona
Trailer: 2015 Escape 19 "Seventy Degrees"
Posts: 3,495
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When I restore old Scamps, after a good washing, I use 3M fiberglass restorer with an orbital polisher. This is followed up by hand application of Meguiars Premium Marine.
Comes out like new.
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04-17-2022, 05:04 PM
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#7
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Senior Member
Join Date: Apr 2014
Location: Olympia wa, Washington
Trailer: 5.0TA 2017
Posts: 2,255
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Arnie I just bought a porter cable what attachments should I get to first buff to remove oxide dep and second to buff out wax I’ve never done it worried I will hurt my finish
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04-17-2022, 05:44 PM
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#8
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Senior Member
Join Date: Oct 2021
Location: Canada's East Coast, New Brunswick
Trailer: 2022 E19
Posts: 385
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Greg A
When I restore old Scamps, after a good washing, I use 3M fiberglass restorer with an orbital polisher. This is followed up by hand application of Meguiars Premium Marine.
Comes out like new.
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Do you use the paste or liquid Meguires?
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04-17-2022, 07:55 PM
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#9
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Senior Member
Join Date: Sep 2013
Location: SLO County, California
Trailer: 2014 Escape 21C 2019 Expedition
Posts: 5,210
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Fox hunt
Arnie I just bought a porter cable what attachments should I get to first buff to remove oxide dep and second to buff out wax I’ve never done it worried I will hurt my finish
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If this is the first time trying to remove any oxidation you are most likely wasting your time with an orbital. After a few years of frustration I finally had a pro do the job and they use a DeWalt rotary polisher with a wool pad- & not just any wool pad. Referred them to my 5.0 TA buddy and it took a bit longer and cost a bit more, yet he is very happy with the outcome. Mine cost $250 & his $500. I had them do it a year earlier,; they quoted $200 & charged $300- and his had never been done- a 2015 model.
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