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Cfoxtrot
05-10-2015, 04:35 PM
She's all waxed up and ready to go!!!
Ok, not really "wax" but a fresh coat of Nu Finish...

I really need to stop working on the camper and get out and do some camping! We still have not had her out for a shake down trip and I'm gettin' antsy!

Still have a few things to do(check brakes and bearings and final hitch set up) then we will be ready to do some dry camping on Memorial Day weekend and put her through the test.

A little hard to tell in the pictures but she is looking nice!

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14george
05-10-2015, 04:47 PM
Looking good washed mine down today going out same weekend for shake down trip

bsmith0404
05-10-2015, 06:55 PM
Looks good. I need to get the ladder and polisher over to the storage unit one of these days and get mine polished up before I expose it to the elements. It's the only time I wish I had a pop-up.

{tpc}
05-11-2015, 06:47 AM
I washed mine down this weekend and used the 303 over the whole thing for the first time. Last year I used nufinish on everything but the decals and 303 on just the decals.

This way was much easier. I applied by hand with a spray bottle and microfiber cloth. Still took me all day and still kicked my butt! LOL :) Decals still look as good as when we picked up the trailer last year. :)

I was unaware about using it on the roof. Seems like a good idea though. Not sure I can get to it until the end of the season though, but the roof looked same as last year as well. :)

Brian T
05-11-2015, 07:21 AM
Looks great! I used the 303 on my as well. Want to wax it but have to build up the energy!

RamRider
05-11-2015, 09:54 AM
we have racked up over 1900 miles on our Bullet since April 1! We may head to the beach this weekend if this rain clears out.

Nice to be retired!

sourdough
05-11-2015, 10:47 AM
Looks good! After all that hard work you've got to get out and use it!

Did mine with 303 (tired me out) the 3rd week of March so we could leave the last week and come to FL. Came to a pretty little park with lots of pretty trees. Unfortunately whatever kind they are drop millions of little dead blooms similar to what we call hula hoops that drop out of our pecan trees in June. The trailer is/was covered in them along with my truck (also freshly detailed). I've swept and blown them off but they leave a dirtly little outline of their bodies all over. Now I guess I'll have to re-do the whole thing when I get home:( I guess the labors of an RV owner never end......:)

{tpc}
05-11-2015, 12:41 PM
Can you use the 303 on the awning as well? I mean if I'm going to do the roof at some point might as well hit the awning up, right?

Cfoxtrot
05-11-2015, 01:12 PM
Speaking of 303, How much does it take to do a camper??? Thinking of giving it a shot next time.

sourdough
05-11-2015, 01:43 PM
I use a spray bottle and re-fill from a gallon container. It takes about a quart (32oz) for the outside (maybe a little less). I have not done the roof yet but will upon our return so don't know how much that will take. I would think that the older, more deteriorated it was the more it would soak up. I buy mine on Amazon.

I have not used the 303 on the awning....yet. I think it would be OK. Someone has probably used it and can respond to your question.

Charby
05-11-2015, 03:18 PM
I also did the 303 treatment and took about 2 hours. I could feel the side of the slide was still slippery from last years treatment. It makes it easier to have the tongue kiss the pavement when doing the front.

gtsum2
05-12-2015, 03:17 AM
How often are you applying the 303? Once, twice a year? From what I hear about it, I believe this is what I will use on my new fuzion

Charby
05-12-2015, 03:25 AM
I only did it once last year but try for twice. I always get the bugs off the front after a trip, and a couple washes if needed.

{tpc}
05-12-2015, 08:31 AM
I also did the 303 treatment and took about 2 hours. I could feel the side of the slide was still slippery from last years treatment. I makes it easier to have the tongue kiss the pavement when doing the front.

I never thought of this! Now if I can remember to lower the tongue for next time!

Cfoxtrot
05-12-2015, 01:22 PM
I also did the 303 treatment and took about 2 hours. I could feel the side of the slide was still slippery from last years treatment. I makes it easier to have the tongue kiss the pavement when doing the front.

I never thought of this! Now if I can remember to lower the tongue for next time!

So simple yet BRILLIANT!!! (tx)

ljp
05-12-2015, 02:05 PM
What is "303?"

Cfoxtrot
05-12-2015, 04:02 PM
http://www.goldeagle.com/product/303-aerospace-protectant

303® Aerospace Protectant™
Matte finish with no oily and greasy residue
Keeps treated surfaces looking new
Prevents fading and cracking
Restores lost color and luster
Powerful UV blockers
Anti-Static, repels smudges, dust, soiling and staining
Easy to use, simply spray on and wipe dry
Safe and effective for vinyl, clear vinyl, gel-coat, fiberglass, carbon fiber, synthetic/natural rubber, plastics and finished leather

wesaysoracing
05-12-2015, 07:22 PM
I use 303 on my awning , it is easier to clean with it on it

JRTJH
05-12-2015, 07:42 PM
Applying 303 to the roof and sidewalls pretty much eliminates black streaks as long as you keep the coating "refreshed" from time to time.

bsmith0404
05-13-2015, 05:08 AM
I makes it easier to have the tongue kiss the pavement when doing the front.

This philosophy works well with 5th wheels as well. I drop the front landing gear as low as it will go and then stand on the tailgate of the truck. With a good stretch I can reach the highest point of the nose.

trackstand
05-13-2015, 08:00 AM
Much cheaper at amazon

http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_ss_i_1_3?url=search-alias%3Dautomotive&field-keywords=303+aerospace+protectant&sprefix=303%2Cautomotive%2C161