We recently ordered a new Keystone Alpine 3010RE at the RV show in Dallas. During the process the dealer suggested a treatment for the interior to help deal with stains and spills (we have two dogs - actually they are house trained). They also offer, as part of a package, a treatment for the outside of the trailer that is supposed to help with cleaning. or preventing, streaks and other cleaning issues. Have any of you had experience with something like this? Is it worth a price tag just north of $1K? The unit hasn't arrived at the dealer yet and they are the ones that would apply these treatments. We still have time to make a final decision.
Any feedback will be appreciated.
Lucky Mike said
06:33 AM Mar 12, 2014
commercial grade Scotch Guard on the interior....polymer Glazing the Exterior
Scotch guard on the interior is great to keep things looking new and keep alot of dirt buildup of furnishings...I use it at home and in the RV over the years.
The Exterior glazing is also worth it.
If they are kept up with they will prolong problems but they are not the miracle cure..or a no maintenance product.
Alie and Jims Carrilite said
09:39 AM Mar 12, 2014
Mike nailed the Scotch Guard on the interior, but we use the 303 Aerospace protectant on the outside.
What the dealer is offering is nothing but a money maker for his pocket, which will be done by a less than half zealous employee.
Any good carwash and wax works for the outside.
lindy said
10:32 AM Mar 12, 2014
Put the 1K in your pocket and do as above suggests. Those and many other "Dealer Ad on" serve only one purpose, Put money in dealers pocket.
-- Edited by lindy on Wednesday 12th of March 2014 10:32:46 AM
TRAILERKING said
11:27 AM Mar 12, 2014
Yes you can do all that stuff yourself..................For a lot less.
I wash and wax mine quite frequently just like it was a Lambo'. Keep it always waxed with a good quality product and it will stay nice for many years. Unless you're parked for months on end down in Arizona baking and burning off paint and decals. There is no wax or treatment in the world going to protect from that.
oldyank said
01:24 PM Mar 12, 2014
Thanks to all of you for the good info. This is what I was hoping for. The experience of those living it is very helpful.
WestWardHo said
05:56 PM Mar 12, 2014
Yes, watch out for the dealer add-ons including extended warranties. You'd do better thru Wholesale Warranties on this site. Ask me how I know.
When we have our 5er washed and waxed in the Verde Valley, AZ the detailer used a "UV" protectant liquid was made in Phoenix. I didn't buy a bottle but wonder your suggestions for best waxes?
We recently ordered a new Keystone Alpine 3010RE at the RV show in Dallas. During the process the dealer suggested a treatment for the interior to help deal with stains and spills (we have two dogs - actually they are house trained). They also offer, as part of a package, a treatment for the outside of the trailer that is supposed to help with cleaning. or preventing, streaks and other cleaning issues. Have any of you had experience with something like this? Is it worth a price tag just north of $1K? The unit hasn't arrived at the dealer yet and they are the ones that would apply these treatments. We still have time to make a final decision.
Any feedback will be appreciated.
Scotch guard on the interior is great to keep things looking new and keep alot of dirt buildup of furnishings...I use it at home and in the RV over the years.
The Exterior glazing is also worth it.
If they are kept up with they will prolong problems but they are not the miracle cure..or a no maintenance product.
What the dealer is offering is nothing but a money maker for his pocket, which will be done by a less than half zealous employee.
Any good carwash and wax works for the outside.
Put the 1K in your pocket and do as above suggests. Those and many other "Dealer Ad on" serve only one purpose, Put money in dealers pocket.
-- Edited by lindy on Wednesday 12th of March 2014 10:32:46 AM
I wash and wax mine quite frequently just like it was a Lambo'. Keep it always waxed with a good quality product and it will stay nice for many years. Unless you're parked for months on end down in Arizona baking and burning off paint and decals. There is no wax or treatment in the world going to protect from that.
Thanks to all of you for the good info. This is what I was hoping for. The experience of those living it is very helpful.
When we have our 5er washed and waxed in the Verde Valley, AZ the detailer used a "UV" protectant liquid was made in Phoenix. I didn't buy a bottle but wonder your suggestions for best waxes?
Sherry
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But now since the labor pool is greatly diminished I have been using the 303 aerospace spray stuff. Seems to be good.