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Q&A with RVillage and the RV Enthusiast Staff
RV Enthusiast technical team joins in this RVillage get together to answer questions and talk about a variety of RV repair, maintenance, and upgrade subjects including adding shelving, water damage repair, holding tank maintenance, and fixing fiberglass damage to a new RV front cap.
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How to remove fiberglass oxidation from your RV exterior
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Your RV's fiberglass exterior can quickly lose its luster, especially if your RV is often parked outdoors in the bright sun. While frequent washing and waxing will help protect it, eventually the fiberglass exterior will oxidize and look dull. In this RV Enthusiast video, we'll show you how we cut thru the weathering and bring back the shine. We'll also share with you the tools and products tha...
How To Connect to Your RV’s LP-gas Supply
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Eliminate the need for those expensive 1# disposable canisters and extra propane tanks to fuel your grill, griddle, or firepit. It's easy to connect to your RV's propane system with some inexpensive hardware and a few tools. Installation takes less than an hour. We show you how in this video. To view the print story, go here: magazine.rventhusiast.com/preview/july-2021/
Severe Weather Safety Tips from National Weather Service Experts
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Joining in this podcast are two severe weather experts from the National Weather Service to talk about how to stay safe when in your RV. Did you know that pine tree limbs can turn into missiles? Lying flat on the ground in a lightning storm is a dangerous old-wives tale that could get you killed. And that your RV may not provide any protection from a lightning strike?
How to install and set up a weight-distributing hitch.
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Getting hands-on with a weight-distributing hitch for the first time can be a little intimidating. In this video, our towing specialist will walk you through the installation and operation of a WD hitch and show you some professional pointers to make it easy.
RV Junkies who can help you get it done. Welcome to RV Enthusiast
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RV Enthusiast is a new how-to publication and community, with the mission of bringing you the best, most accurate, and complete information and advice about taking care of your RV. Written and curated by the most experienced team of RV and automotive experts, we help you quickly find the right answers to your RV maintenance, care, and upgrade questions. Available in a new easy-to-read digital f...
Harvest Host CEO Visits the Dump Station by RV Enthusiast
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Harvest Host CEO Joel Holland visits the Dump Station and chats with Bob Livingston about Bob's ongoing experiences with Harvest Host. Bob is traveling cross-country and overnighted at his first Harvest Host location, Shakespear Ghost Town, in Lordsburg, New Mexico. (PS: "...haven't seen so many stars at night in a long, long time..."
RV Enthusiast reader asks about batteries, sail switch and propane
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This RV Enthusiast reader from northern California asks the pro and cons for 12 vs 6-volt batteries. Also, he hears about sail-switch failure in RV furnaces and how to replace them. Finally, should he consider a fiberglass propane tank (what until you hear this answer).
RV Enthusiast visits Liquid Spring at FMCA
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RV Enthusiasts visits with the staff at Liquid Spring during the FMCA show in Perry, Georga. Liquid Spring is an OE and aftermarket responsive liquid spring suspension system that can turn your Class A motorhome or Class C into the incredibly smooth ride of a diesel pusher. Sports car handling with a luxury car ride is how the company describes it. If you like your coach but not the ride, Liqui...
RV Enthusiast takes a first look at 2021 Ford F-150 Hybrid Truck with Pro Power Onboard Generator
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This new Ford pretty much does it all with more luxury than you can imagine and the cool factor of an onboard generator
It's movie night as RV Enthusiast reviews Nomadland and talks boondocking
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In this DumpStation Podcast, we talk about the movie Nomadland and share our thoughts on Quartzite, Wall Drug, the sugar beet harvest, and the fellowship of RVers. Boondocking comes up as we look for the best ways to live off the grid.
Don't Let the Freeze Stop You from RV Camping
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Getting caught in freezing weather can put your camper to the test. We talk with RV Enthusiast Chris Dougherty (a Certified RV technician, full-timer, and former mobile tech) about how to deal with sub-freezing temperatures.

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  • @steamwipeltd2572
    @steamwipeltd2572 2 місяці тому

    I want to ask you will that work on a trailer that has white chalky lines coming down? Its looks shiny when wet but horrible when dry.

  • @bigguy1403
    @bigguy1403 2 місяці тому

    Wow how long did it take to do the whole rig 6 years?

  • @cnrails
    @cnrails 4 місяці тому

    With compound you should not be using a DA buffer.

  • @Autoshyne79
    @Autoshyne79 4 місяці тому

    As a Detailer 40 yrs I get your trying save money but you are causing a expense mistake I’m not gonna shoot you down but everything your doing from the start is all wrong but you need find real professionals because 800 not allowing your Rv to be done right my clients once a year still looks new exterior you need experience Detailer because that trick give swirl marks or something getting caught up!

  • @williamhansen5498
    @williamhansen5498 4 місяці тому

    Whatever you do disregard all of this video plus I have never seen a professional use a towel a a buffer

  • @ntoxic8edx
    @ntoxic8edx 5 місяців тому

    At that rate you will need 12 bottles of that polish

  • @qafmbr
    @qafmbr 7 місяців тому

    Wow, my fifth wheel has been out in the FL sun for 7 years and my decals are not cracked like that! (Keystone Hideout 308BHDS). Gonna do my first oxidation removal this month. Thanks for the info.

  • @jneal9760
    @jneal9760 8 місяців тому

    -MISINFORMATION!!!Please don’t follow anything from this video. Just leave now, you don’t EVER! compound any finishes the way this person is.

  • @freightpeddler
    @freightpeddler 8 місяців тому

    Is this a red green skit?😂

  • @DiamondDetailingBuzz
    @DiamondDetailingBuzz 9 місяців тому

    That’s not a good way to teach people to buff. You’re speed is too slow and you are using way too much compound also putting way too much pressure because the pad on the buffer is not spinning. A random orbital should still spin and oscillate. And I am a professional detailer I own my own shop and while you’re trying to help which is great but that’s not a good example

  • @klimber666
    @klimber666 9 місяців тому

    Put your tongue back in

  • @robertsmith4184
    @robertsmith4184 Рік тому

    No offense but you're using way to much product you need put it on the buffer then spread it before turning it on

  • @phototec
    @phototec Рік тому

    Great video, however I can't help but notice how much oxidation remover you used it that small area, that tells me you are going to need gallons of the oxidation liquid to do the entire RV...

  • @stevenbutikofer334
    @stevenbutikofer334 Рік тому

    Good deal,but how many micro towels do you need to buy for a 34 ' camper 🤔

  • @elkbow
    @elkbow Рік тому

    8 minutes and you covered 3 Sq ft, imagine you spent a long time.

  • @Jc-he2fi
    @Jc-he2fi Рік тому

    Old man let the pros do it 😂

  • @Barry11997
    @Barry11997 Рік тому

    You don't want anything too corse it wil damage the gell coat 😂😂

  • @ericktapia5698
    @ericktapia5698 Рік тому

    I’m a detailer. I’m specifically RV & commercial vehicle experienced. A rotary, about 1800rpm’s with a wool and heavy compound cuts through the oxidation like crazy. Also sprits a bit of water/detail spray over the decal while you’re going over it with a rotary. I usually will come back with a foam pad with polish, & a 3rd pass with a long throw DA to clean up any rotary trails you may leave behind.

  • @stevebeaulieu2617
    @stevebeaulieu2617 Рік тому

    Did you have any problem when you go over decals ? Cracked, color problem ? Thanks.

  • @roadranger221
    @roadranger221 Рік тому

    iF ITS CALLED ONE STEP WHY ARE YOU APPLYING WAX?

  • @marklucas2591
    @marklucas2591 Рік тому

    I did notice the buffer wasn't spinning.

    • @rikster66jan
      @rikster66jan Рік тому

      I think this more to do with camera frame rates . I saw this on a couple of videos

    • @redsuncarcare
      @redsuncarcare Рік тому

      @@rikster66jan the machine is stalling so bad

  • @robertgolden4436
    @robertgolden4436 Рік тому

    Thank you, your tips were very helpful

  • @Local_Boydidgood
    @Local_Boydidgood Рік тому

    Also, you aren't ever touching fiberglass, only gelcoat. A DA would have to be in one spot for days, running, to do any damage. You should ALWAYS clean your surface before applying any protective coating. This is partially why you need a buff twice a year, the oils from the vokpound are laying between your RV surface and the sealant. Your detailing buddy is an idiot who hates you and so either lied or just didn't know how to really do this work. As an example, while I can do a car, I don't and I'd never say I was an expert but with gelcoat, I'm pretty up there with the history and achievements associated with it.

  • @Local_Boydidgood
    @Local_Boydidgood Рік тому

    The reason your RV fades out and your decals are cracked out is because you're using not only a car polish made for non-porous paint and not spongy gelcoat. It's also 60 year old tech, caranuba, so it breaks down in weeks if not months. It protects nothing but cars in a car show, that's it! Your compounding needs to be done with a rotary buffer to actually remove the oxidation. All you've done is oil up the surface so it looks shiny but I promise you, clean an area and look at it in the sun and you'll be disgusted (18 years of experience) Remove the tag from your microfiber towels or you'll scratch the surface wax when buffing and it looks less than perfect. Your finish should look like a mirror when done compounding and then you clean and apply a wax made for gelcoat like a boat wax.. (see the description in any of my videos for a list of great stuff to use. Try this instead, seriously.. ua-cam.com/video/mh-RPfS9Rpo/v-deo.html ua-cam.com/video/98w5ItWCypo/v-deo.html This is a video of a guy who just watched my videos. Lee

    • @CDTILL1471
      @CDTILL1471 5 місяців тому

      Thanks for saving me the time. Was going to say the same thing. That paint is only soaking up the lube from the polish. Also, slow rotary speeds with too much pressure is only rubbing the surface.

  • @andreewww143
    @andreewww143 Рік тому

    Awesome Vid thanks for the tips. My camper is badly oxidized and in need of this asap. I just ordered all the same equipment, but I got a 100% wool wheel, and meguiars 67 compound recommended in another video I watched. We shall see if it works

  • @scaife5668
    @scaife5668 Рік тому

    🤣🤣🤣🤣 for the love of God please put the buffer in a box and never use it again

    • @sebastiannelson9506
      @sebastiannelson9506 Рік тому

      This video reminds me of the flex seal commercial, "just slap it on, it'll work on anything"! 🤣🤣

  • @kryptkeepre4980
    @kryptkeepre4980 Рік тому

    I've been simonizing for over 20 years and just wow! Using the microfiber cloth with the buffer like is dangerous.

  • @stevemclean5787
    @stevemclean5787 Рік тому

    First of all slow down,! You're not going to burn through anything with a random orbital, dual action polisher. Secondly, spread the compound out then increase the speed of the polisher and move slowly over the surface in a cross hatch pattern. When you've polished a 2x2 area, you will have loaded up the pad with spent polish and oxidation that was removed. This needs to be cleaned off the pad either by compressed air or a towel. Your results will be far better and you'll work smart not hard.

  • @atlpristine1803
    @atlpristine1803 2 роки тому

    please remove the tags from your rags

  • @ourv9603
    @ourv9603 2 роки тому

    You should be using a wool pad. !

  • @chasemckenna4361
    @chasemckenna4361 2 роки тому

    I feel like this is Satire

  • @JF-gz1hh
    @JF-gz1hh 2 роки тому

    I’m no expert… but that’s not correct. Way way way to slow, the polisher needs to spin! Search and watch boat detailers work. Appreciate your effort, but it’s misleading to newbie’s.

  • @Crx018
    @Crx018 2 роки тому

    I use orbital for glazing , rotary to cut

  • @alias2263
    @alias2263 2 роки тому

    Next time read the instructions stay off the decals

  • @jeepmor
    @jeepmor 2 роки тому

    Random orbit models are slow for heavy oxidation removal, suggest a rotary model for speed. I like Mequiars 67 best for oxidation and polish in one step. Lastly, the new spay on ceramics are quickly replacing wax, and they don't leave any residue on your trim like waxes do.

    • @mikefin70
      @mikefin70 Рік тому

      What brand of spray on ceramic would you recommend?

    • @cecks6732
      @cecks6732 Рік тому

      @@mikefin70gaeyon can coat

  • @patrickturner270
    @patrickturner270 2 роки тому

    If you're "professionally" getting it waxed twice a year and still getting a lot of oxidation then you need to go to a different professional or they need to use a different product. Also, just applying a simple UV blocking product monthly like 303 aerospace protectant after waxing will keep the shine and reflection in your gel coat.

    • @FortunateSon
      @FortunateSon 2 роки тому

      Hi, are you saying you can just apply 303 right over the waxed surface? Any pros or cons on that?

    • @patrickturner270
      @patrickturner270 2 роки тому

      @@FortunateSon Yes. Just spray on and wipe off. Do this periodically throughout the year and your wax, polish, or ceramic coat will last even longer. Products like Boat Bling's Hot Sauce also work. I am not aware of any cons. Just don't apply too thick or you may get streaking or leave excess residue.

    • @Local_Boydidgood
      @Local_Boydidgood Рік тому

      @@FortunateSon the new Armor all has the same formula for less money.. Yes.

  • @matthewhassett5137
    @matthewhassett5137 2 роки тому

    Just stick to the retailers your pin more damage than anything good your just hiding the oxidation it will come back in 3weeks maybe

    • @Barry11997
      @Barry11997 Рік тому

      More bad info.

    • @Barry11997
      @Barry11997 Рік тому

      I doubt it will make it a day, that thing is done, needs full restore, da sanding with interface pad 2k grit paper. Then 3 step with a good quality abrasive compound. Or if you really wanna half a$s it poly coat it

  • @antoniskonstantakis5474
    @antoniskonstantakis5474 2 роки тому

    Your D.A isn't even rotating, can't you see that? I know you are trying your best and I'm sorry to tell you this but you are doing everything wrong, you are giving totally wrong and false info on this video .....watch some youtube videos they will help you alot....

  • @ibcrypto6139
    @ibcrypto6139 2 роки тому

    Thanks for Posting! Some suggest Oxidation removal then a Polish and then a Wax for Oxidized RV Fiberglass. I was applying Wax after step one. Can elaborate on the importance of a Polish and then a Wax v.s. just a Wax after removing the Oxidation?

  • @mikemorgan8588
    @mikemorgan8588 2 роки тому

    You need to change your name and logo so that you aren’t in obvious copyright infringement.

  • @mikemorgan8588
    @mikemorgan8588 2 роки тому

    You must have deleted all the other comments. You’re probably ashamed of ripping off someone else’s name and logo. Plagiarism and copyright ripoff’s are really despicable.

  • @unitedmobilervdetailing
    @unitedmobilervdetailing 2 роки тому

    Sir you have given quite a bit of false info on this video!

    • @aboodsgarage
      @aboodsgarage Рік тому

      this is why I always look at all the comments lol so someone can verify the information haha

    • @Local_Boydidgood
      @Local_Boydidgood Рік тому

      Like, he's basically every DIY'r who's watched someone do this and now, thanks to Harbor Freight, thinks he's the expert.. I should be doing a video on dentistry, I've seen it done for years.. 🤔

    • @tundrasr5709
      @tundrasr5709 5 місяців тому

      ​@@Local_BoydidgoodI'd watch that video. 😂

  • @unitedmobilervdetailing
    @unitedmobilervdetailing 2 роки тому

    😂🤣😆

  • @craiggoldstein2461
    @craiggoldstein2461 2 роки тому

    Your running your polisher speed too slow. Also, for random orbitals to be effective there has to be some rotation to the disc in addition to the random motion.

  • @kathleenrutherford733
    @kathleenrutherford733 3 роки тому

    Thank you for showing us how to polish, I bought one and have yet to use it. I appreciate you

    • @JF-gz1hh
      @JF-gz1hh 2 роки тому

      Check out some other videos. Especially boat detailing videos.

  • @ggimlick
    @ggimlick 3 роки тому

    Loved the tip about using the microfiber cloth over the pad. As always Bob, you’re a wealth of information. Love the new magazine and seeing the familiar tech writers again!

  • @casid9929
    @casid9929 3 роки тому

    I have "new" 22 yr old 34' class a. Are you suppose to wet pads? Also read to keep spray bottle with water to keep wetting surface. Don't want to spend $$$ to have it done but want to improve the finish not damage it.

  • @weston6351
    @weston6351 3 роки тому

    👍 Loving the vid!! I recommend using promosm.! ! You could use it to grow your channel!