How to fix Cracked & Faded RV graphics. Easy DIY job

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  • @tonyfisher4113
    @tonyfisher4113 Рік тому +43

    I still cant believe he is gone. I truly hope his videos will live on he is still helping so many of us RVers

    • @RVstreet
      @RVstreet  Рік тому +8

      I still can't believe he is gone either 💔😥

    • @ron7447
      @ron7447 Рік тому +2

      Did Martin pass? How did I miss this news? 😢

    • @Mattlawton-ft6ew
      @Mattlawton-ft6ew 8 місяців тому

      ​@@RVstreetjust came across this how very sad he's died and 😪 rip

    • @jessib213
      @jessib213 4 місяці тому +1

      😢 omg so sad. Im new to rv and just found his channel rip buddy. Ty for still helping us ❤

  • @Pinger932
    @Pinger932 4 місяці тому +9

    I just start watching his videos, he is so clear and easy to follow. I am so sorry to hear of his passing 😢. My condolences to his family. He will truly be missed on this UA-cam channel.

    • @RVstreet
      @RVstreet  4 місяці тому +1

      I miss him everyday. Thank you for reaching out to me.

  • @Redpilled19
    @Redpilled19 Рік тому +7

    Our angel, Martin, continues to instruct and guide us.

  • @marcykane9715
    @marcykane9715 3 роки тому +33

    Wow, I love this guy. My husband and I are in the middle of re-doing all the decals on our 2005 HitchHiker 5th wheel. After getting several 'not in our price range' quotes, we found this video and decided to do them ourselves. The instructions were excellent and we haven't run into any issues. Thank you so very much.

  • @kmr9061
    @kmr9061 4 роки тому +25

    You are a wonderful educator. Very clear instructions, comprehensive directions, and outstanding demonstration! Thank you!!

  • @stephencrandellsr4915
    @stephencrandellsr4915 4 роки тому +9

    As a bodyman and painter you did a great job and demo
    The only suggestion is to let paint cure for about 10 to 30 days before sealing or waxing this gives sufficient time for all the solvents to evaporate out 100%
    Keep up the good work

    • @RVstreet
      @RVstreet  4 роки тому +2

      Well Stephen I totally agree. BUT.....there's always a but right...?
      We only had a 7 day stay at that park and I had to "get er done".

    • @stephencrandellsr4915
      @stephencrandellsr4915 4 роки тому +1

      @@RVstreet Totally understand

  • @johncampbell4923
    @johncampbell4923 4 роки тому +12

    Prep is the key to a good paint job as you have proven here. One tip on rattle cans, warm paint sprays smoother (better atomization of the paint). When I rattle can, I will stand the can up in a bucket of warm water, about 3/4 of the way up the can for a minute or 2, dry the can thoroughly, shake well. Makes a world of difference, virtually eliminating the dreaded orange peel.

    • @RVstreet
      @RVstreet  4 роки тому

      Absolutely. I didn't mention it in the video but I did set the cans out in the sun for a couple of hours before I sprayed for that exact reason. thx John 😜

    • @zacharycofer5929
      @zacharycofer5929 8 місяців тому +1

      Orange peel is going to happen no matter what if you put on several coats of paint especially heavy coats. The key is after you get all your clear coats done and let dry for a few days you go an wet sand the whole car an then take a buffer and hit it with some polishing compound and it will look deep an like glass

  • @davidlatullip88
    @davidlatullip88 4 роки тому +55

    Great UA-camr! I watch a lot of videos on UA-cam and this guy is a perfect example of a do it yourself educator! Great job man and thank you!

    • @RVstreet
      @RVstreet  4 роки тому +2

      Thank you so much David. Got some more coming up very soon.

    • @jcrefasi1
      @jcrefasi1 4 роки тому +7

      @@RVstreet worked with my fiance for 7 yrs in his auto body shop. Your example of taping curves was spot on. The way you handled that "rattle can" makes me think you have used a air spray gun a time or two. Excellent tutorial in my humble opinion

    • @ruthwilliams8851
      @ruthwilliams8851 2 роки тому +1

      I agree! I started subscribing to him after watching the first time. He explained things so well!

  • @baw4132
    @baw4132 4 роки тому +1

    Practical knowledge, practical application. Not looking for 100% but when you are as methodical and attention to detail as he is, your outcome boarders on near perfection. Great application my friend. Nice job

    • @RVstreet
      @RVstreet  4 роки тому

      Thank you so much. 💕

  • @TheFalcro1234
    @TheFalcro1234 4 роки тому +14

    Great job on the instructional part of the presentation. Great results too the finished product looks amazing. I am a "hobby" painter myself but my grandfather was a paint specialist. He started his training apprenticing in about 1915 doing hand brushed laquer paint on Horse drawn carriges, then transitioned into automotive paint and body work as his career progressed. He always told me that 95% of a great paint job is in the prep. He always wanted to teach me how to paint but all I wanted to do was make things go fast. However I did mange to learn a litle bit and most of that was learning the prep. My paint looks decent because of that prep work. Thank you for doing this!

  • @abbiebeast
    @abbiebeast 3 роки тому +6

    Thak you Thank you Thank you - your stuff is GREATE! I'm an electrical engineer for 30+ years and love to airbrush - but a newbe to the RV world your videos are TOP NOTCH!!

  • @stevenparkin6486
    @stevenparkin6486 4 роки тому +19

    Well done. Right amount of detail; no key detail was missed yet no filler talk. Also, I like your target goal to be "good but not perfect", which fits my projects too. - Steve, Utah USA

    • @billbarrett582
      @billbarrett582 3 роки тому

      "Far from good, but good from a far" 😊😉🤫

    • @galvanizedgnome
      @galvanizedgnome 2 роки тому

      Where is Steve, Utah. Is that in the south east?

  • @dannoname9025
    @dannoname9025 4 роки тому +9

    Right amount of detail and no filler talk, perfect!

  • @my2sons8791
    @my2sons8791 3 роки тому +9

    Excellent video and fantastic results using off the shelf consumer products. Just one piece of advice to add - I would use a cleaner/degreaser or denatured alcohol to wipe down the area to be repaired BEFORE you begin sanding. This will remove any waxes, polishes or other potential contaminants that can interfere with the new paint being used.

  • @louisschummer931
    @louisschummer931 2 місяці тому

    Wish I'd seen this 2 years ago. Excellent instructions. Sorry to hear of his passing. Great that his knowledge and spirit lives on.

  • @jerseytorres4454
    @jerseytorres4454 4 роки тому +1

    i want to compliment you . I have been looking for ways to fix my graphics , on a budget, and you have nailed it! I have a 1991 sunbus and its not really allowed in some parks due to its age, but after i do this how youve done it i dont see it being a problem anymore.. Thank you so much for this video. WELL DONE bravo!

  • @MrMakintime
    @MrMakintime Рік тому +1

    He brings me back to gettin stuff done, he makes me feel like i should get up and knock it out. i love it

  • @debbieweiers3845
    @debbieweiers3845 4 роки тому +24

    It looks so good when it's finished, you did a great job and are a very patient person. Also I thought you explained the whole process so well :)

  • @matthewmills6452
    @matthewmills6452 4 роки тому +12

    This is great. You're an RV rockstar. I haven't done this yet with mine, but it is exactly what I planned to do.

  • @marshaadams5501
    @marshaadams5501 4 роки тому +7

    Absolutely fantastic! Our previous coach had graphics and I hated them. Full body paint was a requirement for our new coach and I plan on keeping it nice by following your instructions and using the Rejex and the wash. I even got the canon sprayer! Your coach looks awesome! Great job!

  • @johnf.6942
    @johnf.6942 2 роки тому +2

    Great work ! You provided clear detailed instructions on how to do it, and I’m sure that saved tons of money by not taking it to a dealership.

    • @RVstreet
      @RVstreet  2 роки тому

      A dealer wouldn't even touch this kind of job.
      thx John

  • @CLTGeek
    @CLTGeek 3 роки тому +34

    FYI: That damp cloth activates the stuff in the green tape that gives you a clean painted edge. I don't know if you did that intentionally but folks should do that intentionally as it gives a crisper edge to the paint when you use the green tape.

    • @jacknimble1
      @jacknimble1 2 роки тому +4

      You are thinking about frog tape. The stuff he used is not activated by anything.

  • @marceldubuc3264
    @marceldubuc3264 4 роки тому +3

    You just save my life, I didn’t know what to do with my graphic. Your explanation are clear if I failed it will be my fault. Thanks

  • @ruthwilliams8851
    @ruthwilliams8851 2 роки тому +1

    This was great! New owner of a worn out 2006 Cougar with no idea of what to do on the outside. I can do this!!

  • @genethomsen9459
    @genethomsen9459 3 роки тому +2

    Thank you for this video....there a couple things I have learned over the years...1st....you can pull the tape just after painting....when the paint is wet it will not peel the edge...2nd always pull your tape at about a 45° angle away from the painted edge. Give these a try practicing on something...I would be interested in hearing how this works for you.
    I hope this didn't sound like a critique of your work. I really enjoy your videos & have learned a lot from them. I am a newbie & have a lot to learn & you have helped me greatly.
    Hope to see you on the road when this pandemic is over & I am able to finally get moving.

  • @tomfrancissr.1654
    @tomfrancissr.1654 4 роки тому +3

    Very nice! Your step by step presentation was better than the guys who do this for a living. One input for newbies, if you want a perfect match on the paint, there are places that will custom match colors to your needs. A little more cost, but a very close match.

  • @randymiller1604
    @randymiller1604 3 роки тому +6

    Nice job I didn’t know those cracks could be repaired I thought I would have to replace all my graphics I’m going to do exactly what you did I know it’s gonna work thanks for the great information happy camping

  • @watchwomenaustralia7552
    @watchwomenaustralia7552 2 роки тому +1

    Cheers from Down Under .... You did such a professional Job and gave me confidence to tackle this now ... Thank you so much

  • @craigshannon5687
    @craigshannon5687 2 роки тому +1

    Exactly process we want to complete on a few of our cracked & faded decals on our 2016 trailer. Thank you so much , I am now confident with following your exact detailed instructions our graphics will look great. All I can say is Wow & thanks so much, amazing perfection on your instructions.

  • @ronniegarmon5760
    @ronniegarmon5760 4 роки тому +1

    Great job for rattle cans. Looks like factory new. You are right in saying prep is everything.

  • @enjoyingretirement4846
    @enjoyingretirement4846 4 роки тому +2

    Great alternative idea to solving a issue all RV owners with vinyl will have.

  • @melissae1034
    @melissae1034 Рік тому +1

    Fantastic! I actually believe I could do this now. Thanks so much for the effort it took to film and demonstrate!

  • @ollieandson
    @ollieandson 3 роки тому +1

    Thanks for sharing, you are excellent instructor and very patient on taking your patience time and not rushing through the process.

  • @stevenw1005
    @stevenw1005 4 роки тому +15

    Hello, I just came across your video regarding painting the graphics. This is an idea I haven't thought of and doesn't look very difficult. You make it look so easy. You were very attentive to the details and that is how you got the result you got. Last week I replaced the factory logos on our travel trailer and then noticed the curved stripes on one side were cracked such as yours. I may be taking on this project. The stripes on one side are in really great shape so I would only have to do one side. I think I can match the color pretty easily, and since you can't see both sides at the same time, it should be okay if the color is off a little bit. I believe you explained everything very well and in terms I could understand, and plus you used materials that are easily found. Thank you for your help and stay safe.

    • @susans3411
      @susans3411 4 роки тому

      Yep. Folks, remember you can't see both/all sides of the rig at one time, so the colors on one side don't have to exactly match any other side. Approximation works. Save the headache.

  • @bryanmontgomery4050
    @bryanmontgomery4050 4 роки тому +7

    Of paint starts pulling the paint edge off, a very light razor blade score will allow for a perfect paint line. It will actually look like a graphic. Excellent job!!!!

  • @karonvangilder8713
    @karonvangilder8713 3 роки тому +1

    We loved your how to video with the RV paint. You were very very thorough

  • @terll18
    @terll18 4 роки тому +3

    I have a MS degree in Instructional Technology. You now have an honorary degree from me! Excellent presentation. I will follow your plan to the letter. Great job.

    • @RVstreet
      @RVstreet  4 роки тому +1

      OMG...does that mean I also just graduated from college? Tony I luv you.

  • @johnwren3976
    @johnwren3976 4 роки тому +14

    First, b4 sanding, wipe it all down with a wax remover or mineral spirits to make sure no contaminants or silicone is present. Otherwise you'll sand it into your surface & have problems later.
    Also, spray paint on big box stores have lot codes on them. Make sure you buy spray cans with the same lot codes or the color might vary..

    • @kathleenrutherford733
      @kathleenrutherford733 3 роки тому

      Thank You

    • @kazzTrismus
      @kazzTrismus 2 роки тому +2

      and peel the tape when wet to avoid all the hassle of paint tearing.
      get it all done in less than a day and the paint shouldnt tear...
      de-taping within minutes of the final coat will help.
      having a helper for big jobs is key to keeping the tape an paper out of the wet paint...also doing the thin tape last (if you get good enough at it)
      his dust coat techniques is correct especially on graphics as they are sensitive to the thinners.

    • @jacknimble1
      @jacknimble1 2 роки тому +1

      Even better, buy all your supplies at the local auto parts store. It is usually a higher quality of paint and clear. They also sell high build primer which will aid in the filling of the cracks.

  • @colincarr1102
    @colincarr1102 4 роки тому +4

    Not made comments before, but you are a natural. Loved it

  • @glocksm40
    @glocksm40 3 роки тому +2

    Thank you Martin for sharing your video! Now I know I can do my graphics without spending thousands to have it done. 👍

  • @Grizz1957
    @Grizz1957 2 роки тому +1

    Awesome video !!!! I have been wanting to do this to my little QB21 Coachman for the past few years and now you have given me the confidence that it can be done and with amazing results ... Thank you very much ...

  • @meanderingmyrrkat8798
    @meanderingmyrrkat8798 4 роки тому

    I have been looking for this over a year. I am restoring my 85 Toyota Huntsman mini c and am keeping the original graphics, very proud 2nd owner. Thank you so much for such a great instructional video 👍👍👍😎

  • @patmurphy389
    @patmurphy389 4 роки тому +21

    Thank you for this! We have some cracked graphics on ours. Being as I worked in an auto-body shop doing detail work on vans in my younger years, this was right up my alley, so thank you so much! It's easy & simple to do. See you on the road, from Tennessee.

  • @docbrady6397
    @docbrady6397 3 роки тому

    I did the same thing on a Winnebago with the same tool only to have the painter tell me that it wasn’t necessary, that works just as well to paint right over them and he did and it worked fantastic.

  • @EvolutionDIY
    @EvolutionDIY Рік тому +1

    Awesome result. I know how much time it takes to film and edit these types of projects and videos. I really appreciate you taking the time. I’ll probably be using this strategy in the near future on a neglected RV we have purchased. Thanks again.

  • @williamwilliam6714
    @williamwilliam6714 3 роки тому +2

    I have been dreading this procedure, far to long now. I need a drink !

  • @NunnaUrbiz
    @NunnaUrbiz 4 роки тому +1

    Great tutorial. I like that you explain each step instead of assuming the viewer knows what you're talking about. I'm a photographer, auto body work baffles me. Our Vista needs its decals renewed. I may try all three methods to see which I like best.

    • @RVstreet
      @RVstreet  4 роки тому

      You can do this. Just take your time and it's all about the prep work.

  • @DrWinkles
    @DrWinkles Рік тому

    A previous video you made on checking the wires on the transfer switch box saved me a headache during my first year as a FT RVer. Made a donation to your channel! My Cameo succumbed to a terrible IOTA recalled switch box this winter and her previous owner obviously never waxed the exterior! I’ll be trying this technique come summer when I get a forecast of no wind and sunny days for four consecutive days! Many thanks for your channel 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

    • @RVstreet
      @RVstreet  Рік тому +1

      Thank you Verna 😎

  • @kathleenrutherford733
    @kathleenrutherford733 3 роки тому

    FABULOUS INSTRUCTIONS!! Thank you for showing step by step details, thank you for showing every product, I've ordered everything off Amazon to do mine now!
    I just have faded ones.I purchased a polisher along with every products in the Driven line to try to polish out the dull and faded sheen. Then if it needs it I will follow your Awesome instructions and paint my trailer decals. I'm thrilled to have found you! Thank you so much!! Your fantastic

    • @RVstreet
      @RVstreet  3 роки тому

      Kathleen,
      When I read your words "try to polish out the dull and faded sheen" here's a few tips *IF YOU HAVE OXIDATION*. If you don't have any oxidation then skip that step and proceed with polishing.
      The light weight Meguirs MT300 Dual Action-5.4lbs. It's an awesome machine. Be sure to buy the back plate too. It's sold separately. It's the exact unit I used to remove the oxidation that my coach had when I first bought it in 2016. Having the right polisher is important. My coach at the time had heavy oxidation on the drivers side and back with light to medium oxidation on the other areas. My large slide on the drivers side was the worse so I had to use the wool pad and diamond cut compound on that area. I didn't have a YT Channel at the time, so I don't have a video on it. But I wish I did. I've actually been looking for an RV that has some oxidation so I can do a video on the process in a camp ground. But I haven't had any owners willing to cooperate with me. But I use the MT300 for everything to keep our RV maintained. If you have oxidation, once oxidation is removed, don't ever let it oxidize again. That way you won't have to go thru this process again.
      If need be like you saw in the video, if an area needs a little polishing, polish it then apply RejeX. My secret to keeping it maintained and shiny is using RejeX for my final coat because RejeX blocks the UV rays from the sun and that's what causes oxidation.
      Start small first. Like on the back. That will give you an area to get into the rhythm. I used a 12' rolling scaffold so I could stand up straight and do the top half of the coach. The bottom half is much easier to do than the top. Compounding to remove oxidation takes time. As you compound, the pads will load up with material from the RV, so you have to constantly remove it, by keeping them clean, washing them out with water-warm water is best-in a bucket and a small hand held brush. Wring them out, put them back on the MT300 and continue. If you have heavy oxidation, you'll probably have to use the wool pad and the diamond cut compound, otherwise use the other compound material in the blue bottle in my store and my red pads. Once oxidation is off, THEN polish with my Meguiar's Ultimate Polish also with the red pads. It probably will take 2 or 3 passes to restore the shine. Don't do it in the sun. An overcast sky or inside under cover is the best to polish and apply RejeX-or wax if you prefer that instead-as your final coat. Again, keep your pads clean *AND DRY* when applying polish, keep wiping off the polish off the RV each time you make a pass with a microfiber cloth. Do small areas at a time. It's also better and goes faster if you have several pads. Just be patient, be methodical and it'll come out nice. You can do this 👍
      Everything I use is in my Amazon Store www.amazon.com/shop/rvstreet
      The stuff you’ll need is in the "Compound, Polish, Finish Coat" category. Above each product is a text bubble where I describe what each product is and what I use it for.
      Here's a link to one of my PLAYLISTS that covers other aspects of how I take care of the outside of my coach. These will be helpful to you also. Especially the first 3 videos:
      ua-cam.com/play/PLkQXtMp9xodSqUtTPMkSjVRGmSQkz4XJz.html

  • @rottsrool
    @rottsrool 3 роки тому +1

    Just what I need to do to my decals on my couch. Great informative video thanks.

  • @U72740
    @U72740 3 роки тому +2

    Thanks a lot. That was very interesting. If this is not your job you work like a pro.!

  • @wesfos
    @wesfos 4 роки тому +4

    I am facing the same problem with my graphics...the price is insane to replace them...you did an excellent job doing and explaining how to get it done....NOW i need to get the nerve to do it...thanks

    • @RVstreet
      @RVstreet  4 роки тому +2

      Wes, you can do this. This is not that difficult and your RV will look a ton better when complete. Come back to me when you've done it and give us an update.

  • @benryan9466
    @benryan9466 4 роки тому +1

    Nice job very acceptable finish and content delivery spot on. You make your audience feel like we’re in a paint class and we’re the only student 🏅👍

  • @beth.icanfly3983
    @beth.icanfly3983 2 роки тому +1

    Thank you for documenting this! I know your tutorial is going to help me successfully paint my van.

  • @KimberlyRichard-r5y
    @KimberlyRichard-r5y 25 днів тому

    I did exactly as he said in this video and my RV decals look amazing! It was such a refresh for my girl and especially with RV parks giving you a hard time about the age of your rig. 9:10

    • @RVstreet
      @RVstreet  24 дні тому

      That is awesome!👍

  • @Jrryclmnjc
    @Jrryclmnjc 4 роки тому

    I used to do this prep work for a body shop when I was going to college. Didn’t paint, just prepped. I have an RV that gets stored where the sun hits the back and the decals are failing. Wax doesn’t stop it. Now I know I can fix it. And I will find that UV protector. REJECTS IT?. Nice job. Excellent work. Thanks.

    • @RVstreet
      @RVstreet  4 роки тому

      Yep, RejeX it. The link is in the description text.
      Now go....go and protect what what you have.

  • @rouxchat6033
    @rouxchat6033 4 роки тому +1

    Looks great. I went with option one on my Lance camper. LOL. Was a nightmare removing the decals but so happy now it's done.

    • @RVstreet
      @RVstreet  4 роки тому +2

      If anybody wants to just remove an old graphic, I put a link to the 3M Stripe Off Wheel in the description text. That's what I used on the end of an electric drill motor and this wheel works awesome and takes out a ton of the hard labor. It took me 2 wheels to remove the 10'-12' one on our big slide and took me about 5hrs., then I compounded, polished and then applied RejeX. Can't even tell that graphic was ever there.
      thx Roux

  • @waynefought4835
    @waynefought4835 2 роки тому

    My graphics on my fiver are ok. It's the Paint around them that needs redoing. So your technique will work for me, just in the opposite manner. Thanks for the lesson in patience. Great job.

  • @ZhmiKnopa
    @ZhmiKnopa 2 роки тому +6

    A fast way to make cracks disappear is to clean them out with a mini-sandblaster, and fill them with auto body glaze. Just like you were patching drywall, sand it smooth with some 400 while you are prepping the rest of the decal for paint. A hopper gun is $20 at Harbor Freight, use baking soda instead of sand.

  • @sherrypaxton7394
    @sherrypaxton7394 4 роки тому +2

    Awesome details! I bought a used RV last year and the graphics need some work. I feel like I can do this myself. You're great!

    • @RVstreet
      @RVstreet  4 роки тому +2

      Thank you Sherry. Take your time, pay attention to details and you'll be fine. Start on one of your smaller graphics first to learn then the bigger ones will be easier. You definitely can do this.

    • @sherrypaxton7394
      @sherrypaxton7394 4 роки тому

      @@RVstreet thank you for the boost of confidence! I'll let you know how it goes lol

    • @RVstreet
      @RVstreet  4 роки тому +1

      @@sherrypaxton7394 Pls do.

  • @KevinCoop1
    @KevinCoop1 4 роки тому +1

    Very nice well done job! Just bought Class A with bad graphics! Now I know how to make them look good again!
    When pulling the tape off, pull it outward at 45 degrees. My father taught me that. Respectfully, Kevin

  • @charleshogge5258
    @charleshogge5258 4 роки тому +5

    Great video! You are a natural instructor. Everything was explained so well.

    • @RVstreet
      @RVstreet  4 роки тому +2

      WOW thank you so much Charles. That means a lot.

  • @HappyQuailsLC
    @HappyQuailsLC 3 роки тому +1

    You did an excellent job on that! I am impressed! I'm getting ideas.....

  • @scottdye6798
    @scottdye6798 4 роки тому +2

    Thanks, this is so helpful for me, as I am looking for an RV in Phoenix, where the sun is merciless and many RV's for sale have faded graphics.

  • @Jazz92Jazz
    @Jazz92Jazz 4 роки тому +1

    Your attention to detail is awesome!

  • @philipplastina181
    @philipplastina181 4 роки тому +2

    Great video! Good to see your thorough explanation of the process. Very professional "Do it yourself" method for sure. Love it!

  • @darlenenelson215
    @darlenenelson215 3 роки тому +1

    fantastic work! we have a 1996 Holiday Rambler we are fixing and decals are next. We have had it for about 18 yrs so it is time to give it some love :) thank you for your video very helpful.

  • @jeannelanctot9212
    @jeannelanctot9212 Рік тому +1

    Came out awesome! Thank you now I feel confident to do my motor home!

  • @belindasmith-ramsey5979
    @belindasmith-ramsey5979 4 роки тому +1

    This was a very informative video. Glad I stumbled upon it. I live in New England and keep my RV covered from Oct to April. Still has cracks, but now I know how to fix them myself. Thanks for the tutorial.

  • @JustPeaceLoveAndKindness
    @JustPeaceLoveAndKindness 4 роки тому +1

    You sir, are a patient man!! Nice work.

    • @RVstreet
      @RVstreet  4 роки тому

      I'll be sure to pass this along to my wife.

  • @josekma1
    @josekma1 3 роки тому +2

    Excellent video and precise explanation of the entire process.
    I am a new sub... I will check all your videos and WOW, I am very impressed! I am a professional painter of 30 plus years in the trades journeyman painter.
    You are a pro!

    • @RVstreet
      @RVstreet  3 роки тому

      Thank you so much for those kind words. 👍

  • @just_observing1
    @just_observing1 Рік тому

    I had a heck of a time on mine. Orange peel from hell. Needed to use deglosser first then steps youve shown. Great job man

  • @hyancer
    @hyancer 4 роки тому

    I have done this on 3 rvs but I used sandable primer before painting. This eliminates almost all of the hairline cracks. Thanks for posting.

    • @professorjedi1024
      @professorjedi1024 4 роки тому

      Hey Yancer... so you'd use the sandable primer instead of the paint&primer he used in the first step?

  • @joe-annataylor4159
    @joe-annataylor4159 4 роки тому

    Much needed video but I wished I’d seen this a week ago as I was painting my little red wagon, getting off the rust. Love your instructions!

  • @kayc2579
    @kayc2579 Рік тому

    I think this was the first video I saw here. It is great, like all of them are.

  • @rickr442
    @rickr442 4 роки тому +9

    Longer strokes on ALL your paints would give a smoother, more even surface and color. Looks good!

  • @jackhood8906
    @jackhood8906 4 роки тому +1

    Really great video! We have been wondering how to repair our graphics on our 5th wheel and this is the best info we have found! Thanks!

  • @davidlastoria3341
    @davidlastoria3341 4 роки тому +9

    Excellent work! Thank you for the very well laid out, informative video!

  • @Bluegrassboy49
    @Bluegrassboy49 4 роки тому

    Great job! I enjoyed watching your entire video. From a distance, you can't tell the difference.

  • @rss608
    @rss608 28 днів тому

    good video for an how to paint. I love the removing the tape part! the best part was explaining how to use coats. using the feather coat method to get a smooth surface. I always do 3 coats to prevent runs with pro sprayer or rattle cans. correct use of tape and paper as well!!!! I've never tried spraying over the plastic decals, but no reason why it wouldn't work? love to see a pix of it after 5 years or so to see if it cracks again.

  • @jsteele42378
    @jsteele42378 2 роки тому +1

    wow talking about a very informative video Buddy you nailed it. Thanks so much for sharing your secrets with us.

  • @RVstreet
    @RVstreet  4 роки тому +21

    On March 25th, 2021, we were notified by one of our channel viewers that a company named coolizzy.com is using this video to promote their product “EZShine™ RV Decals Restorer”.
    We are in no way affiliated with coolizzy.com which sells this product, or any other products they market, nor use or endorse any of their products. We have immediately issued a cease and desist request to that company to remove any use of our video in promoting their products which to date they have ignored.
    ALSO:
    Because so many people have been asking, I thought you might like to know that I added all the tools and products I used/and still use to restore and keep our coach looking like new in the description text. Just click "SHOW MORE" and scroll down.
    My reply:
    Good question:
    1) Eraser best method and cheaper (a couple of wheels, then compound, polish and RejeXed) lots of labor, have to have a high power electric drill but will never have to be dealt with again. I myself would only use this method if the existing graphics are really gone and beyond repair. As I explained in the video, I did this to one of my graphics that was beyond repair.
    2) Going over existing decal with todays high UV resistant vinyl decal material is a good alternative and easier, but expensive and if you make a mistake your screwed and have to do it again. Then it's more money again.
    3) Painting is the cheapest, takes longer, but results are pretty darn good. I was totally satisfied with the outcome. Not perfect but a whole lot better than it was. Will last years if you protect well and often with RejeX.

  • @smokey6034
    @smokey6034 2 роки тому

    It's time to paint my Alumascape. I will mask the decals while painting the body, then use this technique for the decals. Can't wait!

  • @u15mgf00
    @u15mgf00 3 роки тому +1

    EXCELLENT EXCELLENT Video! This will be my next project! Every question I had you answered thru the tutorial. Thanks a million.

    • @u15mgf00
      @u15mgf00 3 роки тому

      What would you recommend for filler in these cracks prior to sanding? I'd like to have a sooth surface after fine sanding! Would glaze filler work or actual bondo? Or something else?

  • @seanoleary1979
    @seanoleary1979 Рік тому

    I can appreciate the tremdous - and I mean TREMENDOUS - amount of work and time you put into taping! With time lapse photography, you made in look easy. But, it was much much easier to remove the decals comepletely by peeling them off with a heat gun and a 3M eraser wheel and install new decals - or dfifferent decals.

    • @RVstreet
      @RVstreet  Рік тому

      Martins next video was going to be how to erase a graphic but he passed away before he had a chance to do it. 💔

    • @nmartin5551
      @nmartin5551 8 місяців тому

      Sean - I’m fairly new to being an RV owner with an older unit. Of course my graphics are cracked. How does one buy new graphics?

  • @vdubing01
    @vdubing01 3 роки тому +2

    WOW!!! I dig it!!! Looks great!!!! Real nice man!

  • @dreamlookautodetailingauto3353
    @dreamlookautodetailingauto3353 3 роки тому +1

    Good job with explaining and the detail RV street!

  • @raulandmylulu
    @raulandmylulu Рік тому

    Future project for our 2005 c-class. Agreed. Excellent instructions. Following!!!

  • @wendellhagg3511
    @wendellhagg3511 4 роки тому +2

    Greatest How Too Video I’ve Seen !! Great Job Well Done !! H.

  • @WanderWestRvAdventure
    @WanderWestRvAdventure 3 роки тому +1

    Great video! We gave painting a go and got one of the 20 decals done. I think we will order a decal set ($1800) . The paint method was about four hours and results were good but not great. Our 2007 Coachman we bought last year sat in the sun most of its life and it shows but me have not yet hit 10k on the odometer. We hope to bring the exterior back in line with her low milage

  • @craigstine7343
    @craigstine7343 4 роки тому +1

    Excellent job, easy to follow and great example of an inexpensive DIY fix. Be well and travel on! Thanks again sir!

    • @RVstreet
      @RVstreet  4 роки тому

      Thank you Craig. 😜

  • @earleanes985
    @earleanes985 4 роки тому +2

    Great job! Plain and simple with step by step instructions.

  • @brandicreates7213
    @brandicreates7213 3 роки тому +2

    Thanks so much! I spent a couple days following your process and it looks so good now!

  • @charlessewell3414
    @charlessewell3414 2 роки тому

    Thanks for the video, I was thinking about doing this to mine. I was not able to find the vinyl graphics for mine, so I gave it a shot. Turning out good so far.

  • @agems56
    @agems56 2 роки тому +1

    Thank you so much for the detailed demonstration! I thought there would be a much more involved operation! I will get right to it!

  • @heartfacingupward
    @heartfacingupward 3 роки тому +5

    Thank you for the detailed and easy-to-follow instructions. Wow. I wish others would take the time to do a good instructional video like this. Nice Job!

  • @ancientone3040
    @ancientone3040 4 роки тому +1

    Fantastic job. You do have patience. And it shows in your work.

    • @RVstreet
      @RVstreet  4 роки тому +1

      Patience with stuff concerning the coach...yes. A lot of other things...not so much. Like people entering onto the highway on ramp while TEXTING.

  • @lauralaura600
    @lauralaura600 4 роки тому +1

    You did a great job. We had several "cabbage" spots that developed shortly after we got our RV. Lucky ours was a Sherwin Williams paint and I went to the Sherwin Williams automotive where they matched my colors. I went ahead and got 6 cans of each color just to have. Anyway they came with regular spray buttons, when you mentioned that about your burgundy I thought I'd let you know there are spray triggers you can buy. They slip over the existing nozzle making your spray easier. Also I found nozzle buttons that would rotate from narrow to fan. Over all great video. Great tip about 1/4 inch tape. Thanks.

    • @RVstreet
      @RVstreet  4 роки тому

      Good for Laura for tackling a job like this. You go girl. 😜

  • @tinab6032
    @tinab6032 4 роки тому +1

    Nice job and instructions. Thanks. Your coach looks well taken care of.

  • @jamesfox9638
    @jamesfox9638 4 роки тому +1

    THANK YOU SO VERY MUCH !!!!!!!!! I never thought about panting them. I was Just going to order new ones. I am sure you saved me A lot A lot of cash