fiberglass and painted surfaces. Brushes and mitts
that are made of plastic bristles can be used for tires
and wheel wells but should not be used on
fiberglass or paint. Wash heavy dirt areas first and
then work from the top down. Use a mild soap or
detergent. Avoid using cleaners that contain harsh
abrasives and try to avoid using combination wash
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wax products. Ammonia
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based glass cleaners can
be used on stains or road tar but need to be followed
immediately with warm soapy water and a clean
water rinse. Drying your unit with damp natural or
synthetic chamois, or other drying products can also
eliminate water spots and stains that can occur from
chemicals found in many tap
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water and well water
systems.
Waxes and Polishes
Waxes (particularly carnauba waxes) have been a
long standing favorite fiberglass protection method.
Recently, however, the chemical industry has
developed better products for sealing gel coated and
painted fiberglass surfaces. These new polymer
based products aren’t just a coating that resides on
the surface like waxes, they actually get into the
pores of the gel coat or clearcoat and seal the
surface from oxidation and other damaging
elements.
Polymer based sealers can be used to
provide excellent protection for both fiberglass and
painted surfaces.
There are
many polymer based sealers available to
protect your unit. When choosing a sealer,
carefully read the label of the product to make sure
it contains polymers that are designed to be used on
gel coats or fiberglass, and painted surfaces, and
determine how frequently the sealer should be
applied. For coaches that have had waxes
previously applied, wax removers are available for
use before applying the sealant.
Repairs
Scratches, chips, cracking, etc. on painted surfaces
may be touched up using the touch
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up paint
provided with your unit. The paint formulation
information provided with your unit can be used for
larger repairs or your unit can be taken to a body
repair shop to have the color matched. For large
fiberglass gel coat repairs (non
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painted surfaces),
you may contact Born Free Customer Support and
we will send you the desired amount of gel coat
material.
Doors and Locks
Born Free Motorcoaches are equipped with the
following locks and keys:
(1) Chassis door and ignition.
(2) Coach entrance door lock.
(3) Coach entrance dead bolt lock.
(4) Compartment door locks (Barrel keys).
(5) Under floor compartment doors (WHB key)
For a replacement, see chassis dealer, call the door
lock provider (for entrance door replacement keys),
or call Born Free Motorcoach (for replacement
barrel keys).
Ladder and Rack (Some Models)
An exterior, rear mounted ladder provides access to
the roof area for storage purposes and routine
maintenance. Care should be taken when using the
ladder at all times.
Motorcoaches with rear wall
mounted spare tires feature a
ladder that folds up to provide
access to the spare (Figure
1.1). Do not drive with the
ladder in the up position
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always have the ladder in the
down position and the legs
securely inserted into the
rubber feet while driving.
Do not exceed 100 pounds per square foot or 1,000
pounds total weight of storage on the roof.
Roof Mounted Storage Compartment
(Optional On Models With Ladders)
A weatherproof storage pod is a very useful
accessory for storing large items such as suitcases
and sleeping bags. Do not exceed 10 pounds per
square foot or 100
pounds total weight of
storage in the
compartment.
Sewer Hose
Storage
Storage for your sewer
hose (Figure 1.2) is
Figure 1.2
Figure 1.1
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