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1. METAL
Aluminum skin is pre-painted as it arrives preformed from sup-
plier with polyester automotive paint finish. To clean, use a mild de-
tergent and water.
Use an automotive type of wax or polish; same as you may use
on your tow vehicle. By waxing your KZRV once per year, it retains
its nice, new appearance.
2. FIBERGLASS
Fiberglass components used in KZRV coaches are several dif-
ferent type:
a. Front and rear caps are built in a mold, using gel type of fi-
berglass components.
b. For sidewalls, there are two types used - “Gel coat” and
“Lami plast.”
Cleaning on all fiberglass materials, use a mild detergent and
warm water using a soft brush or rag. For tougher stains such as
found around drip rails, awning rails, or windows, a special cleaner
may be required.
Waxing on Gel Coat Material
As the gel coat begins to lose its gloss from constant exposure to
the natural environment and pollutants, it will require some special
attention to restore the original gloss and color. Good polishing with
a self-cleaning automotive wax will restore most of the original gloss.
A fall and spring wax job is generally all that is needed to maintain
the original appearance. If the surface has been allowed to weather
badly, and cleaning and wax polishing does not restore the finish
satisfactorily, then compounding will be necessary. The finish is
totally impervious to chemicals and weathering. Imagine what a
brand new car could look like if allowed to sit outside for years with
no cover and no washing or waxing. With the same minimum main-
tenance you would ordinarily give your new automobile’s finish, your
RV gel coat finish will retain its depth of color and gloss for years.
3. ABS PLASTICS
Older Frontier and Ultra Lite lower fronts and fenders will retain their
original condition with general washing and polishing. These sur-
faces are not as hard as fiberglass and can scratch. DO NOT use
abrasive soaps or polishes on ABS plastics.
4. EXTERIOR ROOF
Three types of roof material are used on KZRV products.
Chapter II — Exterior
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