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Old 11-30-2011, 06:09 PM   #21
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I have never understood how a campground owner could pass up an opportunity for additional income and/or customer goodwill and not install a wash bay near the dump station. Even a nominal $5 charge would generate a significant income stream, water is not gasoline, it's cheap for the most part.
Seems a little short-sighted to me. But hey, what do I know?!
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Old 11-30-2011, 06:18 PM   #22
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Just got done washing mine here at home. Power washer and a Bakers scaffolding and leaf blower.. Froze my cookies off. Ice on top. Going to put her to sleep for the winter.
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Old 11-30-2011, 07:01 PM   #23
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As we travel I ask at the park office and sometimes they allow it. Other times I do a sponge bath with a bucket of water.

Chuck1935 said:
"Wash it just before you leave. All issues solved !!!!!!!!!!!!!"

I've been rained on more than once within an hour of leaving home. Just enough rain to dirty up the coach.
I think I could take care of the drought in Texas.
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Old 12-05-2011, 07:00 PM   #24
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Thanks to everyone who took time to respond. I have received some great suggestions on how to handle washing the Motorhome on our next travels. Some very innovative solutions.
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Old 12-05-2011, 08:54 PM   #25
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One more response. I'm in Texas also and we are still under water restrictions. Now get this. We can wash our vehicles between 8 p.m. and 12 a.m., Monday and Wednesday. My only problem is finding someone who will stay out there long enough with a flashlight.

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When we returned home under those conditions I wanted the MH clean before putting it in storage. Come to the rescue, Turtle Wax Ice Detailer. Wipe on, wipe off. I was extremely happy with the results, but I did not finish in one day. The nice thing about it was I did not seem to miss any part of the four sides. It looks good. I did not do the roof. That's DW's job.
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Old 12-06-2011, 07:24 AM   #26
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My winter campground in FL charges $25 if you wash your own RV with a hose. Crazy as you use about 10 cents worth of water. And the pros down there charge at least $300 for a complete wash/wax/detail. So I usually just use a bucket and sponge with my ladder to do the front when I arrive. One neighbor said they use a wet swiffer on a pole to do the sides. Might have to try that next time.
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Old 05-17-2012, 12:28 PM   #27
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I use a product called the Solution. It is perfect to wash and provide a wax-like protection for your MH. It won't do a lot of good if the RV is caked with mud (only soap and water will) but if it just has the normal dust and dirt from a long trip it will do wonders. My MH is eight years old and always looks like it just came from the factory. Super Seal Specialty Co. [ Tire Repair - Waterless Car Wash - Waste Digester - Cooling Sealant ] [ Tuff-Stuff - The Solution - Piranha - Super Seal ] I buy the gallon size and it generally lasts me about a year or so.
Is there ANY retail outlet store for the product?
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Old 05-17-2012, 02:31 PM   #28
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You can also use your extendible pole windshield brush/squeegee. Drape a wet rag on this to loosen the dirt, then dry with another towel on the brush. This works for moderate dirt and doesn't seem to bother the finish if it is waxed. My brush extends far enough that I can reach the top of the coach sides.

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...one neighbor said they use a wet swiffer on a pole to do the sides. Might have to try that next time.
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Old 05-17-2012, 03:08 PM   #29
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Is there ANY retail outlet store for the product?
I'm not aware of any.
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Old 05-17-2012, 03:20 PM   #30
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I have used Blue Beacon several times. Think it is $35 for a Class A and another $12 for the application of Rain-X. I stand and watch them - they have been very cautious washing the coach. In less than 15 minutes, you are done. For the most part their work is very good and certainly cost effective and convenient.
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Old 05-18-2012, 08:51 PM   #31
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I think the last time I paid for washing the RV was in Mexico. Two guys, hand washed. 200 Pesos for the MH, 50 p. for the toad, IIRC. Less than $25 US with tip.

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Old 05-18-2012, 08:57 PM   #32
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Have you thought of trying The Solution (waterless). Super Seal Specialty Co. [ Tire Repair - Waterless Car Wash - Waste Digester - Cooling Sealant ] [ Tuff-Stuff - The Solution - Piranha - Super Seal ] Works great, then you can touch up for bugs as you pull in each night. I think it's great stuff; I followed up with Meguiars, but I don't think it was actually necessary.
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Old 05-18-2012, 09:13 PM   #33
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I use a dry wash called "Solution" with excellent results. I also use "Wash and Waxall"
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Old 05-23-2012, 04:51 PM   #34
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Trying to get your motorhome washed has not been an easy task for years... Taking it into Blue Beacon or a Freeway truck wash is not as convenient either. Right now the only true alternative is going finding a mobile detailer. The easiest way to do it would be to go to a site like this (Mobile rv detailing), to find a detailer almost anywhere. Everything is laid out completely for you to book your own appointments in.

Having a mobile detailer is convenient because it can get done anywhere: Storage, Home, Campground, Work, etc.

However, If you are a do it yourself person, be prepared to work some good ole elbow grease and sweat... especially if your motorhome if larger than 28'. You are in for a good treat.
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Old 05-23-2012, 05:10 PM   #35
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Some one mentioned "Bucket" bath if not too bad. Works great, but have a ladder or what I use is a window washers Fixi clamp (Unger brand) head I can put a sponge, microfiber cloth, etc. on and works great with my extender pole. See it in action at
why did I not invent this. Use it a lot though. Probably one of the most useful things to carry. Get the pole adapter when ordering as they usually don't come with them. The responder that draped a towel over his pole needs one of these, no more towels falling off in the dirt.
I also find that Turtle wax Ice Detailer is also very good. Usually only bottom half is bad, can do a quick detail in about a half an hour.
Also carry my CR Spotless for those parks that like to have all the coaches, etc. standing tall and looking good...its good for business.
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Old 05-23-2012, 05:16 PM   #36
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Reading through this thread I was surprised no one mentioned using a 25 cent car wash. I have seen many in various towns that can accommodate RV's and have catwalks on one or both sides so you can reach the upper sides and spray the roof off.

I fill a bucket with soapy water and use an extend-a-brush. Then I just use the spray wash to rinse. I used one about a month ago and cost me less then 5 bucks for the RV and the toad.
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Old 05-23-2012, 10:27 PM   #37
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Blue Beacon are generally great. $40 for basic wash on coach (30 feet) and toad. Another $8 for RainX.
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Old 05-24-2012, 05:26 PM   #38
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For what it is worth, my experience with the Truck washes, what ever brand they are...
Brushes have lost the "soft fray" on the brisles due to heavy use and will scratch.
Keep adding soap and water to buckets that have grime from previous washes in the bottom, don't empty and refill with fresh soap and water. If you ask, some get pissy.

They do OK, but beware, can scratch a nice paint job. Every time I have been to one of these, it is buff with scratch/swirl remover and re-wax. I'll stick to doing my own.
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