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Old 10-19-2014, 09:03 AM   #1
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Wax on decals ?

regardless of the brand of wax, do you recommend not waxing the decals for fear of cracking? What do you do then?
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Old 10-19-2014, 09:17 AM   #2
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I wax everything, I have been using NuFinish for years without a problem.
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Old 10-19-2014, 09:58 AM   #3
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Thought that wax was the reason for mine cracking...
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Does your trailer sit outside? If so I think the sun is the reason for the cracking.
I have used turtle wax for years. Mine aren't cracked, but, my trailer has a building around it when not in use.
Some of the guys use Protectant 303 on their decals and swear by it. It's suppose have a UV blocker in it.
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Old 10-19-2014, 10:28 AM   #5
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Mine is also parked inside when not in use
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Old 10-19-2014, 10:31 AM   #6
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Yep, sits in southern sun....it's really bad
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Old 10-19-2014, 10:45 AM   #7
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I think a building around your rig is a good investment. These things really don't stand up to the weather very well. As for waxing your decals, I've done it with every trailer I've owned and had no detrimental effects, but I've also kept them inside when not in use.
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Crossroads sent me a complete set of decals but I haven't gotten the courage to replace them yet...but I always figured I had somehow destroyed them with wax, thanks guys!
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I never use wax. I use a polymer coating with a uv protector in it. I use Rejex.
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I never use wax. I use a polymer coating with a uv protector in it. I use Rejex.
How do you like the Rejex? Does it make cleaning the bugs off the front cap any easier?
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Yes, they just was off with Rv wash and water. Most times they just rinse off with a good pressure hose. I do have a full paint job though. Don't know if this makes a difference.
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