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DLW - 09 Nov 2006 22:04 GMT

I have an older Starcraft that still in great condition. Not long
after I bought it, it received hail damage on the roof, in some cases
actually penetrating the aluminum skin (not severe, but it was there).
And of course many little craters from the hail. Dealing with the
insurance ended up in having a rubber sheet like material installed
over the existing roof. Well, it's been many years now, and it's
showing its age. So, to get to the point, is there anything that
anyone can recommend to clean it with? I've tried washing, but there
is still some discoloration. It's still weather proof though, no
leaks so far, but it has been on there for quite a number of years.
D.Williams

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Frank Tabor - 09 Nov 2006 22:22 GMT

>I have an older Starcraft that still in great condition. Not long
>after I bought it, it received hail damage on the roof, in some cases
[quoted text clipped - 7 lines]
>leaks so far, but it has been on there for quite a number of years.
>D.Williams

Comet cleanser. Dishwashing soap. Any good car was cleaner. Soap
and water.

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Jim Redelfs - 09 Nov 2006 23:12 GMT

>> [How do I clean the rubber roof on my popup]

> Comet cleanser. Dishwashing soap. Any good car was cleaner.
> Soap and water.

I agree and will add: Simple Green.

My neighbor recommended this to me some years ago and I'm sold: It works
GREAT!

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JR

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DLW - 09 Nov 2006 23:39 GMT

>Comet cleanser. Dishwashing soap. Any good car was cleaner. Soap
>and water.

Haven't tried Comet, but did try soap and water as well as an "RV
wash". I'll give the simple green a try too.

Thanks
D.Williams

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Frank Tabor - 10 Nov 2006 00:12 GMT

>>Comet cleanser. Dishwashing soap. Any good car was cleaner. Soap
>>and water.
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>Thanks
>D.Williams

You might also try Greased Lighting.

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Tomes - 10 Nov 2006 00:47 GMT

>>Comet cleanser. Dishwashing soap. Any good car was cleaner. Soap
>>and water.
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> Thanks
> D.Williams

Please let us know what actually worked, thanks.
Tomes

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DLW - 12 Nov 2006 03:05 GMT

>Please let us know what actually worked, thanks.
>Tomes

I tried the simple green today, and it works OK, but I don't really
see a significant improvement over plain soap and water. It removed
most of the surface dirt, etc., but there are some grey circular
"stains" (mildew maybe??) that it doesn't touch. Nor does anything
else I've tried. Maybe a weak bleach solution?
D.Williams

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Dale & Betty - 10 Nov 2006 00:36 GMT

Our hybrid has the a rubber roof and the mfr. (Fleetwood) recommends "any
non-abrasive household cleaner" and either a sponge or fiber scrub brush for
the tough spots. Our dealer recommends (and sells :-) special cleaners and
UV protectants. BTW Wally World sells a all-in-one product that does a
satisfactory job of cleaning ....no way to tell about the protecting.

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Dale & Betty

>I have an older Starcraft that still in great condition. Not long
> after I bought it, it received hail damage on the roof, in some cases
[quoted text clipped - 7 lines]
> leaks so far, but it has been on there for quite a number of years.
> D.Williams

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Ambrose Kennedy - 21 Nov 2006 02:56 GMT

> I have an older Starcraft that still in great condition. Not long
> after I bought it, it received hail damage on the roof, in some cases
[quoted text clipped - 7 lines]
> leaks so far, but it has been on there for quite a number of years.
> D.Williams

I recommend lots of elbow grease.

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