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Re: Removing oxidation from gelcoat/removing decals

Reply #25 –
We obtained a steam machine - like you would use to get the winkles out of hanging curtains or clothing.
This worked amazingly well.  Especially on the lower decals that are very thick and had some kind of magic adhesive on them.  We did have to then remove the leftover adhesive wit a solvent then clean the surface really well, the had it all buffed.  Looks great!!

Re: Removing oxidation from gelcoat

Reply #26 –
Quote from: Don Hay –
Once you have the surface entirely free of oxidation, that is an ideal time to apply the Poli-glow.

I'm a little confused... does Poli-glow remove oxidation? Or is it to be applied after the oxidation is removed. I'm getting ready to install two Unixolar self-stick panels and want to remove all the oxidation where they'll be installed; but I don't want to do anything that will detract from the ability of the panel to stick itself to the fiberglass roof.

So I want to remove oxidation... but not wax or polish the fiberglass. Is there a product that will do this?

Craig
1993 U225 36' Unihome GV with PACBRAKE exhaust retarder, Banks Stinger and Solar Panels.
Toad: 1999 Jeep Wrangler 2-door soft-top.

"No one has ever had to evacuate a city because the solar panels broke."

Re: Removing oxidation from gelcoat

Reply #27 –
Craig,
Any rubbing compound that does NOT contain silicon would do the trick. Meguires comes to mind. They won't allow anything with silicon in a pro auto paint shop because of the effect silicon has on paint adhesion.
Don
Quote from: wa_desert_rat –
I'm a little confused... does Poli-glow remove oxidation? Or is it to be applied after the oxidation is removed. I'm getting ready to install two Unixolar self-stick panels and want to remove all the oxidation where they'll be installed; but I don't want to do anything that will detract from the ability of the panel to stick itself to the fiberglass roof.

So I want to remove oxidation... but not wax or polish the fiberglass. Is there a product that will do this?

Craig
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Don & Tys
1999 U270 3602 WTFE #5402
Xtreme Stage 1 w/Headlight, Step Conversion, etc.
2009 Honda Fit Sport with Navi
Freedom is NOT "just another word for nothing left to lose"... with apologies to Kris Kristofferson

Re: Removing oxidation from gelcoat

Reply #28 –
Quote from: acousticart –
Craig,
Any rubbing compound that does NOT contain silicon would do the trick. Meguires comes to mind. They won't allow anything with silicon in a pro auto paint shop because of the effect silicon has on paint adhesion.
Don

Thanks, Don. I'll get that product and see how that works. I have to get the oxidation off and then clean the area with alcohol.

I'm thinking rum and coke. :P

Craig
1993 U225 36' Unihome GV with PACBRAKE exhaust retarder, Banks Stinger and Solar Panels.
Toad: 1999 Jeep Wrangler 2-door soft-top.

"No one has ever had to evacuate a city because the solar panels broke."

Re: Removing oxidation from gelcoat

Reply #29 –
Not sure about their consumer line of products... But they have a Pro line which state on the label that they contain no Silicon. I bought mine at an automotive paint supply store. Here is a link to their line of Pro rubbing/cleaning compound products MeguiarsDirect.com: Compounds/ Cleaners
Don

Quote from: wa_desert_rat –
Thanks, Don. I'll get that product and see how that works. I have to get the oxidation off and then clean the area with alcohol.

I'm thinking rum and coke. :P

Craig
The selected media item is not currently available.
Don & Tys
1999 U270 3602 WTFE #5402
Xtreme Stage 1 w/Headlight, Step Conversion, etc.
2009 Honda Fit Sport with Navi
Freedom is NOT "just another word for nothing left to lose"... with apologies to Kris Kristofferson

Re: Removing oxidation from gelcoat

Reply #30 –
As I understand it, Poli-Glow does not remove oxidation.  The Poli-Prep may get some, I'm not completely sure, as I had already begun with first Mcguires, then switched to 3m super duty rubbing compound using a rotory buffer.  I talked with the guy at Poli-Glow, and what he said was to use the Poli-Prep before using the Poli-Glow after any compound, polish, or wax.  the reason being the Prep will remove any residue or chemicals left behind from compounds or polishes that will interfere with the adhesion of the Poli-Glow.
Mike Brady
'97 U320 SE. #5137
'13 Honda Fit
Willow Springs, MO