John and Jo Posted October 10, 2008 Report Share Posted October 10, 2008 Just wondering if any body can help us with; what's the best product to clean the checkerplate on our van.? :helpsmilie:After a lot of offroading the red dirt is just about imposible to get off :confused: John Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blueheeler Posted October 10, 2008 Report Share Posted October 10, 2008 Hi John & Jo, :biggrin: There are two products that can be used and these are Wicked Metal Polish and the other one is Purple. Thes can be purchased from most Auto shops and Truck accessary shops. I haven't used the Purple product but quite a few other members have and they say it's alright.Regards.Kingy :Australia: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete and Tracey Posted October 13, 2008 Report Share Posted October 13, 2008 Hey Guys and gals,On this topic, does anyone polish thier van?? What do people use to protect thier van from the elements?Cheers,Pete and Tracey Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JETnomads Posted October 13, 2008 Report Share Posted October 13, 2008 Ours just gets washed with pink Handy Andy. Still looks great after 5 years of sun. Doesn't seem to need much else on the white. The checker plate is just now starting to look a little tired though.CheersJody Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TonyH Posted October 13, 2008 Report Share Posted October 13, 2008 Hi John & Jo,Cleaning the van....oh what fun, but doesnt it look great when you have finished...nearly as good, as Ann does at the factory!To knock off the heavy stuff I use the trusty Gernie, especially arond all the sharp edges of the side boxes & awning mount points etc...saves leaving blood everywhere....then mix up a batch of truck wash & use a good old fashioned scrubbing brush, works a treat. Very important to remove the bulk of the dirt first before rubbing or scrubbing as you will more than likely scratch the checkerplate. The Gernie is also good for removing the impregnated dirt in the sealant around the windows etc....but be careful using the Gernie in these ares as prolonged application could damage/dislodge the sealant. Care should also be taken when using near the decals.Tony H19'6" ATV #848LC 200 Diesel with twin hair dryers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest NIKNOFF Posted October 14, 2008 Report Share Posted October 14, 2008 Chemtech CT18 truck wash & Chemtech Blitz allumium cleaner, if you want to go the extra yards Chemtech Alushine for the polish.Good to hear your concerned about the old girls looks John & Jo Mick Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John and Jo Posted October 20, 2008 Author Report Share Posted October 20, 2008 Thanks for the info i had heard of "purple" was not to sure if it works.Mick we still love the van and yes still looking after it .Wont be able to get away till feb. who said that when your retiredyou have plenty of time to get away? :laugh: :laugh: Cheers John Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lynda and len Posted November 4, 2008 Report Share Posted November 4, 2008 We have just come home from 4 months away Darwin, King Ash Bay, Karumba where there was plenty of red dirt.We used jiff cream cleanser (just household bottle from woolies) this time to clean the van and it was much easier then others we have used no harsh scratching,seem to clean the checker plate better as well as the white sides. The gerni too off course.I found it very easy ......watching Len clean the van. Len and Lynda Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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