Cleaner needed for Faded Skylight

[wicked1]

Anyone know what cleans this? I was going to order a new one in Smoke/Clear since I want to reseal the Skylight fixture anyway, but thought I could try cleaning it first?

[rsdata]

If it is oxidized like a headlamp cover on an auto then try one of those headlight restoration kits from the auto store. Personally I would just go for a new one in smoke... and consider Eternabond tape along with caulk...

[wicked1]

Originally Posted by rsdata

If it is oxidized like a headlamp cover on an auto then try one of those headlight restoration kits from the auto store. Personally I would just go for a new one in smoke... and consider Eternabond tape along with caulk...

I am thinking it will be brittle if I clean it and the smoke won't get so ugly as this clear one after a few years. I will just use Lap sealant to seal this Etrnabond is great but save that in case I need to do an emergency repair ...

[mmangiarelli]

I cleaned ours with toothpaste in lieu of headlight restoration kit (you tube) followed up with lite coat WD40 (you tube). A lot clearer, then had to clean inside as well.

[wicked1]

Originally Posted by mmangiarelli

I cleaned ours with toothpaste in lieu of headlight restoration kit (you tube) followed up with lite coat WD40 (you tube). A lot clearer, then had to clean inside as well.

I will have to try that, but I think I may just order a new one. I have spent a lot of time fixing and cleaning this unit so for $83.00 I would hate to be cheap to make the unit look better and let a little more light in, but trying the toothpaste trick is a cheap easy way to see if it works a little then I can replace mine in the fall.

[Wolverine 1945]

I cleaned ours with Rubbing Alcohol,,,then one coat of Adhesive primer,,, and then applied about 3 coats of White paint !!!
Yes I am a Skylight Hater !!!

[wicked1]

Originally Posted by Wolverine 1945

I cleaned ours with Rubbing Alcohol,,,then one coat of Adhesive primer,,, and then applied about 3 coats of White paint !!!
Yes I am a Skylight Hater !!!

I like the light coming thru over the shower so I would go for a smoked one to replace the clear one that turned yellow. I stay on top of this trailer the original owner didn't do anything so I am playing catchup with Maintenance and just keeping things in clean and in working order.

[donniedu]

How about painting it in leiu of trying to clean it?

[Wolverine 1945]

Originally Posted by donniedu

How about painting it in leiu of trying to clean it?

It must be cleaned first,,, then use the proper primer,,,
or the paint will end up on the ground !!!

[wicked1]

Originally Posted by Wolverine 1945

It must be cleaned first,,, then use the proper primer,,,

or the paint will end up on the ground !!!

Not going to paint, If I can't get it clean will replace with a smoke colored cover instead, I just hate when clear or white parts tinge yellow, replaced my Hood/Stove vent bc it was yelllow, new one is brute white

[Rock W]

On my skylight I've had great results using SD20, it takes the yellow out of some of the white plastic trims too.

https://www.amazon.com/Spartan-SD-20.../dp/B004PKNTCM

[l001952119]

Originally Posted by wicked1

Anyone know what cleans this? I was going to order a new one in Smoke/Clear since I want to reseal the Skylight fixture anyway, but thought I could try cleaning it first?

Attachment 143896

https://www.walmart.com/ip/Meguiar-s...olish/16550253

WORKS using a rag or a buffer!

[mbbutler]

Originally Posted by l001952119

https://www.walmart.com/ip/Meguiar-s...olish/16550253

WORKS using a rag or a buffer!

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[Wolverine 1945]

Originally Posted by Rock W

On my skylight I've had great results using SD20, it takes the yellow out of some of the white plastic trims too.

https://www.amazon.com/Spartan-SD-20.../dp/B004PKNTCM

SD20 is a hell of a cleaner,,, I get it from our local RV dealership !!!

[RV_Fan44]

Originally Posted by mbbutler

X2

yes yes yes

[redstar]

Toothpaste

[Wolverine 1945]

Paint thinner - Primer & about 4 coats of white paint !!!
Nomo cleaning needed !!!

[NMWildcat]

Usually, when those oem (read thin and cheap) skylights turn that color, it's just a matter of time until they crack. Mine usually last 5 years in our sun before I replace them with smoke colored ones that are about three times thicker.

[aceinspp]

Originally Posted by NMWildcat

Usually, when those oem (read thin and cheap) skylights turn that color, it's just a matter of time until they crack. Mine usually last 5 years in our sun before I replace them with smoke colored ones that are about three times thicker.

Using 303 makes a big difference in how long they will last. My last camper was 5 years old when I traded and the sky lights where still in great shape covering when not in use helps also which I do during winter months. Later RJD

[NMWildcat]

Originally Posted by aceinspp

Using 303 makes a big difference in how long they will last. My last camper was 5 years old when I traded and the sky lights where still in great shape covering when not in use helps also which I do during winter months. Later RJD

Ah, never thought of using 303 on the skylight! I just replaced mine, so I'll give it a shot. We never cover ours as we use year round. Do wish I had covered parking though!