stubborn roof stains

textman · 10-01-2014, 09:37 PM

Got some tough stains on the roof from the A/C condensation any hints on the best way to clean them without damaging the rubber roof?

Evereddie · 10-01-2014, 10:03 PM

Me two.

asquared · 10-01-2014, 10:18 PM

Me three. Just bought the fiver in July (although it was born in Feb). Already have stains we can't get up near the AC.

Evereddie · 10-01-2014, 10:33 PM

Hmm? So far it's a Carolina thread. Come on Coot, chime in here!

Prothos · 10-02-2014, 07:13 AM

Same issue in Texas

Evereddie · 10-02-2014, 08:01 AM

I wonder if there is a mod we can do that will provide a drain path for the water so it isn't running directly on the roof. Some kind of small hose or channel to the gutter. Or even better, all the way to the ground.

Witch Doctor · 10-02-2014, 08:17 AM

more then likely are you seeing kinda rust color? If you are staining it is coming from your Evaporator pan and coil needs cleaning, They make a coil cleaner. might help. As far as the roof, just plain old rubber roof cleaner.

BombDoc · 10-02-2014, 08:40 AM

I took other's recommendations on the forum and tried Totally Awesome. I purchased it from the dollar store in 1 quart spray bottles because the bigger gallon jugs were all sold. The lady in the aisle said they have a hard time keeping it in stock. My 5'er is 36' long and cleaning the roof is a JOB!!! I try to do it twice a year. The Totally Awesome works better than anything I have found previously, to include Tilex. Be sure to dilute it according to the instructions. I used it straight on tough stains and was very impressed. I purchased 4 quart bottles and used one on the roof with warm water mixed in a bucket. Dipped a brush in the bucket and went to town. Use plenty of water to rinse, I could see the places on the sides of the trailer where I didn't rinse well. It was hot out when I did it last and the spots where I didn't rinse well, left white streaks on the fiberglass sides. So, once I finished the roof, I did the rest of the trailer with warm soap and water. I was very impressed with the Totally Awesome. I am on 4 acres and parked under oak trees. Not a lot I can do about them, they drop leaves constantly. Good luck and post pics!

mark0224 · 10-02-2014, 08:52 AM

I was told to use spic and span in a bucket of water and a brush, not to stiff a brush. It took all the dirt off. This time I'm using the stuff from camco and sealing it too.

mud yapster · 10-02-2014, 09:04 AM

I used this stuff and I was very disappointed in the cleaner and the UV protectant. The cleaner didn't clean much besides loose dirt and I mixed it twice as strong as recommended and it still wouldn't remove the stains on a new roof. Then I applied the UV protectant and wasn't impressed either so don't waste your money on this stuff.

I'm sure Dawn dish washing soap would have been better and then a coat of 303 protectant.

don't waste your cash on this stuff!!!
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Evereddie · 10-02-2014, 10:34 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BombDoc

I took other's recommendations on the forum and tried Totally Awesome. I purchased it from the dollar store in 1 quart spray bottles because the bigger gallon jugs were all sold.

Is that store actually call "Dollar Store"? Or is it Dollar Tree, or Dollar General, or Family Dollar, ....? I don't usually go to these type of stores but this product sounds like it does the trick for many.

Witch Doctor · 10-02-2014, 10:41 AM

I know Dollar General carries it.

mud yapster · 10-02-2014, 10:41 AM

X2 on the Totally Awsome stuff I need to get some and try it also

M&K Hoffman · 10-02-2014, 11:17 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Evereddie

Is that store actually call "Dollar Store"? Or is it Dollar Tree, or Dollar General, or Family Dollar, ....? I don't usually go to these type of stores but this product sounds like it does the trick for many.

Stores that carry Totally Awesome

Evereddie · 10-02-2014, 11:32 AM

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Originally Posted by MEHoffman

Stores that carry Totally Awesome

Thanks! Sounds like all of them.

whj77372 · 10-02-2014, 02:45 PM

I do know that you must be careful with roof cleaner on the sides and it must be washed off the sides with water very soon and not to let it sit on the sides. I don't know how you would stop the water from running off of the roof from the ACs, I have two of them and I would think that it is easier to clean the stains. Good Luck

M&K Hoffman · 10-02-2014, 02:53 PM

I have used powered Spic N Span mixed to strongest suggested mix and had great results cleaning the roof on my old trailer. Plan to use it on my new roof before winter as it was on dealers lot for several months before we purchased the unit.

gasman6674 · 10-02-2014, 02:58 PM

I use the liquid car wash soap undiluted on my old class C roof and it did a very good job. I used a 2 gal pump spray to put it on.

rana · 10-02-2014, 03:17 PM

Anyone try the baking soda and white vinegar trick?

asquared · 10-02-2014, 03:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gljurczyk

more then likely are you seeing kinda rust color? If you are staining it is coming from your Evaporator pan and coil needs cleaning, They make a coil cleaner. might help. As far as the roof, just plain old rubber roof cleaner.

Do you think that the coils need to be cleaned on a brand new unit? Again, purchased in July, built in Feb 2014.

Quote:

Originally Posted by BombDoc

I took other's recommendations on the forum and tried Totally Awesome. I purchased it from the dollar store in 1 quart spray bottles because the bigger gallon jugs were all sold. The lady in the aisle said they have a hard time keeping it in stock. My 5'er is 36' long and cleaning the roof is a JOB!!! I try to do it twice a year. The Totally Awesome works better than anything I have found previously, to include Tilex. Be sure to dilute it according to the instructions. I used it straight on tough stains and was very impressed. I purchased 4 quart bottles and used one on the roof with warm water mixed in a bucket. Dipped a brush in the bucket and went to town. Use plenty of water to rinse, I could see the places on the sides of the trailer where I didn't rinse well. It was hot out when I did it last and the spots where I didn't rinse well, left white streaks on the fiberglass sides. So, once I finished the roof, I did the rest of the trailer with warm soap and water. I was very impressed with the Totally Awesome. I am on 4 acres and parked under oak trees. Not a lot I can do about them, they drop leaves constantly. Good luck and post pics!

We use totally awesome. Used it on old tt with ok results. Tried it on the fiver, again only had it 3 months and couldn't get the stain off the roof. And yes you can get it at dollar General. That's where we got it.

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