R-pod Owners Forum : coating? on new rpod? https://www.rpod-owners.com/ This is an XML content feed of; R-pod Owners Forum : Reviews and General Information : coating? on new rpod? Copyright (c) 2006-2009 Web Wiz Forums - All Rights Reserved. Fri, 28 Aug 2026 01:15:20 +0000 Fri, 05 Dec 2014 10:51:30 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 9.64 360 https://www.rpod-owners.com/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=5503 R-pod Owners Forum https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_images/web_wiz_forums.png https://www.rpod-owners.com/ coating? on new rpod? : Say! Thanks for the feedback on... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5503&PID=54737#54737 Author: rpodbend
Subject: 5503
Posted: 05 Dec 2014 at 10:51am

Say!  Thanks for the feedback on this coating business.  I am thinking less of the outfit I purchased this R pod from for even trying to offer such a thing.
again thanks to all
Loren 
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Posted: 02 Nov 2014 at 12:12pm

Hello, here is Pittsburgh,Pa we get some nasty winters and occasionally some scorching hot summer days. With that said," we use a product called Insulator Wax by Collinite." It's for Marine, Rv, Autos, Aeronautical and Industrial uses. I waxed my 2003 Tacoma truck with it when we got it in 2011 and haven't had to wax it since. The water still beads off and surface is still smooth and shiny. When we bought our pod in August this year we waxed it with the Insulator wax and bought a cover from amazon. All set and our baby is winterized and ready for the Pittsburgh winter. This stuff is amazing and only cost around $13, and it's easy to use. Only wax we use.Thumbs Up]]> Sun, 02 Nov 2014 12:12:41 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5503&PID=53599#53599 coating? on new rpod? : I first used Xzilon when I purchased... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5503&PID=53565#53565 Author: Sleepless
Subject: 5503
Posted: 01 Nov 2014 at 2:18pm

I first used Xzilon when I purchased a new car in 2006.  I had found out that this is what the dealer used, so I found it on eBay for around $30.  A small can was enough to protect not only the new car, but my 2002 CRV and my boat that I use in the Indian River and inshore on the Atlantic.  The Xzilon held up very well on all both cars and the boat.  I currently have the product on my new car, my Chevy Avalanche and my 2014 178.  Excellent results on all of them.  Once the vehicle (or pod) is properly cleaned, Xzilon is extremely easy to apply. 

Why pay hundreds of dollars to have a "protectant" applied to your pod when you can do the same thing for just a few dollars?
]]> Sat, 01 Nov 2014 14:18:22 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5503&PID=53565#53565 coating? on new rpod? : There's a sales pitch video... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5503&PID=53549#53549 Author: HuronSailor
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Posted: 01 Nov 2014 at 10:02am

There's a sales pitch video for Xzilon on YouTube via the Couch's link. No mention on exactly what's covered. No weasel words on what's not covered. 

There's a similar product you can apply yourself made by Meguiar's, $40 for a half gallon. They really don't say how much surface area a half gallon should cover. Reviews on Amazon are overwhelmingly positive. I take Amazon reviews with a grain of salt, but Meguiar's does make good stuff. Link below:

http://www.amazon.com/Meguiars-Mirror-Glaze-Synthetic-Sealant/dp/B000924QO0/ref=pd_sim_sbs_auto_1?ie=UTF8&refRID=16879ZF3NBF73SE7J1NP

For the price, I might try the Meguiar's just for the heck of it, especially if I lived in the Southwest, but I personally would not pay for dealer applied Xzilon. Seems like most RV finishes (with the exception of decals as many of us know) should last the length of the 5 year Xzilon warranty period with just the most basic care before they start to deteriorate. I think what you're buying from the dealer for your $900 is essentially an insurance policy against finish damage. 
]]> Sat, 01 Nov 2014 10:02:03 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5503&PID=53549#53549 coating? on new rpod? : Originally posted by HuronSailorDid... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5503&PID=53536#53536 Author: Luv2Q
Subject: 5503
Posted: 31 Oct 2014 at 8:31pm

Originally posted by HuronSailor

Did you by chance get a flyer or brochure explaining the benefit of this coating? I'd love to see it.

As others have said, wax in summer, cover in winter. 


Go to couchsrvnation.com.  Drill down through RV Financing -> RV Protection Plans.  "Xzilon Molecular Adhesion" is a short ways down the page.
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Subject: 5503
Posted: 31 Oct 2014 at 7:56pm

Did you by chance get a flyer or brochure explaining the benefit of this coating? I'd love to see it.

As others have said, wax in summer, cover in winter. 

]]> Fri, 31 Oct 2014 19:56:59 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5503&PID=53533#53533 coating? on new rpod? : Couch's tried that scam with... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5503&PID=53531#53531 Author: Luv2Q
Subject: 5503
Posted: 31 Oct 2014 at 6:19pm

Couch's tried that scam with us, too.  Happily, our thoughts matched with the consensus here.  Like I told 'em, I can hire a college kid to wax it for $50 & it'll be just fine.  We did spring for a cover, though.  Haven't used it yet.  Spent the last 3 weeks taking delivery & doing some outfitting and, this weekend, we're camping! Tongue]]> Fri, 31 Oct 2014 18:19:42 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5503&PID=53531#53531 coating? on new rpod? : Some of us are able to remember... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5503&PID=53530#53530 Author: Camper Bob
Subject: 5503
Posted: 31 Oct 2014 at 4:50pm

Some of us are able to remember what P.T. Barnum said.  "There's a sucker born every minute."  Some of these dealers must think we are all just off the hay wagon.  Where do they get these ideas?  You "don't need no stinkin' protective coating.  To partially quote a saying from "The Treasure of Sierra Madre."  Great movie.  Anyway, you got friends here who will steer you correctly.  Any questions, check here before writing a check.  Safe Travels.]]> Fri, 31 Oct 2014 16:50:42 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5503&PID=53530#53530 coating? on new rpod? : I vote with furpod but I'd... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5503&PID=53524#53524 Author: Goose
Subject: 5503
Posted: 31 Oct 2014 at 3:46pm

I vote with furpod but I'd say spend a little for a cover. It will save you a lot over time.]]> Fri, 31 Oct 2014 15:46:14 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5503&PID=53524#53524 coating? on new rpod? : I get it !! Probably a new Spey... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5503&PID=53521#53521 Author: rpodbend
Subject: 5503
Posted: 31 Oct 2014 at 2:25pm

I get it !!   Probably a new Spey Rod for steel heading]]> Fri, 31 Oct 2014 14:25:09 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5503&PID=53521#53521 coating? on new rpod? : OH, you only think you are saving... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5503&PID=53519#53519 Author: furpod
Subject: 5503
Posted: 31 Oct 2014 at 2:02pm

OH, you only think you are saving money.. it's just going to get spent elsewhere.. stay out of the podmods section.. Wink]]> Fri, 31 Oct 2014 14:02:04 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5503&PID=53519#53519 coating? on new rpod? : OK! wow! this forum saved some... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5503&PID=53518#53518 Author: rpodbend
Subject: 5503
Posted: 31 Oct 2014 at 1:52pm

OK!  wow!  this forum saved some bucks!!!    I kind of wondered about the whole thing anyway.
It's new and shiny now and we'll just use some elbow grease in a while!  Thanks to all of you, we truly are saving about 900$ due to the good people on this forum.
A big thank you from Loren and Sally and Bear
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Subject: 5503
Posted: 31 Oct 2014 at 1:50pm

]]> Fri, 31 Oct 2014 13:50:37 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5503&PID=53515#53515 coating? on new rpod? : Never had an issue with mine,... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5503&PID=53513#53513 Author: techntrek
Subject: 5503
Posted: 31 Oct 2014 at 1:09pm

Never had an issue with mine, over 5 years now.  Sounds like all those "undercoating" scams from car dealers.]]> Fri, 31 Oct 2014 13:09:01 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5503&PID=53513#53513 coating? on new rpod? : It doesn't sound right I... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5503&PID=53512#53512 Author: David and Danette
Subject: 5503
Posted: 31 Oct 2014 at 12:56pm

    It doesn't sound right I am sure others will have something to say about it. I have never known anyone to have any kind of protective coat added to the r-pod. I think the fiberglass on the r-pods is coated with Luminex or something like that which is very durable. We had our r-pod for five years and never had a problem with the finish on the fiberglass.]]> Fri, 31 Oct 2014 12:56:31 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5503&PID=53512#53512 coating? on new rpod? : Special coatings are hokum.. Just... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5503&PID=53511#53511 Author: furpod
Subject: 5503
Posted: 31 Oct 2014 at 12:55pm

Special coatings are hokum.. Just use an RV wax yourself and save $875. You will have to do it again occasionally, but it takes a very short time to hand wax a pod, they are neither large, or tall..]]> Fri, 31 Oct 2014 12:55:12 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5503&PID=53511#53511 coating? on new rpod? : We are pleased to have picked... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5503&PID=53510#53510 Author: rpodbend
Subject: 5503
Posted: 31 Oct 2014 at 12:20pm

We are pleased to have picked up a new 178 yesterday.  Folks at the dealership are recommending putting a coating on the trailer which they say has all kinds of benefits.  cost is about 900 dollars....

Anyone done this?  

Whatcha think?

thanks a lot 

Loren 
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