Airstream 360 XC Land Yacht Owner's Manual page 47

AIRSTREAM 360 XC LAND YACHT OWNERS MANUAL
EXTERIOR
The roof of your Airstream Land Yacht motorhome is a fiberglass compound. If it is damaged contact the
Airstream customer service department and ask for the Service Bulletin on roof repairs.
The walls, front, and rear end are fiberglass that is custom painted by Carrera Designs with an automotive
finish. As a general rule of thumb, we recommend the motorhome be washed about every four weeks and
waxed in the spring and fall.
ALWAYS CLEAN YOUR MOTORHOME IN THE SHADE OR ON A CLOUDY DAY WHEN THE
SKIN IS COOL. Oil, grease, dust and dirt may be removed by washing with any mild non- abrasive soap or
detergent. Do not use hot water. Cleaning should be followed by a thorough clean water rinse. Drying the
unit with a chamois or a soft cloth can prevent spots and streaks.
After cleaning and drying, a good grade of nonabrasive automotive paste or liquid wax will increase the life
of the finish, especially in coastal areas where the finish is exposed to salt air, or in polluted industrial
areas. It will also protect the shell from minor scratches and make subsequent cleaning easier.
If your vehicle is exposed to pollen, bird droppings, tree sap, or the like, especially in hot and sunny
weather, wash it as often as necessary to keep it clean. If you do not, your paint will be damaged. Take
similar precautions if you vehicle is exposed to chemical industrial fallout. If asphalt remains on the
motorhome after washing, use a small amount of 100% mineral spirits on a rag and wipe the spots
individually, being careful not to scratch the finish.
It is recommended that the caulking and sealant used in external seams and joints such as window frames,
light bezels, beltline and rub-rail molding, etc., be checked regularly. If this material has dried out and
becomes cracked or checked, or if a portion has fallen out, it should be replaced with fresh material to
prevent possible rain leaks. Caulking and sealing material is available from your motorhome dealer.
Caution: Do not use high-pressure vehicle washes with harsh detergents or automatic truck washes.
FRONT END PROTECTIVE FILM
Your vehicle has a 3M protective film on the front end. Wash this with mild soap. Do not use
abrasive cleaners or damage may occur. For any questions please call Coach Guard at 1-800-262-
4100.
BODY ARMOR (NOSESHIELD, optional)
Cleaning Instructions
1. Clean the Body Armor with warm soapy water. Never use solvents such as gasoline, straight alcohol, or
ammonia. To remove tar, crease, or paint, use a 10-15% diluted isopropyl alcohol solution.
2. Use a soft cotton cloth to clean the plastic (polycarbonate) shield. Do not use paper towels: Paper towels
will scratch the plastic.
3. Once the Body Armor is clean, seal and protect the plastic with a plastic cleaner such as Plexus. Plastic
cleaners can be purchased from plastic retailers or automotive stores.
4. Small scratches can be removed or reduced by carefully polishing the area with a plastic scratch
remover compound such as Novus 2. Novus 2 can usually be purchased from a plastic retailer.
5. A light-buffing compound as used on automotive paint can also be used on the Body Armor shield. Use
light pressure and a slow speed when buffing out scratches.
If you have any questions regarding your Body Armor shield, please call Summit Products, Inc. at (515)
778-8958.
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