Dry the material thoroughly, even if it just gets hit with a sprinkle of rain or sprinkler. It worked a treat. Big Fish John, Contact Kedron they use a pink polish!, but I have not been able track it down in the retail stores. For the record, I am not suggesting to use thinners first!! All of the black bits, incuding the plastic bits are now polished with this. I see what you mean about the Mothers power ball there was no way that I would part with $60 for that thing but I have bought a Black & Decker auto buff ($50) from supercheap auto which I haven't yet tried, The next trick will be to try and get Pauline interested in a bit of van polishing. Specifications aluminum plate. When we install the caravan checker plate we remove the corner edge moulds and place the checker plate under the edge moulds to ensure a quality seal and professional finish. Travelling : Playing bowls. Transport has no borders. Your previous content has been restored. Hot sunshine is just as damaging as snow. Note: Your post will require moderator approval before it will be visible. I have used numerous products but it doesn't seem to make any difference. You are using an out of date browser. Here is a photo of the Black Checker Plate on our 2018 van located under the Queensland Sun but always outside, never under cover. For brand new vans, a non-abrasive wax should be enough. The toolboxes from this collection are suitable for utes, trucks, caravans and trailers. 20ft Roma caravan - Mercedes Benz Sprinter - SA-based at the moment. An option to consider to preserve your aluminum diamond plate is applying a protective coat of wax. Hello, we have black checkerplate on the front of our caravan. Questions? It makes quiet a bit of difference to the appearance. Our black aluminium plates commonly used for caravans, trailers or to make tool boxes, kick plates, trailer flooring, wheel guards, feature paneling, boot liners, shelves and much more. I just use brake cleaner.. 41008 $17 NATURAL WATER CHLORINE DIOXIDE TABLETS 8 X 4GRMS.COT4 $24 PREMIER ONE QUAD BRUSH HEAD. Kedron's advice was not to wash it with any chemicals because that removes the protective coating. Would advise the use of rubber gloves & eye protection. Hard brushed are not advised to be applied, for some checker plate sheets are not hard enough. I think I would rather prep it and mask it all up then paint it myself rather than let jayco pull it off then replace. Thanks Tom, I am going to Kedron on Wednesday and will see if I can track down a bit more info on the pink powder. Our History Pasted as rich text. Kept like this with Wilko's Extreme Detail spray on polish as advised earlier. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Your email address will not be published. You can post now and register later. But like cleaners, you always want to test a patch before applying to the whole sheet. Point of post - I paid $59.95 on a Powerball for Ians drill as it came highly recommended for checkerplate - if you think of doing the same don't bother. Would be good to see if there is a solution. With the acid mix the rear/back panel & locker doors came back to what I consider a very good finish considering the age & distance it has travelled & I expect once the new chequerplate weathers a little you wont be able to tell the difference. Amazing results!!! The Checker Plate Black Collection comprises of toolboxes made from black powder-coated aluminium checker plate. If you want to use a cleaner of some sort, test it on a small patch or corner to make sure it doesnt harm the metal. Always make sure you follow the manufacturer guidelines. Polar Blast will loosen and suspend the storage dust and dirt. Does anybody have anyfeedback on the black checker plate on the new vans? A cut and polish is probably to harsh for an uneven surface. You cannot paste images directly. Look how the replacing checker plate modernises and improves this #caravan.. and it's value. There's just no comparison. Running your finger along the silicone now will take off any excess, without smearing it onto the cladding or J-mould because it has soap already sprayed onto it. It took 2 days with a tooth bush and a lot of elbow grease to bring it back to clean. I have tried the internet with no success. The undamaged parts of the front panel after washing with the acid mix have the same finish as the locker doors & the rear panel. I use a cheap kitchen crme cleaner on my alloy side bar tread plates, it brings hem up a treat. checker plate's protective treads also help maintain its good looks and make it easy to keep clean. I recall from somewhere else on this forum that the newer vans have a chequerplate which is sealed by Kedron and retains its shiny as new look with only washing with water. Spray the homemade cleaning solution directly onto the surfaces (both exterior and interior!) yeah mine is the same but doesn't look as bad as that. You must log in or register to reply here. E35 Aluminum Diamond Plate Cleaning With Carpet - Travel Trailer Conversion Just Keep On Moving How to polish checker/diamond plate step by step. (took me ages and a lot of scrubbing to eventually get things sorted.). Your link has been automatically embedded. I use my aluminium clad trike twice a week throughout the year, next to the sea, and the ali stays clean and clear - only thing I've ever found to work. The polished alluminiun came up better then the day that with picked up our topender 1 year ago.Only used elbow grease no puffing machine. Is there a way to repair or blend it in? 33. Pasted as rich text. 168. We wish to replace it and wondering where this product is available. Strong acid or alkaline cleaning agents are not recommendable, either, since the corrosion resistance of some aluminum pates are not strong enough as you imagine. We did a comparison check. Features: Slip Resistant; Convenient pre-cut and lightweight; Decorative patterns; used in situations that have high demand in anti-corrosion and oxidation. Feel free to email us at [emailprotected] or call us at (800) 935-1973. So far we have tried Tyre Black (looked good but washed off with first shower of rain, WD40 (attracted dust), Nu Look Once a Year Polish (did nothing and it is still dull). Saturday proved to be great weather, and so down on my back under the caravan I drilled and chiselled out the old pop rivets, and with much help from Paul and long screwdrivers we managed to coax the new sheeting into its resting place. I will be looking to maintain the original finish now with detergent and a microfibre cloth for as long as I can. Email: nydia@aluminumhm.com How did your external cleaning of the van go,with all those hints from the forum? Faded towbar tounges. Greetings all. Has anyone had the same issue with the black checker plate as I seem to have, it has a haze on it that I haven't been able to remove, yet. Have the right eye protection, gloves, and clothing. I'm not familliar with Belgom Alu but it sounds like a phosphoric acid based cleaner that will have the same (if not harsher) effect. Clear editor. |. We always recommend just warm water and a towel because harsh chemicals will eventually destroy the finish when used improperly. The black checker plate was also carried around the sides of the caravan to match and the overall result was a great improvement in the look of the caravan. They are weather and corrosion-proof and easy to clean, as well as being skid-resistant. The original locker doors were refitted. Experiencing All types of Asian food I know some manufacturers use Armoral to give it that crisp look when new. If soaking in water for 10 minutes, followed by scrubbing, does not remove bug splatters, consider trying an automotive bug solvent. Cleans the chequer plate but not damaging to paintwork etc. Do you mean we have lost our excuse for not polishing the chequerplate? It may not display this or other websites correctly. Date: 04:41 PM Mar 30, 2019. December 28, 2015 in Public Forum. Keep it out of the elements, and wax it. Also make sure you have enough supplies on hand before you even start. We have had to use "purple" polish on our new van due to the stains acquired from much mud running,red dust and other normal use abuse . Jan 8, 2015. Just be careful if you use alloy wheel cleaner i.e. You can hire someone that polishes metal or do it yourself. Not too strong and a soft brush does the trick. If the treadplate is black it will more than likely be powder coated. RT116 $68 After 10 minutes of dwell time, blast this off and asses. I have been busily polishing our Keddy in readiness for its big trip next March, early start I know but once I leave here in a week I will not see it again until we come through to pick it up and go. Camco Pro-Strength Black Streak Remover 32oz. When you do this, you cut the amount of time it takes to clean and care for the material. I am hoping that someone may be able to help me with a product or method to clean the aluminium chequerplate on the kedron. I dare say that if they offered to replace it so quickly they know they have an issue, could be a batch problem. I have been putting off what I considered was going to be a bitch of a job for some time now.anyway today I bite the bullet. Whether you work in construction, fabrication, or have a trailer, you are probably familiar withaluminum diamond plate. If you take care of your metal, it can last for a very long time. Pets are welcome but children must be leashed at all times, Alloy wheel cleaner from Supercheap or similar, CLEANING ALUMINIUM CHECKERPLATE ON FRONT OF VAN, http://campervans.myfreeforum.org/index.php. I shall order a bottle for Jackie, it will give her a job when she finishes mowing. Another method is fine, dry steel wool, with no soap. The first van had a vinyl stone guard on the front of the van which we replaced with black checker plate. Hmmm Ian probably will not be impress when he reads my credit card statement this month better take something nice back home with me eh. Therefore it is important to maintain it. Step 1 Take the tarnish off. By Hit it with Armoral and it looked like new again. Since my original request for help and many helpful replies, I have been hesitant in attempting to polish the chequerplate on my van as I consider that the original finish has stayed good in spite of several off road trips. An aluminum checker plate sheet covers such a wide range of application that we can spot it almost everywhere. Just PM me. The front panel that suffered 'acne damage' well thats another story, thats beautifully clean now,(& NO amount of polishing would return it to its former state) but has permanent damage due to flying stones not stopped by the stone screen. will have to inspect mine, never even looked that closely at the chequer plate, What about tyre black or whatever it's called its like a armoral type stuff. Factory chequer should be anodized to protect against corrosion. A paste of carb/baking soda may be ok. Hadn't thought about Brasso, but hey, why not. Unaware of Kedron factory process but the manufacturers of the plate definitely do not treat the alloy. Protect youraluminum diamond plate whenever you can. YouTube Reviewer. The best way is to possibly re-polish it. 1900 Proforma Ave, Unit G-2, Ontario, CA 91761. Mud flaps. If something needs to be cleaned, do it! . we ran out of time before we had to head off on our trip to Albury/Adelaide so all of my good plans to have a spotless Kedron on the road went out the window. In areas that were badly stained and around areas where there were rock chips, I scrubbed lightly with a small brush before hosing off. We sell full sheets, custom sizes, along with offering custom cuts. It will take ages to get clean. I wonder if anyone canhelp with a remady for removing all the black mould that we are getting on the roof & gutter sealant on the roof of the van from all this wet Qld weather? Clean it properly, mask it up & get about 4 cans on 150 gram black touch up paint from an automotive outlet. We have a Coromal caravan and the rubber padding on the front of the van has been damaged by stone chips. #9. The powder-coated layer gives the toolbox a sleek modern look. SCA Hervey Bay (Pialba) Blog Car Cleaning How to Remove Oxidation from Paint. You can post now and register later. Avoid using harsh chemicals, cleaners, abrasives, and acids. JavaScript is disabled. Better still, try getting Mum to do the polishing. Step 1: Wipe Down with Vinegar and Water. Sorry John the rest of the gang got it right, I'm just a colour blinded QUEENSLANDER. About to start Jackie on her mission, any thing you would or would not do? About Us You can find this in all kinds of materials such as steel and stainless steel; however, aluminum is the most popular, and has the least amount of hassle. Touring this great country.and meeting like minded people. There is a product made in USA don't know if available here in Oz. Each time I walk past the van & look at the chassis I'm amazed at how clean it is! house,property & pet sitting, photography, AFL (Port Adelaide), NRL (Broncos). Travelling this great land (of course), photography, reading, cooking, sedate bushwalking. E-NOX Clean removes: Limescale, annealing colours, mineral deposits, oxidation and rust. Another trade name for this type of product is Altrans. open to suggestions and particularly those that have been tried and have worked. I bought it from Bunnings at about $16:00 for two kilos. Interleaved with papers between plates. Click here to go to the hand grinding disc: https://bit.ly/2nr08yiMore information on the cleaning fleece: https://bit.ly/33iBBeh E-Mail: service@bio-circle.de Telephone: +49 5241 94430 Shop: https:// www.bio-circle.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/biocircle Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/biocircle_de/#industrialcleaner#aluminium I have been trying to restore that new showroom look that was there when the topender was picked up from the factory but try as I may, this Nth Qld bulldust and mud seems to have stained the aluminium. J Kelly Step by step video of how to turn old looking checker/ diamond plate into a brand new looking piece CLEANING ALUMINUM WITH ACID PLUS POLISHING 238K views Why KADEL Engineering invested in their. Our Aluminium plates can be used for Caravans or to make tool boxes, kick plates, trailer flooring, wheel guards, feature paneling, boot liners, shelves and much more. 41 Products Found. What suggestions are there for polishing it to make black and shiny again. So did you try to hit the checker plate with the polish or this was just run off when washing it? It may not display this or other websites correctly. 51. I had to get some overspray of paint off mine and used thinners. If you do this regularly, you can reduce the amount of time required to clean it on a regular basis. Surprisingly, it lasts a while. Then spread Gumption paste onto the plate, wait until it dries and buff off with dry cloth. Yep i got a clip over the ear for that comment. I went to kedron's today and bought a bottle of 'purple' but Tom I agree the stuff looks more like pink to me too . must be al that ba-mia-ba and wood alcohol that they fed us in the funny farm; anyway the bride has finished mowing the block today so she can start using purple tomorrow after she comes home from the market :whip: Col, thanks for the tip on oxalic acid . have bought a bottle of 10% and will be starting on the chasis shortly! Re mould on sealant on roof. Management makes the decisions, but is not affected by the decisions it makes. RT9510 $79 $83 PREMIER ONE CARAVAN WASH 5LT BOTTLE $50 PREMIER ONE NON FLOW POLE. You have shared very worthful information to keep it clean and restore it back to its original state of beauty. SWMBO says Repco. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. Our focus on only these products allows us to provide our loyal customers great customer service, outrageously competitive pricing, and speedy, affordable delivery. If the vinyl stone guard on your caravan is looking tired or you are looking to add protection with caravan checker plate, contact us at the RV Service Centre for a personalised quote. After cleaning all the aluminiun back I went out and bought some polish which was brillant , It's called 3M chrome & metal polish it's in a 10oz tub,I purchased it from Russco paints here in Townsville Duckworth st $32.00 each.