LiveWorkDream Posted August 17, 2015 Report Share Posted August 17, 2015 Does anyone have ideas/tips/product suggestions to remove engine oil stains on a fiberglass fith wheel? Our Dodge RAM engine blew an engine seal coming across Utah the other day. The engine survived thankfully but our new-to-us (!) RV is a mess. It got covered with grease just about everywhere and the 105-degree temps just baked it in. We cleaned it as best we could at a truck wash, but there are still stains all over the fiberglass and even worse on the plastic door and window trim, wheel fenders, etc. Not sure about the best way to attack this without messing up our new clear coat or the plastic, so any tips you might have would be greatly appreciated. Thank you! Rene & JimExploring North America since 2007. SKP #103,274 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest THE TRAILERKING Posted August 17, 2015 Report Share Posted August 17, 2015 Did you try some CASTROL Super Clean? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LFDR3116 Posted August 17, 2015 Report Share Posted August 17, 2015 I would try WD 40. It's shouldn't hurt the fiberglass and it is a great cleaner for many things. Pat DeJong Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alie&Jim's Carrilite Posted August 17, 2015 Report Share Posted August 17, 2015 Green stuff degreaser followed by Dawn detergent mixed with regular water. You will have to wax your RV because the soap will strip it. Alie & Jim + 8 paws 2017 DRV Memphis BART- 1998 Volvo 610 Lil'ole 6cyl Cummins Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skp51443 Posted August 17, 2015 Report Share Posted August 17, 2015 Simple Green would be my try, we had issues with diesel oil stains on a vehicle and it did a decent job. Use a soft cloth (towel or old T-shirt) gently applied and cleaned often. The oil wasn't so much the problem, the hard to remove stuff was the carbon particles. First rule of computer consulting: Sell a customer a Linux computer and you'll eat for a day. Sell a customer a Windows computer and you'll eat for a lifetime. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ronmon Posted August 18, 2015 Report Share Posted August 18, 2015 WD-40 -----worked for me. Behind a MH that blew a seal all over my truck & 5W. Ron Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LiveWorkDream Posted August 18, 2015 Author Report Share Posted August 18, 2015 Great suggestions, thank you so much. We have only taken it to a truck wash, and their degreaser didn't do squat. We'll work our way down these ideas and post about what worked. Really appreciate it, thanks. Rene & JimExploring North America since 2007. SKP #103,274 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jimalberta Posted August 18, 2015 Report Share Posted August 18, 2015 I'll second the dawn detergent. <p>....JIM and LINDA......2001 American Eagle 40 '.towing a GMC Sierra 1500 4X4 with RZR in the rear. 1999 JEEP Cherokee that we tow as well. IT IS A CONTENTED MAN WHO CAN APPRECIATE THE SCENERY ALONG A DETOUR. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wrknrvr Posted September 2, 2015 Report Share Posted September 2, 2015 If the above suggestions do not work totally, although they should. Then go to a NAPA dealer and get some Kleenz Easyy. It is what is used before spray painting to remove oil products, silicone and even finger prints. Then it will be time for wax again. Safe Travels, Vern Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wrknrvr Posted September 2, 2015 Report Share Posted September 2, 2015 If the above suggestions do not work totally, although they should. Then go to a NAPA dealer and get some Kleenz Easyy. It is what is used before spray painting to remove oil products, silicone and even finger prints. Then it will be time for wax again. Safe Travels, Vern Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coleen Posted September 10, 2015 Report Share Posted September 10, 2015 When we need to remove oil and grease, we use a solution of half rubbing alcohol and half ammonia. Don't breath the stuff. Coleen Sykora Escapees Life Member #19747 Workers On Wheels Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RV_ Posted September 10, 2015 Report Share Posted September 10, 2015 Gel Gloss http://www.campingworld.com/shopping/item/gel-gloss-12-oz-aerosol/4585&affiliateid=5571 Not the Gel Gloss RV cleaner and wax like this: http://www.campingworld.com/shopping/item/gel-gloss-rv-cleaner-gallon/18003 They are completely different. The Gel Gloss cleaner in the first link goes a long way and is used very sparingly. Once you get the hang of it, it is the go to cleaner for black streaks etc. No elbow grease and it leaves a nice shine. RV/Derekhttp://www.rvroadie.com Email on the bottom of my website page.Retired AF 1971-1998 When you see a worthy man, endeavor to emulate him. When you see an unworthy man, look inside yourself. - Confucius “Those who can make you believe absurdities, can make you commit atrocities.” ... Voltaire Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LFDR3116 Posted September 10, 2015 Report Share Posted September 10, 2015 Has the OP tried any of the suggested items yet? Did it work? Pat DeJong Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LiveWorkDream Posted September 10, 2015 Author Report Share Posted September 10, 2015 Has the OP tried any of the suggested items yet? Did it work? Oh sorry I forgot to update, thanks for asking. We went through a ton of products. Dawn didn't work, neither did some eco-friendly degreasers. We found that WD-40 took a bunch off on certain plastics, I wrote about it here. This (supposedly) eco-friendly stuff also worked on tougher areas, but we had to rub it in with a palm sander and non-abrasive microfiber cloth. It left it slightly dull in places but nothing that a quick waxiing didn't take care of. Yes, it was a hideous, all day project. That oil was baked in good. Rene & JimExploring North America since 2007. SKP #103,274 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest THE TRAILERKING Posted September 10, 2015 Report Share Posted September 10, 2015 So did you actually try this??? http://www.acehardware.com/product/index.jsp?productId=1451528 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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