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In talking with LTV, they did say that covered storage is what they recommend.  For those of us that do not have that luxury, they suggested that we look at anything that can shield the front dash, side windows, ceiling fans and skylights, and be sure to keep it clean and polished.  For the polishing, they sent this from the manufacturer of the products they use to seal our vans.

 How to Maintain, Care for and Repair the finish on your new RV

To make sure you maximize the benefits of the paint finish, use the following guide to
take care of your finish.
 Wash your vehicle often, especially when exposed to salty, dusty, acidic or alkaline
environments.
 When washing your vehicle, use commercially available car wash soaps, specifically
designed for washing cars. Theses soaps are non-abrasive and have a neutral pH
(non acidic or alkaline) detergent. Do not use solvent-based solutions for washing
large areas.
 During the first 30 days when the finish is still fresh, clean the vehicle with water
rinse only. Pressure washers used when paint is still fresh could affect the finish.
Avoid high pressure too close to areas that have stone chips.
Pressure washers can and will damage the paint when high pressure greater
than 1700 PSI and water hotter than 120° F is used within 12 inches of the
surface.
 Do not wash vehicle using extremely hot water or while the surface is hot.
(Do not wash vehicle in the hot sun)
 Avoid washing with stiff bristles. Soft cloth and felt brushes are recommended. Avoid
machine type automated washing systems.
 Do not allow spilled gasoline, anti-freeze, brake fluid, or windshield washer fluid to
stand on the paint – remove immediately by rinsing with water.
 Do not wax for the first 60 days.
 Ice and snow should be brushed, not scraped off.
 Have any paint nicks or scratches repaired as soon as they occur to protect against
corrosion.
 Should your RV finish become damaged, have it repaired as soon as possible.
Specify the product used for the original finish. This will assure you the best possible
color match and the same durability and appearance as when your vehicle was new.
For more information, see our website at: axaltacoatingsystems.com