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Title: Stained siding
Post by: Cary and Don on May 14, 2012, 07:25:24 PM
Our Eagle has stains where the gutters have run down the side.  We read that you shouldn't buff the aluminum.  We bought some aluminum wheel cleaner but it doesn't even touch the water stains.  It looks like the stains are actually in the metal.  Any ideas on how to get the stains off or fix it without buying new siding?

Don and Cary
1973 05 Eagle
GM 4107
Neoplan AN340
Title: Re: Stained siding
Post by: Gerry4104 on May 14, 2012, 10:37:27 PM
got the same problem on my 4104 on my bay doors....funny i was going to post for suggestions here too....

lookin for that miracle fix that i dont know of....
Title: Re: Stained siding
Post by: Dreamscape on May 15, 2012, 07:09:44 AM
Not much hope that I know of. We have original alum siding and it shows stains and discoloration. It's part of the nostalgic look! ::)

Once it's through the anodizing all the protection is gone. Some have had luck with applying WD40 or similar to help give the illusion of giving it's life back.
Title: Re: Stained siding
Post by: 06 Bill on May 15, 2012, 07:37:12 AM
Cary & Don     Look for a product called Sheila Shine and give it a try, amazing stuff. Generally sold by companies 
having to do with restaurant maintenance etc. I can order from home depot lowes etc. around MA.     06 Bill
Title: Re: Stained siding
Post by: eagle19952 on May 15, 2012, 09:38:41 AM
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This is a comprehensive dissertation on the subject from an aircraft restoration nut....
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