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Hi Gent,
Did you get the Kleen Brite at an AC shop?
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Hi judgepw. Yes I did. I bought 2 gallons as I was low on it becuase I did HVAC work before I retired. I still clean coils for people when they ask to make a little 'side' money. I use the PINK all the time & dilute it when using it on coils. I used it full strength on the logs. I spent less then an hour cleaning the outside of the one above as well as used it on all the railings & cross members. I'm very pleased with the results.
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I was uncertain (but not too concerned) if the coil cleaner would kill the grass. Well, one week after applying it, the grass is still alive and well. Roundup does a much more effective job of killing vegetation, lol. I did choose a day when I know it was going to rain in the evening to dilute any Coil Cleaner that was washed off on the ground. Truly, you don't use that much cleaner. I diluted mine 2:1, went over the pontoon 3 x with it, and still have 2/3 of a bottle left. Definitely get the chemical/corrosion resistant gloves and goggles. I also wore a little nusiance dust mask because it made me feel better, lol. I used a spray bottle, which always seem to leak down the handle, and constantly sprayed my gloves off with water. For some reason I think the coil cleaner smells like cumin!
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Charles,
I have read a lot about cleaning the logs. I want mine to shine as much as possible but I don't want to use corosive chemicals that will ruin my trailer bunks. I don't have a way to put the boat on blocks so whatever I do will have to be done while the boat is on the trailer. What do you recommend me doing?
Thank you for the help
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I used toon brite full strength, sprayed it on a section at a time, waited for the foaming to get done (about 3 minutes) and hosed it off throughly. It had no ill effects on my carpeted bunks at all or the grass/driveway (although it did get rid of the oil stains)  . I haven't done it with AC coil cleaner but lots of others have and also had no problems if you flush with plenty of water. I prefer spraying (wear plenty of hand/arm/eye protection) and clothes you won't mind having holes in it when you're done. Just don't do it in windy conditions unless you just can't help it. I and many others have done it with the boat on the trailer although I wouldn't mind being able to clean whats sitting on the bunks 
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Thanks Wildcat Dude, I appreciate that information. This is kinda like drinking from a fire hydrant with the amount of information that is available on this forum and sometimes just a clear cut answer will do.
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The best thing I have found is a two step deal. First I used muriatic acid. I think thats how you spell it. then I used a product called Nice 'N Easy. I bought it from Ace. This is the best stuff in the world. I blows ToonBrite out of the water.
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I hope this question fits in with the topic just fine. How much Nuvite are people buying to do their logs and railings. I was advised to get a 1 lb can of F7, a 1 lb can of C and either a 1/2 lb can or a 1 lb can of S. I'm working on a 20' toon which I've prepped it with sanding. I was reading someone used a 1/4 lb of F9 and still had some left! I'm trying to get an order together and could use some thoughts! I don't mind having some left for future re do's either. Thanks! Don
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Holly cow batman, don't need near that much. I got a half LB of F9, 1/4lb of F7 and 1/4lb of S. Used up almost the F9 but still plenty of F7 and S (but I'm not done yet) and I have a 20ft that was really really bad. Lets see some close up's of your toons so we can advise how best to do what you're doing.
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WIll do. Post it here? I don't want to hijack the thread. Talking with the Nuvite rep is where the size est. came from. I'll try to get some current pics this weekend. Trying to take pics of something reflective is a real bear. I've done some work on one log and the other is untouched. Thanks! Don
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Just post in the show off your pontoon forum, that's the place to show your handiwork. 
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first time poster/reply....this forum is great! I appreciate the exchange of info, especially on the cleaning the toons.....I followed most of the instructions on this forum and my toons which were really in bad shape, are much better now. Thanks!!!
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Good to have you here Verlan. Lot of good info and support here. Any pics of your toon? Might start a new thread in 'Show off your Pontoon' section. We always love pics..
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