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Vantec Protection


Hi all, ist wondering does anyone have Vantec Protection, on their van or motorhome, is so what are your thoughts both good or bad.

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Gday...

When I bought my van new in Dec 2008, I was offered Vantec. My first thoughts were "all paint protection products are a waste of time", from experience I have had with such offers to 'protect your car's paint'.

After a few weeks thought, I decided that $1,340 was a small price to pay to 'protect' my $67,000 investment in a van that was going to be my home, travelling full-time, and to never be under cover.

Now, almost seven years later, it has proven the best money I spent on the van.

As I said, I travel full-time and it lives in all weathers in every state and territory and has never been under cover. I wash the van probably only twice a year using a 'car wash'.

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However, because the front of the van gets the bugs and road grime constantly, I wash that often with a sponge and clean water only. Bugs and grime come off with a minimum of effort.

The paint/aluminium is still like new. 

Obviously, given my experience, I would recommend Vantec if your van is to be subjected to constant weather exposure. However, I would not bother with the 'internal' fabric protection offered by Vantec - I had it done but doubt if it really did anything better than any other product - and if you never spill anything on the fabric it would definitely be a waste of time.

[edit: I would only recommend the application of Vantec on a BRAND NEW van - I very much doubt it will restore a van that has already had exposure to the elements]

Cheers - John



-- Edited by rockylizard on Friday 11th of September 2015 08:50:52 AM

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Thanks John, your review has helped me greatly to make my decision. I do think it will be well worth it to protect our investment
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I have seen Rockies van and yes it looks new, so much so it convinced me to have Vantec done to me new home before I picked it up nearly 12 months ago. I washed it just before leaving Townsville a couple of weeks ago and it was so easy, no effort required. I found some cleaning product from Vantec in a cupboard but after asking about cleaning on this forum I will use the product Rocky has put a pic of when I run out of the VT one.



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Thanks Doug, geez can't believe you have had your new van 12 months seems like only yesterday you switched from the avan.



-- Edited by gregnshas on Friday 11th of September 2015 06:15:36 PM



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Hi, we had Vantec applied to our new Goldstar Caravan 3 years ago, if I remember the cost was around $2000, must admit I have been very disappointed with the overall long term result, three years later the white fiberglass surface was 'chalky' when you wiped your hand over it, the Van during that time was exposed to the weather, but I did think that the 'protection' should have coped with that.. ( we have now sold this Van and ordered a new one). Ceramic Pro is one of the ones that is on my short list for our new Caravan.

The new Vantec Next Gen that they are advertising could be a game changer as it is using a Ceramic Coating which is very similar to what is now used on vehicles.. time will tell.

 



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Go to a ship chandler to get fibreglass protection restorer products. You can knock two zeros off the price!



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Just a polymer sealant.

Same as this. Don't know why they call it a polish when it isn't one.

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Dougwe wrote:

I have seen Rockies van and yes it looks new, so much so it convinced me to have Vantec done to me new home before I picked it up nearly 12 months ago. I washed it just before leaving Townsville a couple of weeks ago and it was so easy, no effort required. I found some cleaning product from Vantec in a cupboard but after asking about cleaning on this forum I will use the product Rocky has put a pic of when I run out of the VT one.


 You bought a new van mate?



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Better have another single malt montie, that post was 7 years ago .biggrin biggrin



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montie wrote:
Dougwe wrote:

I have seen Rockies van and yes it looks new, so much so it convinced me to have Vantec done to me new home before I picked it up nearly 12 months ago. I washed it just before leaving Townsville a couple of weeks ago and it was so easy, no effort required. I found some cleaning product from Vantec in a cupboard but after asking about cleaning on this forum I will use the product Rocky has put a pic of when I run out of the VT one.


 You bought a new van mate?


 

No Montie. This is a old thread regurgitated from 2015.

 

That said. I have had my van now for just under eight years now and the Vantec lasted 61/2 years so well worth the coast from new. 

 

 

Keep safe out there. 

 

 

 

 



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Dougwe wrote:
and the Vantec lasted 61/2 years

 What happened after that?

I've just got a new-to-me secondhand van and the previous people apparently had this done.  There's a sticker on the door and a receipt in the paperwork.  I didn't know what it was, had to look it up.  Does it wear off?



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If anyone has had any vehicle ceramic coated, or had something like Vantec RV care like me, don't scrimp on cheap car wash.

I use a product called Bowden's Own Nanolicious.

Not cheap, but without doubt the best car wash product i have ever used.

I use it on my car, my motorcycle, and pretty anything that needs a regular wash down.



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hufnpuf wrote:
Dougwe wrote:
and the Vantec lasted 61/2 years

 What happened after that?

I've just got a new-to-me secondhand van and the previous people apparently had this done.  There's a sticker on the door and a receipt in the paperwork.  I didn't know what it was, had to look it up.  Does it wear off?


 
Nothing serious. Just lost a little shine and not as easy to clean. 



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Thanks dougwe, it was apparently done in 2015 on my van, I suppose it will have worn off at least a bit by now.  The van looks nice, but the dealer might have polished it up, I don't know.  Of course, I don't know whether the previous owners kept it under cover or out in the weather, that might make a difference to how long the coating lasts?


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I have been very happy with the 'Vantec' hufnpuf and reckon I got my money worth because the aluminium tent is out in all weather 24/7 since new in 2014.


Keep Safe out there.

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Weve just ordered our van today at the show, Vantec came up at the end - $2600 inside and out no lock in. Im undecided surely the vans are built to stand up to the elements? However big investment sounds like it could be worth it?

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As a lifelong professional automotive spray painter I have a few thoughts on the above comments. Armourall wash and wax is hard to beat for bucks and finish appearance.

Ceramic paint protection systems do differ slightly in performance but all are good, it's FAR more important to choose a good applicator, someone who takes pride in their workmanship. As an example; in the automotive paint field there are many two pack paint systems used by smash repair shops, all have their good and bad points re durability and price but the single most important part is the quality of the spray painters preparation of the surface to be painted, and the applicators skill at spraying it.

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peter67 wrote:

As a lifelong professional automotive spray painter I have a few thoughts on the above comments. Armourall wash and wax is hard to beat for bucks and finish appearance.

Ceramic paint protection systems do differ slightly in performance but all are good, it's FAR more important to choose a good applicator, someone who takes pride in their workmanship. As an example; in the automotive paint field there are many two pack paint systems used by smash repair shops, all have their good and bad points re durability and price but the single most important part is the quality of the spray painters preparation of the surface to be painted, and the applicators skill at spraying it.


 Peter would you pay $2600 to have it applied to a new van?



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In my opinion all these paint protection products are just another way of getting a quid out of you. I cant see there being a guarantee that this will protect your investment as each and every person uses their vehicle (van or car) in different ways, different locations and different environments.

Me - I wash when needed and use a good quality wax twice a year.

Good luck, its really your choice

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Welcome to the GN's Forum Greg, you have linked on to an old thread regarding VanTech paint protection.

These coatings when applied correctly to a new vehicle "may" assist in protection from weathering, BUT! they are a curse to the panel beating professionals that need to have it all removed just for a minor spray touch up.

As Shakey suggested a wax polish twice per year (Not Silicone) is all that is needed.

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