Ceramic coating

[dnstommy]

I spent a few weeks learning how to cut and polish my 350. Then applied graphene. It is really easy to apply ceramic/graphene. You just need to make the car perfect before you dot it. Thats the hard part. But well worth it if you are a do it yourself'er.

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[cheeser]

I spent a few weeks learning how to cut and polish my 350. Then applied graphene. It is really easy to apply ceramic/graphene. You just need to make the car perfect before you dot it. Thats the hard part. But well worth it if you are a do it yourself'er.

Agree in the ease of applying the ceramic coating. Just need to wait on the appropriate time to "flash off" and level...need good lighting. Hardest part is the prep process to ensure you have a nice surface before covering it up.

 

[Ewheels]

It's crazy thinking of using a wax or sealant nowadays-it's changed so much.
I first used opti-coat (one of the first coatings) back in ~2010 or whenever it was introduced. CQuartz was another early one. Heck ceramic sprays that you wipe on and off outperform even the best waxes and sealants from back then.

Completely agree! I use the Adams Graphene spray on ceramic; $100 bottle but only lasts 6 months to a year but still better than wax in every way. I'm honestly surprised wax products still exist.

 

[dnstommy]

Agree in the ease of applying the ceramic coating. Just need to wait on the appropriate time to "flash off" and level...need good lighting. Hardest part is the prep process to ensure you have a nice surface before covering it up.

I installed 14 3 foot led tube lights over the car to I could get plenty of lighting to see spots with issues. I spent 2 days prepping the car. I didnt think it would take that long, but I went 1 sq foot at a time.

https://photos.app.goo.gl/VJoT4EuERkjQHpj37

 

[cheeser]

I installed 14 3 foot led tube lights over the car to I could get plenty of lighting to see spots with issues. I spent 2 days prepping the car. I didnt think it would take that long, but I went 1 sq foot at a time.

https://photos.app.goo.gl/VJoT4EuERkjQHpj37

I added extra lighting in mine as well. I also back the car outside to look everything over as well. Surprisingly, its better to have a somewhat cloudy day to spot "high spot" vs a sunny day.

 

[RobZ71LM7]

Yeah, my experience is if it's too bright you can miss the high spots. I actually turn half my LED's off when checking for high spots and pull out a handheld LED work light. I do the same when checking paint correction results.

 

[DFB5.0]

Again I thought it would be a good choice. It's ordered and should be here first of next week.. Gonna use it next time. Got a bottle of FSE coming too in case I don't get the car dry in time and have a few water spots. I normally spritz Bead Maker and run my drying towel over the car, I really love Bead Maker. That stuff is sooo slick.

I was late to the party with Bead Maker, when I did try it, I was instantly impressed. Yes, it can hold onto dust, no it doesn't last long, but not much can touch it for gloss and slickness.

I think the worst part of the product is the name, it sort of sets up unrealistic expectations for longevity and water repellency. If you are applying it at every wash, or even alternated with Paint Gloss, then who cares how long it lasts. Again, the gloss and slickness are what sells it for me.

 

[DFB5.0]

Yeah, my experience is if it's too bright you can miss the high spots. I actually turn half my LED's off when checking for high spots and pull out a handheld LED work light. I do the same when checking paint correction results.

Correct. You need what's called "diffused" light. Depending on what inspection light you have, you can get clip on caps that create that sort of light output.

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