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01-12-2020, 06:18 PM | #23 | |
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I'm only two months in, but washing has been largely reduced to pressure washing and toweling. I will ceramic coat my next car in a heartbeat. |
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01-13-2020, 07:20 PM | #24 |
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Spring cleaning should clear out space for the garage. Unfortunately, the shed is full too.
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01-21-2020, 12:43 AM | #25 |
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I had CQuartz Finest Reserve applied on top of my PPF and it's been great. A lot of depth now in the Carbon Black paint. I would highly suggest ceramic coating the rims. Will make cleaning much much easier. Very hydrophobic.
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02-18-2020, 06:47 PM | #26 | |
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Any feedback on how swirls develop over the layer of ceramic pro (any brand of paint protection for that matter) over time? |
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02-19-2020, 07:00 AM | #27 |
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Ceramic coating over the paint protection film?
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02-19-2020, 08:49 AM | #28 |
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Yep - I did the same thing but with Xpel PPF and their ceramic coating, which supposedly maintains the self healing properties of the Xpel PPF. Ceramic coating is a hydrophobic coating, not really protection. I suppose it does add a sacrificial layer to the clear coat, but I don't believe that it's intended purpose.
The PPF protects, the ceramic keeps the car shiny and clean longer. |
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02-19-2020, 03:59 PM | #29 | |
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02-19-2020, 09:10 PM | #30 | |
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Eager to get my paint fixed up and coating put on next week! In low light the paint looks amazing already, however in sun those swirls really pop lol. |
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02-19-2020, 09:23 PM | #31 | |
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02-21-2020, 02:31 AM | #32 |
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I got my X5 on thursday this week. I have a detailer appointment for monday and the car will stay there for roughly 4 days. Here's the plan
1. Level1 paint correction (front) 2. Stek Dynoshield full front protection 3. Level1 paint correction (rest of the car) 4. Gtechniq Clear Serum Ultra x1 coat (full car) 5. Gtechniq EXO4 x2 coats (full car) The detailer is certified and listed on Stek and Gtechniq websites. It is a long process but I have seen the before and after actual cars (not just pictures) at his place. The gloss and hydrophobic properties really stand out. Also, if this is all done in one work-order, they do give you a huge discount |
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03-04-2020, 08:03 AM | #33 |
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Washing a Ceramic Coated Car
I had my X5 coated with CarPro CQuartz Professional last week. I took a video of how the water runs off the car while washing it. I must say, drying and washing a coated car is so much easier. Must have for dark colors!
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03-05-2020, 06:32 PM | #34 | |
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On a related note, has anyone gotten their windshield coated and had the wipers make funny sounds? I am not sure if my wiper rubber is just a bit dodgy or if its the ceramic coating causing them to squeak. |
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If your not willing or able to pay a reasonable price, your probably better off doing it yourself or waxing two-three times a year. |
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03-09-2020, 08:55 PM | #36 | |
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I think my biggest mistake here was probably not asking him to let me know once correction was completed. I could then inspect the job in the sunlight to find any swirls he may of missed. You are right he did cut back in certain areas that he thought I would not check or where the sunlight is less likely to directly hit. The bloke I used does have very good reviews online and is professional and on time. I think he was probably just pushed for time. The next quote I got from another company that has great reviews was almost twice the cost and they needed to keep the car for 2 days. So of course I wasn't expecting the same quality job from someone that asked for half as much and could come to me and do it over a matter of hours. I guess you need to balance your expectations based on who you go with. |
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04-19-2020, 07:26 AM | #37 |
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It took 3 days for the ceramic coating to get completed .... costed my 700 dollars.. believe you me.. I still regret that day... my original car paint was much prettier
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Why not strip it and and give ceramics another try by doing it yourself? Adams kit is 100 bucks and takes about 8 hrs of your day |
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08-03-2020, 06:04 AM | #39 | |
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Anybody else has similar issue? |
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08-19-2020, 12:36 PM | #41 |
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thanks for the great info guys!
I am getting my new x5 reasonably soon here and the dealer is offering this for "diamond ceramic sealing". Not sure what I should do given the differing opinions here.. I will ask to make sure they paint-correct properly before applying, that stands out as an important first step.. Any advice??
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08-28-2020, 02:04 PM | #43 | |
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Review some of videos comparing products and how they hold up to harsh chemicals, heat, sun and time - months and years. Find out what he's using. Enjoy! |
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PS Graphine coatings are soon to replace ceramics . They are as prone to water spots like ceramic coatings. A few YouTube videos out there on the new graphine coatings |
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