First go - ceramic coating, experienced detailer

[kantonburg]

I'm leaning towards one coat only, to start with my first car.


The first time is always like that I guess, I'll need to get my things right to make it a success.


Another thought is that I would feel more comfortable if I coat panel by panel ..or maybe 2 at once!?

Apart from needing numerous applicators would you recommend doing so ?!? Lets say hood and roof today, trunk and back doors tomorrow, etc.

What do you think ?!?

Others with more experience will chime in, but I followed the shoulder width apart (2'x2' section at a time). Then again I was outside, although under a carport. I wasn't hot or humid the day I coated, but it flashed fast enough by the time I turned around to grab a towel it was ready to wipe off. The more humid it is, even if in a garage will affect flash time. I think most would recommend doing a small section, like the trunk to time what your flash time would be.

Just reading and asking questions the main thing is have everything ready. Coating, applicator, towels, gloves, etc. readily accessible. You don't want to be looking for things once you start coating.

[Danube]

Just reading and asking questions the main thing is have everything ready. Coating, applicator, towels, gloves, etc. readily accessible. You don't want to be looking for things once you start coating.

I know, that's why I'm asking so many questions ..

[kantonburg]

I know, that's why I'm asking so many questions ..

I did too. No question is a dumb question. If you don't know. No all info on YT regarding detailing is good practice. That is why I really like Mike's page. He's very detailed and his videos aren't heavily edited. He knows his stuff. He has a thread here, but he was chosen to be on competition ready (TV Show) a few years ago. He has answered most questions I asked on his videos. Even if they are 2-3 years old. I'm still a newbie here with coatings. I've only coated our car. It was a week ago today. My first one.

[opie]

I'm leaning towards one coat only, to start with my first car.


The first time is always like that I guess, I'll need to get my things right to make it a success.


Another thought is that I would feel more comfortable if I coat panel by panel ..or maybe 2 at once!?

Apart from needing numerous applicators would you recommend doing so ?!? Lets say hood and roof today, trunk and back doors tomorrow, etc.

What do you think ?!?

Never used carpro coatings, only gyeon. But If its your first time, dont get too wild and ahead of yourself on coating to much at once. Get a feel for flash/wipe off times first. Learn the products limits and your limits.

Use a different applicator or other side of applicator if you are not applying coating all the same time

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[kantonburg]

I know, that's why I'm asking so many questions ..

Jeff from Gyeon has a few good posts here. This was posted today by Pan

Which Ceramic Coating Is The Right One For You? - YouTube

[Danube]

Never used carpro coatings, only gyeon. But If its your first time, dont get too wild and ahead of yourself on coating to much at once. Get a feel for flash/wipe off times first. Learn the products limits and your limits.

Use a different applicator or other side of applicator if you are not applying coating all the same time

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I actually ordered CarPro Cquartz UK 3.0 - (50ml kit with Reload) ... under impression this is one of the best out there.

Still watching the YT videos about the application.

Hopefully it ends up well.

[The Guz]

I actually ordered CarPro Cquartz UK 3.0 - (50ml kit with Reload) ... under impression this is one of the best out there.

Still watching the YT videos about the application.

Hopefully it ends up well.

Keep in mind that CarPro recommends two layers. Doesn’t mean you have to but if you want the max durability with it then two is the same ah to go.

CQUK is not slick. Hopefully it comes with Reload 2.0.

[PaulMys]

I actually ordered CarPro Cquartz UK 3.0 - (50ml kit with Reload) ... under impression this is one of the best out there.

Still watching the YT videos about the application.

Hopefully it ends up well.

You might want to refer to an actual pro who has tons of documented experience with all coatings, and not rely on most YouTubers...

Keep in mind that CarPro recommends two layers. Doesn’t mean you have to but if you want the max durability with it then two is the same ah to go.

CQUK is not slick. Hopefully it comes with Reload 2.0.

^^^^ Like This Guy ^^^^

[Danube]

Keep in mind that CarPro recommends two layers. Doesn’t mean you have to but if you want the max durability with it then two is the same ah to go.

CQUK is not slick. Hopefully it comes with Reload 2.0.

Aghh, I actually like one coat and as slicky as possible. Wrong product for my liking obviously.



Will change my order now to Gyeon Q2 MOHS EVO

[Game]

You guys really have me rethinking my intention of getting UK3.0.