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For those who enjoy washing their own vehicle or want to take on the challenge of applying a ceramic coating, this page is for you! Below are all the products we trust. Tutorial videos are coming soon!
A ceramic coating is an incredible technology that protects your paint and enhances its gloss and color. However, there are a few truths you should be aware of before you DIY.
1) Brace yourself, you may spend thousands of dollars on tools, equipment, and chemicals to do a proper job.
2) Ceramic coatings do not fill in scratches, so you'll have to do a paint correction if necessary.
3) If the surface preparation is done improperly, the coating will quickly fail.
4) Consumer-grade coatings do not offer a warranty.
5) If you want the best coatings available, you won't have access. Professional-grade coatings are only available to certified installers. These coatings have superior performance and longevity when compared to consumer-grade coatings.
You'll need some basic equipment. A bucket is a good start.
Hudson Exchange (Amazon.com)
- There's no replacement for displacement! A 7-gallon bucket and grit guard keep the dirty water separate from the clean water.
Detail Guardz (Amazon.com)
- The venturi filter lets grit pass through but not back up. This greatly reduces the chance of marring your paint while washing.
Ik Foam Pro 2 (Amazon.com)
- Foams and dispenses car shampoos, detergents, and other cleaning agents to your vehicle.
The Rag Company (Amazon.com)
- you'll need a good mitt. . . or two.
ProGrip Tire Brush (Amazon)
- strong nylon bristles to break up dirt. Good for tires and suspension.
Redline Finish (Amazon)
- safe on all wheel types.
EZ Detail (Amazon.com)
- Good for cleaning the wheel barrel and wheel wells.
Add a little more to your arsenal.
Non-serviceable
Active 2.0 (Amazon.com) $350
- Rated up to 250 hours of operation.
Serviceable
AR Blue 630TSS (Amazon.com) $1,000
- Fully serviceable. 10-15 year lifespan with proper maintenance.
Tired of annoying water spots? Get a filtration system for a spotless finish. (Amazon.com)
Despite the lower cost, these products perform very well! They'r geat for routine maintenance washes. For dirtier jobs, such as cleaning wheels and tires, we recommend going with a higher-end option. They'll cost a bit more, but you'll save time and elbow grease!
Adam's Mega-Foam (Amazon.com)
- pre-soak to loosen and encapsulate dirt. Dwell for 2-3 minutes then rinse. Pressure washer or foaming pump sprayer required.
P&S Brake Buster (Amazon.com)
- safe on all wheels, however, you likely need to apply multiple times. Dilutable up to 10:1.
Adam's Car Shampoo (Amazon.com)
- grab a wash mitt and gently scrub the vehicle
Adam's bug remover (Amazon.com)
- Softens up bug guts before removal. Their hard chitinous shell could scratch your paint!
Stoners Invisible Glass (Amazon.com)
- This is our go-to. It's affordable and does as good or better than more expensive offerings. Great for household use too!
Hybrid Solutions Ceramic Spray Coating (Amazon.com)
- good hydrophobic abilities and very easy to apply. It's a good choice for uncoated vehicles.
Adams Graphene Boost (Amazon.com)
- Adds additional protection to a ceramic coating.
GYEON ceramic detailer (Amazon.com)
- Premium ceramic detailer. Adds extreme gloss and slickness
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Step 1: Strips existing waxes and industrial fallout.
Step 2: Breaks down and removes tar and iron from the paint.
Removes tree sap, paint overspray, adhesives, and apparently lipstick from carpet (so says my wife) (Amazon.com)
Removes embedded iron contaminates from your paint and wheels
Step 3: Removes deeply embedded contaminates from the paint.
Grabs onto and removes contaminates from the vehicle. Use with caution. The aggressive clay may mar the paint. (Amazon.com)
Spray onto the clay and vehicle while working (Amazon.com)
The last step before applying a ceramic coating
Removes oil and polish residue to ensure the ceramic coating bonds strongly. (Amazon.com)
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It's the quickest and most secure motorcycle mount on the market, and I've tried em' all. (Amazon.com)
Wireless Charging Variant (Amazon.com)
Easily and quickly connect your phone to a 'Peak Design' Mount (Amazon.com)
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