It's actually quite simple when you do the steps in real life. Welcome to my channel. You discovered one of the biggest car detailing channels on RUclips as we surpassed 940,000 subscribers and we have over 124 million views! I have been detailing for 26 years and I love to share my knowledge and passion with my viewers. You found the right channel to help you learn everything about detailing.
I think these maintenance steps use chemicals to wash, decontaminate so this is not as physically taxing. I think in the old days, you had to wax by hand.
@@CrossCultural-c7f Keep in mind the maintenance wash on a ceramic coated car is only done once every 1-4 months. For weekly washes you can more or less just foam, rinse, and dry with a drying aid.
@@Dimorphous_Display Agree. The old days of waxing were more difficult. I tell my relatives about rinseless car wash using less than 5 gallons of water and about ceramic coatings and they stare at me like I’m an alien.
After watching this, I used fallout/iron remover on a car bodywork (used other similar products only on wheels)for the first time ever. Literally though, I had a purple bonnet. Brought back coating in ways I never expected. Keep up the good work
Thanks for sharing! And in spring, you can do an even more in depth deep clean for your coating. See how I do it in this video: ruclips.net/video/oTaFE_p2OAw/видео.html
Thank you for making this video! I’ve done this on both of my ceramic coated vehicles. This completely rejuvenated the coating. The finish is slick and beading like crazy again.
Glad it helped! Welcome to my channel. You discovered one of the biggest car detailing channels on RUclips as we surpassed 940,000 subscribers and we have over 124 million views! I have been detailing for 26 years and I love to share my knowledge and passion with my viewers. You found the right channel to help you learn everything about detailing.
Awesome timing for this video. I just now am having my new FL5 Civic Type R professionally ceramic coated. Pan does it again……gets us the information and technics we need to properly maintain our paint.
@@PanTheOrganizer I had a full frontal xpel paint protection fiim along with xpel fusion plus ceramic coating. I have done my own ceramic coating in the past, but chose to have the Type R professionally done.
I educated myself using your videos to detail and do a cut and polish on my 4 year old car before selling it. It looked better than it did when it was brand new. Sold it within a couple of hours of posting it online. Even though I don’t have a car now, I still watch and love your videos.
Gtechniq makes some quality products👌🏻. Maintenance is key when it comes to ceramic coatings. By following your amazing instructions maintaining a coating is so easy and fun! Fantastic video Pan👍🏻
Polishing a coating isn't recommended, as you would damage and strip the coating. Mechanical abrasion and friction will remove the coating. Chemical decon steps are always preferred on coated cars. I would recommend the following steps: 1) Wash the car with a decon shampoo like CarPro Descale. It's slightly acidic pH will help remove minerals and water spots. 2) Rinse it, then use a tar remover if you have tar deposits. 3) Rinse it, then use an iron remover to remove brake dust and industrial fallout. 4) Rinse and dry the vehicle. 5) Then use the water spot remover, which will also help to remove any minerals left on the coating that perhaps are masking its properties. Rinse, and wash the car again. The coating's properties should be restored at this point, assuming the coating is in good shape and was applied properly and is still within its claimed durability. Also, clay bars are abrasive by nature, and again, not recommended on coatings as you would damage the coating and potentially add some marring to the paint. If maintained properly, you shouldn't have much embedded contamination. In some rare cases where you might find some contamination left after all the chemical decon steps, like a bit of grit in the clear coat, you could use a synthetic clay towel (that uses a different clay media compared to traditional clay bars) and lots of clay lube, in order to lightly clay the surface. A clay towel like this one: bit.ly/43nrfce Or this one: bit.ly/43y0Mss But test on an inconspicuous area first!
Since the discussion is focused on GTechniq , the products i have tried and like are G1 glass coating and the Smart Fabric protectant. Easy to apply and seem to perform well.
Thanks Pan. I took the coating plunge and applied Avalon King to my wife's car and Mohs and Skin to my vehicle. Used all your pre application videos did a full polish on both vehicles prior to application. These maintenance tips are appreciated. Eagerly awaiting first wash on both vehicles. Thanks again!
Great to hear! Remember to wait at least one week before washing the vehicles. Ideally I’d wait two fulk weeks. Welcome to my channel. You discovered one of the biggest car detailing channels on RUclips as we surpassed 995,000 subscribers and we have over 135 million views! I have been detailing for 27 years and I love to share my knowledge and passion with my viewers. You found the right channel to help you learn everything about detailing.
Great to hear! What exact coating was applied to your car? Welcome to my channel. You discovered one of the biggest car detailing channels on RUclips as we surpassed 1 million subscribers and we have over 145 million views! I have been detailing for 27 years and I love to share my knowledge and passion with my viewers. You found the right channel to help you learn everything about detailing.
Hehehe thanks man! I can't even believe that goal of 1 million subs is quickly approaching! What a dream this entire thing has been since I started my channel in April 2016. By the end of 2024, we should surpass that million mark if I still have the energy to produce videos. It's super demanding to produce content for RUclips. One video can take 10-15 hours to produce, and I often film twice as I restart everything in French. Nobody else does this in the detailing world on RUclips. And since I started my channel, I have never skipped a single week of uploads. Iron man medal someone please? :)
Thank you for explaining the foam soap pre wash process! I did not allow it to do it’s job when I used it. I sprayed it on and started washing and just thought it was a hassle! I was just doing it wrong! Wished you were closer to me, I would love to have you do my wife’s Tahoe! Thanks again and always learn something from each video! Keep up the great work!
Great, information Pan I have a purchased my dream car and I want to maintain its beauty as long as possible. Finding your channel was a god send and after watching a few of your videos I subscribe immediately. I have also told others about your channel. Keep'em coming my friend and thanks for the reply on ceramic coating my seats. 1 million subscribers..if anyone can Pan can!
Hehe thank you for the kind words and for your support! It means a lot. Welcome to my channel. You discovered one of the biggest car detailing channels on RUclips as we surpassed 895,000 subscribers and we have over 116 million views! I have been detailing for 26 years and I love to share my knowledge and passion with my viewers. You found the right channel to help you learn everything about detailing. How did you discover my channel by the way? And what car did you buy?
@@PanTheOrganizer his content is amazing literally after two videos I subscribed he replies to your questions from videos that he did four years ago you never ever see any content creator do things like that you can just see her as a passion for it more than other guys sorry to say just do it for the money with regards to the RUclips channels
@@PanTheOrganizer his content is amazing literally after two videos I subscribed he replies to your questions from videos that he did four years ago you never ever see any content creator do things like that you can just see he has a passion for it more than other guys sorry to say just do it for the money with regards to their RUclips channels
@@PanTheOrganizer I found the channel looking for a good spray cannon and came across your content when you compared several spray cannons. I bought a 2023 Corvette.
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Thanks Josh. Yeah using chemical decon is actually recommended to help remove brake dust, embedded contamination, or things like water spots or tar deposits that can mask the coating's properties. And the coating brands always develop chemicals that are compatible with their coatings and won't hurt them.
The Adam's Iron Remover isn't that great. Get an iron remover from a reputable coating brand like Gtechniq, CarPro or Gyeon in my opinion. Here are those three options: Gtechniq: bit.ly/3Na9cAz CarPro: bit.ly/43mzcyj Gyeon: bit.ly/3WPLKM9
Hello again to the hardest working detailer on RUclips! I'm a novice compared to you, but I'm wondering whether your washing regimen, and that of most of the RUclips detailer folks, might be a bit excessive, at least for coated cars. Let me know what you think if you can. I bought a brand new car this year with black paint which came with a synthetic sealant. I wanted a ceramic coat, but would have to strip the sealant, so after a great deal of research I decided to just apply the Turtle Wax Hybrid Solutions Graphene spray 2-3x per year since it gives ceramic properties and can be layered on top of other coatings or itself. I applied it after a car wash in mid-April, it's now early June, and I haven't done a proper contact wash or been back to the car wash since! While I don't drive a lot and it doesn't rain much here, I park outside and Calgary is very dusty, so the car gets covered in dust in under a week, yet a pump sprayer pre-soak followed by a waterless wash is all I've needed since mid-April. I do 1-2 washes per week (~30min each time), it's still easy to clean, and hasn't lost its hydrophobic properties! Also I just use tap water and CarPro ECH2O and air dry, and even if I use the very hard water at my parents place I never get water spots. I just don't wash in direct sunlight or else the chemical leaves minor streaks. I'm not sure if my results are due to my chemicals, my wash frequency, or just dumb luck (maybe I'll have problems once I drive through some mud puddles), but so far I'm not seeing any reason I'd need to use foam cannons, pressure washers, the car wash, or even a sponge and bucket until the winter road salt returns.
The Turtle Wax Graphene Flex Wax is very good, and on its own, I typically see 9-10 months durability in our harsh conditions. Some viewers in gentle climates have reported 10-12 months. So yes it's a very good paint protectant, especially for such a low price. But you still need to reapply more often than a full blown ceramic or graphene coating in a glass bottle. Those typically last 2+ years, many new offerings are now 3-5 years+. They offer even more performance compared to spray products. True coatings have better self-cleaning properties, better hydrophobics, more gloss and slickness, more chemical resistance, etc. But they cost more, and take more prep and time to apply. So it all boils down to your personal preference, experience level and budget. There's nothing wrong with a spray alternative, as long as you stay on top of reapplying when needed.
Just another awesome Pan tutorial! Thank you for all your insights/professional perspective. Wish you were here at SDC. Great time. Met a ton a SUPER people.
Great looking results as Gtechnique makes strong products. The new EVO looks really glossy and slick which should make a lot of people happy. For those worried about the drying aid just use the drying aid when the vehicle is wet and dry. Then reapply the topper when the paint is dry. Sadly I just ran out of their bug remover as the product always worked. I do have a idea for future videos as the use of a primer polish before applying a ceramic coating has been going through my head a lot. Then again this could be a rabbit hole too. Thank you for another educational video full of tips and tricks!
Thanks Neil. I think you meant EXO right? EVO is in the Gyeon line of coatings. ;) For primer polishes, there is still much debate on that. Some like using them, some prefer to just IPA wipe, and then apply the coating. However, having visited Dr Beasley's headquarters recently, and having talked with Jim, owner and chemist, he had an interesting take on his primer polishes and his explanation made total sense. I have been testing the NSP line and I'm quite please so far! Here's that interview: ruclips.net/video/IxacMrFEHis/видео.html
@@PanTheOrganizer your correct Pan on EXO. I must have been thinking about eating tacos! I ann still ignorant on the bindings of the ceramic to the paint. I can see the primer polish filling in the crevices of the paint which then gives the coating a better grasp. I know when I am over my head and this is one of those moments. The Dr. Beasleys video got my attention along with Miranda’s videos about the polish too. Thank you for thinking about this.
Definitely a helpful video on preserving coatings. The only coating I've used is the csl/exo combo. Very long lasting and glossy as can be! GTECHNIQ makes fine quality materials. Ceramic GWash looks interesting. I'll pick up a bottle and try it out. Pan, Thanks! And enjoy the weekend.
Great video on some great products. I have my vehicle coated with CSU and EXO which maintain with only GTechniq products. Always enjoy your informative videos.
I just subscribed to your channel and I find your videos to have informative qualities and very knowledgeable about how to get started on how to take care of your car or truck, I would like to see one of you doing a truck and how to go about how to get a quality good detail. Nice Job Pan!
Welcome to my channel. You discovered one of the biggest car detailing channels on RUclips as we surpassed 920,000 subscribers and we have over 120 million views! I have been detailing for 26 years and I love to share my knowledge and passion with my viewers. You found the right channel to help you learn everything about detailing. Here's a video I made about detailing a Chevy Silverado Z71 truck: ruclips.net/video/g2FPiPkG4MI/видео.htmlsi=25sB5agQIjHlmL5u Also, I highly recommend that you watch my Detailing 101 series for beginners, where I explain different steps like iron removers, clay bar, polishing, protection, etc. It's super simple once you understand the basics, and your car will look and feel 100x better! Part 1: how to properly wash your car: ruclips.net/video/7Koj5j2Es5U/видео.html Part 2: how to clean wheels and tires: ruclips.net/video/omwcNcSYcS8/видео.html Part 3: chemical decontamination (iron and tar removal): ruclips.net/video/W_cyHz3XssU/видео.html Part 4: clay bar: ruclips.net/video/XB8UaTCXuLg/видео.html Part 5: machine polishing (paint correction): ruclips.net/video/ustTEVGMOTI/видео.html Part 6A: how to wax your car ruclips.net/video/KZjiPcsPBrA/видео.html Part 6B: how to apply a ceramic coating: ruclips.net/video/sqQYVjxFqK0/видео.html Part 7: Differences between waxes, paint sealants and coatings: ruclips.net/video/4ejfPHan3k4/видео.html Part 8: How to clean your car’s interior like a pro: ruclips.net/video/Xx_lHXHYpLo/видео.html
Another great one Pan - hey any chance this same in depth maintenance wash could be done but as a sponsored carpro video or just carpro only products?! I love using things like lift or descale but a proper brake down of their line up in a maintenance scenario would be appreciated!
I always wonder how they can claim a certain a product lasts for years and months when people are constantly applying other coatings on top. If a product says it has 6 months of durability, shouldn't it last six months without any maintenance?
Although C2v3 is recommended, it is not required to maintain any of our coatings. We suggest a good wash once a month and a decontamination wash once a year!
@@jacobheinz8236I put a DIY detail ceramic coating on my car a few months ago. It is a multi year coating. I just wash my car every two weeks and every other wash I use their ceramic gloss. I'm barely halfway through the $14 bottle of ceramic gloss after almost 4 months and it's an SUV. I just use it to add gloss to the car really. Couple sprays per panel on a wet car after washing and dry. Costs me a couple dollars a month. For most people you coat your car so you DONT have to do this stuff. I think it's just fun for people to add tons of products. Maybe once a year I decontaminate a coated car and it's also just for looks.
It might last 6 months over the summer with very little to no washing and your car is kept in a garage ..... Leave it outdoors in the rain and inclement weather and have to wash it every week and you will degrade it slightly however the better the quality of the coating the longer you should get out of it
Gtechniq ont de très bons produits merci pour cette vidéo et les explications sont top !! même si on regarde ta vidéo en anglais on comprend très bien. Merci pan !!
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@@PanTheOrganizer I searched for gtechniq maintenance clean and after watching a couple of different channels I found your channel to be outstanding. Clear instructions, well presented and to the point.
Bonjour Pan, j'ai fait tout le processus pour installer une céramique sur mon véhicule, la fin de semaine passée. Je suis satisfait a 80 % de mon travail. Dans le garage ou j'ai travaillé, la lumière n'était pas super bonne et j'ai laissé des quelques tourbillons dans les étapes de polissage qui apparaisse au soleil. Malgré ça ma voiture est super belle, mais pas parfaite . C'était ma première expérience et pour un débutant je m'en suis bien sorti. Si c'était a refaire je ferai une coupe plus agressive au début du polissage. Merci pour les tutoriels, ils m'ont beaucoup aidé. Cette semaine le curage a eu lieu au gros soleil, d'après moi la céramique a bien durci. J'ai triché et j'ai relavé après 6 jours et demi.
Hehe il faut être patient avec les céramiques. Idéalement on attend même deux semaines après l’installation avant de laver sa voiture. Mais bon ça devrait pas être si mal dans ton cas. Quelle céramique as-tu appliqué?
@@PanTheOrganizer CQUARTZ UK 3.0 comme céramique avec des produits de Carpro pour le nettoyage et la décontamination Pour le polissage et les tampon j'ai opté pour les produits chemical guys
The platform ladder you are standing on to access vehicle roof - can you advise size/make and pros/cons? TYVM...BTW, your vehicle care videos are some of the most informative I've viewed. Keep up the good work.
You can use the Gtechniq quick detailer for regular washes. Link: bit.ly/3MTVv7P Or any drying aid of your choice, as long as it's compatible with ceramic coatings. I made a video about my favourite drying aids here: ruclips.net/video/NOTNed04xYE/видео.html
Hi PAN, love all of the videos, tips and tricks!! Is there a difference between C2V3 and the Gtechniq QD or at least distinct use cases for each? I have both but really don't see the use for the QD if C2V3 is recommended as a drying aid, top coat, and potentially stand alone product. C2V3 seems like it would be the go-to product as it seems to be a higher level of protection.
Hey Alex! C2V3 is great for maintenance on a coating or a drying aid! Quick detailer is best used in situations such as a quick wipe off at a car show! Hope that helps!
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I was watching your videos on pump sprayers & I was wondering if you could go into greater depth about the wet/dry/intermediate foam? What products to use with the wet foam. What products to use for the dry foam & what ones to use for the intermediate? All I got was you using wet foam for the tires and wheel wells. What about exterior & interior? What for an alkaline/acidic pre wash or an iron remover. A rinseless wash. The carpet, dash, plastics. Door jambs, etc Really go over what kind of foam for each one. Thx.
@@PanTheOrganizerWith all due respect that doesn’t answer my question. Which products do you use for each task? What foams good what doesn’t? Product waste or no?
Pan Thank you sooooo much for this absolutely detailed video. I just had my new car coated with the nano diamonds you showcased on your channel and I love it. My question is, what would you recommend to care for nano diamond? Would these products be safe for that or do these products work better with Gtechniq???
You can use which ever brand of products you want, as long as they're made to be used on ceramic coated cars (or graphene coated, same applies). This includes being able to use Gtechniq products on your coating. You can also use your specific brand's maintenance products should you want to. It's your choice.
@@PanTheOrganizer thank you. Yeah I got the Diamond Pro tech. My other car had the Carpro ceramic coat. I think I like this better. I’ve seen so many of the products you suggest for maintaining and washing with a car with ceramic coating and it’s extensive and I love washing my car and doing it correctly. So I appreciate everything you put out there and for clarifying.
Hi Pan, Just a very quick question. Would I be doing the Iron remover after the pre-wash stage, or after a contact wash? Though you did it after the contact wash in this video, it doesn't mean that's actuall when you did it, and just my brain is telling be I should be doing is after pre wash but before contact wash. Thank you very much for the post.
Sorry to be a pain but u give two different application pads for ceramic coating One from rag a round white puck Somehow I lost information on second applicator appreciate ur help For the hilly dilly 😊
Great tutorial for Ceramic coating maintenance! Always a confusing subject for me, as I fear doing too much cleansing will diminish the ceramic coating's Longevity. Pan, is it OK to mix Gtechniq products with my Gyeon Mohs Ceramic coating? Hey! Where is Superstar ANDY today !!!???
Yes you can use Gtechniq products to maintain your Gyeon coating. No problem. The opposite is also true. You can use Gyeon products to maintain your Gtechniq coating.
Hey Pan! Great video! Watched a few minutes and saved to finish it later! Question... My wife's SUV was ceramic coated with a 4 year from Ceramic Pro. It also has PPF on the whole frontend. I wash both of our cars on a weekly basis (even in the winter) and after 13 months, the frontend and trunk seems like the water sticks and there is zero hydrophobic properties. I have been washing it with Optimum No Rinse and every so often Mr. Pink from CMG. Yesterday I finally washed it with CarPro Reset, it helped the lower panels a bit, but, the frontend and trunk are still clinging on to the water, as if there was zero protection. Was I too naive to think that washing weekly would extend the need for a decon on the ceramic coating? I have IronX on the way, to see if that will help before paying the detailer to do their maintenance wash, which I believe is the same (or almost) process as I am doing. And, something tells me I should have gone with a different company for the coating lol...
It depends if the coatings is actually dead, or just clogged with minerals, limescale and other contaminants. To find out, watch my ultimate spring coating rejuvenation tutorial here: ruclips.net/video/oTaFE_p2OAw/видео.htmlsi=rkcv0aGqg0qIWIRr
Hi Pan: I watch your videos regularly to learn auto detailing as DIYer. Question for you: Is a ceramic coating that is more than 5 years old be refreshed / decontaminated / reapplied best done indoors or by mobile service? If mobile, can quality results be achieved in only 5 or 6 hours? What price range should I expect to pay for this job? I'm in California. Any advice is greatly appreciated!
Thanks! How did you discover my channel by the way? Welcome to my channel. You discovered one of the biggest car detailing channels on RUclips as we surpassed 895,000 subscribers and we have over 116 million views! I have been detailing for 26 years and I love to share my knowledge and passion with my viewers. You found the right channel to help you learn everything about detailing.
@@PanTheOrganizer Pan I've been watching you for a very long time! As a matter of fact you served as a huge inspiration for the business I currently operate today and support my local community with. I know people sometimes don't pass on the credit but I like to, because if it wasn't for detailers like yourself I wouldn't be here. Thanks man! 🤙🏼
I was curious about decontamination. I have graphene cermamic on all my vehicles and im 2 years and bit in on my wifes daily. I noticed the slickness is going or at least a few days later its gone. A few times i was close to getting a clay bar but i should try iron remover. Ive used carpro lift as a wash and reset.
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Hi pan thank you for another great video with a ton of information. Would you recommend ceramic sealant C2 or Gyeon Q²M Wet Coat for maintenance on your ceramic coating? Or anything else you think would be a good maintenance topper?
Thank you so much for Gteqniq ceramic- I would like to know what’s more care need to take with very dusty environment with 38 to 42 degree…… my car gets washed every day with heavy water (contact wash).
Thanks John. The pre-wash snow foam used here has great bug removing capabilities, so it was like a 2-in-1 product. But yes for sure, for those who use other snow foams, and have bug guts, a good bug remover is always a good thing too. Gtechniq has one of my favourite bug removers, here's a link: bit.ly/3OVWs24
Love the channel... I have a new 2023 white 4runner (2 months old, garage kept) that I am planning on doing a ceramic coating. Do I need to use iron remover? Also, with a new car, do I need to polish (there are no swirls or holograming). If a polish is a must, what gentle polish would I use?
Thank you! Welcome to my channel. You discovered one of the biggest car detailing channels on RUclips as we surpassed 895,000 subscribers and we have over 116 million views! I have been detailing for 26 years and I love to share my knowledge and passion with my viewers. You found the right channel to help you learn everything about detailing. Congrats on getting your new 4Runner! However, a new car is never new until it's properly detailed. - at the factory, the paint defects are often corrected quickly by rotary polishing which can leave marks and holograms, so polishing corrects those, before you lock that in long term with a ceramic coating for example. - vehicles are then transported by truck, train and boat so they are exposed to the elements, industrial fallout, brake dust, rail dust, etc - vehicles are often left at boat docks (when transported by boat) or in exterior parking lots for weeks or months, again being exposed to the elements - at the dealership, the vehicles are almost always poorly prepped using the same dirty water that was used for all the cars on a given day, and poor washing and drying methods leading to swirls and scratches - at the dealership, a layer of cheap wax or paint sealant is usually applied to attempt to make the paint glossy prior to delivery. It's crucial to remove any previous protection before you apply a ceramic coating, as coatings need to bond directly to a virgin clear coat. If you only plan on applying a regular carnauba wax or paint sealant though, you could decide to skip machine polishing, as those protectants can be applied over existing protection and it's not as crucial to prep the paint as well. I explain all of this in this popular video: ruclips.net/video/QgoyrC-5CMc/видео.html So you can better visualize the new car prep process, here are the steps I perform on a brand new car from two of my customers: Tesla Model Y: ruclips.net/video/gohks8xP5NY/видео.html Porsche 911 Carrera: ruclips.net/video/2ckiivbFqs4/видео.html Audi Q7: ruclips.net/video/t7HCBSVnizM/видео.html
Great video. Perfect timing. I have a to a maint wash on a ceramic coated white truck that has rust spots likely from the brake pads. Sounds like iron remover will remove them?
Hi Alan. The rust spots are most likely brake dust (ferrous particles) that embedded themselves into the clear coat, oxidized/rusted and hence why you see those. Yes an iron remover is meant to help dissolve those. You would proceed exactly as per this tutorial. Depending on how bad they are, a second round of iron remover might be necessary. Wash the car, rinse it, apply the iron remover, let it dwell for the recommended amount of time (don't let it dry on the surface, and don't apply in direct sunlight) then rinse and dry the paint. Look at the results. If there are still specs left, reapply the iron remover on dry paint this time, and gently work it in with a microfiber towel, and rinse. That should do it.
@@PanTheOrganizer thank you very much for the detailed reply 👍I was hoping that would work. Didn't want to have to use my clay towel to remove those especially on a ceramic coating.
I love Gyeon but you've shown with all those bottles there, like $1500 usd! Gyeon is so expensive. I love Gyeon anyway. Thanks so much Pan! Maybe you can make another new video covering the same topic that is not sponsored?
Gyeon? This video showcased Gtechniq products... I think you are confused lol. I have another ceramic coating maintenance tutorial I made a few years ago, if you want some alternatives, here: ruclips.net/video/yLiePQRMFc8/видео.html And also, regardless if a video is sponsored or not, I only showcase products that I like, from brands I love and trust. I have made that very clear over the years on my channel.
@@PanTheOrganizer Yikes! Im sorry brother! You're 100% right! I'll chalk it up as a glitch in my matrix lol! Anyway, superior content as always, thank you SO much. You're a terrific person and so darn great at making these videos. I've learned a lot from you.
You don’t use an iron remover for regular weekly washes. Once every 3-4 months or as needed depending on your level of brake dust contamination. And yes you should absolutely use it on a ceramic coated car too.
Iron fallout removers do one thing: remove iron particles. To do their job best, they need to focus on that task. So pre-cleaning the vehicle is a must in my opinion. That way, the iron remover doesn't have to fight through other dirt and grime before getting to iron particles, that can potentially also be masked by dirt sitting on top. So wash your car, then use chemical decon. Same applies to water spot removers, tar removers, etc.
Hi. I wonder if you answer a question, as I watch most of your videos and trust your judgment. I recently had my truck ceramic coated with Gtechniq. However some of the panels don’t bead and I was told that it is due to the fact the panels are plastic and or painted over after leaving the factory. Is this true as I don’t feel they have coated the vehicle correctly. Thanks
I did an iron removal step on my new car (built by Mazda in 2023 in Hiroshima and shipped across the Pacific then trucked to the midwest) and I never saw any purple on the car, therefore I don't think it was needed. Doesn't hurt to do it to be sure, though.
Exactly. Better safe and go through the motions. A new car is never new until it's properly detailed. - at the factory, the paint defects are often corrected quickly by rotary polishing which can leave marks and holograms, so polishing corrects those, before you lock that in long term with a ceramic coating for example. - vehicles are then transported by truck, train and boat so they are exposed to the elements, industrial fallout, brake dust, rail dust, etc - vehicles are often left at boat docks (when transported by boat) or in exterior parking lots for weeks or months, again being exposed to the elements - at the dealership, the vehicles are almost always poorly prepped using the same dirty water that was used for all the cars on a given day, and poor washing and drying methods leading to swirls and scratches - at the dealership, a layer of cheap wax or paint sealant is usually applied to attempt to make the paint glossy prior to delivery. It's crucial to remove any previous protection before you apply a ceramic coating, as coatings need to bond directly to a virgin clear coat. If you only plan on applying a regular carnauba wax or paint sealant though, you could decide to skip machine polishing, as those protectants can be applied over existing protection and it's not as crucial to prep the paint as well. I explain all of this in this popular video: ruclips.net/video/QgoyrC-5CMc/видео.html So you can better visualize the new car prep process, here are the steps I perform on a brand new car for my customers: Mercedes S 580: ruclips.net/video/Vq_tfcwryVI/видео.htmlsi=whord2_UEFSg28UW Aston Martin Vantage: ruclips.net/video/OKga3yZVTqo/видео.html Volvo XC60: ruclips.net/video/tvDBBenhYFA/видео.html Tesla Model Y: ruclips.net/video/gohks8xP5NY/видео.html Porsche 911 Carrera: ruclips.net/video/2ckiivbFqs4/видео.html Mercedes AMG GT63S matte black: ruclips.net/video/eU8zg1lXvXY/видео.htmlsi=oGxoCp8PWt7gTncV Audi Q7: ruclips.net/video/t7HCBSVnizM/видео.html BMW M6 Gran Coupe: ruclips.net/video/0lC9uyKXs8Q/видео.html BMW M340i: ruclips.net/video/etXhJNaF0EE/видео.html Audi RS3: ruclips.net/video/641mAJfKDLM/видео.html Golf R: ruclips.net/video/jr19g4PWJsk/видео.html
This is really interesting. Since my coating I’m not getting any foam or dwell time on the car. It’s like it repels the foam! It’s the same canon you’re using and foam with same dilution I have used countless times before. But as soon as it hits the car, it looks like it’s already been on for a minute or two. The only thing I’ve done differently last wash was to apply Wet Coat. Could that be the problem??
It's not really a problem if your coating is super hydrophobic and repels stuff, hehe. It's actually a good thing. Also, I don't know what snow foam you are using, and what coating you have. Many variables can influence how runny or "clingy/thick" a snow foam is. Not all snow foams have the same characteristics. Also, do you work outdoors or indoors? I have a much longer dwell time indoors, compared to outdoors that's for sure. Wind and the sun greatly reduce dwell time. You don't want to let the snow foam dry on the surface.
@@PanTheOrganizer Thanks for the info. I’ve been using ValetPro PH Neutral snow foam which is not the ‘foamiest’ but works for me as my car is never that dirty. The coating is CSL and two coats of EXO V5. I always follow a wash with Wet Coat and final wipe with Cure. That probably explains the lack of foam! Washed outside in a shady protected area. Interestingly, I ‘lightly’ hand polished with CarPro Reflect last time and it has completely brought back the lustre and shine while still remaining very hydrophobic. I think these spray on / top up coatings are great but they do gradually seem to mask some of the depth and shine of the paint.
What are your thoughts on using Carpro Reset as the pre-wash foam and then using Gtechniq ceramic wash in my bucket to go over the car with my contact wash with my mitt? Would this be a good combo?
Hi Pan, Fir tree pitch/ pollen and excessive dust from a nearby sawmill has ruined previous cars we've had. Just got a new Subaru and the dealer applied a ceramic coat. In addition to washing, what do you recommend to protect from pitch/ pollen, and what is best for removing the pitch? Thank You - BTW, appreciate your videos!
Im sure this has been answered before but do you rinse off snow foam before contact wash or do you leave snow foam on the car to lubricate contact wash?
Always rinse the snow foam before the contact wash. After you did the initial foam and rinse, you have the option to re-foam and hand wash, for even more lubrication, or go directly to the contact wash. The purpose of the initial foam and rinse, is to get rid of 80-85% of the loose dirt and grit. That way you minimize the dirt left for the contact wash, and also minimize the chances of swirls and scratches.
Pan ,can you blow dry after you apply the ceramic spray? Or is it recommended to actually wipe it down? And then can I use bead maker or other drying aide’s for exterior wash’s after I do the maintenance wash on a ceramic coated vehicle. As we know these products are costly and not meant for every wash as a business.
Here’s another ceramic coating maintenance tutorial I made: ruclips.net/video/oTaFE_p2OAw/видео.htmlsi=XQMobHt3RjHi4n2E And another one: ruclips.net/video/yLiePQRMFc8/видео.htmlsi=EJhWRXqGePPFOHW7
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How often would you use a water spot remover on a ceramic coating been using descale every 3 months but i do have some on roof is 3 monthly okay to remove or when ever i see them as rain keeps leaving them
You wouldn't use that on a weekly basis, as those are pretty strong chemicals. You use them on an "as needed" basis, meaning when you see water spots. And CarPro clearly states that Descale should not be used for regular maintenance. Overall, once a month or once every other month is ok for mineral deposit removal, assuming you have a quality ceramic coating that was properly applied. Regular washing of your car is what helps prevent water spot damage. Use a pH neutral shampoo and wash your car at least once a week. I wash my car twice weekly on average.
Pan, you use a lot of brands that I've never heard of so it's neat to see them. I've used R1 Ceramic Coating for my cars for years with great results. I then use Griot's Garage 3-in-1 Ceramic Spray Wax which I know you really like, it's great stuff. The ceramic Gwash that you used in this video reminds me of the Griot's Garage Ceramic Wash & Coat. Have you tried that product? It's also a low suds formula and I use it on my ceramic coated cars. Thanks for the great videos.
Sometimes I wonder is it really worth putting a coating when you have to maintenance the coating after. Might be about the same work to put some easy to apply wax or seal the car every once in a while when you wash your car.
I'd much rather have a multi-year coating, to maintain with a spray product every few months, than have to do a monthly or bi-monthly reapplication of a wax, or apply a sealant by hand every 4 to 6 months. Also, coatings have much greater chemical resistance, offer much higher self-cleaning properties, and insane hydrophobics, among other qualities. But it really depends on your personal taste. Some people love to reapply a wax by hand every month, as it's a soothing experience for them. I totally get that. To each their own. As long as people take care of their car, I'm all for it. :)
Hey Pan, as always great video. Have you tried recently Labocosmetica products? I think they improved a lot during the last year. They also add new products. Hope that we will see those upgraded and new product on your channel!
Hey Pan . I know it’s in a video somewhere but both my vehicles have ceramic and I’ve been using beadmaker and don’t won’t to use it anymore. What’s the best reset wash to get the beadmaker off and not bother my ceramic ? Or if you can tag the appropriate video with that info that would be great and the steps after the reset. Thanks ! Also I just purchased Gtech citrus foam , iron fallout , g-wash , ceramic gwash and wet coat.
Can I do a rinseless wash with ONR/absolute as a maintenance wash on a coated car? Pre rinse with pump sprayer, ultra black sponge, then as a drying aid a ceramic detailer when drying
Hey Pan, once you do the GTechniq 8-step maintenance wash on the car, can you simply do a minor wash in-between the 8-step maintenance wash? And what steps would you recommend for the minor in-between wash?
Yes this maintenance wash you'd do once every 2-3 months. For regular weekly washes, all you need is a pH neutral car shampoo. See how I wash my car weekly here: ruclips.net/video/X0msqeozDBU/видео.htmlsi=vqU6arE6N17anBFM
Hey Pan, what products/brands can I use when washing a coated car with my foam cannon? Can I use Meguairs ultimate snow foam? Or do I need a high end special soap?
It depends what your intention is. For regular weekly washing, a pH neutral snow foam like the Meguiar’s or Koch Chemie Gsf is all you need. But when you need stronger cleaning power for removing traffic film and grime, a stronger snow foam is recommended like the Gtechniq, CarPro Lift, Bilt Hamber Touch-Less, etc. Repeated use of those can weaken even the best coatings so be aware.
I was wondering, is there a specific order to do the decon stage? Example, iron remover first, then tar remover and lastly a waterspot remover. Does the order matter or not?
Super informative video as always! I’m planning on ceramic coating a new car next but I can’t store it inside. Can I use a car cover overnight to keep the morning dew off the coating whilst it cures? (I never use a cover but wondering if I should make an exception here).
So I can use Ceramic G Wash in substitute of the "basic" G Wash? My car is ceramic coated and it's been a few months since I've maintained it. After pre wash, I'll be fine with using Ceramic G wash after, correct?
Pan love gtechniq on the tire dressing on truck tires late have knobby ribs on the sidewalls best way to dress those? Always have a problem getting all the knocks and crannies. Thanks
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Hi Pan! how can i remove micro dirt without using a clay bar, because my car has ceramic coating. paint still feels rough even after using iron remover.
If you really have contamination, and you tried chemical decontamination and it still feels rough, you can try using a synthetic clay towel that won't scratch the paint if used correctly, with a clay lubricant. A towel like this: amzn.to/3JHfrtG That shouldn't damage the coating, but test on an inconspicuous area first.
I think this is probably the 12th or so video of your's that I've watched but I'm making sure I do my research here because we're taking my wife's new car to a local professional to get a correction and ceramic coating done (Gtechniq Crystal Serum Ultra/EXO). Here is what I'm planning to get and use in the following order so let me know if anything is wrong or should be done differently or in a different order All done under our pop up canopy (which I've done for years) so no direct sun and no direct Alabama heat. - Wash the wheels and tires with Gtechniq W4 (is this sufficient for tires or do I NEED something like Carpro Retyre?) - Foam the car with W4 and power wash clean - 3 bucket the W3 ceramic wash (I have the buckets and Carpro's wool mitt already) - Spray Gtechniq W6 iron remover and wash (I don't have this yet. Just finished up a bottle of Adam's iron remover though so I know the stuff is essential) - Spray Gyeon Wet Coat (already have as I mentioned on your Wet Coat video) and rinse off - Blower dry the car (optional?) - Apply Gyeon Cure or Shine Supply Clutch (already have both and I believe they both do the same thing) drying the car with microfiber rags in the process - Apply 1 or 2 coats of T2 tire gel Applying Cure/Clutch spray is the only part I'm not really 100% sure on. I own both of them and would like to use them but if I'm already using Gyeon wet coat, are they actually needed or is it just more protection I'm adding? Thanks for all your informative videos though. Definitely helping keep me out of this rabbit hole.
I would use a tire cleaner like CarPro Retyre for the tires for sure. As far as the rest of your wash procedure is concerned, I'm assuming this will be your MAINTENANCE wash right? AFTER the coating was applied. (Wait 2 weeks after a coating is applied before you start washing your car again). Because if this is the wash you want to perform before a coating is applied, I would say no, as you wouldn't use a shampoo with ceramic protection in it, or sealants like WetCoat, etc. But yes if this will be your maintenance wash procedure that is fine. Good choice on getting a better iron remover, as the Adam's is below average. Once you are done applying the WetCoat, ideally yes you would blow dry the car if you have a blower, it's the fastest way and also 100% contactless drying so zero chances of marring the paint. And after that, you go over the paint a final time with a microfiber towel and your choice of detail spray or silica spray sealant to pick up any residual water droplets (there always are) and boost the existing protection, and gloss/slickness. Or, after having dried the vehicle, if you're satisfied with the finish, no need to add the final spray. WetCoat does the job of protection.
@@PanTheOrganizer Yep this will be the proposed maintenance wash. Whatever coating is on there next week when we drop it off at the detailed will get removed as they do clay, 1~2 stages of machine correction depending on the condition then a machine polishing and whatever other prep is needed before ceramic. They also keep the car 24~36 hours so the ceramic can cure in their cold/clean room. Not sure how all that works but all 3 major detailers have a cold clean room with UV lamps and air purifiers for ceramics.
Pan general question here, was the guy at the Gtechniq booth you were conversing with standing on something because he looks a lot taller than you, and you're already tall!
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I’m blown away by how many products and steps there are to maintaining something that was suppose to make things easier
It's actually quite simple when you do the steps in real life. Welcome to my channel. You discovered one of the biggest car detailing channels on RUclips as we surpassed 940,000 subscribers and we have over 124 million views! I have been detailing for 26 years and I love to share my knowledge and passion with my viewers.
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I think these maintenance steps use chemicals to wash, decontaminate so this is not as physically taxing. I think in the old days, you had to wax by hand.
@@CrossCultural-c7f Keep in mind the maintenance wash on a ceramic coated car is only done once every 1-4 months. For weekly washes you can more or less just foam, rinse, and dry with a drying aid.
@@Dimorphous_Display Agree. The old days of waxing were more difficult. I tell my relatives about rinseless car wash using less than 5 gallons of water and about ceramic coatings and they stare at me like I’m an alien.
After watching this, I used fallout/iron remover on a car bodywork (used other similar products only on wheels)for the first time ever. Literally though, I had a purple bonnet. Brought back coating in ways I never expected. Keep up the good work
Thanks for sharing! And in spring, you can do an even more in depth deep clean for your coating. See how I do it in this video: ruclips.net/video/oTaFE_p2OAw/видео.html
Thank you for making this video! I’ve done this on both of my ceramic coated vehicles. This completely rejuvenated the coating. The finish is slick and beading like crazy again.
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Awesome timing for this video. I just now am having my new FL5 Civic Type R professionally ceramic coated. Pan does it again……gets us the information and technics we need to properly maintain our paint.
Thanks Chris! What coating was applied to your car?
@@PanTheOrganizer I had a full frontal xpel paint protection fiim along with xpel fusion plus ceramic coating. I have done my own ceramic coating in the past, but chose to have the Type R professionally done.
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I educated myself using your videos to detail and do a cut and polish on my 4 year old car before selling it. It looked better than it did when it was brand new. Sold it within a couple of hours of posting it online. Even though I don’t have a car now, I still watch and love your videos.
Cool! Thanks Matthew!
Gtechniq makes some quality products👌🏻. Maintenance is key when it comes to ceramic coatings. By following your amazing instructions maintaining a coating is so easy and fun! Fantastic video Pan👍🏻
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Gtechniq is indeed great!
Lubricity… I like that. Looks like a great, comprehensive line. I didn’t know that clay was too abrasive for these applications.
Polishing a coating isn't recommended, as you would damage and strip the coating. Mechanical abrasion and friction will remove the coating. Chemical decon steps are always preferred on coated cars. I would recommend the following steps:
1) Wash the car with a decon shampoo like CarPro Descale. It's slightly acidic pH will help remove minerals and water spots.
2) Rinse it, then use a tar remover if you have tar deposits.
3) Rinse it, then use an iron remover to remove brake dust and industrial fallout.
4) Rinse and dry the vehicle.
5) Then use the water spot remover, which will also help to remove any minerals left on the coating that perhaps are masking its properties. Rinse, and wash the car again.
The coating's properties should be restored at this point, assuming the coating is in good shape and was applied properly and is still within its claimed durability.
Also, clay bars are abrasive by nature, and again, not recommended on coatings as you would damage the coating and potentially add some marring to the paint.
If maintained properly, you shouldn't have much embedded contamination. In some rare cases where you might find some contamination left after all the chemical decon steps, like a bit of grit in the clear coat, you could use a synthetic clay towel (that uses a different clay media compared to traditional clay bars) and lots of clay lube, in order to lightly clay the surface. A clay towel like this one: bit.ly/43nrfce
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But test on an inconspicuous area first!
Since the discussion is focused on GTechniq , the products i have tried and like are G1 glass coating and the Smart Fabric protectant. Easy to apply and seem to perform well.
Thanks for sharing!
Just did a full turtle wax hybrid ceramic treatment to my truck, so this video comes just in time for future maintenance!
Thanks for watching!
Got w6 iron remover for my birthday and cant wait to use before i ceramic spray my car - the packaging is beautiful imo
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Thanks Pan. I took the coating plunge and applied Avalon King to my wife's car and Mohs and Skin to my vehicle. Used all your pre application videos did a full polish on both vehicles prior to application. These maintenance tips are appreciated. Eagerly awaiting first wash on both vehicles. Thanks again!
Great to hear! Remember to wait at least one week before washing the vehicles. Ideally I’d wait two fulk weeks.
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I recently had a ceramic coating applied to my car, this video is a great help on how to maintain the coat. Thanks Pan 👍
Great to hear! What exact coating was applied to your car?
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This video is jam packed with knowledge. Thanks Pan
Thanks! I always like to give as much information to my viewers as possible. Knowledge is power.
@@PanTheOrganizerYou’re killing it brother. Can’t wait to see you crack the million mark. Drinks on me if we ever meet haha
Hehehe thanks man! I can't even believe that goal of 1 million subs is quickly approaching! What a dream this entire thing has been since I started my channel in April 2016. By the end of 2024, we should surpass that million mark if I still have the energy to produce videos.
It's super demanding to produce content for RUclips. One video can take 10-15 hours to produce, and I often film twice as I restart everything in French. Nobody else does this in the detailing world on RUclips. And since I started my channel, I have never skipped a single week of uploads. Iron man medal someone please? :)
Gtechniq makes really cool stuff. I particularly enjoy Ceramic Sealant. Its a bit better then the big names in its class. Thanks Pan.
Thanks for sharing your thoughts.
Thanks for the kind words Kim!
Thanks for all the knowledge you're sharing. Terrific video! Greetings from Brazil.
Thanks Rafael! Have a great weekend.
Thank you for explaining the foam soap pre wash process! I did not allow it to do it’s job when I used it. I sprayed it on and started washing and just thought it was a hassle! I was just doing it wrong! Wished you were closer to me, I would love to have you do my wife’s Tahoe!
Thanks again and always learn something from each video! Keep up the great work!
Thanks again for the knowledge, tips and tricks. Also great work and great job on your videos
I appreciate it! I put a lot of time and energy into making these videos, so it's always nice to see my efforts don't go unnoticed by my viewers. :)
@Pan The Organizer for me personally they don't
Hey, what's your favourite video on my channel so far by the way?
Great, information Pan I have a purchased my dream car and I want to maintain its beauty as long as possible. Finding your channel was a god send and after watching a few of your videos I subscribe immediately. I have also told others about your channel. Keep'em coming my friend and thanks for the reply on ceramic coating my seats. 1 million subscribers..if anyone can Pan can!
Hehe thank you for the kind words and for your support! It means a lot.
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How did you discover my channel by the way? And what car did you buy?
@@PanTheOrganizer his content is amazing literally after two videos I subscribed he replies to your questions from videos that he did four years ago you never ever see any content creator do things like that you can just see her as a passion for it more than other guys sorry to say just do it for the money with regards to the RUclips channels
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Thanks for the kind words and for your support Denzel. I appreciate it!!
@@PanTheOrganizer I found the channel looking for a good spray cannon and came across your content when you compared several spray cannons. I bought a 2023 Corvette.
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I learned everything from you and this channel. Those products sound amazing. 🙌🏼🔥🔥🙌🏼
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Love the straightforwardness, Pan. Always enjoy your videos. Have a fantastic week ahead!! 👍🏼👍🏼
Thank you! I always appreciate your support. Have a great week!
I think I saw pictures of you at the SDC am I right? 😁
@@PanTheOrganizer Yes, that was me in the royal blue shirt (PapaSmurf918 also had a royal blue shirt on 😊). Absolutely fantastic day with all of them from the first moment to the last moment. Such a wonderful group of people. 👍🏼👍🏼
They sure are!
This is going to be good.
I just ceramic coated both of my cars :p
Thanks for watching! Which coating did you apply on your cars?
@@PanTheOrganizer Crystal Serum Light on one and Gyeon One on the other.
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Great video! Never would have thought to use an iron remover...would have thought it would degrade your coating.
Thanks Josh. Yeah using chemical decon is actually recommended to help remove brake dust, embedded contamination, or things like water spots or tar deposits that can mask the coating's properties. And the coating brands always develop chemicals that are compatible with their coatings and won't hurt them.
@Pan The Organizer makes total sense! I have Adam's Graphene on my truck...so will pick up some of their iron remover now! Keep up the great videos!
The Adam's Iron Remover isn't that great. Get an iron remover from a reputable coating brand like Gtechniq, CarPro or Gyeon in my opinion. Here are those three options:
Gtechniq: bit.ly/3Na9cAz
CarPro: bit.ly/43mzcyj
Gyeon: bit.ly/3WPLKM9
@Pan The Organizer I have really been liking Gyeon...especially their rim coating...so may have to try their iron remover.
Great Video Pan!!!
Thanks Shawn!
Hello again to the hardest working detailer on RUclips! I'm a novice compared to you, but I'm wondering whether your washing regimen, and that of most of the RUclips detailer folks, might be a bit excessive, at least for coated cars. Let me know what you think if you can.
I bought a brand new car this year with black paint which came with a synthetic sealant. I wanted a ceramic coat, but would have to strip the sealant, so after a great deal of research I decided to just apply the Turtle Wax Hybrid Solutions Graphene spray 2-3x per year since it gives ceramic properties and can be layered on top of other coatings or itself. I applied it after a car wash in mid-April, it's now early June, and I haven't done a proper contact wash or been back to the car wash since! While I don't drive a lot and it doesn't rain much here, I park outside and Calgary is very dusty, so the car gets covered in dust in under a week, yet a pump sprayer pre-soak followed by a waterless wash is all I've needed since mid-April. I do 1-2 washes per week (~30min each time), it's still easy to clean, and hasn't lost its hydrophobic properties! Also I just use tap water and CarPro ECH2O and air dry, and even if I use the very hard water at my parents place I never get water spots. I just don't wash in direct sunlight or else the chemical leaves minor streaks.
I'm not sure if my results are due to my chemicals, my wash frequency, or just dumb luck (maybe I'll have problems once I drive through some mud puddles), but so far I'm not seeing any reason I'd need to use foam cannons, pressure washers, the car wash, or even a sponge and bucket until the winter road salt returns.
The Turtle Wax Graphene Flex Wax is very good, and on its own, I typically see 9-10 months durability in our harsh conditions. Some viewers in gentle climates have reported 10-12 months. So yes it's a very good paint protectant, especially for such a low price.
But you still need to reapply more often than a full blown ceramic or graphene coating in a glass bottle. Those typically last 2+ years, many new offerings are now 3-5 years+. They offer even more performance compared to spray products. True coatings have better self-cleaning properties, better hydrophobics, more gloss and slickness, more chemical resistance, etc. But they cost more, and take more prep and time to apply.
So it all boils down to your personal preference, experience level and budget. There's nothing wrong with a spray alternative, as long as you stay on top of reapplying when needed.
Great vid, Pan. Chock full of info, and the thorough process of surface care. 👍
Thank you!
Awesome products, i dont use anything else. Thanks for the detailed product explanations👌
Glad it was helpful!
Just another awesome Pan tutorial! Thank you for all your insights/professional perspective. Wish you were here at SDC. Great time. Met a ton a SUPER people.
Thanks Tim! A few of my friends are at the SDC. Brian (Apex), Brian (FAB Automotive), Phil (Miranda Detail) and Papa Smurf!
@@PanTheOrganizer met all of them. THEY could not be nicer! Just super super great people
Great job explaining everything pan.
Thanks Ramon! I appreciate it.
I bought the duraslic HG for my vehicle. Can’t wait to get it on the vehicle.
Good pick! 😁👍🏻
Great looking results as Gtechnique makes strong products. The new EVO looks really glossy and slick which should make a lot of people happy. For those worried about the drying aid just use the drying aid when the vehicle is wet and dry. Then reapply the topper when the paint is dry. Sadly I just ran out of their bug remover as the product always worked.
I do have a idea for future videos as the use of a primer polish before applying a ceramic coating has been going through my head a lot. Then again this could be a rabbit hole too. Thank you for another educational video full of tips and tricks!
Thanks Neil. I think you meant EXO right? EVO is in the Gyeon line of coatings. ;)
For primer polishes, there is still much debate on that. Some like using them, some prefer to just IPA wipe, and then apply the coating.
However, having visited Dr Beasley's headquarters recently, and having talked with Jim, owner and chemist, he had an interesting take on his primer polishes and his explanation made total sense. I have been testing the NSP line and I'm quite please so far! Here's that interview: ruclips.net/video/IxacMrFEHis/видео.html
@@PanTheOrganizer your correct Pan on EXO. I must have been thinking about eating tacos! I ann still ignorant on the bindings of the ceramic to the paint. I can see the primer polish filling in the crevices of the paint which then gives the coating a better grasp. I know when I am over my head and this is one of those moments. The Dr. Beasleys video got my attention along with Miranda’s videos about the polish too. Thank you for thinking about this.
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Definitely a helpful video on preserving coatings. The only coating I've used is the csl/exo combo. Very long lasting and glossy as can be! GTECHNIQ makes fine quality materials. Ceramic GWash looks interesting. I'll pick up a bottle and try it out.
Pan, Thanks! And enjoy the weekend.
Thanks Jay! Have a great weekend too bud!
@@PanTheOrganizer Thank You very much! Polishing and Coating My best bud's 1990 1LE Lingenfelter IROC Z. It's a monster!
Rock n Roll baby!!
Great video on some great products.
I have my vehicle coated with CSU and EXO which maintain with only GTechniq products.
Always enjoy your informative videos.
Thanks Anthony! I appreciate the positive feedback!
I just subscribed to your channel and I find your videos to have informative qualities and very knowledgeable about how to get started on how to take care of your car or truck, I would like to see one of you doing a truck and how to go about how to get a quality good detail. Nice Job Pan!
Welcome to my channel. You discovered one of the biggest car detailing channels on RUclips as we surpassed 920,000 subscribers and we have over 120 million views! I have been detailing for 26 years and I love to share my knowledge and passion with my viewers.
You found the right channel to help you learn everything about detailing.
Here's a video I made about detailing a Chevy Silverado Z71 truck: ruclips.net/video/g2FPiPkG4MI/видео.htmlsi=25sB5agQIjHlmL5u
Also, I highly recommend that you watch my Detailing 101 series for beginners, where I explain different steps like iron removers, clay bar, polishing, protection, etc. It's super simple once you understand the basics, and your car will look and feel 100x better!
Part 1: how to properly wash your car: ruclips.net/video/7Koj5j2Es5U/видео.html
Part 2: how to clean wheels and tires: ruclips.net/video/omwcNcSYcS8/видео.html
Part 3: chemical decontamination (iron and tar removal): ruclips.net/video/W_cyHz3XssU/видео.html
Part 4: clay bar: ruclips.net/video/XB8UaTCXuLg/видео.html
Part 5: machine polishing (paint correction): ruclips.net/video/ustTEVGMOTI/видео.html
Part 6A: how to wax your car ruclips.net/video/KZjiPcsPBrA/видео.html
Part 6B: how to apply a ceramic coating: ruclips.net/video/sqQYVjxFqK0/видео.html
Part 7: Differences between waxes, paint sealants and coatings: ruclips.net/video/4ejfPHan3k4/видео.html
Part 8: How to clean your car’s interior like a pro: ruclips.net/video/Xx_lHXHYpLo/видео.html
Another great one Pan - hey any chance this same in depth maintenance wash could be done but as a sponsored carpro video or just carpro only products?!
I love using things like lift or descale but a proper brake down of their line up in a maintenance scenario would be appreciated!
Been waiting on this for long
I hope you enjoyed the video! 😁
I always wonder how they can claim a certain a product lasts for years and months when people are constantly applying other coatings on top. If a product says it has 6 months of durability, shouldn't it last six months without any maintenance?
Although C2v3 is recommended, it is not required to maintain any of our coatings. We suggest a good wash once a month and a decontamination wash once a year!
@@jacobheinz8236I put a DIY detail ceramic coating on my car a few months ago. It is a multi year coating. I just wash my car every two weeks and every other wash I use their ceramic gloss. I'm barely halfway through the $14 bottle of ceramic gloss after almost 4 months and it's an SUV. I just use it to add gloss to the car really. Couple sprays per panel on a wet car after washing and dry. Costs me a couple dollars a month.
For most people you coat your car so you DONT have to do this stuff. I think it's just fun for people to add tons of products. Maybe once a year I decontaminate a coated car and it's also just for looks.
Nothing lasts outside man. Coatings are not magic, you can remove it with finishing cream and a very soft pad.
Fact, even graphene coat does the same but it has durability.
It might last 6 months over the summer with very little to no washing and your car is kept in a garage ..... Leave it outdoors in the rain and inclement weather and have to wash it every week and you will degrade it slightly however the better the quality of the coating the longer you should get out of it
Gtechniq ont de très bons produits merci pour cette vidéo et les explications sont top !! même si on regarde ta vidéo en anglais on comprend très bien. Merci pan !!
Merci!
Great straight forward vid, you have a new subscriber.
Thanks! How did you discover my channel?
Welcome to my channel. You discovered one of the biggest car detailing channels on RUclips as we surpassed 930,000 subscribers and we have over 122 million views! I have been detailing for 26 years and I love to share my knowledge and passion with my viewers.
You found the right channel to help you learn everything about detailing.
@@PanTheOrganizer I searched for gtechniq maintenance clean and after watching a couple of different channels I found your channel to be outstanding. Clear instructions, well presented and to the point.
Bonjour Pan, j'ai fait tout le processus pour installer une céramique sur mon véhicule, la fin de semaine passée. Je suis satisfait a 80 % de mon travail. Dans le garage ou j'ai travaillé, la lumière n'était pas super bonne et j'ai laissé des quelques tourbillons dans les étapes de polissage qui apparaisse au soleil. Malgré ça ma voiture est super belle, mais pas parfaite . C'était ma première expérience et pour un débutant je m'en suis bien sorti. Si c'était a refaire je ferai une coupe plus agressive au début du polissage. Merci pour les tutoriels, ils m'ont beaucoup aidé. Cette semaine le curage a eu lieu au gros soleil, d'après moi la céramique a bien durci. J'ai triché et j'ai relavé après 6 jours et demi.
Hehe il faut être patient avec les céramiques. Idéalement on attend même deux semaines après l’installation avant de laver sa voiture. Mais bon ça devrait pas être si mal dans ton cas.
Quelle céramique as-tu appliqué?
@@PanTheOrganizer CQUARTZ UK 3.0 comme céramique avec des produits de Carpro pour le nettoyage et la décontamination Pour le polissage et les tampon j'ai opté pour les produits chemical guys
Mettons que l'an prochain je décide de le refaire avec un bon pollisage et des lampes pour voir les tourbillons je pourrais enlever la céramique ?
Thanks for sharing, i have a Porsche coming soon that is coated and wants me to do a maintenance wash on it 👍
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one word......beautiful!!!!
Thank you! Cheers!
The platform ladder you are standing on to access vehicle roof - can you advise size/make and pros/cons? TYVM...BTW, your vehicle care videos are some of the most informative I've viewed. Keep up the good work.
I made a video about it here: ruclips.net/video/rc-8j0fKp9Y/видео.html
What can I use or recommend as a quick detailer for in between washes for a ceramic coated car?
Give our Quick Detailer a shot! Specifically formulated to create a lubricated surface between contaminates and the clear coat.
You can use the Gtechniq quick detailer for regular washes. Link: bit.ly/3MTVv7P
Or any drying aid of your choice, as long as it's compatible with ceramic coatings. I made a video about my favourite drying aids here: ruclips.net/video/NOTNed04xYE/видео.html
How often should I use iron remover on a ceramic coating 2 times a year ?
Hi PAN, love all of the videos, tips and tricks!! Is there a difference between C2V3 and the Gtechniq QD or at least distinct use cases for each? I have both but really don't see the use for the QD if C2V3 is recommended as a drying aid, top coat, and potentially stand alone product. C2V3 seems like it would be the go-to product as it seems to be a higher level of protection.
Hey Alex! C2V3 is great for maintenance on a coating or a drying aid! Quick detailer is best used in situations such as a quick wipe off at a car show! Hope that helps!
Thanks Alex! The guys at Gtechniq gave you the right answer.
Thanks! Great video and very informative
Glad it was helpful! How did you discover my channel?
Welcome to my channel. You discovered one of the biggest car detailing channels on RUclips as we surpassed 930,000 subscribers and we have over 122 million views! I have been detailing for 26 years and I love to share my knowledge and passion with my viewers.
You found the right channel to help you learn everything about detailing.
I was watching your videos on pump sprayers & I was wondering if you could go into greater depth about the wet/dry/intermediate foam? What products to use with the wet foam. What products to use for the dry foam & what ones to use for the intermediate? All I got was you using wet foam for the tires and wheel wells. What about exterior & interior? What for an alkaline/acidic pre wash or an iron remover. A rinseless wash. The carpet, dash, plastics. Door jambs, etc Really go over what kind of foam for each one. Thx.
I just use the stock tips that come on them and don’t bother swapping. Takes the guesswork out of it hehe.
@@PanTheOrganizerWith all due respect that doesn’t answer my question.
Which products do you use for each task? What foams good what doesn’t? Product waste or no?
Pan Thank you sooooo much for this absolutely detailed video. I just had my new car coated with the nano diamonds you showcased on your channel and I love it. My question is, what would you recommend to care for nano diamond? Would these products be safe for that or do these products work better with Gtechniq???
You can use which ever brand of products you want, as long as they're made to be used on ceramic coated cars (or graphene coated, same applies). This includes being able to use Gtechniq products on your coating.
You can also use your specific brand's maintenance products should you want to. It's your choice.
@@PanTheOrganizer thank you. Yeah I got the Diamond Pro tech. My other car had the Carpro ceramic coat. I think I like this better. I’ve seen so many of the products you suggest for maintaining and washing with a car with ceramic coating and it’s extensive and I love washing my car and doing it correctly. So I appreciate everything you put out there and for clarifying.
Thanks man! I want to share my knowledge and passion with my viewers, so when I read comments like yours, it shows me that I'm doing things right! :)
@@PanTheOrganizer you sure are. Keep them coming!!! You passion is infectious.
1M lets go!
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Hi Pan, Just a very quick question. Would I be doing the Iron remover after the pre-wash stage, or after a contact wash? Though you did it after the contact wash in this video, it doesn't mean that's actuall when you did it, and just my brain is telling be I should be doing is after pre wash but before contact wash. Thank you very much for the post.
Sorry to be a pain but u give two different application pads for ceramic coating One from rag a round white puck Somehow I lost information on second applicator appreciate ur help For the hilly dilly 😊
Great tutorial for Ceramic coating maintenance! Always a confusing subject for me, as I fear doing too much cleansing will diminish the ceramic coating's Longevity. Pan, is it OK to mix Gtechniq products with my Gyeon Mohs Ceramic coating?
Hey! Where is Superstar ANDY today !!!???
Yes you can use Gtechniq products to maintain your Gyeon coating. No problem. The opposite is also true. You can use Gyeon products to maintain your Gtechniq coating.
Hey Pan! Great video! Watched a few minutes and saved to finish it later! Question...
My wife's SUV was ceramic coated with a 4 year from Ceramic Pro. It also has PPF on the whole frontend. I wash both of our cars on a weekly basis (even in the winter) and after 13 months, the frontend and trunk seems like the water sticks and there is zero hydrophobic properties. I have been washing it with Optimum No Rinse and every so often Mr. Pink from CMG. Yesterday I finally washed it with CarPro Reset, it helped the lower panels a bit, but, the frontend and trunk are still clinging on to the water, as if there was zero protection. Was I too naive to think that washing weekly would extend the need for a decon on the ceramic coating? I have IronX on the way, to see if that will help before paying the detailer to do their maintenance wash, which I believe is the same (or almost) process as I am doing. And, something tells me I should have gone with a different company for the coating lol...
It depends if the coatings is actually dead, or just clogged with minerals, limescale and other contaminants. To find out, watch my ultimate spring coating rejuvenation tutorial here: ruclips.net/video/oTaFE_p2OAw/видео.htmlsi=rkcv0aGqg0qIWIRr
Hi Pan: I watch your videos regularly to learn auto detailing as DIYer. Question for you: Is a ceramic coating that is more than 5 years old be refreshed / decontaminated / reapplied best done indoors or by mobile service? If mobile, can quality results be achieved in only 5 or 6 hours? What price range should I expect to pay for this job? I'm in California. Any advice is greatly appreciated!
Very informative and detailed video!
Thanks! How did you discover my channel by the way?
Welcome to my channel. You discovered one of the biggest car detailing channels on RUclips as we surpassed 895,000 subscribers and we have over 116 million views! I have been detailing for 26 years and I love to share my knowledge and passion with my viewers.
You found the right channel to help you learn everything about detailing.
@@PanTheOrganizer Pan I've been watching you for a very long time! As a matter of fact you served as a huge inspiration for the business I currently operate today and support my local community with. I know people sometimes don't pass on the credit but I like to, because if it wasn't for detailers like yourself I wouldn't be here.
Thanks man! 🤙🏼
That’s awesome! Thanks for the kind words. Glad to know I can be an inspiration to my viewers.
What state/country do you operate your business from?
@@PanTheOrganizer I'm in the Dallas Fort Worth area in Texas!
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I was curious about decontamination. I have graphene cermamic on all my vehicles and im 2 years and bit in on my wifes daily. I noticed the slickness is going or at least a few days later its gone. A few times i was close to getting a clay bar but i should try iron remover. Ive used carpro lift as a wash and reset.
Now you know. ;)
Love this video!
Thanks! How did you discover my channel by the way?
Welcome to my channel. You discovered one of the biggest car detailing channels on RUclips as we surpassed 960,000 subscribers and we have over 130 million views! I have been detailing for 26 years and I love to share my knowledge and passion with my viewers.
You found the right channel to help you learn everything about detailing.
Hi pan thank you for another great video with a ton of information. Would you recommend ceramic sealant C2 or Gyeon Q²M Wet Coat for maintenance on your ceramic coating? Or anything else you think would be a good maintenance topper?
Thank you so much for Gteqniq ceramic- I would like to know what’s more care need to take with very dusty environment with 38 to 42 degree…… my car gets washed every day with heavy water (contact wash).
My car coated with Getechniq Serum and Exo 5 ….. around 6 months ago
I don't understand your question.
Great relaxing video!! Surprised you didn’t mention their Bug Remover. Lol
Thanks John. The pre-wash snow foam used here has great bug removing capabilities, so it was like a 2-in-1 product. But yes for sure, for those who use other snow foams, and have bug guts, a good bug remover is always a good thing too. Gtechniq has one of my favourite bug removers, here's a link: bit.ly/3OVWs24
Love the channel... I have a new 2023 white 4runner (2 months old, garage kept) that I am planning on doing a ceramic coating. Do I need to use iron remover? Also, with a new car, do I need to polish (there are no swirls or holograming). If a polish is a must, what gentle polish would I use?
Thank you! Welcome to my channel. You discovered one of the biggest car detailing channels on RUclips as we surpassed 895,000 subscribers and we have over 116 million views! I have been detailing for 26 years and I love to share my knowledge and passion with my viewers.
You found the right channel to help you learn everything about detailing.
Congrats on getting your new 4Runner! However, a new car is never new until it's properly detailed.
- at the factory, the paint defects are often corrected quickly by rotary polishing which can leave marks and holograms, so polishing corrects those, before you lock that in long term with a ceramic coating for example.
- vehicles are then transported by truck, train and boat so they are exposed to the elements, industrial fallout, brake dust, rail dust, etc
- vehicles are often left at boat docks (when transported by boat) or in exterior parking lots for weeks or months, again being exposed to the elements
- at the dealership, the vehicles are almost always poorly prepped using the same dirty water that was used for all the cars on a given day, and poor washing and drying methods leading to swirls and scratches
- at the dealership, a layer of cheap wax or paint sealant is usually applied to attempt to make the paint glossy prior to delivery. It's crucial to remove any previous protection before you apply a ceramic coating, as coatings need to bond directly to a virgin clear coat.
If you only plan on applying a regular carnauba wax or paint sealant though, you could decide to skip machine polishing, as those protectants can be applied over existing protection and it's not as crucial to prep the paint as well.
I explain all of this in this popular video: ruclips.net/video/QgoyrC-5CMc/видео.html
So you can better visualize the new car prep process, here are the steps I perform on a brand new car from two of my customers:
Tesla Model Y: ruclips.net/video/gohks8xP5NY/видео.html
Porsche 911 Carrera: ruclips.net/video/2ckiivbFqs4/видео.html
Audi Q7: ruclips.net/video/t7HCBSVnizM/видео.html
Great video. Perfect timing. I have a to a maint wash on a ceramic coated white truck that has rust spots likely from the brake pads. Sounds like iron remover will remove them?
Hi Alan. The rust spots are most likely brake dust (ferrous particles) that embedded themselves into the clear coat, oxidized/rusted and hence why you see those. Yes an iron remover is meant to help dissolve those.
You would proceed exactly as per this tutorial. Depending on how bad they are, a second round of iron remover might be necessary. Wash the car, rinse it, apply the iron remover, let it dwell for the recommended amount of time (don't let it dry on the surface, and don't apply in direct sunlight) then rinse and dry the paint. Look at the results. If there are still specs left, reapply the iron remover on dry paint this time, and gently work it in with a microfiber towel, and rinse. That should do it.
@@PanTheOrganizer thank you very much for the detailed reply 👍I was hoping that would work. Didn't want to have to use my clay towel to remove those especially on a ceramic coating.
Nice products!
Thanks for watching David
I love Gyeon but you've shown with all those bottles there, like $1500 usd! Gyeon is so expensive. I love Gyeon anyway. Thanks so much Pan! Maybe you can make another new video covering the same topic that is not sponsored?
Gyeon? This video showcased Gtechniq products... I think you are confused lol.
I have another ceramic coating maintenance tutorial I made a few years ago, if you want some alternatives, here: ruclips.net/video/yLiePQRMFc8/видео.html
And also, regardless if a video is sponsored or not, I only showcase products that I like, from brands I love and trust. I have made that very clear over the years on my channel.
@@PanTheOrganizer Yikes! Im sorry brother! You're 100% right! I'll chalk it up as a glitch in my matrix lol!
Anyway, superior content as always, thank you SO much. You're a terrific person and so darn great at making these videos. I've learned a lot from you.
For the iron remover/ decontamination is it always recommended for a maintenance wash and also a ceramic coated maintence wash ?
You don’t use an iron remover for regular weekly washes. Once every 3-4 months or as needed depending on your level of brake dust contamination. And yes you should absolutely use it on a ceramic coated car too.
Question to you !! Why not start with Iron an follout remover first on the entire car and then W4
Sometimes dirt is trapping the fallout under the surface! W4 helps to pull the contaminants off the surface first!
Iron fallout removers do one thing: remove iron particles. To do their job best, they need to focus on that task. So pre-cleaning the vehicle is a must in my opinion. That way, the iron remover doesn't have to fight through other dirt and grime before getting to iron particles, that can potentially also be masked by dirt sitting on top.
So wash your car, then use chemical decon. Same applies to water spot removers, tar removers, etc.
@@PanTheOrganizer ok Thanks
@@GtechniqNorthAmerica Thanks
My concern is that I have water on the paint and the Iron Fallout remover may not be able to work properly
Hi. I wonder if you answer a question, as I watch most of your videos and trust your judgment. I recently had my truck ceramic coated with Gtechniq. However some of the panels don’t bead and I was told that it is due to the fact the panels are plastic and or painted over after leaving the factory. Is this true as I don’t feel they have coated the vehicle correctly. Thanks
I did an iron removal step on my new car (built by Mazda in 2023 in Hiroshima and shipped across the Pacific then trucked to the midwest) and I never saw any purple on the car, therefore I don't think it was needed. Doesn't hurt to do it to be sure, though.
Exactly. Better safe and go through the motions.
A new car is never new until it's properly detailed.
- at the factory, the paint defects are often corrected quickly by rotary polishing which can leave marks and holograms, so polishing corrects those, before you lock that in long term with a ceramic coating for example.
- vehicles are then transported by truck, train and boat so they are exposed to the elements, industrial fallout, brake dust, rail dust, etc
- vehicles are often left at boat docks (when transported by boat) or in exterior parking lots for weeks or months, again being exposed to the elements
- at the dealership, the vehicles are almost always poorly prepped using the same dirty water that was used for all the cars on a given day, and poor washing and drying methods leading to swirls and scratches
- at the dealership, a layer of cheap wax or paint sealant is usually applied to attempt to make the paint glossy prior to delivery. It's crucial to remove any previous protection before you apply a ceramic coating, as coatings need to bond directly to a virgin clear coat.
If you only plan on applying a regular carnauba wax or paint sealant though, you could decide to skip machine polishing, as those protectants can be applied over existing protection and it's not as crucial to prep the paint as well.
I explain all of this in this popular video: ruclips.net/video/QgoyrC-5CMc/видео.html
So you can better visualize the new car prep process, here are the steps I perform on a brand new car for my customers:
Mercedes S 580: ruclips.net/video/Vq_tfcwryVI/видео.htmlsi=whord2_UEFSg28UW
Aston Martin Vantage: ruclips.net/video/OKga3yZVTqo/видео.html
Volvo XC60: ruclips.net/video/tvDBBenhYFA/видео.html
Tesla Model Y: ruclips.net/video/gohks8xP5NY/видео.html
Porsche 911 Carrera: ruclips.net/video/2ckiivbFqs4/видео.html
Mercedes AMG GT63S matte black: ruclips.net/video/eU8zg1lXvXY/видео.htmlsi=oGxoCp8PWt7gTncV
Audi Q7: ruclips.net/video/t7HCBSVnizM/видео.html
BMW M6 Gran Coupe: ruclips.net/video/0lC9uyKXs8Q/видео.html
BMW M340i: ruclips.net/video/etXhJNaF0EE/видео.html
Audi RS3: ruclips.net/video/641mAJfKDLM/видео.html
Golf R: ruclips.net/video/jr19g4PWJsk/видео.html
This is really interesting. Since my coating I’m not getting any foam or dwell time on the car. It’s like it repels the foam! It’s the same canon you’re using and foam with same dilution I have used countless times before. But as soon as it hits the car, it looks like it’s already been on for a minute or two. The only thing I’ve done differently last wash was to apply Wet Coat. Could that be the problem??
It's not really a problem if your coating is super hydrophobic and repels stuff, hehe. It's actually a good thing. Also, I don't know what snow foam you are using, and what coating you have. Many variables can influence how runny or "clingy/thick" a snow foam is. Not all snow foams have the same characteristics. Also, do you work outdoors or indoors? I have a much longer dwell time indoors, compared to outdoors that's for sure. Wind and the sun greatly reduce dwell time. You don't want to let the snow foam dry on the surface.
@@PanTheOrganizer Thanks for the info. I’ve been using ValetPro PH Neutral snow foam which is not the ‘foamiest’ but works for me as my car is never that dirty. The coating is CSL and two coats of EXO V5. I always follow a wash with Wet Coat and final wipe with Cure. That probably explains the lack of foam! Washed outside in a shady protected area. Interestingly, I ‘lightly’ hand polished with CarPro Reflect last time and it has completely brought back the lustre and shine while still remaining very hydrophobic. I think these spray on / top up coatings are great but they do gradually seem to mask some of the depth and shine of the paint.
What are your thoughts on using Carpro Reset as the pre-wash foam and then using Gtechniq ceramic wash in my bucket to go over the car with my contact wash with my mitt? Would this be a good combo?
Yes absolutely. Or you could use CarPro Lift as your pre-wash snow foam.
Hi Pan,
Fir tree pitch/ pollen and excessive dust from a nearby sawmill has ruined previous cars we've had.
Just got a new Subaru and the dealer applied a ceramic coat. In addition to washing, what do you recommend to protect from pitch/ pollen, and what is best for removing the pitch?
Thank You - BTW, appreciate your videos!
Is there specific chemicals for tree sap/ resin ?? Thank you!
Im sure this has been answered before but do you rinse off snow foam before contact wash or do you leave snow foam on the car to lubricate contact wash?
Always rinse the snow foam before the contact wash. After you did the initial foam and rinse, you have the option to re-foam and hand wash, for even more lubrication, or go directly to the contact wash.
The purpose of the initial foam and rinse, is to get rid of 80-85% of the loose dirt and grit. That way you minimize the dirt left for the contact wash, and also minimize the chances of swirls and scratches.
Pan ,can you blow dry after you apply the ceramic spray? Or is it recommended to actually wipe it down? And then can I use bead maker or other drying aide’s for exterior wash’s after I do the maintenance wash on a ceramic coated vehicle. As we know these products are costly and not meant for every wash as a business.
I would like to see another video with a other company product line
Here’s another ceramic coating maintenance tutorial I made: ruclips.net/video/oTaFE_p2OAw/видео.htmlsi=XQMobHt3RjHi4n2E
And another one: ruclips.net/video/yLiePQRMFc8/видео.htmlsi=EJhWRXqGePPFOHW7
How is the G2 maintenance spray compared to the Kamikaze Overcoat & Polish Angel High Gloss?
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How often would you use a water spot remover on a ceramic coating been using descale every 3 months but i do have some on roof is 3 monthly okay to remove or when ever i see them as rain keeps leaving them
You wouldn't use that on a weekly basis, as those are pretty strong chemicals. You use them on an "as needed" basis, meaning when you see water spots. And CarPro clearly states that Descale should not be used for regular maintenance.
Overall, once a month or once every other month is ok for mineral deposit removal, assuming you have a quality ceramic coating that was properly applied.
Regular washing of your car is what helps prevent water spot damage. Use a pH neutral shampoo and wash your car at least once a week. I wash my car twice weekly on average.
Pan, you use a lot of brands that I've never heard of so it's neat to see them. I've used R1 Ceramic Coating for my cars for years with great results. I then use Griot's Garage 3-in-1 Ceramic Spray Wax which I know you really like, it's great stuff. The ceramic Gwash that you used in this video reminds me of the Griot's Garage Ceramic Wash & Coat. Have you tried that product? It's also a low suds formula and I use it on my ceramic coated cars. Thanks for the great videos.
I have not tried that yet.
@@PanTheOrganizer Well now you have something new to try out!
Thanks again Mr Pan, i wold like to filming the ceramic pro if you can
Thanks for watching!
Sometimes I wonder is it really worth putting a coating when you have to maintenance the coating after. Might be about the same work to put some easy to apply wax or seal the car every once in a while when you wash your car.
I'd much rather have a multi-year coating, to maintain with a spray product every few months, than have to do a monthly or bi-monthly reapplication of a wax, or apply a sealant by hand every 4 to 6 months. Also, coatings have much greater chemical resistance, offer much higher self-cleaning properties, and insane hydrophobics, among other qualities.
But it really depends on your personal taste. Some people love to reapply a wax by hand every month, as it's a soothing experience for them. I totally get that. To each their own. As long as people take care of their car, I'm all for it. :)
Hey Pan, as always great video. Have you tried recently Labocosmetica products?
I think they improved a lot during the last year. They also add new products.
Hope that we will see those upgraded and new product on your channel!
I haven’t, as I don’t see much interest from my viewers as of recently for that brand.
Hey Pan . I know it’s in a video somewhere but both my vehicles have ceramic and I’ve been using beadmaker and don’t won’t to use it anymore. What’s the best reset wash to get the beadmaker off and not bother my ceramic ? Or if you can tag the appropriate video with that info that would be great and the steps after the reset. Thanks ! Also I just purchased Gtech citrus foam , iron fallout , g-wash , ceramic gwash and wet coat.
Follow the steps in my video here: ruclips.net/video/z8h8-_j0-mQ/видео.htmlsi=89ubVJ9vOpc45vN6
Can I do a rinseless wash with ONR/absolute as a maintenance wash on a coated car? Pre rinse with pump sprayer, ultra black sponge, then as a drying aid a ceramic detailer when drying
Yes absolutely. I used a coated car in my rinseless wash tutorial here: ruclips.net/video/p58Y5qRd3OU/видео.html
always wonderful and educative videos I don't think you can finish all the products in your garage you need to send some to me
Hehe thanks!
Hey Pan, once you do the GTechniq 8-step maintenance wash on the car, can you simply do a minor wash in-between the 8-step maintenance wash? And what steps would you recommend for the minor in-between wash?
Yes this maintenance wash you'd do once every 2-3 months. For regular weekly washes, all you need is a pH neutral car shampoo. See how I wash my car weekly here: ruclips.net/video/X0msqeozDBU/видео.htmlsi=vqU6arE6N17anBFM
Hey Pan, what products/brands can I use when washing a coated car with my foam cannon? Can I use Meguairs ultimate snow foam? Or do I need a high end special soap?
It depends what your intention is. For regular weekly washing, a pH neutral snow foam like the Meguiar’s or Koch Chemie Gsf is all you need.
But when you need stronger cleaning power for removing traffic film and grime, a stronger snow foam is recommended like the Gtechniq, CarPro Lift, Bilt Hamber Touch-Less, etc. Repeated use of those can weaken even the best coatings so be aware.
I was wondering, is there a specific order to do the decon stage? Example, iron remover first, then tar remover and lastly a waterspot remover. Does the order matter or not?
If you were to use all three, it would be tar remover, iron remover, and waterspot remover. All performed on a clean vehicle.
Love gtechniq!
Thanks for watching Bob!
Super informative video as always! I’m planning on ceramic coating a new car next but I can’t store it inside. Can I use a car cover overnight to keep the morning dew off the coating whilst it cures? (I never use a cover but wondering if I should make an exception here).
Yes you can.
@@PanTheOrganizer Thanks for taking the time to answer. Best start looking for one.
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You didn't mention an APC, which should be used to get off bugs and grime if the car is very dirty
So I can use Ceramic G Wash in substitute of the "basic" G Wash?
My car is ceramic coated and it's been a few months since I've maintained it.
After pre wash, I'll be fine with using Ceramic G wash after, correct?
Correct. It is designed for maintenance of ceramic coated vehicles.
Pan, can you suggest a utility cart that us weekend warriors could use to store/use our hoses, deionizer, pressure washer, etc?
One of the most popular ones that stays affordable, is this: amzn.to/3NgXO6j
Pan love gtechniq on the tire dressing on truck tires late have knobby ribs on the sidewalls best way to dress those? Always have a problem getting all the knocks and crannies. Thanks
On big offroad tires or big knobby tires with intricate designs or patterns, the best thing is to use a spray dressing with a brush that makes everything easy and quick. Here's some links:
Spray: amzn.to/43mVIap
Other option for spray: bit.ly/3CadAJH
Brush: amzn.to/42h3z8h
Other option for brush: bit.ly/3C6RtE5
@@PanTheOrganizer thanks Pan I appreciate it
This was a great video. Thank you. Have you heard of problems with ceramic interfering with windshield cameras on Tesla?
I haven’t.
@@PanTheOrganizer Thank you very much.
Hi Pan! how can i remove micro dirt without using a clay bar, because my car has ceramic coating. paint still feels rough even after using iron remover.
If you really have contamination, and you tried chemical decontamination and it still feels rough, you can try using a synthetic clay towel that won't scratch the paint if used correctly, with a clay lubricant. A towel like this: amzn.to/3JHfrtG
That shouldn't damage the coating, but test on an inconspicuous area first.
I think this is probably the 12th or so video of your's that I've watched but I'm making sure I do my research here because we're taking my wife's new car to a local professional to get a correction and ceramic coating done (Gtechniq Crystal Serum Ultra/EXO).
Here is what I'm planning to get and use in the following order so let me know if anything is wrong or should be done differently or in a different order
All done under our pop up canopy (which I've done for years) so no direct sun and no direct Alabama heat.
- Wash the wheels and tires with Gtechniq W4 (is this sufficient for tires or do I NEED something like Carpro Retyre?)
- Foam the car with W4 and power wash clean
- 3 bucket the W3 ceramic wash (I have the buckets and Carpro's wool mitt already)
- Spray Gtechniq W6 iron remover and wash (I don't have this yet. Just finished up a bottle of Adam's iron remover though so I know the stuff is essential)
- Spray Gyeon Wet Coat (already have as I mentioned on your Wet Coat video) and rinse off
- Blower dry the car (optional?)
- Apply Gyeon Cure or Shine Supply Clutch (already have both and I believe they both do the same thing) drying the car with microfiber rags in the process
- Apply 1 or 2 coats of T2 tire gel
Applying Cure/Clutch spray is the only part I'm not really 100% sure on. I own both of them and would like to use them but if I'm already using Gyeon wet coat, are they actually needed or is it just more protection I'm adding?
Thanks for all your informative videos though. Definitely helping keep me out of this rabbit hole.
I would use a tire cleaner like CarPro Retyre for the tires for sure. As far as the rest of your wash procedure is concerned, I'm assuming this will be your MAINTENANCE wash right? AFTER the coating was applied. (Wait 2 weeks after a coating is applied before you start washing your car again).
Because if this is the wash you want to perform before a coating is applied, I would say no, as you wouldn't use a shampoo with ceramic protection in it, or sealants like WetCoat, etc.
But yes if this will be your maintenance wash procedure that is fine. Good choice on getting a better iron remover, as the Adam's is below average. Once you are done applying the WetCoat, ideally yes you would blow dry the car if you have a blower, it's the fastest way and also 100% contactless drying so zero chances of marring the paint.
And after that, you go over the paint a final time with a microfiber towel and your choice of detail spray or silica spray sealant to pick up any residual water droplets (there always are) and boost the existing protection, and gloss/slickness.
Or, after having dried the vehicle, if you're satisfied with the finish, no need to add the final spray. WetCoat does the job of protection.
@@PanTheOrganizer Yep this will be the proposed maintenance wash. Whatever coating is on there next week when we drop it off at the detailed will get removed as they do clay, 1~2 stages of machine correction depending on the condition then a machine polishing and whatever other prep is needed before ceramic.
They also keep the car 24~36 hours so the ceramic can cure in their cold/clean room. Not sure how all that works but all 3 major detailers have a cold clean room with UV lamps and air purifiers for ceramics.
Pan general question here, was the guy at the Gtechniq booth you were conversing with standing on something because he looks a lot taller than you, and you're already tall!
Yeah I’m 6’3” but he’s like 6’7” (that’s Rob Earle the managing director). It’s rare that I feel short!! 😂
@@PanTheOrganizer 😅yeah wow that is very tall, thanks for the reply back Pan!